My new Amish pole barn 36x48

[colnago]

Had a few quotes from polebarn contractors. I decided to go with some Amish fellows. I seen some of their work, and new someone that used them. Super craftsmanship, They used much better material then the others companies were planning, and were very particular about their work. Started out by digging all holes by hand. Crazy.

 

[colnago]

Not sure how to post attachments.

 

[colnago]

6x6 posts and doubled up 2x12 header. The others were going to use 4x6 posts and two 2x10s for the header.

 

[colnago]

2x6 trusses going up by hand and rope.

 

[colnago]

Couple more. Going within 12' wall height. Oh, the that's a wood shed in the background I built myself, 12x20, looks tiny.

 

[captain14]

Where are you located at. The build looks good at this time.

 

[colnago]

Using OSB and vapor barrier under metal sheeting for the roof. All lifted by hand.

 

[colnago]

Central MI. Live around a large Amish community. Having hard time up loading pics. When I try to do more then 2, I get an error. ?

 

[colnago]

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[colnago]

Next visit. I had a roof and concrete. Went with 4" under leantoo with mesh. And went 6" with mesh and fiber in pole barn. Came out awesome.

 

[colnago]

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[36truck]

Nice build so far. I like the size your going with. Did the Amish do the concrete? It looks good.

 

[colnago]

Yes, same guys did my concrete. It came out great. I had a trough drain put in the middle. A lot of nice touches, dropped the leantoo concrete down an inch. Tapered bottom a little where the rollup doors are going to touch the floor, to keep rain from running in.

 

[colnago]

The 1" drop to the leantoo, and taper under rollup door

 

[colnago]

Starting on sidewalls.

 

[colnago]

The metal was attached with screws. All screws were screwed in by hand. I wanted a skylight on one side of the barn to allow a little light. I hope it helps.

 

[CNGsaves]

Wow, those Amish really know how to hand build a barn, huh ??

So no power auger, no power air compressor and nailers, no cordless screw gun . . . etc. . . . . .
Yet, likely went up pretty quick and QUALITY is evident.

OP . . . using a computer you should be able to post 7 pics per post. Keep those pics coming. Pole barn is looking great !!

 

[Brunow]

Thanks for posting! Looks great!
Subscripted!

 

[code4pay]

Guy in the green shirt has big Yankee screwdriver in his hand?

 

[vekster]

That's a great looking building.
Keep the pics coming please!


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[1949 caddyman]

So no power trowel on the concrete? That is a bueatiful building.

 

[colnago]

No power trowel. They did rent a slab saver to cut expansion cuts. Some guys use the egg beater drill drivers and the others use those long push drivers. The screws are so straight, you would bet the panels were predrilled. I wish my home was build this good.

 

[colnago]

Check this out. They even trimmed out the door jamb and brick molding. And they used a 2x12 treated skirt board. The other company was planning on using a 2x10. And no osb on the roof.
So glad I didn't go with them. I also won a $100 bet from my wife. She thought the Amish guys were not going to get this built.

 

[1949 caddyman]

How did the prices compare?

 

[colnago]

Prices were about the same as other quotes. But I liked the idea of using better material, and having a wood roof. And the concrete was a GREAT deal. Supposed to knock down some cost, due to the fact I helped with transportation when I was there. They're about 20 miles from me.

 

[colnago]

Some more in progress

 

[colnago]

Getting there

 

[colnago]

I had no idea, until I asked him. But He is also trimming out the Leantoo posts. I figured them just to be left wood. Cool surprise. I figured I would throw a few can lights up before metal soffit goes up. That way I could get to wires easier. He was very helpful with some ideas, because construction is not my specialty.

 

[colnago]

Forgot pics, doh

 

[colnago]

Lasts ones. Heading back up tomorrow. Should be finished. Its been fun to share my pictures. I feel like a kid on Christmas morning

 

[LXCam]

Holy smokes what a beautiful build. Congrats on the new shed and I luv seeing true Amish craftsmen at work. Your building is nothing like the gazebo I bought from the Mexican Amish community located here is SoCal, imagine that.

 

[colnago]

here

 

[colnago]

Thx for compliments. Wish I was sharper about construction and computers. Last two. Heading up tomorrow, should be finished with a couple rollup doors.

 

[sublime68charger]

Awesome place

Enjoy your new pole barn.

 

[captain14]

If you install the can lights now before the ceiling shouldn't you run the wiring too?

Nice to have a project go right the first time!

 

[colnago]

Yep, its up there

 

[Shadowdog500]

Beautiful pole barn!!! Congratulations!!!!

Chris

 

[KGB Pilot125]

This is absolutely an amazing pole barn. I had a 30x40 cleary barn at one point in my life and I can assure you that the barn and the people who installed it were not half as thorough as those gentlemen. I wish I had access to Amish here in Colorado I always enjoy seeing the craftsmanship and work they produce.

 

[colnago]

Headed north and meet the crew for the last day of work. The rollup doors, lento ceiling, window, and some trim.
Thanks for the nice comments. I can't be more pleased with their work. NO COMPLAINTS. Here are some of the last photos. Maybe I can post more when I get around to finishing the bonus room, electric service, and anything else I can come up with. peace

 

[colnago]

close ups of some trim. He even trimmed the posts. He wrapped posts with a layer of plastic before trimming. Not sure why? Looks great tho.