If you are thinking of erecting a new building, for whatever reasons, one type of construction to definitely consider using is a Colorado pole barn do-it-yourself kit. You can order complete kits and save a whole lot of money.
First Things First
Before ordering your Colorado pole barn kit there are a couple of things you must take care of. Firstly, you must decide:
WHERE: The location of where you will erect your Colorado pole barn will decide what types of materials you will need. Flat land that does not flood or hold water easily is recommended.
WHAT: What are you going to use your Colorado pole buildings for? This will determine overall size and shape.
SECURITY: Depends on where you construct your Colorado pole barn and what you will keep in it. Keep in mind that metal is easier to cut through than chopping through wood.
AESTHETICS: What do you want your building to look like? (easypolebarnplans.com) Facades are readily available in many styles.
Depending on the use you have for your Colorado pole barn, you may have to dig holes for your electrical and plumbing connections. (Photo courtesy of robinsan, Flickr.)
What you Should Expect to Pay
Thankfully, Colorado pole barns erecting is not as costly as you would think. The prices below will vary from dealer to dealer but, not by much. Additional costs not included here will involve concrete work, site preparation, wiring, plumbing, etc. The cost per square foot will also vary depending on the size of structure you have in mind.
Basic accessory features = $9.00-$14.00 per square foot.
Mid level accessory features = $11.00- $18.00 per square foot.
Fully accessorized features = $13.00- $36.00 per square foot. (abcopolebarn.com)
Also, keep in mind that companies may charge you an additional, small fee for coming up with a design and an itemized list of materials your Colorado pole barn will require. Normally, this fee will be in the approximate ranges, below:
* $50.00 for 24′x24′x10′, or smaller.
* $55.00 for 24′x24′x12/14/16′ to 30′x48′x8/10/12′
* $65.00 for 30′x48′x14/16′ to 30′x60′x12/14′
* $70.00 for 30′x60′x16′ to 40′x60′x10′ (abcopolebarn.com)
Though kits normally go up to 40 feet, you may design your building as large as you want.
Below, find rough estimates of what entire Colorado pole barn do-it-yourself kits may run you:
24x32x10
One 12′ single sliding door and
one 3′ steel entry door
$2,000 – $4,752
24x40x10
One 12′ single sliding door and
one 3′ steel entry door
$2,055 – $5,416
30x40x10
One 10′ single sliding door and
one 3′ steel entry door
$2,475 – $6,174
30x48x10
One 10′ single sliding door and
one 3′ steel entry door
$2,895 – $6,946
30x56x10
One 10′ single sliding door and
one 3′ steel entry door
$3,315 – $7,719
30x64x10
One 10′ single sliding door and
one 3′ steel entry door
$3,735- $8,491
(diypolebarns.com)
As you can see the savings using a Colorado pole barn do-it-yourself kit are substantial in comparison to erecting a building the regular way.
Colorado pole barn using regular lumber from the do it yourself kit. (Photo courtesy of Zepfanman, Flickr.)
Wall Materials
There are several options you may chose from when deciding what type of wall materials you want to use in your Colorado pole barns.
DuraBarn™: This type of material is advertised as having “the look of wood and the durability of plastic.” (fcpbuildings.com)
This recycled product is virtually maintenance free, resists moisture, acids and insects. It is also safer for your animals since it does not contain any toxic paints or stains and, it is 100% plastic without any filler. (fcpbuildings.com)
Timberline™: Offers you the beauty of natural wood.
Frontier™: Economical yet functional.
Titan II™: This wall system offers natural wood siding on the outside with a higher grade BCX plywood core. As with DuraBarn™, it is also chew-proof.
Titan™: This material is composed of 26 gauge steel in conjunction with cement/fiber panels on the outside and Zincalume or embossed 26 gauge steel on the inside of the panels. (fcbbuildings.com)
Steel vs. Post Frames
Another option to consider when planning for your Colorado pole barn building is whether you want to go with steel instead of a wooden frame.
Though, initially, a steel frame may be more appealing there are certain things you need to be aware of. Firstly, a steel frame will be more costly than a wood one. Also, it will be harder to insulate, it takes longer to build and may only be set up during certain times of the year due to the climate. (horizonstructures.com)
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