Frames can be all wood, all steel or a combination of both, depending upon the structural need and desires of the customer. Our primary method of building incorporates post-frame construction, whereupon steel or wooden posts are set in concrete 2 - 5' into the ground. Wood or steel rafters are thru-bolted into the posts, then wood or steel purlin are attached, spanning between the rafters.   Wall girts (or bands) are attached to the posts 4' apart.

26 gauge metal panels are attached to the roof purlin and wall girts with screws/neoprene  washers.  Corner, door, gable and ridge trim are added to make the structure weather tight.

If a concrete slab already exists, it may be more prudent to used traditional stick, or stud, frame construction. If concrete is requested, the forms are built after the roof is installed, then the concrete is poured and finished before the walls are built.

For horse barns and sheds, we recommend a 12' x 12' layout of the posts. This enables ease in when installing stall materials for 12' stalls or 24' foal stalls. This layout also lends itself to appropriately sized wash stalls, feed rooms, drive through aisle ways and tack rooms.

Straight gable roofs typically have a 3:12 pitch, though steeper pitches are available at the customer's request. Shed roofs and larger structure clear spanned roofs will have a 2.5:12 to 1:12 pitch.