Pole Barn build

[406flyfish]

See if you can get ahold of Lamar Schrock out of Toston. I live in Winston, and have seen quite a few of his builds around here. As a former framer who has built a handful of post frame buildings, if you are planning on concrete, and heating it, you will be money ahead by pouring a mono slab and stick framing on top of it. I type this from my 60x80x16 shop house, that is built just thay way.

Tried finding his contact info online but seems to be sparse.

 

[406flyfish]

Exchanged some emails with Morton when I told them we were inquiring about MQS. Apparently they have a 10k rebate coming up for month of February. He stated the following, not sure if the differences with Morton are even remotely worth the cost?

A few key notes before we get to budget.
* We do not have a 29 gauge option, we only carry a 16ga. (Thicker) gauge.

• for this project we would install trusses 8' o.c. Our building system is based on having a post system to support every truss instead of relying on headers. We can discuss the advantages and potential disadvantages on a call or building tour.
• Our windows are top grade Pella. Included in our basic packages are 4'4" x 2'9" slider. Other sizes are available, but this is our economical standard.
• Or post/trust systems do not require y bracing, and the advantage can be demonstrated.
• For uplift, we use a concrete precast column lower that integrates with our laminated column.
• For underlayment on the roof, if you are considering ever having any living quarters in the building, I would highly recommend installing sheathing on the roof in addition to the underlayment.
• For proper aesthetic on the cupolas and overhangs, i would recommend a 3'6" cupola, and 2' overhangs.