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Cairdeas Winery

On the north shore of Washington State’s Lake Chelan, stands a tall gambrel barn with a copper roof and green doors that has become a beacon of friendship and goodwill – and Washington wine. Cairdeas Winery (pronounced: Car-Dis) owned by Lacey and…

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How to Build a Barn in North Carolina

Outline Introduction Since we started delivering barn packages to North Carolina in the late 1980s we’ve come to learn how the coastlines, rivers, lakes, and […]



How to Build a Barn in Washington State

Introduction Mountains, coastlines, rivers, lakes, deserts and farmland make Washington State one of the most beautiful and diverse states in the country. Like you, we […]



How to Build a Barn in California

Outline Introduction California is a beautiful and diverse part of the US. Since we started delivering barn packages down the west coast in the late […]



Planning Checklist: How to Prepare to Build a Barn

Welcome to the Barn Pros planning checklist! We pride ourselves on being good stewards of your project, assisting and advising where we can to ensure a […]



How to Create Your Structure Estimate

If you’re ready to get your Barn Pros project underway, the place to start is creating an estimate for your personalized structure. The article below […]



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The Building Permit Process: Cost, Timeline and What to Expect

Submitting for, and obtaining building permits for your structure may be one of the most time-consuming segments of the building process, and is often accompanied […]



Barn Pros Project Cost Calculator

Calculator Steps This is an estimator tool designed to explore feasibility of project options. Figures do not represent an official quote and prices are subject […]



How to Finance Your Barn Project: Understanding Your Financial Options

Enjoying every step of the process on the journey towards getting your structure is key to an overall good building experience. Many frustrations, both in […]



How to Find & Choose a Barn Builder

Who’s Going to Raise the Barn? Barn Pros makes it easy to bring beautiful barns and barn-inspired homes to life with our pre-engineered kits. Our […]



Anatomy of a Barn: Common Terms & Styles

Throughout the process of designing and building a barn, you’ll encounter a sea of barn terminology. Some of which you may be familiar with, some […]



Understanding Post Frame Structure Construction

What is Post Frame Construction? Post frame is a construction style that has been used for centuries to create strong, beautiful, long-lived buildings. Rather than […]



Preparing To Build On Your Land

Your land will greatly determine what kind of structure you can build, and where. There are many factors that come into play here, and before […]



Receiving Your Kit Shipment

The days leading up to your kit’s shipping date is certainly an exciting time. It’s a significant milestone in the process and one that should […]



How Post Frame Construction Brings Sustainable Benefits to Your Project

Written by Evelyn Long | August 23, 2024 The merits of building a post frame style barn extend far beyond simplicity, efficiency and cost-effectiveness. This […]



5 Ways to Make Your Barn Apartment More Sustainable

Written by Evelyn Long | August 23, 2024 Transforming your barn apartment into a sustainable living space can benefit both the environment and your quality […]



How to Navigate Zoning Regulations for Post Frame Construction

Written by Evelyn Long | May 24, 2024 You’ve got your space in the country with peace and pasture for your horses and you’re ready […]



The Barn Pros Process: How to build a barn right

Building a high-quality wood structure can be a long, painstaking experience. But Barn Pros has created a smarter building process that is faster and less […]



5 Reasons to Build Your Barn in the Winter

It’s a well-known fact that traveling during off-peak times can save you a considerable amount of money and building a barn in the off-season is […]