{"id":474,"date":"2020-02-24T09:13:17","date_gmt":"2020-02-24T14:13:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.diypolebarns.com\/learn\/?p=474"},"modified":"2020-03-18T13:27:04","modified_gmt":"2020-03-18T17:27:04","slug":"pole-barn-living-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.diypolebarns.com\/learn\/pole-barn-living-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Pole Barn Living Do\u2019s &#038; Don\u2019ts for Your New Pole Barn Home"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>What does storage for farm equipment or an antique car\ncollection have in common with a cozy cabin in the woods? They can all begin\nwith a pole barn. Cozy and rustic may not be the terms that first come to mind\nwhen you think of a pole barn, but with pole barn living the possibilities are\nnearly endless. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You <a href=\"http:\/\/www.diypolebarns.com\/prices.php\">begin\nwith the basic construction<\/a> then add your imagination and personal tastes.\nOnce the exterior frame is complete, the floor plans and interior design can\nturn what some might think could only be used as storage space into the home of\nyour dreams. Let\u2019s look at some of the Do\u2019s and Don\u2019ts when planning pole barn\nliving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do Know Your Local Codes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There is more involved in the process when you\u2019re planning\non living in a pole barn. It means including things like plumbing and\nelectrical hookups will be necessary. And while those may be amenities that\nyou\u2019d also plan on if you were building a horse barn or hobby barn, there may\nbe different requirements when the building will be used as a residence.&nbsp; So when planning your pole barn living space,\nit is important to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.diypolebarns.com\/learn\/pole-barn-building-electrical-codes\/\">know\nwhat the building codes are for your area<\/a> before you get started. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Taking the time to conduct research and make sure you are in\ncompliance with all your local codes will ensure your building plans allow you\nto install everything you want so that not only will you avoid the conflicts\nand delays of not being in compliance with local codes, but you\u2019ll be confident\nthat your pole barn living space will be suitable for your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do Go Bigger Than You Think<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>By design, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.diypolebarns.com\/pole-barn-options\/size-dimensions.php\">pole barn structures can be very large<\/a> and offer a wonderful open floor plan option. This design can mean that your pole barn living experience can allow you a much larger \u201cfootprint\u201d for less than the cost of building a stick-frame home of the same size. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll want to start with a pole barn that gives you all the\nspace you\u2019ll need. However, if it\u2019s in the budget, going a bit bigger than you\nthink you need gives you more flexibility in the long run. Once you have the\nbasic structure, it is simple to segment rooms to give you the pole barn living\nspace you desire. Unlike traditional stick-frame construction, expanding on a\ncompleted pole barn structure takes more work. This means when planning your\npole barn living space, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.diypolebarns.com\/learn\/pole-barn-second-floor\/\">bigger is\nbetter to begin with<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do Take Advantage of Pole Barn Options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When building a storage barn or hobby shop, the bare minimum may be fine. When considering pole barn living, you\u2019ll be spending a lot of time in your finished pole barn so you\u2019ll want to take advantage of as many options as possible to create a home that has the features you want and the aesthetics you desire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The perfect way to accomplish that is with our <a href=\"http:\/\/www.diypolebarns.com\/quote\/\">Instant Quote<\/a> tool. Here you\u2019ll\nfind lots of options for your new pole barn living quarters. You can\npersonalize your pole barn with options <a href=\"http:\/\/www.diypolebarns.com\/pole-barn-options\/lean-tos.php\">like lean-tos<\/a>\nwhich can provide great outdoor seating areas to enjoy the fresh air. Cupolas, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.diypolebarns.com\/pole-barn-options\/doors-and-windows.php\">doors,\nand windows<\/a> are all other options that can add exterior character, natural\nlighting, and increased air circulation to your pole barn living experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Insulation is another option to take into consideration. Pole\nbarns are easier to insulate than traditional stick-frame construction and have\nfewer thermal breaks. This makes them more energy efficient. You\u2019ll want to\nconsider whether your pole barn living area will include a garage or equipment\nstorage area. If so, will all or part of your pole barn home be insulated?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Don\u2019t Wing It<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While pole barn structures are faster and more convenient to\nconstruct, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.diypolebarns.com\/prices.php\">as well as being less\nexpensive<\/a>, a pole barn home is still a major step that you should plan\ncarefully. Keeping in mind that any pole barn is a major addition to your\nproperty, be sure to spend adequate time planning your pole barn to ensure your\npole barn living space is enjoyable. There are plenty of things to think about\njust as you would with any traditional home construction. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take the time to be sure that you have thought about \u2013 or\nconsulted with <a href=\"http:\/\/www.diypolebarns.com\/builders.php\">professionals<\/a>\non &#8211; the building site, angle, drainage and more. And while basements are not\nnecessary in the construction of a pole barn home, they are an option you can\nadd to some or all of your home\u2019s design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Don\u2019t Forget Your Pole Barn Maintenance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It would be great if one of the benefits to pole barn living\nwas a maintenance-free home. Unfortunately, just like any building, pole barn\nconstruction <a href=\"http:\/\/www.diypolebarns.com\/learn\/pole-barn-maintenance\/\">does\nrequire maintenance to keep it in peak condition<\/a> for decades to come. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.diypolebarns.com\/learn\/protecting-pole-barn-posts\/\">The posts\nare the most important part of your pole barn<\/a>. Moisture is the number one\nenemy, so keeping an eye out for signs of moisture is the best preventative\nmaintenance you can do.&nbsp; Depending on how\nyou handle the interior, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.diypolebarns.com\/learn\/pole-barn-ventilation\/\">airflow and\nventilation<\/a> is a key part of reducing moisture and improving air quality in\nyour barn and certain pole barn options can simplify ventilation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, just like you would with any home, make sure to fix problems sooner than later. Being proactive about maintenance will almost guarantee a better your pole barn living experience than if you put off repairs and maintenance. When it comes to your home, kicking the can of repairs down the road will never result in fewer repairs, less expense or fewer headaches. The only way to avoid major repairs is to address them when they are minor issues!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So <em>do<\/em> start dreaming\nabout your perfect home and <em>don\u2019t<\/em>\nforget that with pole barn living the possibilities are nearly endless!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.diypolebarns.com\/prices.php\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"209\" src=\"http:\/\/www.diypolebarns.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/DIY-CTA-1-e1521471894810.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-305\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Find Your Perfect Pole Barn Today \u2013 Get an Instant Quote Online!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you have questions about pole barns? Call our\nknowledgeable staff at&nbsp;(937) 547-9100. If you\u2019re ready to build your pole\nbarn, lock in a quote with DIY Pole Barns using our&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.diypolebarns.com\/quote\/\">Instant Quote<\/a>&nbsp;tool!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Connect with us on social media!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/DIYPoleBarns\/\">Facebook<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/diypolebarns\">Twitter<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/DIYPoleBarns\/feed\">YouTube<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/+Diypolebarns\">Google+<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/diypolebarns\/\">Pinterest<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\nWhat does storage for farm equipment or an antique car<br \/>\ncollection have in common with a cozy cabin in the woods? 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