Agricultural Buildings

Garden Center

How To Start A Garden Center?

There’s nothing as satisfying as seeing the fruits of your labor. And with owning a nursery or garden center, you can take that saying literally. We’re finally seeing a return to our roots as farmer’s markets and locally owned nurseries are once again favored over big box stores. But this article isn’t a propagation guide.…

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poultry barn

Optimal Light Designs For Your Barn

As with any building, barns can use a mix of natural and artificial light to create an environment that is safe, efficient, and comfortable. But when we start getting into the nitty-gritty of keeping live animals, lighting designs and layouts can get somewhat complicated. The right balance of artificial and natural light should regulate biorhythms,…

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Quonset Hut

Quonset Hut Verses Prefab Metal Buildings

If you’re currently trying to decide between a traditional prefabricated building or Quonset hut for your next project, you probably have cost in mind. After all, most Quonset huts only cost about $6-$12 per square foot, thanks to the simplistic design. But before you go reaching for your wallet, it’s important to know exactly what…

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steep slope

Do I Need A Steep Slope or Low Slope Roof?

Prefabricated metal buildings are often chosen for their open concept design. The strength of steel eliminates the need for interior columns within a 300-foot width limit. And once more, changing the pitch of the roof won’t present the need for additional interior columns. With any prefabricated metal building, the floor plan can be molded to…

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