METAL BARNS

Metal Barns are Great for Agriculture Storage and Animal Shelter

Metal barns are durable & robust farm buildings that can be used to store your farm produce and protect your livestock on the farm. These pre-engineered barns can be custom-made to shelter different farm animals like cattle, hogs, horses, etc. You can even plan a dedicated storage space for hay, crops, animal fodder, and equipment. These prefab barns not only store agricultural products and shelter animals but can also be used to protect farm equipment, vehicles, and large tractors from outdoor elements. The structural strength and fire resistance nature of steel makes them an excellent option for animal sheltering and storage space compared to other alternatives. In a nutshell, metal barns are versatile structures and the perfect solution for all your agricultural storage needs. Call us today at (336) 673-3065 to get a free quote on your dream barn building.

CUSTOMIZING YOUR BARN

By choosing Boss Buildings, you have the freedom to design your metal barn exactly the way you want! You’re in the driver’s seat, and it’s up to you to select everything from prefab barn dimensions, to roof type, to the gauge of your steel, trim, colors, doors, windows, certification requirements, and more!

Building Dimensions

How big does your metal barn need to be? You can choose a smaller steel barn, or you can go with a width of all the way up to 70’ for the center building. You can also choose pretty much any length you like. Need your prefab metal barn to be taller so you can accommodate a tractor or other big items? We can provide what you need! The typical lean-to’s are 10’ to 12’ to wide, but we can design engineered lean-to’s up to 24’ wide.

Steel Gauge

14-gauge is the common standard for steel barn framing, but you also have the option of choosing thicker 12-gauge steel for an even more durable steel barn. You choose the gauge of your barn’s metal roofing and siding, too, which by default is 29-GA. Remember that certification requirements beyond 65 PSF may sometimes need building with 12 GA tubing mandatorily.

Certification

Does your location require certification of metal structures like barns? We can design your metal barn to meet any necessary wind or snow loads. And even if certification isn’t required, you can still choose a certified metal building for greater peace of mind.

Gables, Trim, and Anchors

Add gables to the front or back for greater reinforcement and a finished look. Protective J-trim can be used to cover the edges of your panels. Plus, we have anchors to secure your metal barn to almost any type of installation surface, even level ground!

Colors

You can go with a more traditional “barn red,” or you can go your own way and choose from among our other attractive color options for your roof panels, side paneling, and trim. You can even choose a two-tone wainscot look, if you like.

METAL BARNS ARE REALLY BETTER BARNS

What’s so great about a metal barn? Pretty much everything! Here are just a few features that make a steel barn from BOSS BUILDINGS a better choice than any stick-build or pole barn:

Durability

Steel barns aren’t susceptible to rot like wood, and they endure constant use. They also provide superior protection from rain, snow, wind, even lightning.

No Threat from Pests or Fire

A properly installed metal building safeguards you and your valuables from termites, pests, rodents, snakes, and other small animals that can cause a nuisance in your belongings. What about fire? Steel is incombustible. Also, steel does not melt at temperatures typically encountered in a building fire.

Customize & Expand More Easily

Steel buildings offer flexible design and more usable interior space than wooden barns. Steel structures are easier to adapt or expand with your future needs, too.

Easy to Maintain

Wooden barns require painting or staining, and need repainting or restaining every few years. Metal barns aren’t covered with traditional paint, and their colors won’t fade or peel over time. Metal barns are a snap to clean, too. Just hose it out with a pressure washer, and you’re done!

Some Handy Tips to Help You Get Ready

One of the first things you should decide is how you plan to use your steel barn. Consider how much space you’ll need to accommodate your animals, supplies, or whatever else. Factor in the length, width, and height of these items so you’re sure to get a large enough metal barn. In hindsight, most customers wish they’d chosen a bigger building, not a smaller one. Once you’ve made your decision and placed your order, here a few things you can do to get your site ready for installation:

• Obtain any needed building permits, if required in your area
• Make sure your site is level
• Mark any buried utility lines on or near your site
• Clear enough space around your site (at least 3’ on all sides) so our crew will have sufficient room to work
• Make sure to let us know which foundation you’ll be installing on, so we can be sure to bring the correct anchors