Post frame buildings and pole buildings are popular construction options for barns, detached garages, hobby shops, and other farm buildings in Coeur d’Alene. Although they share many qualities in common, they are not technically the same.
Pole Barns in Coeur d’Alene
“Pole Barn” is a common term often mistakenly used to refer to both pole barns and post frame barns or buildings. Pole barns are built using round poles as the primary structure to sustain the walls and roof of the barn. Older pole barns (like the one your grandfather built in the 1950s or earlier) were most often built using round logs or maybe even used telephone poles if they were available.
Post Frame Buildings
Post frame buildings are the modern equivalent of older pole barns. The only significant difference between a pole building in Coeur d’Alene and a post frame building is that modern post frame buildings are built using square posts––not round poles.
Square posts are better for construction because you can make a stronger connection between a square post and a flat board than between a round pole and a flat board. Today’s post frame buildings are a big step forward from older construction designs, but not significantly more expensive.
Tricky Terminology
It is probable that most people will continue to refer to post frame buildings as pole buildings for a long time––but that’s no big deal. Just make sure that you use the best materials and design available when you choose to build. At MQS, Inc., we only use the highest quality lumber and materials for all of our builds.
Building in Coeur d’Alene
If you are interested in a building shop in Coeur d’Alene or erecting a Coeur d’Alene garage, contact the experts at MQS, inc. We are post frame building specialists and can build just about anything you need––commercial, residential, industrial, horse barns, riding arenas, garages, hobby shops, and more. We also offer an array of options for your post frame building or pole barn in Coeur d’Alene. We have:
- 22 color options for painted steel sides, roof, and trim
- Optional overhangs with vented soffit and beaded fascia
- Several styles of gutters and downspouts
- 4’ wainscot
- 2′ cupolas, with or without a weathervane
- Open lean-to
- Insulation on doors and walls
- A variety of garage door styles and colors
- Insulated windows
- And much more!
MQS, Inc – Specialists in Post Frame Buildings
Contact MQS, inc. to build the barn, garage, hobby shop, or agricultural building you need. If you are looking for an experienced, professional builder, our experts are ready to assist you.
To get started, give us a call or go online to receive a free quote on your project.
MQS is one of the largest post frame building companies in Montana and Idaho. We even maintain our supply yards, warehouses, and a fleet of delivery trucks.
Our goal is to make sure all our clients are happy with the final product and the process. We understand the importance of keeping your project on time and within budget.
We look forward to hearing from you!