Pre-construction site preparation with grading stakes and soil compaction equipment

    Pole Barns

    Typical Duration: 3-10 days
    Crew Size: 2-5 operators
    Service Area: 50-mile radius

    Pole barn construction by Tacoma Creek Build Co. delivers cost-effective agricultural buildings, equipment storage, livestock shelters, and open workshops across Spokane County, Kootenai County, Bonner County, and Pend Oreille County. Our licensed contractors build pole barns from 1,200 square feet to 10,000+ square feet using treated posts, engineered trusses, and metal siding—designed to handle heavy snow loads, wide clear spans, and agricultural use. Whether you need a hay barn in Spokane, a machinery shed near Coeur d'Alene, a livestock shelter in Sandpoint, or an equipment storage building in Newport, we deliver permitted, durable structures at competitive pricing.

    Pole barns are ideal for properties where full concrete slabs aren't required and wide, open interiors maximize usable space. Treated posts are set in concrete-filled holes, eliminating perimeter foundations and reducing costs by 20–40% compared to stick-built shops. We've built across flat ag ground, hillside pastures, and timber properties—always with proper drainage, engineered trusses for snow loads, and coordination with zoning and setback requirements. When your project includes land clearing, gravel pads, or utility trenching, we coordinate the full scope as a turnkey general contractor.

    Typical Project Types

    What's Included in Pole Barn Builds

    • Custom Sizing & Layout: Buildings from 24'×30' to 60'×120' with clear-span widths up to 40 feet and eave heights from 10'–20'.
    • Treated Posts: 6×6 or larger posts (treated to .60 CCA or UC4B) set 4–6 feet deep in concrete footings for frost protection and stability.
    • Engineered Trusses: Roof trusses designed for 40–70 PSF snow loads with proper bracing, gable-end framing, and wind resistance.
    • Metal Siding & Roofing: 26- or 29-gauge steel panels in a range of colors with trim, flashing, and fasteners rated for high-wind zones.
    • Overhead Doors: Sliding doors, bifold doors, or sectional overhead doors sized for tractors, trucks, or equipment (8'×8' to 16'×14').
    • Concrete or Gravel Floors: Compacted gravel for drainage and equipment access, or optional concrete slabs for shop use or livestock areas.
    • Electrical Rough-In: Service panels, LED lights, outlets, and circuits for tools, chargers, or heated waterers (optional).
    • Permitting & Engineering: Building permits, stamped structural plans, and inspections where required by local code.
    • Optional Upgrades: Insulation, interior framing, lean-tos, cupolas, ventilation fans, and enclosed storage rooms.

    Our Pole Barn Construction Process

    1. Site selection & layout: We meet on-site to discuss building size, door placement, and intended use (hay storage, equipment, livestock). The building footprint is staked, and post locations are marked. Drainage, access, and utility needs are assessed.
    2. Engineering & permits: Structural plans (post spacing, truss design, snow load calculations) are stamped by a licensed engineer. Building permits are submitted (if required) and approved. Zoning setbacks and agricultural exemptions are verified.
    3. Post installation & concrete footings: Post holes are augered or dug 4–6 feet deep. Treated posts are set, plumbed, and braced. Concrete is poured around posts and allowed to cure. Post tops are cut to uniform height, and the structure is squared.
    4. Framing & roof trusses: Girts (horizontal framing members) are bolted to posts at 2-foot spacing. Roof trusses are lifted, set, and braced according to engineer specifications. Purlins are installed, and metal roofing is screwed down with closures and ridge caps.
    5. Siding, doors & trim: Metal siding is installed with proper lap and fastener spacing. Corner trim, base trim, and j-channels are added. Overhead doors, sliding doors, or bifold doors are hung and adjusted. Man doors and windows (if specified) are installed.
    6. Floor, electrical & final inspection: Gravel floors are spread and compacted, or concrete slabs are poured (if opted). Electrical wiring, lights, and panels are installed and inspected. Final building inspections are completed, and the barn is ready for use.

    Quality & Durability Standards

    • Treated Lumber: Posts rated for ground contact (.60 CCA or UC4B) resist rot, insects, and moisture for 30+ year lifespan.
    • Engineered Trusses: Snow and wind loads verified by structural engineer; trusses manufactured to IRC and IBC standards.
    • High-Wind Fasteners: Metal panels secured with self-sealing screws rated for 90+ MPH wind zones; proper spacing prevents panel blow-off.
    • Proper Drainage: Site graded to prevent water pooling around posts; French drains or gutters added where needed.
    • Code Compliance: All work meets IRC, IBC, and agricultural building codes; permits and inspections handled where required.

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    Contact us today for a free consultation and site evaluation. We'll provide a detailed quote and timeline for your project.

    Our Process

    1

    Site Layout & Design

    Mark post locations, plan door placement

    2

    Engineering & Permits

    Truss design, snow load calcs, permits

    3

    Post Installation

    Auger holes, set posts, pour concrete

    4

    Framing & Trusses

    Install girts, set trusses, add purlins

    5

    Exterior & Doors

    Metal siding, roofing, overhead doors

    6

    Floor & Final

    Gravel or concrete floor, electrical, inspection

    What's Included in Pole Barn Builds

    • Custom Sizing & Layout: Buildings from 24'×30' to 60'×120' with clear-span widths up to 40 feet and eave heights from 10'–20'.
    • Treated Posts: 6×6 or larger posts (treated to .60 CCA or UC4B) set 4–6 feet deep in concrete footings for frost protection and stability.
    • Engineered Trusses: Roof trusses designed for 40–70 PSF snow loads with proper bracing, gable-end framing, and wind resistance.
    • Metal Siding & Roofing: 26- or 29-gauge steel panels in a range of colors with trim, flashing, and fasteners rated for high-wind zones.
    • Overhead Doors: Sliding doors, bifold doors, or sectional overhead doors sized for tractors, trucks, or equipment (8'×8' to 16'×14').
    • Concrete or Gravel Floors: Compacted gravel for drainage and equipment access, or optional concrete slabs for shop use or livestock areas.
    • Electrical Rough-In: Service panels, LED lights, outlets, and circuits for tools, chargers, or heated waterers (optional).
    • Permitting & Engineering: Building permits, stamped structural plans, and inspections where required by local code.
    • Optional Upgrades: Insulation, interior framing, lean-tos, cupolas, ventilation fans, and enclosed storage rooms.

    Equipment & Tools

    Post augers
    Excavators
    Forklifts
    Concrete mixers
    Metal shears

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    From initial site walk to final inspection, Tacoma Creek Build Co. delivers professional dirt work you can build on.