With their customizable design and easy construction, pole barns can serve as a great building solution—from a horse barn to an RV storage area. But how big should yours be? Though there are standard sizes depending on the primary function of the space, you’ll want to maximize your investment. Here’s a closer look at some of the factors that will help you determine the right dimensions.

Know What You’ll Be Storing

How you plan to use pole barns will have a direct impact on their dimensions—particularly when it comes to determining the size of your doors. For example, RVs often need doors that are at least 12 feet high and 10 feet wide. If you only plan on storing passenger cars, on the other hand, the doors can be a mere 7 to 8 feet high. Door height will directly impact the total height of the barn.

The items you plan on storing will also affect post spacing within the pole barn. A barn that’s used for tool storage will typically be fine with tighter pole spacing, but larger items may need more clearance space, resulting in a wider barn. 

Understand Additional Factors Affecting Your Costs

Square footage isn’t the only thing that impacts pole barn costs. Other construction factors, such as the surrounding landscaping and whether you wish to add building insulation and siding, will also add to your total expenses. Depending on your storage needs, it could be more cost-effective to insulate smaller pole sheds and use your barn to store items that don’t need the extra protection.

For high-quality pole barns, turn to H & H Metal Products LLC. Based out of Savannah, TN, they service the entire tri-state area within a 100-mile radius. With years of experience manufacturing metal buildings, their team is well-equipped to handle any custom requirements you might have. To learn more about their services, visit them online or call (731) 925-1922.