Pole Barn build - updates

[N-Smooth]

I have been trying to get a building going too. Getting contractors is so hard right now.

I’ve spoken to two of them on the phone that wanted to come quote me. They both said I’m looking at $55-60k which makes it even crazier that they won’t follow up with me and come take all that money.

The icing on the cake is one of the companies somehow got me confused with one of their employees and now texts me to tell me to reach out to new potential clients. I just laugh and ignore it, hoping the dude he’s supposed to be contacting is going to get in trouble 🤣

 

[Mouse]

During my process of getting quotes, I went to a couple of the main builders here close to Ogden. As a courtesy, once I picked Beehive, I told the others I decided to go elsewhere with my business. One company called and asked why, then proceeded to give my number to the owner who then texted me.... I decided to not respond any more

I think future builds are slowing down. Not enough for prices to fall, but maybe they will call you back. BTW, Beehive has been the best at being accessible (call back and an office in Layton you can actually visit)

 

[zmotorsports]

BTW, Beehive has been the best at being accessible (call back and an office in Layton you can actually visit)

I can attest to this. I haven't worked with his new supervisor at Beehive as Beehive wasn't a thing yet, but whenever I had a question when my shop was being built, if Garrett didn't answer the phone, he called back within a reasonable timeframe.

I just got off the phone with him this morning on another issue and he called back within about ten minutes of me leaving a message. Great guy to work with and really takes pride in what his companies offer. I also thinks he does a good job of looking ahead to try to keep costs down for not only his company but also to help control them for the client.

Mike

 

[Mouse]

Mike your endorsement of them is appreciated and played a factor in selecting them. The other main competitor had recent build with really poor quality control; couldn't find that with Beehive

 

[zmotorsports]

Mike your endorsement of them is appreciated and played a factor in selecting them. The other main competitor had recent build with really poor quality control; couldn't find that with Beehive

Awesome. Happy to have been able to provide helpful information.

You're right in my neck of the woods being in West Haven. I may have to come by and check it out when it's done.

 

[Destroyer]

I recently put up a Cleary pole barn. I did all the work myself. Took a couple months since I did 90% of it myself. But I’m happy. Prices have came up a lot in the last couple years. Just need to do the concrete and wire it. Hope to be in it this winter.

 

[Mouse]

Quick update; Beehive started a couple days after Christmas. Got all of the roof on today except for the ridge. The snow and rain finally got too bad.

 

[Mouse]

The shop is 48 wide (including the 12ft lean-to) and 50 ft deep, 16ft ceiling. 8 ft mezzanine (storage) going in on the far side; if you look closely you can see the center post standing below the window, waiting for the 36ft LVL to start the floor.

 

[ID Bronco]

I get the lean to option, but does it save much money over just enclosing it? I've always thought I'd rather have my camper inside. Just curious.

 

[Herzog]

Awesome!

 

[2002maniac]

Looks awesome! Congrats on the new shop.

 

[Mouse]

I get the lean to option, but does it save much money over just enclosing it? I've always thought I'd rather have my camper inside. Just curious.

Wasn't a cost issue, it was a space issue. Our yard is at the end of a culdesac and somewhat pie-shaped. If we had enclosed it, it would been too imposing on the house/backyard. So somewhat a compromise that still allows covered storage for the dually and camper. Actually can park the truck, camper and trailer loaded with a jeep under it

 

[Kiel]

Looks awesome

 

[zmotorsports]

Looking good. I'll bet your getting excited.

 

[Mouse]

Brick is on and the main doors are going up today.

Are there any electricians on board here? I will be ready to have a sub-panel run in late April timeframe once the concrete is done. I'd like to get someone to do the work ID'd soon.

 

[zmotorsports]

Looking very nice.

 

[Mouse]

Are there any electricians on board here? I will be ready to have a sub-panel run in late April timeframe once the concrete is done. I'd like to get someone to do the work ID'd soon.

Had a local electrical contractor bid running 145ft from the house service to the shop, underground and installing a panel. Quote was $6250...I had to double check it wasn't April 1st already.

Looking more like I'll be doing all the work. I am hoping to get the permit pulled today before I get started

 

[anderson750]

My son in law ran the electrical to my shop. The run was about 100 feet and I was about $600 in materials. Most contractors are so busy they don’t want small jobs unless they are making outrageous money on it.

 

[1969honda]

How many amps for the new panel and was that in conduit or direct burial?

 

[Mouse]

running 1/0 copper wire for a 150 amp service. That is in conduit, not direct burial.

Since they'll be doing concrete in the next month, I am hoping to get the ground rod installed this weekend and have the wire stabbed and waiting for the panel.