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Tips for Choosing the Right Size Pole Barn
December 18, 2025
Find the ideal pole barn size with practical tips on use, site limits, and future growth, plus tools from Lester Buildings to design with confidence.
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Avoid Pitfalls , Design , Post-Frame , Residential
Building Your Dream Home
March 24, 2025Building a unique home like a pole barn home, also commonly referred to as a shouse or barndominium, comes with its own set of considerations. Here are some commonly asked questions to help guide you through the process.Read more -
Commercial Buildings , Design , Eclipse Roof System , Featured Buildings , Residential
Year in Review
February 10, 2025This past year reinforced the idea that pole barns can seamlessly combine quality and practicality with striking aesthetics without sacrificing style.Read more -
Avoid Pitfalls , Design , Post-Frame
Lester Building Withstands Ohio Tornado
May 02, 2024Have the peace of mind that your building will be completely engineered to withstand the force weather conditions and wind loads, based on your location.Read more -
Design
5 Roof Styles for Your Pole Barn
March 28, 2024Depending on the building design perfect for your lifestyle, there are 5 different roof styles to consider when planning your dream building.Read more -
Design , Eclipse Roof System , Post-Frame , Roof Replacement
Exterior Accessory Options for Pole Barns
September 30, 2023A pole barn is not just for storage. It can be an attractive and functional space such as a workshop, garage, hobby shop or even a living space. But what are some ways you can improve the look of your pole barn and how can you economically add value and comfort to it? It is simple – with exterior add-ons.Read more -
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Wind Loads and the Consequences of Not Meeting Them
July 31, 2023Wind load is the wind pressure or wind force exerted on a building. These loads develop because the structure is blocking the flow of the wind and the wind's energy force is converted into pressure forces. Wind loads must be calculated for all building surfaces and the loads must be resisted by the building's lateral system and carried from the roof trusses and purlins down to the foundation. LestRead more