A pole barn’s versatile design makes it a good choice to use as a house. If you decide to have a pole barn built to serve as your next home, the structure will have to comply with local building codes. That means it will have to meet specific requirements when it comes to insulation.
Insulation Requirements Vary by Location
Since climates vary, the amounts of insulation required under local building codes vary as well. If you plan to build a pole barn house in an area that gets harsh winters, it will need more insulation than a house built in a warmer place.
Several Types of Insulation Can Be Used in a Pole Barn Home
Fiberglass insulation has been popular for decades because it’s inexpensive and easy to install. It comes in rolls and can be placed inside walls and ceilings.
Blown-in insulation usually consists of small particles of cellulose, fiberglass, and mineral wool. It conforms to the space that it’s blown into and creates an insulating barrier. Blown-in insulation is generally used in attics, but not in walls.
Rigid foam board insulation can be installed around a pole barn’s concrete slab. It’s also an option for walls and ceilings, but it’s more expensive than fiberglass and blown-in insulation.
Each type of insulation has an R-value that refers to how well it prevents heat transfer. Insulation with a higher R-value does a better job of limiting heat transfer than insulation with a lower R-value.
The Type of Insulation and the Size of the House Will Influence the Cost
You may decide to use one or more of these forms of insulation in your pole barn home. The type(s) of insulation you select, the R-value of the insulation, and the amount you use will depend on the climate where you live and will affect the cost.
The size of the building will also influence the total price of the project. While a larger building will cost more to insulate than a smaller one, insulation for a larger building will cost less per square foot.
Learn More about Pole Barn Homes and Get a Quote
If you’re thinking about building a pole barn house, but you’d like to learn more about features and options, contact CHA Pole Barns. We can discuss building sizes and designs, window and door types, insulation, cupolas, and other optional features. We can also talk about ways that you can design the interior to suit your family’s current and future needs. Contact us today to learn more and to request an estimate for a pole barn home.