The first step before installing a pole barn is preparing the land. Preparing land for a pole barn the right way helps you install a healthier building. As a result, your pole barn needs less maintenance and provides many years of service.
Start by Calling 811
Many factors go into preparing a pole barn building site. First, call 811 before you dig. This source helps make sure you won’t hit any utilities when you excavate or dig.
Choosing a Site When Preparing Land for a Pole Barn
Next, choose the best location for your pole barn. Look for a flat surface on higher ground where water will naturally flow away from it. If your only choices are in a low lying area, make a swale to divert water away from the building.
Clear Trees and Shrubs
Site preparation for a pole barn also involves removing any trees or shrubs that are in the way. So clear the site of trees or bushes with a chain saw or axe. Then cut away as much of their root systems as possible.
Remove Grass and Compact the Soil
After that, clear away grass where the floor of the pole barn will go. To do this, skim the top inch of soil away with a shovel.
Then use the compactor to firmly pack the floor area. This removes excess air from the soil. It also creates a hard substrate, so weeds will have a difficult time taking root after you build the pole barn.
Level the Building Site
Leveling the building site isn’t too complicated. Often, all you need to do is move soil from the high spots over to the low ones.
Of course, proper site prep may cost a little more upfront. However, preparing land for a pole barn saves you money and headaches in the long run.
Complete Pole Barn Kits From CHA Pole Barns
You’ll also save money by choosing CHA Pole Barns as the provider of your pole barn kit. We deliver complete pole barn kits in one building materials package. Each kit has everything you need to construct a high quality pole barn.
For example, that includes premium grade lumber, galvalume metal roofing, trusses, siding, fasteners and detailed blue prints. We also deliver our pole barn kits free to your site. That way, you get all the materials to build a pole barn that provides extra storage space and boosts the value of your home.