Machine Shed / Pole Barn recommendations

[Daquenzer]

Originally Posted by gypsydad

Daq- I disagree with your assertion about a pole barn not adding value...not sure where you live, but an addition like a nice pole barn or RV garage is something most of us "guys" would love to see when looking for a new home if there is space and no HOA's! Problem is, in many neighborhoods the HOAs may not permit. I know I am looking for solutions for both MT and TX now (no HOA's). My good friend been selling real estate for 45 years says "great addition" if done right. I doubt anyone buying a "million dollar" home is complaining about the pole barn or anything else....that type dollar usually has a good selection of homes to choose. By the way, usually it's the home that gets the most attention...the garage or pole barn is added value! Anyhow, off topic now...

Did I say it didn’t add value? Did you read my post? I said you are not going to get your COST back. COST DOES NOT EQUAL MARKET VALUE. I’ve been a professional real estate appraiser for 22 years. I’ve probably appraised 8,000 properties in the last 22 years, and I have worked with other appraisers in this area for as long. And I can categorically state YOU WILL NOT GET YOUR COST BACK. You will got some value, but the amount will depend upon your market and lots of other factors.

A “great addition” does not mean getting your cost back. It may increase marketability, but that doesn’t equal cost. Maybe you should ask your friend who has been selling real estate to clarify his statement.

And if I had a dime for every property over priced by real estate agents I’d be a rich man.

But go ahead. Build that big pole barn. You’ll be adding great value for the guy that buys it 50 cents on the dollar for what you have put into it.

And you nailed it right on the head. It is the home that gets the most attention. It’s not the pole barn, I can tell you that.

I always get a kick out of people who haven’t appraised one home yet they can tell a professional that they are wrong. That is hubris. It’s also why I see homeowners do lots of really dumb things. They’ve watched way too many shows on HGTV.

[gypsydad]

Originally Posted by Daquenzer

Did I say it didn’t add value? Did you read my post? I said you are not going to get your COST back. COST DOES NOT EQUAL MARKET VALUE. I’ve been a professional real estate appraiser for 22 years. I’ve probably appraised 8,000 properties in the last 22 years, and I have worked with other appraisers in this area for as long. And I can categorically state YOU WILL NOT GET YOUR COST BACK. You will got some value, but the amount will depend upon your market and lots of other factors.

A “great addition” does not mean getting your cost back. It may increase marketability, but that doesn’t equal cost. Maybe you should ask your friend who has been selling real estate to clarify his statement.

And if I had a dime for every property over priced by real estate agents I’d be a rich man.

But go ahead. Build that big pole barn. You’ll be adding great value for the guy that buys it 50 cents on the dollar for what you have put into it.

And you nailed it right on the head. It is the home that gets the most attention. It’s not the pole barn, I can tell you that.

I always get a kick out of people who haven’t appraised one home yet they can tell a professional that they are wrong. That is hubris. It’s also why I see homeowners do lots of really dumb things. They’ve watched way too many shows on HGTV.

Well, you surely are "the" expert here...I've only been buying and selling homes for 45 years myself...thought I knew a little until I see your getting your dander up So lets just agree that value is in the eyes of the buyer...not the appraiser! And "dumb things" to some, may be just what the buyer wants...but, your the expert here...I would never challenge such expertise...nor would I put my decisions on one persons input. Merry Christmas!

[FloydCoVa]

We live up on a mountain/out in the country. I had this built last fall,I consider it a work in progress! I'll side it my self with rough cut 1x8 hemlock from local mill. Then I'll build shed roof on each side. No need to stain the wood as we like to let it turn natural grey to match our other barn and run in for the horses.

[Hittenstiehl]

Nice tow vehicle

[gypsydad]

Originally Posted by FloydCoVa

We live up on a mountain/out in the country. I had this built last fall,I consider it a work in progress! I'll side it my self with rough cut 1x8 hemlock from local mill. Then I'll build shed roof on each side. No need to stain the wood as we like to let it turn natural grey to match our other barn and run in for the horses.

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Does that come in a 4 door model??

[FloydCoVa]

No John Deere doesn't come in four doors but the new ford I have on order does!

[mefly2]

Our New Holland is just a two door ... rofl .... but just a one seater .... squashed with wife or dog on board ...

[brainwash]

Originally Posted by dmslawson

Our 14x30 www.SteelmasterUSA.com serves us well in “climate controlled” coastal Southern California.

Looking at a similar RV Carport from www.futurebuildings.com to the Steelmaster dmslawson has in post #35.



Anyone used them? What's your experience?

[sdsteve]

just on the last of mine. heated concrete floor pole style building 36 x 56 holds all the toys

[mefly2]

Originally Posted by mefly2

We are across the country, but MQS in Stevensville, MT web site would be a good source for post & beam construction ideas ... We have a considerable snow load around here which dictates healthy design for wind and ice accumulation. The lean to addition on one side makes it versatile for the tractor, truck, and Eddie Bauer for all seasons. The sliding barn doors provide much better access and security over the roll ups... with less hassle in the winter and less drifting snow in the winter for the enclosed area.

Eddie is back in the barn for the winter ... snow has finally hit here with a vengeance!