Typical Post Frame Building Repair

Mother Nature is brutal. Wind, rain, cold, heat, it doesn’t matter; she comes at us with brute force many times throughout all seasons, and Midwesterners who own structures additional to their homes know precisely how dramatic these weather changes can be.

Specifically, if you own a post-frame building, such as machine sheds, equestrian buildings, or additional garages turned into hobby shops, you know how invasive extreme weather can be. And even though Midwesterners know to plan for weather, what Mother Nature throws at them is still unpredictable.

Because of this, those post-frame buildings cannot be completely protected against the elements and, more frequently, need repairs. Thus, planning for a post-frame building repair is nearly as integral as planning for inclement weather, and Gingerich Structures has some insight into what those repairs entail.

Rotted Columns

Especially in equestrian buildings and large machine sheds, post-frame buildings are commonly constructed from large wooden columns. Immediate damage caused by a wind storm is certainly a common issue; however, long-term weakness is frequently caused by rotted columns.

The Midwest can go from hot and humid to cold and dry pretty quickly. After years of this constant change, the columns in post-frame buildings begin to rot and weaken. This brings on the possibility of collapse, putting you, your colleagues, or your animals in danger.

Repairing rotted columns involves using a wooden stub to act as a prosthetic for the column. The rot is usually found at the base of the column. The concrete is broken away from the base before the wooden stub is set in place. Then new concrete is poured at the base to secure the stub.

Total Storm Damage

Internally, moisture and column rot are byproducts of long-term weather changes. Externally, your post-frame building sustains all damage that storms throw at it, including wind, rain, hail, and more.

The damage from violent and heavy storms varies quite a bit. For instance, not only can hail wreck the roof of your structure, but the weight of a heavy snowfall can also wear and tear on it as well. Likewise, wind can toss debris through the air, damaging garage doors, siding, and sliding doors.

If these repair needs go ignored, more interior damage can occur. For example, a sliding door damaged from wind might hang open, letting even more moisture in. Excess moisture can further rot the vulnerable wooden structure interior. These maintenance efforts will bring tremendous longevity and value to your post-frame buildings.

Choose The Right Company!

There are many options when it comes to choosing the perfect structure for your needs, but choosing the right site is the key to a low-maintenance, high-quality building. Gingerich Structures offer a wide variety of building styles.

With over fifteen years of experience building everything from machine sheds to hobby shops, you can count on Gingerich Structures for the options you need! Call today at (402) 426-5022 to get a FREE quote on your next building project.