Barn Contruction - Framing

Barn construction began this week with framing. The tip-up construction process uses 6x6 beams with brackets. Before the cement floor was poured, 36" holes were dug for cement piers that would later have brackets attached to them. The brackets were set in the wet cement for later attachment to the 6x6 beams.

The frames are constructed on the ground. Using the Extenda Boom attachment for the Bobcat, the frames were lifted in place and set into brackets.

Once the frames were set in place, 2x4's were nailed to the beams as temporary braces, until the side wall construction begins. The entire process occurs relatively quickly, and with the work of 3 men.

The Barn

We have broken ground and are preparing for the construction of our first barn. While we are doing most of the work with help from friends, there are a few aspects where the professionals will take over.

Following are the first photos of the barn site preparation. We moved soil from another part of the farm in order to make a level surface. We are leveling the soil and adding stone in anticipation of concrete that will be poured in the next 4-5 days, depending on weather.

6/11/07 This past Friday, the foundation/floor for the barn was poured. The floor will set-up for a total of 10 days and then pier construction can begin. Here are a few updated photos: