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5 Typical -and Surprising- Pole Barn Repairs

May 11, 2017 by Bret Buelo 2 Comments

5 Typical - and Surprising - Pole Barn Repairs

‘Tis the season for Mother Nature to wreak havoc. When spring rolls around, inclement weather can cause severe damage to pole barns.  There are a number of preventative measures you can take to reduce potential damage, as well as smart steps if your building does get hit. [Read more…]

Failing to Know Zoning Laws, Building Codes and Neighborhood Covenants Can Cost You Bigtime

April 26, 2017 by Bret Buelo Leave a Comment

Failing to Know Zoning Laws, Building Codes and Neighborhood Covenants Can Cost You Bigtime

Ugh. That, and a number of other more profane words, are likely what a building owner said when he found he wasn’t in compliance with his subdivision’s zoning laws and neighborhood covenants. Failing to comply with these rules (and building codes, too) can cost you bigtime. [Read more…]

Commercial Building Construction: Taking the Convenience Store to a Whole New Level

April 5, 2017 by Bret Buelo Leave a Comment

Commercial Building Construction: Taking the Convenience Store to a Whole New Level

When Willie Kimmons got the call two years ago to build a country-style store in northern Wisconsin, he didn’t realize this was not going to be a typical convenience store construction project. What it became, and what his team built, exceeded all expectations. [Read more…]

Best Suburban / Miscellaneous Buildings of the Year: Our 2017 NFBA Building of the Year Submissions

February 17, 2017 by Bret Buelo Leave a Comment

Best Suburban / Miscellaneous Buildings of the Year: Our 2017 NFBA Building of the Year Submissions

Our final blog post in a series on our NFBA Building of the Year nominees includes a variety of suburban/recreational and unusual buildings.  Take a look at what Wick Builders constructed in 2016! [Read more…]

Best Commercial Buildings of the Year: Our 2017 NFBA Building of the Year Submissions

January 24, 2017 by Bret Buelo Leave a Comment

Best Commercial Buildings of the Year: Our 2017 NFBA Building of the Year Submissions

Welcome to our second post on the Wick Buildings’ entries to the NFBA Building of the Year contest. This time we’re going to take a look at the top commercial buildings Wick Builders are constructing across the country.  Join us for a tour! [Read more…]

Best Agricultural Buildings of the Year: Our 2017 NFBA Building of the Year Submissions

January 10, 2017 by Bret Buelo Leave a Comment

Best Agricultural Buildings of the Year: Our 2017 NFBA Building of the Year Submissions
Every year the NFBA holds a Building of the Year contest. We’re showcasing our entries into the competition to give you an idea of different types of agricultural buildings people are constructing across the country.  Take a tour of some of the best ag facilities of 2016!
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Why Do Some Agricultural Buildings Fail To Withstand Inclement Weather?

November 11, 2016 by Bret Buelo Leave a Comment

Why Do Some Agricultural Buildings Fail To Withstand Inclement Weather?

Everyone wants their agricultural building to withstand inclement weather conditions. But many do fail, and it’s for a simple, but entirely avoidable, reason: They’re not professionally engineered. [Read more…]

23 Can’t-Miss Man Cave Ideas for Your Pole Barn

October 28, 2016 by Bret Buelo Leave a Comment

 

23 Can't-Miss Man Cave Ideas for Your Pole Barn

One of the greatest human inventions of all time is the cave. But not all of us are fortunate enough to have a damp hole we can crawl into — some of us have to build our man caves. If you’re in that boat, here is a list of 23 man cave ideas for your pole barn. [Read more…]

How Much Does it Cost to Build a Horse Barn?

October 5, 2016 by Bret Buelo Leave a Comment

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Whether you’re a novice or an experienced equestrian, at some point you’re going to ask, “How much does it cost to build a horse barn?” Answering that question requires understanding all the areas that influence the cost, and truly defining what kind of horse barn you want. [Read more…]

How to Avoid a Disastrous DIY Pole Barn Project

August 12, 2016 by Bret Buelo Leave a Comment

How to Avoid a Disastrous DIY Pole Barn Project

Part of the fun of any DIY project is learning new skills to complete a project. However, there is a point where you venture too far into the unknown and begin to cost yourself time, money and perhaps even your own personal safety. [Read more…]

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