Framing A Pole Barn Roof

If you ve wondered how to frame a lean to roof off a pole barn this video will show you how i did it.

Framing a pole barn roof.

Since many pole barns use conventional rafter framing any roof style can conceivably be used. Post frame pole barn construction. The four major types of roofs used for barns are gable hip shed and gambrel. First simply place the beams on the top of the posts and secure them using metal plates.

Pole frame construction is one of the most economical and simplest ways to build a barn a shelter or any other type of building. I cut rafters out of 2x8s frame this pole barn lean to addition. Post frame construction provides superior structural strength against mother nature including hurricanes floods and even earthquakes. Post frame construction uses posts for the foundation wall and roof support structure for pole barns or multi purpose pole buildings.

The simplest and the least expensive way to frame a barn is to use post frame construction. You can get ready made roof trusses for your pole barn. The reason for this is that the posts support and tie together the entire structure. Second create 10 inch notches at the top of the posts and set the beams into them.

Anchor roof trusses to the beams using metal plates. Post frame consists of upright pressure treated posts spaced 8 o c 2x8 p t. Armed with the proper tools and supplies you can frame a pole building in a matter of a day or two. Framing a pole building is a straightforward process that requires very little building experience.