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Pole Barn Kit FAQ

Answers about kit contents, estimates and quotes, delivery, permits, engineered plans, and where Heritage delivers.

Pricing and quotes

How quickly do I get a price?

You get a preliminary budget estimate as soon as you submit the design. A specialist reviews it and sends a detailed quote within about 2 business days.

Is the estimate the final number?

No. It is a budget figure. Final pricing depends on your location, local codes, and snow and wind load requirements.

What does a kit typically cost?

Most kits fall between $20,000 and $60,000 or more. Garage and storage buildings run from $20,000 to $75,000 or more depending on size, doors, and finishes.

Materials and components

Is 28 gauge steel better than 29 gauge?

The actual thickness difference between typical 28 and 29 gauge panels is extremely small, about 0.0005 inch, barely the thickness of a sheet of paper. Steel grade, protective coating, paint system, and panel profile have a far greater impact on weather resistance and service life. Our standard panels are premium 29 gauge steel with a minimum Grade 80 yield strength, an AZ50 Galvalume coating, and a CERAM-A-STAR paint system backed by a 40 year paint warranty. 26 gauge is available for customers who want a heavier panel.

Do I get a detailed materials list?

Yes. Every building package comes with a detailed materials list at contract, and your written quote lists exactly what ships, down to the trim and fasteners.

Can I supply my own windows or garage doors?

Yes. Kits can include CHI overhead doors and Pella vinyl windows, or you can source them locally with your own installer. The plans are drawn either way so the openings are framed correctly.

What is included

What comes in the kit?

Engineered plans for your configuration, laminated columns, trusses and framing, steel roofing and siding, trim, and fasteners. Your quote lists exactly what ships.

Is concrete included?

No. Concrete slabs are poured locally. Tell your sales rep if you are pouring a slab so the plans match the foundation.

Do you provide stamped plans?

Basic generic assembly drawings are emailed after payment. Site specific permitting plans can be provided for an additional fee, starting at $2,775 per job. Many localities require site specific plans for a permit.

What warranty comes with the kit?

Coverage comes from the individual components in the kit, so each part carries the manufacturer term for that product. That includes a 40 year metal warranty and a 50 year laminated column warranty. Terms are listed on your written quote.

Delivery and building

Where do you deliver?

Heritage is based in Virginia and delivers building kits throughout Virginia and the surrounding region. We also deliver to other areas on request. Contact us to see if we can ship a kit to your location.

How long does delivery take?

Most kits ship in approximately three weeks from the time your order is placed when engineered drawings are not required. However, delivery timelines can vary depending on the design, size and type of trusses, whether engineered drawings are required, material availability, and current production schedules. Truss manufacturing schedules can have a significant impact on the overall timeframe, particularly during busy times of the year. Your Building Specialist will provide an estimated schedule with your quote and keep you informed of any factors that may affect the expected ship date.

How does delivery arrive?

Normally by semi with a 53 foot trailer and a Moffett forklift, so the site needs room for that truck. Straight truck delivery is available by request at additional cost.

Do you build it for me?

Heritage supplies the kit. In Central Virginia and surrounding areas we can refer you to Fundamental Builders at 540-234-8026. Fundamental Builders is an independent contractor, not a Heritage crew. Pricing and scheduling are arranged directly with them. We also support customers who build it themselves.

Do I need a permit?

Most localities require one. Check setbacks, permits, and load requirements with your county before finalizing the design.

Doors, windows, and options

What size overhead door should I choose?

The right overhead door size depends on what you plan to park or use inside the building. A 9-foot-wide by 8-foot-tall door is a common size for passenger vehicles and smaller trucks, while larger vehicles, trailers, and equipment may require a wider or taller opening. We recommend sizing your doors for what you expect to use the building for in the future, not just what you own today. When planning the building, allow a minimum of 12 to 15 inches of wall space above the door opening for the header and overhead door track system. Specific clearance requirements can vary depending on the door and track system selected.

Can doors and windows be left out of the package?

Yes. CHI overhead doors and Pella windows can be removed from the package on request if you would rather buy locally. We still frame and draw the openings to your sizes.

What upgrades are available?

26 gauge steel, cupolas, specialty trim, wainscot and two tone color schemes, lean-tos and porches, taller walls, and insulation packages. ThermaGuard under the roof steel is recommended at a minimum to control condensation.

Utilities, finishing, and financing

Does the kit include electrical, plumbing, or HVAC?

No. Heritage supplies the building kit. Electrical, plumbing, septic, HVAC, and climate control are handled by licensed local professionals after the shell is up.

Can I put a bathroom or an office inside?

Yes. Many customers frame an office or bathroom inside the building. The kit does not include the plumbing, fixtures, or interior finish, so plan that work with local trades and tell your specialist so the layout allows for it.

Can I live in it?

Living quarters are a zoning and code question in your locality, not a kit question. Check with your county first, since residential use usually changes the permitting and engineering requirements.

How is a kit financed?

Many customers use a construction loan or an owner builder loan through their own bank, and project budgets commonly run from about $20,000 to $120,000 or more depending on size and finish. Ask your specialist when you request your estimate.

Good to know

  • Engineering services and stamped plans are available for an additional fee. Site specific permitting plans start at $2,775 per job.
  • Concrete slabs are not part of the kit. Tell your sales rep if you are pouring a slab so the plans match.
  • Delivery normally arrives by semi with a 53 foot trailer and a Moffett forklift, so the site needs room for that truck. Straight truck delivery is available by request at additional cost.
  • Heritage supplies the building kit. Electrical, plumbing, septic, HVAC, and interior finish work are not in our scope of work or supply. These items would need to be supplied and installed by your local professional.

Ready for a free estimate?

Design your building and get a preliminary budget figure now. A detailed quote follows within about 2 business days.