Modular Horse Barns Vs Horse Barns Built On Site

on Aug 19 in Buying Guides

Horse barns built on site are generally a little bit more expensive when comparing with modular barns and prefabricated barns, but the biggest advantage of a barn built completely on site, is the ability to have it built any size, any height and almost with unlimited options.

Unlike a modular barn, a horse barn built on site can have 12′ or even higher walls, that are so much needed for large 17-18 hand horses.  The modular barn is definitely more affordable and is a great option for any horse owner that has a smaller budget and good site access.  The disadvantage of a modular barn, is a requirement of a good site access in order to bring oversize modular barn sections.  On the other hand, a barn built completely on site only requires a limited access to bring lumber and perhaps a skid loader.  The other difference is the time spent on site.  A normal 36′x36′ modular barn will take 1 week to complete on site (after delivery of sections).  The same barn built completely on site, will require at least 3 weeks to build.

So, which barn is better, a modular barn or on-site stick built barn?  The answer to this question really depends on different aspects, such as site access, budget and height requirements.  If you have a good site access, can get a way with lower walls and are tight on budget, by all means, go ahead with a modular barn.  If 12′ walls are required, or no good access is available your only choice is the barn built on site.

As for quality of construction, that you have to see and compare for yourself.  You’ll find some quality built modular barns and poorly built modular barns, but, same can be said about any barn built on-site.  So, the only thing I’ll say – IF YOU CARE THAN COMPARE!