Ridge_Runner Posted October 21, 2016 Share Posted October 21, 2016 There is a current thread going about post frame buildings. I just yesterday picked up a client who wants basically the same thing that OP did. I didn't want to hijack that thread so I started a new one. The client and I are in disagreement (so what's new about that?) about the way the columns (6x6 PT southern yellow pine) are installed at grade. He wants to just dig hole, put them in, and 'fill-er up with dirt'! In our non-code area, the frost line is only 12" and the "good-old boy way" it's usually done is fill the hole with concrete after the post is set. I prefer to use a pier form like Bigfoot or similar with a Simpson column base. How do you guys who design-build pole barns normally install the columns? This project will be a utility building so more budget conscious. Thanks, Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnny Posted October 21, 2016 Share Posted October 21, 2016 For a utility building i would have no problem doing it the way the client wants - that is a common method for that type of structure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShaneK Posted October 22, 2016 Share Posted October 22, 2016 No way, concrete pad unless soil compaction is close to concrete. You can buy concrete pre-cast "cookies" to use as post pad or footing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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