Pole Barn Foundations
Why You Need a Pole Barn Foundation Installer
If you have decided to build a pole barn, it is important to lay a foundation that is level and solid. Pole barn manufacturers and homeowners alike both like it better when a level foundation is laid before the pole barn project is built. After all, it creates a more seamless, easier workflow for the pole barn crew.
Fortunately, we are here to offer the foundation installation services you need. Our team of experts can install a gravel or concrete foundation for your pole barn, ensuring that it is level, stable, and able to support the weight of a pole barn.
With our assistance, you can ensure that your pole barn is built to last and meets all local building codes and regulations. So if you are ready to get started on your pole barn construction project, contact us today to learn more about our foundation installation services.
It’s much easier to build a pole barn on a level foundation. That way the homeowner doesn’t need to go back and add a foundation after the pole barn is installed. A gravel or concrete foundation are two excellent choices.
Types of Pole Barn Foundations We Install
At Site Prep, we offer a range of services to assist with building your pole barn. Our most popular option is the gravel foundation, which provides a sturdy and reliable base for your structure. We also offer a concrete foundation option for customers located within 200 miles of Lancaster, PA, and Farmville, VA, which is another excellent pole barn foundation choice. However, it’s important to note that this option is generally more expensive than the gravel foundation
Concrete Vs. Gravel Shed Foundation
You will want to choose your type of pole barn foundation largely based on your use for the pole barn. Gravel Pad Foundations (often with a concrete slab poured on top) are considered the better option, as they are more efficient, flexible, and simple. However, they are not considered a permanent foundation, and should not be used for buildings that are going to be finished out. Read our in-depth guide on pole barn foundations, tips, contractors, diy, and more. Or see a quick comparison of different types of pole-barn foundations.
Considerations
Here are some other things to keep in mind as you make your choice of our concrete and gravel foundations.
- Soil type and conditions
- Building regulations
- Climate conditions of your area
- Pole barn design and size
- Future use and expansion
- Expert consultation
Concrete & Gravel Comparison
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Pole Barn Gravel Foundation
Gravel Foundation Includes:
- A. Ground leveled with skid loader.
- B. Pressure-treated 4×6 perimeter w/rebar stakes to maintain stability.
- C. 4’’- 6” of 3/4″ clean drainage stone, leveled and compacted.
- D. Extra 12″ of stone on each side of structure for maximum drainage.
Where We Build Pole Barn Foundations
At Site Prep, we offer both gravel and concrete foundation services for pole barns in the Mid-Atlantic region, including Pennsylvania, Ohio, Virginia, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Delaware, Connecticut, and West Virginia. We provide concrete foundation services up to 200 miles from Lancaster, PA and Farmville, VA, and gravel foundation services in every state where we operate in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Reviews From Past Site Prep Projects
1000s of homeowners across the Mid-Atlantic United States have trusted us to install their foundations. Here’s feedback we received from several of them:
Great Work
A Company You Can Trust
I originally reached out to them through their website (www.siteprep.com) for a quote on a crushed stone pad for a storage shed in our backyard. To my surprise, within 16 hours, Ed had sent me a detailed PDF quote along with clear instructions on the next steps—how to schedule an appointment, secure a deposit, and even some links to videos showing their installation process.
When I called with a few additional questions, Ed was patient, knowledgeable, and more than willing to walk me through everything. Feeling confident in their professionalism, I submitted my deposit.
Soon after, Sam reached out to schedule the installation. He even had an opening the following week! (I was lucky to call toward the end of the off-season, but it still speaks volumes about their efficiency.) Since I was tied up with work, I opted for an appointment the following month. The next step was to receive a confirmation call from the foreman.
Then, disaster struck.
A series of intense rainstorms hit New York, causing flash floods in my area. The space we had marked off for the shed—and even parts of the shed itself—slid down an embankment at the back of our property. It was a complete mess. I was devastated and, unfortunately, had no choice but to cancel my appointment with Site Prep.
Feeling awful about the sudden cancellation, I left Sam a voicemail apologizing profusely for taking up their time. I let him know that if we were ever able to rebuild the area with a retaining wall, I would love to use their services in the future. Sam called me back almost immediately—not just to say he understood, but to work on processing a refund of my deposit.
Now, I can’t personally speak to their on-site work since we never made it to that stage (though if you check other reviews, you’ll see why I hired them in the first place!). But what I *can* speak to is the quality of the people behind the company. Despite being a business with a large service area, every single person I interacted with was professional, considerate, hardworking, and above all, honest.
It’s rare to find a company that embodies the phrase ‘salt of the earth’, but Site Prep absolutely does. Their communication, integrity, and commitment to customer service make trusting them an easy decision. If you’re considering working with them, I can say with full confidence that you’ll be in excellent hands.
Excellent customer service
She’d Prep
Very happy with the work done
Would recommend
What Happens If You Don't Have a Foundation For Your Pole Barn
If you do not build a foundation for your pole barn, over time, the soil's mobility can cause the columns to shift, leading to instability and potential structural damage. This can result in noticeable noise or movement within the pole barn's columns, and in severe cases, can even cause the pole barn to collapse. Therefore, it is crucial to build a strong and reliable foundation to ensure the safety and longevity of your pole barn.
