Are you trying to bring your dream barn to life, but struggling with the limited budget you have to work within? We have good news for you – you can absolutely build a horse barn on a budget. Building a barn on a budget does require a little extra planning, though. These tips will help.

Determine What Is Absolutely Necessary

Before you start your barn building project, sit down and plan out exactly what you need to include in the barn. What is absolutely necessary for you to have? Four stalls? A wash stall? An indoor arena? By deciding on what you absolutely have to have, you can then begin to think about what other components you may be able to add on or will have to sacrifice in your barn. You may have to forego a heated wash stall in order to keep the large tack room that you want.

Make a list of the necessities, and prioritize this list. Having your exact requirements spelled out can help you to better plan out your barn when you’re on a budget.

Decide Which Features May Be a Worthwhile Investment

There are some features that, while a little more costly, can pay off in the long run. If you’re on the fence about whether to include particular features, then think about the advantages and potential financial return that they might lend in the future. For instance, it may be well worth the extra cost to invest in quality stalls when you initially build your barn. If you choose lower quality stalls, you may need to replace them entirely within a few years.

You’ll certainly be governed by your budget, but if you have a little wiggle room, then you might want to include features which could be a good long-term investment.

Design the Barn for Expansion Later On

Your current budget might not allow you to build the 10-stall horse barn of your dreams, but that doesn’t mean that your current barn can’t turn into that dream barn in the future. Maybe you have to settle for a 4-stall or a 6-stall barn at the moment because of your budget. However, if you anticipate that you ever might want to or be able to expand your barn, then it’s best to design the barn with that possible expansion in mind.

Allow for Unexpected Expenses

In every construction project you will encounter unexpected expenses, and barn building is no exception. As you budget your project, set aside extra funds so that you can cover those expenses if or when they arise.

Building a barn on a budget requires a little extra planning and excellent attention to detail and pricing. At Classic Equine Equipment, we would be happy to help you find the best components and solutions for your barn building project – please give us a call!

Original Source: Building a Barn on a Budget