Select A Builder

Barn raising directed by a barn raising consultant Barn Builder, General contractor, or sub contractor Home owner do-it-yourself

Barn Raising Consultant:

Where do I look for one:	Word of mouth Yellow Pages Online search for a barn raising consultant
Things to consider:	Site preparation required Level of experience Availability Stage of structure completion requiring his services Fee  Travel expenses Who will provide liability insurance A rough estimate of a final completed cost. References Does he have experience with Uncle Howard’s Packages

Barn Builder, General Contractor, or sub contractor:
 

Where do I look for one:	Word of mouth Yellow pages Online search for barn raising contractor
Things to consider:	License and Bond Level of experience Recent references Stage of structure completion requiring his services Travel expenses (if any) Equipment expenses Bottom line price At what stages will payments be made Will there be a contingency hold back before final inspection Will the general do the work himself or use subcontractors Are the subcontractors to be used experienced with barns Does the contractor have experience with Uncle Howard’s Packages Who will obtain permits Approximately how long do permits take How long after obtaining permits will the assembly begin How long will the assembly take Will weather affect the time schedule Who handles site preparation Other expenses (sanican, etc.)
Have you considered:	Views – what do you want to see and what can you hide with careful placement of the building and accessories Effect on your neighbors' view Drainage Driveways Trees Fencing Electrical and plumbing supply routes Concrete floor locations Paint and gutters

Homeowner Do It Yourself:
 

Things to consider:

Quality of assembly information Level of experience available Tools required – Uncle Howard’s provides a general list of tools commonly used to assemble the packages. Check local retail and rental stores in your area Tool and equipment rental cost Services you might have sub-contractors provide Who else is available and how will they be insured