Very Bright Pole Barn Lighting and Concrete Apron in Front. Cost of pole barn build so far.

I am going to install some very bright LED garage lights in the pole barn. They are a High Bay LED light, made by HyperLite. And with 21,000 Lumens of output, they are very bright. And the concrete contractors come back and pour concrete in front of the pole barn. The pole is really looking finished from the outside now. Then I will cover the cost of building the pole barn so far.
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[@jimputnam2044]

A lot of money but an investment for life, and the farm. Over the years you will be glad you have it.

[@JL_10acres]

Agreed great job and life investment

[@bradmiller1658]

NASA called, said they could see you. Looks awesome!

[@AllisChalmersMN]

Yes it’s a lot of money but it’s a lot of building. You’ll get so much use out of it and will be very handy to have.

[@hankfacer7098]

Evan it might appear to be expensive, but wow what an outcome. The building is magnificently large & well built. In an emergency it could be used for just about anything. Well done, thanks for the trip

[@SamFBM]

yes but still outrageous , there's always another way to do it

[@LMBrown3900]

@@SamFBM ...and there's always someone like you. Negative Nancy. Remember when Thumper's Mom said, "If you can't say something nice..."? Probably not.

[@vanmiles6979]

Look at the brand Big Ass Fan. They make the best garage fans.

[@FJB2020]

They are also Made in USA and not communist china like all other fans...

[@bige.3474]

We have six 20 footers at work. They are spectacular.

[@frrapp2366]

yes but they are 2 grand plus , he's already overbudget

[@fernandobrown7386]

I definitely agree big ass fans are great fans our factory has them

[@AfterTheRains]

Feeling your financial pain but look at your massive gain……..many years of working and hobbies in comfortable, bright surroundings.

[@letartcircuitrider118]

Evan an Rebecca, yes the price is high, but you put out a great channel, and I’m sure that you’re going to be blessed with the sacrifice. Remember how you got where you are now. God Bless and keep moving forward, Fantastic.

[@angusmacduff3471]

Like Senator Dirksen said: A hundred dollars here and a hundred there and it adds up to real money (I think he said million} - but you had to go to a thousand. It really came out beautiful - over the years you will appreciate the expense that you put into the planning and building of such a beautiful shop. All of us are jealous,

[@kingkong7617]

Get a large exhaust fan and install in the back of the barn, then when any window or door is open it will pull the hot air out and fresh air in and will be a lot cooler. Think about a night light on the front of the pole barn and one on the light pole you ran power from and that way you could see at night if you needed to. The lights look really bright and you did a good job of wiring everything.

[@jerrywoodlee2345]

When you're mounting your electrical boxes don't forget to allow for your drywall.

[@bluedog2004]

You can truly see the thought and planning going into creating your homestead. Everything is so well thought out and your homestead is so beautiful. Yes, it is a big investment, but you guys are still young and will have something to be proud of and enjoy during your retirement. Keep up the good work and thanks for allowing us to come along with you on your journey.

[@ratsbuggy]

This is the reason I never tallied up the cost of our pole building. We bought a farm with a bare interior Morton building this year. I finished off the space just like you, with spray foam and even the UFO lights. I also did blow in ceiling insulation and finished the walls with plywood 8' up with tin for the upper 5'. You and I are kings of bad timing for building supplies. Good luck, I enjoy the channel.

[@jayfromtexas6718]

We just got the floor stained and sealed in our new shop. The "heated space" is 40'x40' with a 26' awning on the front. Still have to wire and run compressed air. You've sold me on those lights! Our building has 12' side walls and the roof is on 5/12 pitch. Total for the building was $72000. A little over $27 bucks a foot, insulated. Hope this helps anyone planning a building. Note: When you spend that kind of money on concrete, sealing it is cheap! Oil on it would make ME throw up.

[@markb1487]

That price seems expensive to me Evan.. We put up a 75ftx45ft Galvanised steel framed building,this was a kit building. We prepared ALL the base, got it level etc etc.. Then paid £8000 for a contractors to put it up.. The kit building consisted of galvanised steel stantions, roofing sheets, Yorkshire boarding on all 4 sides, (8ft).The entire kit was £13500. The concrete floor, we had poured, but leveled it ourselves.. That was £6000.The concrete floor is also reinforced, and is 6 inches deep..Enjoyed this video.. 🚜🚜🚜🚜💯💯💯💯

[@TomBiggerstaff-gn1ws]

I dont know about you but sometimes I fell like I'm bleeding cash . It's just investments . Do it while your young cause it's to hard when you get old . Thanks for sharing

[@A--cf1rv]

Yup - I also went with Hyperlites - the 150W Hero series and boy, those puppies are bright and very nicely made. My barn on small - only 20' x 40' and I put up six lights. There are no dark corners and I am delighted.

[@CountryViewAcres]

Yes I have been happy with mine as well

[@dakotazx3]

Built my pole barn myself 4 years ago. I have $20k in a 36x40. No spray foam, but everything else the same. $90k is a lot of cash. Enjoy it!

[@bryanfunk4548]

Might want to check out Big Ass Fans…. The work great for shops like yours.

[@csnanny1882]

Evan,can’t do anything about the rain, but you are doing good. God bless and take this time to relax a little. If you can’t find anything to do ,you can always show us the animals. Lol Hi Rebecca,

[@ronaldlee2376]

Evan, in early 1984 i bought a Morton Pole Barn, 45/72 for $9300. Over time everything costs more. Glad i did not wait any longer as that was a lot of money at the time & yes i vomited too. Just be realistic, it is now a reality.....no longer a dream. Enjoy it.

[@g.josephthorpe7582]

Evan and Rebecca, look at it this way, would you rather sit in a room with $100,000 piled up around you, or out in that beautiful multi-purpose building doing what you love to do?

[@bay9876]

Chin up Evan. Once you use the space and farm for a few years, these money issues go away but the beautiful barn remains

[@johnmilner6463]

You are so refreshing to watch. No fake nonsense. Good,bad, can do ,can’t do. God Bless you have a beautiful property

[@tonygough8713]

Evan yes you spent a lot of money on your building but it should last forever and you will be using and enjoying it a lot. I built a 30 by 26 with a large lean to 2 years ago and use it and enjoy it almost every day. Thanks for all your great videos. God Bless

[@chaunceypullman3380]

Happy Father's Day Evan and to your Dad as well. God Bless!!!

[@FoardFow]

Thanks for sharing all the costs with the viewers, A lot of folks are very "funny" about talking about what things cost,

[@edadpops1709]

2 fans one in the gable end one pointed down . Most any commercial building uses this

[@raymondmysterious1555]

Pole barn looks GREAT! Thumbs up on this build......!!!!

[@davidpoole5729]

The colors you chose for your building are excellent. Just a great build.

[@dennisfahlstrom2515]

It was pricey but you’ll benefit from it the rest of your life …unless you move. The lighting was more costly than I expected but it’s efficient and bright. I think using that white or light gray epoxy floor paint would make the interior even brighter and it would also make clearing out the sawdust much easier but don’t use the sparkle stuff as it would reduce the slick surface you want to make cleanup easy. Keep up the fine work. Your videos are always interesting and well done. I’m 76 and have been doing wood projects for 50 plus years and I’ve learned several tricks from you. Count your blessings with having a good hard working wife. She’s sure a keeper.

[@BK245595]

Don't think of it as an expense, think of it as a major investment. Think of the value of what you have developed. Great job.😉❤

[@HiddenCreekHomestead]

Big bucks for sure BUT I must say.. 4k for a 24x54 pad is DIRT cheap. Glad its all coming together bro. Looks great.

[@stevengunter2843]

You better be good to her and thank her looks great !!

[@IntelestateNetwork]

Those LED Lights are a awesome investment and was a great decision. Congratulations.

[@JRattheranch]

Long term investment but in 5 years time, you'll look back and be really glad that you had the courage to swallow the cost today! 👌

[@michaelmilligan4965]

You deserve it sir!! You're a hard worker, enjoy it

[@WestCoastPrepperRN]

I just watched this video because I just had a steel building done and was looking for lighting ideas (you're the 4th person I've seen use these). I had to laugh when you told what the total spent was up to that point...I'm in Oregon (where everything is wayyyyy more expensive apparently). I just built a 24x70 steel building with 12ft walls...the excavation costs to prep the area and remove rocks from an old barn foundation from 1887 was $10,200, the concrete for a 24x70 slab with a rat ledge and 6" deep was $21,000, the steel building frame and sheeting was $41,500, the two 10x10 insulated R16 doors were $6700, the closed foam spray insulation is quoted for 3 inches on the ceiling and 2 inches on the walls for $10,000, and I haven't got the electrician bid or the cost for the power company to run the line to the mast on the shop yet...so, for a 1680 sq ft building, I'm right at $89,400!! So I COMPLETELY know what you meant about throwing up and being a little in shock! I had an $80,000 budget and that was including the fence we just had built for $10,000!! 273' of cedar fencing...sheesh - in Oregon - where we grow the damn wood!! It's ridiculous! My shop is costing me $850.00 a month for the next 10 years! When it's done, I'm going to be about $15,000 over budget! I feel your pain brother!! :)

[@josephbrown-ut9ty]

JudithB That is a lot, but over the years will make life so much easier!! Having the food prep area will really solve the irritations of getting meat processed.

[@pterrydactyl]

Your lights are dimmable if you add a dimmer switch according to the link info. You may never want to but with a dimmer switch you’d have the option to do so. Great homestead.

[@Muhammad_saw09]

Fuck

[@edwardnicoletti8438]

You just need a big leather sofa and a 85" big screen for football season! Don't forget the beer tap.

[@PurpleCollarLife]

That’s a great building. Yes it’s not cheap, but you’ll use it and appreciate it every day.

[@bettyechols6405]

Gorgeous!

[@michaelbobbiharris2587]

Looks awesome!!

[@markhudspeth8503]

Love it

[@roberthuckeby2825]

You designed a remarkable pole barn. It was expensive, but should last well over 100 years. It will probably be the thing you use for about everything and the expense will pay or itself. Enjoy it. BTW, the lighting looks great!!!!

[@georgelee7259]

Looks great

[@thecampdogsdad4937]

I like that barn. I like it a lot. You have one of the best channels on KZbin! Congratulations on your hard work and success!

[@billybrassel3814]

Takes money to make money. Beautiful building, you have something that most of us only dream about.

[@danielheartsill4269]

Later in the video I see yu have pull down cords. Good show and great lighting. As you get older you will need more light just to do what you do.

[@danne77sthlm]

Agreed, its a huge cost, but we have enjoyed the trip immensly with all the hard work you have been doing, and that we got to be to see this and also hear the costs and all We as you, will get to enjoy the fruit of your labour in the future and future videos, thanks a lot for everything! And the 5 dislikes must be from your wallet and your credit card ;)

[@jimcour291]

Great lighting system Evan!! Thanks for the tour and updates

[@Chris-jh3tg]

Love a bright shop! Looks great!

[@bikerdad63]

Evan I used to drive concrete truck. Definitely give it at least 7 days. Would be best to push as close to 21 though. I know the state when doing road work always did there test cylinders at 7 and 21 days. Looking great, gotta say I'm jealous over that shop.

[@ronaldlee2376]

Minimum of 14 days if not compacted

[@davidpoole5729]

Terrific building , great design. Enjoy.

[@jamessteffens8337]

Always enjoy your show.

[@bobjoncas2814]

..lookin' good, stay safe...

[@apaulothegreat1581]

Thank you for the video I enjoyed it

[@lanihaufarm-ahawaiianhomes6484]

Nicely done.

[@bryanlloyd1099]

Everything turned out very nice!!

[@meanwhilebackonthehobbyfarm]

Another quality video. Thanks for sharing.

[@jerrywoodlee2345]

Very nice lights

[@duncanraeside3290]

Looking good

[@jamesboris1233]

Look great

[@jameswalsh6678]

Smart guy!👍

[@streettdoc]

Love those lights. Many a cool bright nights coming your way doing those projects.

[@darrenmcintosh3137]

Evan you are without a doubt the most genuine bloke on KZbin. Luv the show hope everything including the hayfield starts to swing in your favour. Regards from Australia

[@saltan44]

Nice one

[@tracyknueven9375]

Love your transparency with the numbers.

[@darrinrentruc6614]

I'm jealous of your man cave !!

[@margaretpervier8357]

Love the way the lights install and they surely provide enough light. Y’all are going to get so much use out of this building😊

[@ronharrison1776]

dry nice . Happy for you.

[@141flyer]

Evan, well done! You deserve it.

[@thomasfelkel1388]

Nice shop layout

[@raymondmysterious1555]

Just a thought.....maybe installing a couple of exhaust fans in the gable area would help with the heat issue.....

[@danbrookshire5628]

Very nice pole barn

[@cindynewcomb7139]

I love the brown and black combo!

[@WorldsBestWatcher]

Roof turbines to help draw the hot air out.

[@evangelo13]

Enjoy the barn Evan! Greetings from Greece!

[@edwardnicoletti8438]

Congratulations! You have a really nice pole barn. I wish I had a shop like that. Man, what a man cave!!!

[@homeland2236]

You have my dream barn. Very nice.

[@joannak4640]

The pole barn looks fantastic!! Expensive but fantastic 😜 Very happy for you

[@challis5513]

That is a mighty fine barn. I would also be happy with it, esp The lighting.

[@saltydog8244]

WOW!!! What a garage. It’s perfect. So happy for you. God has truly blessed you with so much. Love the outside appearance. Country View Acres in a contrasting color would look amazing above the garage doors. Take care and God bless

[@deannaoverstreet4146]

It is really nice. And you have everything dried in and close to the house! So happy for you! God bless!

[@olddawgdreaming5715]

Great job Evan and Rebecca, you’ll all get so much joy from your garage/work shop/butcher shop/dog kennel and you will get to utilize each section by this time next year. It will be well worth it in your lifetime. Thanks for sharing with us, Fred. 🙏🏻🙏🏻👍👍👏🏻👏🏻👋👋

[@jimnaz5267]

that is what the cupola is for. not a decoration but a way to move hot air out of the attic area. you can cut through the roof, or drill a zillion holes and the cupola will go to work. no fan required. Just make sure you make the fittings waterproof

[@paulpete1000]

I just subscribed to your channel. Thank you for taking the time to video your barn/shop build, and also for sharing the real costs. We are in the planning stages of a 50x60 shop, we have the site prepped but are waiting on builders and other contractors on numbers.

[@Bex-rg8pj]

Great investment ✋

[@ericbarnes9303]

Light look good

[@Drew-gj1es]

Thanks for sharing the update and costs. Everything is looking amazing! And, congrats on passing 70k subscribers! You'll be passing 100k in no time.

[@GM-wr4nx]

Ok thanks!

[@bnewton5922]

It is staggering to hear the total cost. On the other side you have a multi use building. Large parking area, shop, meat processing area and dog kennel. Your going to get great use of this for years. Congratulations great project. I used those high bay UFO lights in a gym at a Church and everyone was impressed how well they performed. Good choice. Stay safe

[@T_157-40]

It’s worth it!

[@martybertrand5119]

I got the same high bay lights for my pole barn They are awesome

[@HillsideAcres]

Good morning Evan, Those lights look great! Those are the same ones we have been considering for out 192x70 building currently being worked on. I saw you mentioned sales tax, have you looked into filing for farm tax exemption? To my knowledge you would meet all criteria, could result in some major savings! Just a thought. -Richie

[@ruthkent7190]

You will enjoy for years to come. It's a beauty, inspires lots of great projects in future. Dreaming, planning big, doing it! Impressive...

[@DeanFamilyAcres]

Really appreciate you documenting and being willing to share actual costs. These are solid reasons why people should strongly consider what structures are existing on a property. I know we did when we purchased our place ~6 years ago. Cannot imagine building a house, shop, etc now. - One reason why we started our $1K barn build series / playlist.

[@RicardoFelippeFigueirachardao]

Meu sonho de consumo!

[@marylott3076]

Nice barn!🚜

[@PlanetMojo]

Different lights, but that's the same way I wired my lights - using outlets and hooks (I also used the lighting calculator and designed it for very bright as well!). That way as technology changes - and you know it will - it will be an easy upgrade in the future to swap the lights out. I put in LED High Bay's four years ago and they are very good, but but that technology is changing fast!