building process

Experience the difference of our unique building process

 

  • Precisely dug holes ranging from 36-48″ deep
  • LVL top plates for structures wider than 60 feet
  • Engineered trusses spanning from 12 to 80 feet
  • Optional vaulted scissor trusses
  • Variety of pitch options from 3/12 to 8/12
  • Attic trusses available for a second floor
  • Soffited overhangs measuring 12-36″

Building Materials

 

  • We are one of few barn builders that will pour concrete slabs and driveways so customers don’t have to worry about making their own concrete arrangements.
  • 5×5 or a 6×6 CCA treated posts or laminated columns 8’, 10’ or 12’ on center, 36” in the ground
  • 2×6 CCA bottom board is used for outside perimeter
  • Horizontal wall girts are 2×6 2’ on center
  • Top plates are double 2×8 – 30’ wide or narrower, 2×10 – 40’ wide, 2×12 – 40’/60’ one on either side of posts
  • Engineered trusses are 2×6 or 2×8 4’ – 5’ on center
  • Roof nailers are 2×4 2’ on center, Trusses and diagonal bracing are standard

Over 35 years of experience and expert craftsmanship

Check out what customers have been saying

about their experience with us!

D Cross Barn built us a great barn! They worked with us as we tried to figure out exactly what we wanted. They used quality materials, concrete slab looks great, completed the project in a timely manner, and as a plus the team is friendly and easy to communicate with.. 100% we would use them again! ~AW