How to Mark Post Locations Before Building a Pole Barn

When you're planning the construction of your pole barn, one of the first steps is determining the size and scope of the building. You also need to set the location of the pole barn. When you have the location planned, it is then time to mark the post locations for your pole barn. Does this Spark an idea?

Instructions

    • 1

      Gather your blueprints or notes for constructing the pole barn. Have marking flags ready to mark your pole locations.

    • 2

      Determine the exactly location in your backyard where you want to build the pole barn. You should be standing at the exact spot where the pole barn should be constructed. Look to make sure the spot allows for ample room for other buildings and driveways on your property.

    • 3

      Put the first marking flag in the ground at the first corner where you will place the first post. Determining this spot is perhaps the most important part of marking your post locations.

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      Measure out the distance to the next pole location with a tape measure or measuring wheel. Place the next marker in the ground at that location.

    • 5

      Continue measuring and marking your post locations while using your notes or blueprints.

    • 6

      Compare your post markers with your notes when you are finished marking every post. You want this step to be completely correct.

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