Howdy folks — Glen Blamstead here, reporting from Mora, where the coffee is strong, the philosophical mood has arrived uninvited, and my wife has already left the room because she knows what happens when I get that look on my face. I've been thinking about time. Not in a productive way. Not in a "let
Fire safety is often treated as an afterthought in post-frame construction—until something goes wrong. Pole buildings are durable, versatile, and efficient, but their unique structural characteristics create fire-related considerations that many owners never fully evaluate. From insulation and wiring to layout and heating equipment, small decisions can significantly influence risk. At Sherman Pole Buildings, fire
For many Minnesotans, the idea of building a new home arrives quietly — as a realization that the place you're living no longer fits the life you're living. Maybe you've outgrown your space, or you've finally found the land you've been waiting for, or you're simply ready for something built around your life rather than
Small problems in your pole building can quietly escalate into costly repairs if left unchecked. Recognizing these hidden costs early is crucial for homeowners and builders. This blog explores common pole barn issues and provides strategies to address them before they become significant financial burdens. Learn how to protect your investment and keep your pole
Howdy folks — Glenn Blamstead here, reporting from Mora, where the coffee is strong, the mud is seasonal, and I’ve been building pole barns for nearly fifty years but still occasionally look around a job site like I’m filling in for the real contractor. I have an inferiority complex. Not an impressive one. Not a
Howdy folks — Glenn Blamstead here, reporting from Mora, where the coffee's hot, the mornings are kind of warming up, and my understanding of when to keep my mouth shut remains an ongoing construction project with no clear completion date. I told my wife she was drawing her eyebrows too high. She looked surprised. I
Howdy folks — Glenn Blamstead here, still building pole barns, still drinking coffee that's never quite hot enough, and still trying to figure out why people do things just because everyone else is doing them. Today's topic comes from a phrase I've been thinking about for a while now, mostly because I've lived it more
There are two kinds of people in this world: those who have received an anonymous letter, and those who claim they haven’t but absolutely have. Because nobody forgets that moment. You see the envelope first. No return address. No helpful clues. Just your name, staring back at you like it knows something you don’t. It’s
Why Breakfast Foods and Pole Buildings Have More in Common Than You Think Howdy folks — Glenn Blamstead here, normally found hollerin’ at a stubborn post hole auger or negotiating with a stubborn goose at the Mora Farmers’ Market. Today, I’m takin’ a detour into culinary construction — that’s right, breakfast. Specifically: waffles. Because, let’s
A Completely Reliable Philosophy Brought to You by Someone Who Once Lost His Glasses While Wearing Them Howdy. Glenn Blamstead here. Or possibly not. Depends on the day, the lighting, and whether I’ve had enough coffee to remember my own name. Today’s topic is a phrase you’ve probably heard before, usually printed on a rustic
