Thursday, December 25, 2014

Practical Horse Barn Designs Alberta

By Stacey Burt


Over the past few years the western provinces have experienced tremendous population growth. No where is this more true than Alberta. The oil boom has made this province one of the most popular places to live in all of Canada. There are so many outstanding opportunities for both individuals and families.

Providing suitable housing for horses is always a challenge. Horse barn designs Alberta provide a number of excellent options. There are great plans for everything from a small one stall set up, to huge barns that house thirty to forty animals under one roof. All are put together with quality in mind.

One of the first things a new owner should think about is budget. They should think carefully about how much money they can comfortable spend on the new barns. There are many factors to consider such as site, drainage, roofing and functionality.

Feeding is something that really needs to be as time efficient as possible. There are some great ways to save time by having openings in the stall door or wall to feed the horses without having to open and close the doors. This allows one person to accomplish the feeding in a very short time. A centrally located feed room is also very important as a place to store and allocate the grain and supplements.

Building materials are also another important part of the building process. Most people choose wood as is it a readily available and versatile option. It is also relatively affordable and can be cut to size. This can save a lot of time in the construction phase. Having a contractor who is familiar with the needs of horses and their owners is another really key factor. They should spend time going over the plans carefully to make sure that nothing has been missed.

Today many people look for a good design on the internet. Usually all it takes is a quick search to produce more than enough results. There are plans put out by specific companies as well as those posted by individuals. Finding the best plan will take a little time and effort, but this will eventually yield the best long term results.

Talking with other owners is also a good idea. They can share their knowledge and tell others about which features they like best. This is very valuable for those on a tight budget. When every penny counts it is vital not to overspend on features that are not really necessary. It is better to put the money towards making the stalls bigger or adding more hay storage.

Spending plenty of time looking at all the options is vital. Many people also find it helpful to talk with other owners about which features are really worth adding and which are not. Some additional features look great on paper but may not really save any time in practice. Using the best quality materials available is also crucial. On going care and maintenance will add many years of life to the buildings and make them a valuable asset to the property.




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