When is it Time to Replace an old Colorado Horse Barn?
In Central Colorado, plenty of people have moved from the city into rural properties with old horse barns around Denver. They want more acreage. Some barns come with fencing and corrals, others look more like shacks. And these owners wonder, how long can we fix up? Are we putting good money into a bad investment? And when is the time to tear it down and build a brand-new Colorado horse barn?
When to Renew and How
Several factors come to play here. Each equestrian facility is unique. The goals of every owner differ from the goals and purposes of the equestrian down the road. Each has his own vision and his own budget. It cost money to build new, but it also costs a considerable amount to properly remodel a horse barn.
Good Bones or Withering Structure
At Sapphire Construction in Castle Rock, Colorado, our contractors, and experts can help you evaluate your old barn. We visit your site and give our suggestions and an honest assessment. For example, we can talk about a remodel, adding on, or using the personality of the old barn to add character to a new barn.
First, we would assess the bones, the structure inside the walls. We’ll find out if they are strong enough to add value for the long haul. We will find out what you like about the existing barn and what you would like to change, and if it is possible to make those changes.
Future Goals
We look at your plans and layout and discuss possibilities. As part of the discussion, we will find out your equestrian goals into the future. This will help us make better recommendations that accommodate your circumstance.
A few scenarios to make the point: If parents buy horses for their children and the children will be moving away, the wooden horse barn can make it through a few years. But if you plan to raise horses or own them for the long run, a new custom designed horse barn would better fit your goals.
And if you are a growing operation, consider having us inspect your older barn. Let us see if it is worth the time and money needed to preserve and repurpose. An older barn might work for storing hay or equipment. It could help with breeding. And your old horse barn might
add enough space to allow you to raise other farm animals.
Time to Build New Equestrian Buildings
Talk to Allen Randa at Sapphire Construction, Inc. in Castle Rock, Colorado. He will guide
you through the complete process. Planning, costing, design, building site permitting and
what you need to create your horse barn or indoor riding arena.
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