North Louisiana
Shreveport, Monroe, Ruston
Confirm local wind criteria, stormwater drainage, soil conditions, utility routes, and access for delivery and erection equipment.
Louisiana builder directory
Pole Barn & Post-Frame Builders in Louisiana
Compare 20 published builder profiles serving Louisiana for pole barns, workshops, garages, agricultural buildings, horse barns, barndominiums and other post-frame projects.
Listings include companies based in Louisiana and companies that report serving the state. Confirm your county, project type, current credentials and availability directly with the builder. Editorial guidance reviewed August 2026.
20
builders listed as serving Louisiana
4.6 / 5
average displayed rating across 17 rated listings
3 quotes
recommended for a scope-by-scope comparison
Compare pole barn builders serving Louisiana
Most post-frame builders can construct several building types. Open each profile, confirm the current service area, and ask for recent examples comparable to your exact project and scope.
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20 builders serving Louisiana
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1845 Barndominiums
Hallsville, TX
4.3(66)
1845 Barndominiums works with barndominiums and custom homes and residential construction from Hallsville, Texas.
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ADCO Metals
Carriere, MS
4.3(8)
ADCO Metals works with post-frame and pole-barn construction and agricultural and farm buildings from Carriere, Mississippi.
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Ark-La-Tex Shop Builders
Haughton, LA
4.7(56)
Ark-La-Tex Shop Builders works with post-frame and pole-barn construction and barndominiums from Haughton, Louisiana.
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B&J Metal Buildings, LLC
Baton Rouge, LA
4.8(19)
B&J Metal Buildings, LLC works with barndominiums and commercial buildings from Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
B
BryanMark Construction
Pittsburg, TX
4.4(23)
BryanMark Construction works with barndominiums and garages, workshops, and storage buildings from Pittsburg, Texas.
C
Christ Built Construction
Bossier City, LA
4.4(111)
Christ Built Construction works with post-frame and pole-barn construction and barndominiums from Bossier City, Louisiana.
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G&G Pole Barns
Kentwood, LA
G&G Pole Barns is an NFBA-member post-frame builder based in Kentwood Louisiana. They serve Louisiana.
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Gober Post Frame Buildings
Seminole, OK
3.2(70)
Gober Post Frame Buildings works with post-frame and pole-barn construction from Seminole, Oklahoma.
G
Greystone Construction Company
Bismarck, ND
Greystone Construction Company works with commercial buildings and garages, workshops, and storage buildings from Bismarck, North Dakota.
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Keen's Buildings
Live Oak, FL
4.8(132)
Keen's Buildings works with post-frame and pole-barn construction and agricultural and farm buildings from Live Oak, Florida.
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Mallett Buildings
Iowa, LA
4.6(486)
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Metal Structures Construction
Madisonville, LA
Metal Structures Construction works with post-frame and pole-barn construction and barndominiums from Madisonville, Louisiana.
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R K Wallace Construction, Inc
Jayess, MS
4(7)
R K Wallace Construction, Inc works with barndominiums and commercial buildings from Jayess, Mississippi.
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Ram Construction/ Discount Tubing
New Iberia, LA
4.8(5)
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Ranger Buildings
Lake Charles, LA
5(1)
Ranger Buildings works with post-frame and pole-barn construction and equestrian buildings from Lake Charles, Louisiana.
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Revival Timberworks, LLC
Rayne, LA
5(11)
Revival Timberworks, LLC works with garages, workshops, and storage buildings and timber-frame construction from Rayne, Louisiana.
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Rollins Construction LLC
Bude, MS
5(2)
Rollins Construction LLC works with post-frame and pole-barn construction and commercial buildings from Bude, Mississippi.
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SLPS
Lake Charles, LA
5(1)
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Southern Style Barns and Buildings
Lake Charles, LA
5(25)
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Walker Metals
Walker, LA
4.3(38)
Walker Metals works with post-frame and pole-barn construction and agricultural and farm buildings from Walker, Louisiana.
Buyer guide
How to find the right pole barn builder in Louisiana
The best fit is not automatically the closest company or the lowest headline price. Start with builders that serve your county and show relevant work, then compare responsibility for design, permits, site preparation, concrete, utilities, exclusions, schedule and warranty.
20
builders listed as serving Louisiana
Confirm the exact counties served and current scheduling directly with each company.
17
listings with displayed rating data
Ratings are a comparison signal, not a substitute for checking current credentials, recent references and comparable work.
Common specialties
Pole barns · Workshops · Garages · Agricultural buildings
Use the project filter above, then verify comparable completed work.
Louisiana regions and local planning questions
Statewide directories are only a starting point. Service radius, delivery distance, local design criteria, terrain, and permit routing can change across the state. Use these regions to narrow your first conversations, not as legal jurisdiction boundaries.
Central and Southwest Louisiana
Alexandria, Lake Charles
Confirm floodplain status, stormwater and drainage requirements, septic or sewer constraints, and all-weather site access.
South Louisiana
Baton Rouge, Lafayette, New Orleans area
Check mapped flood and wind exposure, drainage, corrosion-resistant material options, and any coastal approvals before final design.
Confirm before design is final
Permits and zoning in Louisiana
Louisiana combines statewide code requirements with local or state enforcement that can vary by jurisdiction and project type. Start with the city, county, town, borough, or state office serving the exact parcel, then confirm zoning, building, floodplain, septic, driveway, electrical, and other approvals that apply to the proposed use.
Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code CouncilCheck the contracting business
Contractor credentials in Louisiana
Louisiana licenses contractors for relevant classifications, scopes, or project values. Before signing, confirm the business name, current license status, classification, any monetary limit, insurance, and who will pull permits; also check local business or trade requirements.
Louisiana State Licensing Board for ContractorsThis is practical planning guidance, not a permit determination or legal advice. The authority serving the exact parcel controls the answer.
What to settle before requesting firm quotes
Builders can price more accurately when each one receives the same site facts and scope. Resolve these items early, or identify them as explicit allowances instead of letting bidders make different assumptions.
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Use and occupancy
Storage, agricultural, commercial and residential uses can follow different zoning and code paths.
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Parcel and setbacks
Confirm jurisdiction, zoning district, easements, setbacks, height limits and private covenants.
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Site and access
Plan grading, drainage, soils, delivery access, equipment staging and a durable building pad.
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Design criteria
Have the responsible designer confirm locally required wind, snow, seismic, frost and exposure criteria.
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Foundation and moisture
Compare post embedment or bracket details, uplift resistance, splash protection, vapor control and slab drainage.
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Utilities and approvals
Map electric, plumbing, HVAC, well, septic or sewer, driveway, floodplain and fire-access requirements.
Plan the complete project cost, not only the shell
A statewide per-square-foot promise is usually less useful than a complete scope. Post-frame bids can look far apart because one includes the slab, site work, engineering and doors while another prices only the erected shell.
Ask every bidder to label each category as included, excluded, allowance, owner-supplied or priced by another contractor. Then add a reasonable contingency for unresolved site conditions and selections.
| Scope group | Items to identify |
|---|---|
| Building shell | Posts, trusses, purlins, girts, roofing, siding, trim, fasteners and erection |
| Site and foundation | Survey, clearing, grading, excavation, stone, drainage, footings, brackets or embedded columns |
| Openings | Overhead doors, operators, service doors, windows, headers, framing and hardware |
| Interior performance | Condensation control, insulation, ventilation, liner panels, partitions and fire separation |
| Concrete and exterior work | Base, vapor retarder, reinforcement, slab, aprons, sidewalks and final grade |
| Professional and government costs | Surveying, engineering, permit fees, plan revisions, inspections and testing |
| Building systems | Electrical, plumbing, HVAC, fire protection, well, septic, sewer and utility service |
Free planning worksheet
Compare three Louisiana builder quotes on the same scope
A lower total is not a better deal if the site work, slab, engineering, doors, or permits are missing. Fill in the same project brief for every bidder, then record what each written proposal includes.
Questions to ask each Louisiana pole barn builder
Ask the same questions in the same order and request written answers inside the proposal or contract. Clear responsibility matters more than a polished sales presentation.
- 1.Which counties do you currently serve, and have you completed a similar project in this jurisdiction?
- 2.Who is responsible for zoning research, engineering, permits, revisions and inspection scheduling?
- 3.What locally required design criteria will the plans use, and who seals the plans when required?
- 4.Exactly what site preparation, stone, drainage, foundation and concrete work is included?
- 5.Which doors, windows, insulation, liner, ventilation and condensation-control details are included?
- 6.What is excluded, owner-supplied, an allowance, or dependent on an unknown site condition?
- 7.What deposit and progress payments are required, and how are change orders approved?
- 8.Who performs the work, what insurance applies, and can I contact recent comparable-project references?
- 9.What start window and completion assumptions are written into the agreement?
- 10.What workmanship and manufacturer warranties will I receive at closeout?
Frequently asked questions about building in Louisiana
How many pole barn builders serve Louisiana?
Post Frame Network currently lists 20 builders serving Louisiana. A listing can represent a company based in Louisiana or one that reports serving the state. Use each profile to confirm the counties served, project type, availability, and current credentials.
Do I need a permit for a pole barn in Louisiana?
Louisiana combines statewide code requirements with local or state enforcement that can vary by jurisdiction and project type. Start with the city, county, town, borough, or state office serving the exact parcel, then confirm zoning, building, floodplain, septic, driveway, electrical, and other approvals that apply to the proposed use. Treat any agricultural exemption as something to verify in writing; it may affect the building permit without removing zoning or separate trade and site approvals.
How much does a pole barn cost in Louisiana?
There is no reliable statewide price for a pole barn because the total changes with size, design loads, site work, access, concrete, doors, insulation, utilities, interior finish, permits, and what the quote excludes. Compare at least three written quotes against the same scope, then separate the building shell from site work, slab, utilities, and owner-supplied items.
How long does a pole barn or post-frame project take in Louisiana?
The field erection may be only one part of the schedule. Design decisions, engineering, permit review, site preparation, utility coordination, material lead times, inspections, weather, and interior work can add substantial time. Ask every builder for both an estimated start window and a written list of items that must be complete before the crew mobilizes.
Can I build a barndominium in Louisiana?
Possibly, but the answer is parcel-specific. Confirm that residential use is allowed, then verify setbacks, dwelling standards, utilities, septic or sewer, energy requirements, driveway access, fire access, and certificate-of-occupancy requirements before committing to a floor plan or shell contract. Private covenants can be more restrictive than public zoning.
How should I compare pole barn builders in Louisiana?
Compare documented experience with your project type, service area, license or registration status where applicable, insurance, engineering responsibility, permit responsibility, foundation and moisture details, exclusions, payment schedule, change-order process, warranty, and recent references. Use the quote-comparison worksheet on this page so each bidder prices the same scope.
Ready to compare builders serving Louisiana?
Return to the directory, filter by project type, open the strongest profiles and give each builder the same written project brief.