019 30x48x12 agricultural pole barn
A tractor, a truck and a trailer rig, and room for hay and equipment without playing Tetris every time you back something in. That is the size of building this is. 019 30x48x12 runs 1,440 square feet on the main footprint, with 12-foot walls and two oversized 12×12 sliding doors that pull tall and wide equipment in without scraping. It reads as a farm pole barn from the road, not a Homeowner’s shed. The point is a real working space sized to real working machines.
Searching for pole barn builders near me? You’ve just found the best. Pioneer Pole Buildings is the trusted name in post-frame construction across the Mid-Atlantic. Our team delivers high-quality craftsmanship, tailored customization, and dependable service on every project.
Why Choose Pioneer?
Pole Buildings, such as the one you’re looking at, provide exceptional versatility and value. Here’s why this structure stands out for homeowners in the mid-Atlantic:
- Cost-Effective Construction: Post-frame buildings require fewer materials than traditional methods, lowering costs while still maintaining strong structural integrity.
- Quick Installation: With Pioneer’s streamlined process, your garage can be completed in weeks, not months.
- Durability for Weather: The 28-gauge Frontier Panel siding and roof, backed by a 50-year warranty, stands strong against snow, wind, and rain.
- Flexible Interior Layout: From parking to a home workshop, the ceiling height and open floor plan adapt to your needs.
- Low Maintenance: Metal materials require minimal upkeep, saving you time and money long term.
Looking to personalize your structure? We make it easy to explore a wide range of Options and Customizations, including 18 Color Selections, premium upgrades, and add-ons that reflect your goals.
Explore Building 019 30x48x12 farm pole barn
The single photo catches 019 30x48x12 from the front corner, red siding standing tall against the beige roof. The 12-foot walls give the building presence, and the bright white trim outlines every edge cleanly. Two 12×12 split-slider doors anchor the long wall, matched to the siding in red so the openings read as part of the elevation rather than competing with it. It reads as a 30×48 barn built from the drive.
What the angle shows well is the daylight strategy. The 96 feet of 2-foot sidelights run along both eaves, top of the wall, just under the soffit, pulling natural light deep into the building without putting glass at ground level where it can take a hit. The 4/12 roof sits even across the 30-foot span, one-foot overhangs cast a thin shadow on every side, and the white vinyl soffit traces the eave. This is a red pole barn with sliding doors, caught as a single exterior shot.
Whether you’re planning a personal garage, backyard workshop, or something more specialized, this Pole Post Frame Building offers a smart foundation for inspiration. You can also explore even more real builds in our full Project Gallery to see what’s possible with Pioneer.
Personalize Your Agricultural barn built with Pioneer
At Pioneer, customization is at the heart of every project. This Pole Barn Build offers a strong foundation, but you can make it your own with a range of options:
- Color Choices: Select from 18 Colors for siding, roofing, and trim that complement the aesthetic of your home or property.
- Door Upgrades: Add larger overhead doors, glass panels, or automatic openers with smart home compatibility for convenience.
- Insulation Packages: Upgrade to premium insulation for year-round comfort, ideal for workshops or climate-controlled storage.
- Interior Features: Incorporate shelving, lofts, or partition walls to maximize usability and functionality.
- Exterior Add-Ons: Add skylights, cupolas, or extended overhangs for enhanced style and functionality.
Visit our Building Visualizer page to design your own Post Frame Building that perfectly fits your vision and needs.
Building Specifications
The 12-foot walls and oversized doors are what shape this build, and 019 30x48x12 is framed on 3-ply 2×6 glu-laminated poles set 8 feet on center. The trusses are 30-foot standard, 4 feet on center, at a 4/12 pitch, engineered for snow load by code. Siding is 28-gauge Frontier Panel and roofing is 27-gauge Frontier Panel, both with a 50-year warranty. The footprint is 30 Feet Wide x 48 Feet Long x 12 Feet 0 Inches High.
Openings are two 12×12 non-insulated split-slider doors and a 3068 6-panel fiberglass entry door. One-foot overhangs wrap the gables and eaves, finished with vinyl soffit. The standout detail is 96 feet of 2-foot sidelights running along both eaves, set high on the wall to bring daylight in without sacrificing structure. No windows on the main walls, no lean-to, and no gutter package on this build.
Project Details:
- Building Type: Agricultural Pole Barn
- Job Type: Residential
- Building Size: 30’ W x 48’ L x 12’ H
Building Colors:
- Siding Color: Red
- Roof Color: Beige
- Trim Color: Brite White
- Split-Slider Door Color: Red
- Entry Door Color: White
- Soffit Color: White
Construction Features:
- Siding: 28-gauge Frontier Panel (50-Year Warranty)
- Roofing: 27-gauge Frontier Panel (50-Year Warranty)
- Poles: 3 ply 2 x 6 glu-laminated, poles 8′ on center
- Trusses: 30′ Standard Trusses, 4′ on center, 4/12 pitch, snow load by code and design
Openings & Access:
- ( 2 ) 12’ x 12’ Non-Insulated Split-Slider Doors
- ( 1 ) 3068 6-Panel Entry Door
Overhang Details:
- Eaves 1: OH 1′
- Eaves 2: OH 1′
- Gables 1: OH 1′
- Gables 2: OH 1′
- Soffit Material: Vinyl
Additional Features:
- 96’ of 2’ Sidelights on Both Eaves
Types of Buildings We Construct
Inspired by this build? Pioneer specializes in post-frame construction for nearly every application:
- Agricultural Pole Barns: Designed for livestock, equipment, and storage
- Residential Pole Garages: Like this featured build, perfect for everyday use
- Commercial Pole Buildings: Scalable layouts for growing businesses
- Event Barns & Pavilions: Seasonal venues for weddings or gatherings
- Recreational Buildings: Cabins, gyms, and creative hobby spaces
- Equestrian Barns: Functional, horse-ready layouts
- Specialty Pole Barns: One-of-a-kind designs built to fit your property
- Barndominiums: Rustic-meets-modern homes with efficient layouts
We proudly serve customers throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Delaware, Maryland, West Virginia, and Virginia, providing reliable, locally tailored service from the ground up.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is a 30×48 pole barn?
A 30×48 pole barn gives you 1,440 square feet under one roof. 019 30x48x12 pairs that with 12-foot walls and two 12×12 split-slider doors, sized for tractors and trailered equipment.
Why 12-foot walls on a barn?
Taller walls give you door clearance for tall equipment and overhead room for hay or stacked storage. 019 30x48x12 uses two 12×12 sliding doors that standard 10-foot walls cannot accommodate.
How are agricultural pole barns priced?
Agricultural pole barn cost depends on size, options, and location. Pioneer prices each build off actual scope. Project 019 includes 12-foot walls, two oversized split-sliders, and 96 feet of sidelights.
How do pole barns handle snow?
The trusses are engineered for snow load by code, sized to the span. 019 30x48x12 uses 30-foot standard trusses at a 4/12 pitch, set 4 feet on center.
Pricing & Financing Options
Most owners pricing a 30×48 barn build are doing the math on the big pieces first. The 12-foot walls add real material over a 10-foot build, more siding, longer poles, and taller trim. The two 12×12 split-slider doors are oversized openings, each a separate line on the build sheet, and the 96 feet of 2-foot sidelights running both eaves are real glazing, not standard panel. A farm pole barn with this height and door package costs more than a stripped 30×48 shell, and less than one loaded with a lean-to, cupola, or finished interior.
Pioneer prices every build off the actual scope, not a flat per-square-foot rate, so the quote matches what you actually choose. An agricultural barn built, with Pioneer reflects the options you pick, which is why 019 30x48x12 lands where it does, and a plain 30×48 with shorter walls would not. The decision to make before you call: settle your wall height and door sizes, because those move the number more than the square footage does.
We also offer flexible Financing Options so you can get started without compromising on design or quality.
Call us at 1-888-448-2505 Ext. 136 or Request Your Free Quote today to take the next step.
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Final Thought
A build like 019 30x48x12 isn’t right for everyone. If you only need to park a couple of vehicles and close a door, the 12-foot walls and oversized sliders are paying for clearance you won’t use. But for an owner with a tractor, a trailered rig, hay storage, or anything else that doesn’t fit a standard garage opening, those three extra feet of wall and three extra feet of door change what you can actually pull inside. Most buyers who land here already know what’s been getting left in the rain.
Pioneer has built more than 30,000 post-frame buildings since 1998, across seven states. An agricultural barn build with Pioneer gets trusses sized to local snow load and a 50-year warranty on the panel. A farm pole barn should outlast the equipment you put inside it.
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