Pole Barn & Garage FAQs for Colorado Property Owners
Answers to Common Questions About Building in Southern Colorado
If you’re looking for a pole barn builder in Colorado who also designs custom garages, livestock shelters, RV storage buildings, and barndominiums, you’re in the right place.
VWC Construction serves Cañon City and communities across a roughly 200-mile radius, including Pueblo West, Trinidad, Westcliffe, La Junta, Aguilar, and Walsenburg. Below are answers to the most common questions we receive — written to help you understand the process and plan your project with confidence.
Permits, Engineering & Planning
Do you handle building permits in Colorado?
Yes. VWC Construction manages the full permitting process for county jurisdictions across Southern Colorado. This includes applications, plan submittals, revisions, and approvals.
Can you build at high elevations like Westcliffe or Saguache?
Yes. For higher-elevation builds, we adjust engineering, truss design, and materials to meet increased snow and wind load requirements common in mountain areas.
Do you provide engineered drawings?
Yes. Once your project scope is finalized, stamped engineered plans are typically completed within 12-15 business days and submitted promptly for permitting.
Is a soils report required?
Most county projects do not require a soils report. If one is requested or site conditions warrant it, we coordinate professional testing as needed.
Services & Service Area
What areas do you serve?
We typically build within a 200-mile radius of Cañon City, including:
Pueblo West, Fremont County, Las Animas County, Trinidad, Aguilar, Salida, La Junta, Walsenburg, Westcliffe, and surrounding rural areas.
What types of buildings do you build most often?
Our most common projects include:
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Detached garages and shop buildings
All buildings are custom-designed based on property needs and use.
Design, Materials & Features
Do you offer 3D renderings before construction?
Yes. We provide 3D renderings so you can review layout, door placement, window locations, and exterior colors before materials are ordered.
Can you match colors or complement an existing home?
Yes. We offer a wide range of metal colors and accent options to help your building blend seamlessly with your property.
What roofing and siding options are popular in Colorado?
Popular choices include charcoal gray, rustic red, and evergreen metal panels, often paired with wainscot or accent details.
Do you install insulated overhead doors and windows?
Yes. We install insulated overhead doors and energy-efficient vinyl windows sized to your building design.
Concrete, Site Prep & Construction
Do you handle site prep and dirt work?
Yes. Our team handles grading, compaction, and drainage to create a stable building pad — even on sloped or rural terrain.
Do you pour concrete slabs and aprons?
Yes. We provide concrete slabs, aprons, and related flatwork as part of our turnkey services.
How long does construction usually take?
Once permits and site prep are complete, most builds take approximately 7–10 working days on site, depending on size and complexity.
Cost, Financing & Timeline
How much does a pole barn cost in Colorado?
Pricing varies by size, features, concrete, insulation, and site conditions. Many turnkey pole barns range between $30–$55 per square foot. More info here.
Do you offer financing?
Yes. We partner with HFS Financial, a lender experienced with building loans. We can also work with local banks if preferred.
What does a turnkey package include?
A typical turnkey build includes:
Engineering, permits, site prep, concrete, framing, metal panels, doors, windows, and a final walk-through.
What is the typical lead time?
Standard lead time is 12-15 weeks after contract signing. Some rural counties may require additional time for permit review.
Custom Options & Special Uses
Can a garage be designed for RV storage?
Yes. We design RV garages with oversized doors and taller wall heights to accommodate motorhomes and trailers.
Can you add office space or loft storage?
Yes. Pole barns can be customized with framed office space, mezzanine lofts, or storage areas.
Can buildings be expanded later?
Often, yes. We evaluate the original design to determine how length or width expansions can be added in the future.
Working With VWC Construction
What warranty do you offer?
Every project includes a 5-year workmanship warranty.
Do you offer site visits?
Yes. We provide complimentary site visits within our service area to review access, drainage, and layout considerations.
Meet the Owner
Hi there — I’m Julian Garber, owner and hands-on lead at VWC Construction. Long before blueprints and building codes, I was a little Mennonite boy in the South holding boards steady for my dad, learning that careful craftsmanship and a promise kept are just good manners.
Since putting down roots in Colorado in 2016, I’ve carried that same no-nonsense work ethic across Southern Colorado, personally guiding projects from permits to final walk-through — so every client knows their investment is built with quality, integrity, and care.
