Post-frame excellence
Pole Barn Construction
Custom pole barn construction across Minnesota — competitive pricing, builds twice as fast, fully licensed and insured.
One licensed crew in Minnesota
Custom pole barn construction across Minnesota — competitive pricing, builds twice as fast, fully licensed and insured.
Built for Minnesota
Orton Companies is a pole barn construction company based in Big Lake, Minnesota. We deliver site prep, footings, framing, metal panels, roofing, and doors for shops, storage, agricultural, and custom residential buildings across the state.
- Turnkey post-frame builds
- Competitive pricing
- Builds twice as fast
- Fully licensed and insured
The Process
01
The Vision
Size, doors, finishes, and site layout locked before the first post goes in.
02
The Foundation
Concrete and post bases set for Minnesota frost and load conditions.
03
The Framework
Columns, trusses, and bracing raised true and locked into place.
04
The Finish
Metal, trim, and doors finished for a building that looks as strong as it is.
On the jobsite
Pole barn construction, step by step
Photos from real Orton builds — site prep through framing and roof work across Minnesota.
Questions people ask
What size pole barns do you build in Minnesota?
We build custom sizes for shops, storage, agricultural use, and custom residential buildings. Tell us your use case and we size the structure accordingly.
Do you handle site prep for pole barn construction?
Yes. Our builds include the groundwork required for a clean, level pad and proper drainage as part of a complete construction package.
Where is Orton Companies based?
Orton Companies is a pole barn construction company based in Big Lake, Minnesota. We take projects across the state.
How long does a custom pole barn take to build?
Timelines vary by size, finishes, and permitting, but most projects move from locked design to finished shell on a clear schedule we share before groundbreaking.
How much does a pole barn cost in Minnesota?
Cost depends on footprint, doors, insulation, finishes, and site conditions. Contact Orton Companies with your size and use and we will follow up with a free estimate.
Do you build only in Big Lake?
No. We are based in Big Lake and build pole barns across Minnesota.
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