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Top-Rated Barndominium builders in Crescent - Updated Nov 2026

T J Allmon Homes
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Find a Custom Home Builder

Serving Crescent, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Offers commercial services

"He managed the workload in such a way that made it stress-free for me. I changed up a couple things during the build and he adjusted with a great attitude and just kept making it happen exactly the way I had wanted it to be. The craftsmanship is exceptional. I would hire him for any building project I need in the future."
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Rustic Custom Contracting LLC
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Garage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Crescent, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Because of all the work my house needed i was convinced this would be a long and stressful process but I am shocked at how efficient these guys were! I’m a first home buyer and didn’t expect to make so many repairs so soon and my budget was not alot and I got so many outrageous estimates but these guys were fair on prices and did a great job I’m pleased to say the least! Thank you Rustic Refined Custom Contracting!"
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Barndominium Builders FAQs, answered by experts

You can use a variety of wood to build a barn door, but the most common options include 1-by boards and 2-by boards for the backing and the decorative boards on the front of the door. Softwoods like pine will save you some money and should hold up well, while hardwoods like maple and oak will stand up to more wear and tear. You could also build the backer out of plywood to minimize the cuts you need to make. Whatever you decide on, make sure the width of the wood is compatible with the mounting brackets you buy.

Yes, barndominiums are energy-efficient as long as insulation professionals properly install quality insulation, windows, and doors. Utility bills for barndo living can be up to 50% lower than those for a traditional home.  Make your barndo more energy efficient by working with contractors and HVAC professionals to strategically place windows, doors, and heating/cooling systems. 

Tiny houses, often called tiny homes, need between 100 to 400 square feet, with the most common size being between 200 and 300 square feet. Tiny houses more than 400 square feet venture into apartment-size dwellings and may be considered more of a traditional house than a tiny home. The number of occupants, desired lifestyle, and furniture will all be major factors that determine the desired tiny house size.

The timeline to build your barn will depend on the barn type and the company you hire. A pole barn may take six weeks or so, while a traditionally framed or steel-framed barn can take four months or longer. Building a barndominium takes the longest because you are essentially building a new home. You can expect barndominiums to take six months or longer to build.

It is recommended that you check with your local building official on barn building requirements and rules, since size restrictions vary greatly from region to region based on what your property is zoned for. Some cities limit barn construction depending on if your property is residential or commercial. The three main factors your building commission will evaluate are:

  • Height and lot coverage: How tall your barn is and how much of your total property it occupies

  • Setback: Distance between barn and property line

  • Easement: Legal right for another owner to access another’s property

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