Barndominium Builders in New York: What to Know Before You Build

Barndominiums have gone from a rural curiosity to one of the most requested home styles we build. If you are comparing barndominium builders in New York, it helps to know there are two very different ways to get one: a metal building finished out on site, or a modular barndominium built in a factory and set on your foundation. We build the second kind, and this guide explains what that means for your budget, your timeline and your role in the project.

Here is a recent example close to home, a custom barndominium in Clarence, NY with pond views and a grand front porch.

What makes a modular barndominium different

A modular barndominium keeps the look people want, including the tall roofline, board and batten siding and a wide open main floor. The difference, however, is how it is built. The home is framed, insulated and finished in sections inside a factory, then delivered and set by crane. It is permanently attached to a foundation, so it is financed and appraised as real property, the same as a site-built house.

In addition, building indoors has practical advantages in New York. For example, weather does not stop production, materials stay dry and the site work can move ahead while the home is being built. Modular construction can use up to 30% more lumber than site-built construction, can be 2 to 3 times faster and often costs 20 to 40% less.

Barndominium floor plans we build

We offer five barndominium plans, and each one can also be customized:

• Hemlock Barndominium: 1,100 square feet, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath. A good fit for a first home, a guest house or a getaway.
• Blackwood Barndominium: about 1,250 square feet, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths on one level.
• Timberline Barndominium: 1,500 square feet, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. Our most viewed plan.
• Cedar Ridge Barndominium: 1,700 square feet, 4 bedrooms, 3 baths.
• Ironwood Barndominium: 3,100 square feet, 6 bedrooms, 3 baths on two stories.

You can also see them side by side on our barndominium floor plans page.

Where we work as barndominium builders in New York

We are based in the Buffalo area and build across New York State. Many of our barndominium buyers are in Western New York, in towns like Clarence, and we also work with homeowners in the Finger Lakes, the Hudson Valley and the Adirondacks. Barndominiums suit rural and lakeside lots well, so if you are still looking for property, read our guide to buying land before you make an offer.

Who does what: the Turnkey Together approach

This is the part that separates barndominium builders in New York. For instance, some sell you a shell and step away. Others, on the other hand, promise to handle everything and price it accordingly. Our Turnkey Together approach, however, sits between the two. In other words, we pair the factory-built home with personal guidance through design, planning and completion on site. You take an active role in coordinating local contractors for the foundation, utilities and finish work, and we guide you through each step so nothing is left to guesswork. The building process page lays out the stages.

Questions to ask barndominium builders in New York

• Is the home built to the New York State residential building code and set on a permanent foundation?
• What exactly is included in the price, and what will I need to arrange on site?
• Can I change the floor plan, and when are changes locked in?
• Can I see a finished home or tour the factory?
• How does financing work for this type of home?

Weighing a slab against a basement for your barndominium? Our guide to modular home foundation options compares them.

See pricing and plan your barndominium

If a barndominium is on your list, start with real numbers. Our modular home pricing page explains what goes into the cost, and you can request a free quote on any plan. You can also call (877) 290-1846 or visit us in Buffalo to talk it through.