Some of the best tips for insulating a pole barn are to minimize the area that requires insulating. By blocking off the rafter area with a dropped ceiling, insulating a pole barn can be accomplished with much less material. This will also create a smaller space to heat, making it much more cost-effective. Another tip when insulating a pole barn is to use foam board insulation against the tin outer walls. This will help act as a moisture barrier and will not damage any subsequent fiberglass insulation that may be installed on the exterior walls.

A pole barn is a very useful building, however, it typically does not posses many insulating properties on its own. A pole barn is usually made of thin tin sheets that are nailed to a wooden structure, and they allow wind to blow through and cold and heat to completely breach the building walls. In an effort to best winterize a structure, many owners begin by using a spray-on product to insulate a pole barn. The spray-on material is applied to the inside of the outer walls, then a fiberglass product is used to cover this material. The spray-on material effectively covers and fills any holes or open seams in the outer walls of the building.

A tip that will save money when heating is to cover the fiberglass or foam insulation with a poly barrier when insulating a pole barn. This plastic sheeting will prevent any air from exiting the walls and entering the interior of the building. The plastic is also a barrier for the fiberglass strands and will work to prevent the strands from becoming an irritant to any occupants of the structure. The plastic, like the fiberglass product, is fragile and will benefit from a protective layer when insulating a pole barn.

One of the most helpful tips when insulating a pole barn is to protect the insulation from damage. When insulating a pole barn to be used to house livestock, it is wise to cover the lower portions of wall with a durable, protective sheeting, such as plywood. This will save the insulation from being pulled loose by animals as they make contact with the wall areas of the barn. Often, animals such as cows and horses become fascinated with loose material and will refuse to leave it alone until it is completely torn free of its location. This single tip can save not only money, but many hours of repeat installation of the product.