chip_laugal
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I'd think the whole point of building the roof on the ground first would be to reduce costs, but
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What's the point in doing something that requires such specialized equipment when it's actually increasing the cost?
Still I like the concept. Maybe a DIY person could build their own barn this way, jack up each corner 6" at a time and gradually build a tower of 4x4's under each corner, and then build or stand up the walls underneat and attach... though IDK if the roof would get tweaked by getting lifted by corners successively.
It would greatly reduce injuries from falls if the roof is sitting on the ground. With medical costs these days, it could be a good savings on the back end. Also you could build on windy days without worrying about sheets flying away, or trusses swinging, then lift when the wind abates. You could get by with a Skid Steer instead of a Telehandler, this savings might pay for the fancy lifting tool. It was an interesting concept, I got to see it at the show.I'd think the whole point of building the roof on the ground first would be to reduce costs, but no
What's the point in doing something that requires such specialized equipment when it's actually increasing the cost?
As I said I think it's a great concept but builders won't use it if it actually costs more money.It would greatly reduce injuries from falls if the roof is sitting on the ground. With medical costs these days, it could be a good savings on the back end. Also you could build on windy days without worrying about sheets flying away, or trusses swinging, then lift when the wind abates. You could get by with a Skid Steer instead of a Telehandler, this savings might pay for the fancy lifting tool. It was an interesting concept, I got to see it at the show.