Insights from Sandstorm

A few things we’ve learned in 20-plus years of building shops, ag buildings, and engineered structures across the Prairies.


Why Most Prairie Shops Are Cold (And What to Do About It)

If you’ve spent a winter in a shop that won’t hold heat, you already know the problem. Here’s what we’ve learned about building shops that actually stay warm in February.

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What Size Shop Do You Actually Need? A Planning Guide

The most common regret we hear from shop owners isn’t about cost or build quality. It’s about size. Here’s how to size a shop for the next 30 years, not the next 3.

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Post Frame vs Stick Frame vs Engineered: Which One Is Right For Your Project?

Every builder says their type of frame is the best one. We build all three, so here’s an honest look at which one actually fits which job.

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