Pole Barn Question for people that built/build pole barns

[irokcj5]

I built pole barn 8 years ago. HATE IT. Wished I had spent the extra money on all steel like my father in law. Doesn't seal well against critters because builder didn't use a z-flashing (and didn't tell me it was an option), always have dirt inside the building from ants at the corner posts (i paid extra for plastic post guards), and I'm always concerned about the wood posts and how I'll fix them if they go bad, and I have a water leak at a corner. If I had gone all steel, would not have any worries.

If you go with a pole barn, DO use the plastic post guards, DO install z-channel, DO ensure they slope the concrete at the doors so rain doesn't flood you building, DO NOT use the foil insulation, DO use the 6 inch batting, DO make sure they install your Man Door properly so it does't leak and ROT. DO NOT Pay in full until you make sure all of the above are done to your satisfaction. I would not use the builder that starts with an M on I-10 on the west side of Lafayette.