OUR DREAM IS TO HELP YOU BUILD YOURS
BOOK AN APPOINTMENTWELCOME TO THE BARNDO COMPANY
We have been a family owned and operated business for 40 years. In 2022 I decided I wanted to take over my uncle’s construction business. My partner, Ross Beckman, and I established Schwab Builders LLC in 2022. In 2024, we established the trade name The Barndo Company as our business was evolving more into the residential market. As we began to grow my uncle’s business, we decided we wanted to expand to Putnam County, Ohio as Ross is from Ottawa, OH. God always has a plan and when your eyes are open enough it’s just amazing to watch all the pieces fall into place.
As a result, in 2024 we opened a secondary location at The Dumont on 202 W. Main Street in Ottawa. Our office is located on the 2nd floor suite 204. Ottawa and Putnam County have been amazing in helping my dream come true of continuing my uncle’s business into the next generation. It’s “Our DREAM to help you build YOUR dream”!
Much Love,
Nicole & Ross
40 +
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
BUILT ON TRUST, PROVEN
OUR MISSION
Build meaningful relationships and superior post frame craftsmanship that endures the test of time.
OUR VISION
Our Dream is to help customers build their dream, foster community, and create an impact on improving quality of life by bridging gaps in housing across the entire life span in every socioeconomic status.
AUTHORIZED INDEPENDENT BUILDER OF WICK BUILDINGS
OUR PROCESS
1- CONSULTATION CALL
The first step in the process is to schedule a 30-minute consultation call with Nicole. During this call, we will review your current stage in the building process. Whether you are just starting to gather information or have purchased land and secured financing, Nicole will review the completed survey with you and help develop a plan for the next steps.
2- DESIGN CONSULTATION
During the design consultation, we begin by discussing any floor plans you may like or your list of essential features for your home. We will then sketch these ideas on graph paper and enter the initial design into our 3D program to provide an estimated cost. We will discuss how these designs fit within your budget and financial approval. The design process may involve several in-person meetings at the Ottawa office and, if preferred, an appointment with a recommended architect to design the interior of your home.
3- FINAL DESIGN AND BUILDING CONTRACT
The final meeting involves reviewing the design in detail as we prepare to submit the project to our Wick Buildings partners. At this time, a building contract will be signed with The Barndo Company, along with a 50% down payment. This submission allows us to assign the project to an engineer who will ensure the building meets the Revised Code for your state. Once submitted, it could take 6-12 weeks for the building to be delivered.
FINANCING PARTNERS
Building your dream barndominium is more affordable than ever with financing options through our trusted partners. Whether you're looking for flexible payment plans or competitive rates, we can help you find the right solution to fit your budget. Contact our partners today to explore financing options and take the next step toward your custom-built barndominium!
MATT GRAY
Residential Lending Agent
NMLS #499868
mgray@agcredit.net
(800) 837-3678
Owning your own home has been part of the American dream for years. We can help make it happen.
JAY SIEFKER
Loan Officer/ Branch Manager
NMLS #1095651
419-523-3013
Our purpose is to become “the bank of choice” in the communities we serve.
THE WICK ADVANTAGE
EXCEPTIONAL ENGINEERING
Wick’s Licensed Professional Engineers (PE) stay current with the latest codes and building technologies. Using those standards, Wick’s trained designers custom design each building to meet your needs and stand the test of time.
RELIABLE, HIGH QUALITY LUMBER
Wick uses only machine graded or machine evaluated lumber for all structural components such as truss members, columns, girts, and purlins. It’s at least 15% stronger than regular lumber so you’ll see less maintenance down the road.
UL LISTED STEEL
Wick’s proprietary steel roof panels have the highest possible Underwriters Laboratory (UL) certifications for impact (Class 4), wind resistance (Class 90), and fire resistance (Class A), providing you peace of mind plus the added benefit of insurance discounts.
HIGHLY TRAINED CREWS
Wick trains our crews regularly on technique and safety to ensure every building meets our high quality standards. In fact, we have won safety awards. We also insure our crews, which protects you from liability. Several Wick foreman have been recognized as Foreman of the Year by the National Frame Building Association.
A STRONGER SCREW
The new Wick Premium Fastener™ is a next-generation fastener for post-frame construction, small in size but packing a number of premium benefits including 46% more shear strength and 57% more pull-out strength than standard post-frame screws
EXTENSIVE WARRANTY & SERVICE
Wick proudly stands behind every building warranty and is an accredited member of the Better Business Bureau. Without all of the small print you find on other builders’ warranties, you’ll clearly know what is covered with Wick’s warranty.
COOL COLORS
Wick Buildings’ paint system colors are reflective and can help keep your building from gaining unwanted heat. They’re called “cool colors” by our paint partner, Sherwin-Williams, and the hardness of their WeatherXL™ paint system is the ideal match for our steel. Tough and reflective paint on full-hard steel — a great combination.
LOCAL BUILDERS YOU CAN TRUST
We partner with independent builders from your area. They live and work in your community so you’ll know who to contact should you need service, an addition, or another Wick building.
COLOR OPTIONS
ALPINE WHITE
LINEN
WHITE
PEARL GRAY
ACRYLUME
SANDSTONE
SUEDE
BEIGE
RUSTIC BROWN
BURNISHED SLATE
SMOKE GRAY
CHARCOAL GRAY
GRAPHITE
SLATE
BLACK
MODERN RED
RED
BRICK RED
SIENNA
COPPER
OCEAN BLUE
DAYBREAK BLUE
MIDNIGHT BLUE
MEADOW GREEN
HUNTER GREEN
CRINKLE LINEN
CRINKLE PEARL GRAY
CRINKLE BEIGE
CRINKLE GRAPHITE
CRINKLE BURNISHED SLATE
CRINKLE MIDNIGHT BLUE
CRINKLE BLACK
CRINKLE LINEN
LIGHT OAK
BROWN WALNUT
RUST BROWN METAL
DARK GRAY OAK
DARK WALNUT
CRINKLE BURNISHED SLATE
AREAS WE SERVE
We proudly serve various locations, bringing our expertise and dedication to each community. No matter where you are, our commitment to quality service remains the same. Explore our service areas to see how we can assist you!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
IS A BARNDOMINIUM CHEAPER THAN A STICK BUILT HOUSE?
A barndominium is generally more affordable than a traditional stick-built home due to its simpler construction, lower labor costs, and faster build time. However, costs can be similar depending on interior finishes, insulation needs, and customizations. On average, a basic barndominium can be 10-30% cheaper, but high-end features can make prices comparable to a conventional home.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO BUILD?
Roughly $175 – $200 a finished living square foot.
CAN I BUILD THE GARAGE AND PARK MY CAMPER IN IT THEN BUILD THE HOUSE?
Yes. We can build these in phases to accommodate your needs.
HOW DO I KNOW HOW MUCH I CAN SPEND ON A BARNDOMINIUM?
Be sure your budget is a budget that you have worked with your financial institution to come up with. You must know your numbers before you begin this process.