Custom Metal Barns Built for East Texas Properties

When you need dependable space for feed, equipment, livestock, or daily farm operations, a barn isn’t just another building—it’s a working part of your property. At Gotcha Covered Outdoors, we design and install custom metal barns that combine the familiar look of a traditional barn with the strength, longevity, and low maintenance of steel construction.

Whether you need an open-span barn for equipment storage, an enclosed agricultural unit with stalls and tack rooms, or a multi-purpose structure that includes workshop space, our barns are designed for efficient access, protection, and performance year-round.

Why Choose a Metal Barn?

Metal barns have become the preferred choice for many East Texas property owners—and for good reason.

Compared to traditional wood barns, steel barns offer:

  • Greater durability and longevity

  • Lower long-term maintenance

  • Better resistance to weather, pests, and rot

  • Flexible design and expansion options

  • Consistent structural strength

A properly designed metal barn delivers reliable performance without constant upkeep, making it a practical investment for working properties, farms, and rural landowners.

Shed with roof accent

Designed Around How You Actually Use Your Barn

Every property and operation is different. Some customers need a simple, open structure for parking tractors and implements. Others need enclosed stalls, storage rooms, or workspace that supports daily routines. That’s why we don’t start with a preset package. We start with one question: What are you trying to do with your barn? From there, we design a structure that supports your workflow instead of getting in the way.

Common Uses for Metal Barns

Our metal barns are built to support a wide range of agricultural and rural uses, including equipment storage, livestock shelter, feed storage, workshops, and multi-purpose farm operations. Many customers use their barns to house tractors, implements, trailers, and tools while also incorporating enclosed areas for animals, supplies, or workspaces. Others need a dedicated structure for hay, feed, or tack storage, or a combination barn that allows for both covered parking and enclosed functionality.

If your property needs organized, weather-protected space that can handle daily use, a metal barn is often the most efficient solution.

Barn Configurations & Layout Options

A barn should fit your land and your workflow—not the other way around. We offer a wide range of layout options so your barn functions the way you need it to.

Open-Span Barns

Open-span barns are ideal for:

  • Equipment and tractor storage

  • Hay and feed storage

  • Easy drive-through access

  • Flexible, open layouts

These designs provide maximum clearance and accessibility while keeping equipment protected from sun and rain.

Enclosed Barns

Enclosed barns offer additional protection and control and are often used for:

  • Livestock housing

  • Feed and supply storage

  • Secure equipment storage

  • Cleaner, more controlled environments

Enclosures can be partial or full, depending on ventilation and access needs.

Combination Barns

Many customers choose combination barns that include:

  • Open bays for equipment

  • Enclosed rooms for feed or tack

  • Stall areas for livestock

  • Workshop or utility space

This approach allows one structure to serve multiple purposes efficiently.

When barns are used for animals or daily agricultural work, design details matter.

Optional features may include:

  • Stall layouts for livestock

  • Tack rooms or feed rooms

  • Ventilation considerations

  • Wide access doors and roll-ups

  • Interior partitions

We help ensure the barn layout supports both functionality and safety, whether you’re housing animals or simply storing equipment.

Material quality is especially important for barns that see daily use.

Our metal barns are constructed using high-grade steel framing and panels designed for long-term exposure to outdoor conditions. Steel offers consistent strength, resistance to warping or rot, and a cleaner appearance over time compared to wood structures.

This makes metal barns well-suited for:

  • Rural properties

  • Agricultural environments

  • High-traffic equipment use

  • Long-term storage needs

Anchoring, Placement & Site Considerations

A barn must be properly placed and anchored to perform well over time.

Placement Planning

Before installation, we help you think through:

  • Access routes for equipment

  • Turning radius for trailers or tractors

  • Drainage and slope

  • Proximity to other structures

  • Room for future expansion

Good planning upfront prevents problems later.

Why Anchoring Matters

Proper anchoring:

  • Improves stability and wind resistance

  • Helps protect the structure and its contents

  • Supports long-term durability

  • Reduces movement or shifting

Anchoring requirements vary based on ground conditions, barn size, and layout. We evaluate your site to ensure the structure is installed correctly for your property.

Metal Barn vs. Pole Barn vs. Wood Barn

Many customers compare different barn types before deciding.

Metal barns offer long-term durability, lower maintenance, and flexible design.
Pole barns may cost less upfront but often require more maintenance over time.
Wood barns offer traditional appearance but are more susceptible to rot, pests, and weather damage.

For customers who want dependable performance with minimal upkeep, metal barns are often the smartest long-term choice.

Designed for East Texas Conditions

East Texas weather can be unpredictable, with heat, humidity, storms, and seasonal changes. Our barns are designed with these conditions in mind, emphasizing structural strength, proper anchoring, and layouts that allow for airflow and accessibility.

Local experience matters when designing agricultural buildings, and we build with real conditions—not generic assumptions.

Honest Guidance, Not One-Size-Fits-All

We don’t believe in pushing customers into oversized or unnecessary structures. Our approach is simple: help you understand your options and choose what actually fits your needs.

We’ll walk you through:

  • Size and layout considerations

  • Open vs. enclosed designs

  • Feature trade-offs

  • Long-term usability

The goal is a barn that works for you—not one you have to work around.

Serving East Texas Farms & Rural Properties

With over 12 years of experience, Gotcha Covered Outdoors has helped families, landowners, and agricultural customers create practical, durable spaces without cutting corners. As an owner-operated business, we value clear communication, quality installation, and long-term customer relationships.

Ready to Plan Your Barn?

If you’re considering a metal barn—or trying to decide what type of structure fits your operation—we’re here to help you think it through. Call us or request a quote to discuss your property, your goals, and the right barn solution for your needs.

Make Room for What Matters—Let’s Plan Your Barn Today!
Call (903) 504-7858 or visit 10556 US HWY 69 N, Tyler, TX 75706 to get your custom layout, price, and schedule.