Barndo Tower Talks

In this episode of Barndo Tower Talks, we sit down with Levi Aberle, founder of Fortified Buildings LLC, to tackle one of the biggest challenges facing America today: the growing affordability crisis in housing. Levi shares his personal journey from Colorado to Indiana, including how he built his very first barndominium out of necessity using a $150,000 construction loan. What started as a practic...

If you’ve been seeing barndominiums everywhere and wondering what actually goes into building one the right way —this episode breaks it all down. In this episode of Barndo Tower Talks , we sit down with experienced builders Matt Maxwell of Milmar Homes and JJ King of Lancaster Barndo / JJ Builders to talk through the full barndominium journey—from initial concept to final completion. With real-wor...

You bought the land, congratulations! Now the clock is ticking. In this episode, JJ breaks down the critical first 90 days after purchasing your property and why this window can make or break your entire build. From surveys and site plans to septic mapping, setbacks, stormwater management, and zoning approvals, we walk through the exact order of operations you need to follow. You’ll learn: Why eng...

Thinking about building a barndominium but can’t find the right land—or aren’t sure what “right” even looks like? This episode breaks down everything you need to know before you buy property and before you apply for financing. JJ walks you through: • What makes a property “buildable” • How zoning, stormwater, and permitting can make or break your project • The hidden site costs most people never b...

JJ of Lancaster Barndominiums takes you behind the scenes of three standout barndominium builds — each with its own story, challenges, and design wins. Hear how every project came to life, the unique features that set them apart, and what it really takes to turn a dream barndo into reality.

In this episode of the Justin B.S. Podcast, Justin sits down in person with JJ King, founder and CEO of Lancaster Barndominiums. They dive into JJ's mission to transform the construction industry by prioritizing customer experience, transparency, and trust. From his early days building townhomes to leading a fast-growing team at SWF, JJ shares how he's working to improve lives—one barndomi...

Barndominiums are one of the hottest home trends of 2025 — but are they really worth the hype? In this episode, we break down what a barndominium is, how much it costs to build, the step-by-step process, and the real pros and cons of barndo living. From financing hurdles to modern design trends, we answer the most common questions homeowners are asking and share why these rustic-yet-modern homes a...