Metal Barns

If you have some extra space and you love horses, you can make money boarding them. First, you’ll need open stalls in your barn. If you don’t have a barn yet, VersaTube has DIY steel building kits so you can get yours up and running in no time. Here’s how to get started boarding horses:

Gauge Your Commitment and Gather Information

People get all kinds of ideas to make money on the side. It’s important to gauge your commitment before you start planning to board horses because this is not as easy as running an Airbnb, although it’s not super hard either. Even if you offer board only (meaning the owners feed and care for their own horses), you will still need to clean regularly, keep food and supplies on hand, and be ready to manage your barn. Horse boarding, while relatively simple, is still a commitment.

Next, you’ll want to gather information. You can visit equestrian centers and barns in your area to do this. The owners are usually happy to answer your questions. A few questions to keep in mind are:

• How much space does each horse need? 12’ x 12’ is generally considered sufficient for a large horse.

• How much will you charge for a stall? This will depend on the market in your area, your facilities, and the level of care you offer.

• Who will take care of your barn when you are away?

• How much work will cleaning and maintenance require?

Assess Your Space

Once you have the information you need, it’s time to plan out your space. If you are ordering a standard barn kit from VersaTube, calculate the dimensions you need based on how many horses you want to board. If you already have a barn, you may have to do renovations or erect new stalls.

Advertise for Your Business

When your facilities are prepped and your barn is ready to board, start getting the word out about your new business. Putting flyers around the neighborhood is usually a good strategy. You can even talk to local equestrian centers to see if they’ll let you leave a stack of flyers there. A website is the next level in advertising for your horse boarding business.

VersaTube building kits are by far the easiest barns you’ll ever build. They are made with American steel and built to withstand any weather. Enter your zip code when you order to automatically calculate wind and snow load requirements in your area. Get your business started right away with a VersaTube barn. If you have any questions, you can reach our helpful staff at 888-462-3657.