Barn Inventory Guide for Homeowners
Barns are versatile structures used for housing animals, storing tools and equipment, and even serving as workshops or storage spaces. They often contain a wide variety of tools, supplies, and equipment that can require careful management.
Documenting these items during an insurance Claim or construction project is important to ensure everything is accounted for, though to be clear in some cases a separate Policy may be required. Regardless, this guide helps homeowners create an inventory of tools, equipment, and accessories associated with barns and hobby farms.
Types of Barns
Livestock Barn: A barn specifically designed for housing animals such as horses, cows, goats, or chickens. These barns often include stalls, feeding equipment, and various tools for animal care.
Storage Barn: A barn primarily used for storing hay, feed, equipment, and vehicles like tractors or trailers. These barns are often large and feature plenty of shelving and storage solutions.
Horse Barn: A specialized barn designed to house horses, often with stables, tack rooms, and riding equipment storage. Horse barns require additional gear and equipment for horse care and riding activities.
Utility Barn: A smaller barn used for storing tools, garden supplies, and machinery. Utility barns may also serve as a workspace for tasks such as woodworking, welding, or repairs.
Livestock & Animal Care
Automatic waterer
Bale feeder
Bedding material
Calf bottle feeder
Cattle chute
Cattle headgate
Chicken Coop heater
Feed scoops
Feed storage bins
Feed trough
Fly spray system
Grooming brushes
Hay feeder
Horse blanket rack
Livestock halters
Milking equipment
Mineral feeder
Saddle rack
Salt block holder
Water trough
Barn Tools & Equipment
Bale hooks
Barn broom
Barn dustpan
Barn fan
Barn jack
Fence Post driver
Grain Auger
Hay bale elevator
Hay net
Hay spears
Hoof trimmer
Manure fork
Muck bucket
Pitchfork
Post Hole Digger
Stall cleaning Rake
Stall mat
Tack hooks
Utility Cart
Wheelbarrow
Barn Storage Solutions
Blanket storage rack
Boot storage
Bulk feed storage bins
Cabinet for tools
Feed bag storage racks
Hay loft
Saddle and tack storage
Shelving for gear
Tack room storage bins
Tool storage hooks
Wall-mounted saddle rack
Wooden crates
Storage bins for small tools
Grain bin
Lockable storage chest
Barn Maintenance & Repair Tools
Circular Saw
Cordless Drill
Fencing pliers
Hand saw
Impact Wrench
Ladder
Level
Miter Saw
Nail Gun
Pliers
Power screwdriver
Roofing Nails
Screwdriver set
Staple gun
Table Saw
Tape Measure
Tin snips
Wrenches
Yard rake
Utility knife
Tack & Riding Equipment
Bridle rack
Bridles
Girth straps
Halters
Horse blankets
Horse boots
Horse saddles
Lunge line
Riding crop
Riding gloves
Saddle blanket
Saddle bags
Saddle pads
Spur rack
Spurs
Stirrup leathers
Tack cleaning supplies
Training cones
Whips
Work bridles
Barn Miscellaneous
Barn clock
Barn Signage
Bug zapper
Cooling fans
First aid kit for livestock
Fire Extinguishers
Grooming station
Hay elevator
Lighting fixtures
Muck boots
Personal protective gear
Reflective tape for barn doors
Saddle soap
Shovel
Solar Lighting
Space heater
Stall divider curtains
Tack cleaning box
UV fly traps
Ventilation fan
Wrap-Up
This guide is intended to help homeowners create a detailed inventory of the tools, equipment, and accessories associated with their barn. There is a myriad of agricultural equipment so this list is far from complete, but a well-maintained inventory is crucial for protecting your property. This should help ensure all items are accounted for during insurance claims or renovations, and make barn management more efficient.