Getting plans for building a storage shed is only part of the job when preparing to build. You will also need to make some choices on the type of shed that you need, where it will be located, and whether or not you need help building it.
There are several types of sheds that you can choose to build. Before deciding on the style though, you will want to decide on the size of the shed. Think about the types of items that you will be putting in the shed. If you are going to be using the shed for tools, you will want a shed that has room for a work bench as well as your tools.
If you find out your shed will need to be more than 200 square feet, contact your local government office. In some areas a person needs a building permit for any structure that is 200 square feet in size. This may not seem very important when you are thinking about building the shed, but the resale value of your home can be significantly impacted if you have structures on your property that were not built using a required permit.
An important step before choosing where to put your shed is to call the utility and cable companies. Having lines, cables, and pipe locations identified before you start your shed will save time. You do not want to build your shed over any objects that may have to be dug up at a later day. Even "light" sheds are difficult to move so taking this precaution will be very cost effective and will ultimately save time.
When you know which areas in your yard are clear for the size of the shed, you will want to find the highest point in the yard to build the shed. By staying away from low spots in your yard, you will not have to worry about water run-off getting in your shed during heavy storms or floods.
Most people use either skids or a concrete slab for their flooring. When skids are used, they are placed on solid concrete blocks. The 4"x4"x8' lumber must be evenly spaced on the blocks. You will also want to make sure that both the skids and the blocks are level before you start your flooring.
If you live in a wet climate or an area where there is run-off and are going to use skids, you will want to take an extra safety step. Putting 2-4" of gravel in the area where you are putting your blocks and skids will keep the water from causing damage to your shed. Using pressure treated wood will also help with keeping insects and water damage from occurring.
Getting plans that include the use of low maintenance materials when building a storage shed will cut down on the amount of work you need to do to maintain the shed on a yearly basis. PVC timber instead of painted cedar for trim on the shed will eliminate the need to repaint the cedar each year. - 30228
There are several types of sheds that you can choose to build. Before deciding on the style though, you will want to decide on the size of the shed. Think about the types of items that you will be putting in the shed. If you are going to be using the shed for tools, you will want a shed that has room for a work bench as well as your tools.
If you find out your shed will need to be more than 200 square feet, contact your local government office. In some areas a person needs a building permit for any structure that is 200 square feet in size. This may not seem very important when you are thinking about building the shed, but the resale value of your home can be significantly impacted if you have structures on your property that were not built using a required permit.
An important step before choosing where to put your shed is to call the utility and cable companies. Having lines, cables, and pipe locations identified before you start your shed will save time. You do not want to build your shed over any objects that may have to be dug up at a later day. Even "light" sheds are difficult to move so taking this precaution will be very cost effective and will ultimately save time.
When you know which areas in your yard are clear for the size of the shed, you will want to find the highest point in the yard to build the shed. By staying away from low spots in your yard, you will not have to worry about water run-off getting in your shed during heavy storms or floods.
Most people use either skids or a concrete slab for their flooring. When skids are used, they are placed on solid concrete blocks. The 4"x4"x8' lumber must be evenly spaced on the blocks. You will also want to make sure that both the skids and the blocks are level before you start your flooring.
If you live in a wet climate or an area where there is run-off and are going to use skids, you will want to take an extra safety step. Putting 2-4" of gravel in the area where you are putting your blocks and skids will keep the water from causing damage to your shed. Using pressure treated wood will also help with keeping insects and water damage from occurring.
Getting plans that include the use of low maintenance materials when building a storage shed will cut down on the amount of work you need to do to maintain the shed on a yearly basis. PVC timber instead of painted cedar for trim on the shed will eliminate the need to repaint the cedar each year. - 30228
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