5 tips to consider before you buy a storage shed
By: Phillip Sting
Storage sheds are a great solution when you need a place to store
things that are not used often or for storing away patio and
garden furniture in the winter. Building your own shed or buying a
shed kit can solve your storage needs. Here are five tips you
might find helpful before purchasing or building a shed.
1: Choosing a Shed within your budget - Metal storage sheds kits
are popular because they are economical. If you need something
that is not to hard to assemble, and don't want to spend allot,
this can be a good choice. Vinyl shed kits can cost more than
metal sheds but the maintenance will be very low. Always compare
and do some research when shopping for a shed. By knowing what is
available you can probably get a better shed for just a couple
dollars more.
2: Choosing the Size - The storage shed size can be determined by
how you will be using this space. Will the main usage be for
storage, or will it be used as a workspace? Perhaps you want a
combination of both. Plan and measure everything you will be
storing inside, it is always wise to build a little bigger than
estimated. If you will be using this space as a workspace, make
sure you will be able to move around comfortably.
3: Choosing a Design - Some of the most common styles for storage
sheds are the gable, gambrel, lean-to, salt-box, and hip. The most
popular style found in many homes is the gable shed. A gable has
two even roof pitches that join together to form a triangle. A
gambrel shed resembles a barn, it has a roof with two sloped
pitches on each side. A lean-to shed has a single sloping roof.
This type of shed is an excellent choice for narrow places, it
usually placed against houses and fences. A salt-box storage shed
looks very much like a gable, the difference is the uneven roof
pitches. A hip roof shed has a roof that slopes down in four
directions from the top.
4: Building it yourself vs Buying a Prefabricated Shed - In most
cases you can save money buying lumber and building your own
storage shed. But most people don't have the time or skills to
build their own. Storage shed kits are preferred by most people
because they are fast and simple to set up. If you have the time
and skill you can build an attractive shed within your budget.
5: Building Codes and Restrictions - Before deciding on a storage
shed make sure it will be allowed by the zoning department. Style,
size, type, and location can be regulated by the building
department. There might be setback requirements from property
lines, fences, buildings, or the house. Before you start building,
visit or call your zoning department.
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