Sheds

[Sparky]

Is it cheaper to buy a kit or hire someone to build one. I am looking to get one I can either make into storage or a mini office I can work out of. Something like a 10x10 or 12x12

[rondog]

I'd buy a premade one like a Tuff Shed and have it delivered and set up. Put it on a concrete slab, ours is on dirt and I'm afraid it'll eventually cause problems. If you're going to use it for working in, wire it for power and lights, and insulate it.

Our Tuff Shed came with the house, it's a lean-to shape on the side of the house. Not real big, but handy as hell. It's well-made, we've been here 10+ years and it's still in great shape. No idea how old it actually is.

http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b150/rinselman/house/DSCN1163-1-1.jpg

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[ray1970]

I bought two 10x10 Morgan buildings and had them delivered from Arizona and set up. Total cost was right at $2000.

[hatidua]

If you spend the exact same amount on a pre-made shed vs the materials to build it yourself, the one you build yourself will be of much higher quality (assuming you can swing a hammer). I went and looked at all the pre-fab sheds two years ago and for the size I wanted, they were in the $2500-$3K range. I looked at how they were build and just could not bring myself to spend that for the shoddy construction they typically entail. I spent the $3K and built it myself and have a vastly superior product.

[rondog]

If you spend the exact same amount on a pre-made shed vs the materials to build it yourself, the one you build yourself will be of much higher quality (assuming you can swing a hammer). I went and looked at all the pre-fab sheds two years ago and for the size I wanted, they were in the $2500-$3K range. I looked at how they were build and just could not bring myself to spend that for the shoddy construction they typically entail. I spent the $3K and built it myself and have a vastly superior product.

I have no doubt a homebuilt one would be cheaper and probably better quality. I also have no doubt that if I tried to build one, it would never get finished.

[Sparky]

I actually thought about one of these because I rent and want to be able to move it.

http://www.costco.com/Lifetime-Brighton-8'-x-15'-Storage-Shed.product.11650111.html

[drift_g35]

I actually thought about one of these because I rent and want to be able to move it.

http://www.costco.com/Lifetime-Brighton-8'-x-15'-Storage-Shed.product.11650111.html

I have the smaller version sold by home depot of this shed. I think its a rubbermaid. I bought it used and it was probably 2 years old. It works great but the plastic has warped from the constant heat and cold. It still keeps everything dry but it is definitely going to be an issue in the future.

One good thing about these is you can buy "add on" kits to make it longer. That is an awesome feature.

[Marlin]

I actually thought about one of these because I rent and want to be able to move it.

http://www.costco.com/Lifetime-Brighton-8'-x-15'-Storage-Shed.product.11650111.html

Did the HD version a couple three years ago for the gal I do yardwork for. Other than the two long sections it had, where she helped hold, put it up by myself in about three hours.
A few strong guys, it could be moved about the yard with little problem. And I'm sure it could be torn down and moved to another location easily. Have noticed any wrapping to it yet, I did "fortify" it in a couple of spots though.

[Rooskibar03]

I think there was a thread with some Asian guy who can build you a sweet ass shed.

To lazy to look it up though.

[BlasterBob]

I had a 12' X 20' shed placed on a concrete pad. It is a Tough Shed brand and was assembled by the Tough Shed guys 18 years ago. I insulated it, had power installed, has an efficient little window A/C and I installed an air tight wood burner. Has a nice loft and it is very well built and have never had any complaints about this little shed. Don't recall what I paid for this shed but it was extremely reasonable 18 years ago.

[Bailey Guns]

I think there was a thread with some Asian guy who can build you a sweet ass shed.

To lazy to look it up though.

Yep. This guy could probably give you a few pointers:

http://www.ar-15.co/threads/97135-The-quot-how-to-build-a-shed-in-Canada-quot-thread

[Dave_L]

My new place already had a shed in the yard. I was very thankful for that after researching sheds for my old house. Dunno what brand mine is but it looks and has the quality of a tuff shed. I haven't driven a dirtbike over it yet to verify though.

[rondog]

I had a 12' X 20' shed placed on a concrete pad. It is a Tough Shed brand and was assembled by the Tough Shed guys 18 years ago. I insulated it, had power installed, has an efficient little window A/C and I installed an air tight wood burner. Has a nice loft and it is very well built and have never had any complaints about this little shed. Don't recall what I paid for this shed but it was extremely reasonable 18 years ago.

Hell, that's not a shed, that's a cabin!

[Sparky]

Did the HD version a couple three years ago for the gal I do yardwork for. Other than the two long sections it had, where she helped hold, put it up by myself in about three hours.
A few strong guys, it could be moved about the yard with little problem. And I'm sure it could be torn down and moved to another location easily. Have noticed any wrapping to it yet, I did "fortify" it in a couple of spots though.

Good to know

[Wulf202]

I actually thought about one of these because I rent and want to be able to move it.

http://www.costco.com/Lifetime-Brighton-8'-x-15'-Storage-Shed.product.11650111.html

Then you might want to consider your dimension in 8' areas so it'll fit on a trailer.

[jerrymrc]

Hell, that's not a shed, that's a cabin!

I can vouch that it is. I have a 8'X16' that I bought as a kit from a place here 15 years ago. I paid $800 for it then. Sadly they are gone. I do remember that at the time the quality was much better than tuff shed.

[lex137]

I was lucky and got a shed with the house, if you lived closer I would help you put it up.

[Great-Kazoo]

Unless you own,on't put on concrete base. Even if you do, NO pad. That's considered a permanent fixture and a higher property tax, in some areas. Since you rent i would suggest a single axle enclosed trailer. Yes it's more than you have or are looking to spend. However it's MOBILE. Plus doubles as storage.
http://fortcollins.craigslist.org/rvs/3733947607.html

This one is THE Deal. Already wired with cabinets etc.
http://fortcollins.craigslist.org/rvs/3719201219.html

Why an enclosed trailer besides what i already mentioned?

If you move, a "shed' is a hassle to move. The EC goes where you do. If you decide you want to put it somewhere else in the yard, you can. Once a shed is up they are a PITA to do anything with.
IF the town / city zoning officer discovers you have a wired shed, they can & will fine you for a non -permitted living space. Same for taxes, way more, once it's considered "habitable"

We have a few sheds on the property. The spousal unit said No More. Why are we paying for something we can't take with us AND if we have to bug out, a trailer is ready when you are.

Just my $ 0.02

[Ripper]

If you decide to buy, check out A Shed. Had them build a garage for me 8 years ago and it's holding up great.

[BlasterBob]

Hell, that's not a shed, that's a cabin!

Thanks. A few of the local Trinidad guys have told me that this shed is nicer than a lot of houses in town. [LOL]

[Monky]

Thanks. A few of the local Trinidad guys have told me that this shed is nicer than a lot of houses in town. [LOL]


I'd probably agree not even seeing your shed.



Sent by a free-range electronic weasel, with no sense of personal space.

[jerrymrc]

I'd probably agree not even seeing your shed.



Sent by a free-range electronic weasel, with no sense of personal space.

The stove in it is very nice. Right sized for the reloading room. And it has windows with a view.[Flower]

[Ah Pook]

My neighbor had a 10x12 Tuff Shed delivered a couple of summers ago. The construction quality was pretty bad. The 4x8 siding had gaps and missed nails.

I'd rather build my own but that's just me.

[rondog]

Unless you own,on't put on concrete base. Even if you do, NO pad. That's considered a permanent fixture and a higher property tax, in some areas. Since you rent i would suggest a single axle enclosed trailer. Yes it's more than you have or are looking to spend. However it's MOBILE. Plus doubles as storage.
http://fortcollins.craigslist.org/rvs/3733947607.html

This one is THE Deal. Already wired with cabinets etc.
http://fortcollins.craigslist.org/rvs/3719201219.html

Why an enclosed trailer besides what i already mentioned?

If you move, a "shed' is a hassle to move. The EC goes where you do. If you decide you want to put it somewhere else in the yard, you can. Once a shed is up they are a PITA to do anything with.
IF the town / city zoning officer discovers you have a wired shed, they can & will fine you for a non -permitted living space. Same for taxes, way more, once it's considered "habitable"

We have a few sheds on the property. The spousal unit said No More. Why are we paying for something we can't take with us AND if we have to bug out, a trailer is ready when you are.

Just my $ 0.02

Good points about the pad and power, never crossed my mind. But I think that's bullshit. A man should have the right to set his garden/tool shed on concrete to keep it from rotting into the dirt, and have electricity in it for lights and a couple of outlets for tools and chargers, etc. Neither of those should qualify it as "livable quarters" or whateverthefuck they call it. It's still a goddamn shed.

My shed sits on dirt, and rabbits have dug under it and set up house. Now what? The city gonna fine me for having livestock or some shit?

[jerrymrc]

Bobs shed. Good reason to have a stove. 25789

[Great-Kazoo]

Good points about the pad and power, never crossed my mind. But I think that's bullshit. A man should have the right to set his garden/tool shed on concrete to keep it from rotting into the dirt, and have electricity in it for lights and a couple of outlets for tools and chargers, etc. Neither of those should qualify it as "livable quarters" or whateverthefuck they call it. It's still a goddamn shed.

My shed sits on dirt, and rabbits have dug under it and set up house. Now what? The city gonna fine me for having livestock or some shit?


I have a 24 x 30 pole barn 9 3 car garage) and the cty considers it ashed and taxes it as such, $50 annually. Guy down the block 2 car garage, wood frame (just like a shed) on a pad and he gets hit $300 annually.

Alot of people over look enclosed trailers. Which IMHO, with all the talk on here about BUG out vehicles BOB's etc why not utilize a trailer? Hook up and GO!. vs loading this and that wasting potential valuable time.

[BlasterBob]

Bobs shed. Good reason to have a stove. 25789

Yep, my shed and "my" snow. With this type roof, not too much danger of snow caving the roof.

[Ah Pook]

Yep, my shed and "my" snow. With this type roof, not too much danger of snow caving the roof.
A mansard roof is good for that and there is more room for hay bails in the loft. [Viking]