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Garden sheds come in a range of shapes and sizes and are increasingly used for a variety of different purposes, from storing tools and garden furniture, to providing spaces to work in or relax. Garden sheds are usually made from wood, plastic, or metal and, unless you’re after something bespoke, most sheds will come pre-built, requiring you or a tradesperson to assemble it. In most cases, a gardener, a handyman, or a builder will be able to do the job for you.
Costs for installing or building your garden shed
The costs of the shed itself will vary greatly on what your shed is made from and its size. Most pre-built sheds will take 1-2 days to build, with costs likely to start from £200, though this will vary based on where you live. Costs can increase if you need an area cleared to make room for the shed, are opting for a concrete base or need the ground levelled before the shed can be built.
If you’re looking to add electricity, heating, lighting and furniture, this will add to the complexity of the project and you may want to research specialist shed builders who can build you something bespoke.
Choosing the right shed
This will depend upon a number of things including:
- Your budget.
- The value of the items you’ll keep in the shed.
- Your intended use of the shed.
- Any design considerations you have relating to your house or garden.
Before you decide on the type of shed, it’s important to think about how you’ll use it. Will your shed be used to sit and relax in, to work in, or as a home for your lawnmower and other garden tools.
Wooden sheds are usually made from softwoods like pine and cedar. Pine has a greater susceptibility to rot than cedar but is also cheaper and more widely available. It’s a good idea to treat your shed before construction and then repeat the treatment each year. This will help to keep it weather-proof. Alternatively you could look at pre-treated or pressure-treated sheds. The latter has preservative forced into the timber, resulting in almost no maintenance being required at all.
Plastic sheds tend to be cheaper than wooden sheds. They’re lighter, won’t rot or burn, and are often simpler to construct. On the downside, because of its plastic construction, the hinges for the doors and locks will likely be plastic meaning security can be a concern, and you may have limits on the amount you can hang on the walls. You’ll also want to think about how your new shed will look in situ – plastic sheds often struggle for style points.
Metal sheds are made to last (but beware the cheap, thin metal sheds which corrode quickly). They’re low maintenance as the metal is galvanised, making them weather proof. They’re also heavy, meaning they’re robust and can be made very secure, but this means they can be trickier to put up, with the panels of the shed weighing significantly more than other alternatives.
Whichever option you choose, a solid base is vital to ensure your shed is able to withstand the rigours of daily use (removing tools and equipment from a shed will test how well built your shed is) and bad weather. Ask your tradesperson before they quote about whether any clearance is needed, how they plan to create a solid base for the shed and whether there’s any work required to level off the ground.
There are no specific qualifications that a tradesperson will need to build a shed. It’s always advisable to see proof of similar projects they’ve been done for other homeowners.
Planning permission for building a garden shed
You shouldn’t need planning permission to build a shed if:
- Your shed is only being used for domestic purposes.
- Your shed has a maximum height of 4 metres.
- The ground area covered by your shed is less than 50% of the total ground space of your home.
For all the latest planning permission advice and for all the qualifying criteria, visit the Planning Portal.
Insurance for electrical work
Whichever tradesperson you choose to build your shed, they should have public liability insurance. This isn’t a requirement but gives you peace of mind should there be any property damage or personal injury claims as a result of the work.
Questions you should ask your tradesperson
- Do they have public liability insurance and what does this cover?
- What kind of jobs do they tend to do the most? Can they give you references for previous work?
- Will it be themselves that build the shed? If a concrete base is needed, or if you’d like electricity in your shed, will they be doing this work themselves or working with other tradespeople?
Welcome to ross property repair family run business with 20 years experience in property repairs & maintenance our professional, efficient and reliable handymen are just one call away to fix all your “to do” list with no hassle involved. RPR Scotland is the best solution for all your property maintenance needs, no matter how small or how big the job is. We serve both commercial and residential customers in Edinburgh, Lothian and Scottish Borders area. By choosing RPR Scotland you have guaranteed: ? job done at the highest standards on every visit ? agreed appoitments and timing followed ? no mess left behind when job is done L ? you pay just for work done . We pride ourselves on the high standards out work is finished to . First class workmanship at affordable prices . Below I have listed some of the services we offer - letting agent and land lord services -rot and mould -mastic and silicone replacement - handyman services -All aspects of joinery work - tilling -wet wall panelling - painting and decorating - small plumbing jobs - laminate flooring , carpets ,linoleum ELECTRICAL - new sockets or extra sockets - new light fittings - fit cookers - exterior garden sockets EXTERIOR - Decking -slabbing - build Huts - fencing - build small walls - gutter repairs and cleaning - slate repairs - flat roof repairs SMALL JOBS - plasterboard repairs - new toilet seats - new door handles - shelving - cleaning services on request - and all aspects of gardening - FULLY INSURED - and much more to much to list ANY JOB BiG OR SMALL WE DO IT ALL
William was excellent throughout and will hire again.
Hello my names Robert from R&R affordable home improvements where our number one priority is customer satisfaction, all our work is carried out at the highest standards using only the best materials. We do a professional job at affordable prices and guarantee all work carried out, with over 15years experience you can rest assure we can handle the smallest to the biggest of jobs all carried out and completed by professionals. We offer free estimates and advice so please feel free to contact us today!
all types of joinery work and have 30 years experience
We have a very experienced team that specialise in various services and no job is too big or too small. The below is a list of our services: -Shed and garden building specialist (made to order) -All groundworks including drainage -Carpentry indoor and outdoor - All types of tiling - floor and walls And all other aspects of property maintenance Although we are new to rated people our team have over 20 years of experience and are highly skilled. All our jobs are managed by our project manager who will ensure that everything runs smoothly and the jobs get done within the agreed time frame.
AJ did a very tidy job. The shed looks good and very sturdy.
We are a family run business with over 40years experience we offer a friendly prompt professional service to all our customers . Timber decking - fencing-gutters facias soffits - elastoglass seal master coatings for asphalt @ tarmacadam & concrete driveways. Butyl rubber coating for flat roofs . And all specialised coatings for Roos ect. Pressure washing and cleaning . One call does it all
Bedfordshire based carpentry and property improvements company . offering carpentry internal and external , as well as having a strong diverse team of different trades operating within the company , all aspects of building work taken on board and a professional job from start to finish .
Aaron responded to my post within an hour and took on the job very next day. Fair and reasonable price and very pleased with the work. Would highly recommend to anyone. Glad I have his details for future!
Joiner Kit erector Fencing & decking Soffit and fascia
John Kenny done a decent job replacing new decking for me, but he built a garden gate which has been very disappointing. Paid him £500 for this gate and he used internal wood which has swollen and cracked and I’m unable to close or lock the gate.. tried to contact him for weeks to no avail.
My names Craig, I'm the Director of CDM Services, I own a company that not only helps others make improvements to their homes but also put a smile on peoples faces. I have extremely high expectations of myself and my employees, we work to the best of our ability and above all we always ensure work is completed to an impeccable standard. I have a dedicated and hard working team around me. We don't like to leave jobs unfinished and endeavour to complete jobs as quick as physically possible to ensure less disruption is caused. We are clean, tidy and very conscientious - also following social distancing and Safety precautions during these uncertain and unprecedented times. My team are accomplished in the following areas. Decking - supply and installation Laminate flooring supply and fit Summer house custom build or flat pack assembly Painting and decorating Landscaping Flat pack assembly Kitchen Fitting Bathroom installation Carpentry Garden room Summer House assembly. All other various handyman type services are also available.
So after seeing a few tradesman for a quote to convert my garage I decided to go with Craig. I cannot recommend highly enough, he was always punctual and completed the work ahead of schedule. Was open to changes I had whilst the world was underway and was incredibly professional. I would advise anyone looking to hire Craig to look past the handful of negative reviews. I couldn't be happier with the work completed.
J&B roofing and construction is a reliable hardworking company established by myself and my partner. After working together for several years on both private and commercial projects we decided to join forces and created J&B roofing. We specialise in roofing, any job any size. We complete all jobs to a professional high standard and are happy to customise every job to suit your individual need, budget and style.
Great job fantastic customer service
Hello and thanks for paying me a visit. I’ve been self employed now for the past 18 months. I offer a wide range of skills from decorating to decking to flooring. I am a Reliable tradesman here to please you I look forward to hearing from you thanks.
Speedy, courteous and very professional job. Many thanks
Dg building and landscapes is a small company with a large amount of experience. We are qualified and experienced in all types of landscaping and general buidling work, with over 20 years experience. Give us a try for a quality service at an affordable price. We now accept all major credit and debit cards.
Danny did a great job, exactly what we were looking for
A friendly multi skilled tradesman with over 15 years experience in both interior and exterior works including property maintenance, metal fabrication/repairs, painting and decorating, gardening & tree works. Providing high quality service with a personal touch and attention to detail to ensure customer satisfaction.
Swift and excellent services. Ricky was very professional and saved the day for the tenant and i. I will use the service again.
Hi and welcome to Kingfisher property services, here at KPS we have a great little close but team that can cover all your painting and decorating needs along with a fully qualified carpenter for your wood working needs and kitchen fitting along with a very friendly handyman, so feel free to get in touch
Excellent service. Russell knew what I was talking about. Which cat flap I wanted. I was finding it difficult to explain the one I wanted.He replaced the old one with a new one. No fuss and did a great job. Very pleasant guy.
We are a small team of professionals carrying out all types of general building work as well as Domestic Gas and Central Heating systems installations on projects big and small. Including Gas safety checks and landlord certificates. We aim to treat your home with the respect and professionalism that you would hope to expect. With experience in the Gas, Plumbing and General Building trades dating back over 20 years, make us your number one choice for peace of mind and confidence in that the work carried out by us has been done to the highest possible standards. At ARD we work with the mindset that if it wouldn't be good enough for us then it won't be good enough for you! Choose us today for a reliable and professional service that you can count on.
Excellent! Came to view the job quickly after our first call, very quick to give a quote and examples of radiators, carried out the work and left absolutely no mess and kept us updated through the day with the progress of the job. Having had a nightmare with terrible plumbers in the past we had put off having further work done for many years, Bernard has restored our faith in tradespeople we would not hesitate to use him in the future and would definitely recommend him to anyone needing a gas engineer 5*
I'm a handyman based in Liss. I can fix / install most things, including simple electrical and plumbing. I'm fully insured, guarantee my work and am often available at short notice. I charge £35 per hour with a minimum of 2 hours, or a full day at £230. That includes travel and minor materials. Cheers Adrian Potter
Exemplary. Efficient booking, punctual arrival, intelligent approach to the job, work well done. And Adrian is a very pleasant chap. Highly recommended.
Handyman in Surrey, London
Great work. Completed as expected. Would hire back.
We specialise in all aspects of hard landscaping such as patios, driveways, fencing, garden walls, sheds, lawns and garden clearance. We also complete aspects of general building such as extensions, porches, interior and exterior painting
Excellent communication, excellent timing and excellent work. David was brilliant and tidied up after himself. Highly recommend
Based in Bath, Father's House Carpentry/ Painting & Decorating is a trusted, rated and reliable team of Carpentry specialist.
Kris did an excellent job
We are an Award Winning veteran owned small building works company based in Reading. We specialise in Carpentry , Locksmithing , Painting & Decorating and Technical Security. Our Locksmith and Security department is Police and Insurance Approved with a proven record in the security industry.
Over 15 years experience. Everything for your house. ALL TRADES
Mario was amazing, punctual tidy and fantastic worker and very reasonable on price and friendly, our kitchen is transformed by our newly lowered ceiling. Would recommend him to anyone, five stars
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