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Great work. Kris explained what he would do clearly and provided a competitive quote for the eork. He was able to start quickly and work days that accommodated my schedule and needs. I love the finished result and he explained how to care for it. Great workmanship - would hire him again.
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Adam did a great job with our flooring. He was friendly, worked quickly and well priced. Would definitely use again.
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Job booked in quickly and carried out professionally for a fair price. Would recommend.
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Whether you need a simple tool shed, a secure metal bike store, or a bespoke garden room to work and relax in, proper installation is key. A garden building must be completely level and weatherproof to withstand heavy British storms. Rated People connects you with trusted local handymen, gardeners, and builders who handle everything from ground levelling to flawless assembly. Post your job for free today.
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What can a garden shed and playhouse specialist help with?
Building an outdoor structure involves far more than just clicking panels together. A specialist ensures your garden building has a structurally sound foundation and is built to last:
- Site clearance and ground levelling: Digging out turf, removing stubborn roots, and perfectly levelling sloping garden ground before construction begins.
- Solid base preparation: Designing and laying the vital foundation your structure needs to prevent sinking and rot, including concrete slabs, timber bearers, or modular plastic grid bases.
- Pre-built kit assembly: Expertly erecting standard off-the-shelf wooden, plastic, or metal sheds, log cabins, summerhouses, and children's playhouses.
- Custom customisation & weatherproofing: Applying protective wood preservatives to softwoods, installing high-grade roofing felt, or collaborating with electricians to add heating, lighting, and power.
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How much does garden shed and playhouse installation cost?
The total cost of your project depends heavily on the size of the building, its material, and how much ground preparation is required. Most standard pre-built kits take 1 to 2 days to fully construct:
- Basic assembly labour: For a standard-sized, pre-bought shed on an existing flat surface, installation costs typically start from £200, depending on your location in the UK.
- Base creation & preparation fees: If your specialist needs to supply materials and build a solid foundation, expect to add £150 to £500+ to the quote, depending on whether you choose timber bearers or a heavy concrete base.
- Bespoke garden rooms: If you are building a custom-designed workspace or a large summerhouse featuring integrated insulation, electricity, and interior lining, project costs can range from £1,500 to £5,000+ for complex carpentry.
Choosing the right material: Wood, plastic, or metal?
Before purchasing your garden building, weigh your budget against security, style, and ongoing maintenance needs:
- Wooden sheds: The most traditional and customisable option. Budget-friendly pine is widely available but susceptible to rot, requiring annual weatherproofing treatments. Alternatively, choose pressure-treated timber, which forces preservative deep into the wood for virtually maintenance-free longevity.
- Plastic sheds: Lightweight, rot-free, flame-resistant, and highly affordable. However, they lack premium style points, offer lower security due to plastic hinges and lock points, and limit how much weight you can hang on the internal walls.
- Metal sheds: Heavy, robust, and highly secure against theft. Premium galvanised models are completely low-maintenance and weather-proof, but their heavy panels can be tricky and complex to erect. (Avoid ultra-cheap, thin metal kits as they corrode quickly).
- Planning permission boundaries: You generally will not need planning permission if the building is for domestic use only, stays under 4 metres in total height, and covers less than 50% of your total garden space. Always verify specifics on the Planning Portal for listed properties.
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Other garden shed and playhouse FAQ's
Why is a flat, solid base so vital for a garden shed?
Without a flat, solid foundation, daily use (like moving heavy lawnmowers and tools in and out) and bad weather will cause the ground to shift. A warped base forces the shed frame to twist, which jams the doors, cracks window glass, and creates gaps in the roof panels that allow rain to leak inside.
What credentials and insurance should my installer have?
There are no formal trade qualifications required to build a shed. You should ask to see references or photos of previous garden builds they have completed. Crucially, ensure your chosen tradesperson carries Public Liability Insurance to protect your property against accidental damage during the build.
What are the top questions to ask a shed installer before they quote?
Always protect your budget by asking: Does your quote include clearing the site and building the base, or just assembling the kit? Will you be completing all the work yourself, or bringing in an electrician for power? Can you provide references for similar garden structures you've built?
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I set up Mark Shields Garden and Landscape Services last year, previous to this I worked for a large landscaping company for many years, I offer a affordable, reliable service and an overall professional approach to all work I undertake.
Mark and Aaron did a great job. The garden was like a swamp before they started, they had sub zero temperatures, ice, snow and frozen turf to deal with but it was finished to a high standard and on time, they cleared everything up after they had finished and took all the rubbish away. Would have no hesitation in recommending them.
Hi and welcome to hi-tech tree and garden services we are a well established family run business that covers the Dorset , Hampshire and Somerset areas we cover all aspects of tree and gardening services all our work is carried out to the highest standard. All our team are fully qualified and insured
We ar a family business nic and gas safe registered Full guarantees given We travel and work Swansea Cardiff Bristol Bath London
Carl and his team gave a very competitive quote. The work was completed to an extremely high standard. We ran into a few pre existing problems, but Keiran and Mike quickly sorted these out for us. We were very happy with the finished job and Mike made sure any mess was kept to a minimum. Highly recommended
Professional builder with 20 yrs experience. Simple repairs to total refurbs & extensions to high standard. Experienced with council planning, architects & engineers & employ an excellent team always ensuring that our customers are happy with our work.
Professional, punctual and perfect !! The work and all aspects of dealing with Jonathan were totally satisfactory. This was Jonathan's first work for me - I will definitely be a return customer. PJ Morrison, SW6
hi there I'm tracy Mccready from Mccready's property maintenance. I do a good job for a fair price and provide a reliable service in all property maintenance and improvements. we are fully insured for 2 million pound public liability and safety conscious. I offer a free quotation and free advice. I always listen to the customer to find out what they want and need that suits there budget building up good relationships that last for many of years . we are here to help with all your roofing ,building and landscaping needs . we have many satisfied customers who would gladly recommend us to you . we accept most credit cards ,bank transfers or checks. all work comes with a warranty .thank you for taking the time of reading this ,I look forward to hearing from you
After two phone conversations, we agreed on a specific date for the work to begin. Unfortunately, the contractor did not turn up, even though I had taken a day off work specifically for the installation. Communication was also very poor, with messages going unanswered and no clear notice that the appointment would not go ahead. Overall, this was very unprofessional and resulted in nothing but a waste of my time.
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Based in Brentwood We carry out a wide variety of works from maintenance to bathrooms and full refurbishments, we provide a clean and professional service on 100% of jobs. With over 10 years of experience we have a solution to every problem so feel feel to contact us with any task
Professional, good quality job and friendly. Recommend
Hey there were a small sole trading based Company who cover most if not all exterior home improvements and repairs to a very high standard polite quick and fast are all compliments we’ve received from multiple customers over the years and we aim to keep this up and continue to grow while still providing the same happy affordable service we always have
Expensive end of reasonable pricing. Got in touch fast, turned up fast, did the job fast, good comms. Friendly enough, no complaints really. :)
ws joinery undertakes all aspects of joinery work to the highest standards.internal and external doors fitted.skirting boards..wooden and laminate flooring.decking and many more
I have over 14 years of experience in the building trade(started young). I am able to do all aspects of building work except plumbing and electrics and take great joy in all i do. Being a builder I have realised their is always solutions to any problem.
Arrived on time and did what we wanted done (loft ladder). Was pleasant and polite observing current Covid rules. We have arranged for him to come back and do various other jobs.
CHRIS WOODWARD BUILDING SERVICES. WITH OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE. ALL TYPES OF WORK UNDERTAKEN BRICKWORK, STONEWORK, PATIOS, PLASTERING, ROOFING, FENCING, GUTTERING ETC... CITY AND GUILDS APPROVED. LIABILITY INSURANCE. HONEST, RELIABLE & TRUSTWORTHY.
High quality work from a very friendly and knowledgeable tradesman. Very pleased with the finished job.
Chereji Construction LTD
Garden Shed / Playhouse
Chereji Construction Ltd is a trusted, we boast over 8 years of industry experience.Our team specialises in a range of service, Painting&Decoration , Interior/Exterior,Bathroom Fittings, Kitchen Fittings, Tilling,Full refurbishment,Carpentry plus more! We have experience in all industry sectors including top-sec residential development.We know that our reputation is built by workforces ,so we pay great attention to their welfare,especially regarding health and safety .
I have 18 years experience working for a building company that does insurance claims. And now I have been self employed for 6 years. I have public liability insurance.
Unfortunately I couldn’t recommend Neil, original quote was £160 plus materials, (1 day job) took him 6 hours to do 10% of the job and ended up asking him to leave as it was going to cost a fortune to keep him on to finish the work. Also quoted £50 - £70 for materials and then in an email quoted it £135. He seems a nice guy but the quality of work was not acceptable for the price.
We are general builders experienced in all aspects of building including new houses , extensions , structural alterations steel work , sewage works. . New kitchens , bathrooms , orangeries , electrical and plumbing. Air source heat pumps . Free no obligation quotations for work you are considering . All work to current building regulations . Skilled workers with over 20 years experience . We have qualified electricians available for small jobs. We have qualified engineers for steel fabrication .
Sean and Paul are a very good team. They work to a high standard and are very tidy. Excellent rendering. Thank you very much
Countryline driveways uk ltd is family run business over 30 year of experience in landscaping block paving fencing ect we beat any genuine quote ????
The team who carried out the job were hard working, quick and tidy. Work was carried out to a high standard. Recommended.
DK LANDSCAPING LIMITED
Garden Shed / Playhouse
D&R landscaping is a business with over 20 years worth of experience.We are specialists at patios,pointing,fencing and turfing but cover all aspects of a full garden makeover and more. We also specialise in all aspects of groundwork with over 10 years worth of commercial and domestic experience,driving all plant and providing a wide range of groundworks,demolition and bricklaying
Embedded in our culture of hard work, honesty, and getting the well done job, our history tells not only much about our past but also it does our present. Our record of succeeding, surviving, and striving to be the best is central to our reputation today.
Very thorough workmanship with an experienced hardworking team. The work was completed quickly and without interruption to a high standard. I am pleased with the outcome.
James harfeild
Garden Shed / Playhouse
Flourish overhauls & Garden maintenance ltd
Garden Shed / Playhouse
We are a Garden maintenance, Design & clearance specialist based company in Bromley Kent. Our aim always is to deliver a service that is unrivalled leaving our customers with beautiful outdoor spaces.
We are family based team covering most trades including carpentry and joinery, decorating, kitchen fitting, extensions, loft extensions and electrical works at good competitive prices.
David is extremely hard working and a very pleasant, friendly and polite person. His decorating is first class l have no hesitation in recommending him to anyone needing a painting job. He is also very reasonably priced, all round top tradesman.
Work is always completed to the clients specifications. Please ask for any information you’d like.
Daniel was on time, polite and completed painting the front of our house within a tight timeframe! I understand his company also provides other general home improvement services which we will explore in the future. Definitely recommend. Really love the new colour!
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