If you are a beginner, then before you take on any project it's critical to get everything you need first.
Creating an action plan is an excellent way to start.
If you want to build a shed, then you will need to get a set of shed plans.
But before you do so, it's important to know exactly what you're looking for.
The following questions will help you prepare for your shed building project.
What is the purpose of the shed? Initially, you might be thinking that the shed is just going to be for garden tools.
However, will other items be stored in it over time? For example, maybe your kids have equipment that needs to be stored.
Perhaps your wife needs storage space for the outdoor Christmas decorations.
Think long and hard about what will get stored in your shed before making any decisions.
How big? Once you have determined what will be stored in your shed, then you can figure out just how much storage will be needed.
This involves factoring in any future purchases that you may have planned.
For instance, if you are building a garden shed, then chances are that you will add to your equipment collection as time passes.
The last thing you want to happen is to run out of space.
Where will it be placed? Where is the ideal spot for your shed? Make sure at the very least that it's easily accessible.
You may prefer to have it be hidden so it's not apart of your landscaping.
Think big picture, as you are not going to want to make a mistake here.
Check to ensure that the spot you want it is large enough for the shed.
Is a building permit required? Research what the shed building by-laws are for your area.
Typically, a building permit isn't necessary if it's within a certain size.
If it's bigger than that size, then building plans must be submitted for approval.
You don't want city officials to tell you to take your shed down because it doesn't comply with their regulations.
What is your budget? This probably needs to be answered before any other question.
Unless you know how much you can spend, then it's difficult to know what shed plan to get and which materials you can afford.
Knowing your budget will help you answer some of the questions listed above.
Where can you find shed plans? You can check the home improvement stores in your area, home planners, and websites online.
Now you have answers to some of the most important questions about your shed.
Now you are ready to get started!