Shed / Barn / Garage

[mustash29]

I have an 1800 sqft tri level with limited storage space. I have a lot of lawn & garden crap in the basement and need to free up some room.

I went to the local Agway yesterday to refill the grill propane tank and found some really nice looking sheds. My other half took a look on her way home from work and is also drooling over them.

Amish built, 2x4 construction on 16" centers, heavy plywood floor with 4x4 floor joists / runners, T-111 siding, hip roof, man door on one side, screened windows on one end, alumnium roll up garage door on the other end, delivery, set up and leveling included in the price, beige with chocolate brown doors, trim & shingles.

All I need to provide is a level clearing with my choice of base material, most likely 3/4 gravel. My neighbor runs a landscaping / fencing business and has a 35 hp tractor with plenty of attachments to do the clearing, grading, etc.

How reasonable does 5600 sound for a 12 x 24 shed / barn / garage?

 

[lazeedan]

Seems high to me. But I always buy material and build myself. I paid less than 6k for a 24 x 32 pole building with vinyl siding and shingled roof a few years ago. I only wish I went bigger!

 

[greg13]

Check with a few lumber yards in your area for kit prices on garages, pole barns & sheds. I agree that $5600 sounds high to me.

 

[Warm_in_NH]

Close to 3 grand in materials. I think if you factor in the convenience factor it's not too bad if it's quality built.

Pressure treated 4X4 joists, 5/8 T-111 (not 3/8") quality doors, etc...

I agree to check around, but I would consider it an option. Check on permitting before you buy, it's big enough you're probably going to need one (if you care) depending on your town there may be additional costs or hoops to jump through.

 

[jebatty]

Another answer is to de-clutter and simplify. Stuff always expands beyond the capacity of available storage space.

 

[thinkxingu]

I think that's a good price to have it built--of course, I live in really expensive New England-ville. That being said, I'd cut out the roll-up door if it's a garage door. You could save money by going with double doors, and you'd have a lot more space above for storage. Also pay attention to roof pitch/style. Gambrel or steeper standard pitch will give you more overhead storage which comes in real handy. Finally, pay close attention to window and door placement. If not, you'll lose a lot of valuable wall space for hanging shelves, gear, etc.

S

 

[fossil]

Roll-up door doesn't take up hardly any potential storage space at all. Sounds like better quality materials and much more robust design/construction than the typical kits sold at box stores. Hell, that roll-up door alone is about a $500-$700 item. For a crew to bring the stuff and put the whole thing up for you, it's sounds pretty reasonable to me. But then, I'm an old tired guy who used to do all that stuff but now I'm more inclined to sit back with a beer and watch someone else do it for me. Rick

ETA: Not like you'll have nothing to do...you'll likely want to add paint/stain/trim/whatever, and build in storage/shelving/whatnot, and maybe lighting...run power to it, or use battery or solar fixtures. Let them build it, if that fits your budget, then make it yours with some imagination and work.