Farm sheds are primarily used to store farming equipment. Today, these spaces have become more versatile, addressing more needs of many homeowners (e.g. Many sheds today are used as workshops). If you’re building one on your property, avoid these nine common mistakes to make the most of your every penny.

Not knowing your storage requirements. One of the most common mistakes that property owners make when building a shed is building something that’s too small or too low. This is why you must thoroughly take note of your storage space needs in the long run. This will help you determine the proper dimensions of the shed that you’re eying to erect.

Not having a proper timeline and budget plan. While steel framed buildings are relatively easier to construct, you still have to be detail-oriented when it comes to crafting your project plan. How much budget will you allocate? What are your financing options? How long should this project take? If you are to construct your shed phase by phase due to budget constraints, how will your timeline look like?

Not choosing durable materials. Sheds are an investment. And if you’re investing, you’d want to make the most of it. To fully maximise your farm shed, you have to design and build one that’s meant to last for the decades to come. Your material should be of high quality, durable, and easy to maintain. Consider steel frames, which have the characteristics mentioned earlier. Plus, they’re also known to be highly fire-resistant.

Not selecting the right location for your shed. Where will you build your shed? It should be accessible and located on a site where there’s a proper foundation. If you place it directly on the ground, you will encounter an array of issues in the long run (e.g. Moisture damage, pest infestation).

Not considering the necessary building permits. Planning to construct steel framed buildings within your property to serve as your farm shed? Before you proceed, make sure you’ve obtained all the necessary permits first.

Not having enough lighting and ventilation. Just like any other area in your home, a farm shed needs to have adequate lighting and ventilation. These two elements are essential in ensuring that you can accomplish any task you’d like to do inside the shed properly and comfortably. You won’t want to spend too much time locating some tool just because you don’t have enough light.

Not including power supply in your plan. This is another critical element of any farm shed plan. As we live in a world where many equipment and tools are powered by electricity or rechargeable batteries, it’s a must to install power outlets throughout your shed strategically.

Not hiring the right contractor. Building and designing a good shed is not a do-it-yourself task. Because it entails accomplishing several tasks accurately, you have to hire professionals to help you out. You can also seek their advice as to which materials you should choose and what are dimensions would best cater to your needs, among others.

Not taking safety into account. Another good thing about hiring a reputable contractor that specialises in farm sheds is safety. They have the right tools and enough experience and knowledge about the job, which will all help to minimise injuries while your shed is being built

Fowler & Gilbert are trusted experts when it comes to farm sheds and steel framed buildings. For more information, contact us or visit our website today.