OT - Sheds....Good and Bad Stories
Submitted: Sunday, Jun 15, 2008 at 22:03
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Just bought a house (first) and need to put up a big shed. I'm looking at 7x15x3.1 or 8x12x3.1.
Now the internet is full of different manufacturers/resellers and the options are mind blowing.
I've spoken to a few mates that have had d sheds built and the construction techniques vary widely and I'm assuming this is why the prices do too (for the same size shed).
One mate had to bolt foot plates to the concrete and then "use 3 tech screws" to hold the uprights to them. That sounded bleep weak to me. I would be expecting the uprights to be all one piece with floor mounting plate already attached/bolted.
Anyone had any good or bad experiences with different types of sheds?? If you can remember the brand that would help immensly.
One great site I did stumble over is from www.shedsales.om.au and they have a virtual shed quoting system. Its great and allows you to get a quote on any size shed you want and you get a 3D diagram showing what your shed looks like as you build it...right down to the colour. Just a pity their prices "seem" a bit dear compared with some of the other websites.
Any
feedback would be appreciated. This shed will cost more than any vehicle I have ever bought so it needs to be a good one.
Reply By: Crackles - Sunday, Jun 15, 2008 at 22:25
Sunday, Jun 15, 2008 at 22:25
When comparing sheds you need to
check the type/size of posts & purlins & the thickness of the cladding. Cheaper sheds often don't even flash the walls instead just rolling a sheet of iron around the corner.
I spent a bit extra on a Telfords shed which came with C section steel posts/purlins & we assembled it perfectly as per their detailed plans with little previous knowledge.
To get a reasonable price though you're probably going to be limited to shed company's in your local area.
Ask to see a shed they have errected rather than just buying off the plan.
Cheers Craig..........
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