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What do you do on those tough days when getting out of the house is not an option? How can you make extra indoor space on your property for work or play without spending an arm and a leg? You can buy a shed from us, here at Sheds Unlimited and transform it into a backyard workshop shed. We are here to serve you and provide you with a backyard studio workshop, a retreat building, or whatever you need to create enough space to work or relax.
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Why build a backyard workshop shed?
Now, you may be asking yourself, “Why would I want a backyard workshop?”. Well, the answer is quite simple, a backyard workshop can help you solve a multitude of problems. If you need a quiet place to work away from the distractions back home, then building a backyard workshop is the way to go! Or maybe you just want a place to relax and get away for a bit, well your workshop shed is the perfect place to be!
How to turn your shed into a workshop
Here’s everything you need to turn your shed into a workshop:
Run electricity so you have power. You’ll want to be able to power your tools as well as power your lighting.
Install a workbench. A workbench is essential for a workshop shed so that you have a place to get your work done.
Insulate your shed (optional). If you live in an area where the weather gets unbearably cold or hot, you may want to consider insulating your shed. Insulation can also help prevent moisture build-up and mold, and aid in increasing your workshop’s life span.
Install pegboards and shelving. It’s important to keep your backyard workshop shed organized so that you don’t lose things while working on your projects.
Backyard workshop shed FAQs
How much does it cost to build a backyard workshop shed?
Depending on the size of the workshop and the customizations you’d like to add, the price ranges from $6,000 all the way up to $120,000. But, on average, a workshop shed will run you about $10,000.
What is a good size shed for a workshop?
Depending on what you’ll be working on and storing, the perfect size will vary. An 8×12 shed is just enough space to have a comfortable workshop with some storage space. A 10×16 shed is the perfect size as it provides ample storage space as well as room for a workbench and tools.
Can a shed be a workshop?
Yes, a shed can be a workshop, a shed is an ideal space for a workshop as it allows you to have a nice calm designated area to work in without having to worry too much about cleaning.
Does a workshop add value to a home?
A workshop can help increase your home’s asking price, this price increase is estimated to be up to $15,000.
Mary’s Backyard Workshop
Mary Jane McCarty was looking to move her small home-based sewing business out of the dark basement when she pondered the idea of buying one of those Amish storage sheds and finishing it out for a small new backyard workshop. That was when she came across Sheds Unlimited and placed an order for a Classic Storage Shed which was customized to the tee to meet her needs. She added a large window on the end to allow for plenty of light into the backyard studio and ordered 15 light double doors for her new backyard workshop.
When the backyard workshop shed arrived six weeks after placing the order, she hired local contractors to finish the inside with insulation, electricity, and flooring. The backyard studio shed was made ready to be used in a very short time and for a cheap backyard studio price. The backyard workshop price was $10,579 with all the interior work completed.
FREE ESTIMATE on a Backyard Workshop
Sheds Unlimited will soon be showcasing more of their backyard studio sheds, small cabin sheds, backyard retreat ideas, and backyard office projects. So stay tuned to learn more about all the possibilities offered by Sheds Unlimited and let us know if we can be of any assistance in creating the perfect backyard escape for your home. Another idea is to turn your backyard workshop into a shed photography studio. You may also be interested in our Top 10 Backyard Portable Buildings for Sale. Call us at 717-442-3281 or email our office to learn more.
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The driver Sam JR did an outstanding job in maneuvering the shed to my foundation pad. The workmanship on the shed was excellent from ordering to delivery it was seamless From Joe calciano
Joe Calciano
Yonkers, NY
November 4, 2022
Everyone is super helpful and pleasant. We customized a potting shed to make it our backyard oasis in the city. The process was painless. When we had a problem they worked very hard to make
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Everyone is super helpful and pleasant. We customized a potting shed to make it our backyard oasis in the city. The process was painless. When we had a problem they worked very hard to make it right. Our shed is just perfect and we practically live in it all summer.
Smooth operation. Really liked the design software on the website so I could see what my shed would look like before ordering. Had helpful salesman and delivery was smooth. Good job!
Matt W
Jenkintown, PA
August 29, 2022
Great shed! Well worth the wait.
Betsy Gordon
Toms River, NJ
August 29, 2022
When Nate the driver arrived, I was greeted with courtesy and professionalism which immediately put me at ease to the insulation of the shed which was perfect. Nate was very informative of the workings of
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When Nate the driver arrived, I was greeted with courtesy and professionalism which immediately put me at ease to the insulation of the shed which was perfect. Nate was very informative of the workings of the shed. I am very pleased with the whole process.
Great experience. Super friendly, reliable, and helpful. Nate, the driver who delivered it was great & got it here and in place without any issues.
ER
NJ
August 10, 2022
From ordering the shed to delivery, the experience was great! Nate delivered the shed within the delivery timeframe. He placed the shed exactly where we wanted it and took the time to walk us around
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From ordering the shed to delivery, the experience was great! Nate delivered the shed within the delivery timeframe. He placed the shed exactly where we wanted it and took the time to walk us around the shed, show us a few things and ask if we had any questions. Would definitely order from Sheds Unlimited again!
Excellent quality and excellent service. Better than any major lumber supply company.
Art Kieffer
Manalapan, NJ
June 27, 2022
I couldn’t be happier with my experience with ShedsUnlimited. Everyone from our salesman, Andrew, to the construction manager, Gideon, down to the three carpenters who constructed our shed on site, Leroy, Chris and Junior Blake,
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I couldn’t be happier with my experience with ShedsUnlimited. Everyone from our salesman, Andrew, to the construction manager, Gideon, down to the three carpenters who constructed our shed on site, Leroy, Chris and Junior Blake, did an excellent job of creating the shed just the way we wanted it. I am appreciative of their patience while I was making choices, and their respect for my time and property. My shed was scheduled to be built in the time frame that was promised. The crew arrived from out of state on time and worked efficiently in a synchronized manner to build the shed on our pad. The men were very respectful for the surrounding property as well. What a pleasure to receive what was promised without any glitches.