Buying a new structure for your property like a shed or garage can be pretty exciting. A new shed means you have an additional storage or work space — and a garage can be those, as well as a place to park your car. Once you’ve chosen the design or the structure you’re going to have built, it can be easy to feel like you want to jump the gun and get it on the property right away; but there are a few things you need to do first. Here’s a short list of super essential things that need to be done before building a new structure.
1. Choose the Right Location
The first thing you need to do before building sheds and garages on a property is to plot out the right spot for it. You should find an area where the ground is relatively flat and where the structure will have enough clearance around it. If it’s a wooden shed, you’re going to want to avoid putting it near a lot of bushes or trees that will prevent the wood from getting air, as this might lead to rotting.
2. Build a Foundation
This is probably the most important thing you need to do. Garages and sheds can’t just be built on the ground with nothing to support them. The type, size, and construction of the foundation will all largely depend on the size of the structure you’re going to have built, so it’s probably best to consult with an expert to ensure the longevity of both the foundation and the structure itself. Make sure that you have the foundation built well before the construction of the shed or garage is slated to begin.
3. Check Building Codes in Your Area
Before you start construction, you really need to make sure that you check the building codes and zoning laws for your area. You don’t want to put time and money into a project only to find that you can’t build for one reason or another. In some cases, you may even need a building permit, so check into these things before the structure will be built.
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