Attach Wheels to your Shed

December 18, 2010  //  Posted by: admin  //  Category: Storage / Warehousing

Attaching wheels to a shed requires an approach that is similar to changing a flat tire of your car, only this time all four wheels must be tended to at once.

Determine the size of the wheels and trailer after careful consideration of the size and shape of the shed. Next remove everything from inside the shed and brace windows and doors with wooden braces to avoid opening.

Dig out the earth from around the four corners to allow a flat space for the jacks. Once the shed has been lifted somewhat slip pipes or boards under and use the bracing strips to lift it off the ground with the help of a crane.
Prepare the trailer by attaching the chosen wheels and position it exactly below the lifted shed or where you want the shed to be. Once in place lower the shed and rest on the trailer accurately.

Constructing a 40×30 sq Feet Storage Building

December 18, 2010  //  Posted by: admin  //  Category: Storage / Warehousing

Storage space is often wanted in any house and when you have none left within the house it makes sense to construct a shed for storage outside of the house.

The first thing in your to do list for constructing a storage structure should be to get a permit license. Select and clear the 30×40 space to begin work, planning for any water element at this stage itself.

Start your foundation wall ensuring it is two feet deeper than ground level. Lay out a metal grid for the floor areas have it filled with concrete and let dry. Put up framing allowing for doors and windows.

Place extra strong plywood of your choice on the roof and layer with tiles, shingles or other material. Build roof overhangs and add guttering.

Construct the walls making sure they match with your existing home. Insulate the whole properly and install doors and windows.