Storage Building Plans for Building Outdoor Storage Sheds

Planning is essential to the success of any project so thats why using some type of storage building plans will help with every step of planning. If you don't have plans, you will not be able to get permits, you won't know what materials you need to buy let alone the cut lengths. On top of that the plans should show you different options for the type of roof you want.

This article will explain what you should take into consideration before construction begins because planning is essential to the success of any project. You can also get an idea of the budget. At the end you will find a link to a highly recommended product that provides a variety of blueprints.

Shed Location
Think carefully about where you want to build this storage shed and try to keep it close to electricity and water points if you need this in the shed. Also think about weather and the dominant winds. You don't want driving rain coming into the front door.

Permits
One you have plans you will have to get building permits and check the building codes in your area.

Materials
The best storage shed blueprints will come with a detailed materials list and the respective cut lengths. (free plans don't!)This can actually save you money because you can get the wood cut to size at your local lumbar plant or DIY store. This is cheaper than buying the pre cut wood.

Foundations.
What are you going to be storing in the shed and does it matter if you have a dirt floor? If you don't mind a dirt floor then you can do without one but to keep the dust out, concrete will be a better option and your plans will instruct you on how to lay the foundations. To help you, try to choose a building site on a relatively flat piece of ground preferably in an area that is well drained.

Roof
Choose the type of roof from a hip,gable,gambrel or shed roof. The cheapest and easiest to construct is the shed roof and the gambrel is more complex and expensive but definitely the most attractive.

Finishing Touches
Either paint or varnish the building with something that is weather resitant for your area. This will go a long way into maintaining and keeping costs down if this backyard barn or storage space is going to be long term.