Common Questions and Answers to Help You With Your Garage Purchase

One of the most common problems our customers have when trying to decide on new garages is where to start. Although we do all we can to make the process easier, people often come to us without much of a clue on what they need or even how to figure it out. Fortunately, we've compiled some purchase questions that ought to help.

What Will the Garage Be Used to Store?

You may know that you want to store a particular vehicle or two, but you to have a think about what that entails. We tell our customers to think about the sizes and number of their vehicles. This helps them determine how much space they need in terms of width and length as well as how the openings ought to be sized and arranged. This question is especially important for people who use their garages to store special pieces of workshop kit.

Who Can Put it Together?

Always ask your garage vendor whether or not assembly requires special skills. It's no good to get an unassembled garage plan that you can't even put together. While our models are all easy for home handymen to tackle in a couple of days, some firms offer garage units that require a bit more extensive skill. Remember that complex build instructions don't necessarily equate better garages.

How Can Each Model Be Modified?

Many people like particular garages, but they still have qualms about a few of the little details. Don't settle for anything less than total satisfaction. Ask the vendor if their plans can be changed to match the roof shape of the buildings around them, whether or not they can be built in different colours, and if things like windows or extra doors can be added.

Good garage vendors like us are no strangers to modifications. We understand that each owner has unique requirements. That's why work hard to customise our products and plans so that our customers don't have to try to make a generic model fit their specific needs.

Check and Make Sure Your Shed is ShedSafe

We have been awarded a ShedSafe accreditation, and this makes a world of a difference when it comes to erecting sheds. We know that building a shed is no small affair. There are many things to organise. First, the design has to be selected and tailored to suit your specific needs and the building permits arranged. Then the site needs to be prepared before construction can finally begin. The entire project can appear a little stressful. Sometimes, questions can still lurk in the back of your mind, small anxieties about whether or not you have made the right choice. There is a lot of time and money at stake! One of the easiest ways to put your mind at ease is to check that the shed company has been awarded the ShedSafe accreditation.

The ShedSafe accreditation was the Australian Steel Institute's (ASI) response to a serious industry issue. In 2006, Australia was hit by the destructive force of Cyclone Larry. As authorities dealt with the aftermath, questions were raised as to why so many sheds seemed to have just crumbled in the path of Larry. Tropical storms are a common occurrence, and to ready ourselves for just such occasions, building standards set by the Building Code of Australia (BCA) were established to protect both life and property. Yet investigations showed that many steel structures failed to meet the safety guidelines set by the BCA.

Appalled by the findings, the ASI went further in their investigations to discover a staggering number of sheds across other states did not meet industry expectations. We, however, were one of the first companies to be acknowledged by the Australian Steel Institute as being an industry leader in steel shed construction in Australia. Having the ShedSafe accreditation means that we design, build and sell a shed that strictly adheres to the stringent safety guidelines set by the BCA.

The ShedSafe accreditation can only be earned. Our company has passed the meticulous auditing from a panel of independent experts selected by the ASI. We take this accreditation very seriously and are committed to designing and building a shed that the Australian public can trust. Our sheds – whether they are a garage, barn, farm shed or a large commercial shed – are all constructed with our personal guarantee of quality and durability.

Not only does the ShedSafe accreditation help you, the consumer, identify a company that produces a safe, well-engineered shed that will withstand the rigours of the Australian climate, you can rest easy knowing that your money is well spent on a quality purchase that will stand the test of time. The ShedSafe seal of approval found attached to each and every one of our designs is a promise of a quality product that you can trust.

Add Some Style to Your Home with Our Carport Designs

A shed can be a welcomed attribute of both the residential and commercial property. However, the design is so important in the overall impact of the shed. Here are five things to consider when comparing different designs for sheds.
The Purpose

Designs for sheds are tailored to meet a need. With this in mind, do a quick examination of where the shed will stand. Knowing the space available will help to determine the size and style of the shed. With this information, a property owner is better equipped to peruse various design options.

The Site
Sheds can be modified to fit with the space available and even the lay of the land. Roof spans can be created to cover areas between existing buildings. Different roof pitches and styles can also be adopted to blend with neighbouring buildings, further enhancing the property’s appeal. Bay widths and lengths may also be used to fit the space. Finally, uneven land and even a sloping site can all be dealt with by simply adjusting the support frames accordingly. As shed designs can accommodate a variety of flooring options, most uneven sites can easily be tamed to host one.

Barns and Multi-Purpose Sheds
By providing the property with a shed that can store machinery or livestock, a barn is an ideal multi-purpose shed. It can provide a second story with additional storage, an office space or even staff lunch quarters. However, if the budget cannot accommodate such designs, then any of the single or the multi-car garage options may be a better choice. Garages can also be a more cost-effective choice for the modest budget.

Shade Awnings
Sheds can be further developed with the addition of carports or shade awnings. Carports are a popular way to provide additional cover for vehicles and to extend outdoor entertaining areas. They can be attached to the sides of a shed, a house or stand independently. They are a low-cost alternative and can also help to expand the designs of sheds when funds are tight.

Other Options
Shed designs can be individualised. Any shed can be fitted with skylights, windows and doors. Mezzanine flooring and stairs can make use of roof space too. Roller doors and sliding doors allow sheds to be opened to accommodate large vehicles and industrial needs. Bay widths can be adjusted or even blocked in. The sheds come in a variety of colours with matching trims and embellishments that make them a stunning feature for any property.

Selecting the right shed design is a matter of personal choice. With the ability to customise any design, a shed can be as unique as the individual creating it. When it comes to considering the design elements of a shed, the sky is the limit. It will greatly depend on the site, the budget and the reason a shed is required. Regardless of this, all sheds are designed by experts to provide a quality product that has been tried and tested for the Australian climate.

Picking the Best Designs for Sheds

The way a business designs its facilities and property definitely dictates how much use it gets out of them. When you're choosing your custom designs for sheds, you can't simply get caught up in what looks good. It's critical to follow our basic plan for picking the best options.

The first task to tackle is differentiation. Two shed structures that look the same from the outside can have completely different internal characteristics that change their usefulness. Features like multiple vehicle entry bays, offices, and livestock stalls are all common parts of our many designs for sheds. That's why we strongly advise our customers to look at plans and descriptions with a fine-toothed comb. Only after deciding what the new structure will be used for should you choose a specific model or design.

Another big factor is space. While this seems more obvious to figure out, it's important to remember that two equivalently sized floor plans aren't necessarily going to offer equal convenience. If you're just storing excess stock from one of your retail locations, for instance, you might not need as many square feet as you would for storing a fleet of corporate vehicles, even if you only had a few cars and trucks. Think about how much you have to do to work with and maintain the assets you want to house, and consider how much extra space these activities require. Also remember that different sizes of entryway make it easier to get things in and out, which can be important with long-term storage.

Finally, don't forget the consumer aspect. While many business owners purchase designs for sheds based on their utility alone, others use their facilities for retail consumer interaction, so they require fancier settings and internal fixtures. Designer add-ons like real wooden doors and historically compliant external modifications ensure that your building sets the right tone as well as providing ample space for the tasks you need to perform. Our happiest customers are the ones who consider all of these factors thoroughly before making a final selection.