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Things to consider before buying a shed...
Things to consider before buying a shed...
- Do you have enough space for the size of shed you're interested in?
Our sheds are delivered already completed, so you'll need enough room on your property for delivery and placement of the shed. Typically you'll want about 2ft additional space added to the width of your building available for a safe delivery.
Our sheds are delivered already completed, so you'll need enough room on your property for delivery and placement of the shed. Typically you'll want about 2ft additional space added to the width of your building available for a safe delivery.
For example, if your shed is 10ft wide, you'd want at least a 12ft wide space for the shed to be able to be maneuvered into the right spot.
For example, if your shed is 10ft wide, you'd want at least a 12ft wide space for the shed to be able to be maneuvered into the right spot.
- Do you have a level spot on your property for the shed to sit evenly?
If not, no worries. We recommend using concrete blocks (4"W x 8" H x 16"L). We actually sell these blocks on our lot in Sultan for your convenience or you can purchase them from Lowe's. You can also pour a concrete slab on your property if you're confident that your building will remain there for many years and it complies with your city/county's regulations. The only ground type we don't recommend is using peat gravel, as your building will settle over time and likely end up uneven over time causing issues with doors/windows opening and closing properly.
If not, no worries. We recommend using concrete blocks (4"W x 8" H x 16"L). We actually sell these blocks on our lot in Sultan for your convenience or you can purchase them from Lowe's. You can also pour a concrete slab on your property if you're confident that your building will remain there for many years and it complies with your city/county's regulations. The only ground type we don't recommend is using peat gravel, as your building will settle over time and likely end up uneven over time causing issues with doors/windows opening and closing properly.
- Is your property easily accessible for our delivery team?
Think of trees, shrubs, bushes, low hanging powerlines, bridges, hwy overpasses, and tunnels leading up to your property. Our buildings are delivered on a trailer with a minimum total height of 12ft depending on the size of building. Not sure? That's okay, we can conduct a site visit in most cases first.
Think of trees, shrubs, bushes, low hanging powerlines, bridges, hwy overpasses, and tunnels leading up to your property. Our buildings are delivered on a trailer with a minimum total height of 12ft depending on the size of building. Not sure? That's okay, we can conduct a site visit in most cases first.
- Does your city, county, or neighborhood have restrictions on building size and type and will you be applying for a permit?
Check your local city, county, and/or neighborhood websites to verify if a permit is needed. Don't stress though, permits are usually very simple to acquire and not very expensive.
Check your local city, county, and/or neighborhood websites to verify if a permit is needed. Don't stress though, permits are usually very simple to acquire and not very expensive.
- Don't under-estimate your storage space needs.
People often wish they had purchased a larger after they've moved in all of their stored items. You may even want to use your shed as a shed-home later on. Think "big" and long term.
People often wish they had purchased a larger after they've moved in all of their stored items. You may even want to use your shed as a shed-home later on. Think "big" and long term.
- Are you buying a shed built with durable materials and good warranties?
Our sheds are the best on the market built using amish techniques. We use real 5/8" premium pressure treated plywood on the walls and floors and duratemp siding on the outside to keep moisture away. Our patented soffit vent system will keep your building up to 20 degrees cooler in the Summer by allowing heat and moisture to escape through the ridge vent. We also offer amazing warranties! 25 years on the roof, 7 years on our craftsmanship, and LIFETIME on the treated wood.
Our sheds are the best on the market built using amish techniques. We use real 5/8" premium pressure treated plywood on the walls and floors and duratemp siding on the outside to keep moisture away. Our patented soffit vent system will keep your building up to 20 degrees cooler in the Summer by allowing heat and moisture to escape through the ridge vent. We also offer amazing warranties! 25 years on the roof, 7 years on our craftsmanship, and LIFETIME on the treated wood.
Value vs. Price - Understand what you're buying...
All portable buildings are NOT created equal.
What are the walls and floors built with?
We use real 5/8" pressure treated plywood in walls and floors with galvanized ring shank nails that won't rust! Other companies use OSB chip board on walls and composite floors. They will soak up water and rot out fast which will attract bugs and rodents.
Does the company offer financing?
We offer rent-to-own payment plan options. No credit check and it won't be reported to the Credit Bureau! You're approved! You can also pay 20% down and the rest on the day of delivery.
Does the company offer any warranties?
All of our buildings come with a limited manufacturer's LIFETIME warranty on the treated wood, 25 year warranty on the roof, and 7 year warranty on our craftsmanship! Most other companies offer 5 year warranties at a max or none at all.
What are delivery costs?
We offer Free delivery within 50 miles of any dealer lot (including cost of pilot cars), and then $3.50+ per mile after that. Other companies charge for all delivery miles and add on pilot cars and other fees after you've already signed the paperwork. They sneak in unknown charges. We provide our prices up front so you know what you're paying for and no hidden fees.
Are pilot cars needed and included in the price?
We include pilot cars for free for all deliveries within 50 miles of any dealer lot and then wou'll pay the additional amount per mile after that. Any building that is at least 12ft wide and/or extra height walls will need pilot cars per DOT regulations. We provide this info before you purchase.
Does the company offer to anchor down your building and is there a charge?
We offer free anchoring on the day of delivery! Let us know if you want your building anchored down before your delivery date. Most other companies charge for anchoring or don't offer this service at all.
Does the company have a good customer service you can trust?
We offer the best customer service on a personal level. Feel free to stop by or call our dealership when you need assistance. We're happy to contact Graceland on your behalf.
We build, deliver, set up, and anchor down all included in your price of the building! Other shed companies can't say the same!
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