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12×30 Motorcycle Shed & Man Cave

Kevin Wallace loves to cruise the scenic back roads of Virginia on his 150 horsepower Suzuki bike. But when he hits the road in his 18-wheeler, the bike has to stay home. In a 12×30 High-Wall barn. It has plenty of living space.

Do I Need A Permit To Build A Shed In Harrisonburg, VA?

Building or buying a storage shed? Finding up-to-date ... local ... accurate ... permit requirements can be difficult. We've compiled the permit and zoning info you need to get you on your way in Harrisonburg, VA.

LP SmartSide vs. T1-11 Siding for Sheds

April 20, 2016
Wendell Nisly
Animal Shelter, Garages, Learning Center, Sheds

Are you trying to get the inside scoop on what kind of shed siding really performs best. In this article you will find a comparison of T1-11 siding and LP SmartSide. T1-11 harks from the 1960's, and was a major advance in its day. Over the years, however, some weaknesses became evident--primarily that it had to be repainted or restained every ...

PROS and CONS of Shingle Shed Roofs

February 23, 2016
Wendell Nisly
Animal Shelter, Garages, Learning Center, Sheds

Shingles are America's most popular roof. They are inexpensive and versatile. But like any other roofing material, they have their own sets of strengths and weaknesses. To make a smart, informed buying decision, you need to weigh the pros and cons of shingles. For starters...

7 Tips for a Great Shed Placement

Many of you have heard the one about the DOT that built a bridge in the middle of the desert, with no roads leading to or from it. When they figured out what they had done, they rushed out to remove the evidence--but someone else had found it already, and was sitting fishing on it. The good news is, shed placement is easier and less costly than figuring out where to spend your tax dollars on bridges. Here are 7 tips on shed placement.

5 Questions To Ask Your Shed Builder Before You Buy

September 2, 2015
Wendell Nisly
Garages, Gazebos, Learning Center, Sheds

When it comes to where you buy your new shed, you have a lot of options. Don’t get stuck spending a boat-load of money for a canoe’s-worth of storage shed! Knowing what questions to ask can make the difference between a decision you love and a decision you loathe. Before you hop in your truck to visit Lowe’s or a local shed builder, arm yourself with these 5 basic questions.