Cost Cutting Tips When You Build a Shed Its not uncommon to hear a homeowner complain about the mess they have in their attic and in their garage, sometimes iteven overflows to their very own living area. It seems that even though you have a big home, space is lacking. It s easy to understand why most homeowners would want to have a storage shed. Not only will you have a functional structure in your property but you will also have a source for great pride and joy. But, if you ve never even built a stool from scratch or even a simple paper weight, then what more with a shed. This case though is not hopeless. If you have the extra money, then by all means buy yourself a shed. Consulting your local lumber dealer would give you a chance to make a wise decision as to which wood would be best suited for the climate in your area. To ensure that your shed will be durable and secure and also effective in protecting your belongings inside, try to use lumber that has been pressure treated. To make this project work, and by that I mean make it serve its purpose and also make your shed look complimentary to your existing home and other structures, there are some essential factors that you need to keep in mind. First things first, if you want your lean to shed to look good and make it seem as it has been with the original plans of your home, you should design your shed to have a finish that is the same as your home. With a good set of detailed plans, you yourself will be able to do the construction job. You don t even have to do the plans yourself, plans are easily available whether online or from your local construction shop. If you re getting confused when building your skid foundation, you can just easily refer to the plans. First step: Determine first how much storage space you need. Look at the stuff you need to move from your garage and determine which can be put on shelves and racks and which would require floor space. From there you will be able to have an estimate. Second step: Prepare your plans or a blueprint for the shed.