So where can a "Do It Yourselfer" get good information when it's time to build? I like to look around everywhere I can, gather my options and put a good plan in order before even deciding on what kind of shed I need or how to build it. Here's a few places I have had some good luck in finding help.
Check out shed instructions online- There are so many sites online to find help in building your own shed. Even Bob Villa has a site with tone of information on DIY projects. You can look on hardware store sites like Lowe's and Home Depot. They will often have informational pages as well. Of course they'll help you buy materials from them too.
Libraries have books on shed building- Some people still know where their public libraries are and how to use them. Just ask the nice lady at the desk where the books on shed construction are, and they will lead you in the right direction. You'll find a ton of resources there. I always go for the books with lots of pictures. You'll even find shed plans in books to help yourself to.
Already built sheds- My favorite thing to do when I am thinking of building something is to go look at examples. I've gone to neighbors and friends that were building sheds and observed their steps and how each part fits together. The best is when the builder is there, so you can ask him or her questions about things you may not understand.
Contractors- Of course good contractors are experienced in the areas of carpentry and roofing and concrete. If you know one or happen to run across one that will give you some time, ask as many questions as you can. Ignore the ones that consistently say things like, "Oh, I wouldn't worry too much over this or that." Listen to the one who keeps saying, "Make sure you do this or that right." You don't want a short cut way of doing things. You do want to do things well.
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