Random “He Shed” Questions

[IndyWS6]

TLDR version. We have two houses, we’ve decided to make her house our “forever home”. I’ll need to give up some things, I’m OK with that, but I’ll need to have a “He Shed” built to host my guitar rigs and A/V setup (it’s fucking killer ). I’m guessing it needs to be about 20 x 12, give or take. It will obviously need HVAC, electric and water.. I’ll likely have a concrete pad poured prior. Where do I look for something like that? Is there a “standard” built option? Is this a “custom build” scenario?

 

[JDs Couch]

Custom build for sure. Depending on the neighborhood situation (i.e. do you have neighbors?) I'd be looking at building a room within a room for soundproofing if you want to crank it up without causing strife. Fun project!
Also, for acoustics you could do some research into ideal dimensions(avoid multiples and even ratios to reduce standing waves and frequency oddities.)

 

[PDC]

Maybe search a few custom car / Pro-Touring forums online. The size you are thinking of on a concrete pad with HVAC sounds like what many car enthusiasts have built for a dedicated storage / workshop set-up at home. I know I have run into a couple of 'Home Shop Build Threads' on a few of the car forums. Bound to be some good info out there. This sounds like a super cool project!

 

[JDs Couch]

When you say water, are you thinking to include a bathroom?

 

[70 Mach 1]

Fuck that. Put her in a she shed and you rock the house

 

[IndyWS6]

When you say water, are you thinking to include a bathroom?

No, but it would be nice to have a sink. I’ll be 20 feet from the main house, so, a “wet bar” situation would be convenient, albeit, not required…

 

[IndyWS6]

I’m not worried about sound proofing, if that makes a big difference..

 

[VonBonfire]

So you're not building this yourself is what you're suggesting? Not really much to it if you have someone pour a slab....

 

[Robostyle]

Check the bylaws for your town as far as setback, whether you'd need a permit, etc.
Some towns are weird about stuff like that.
You could have a company pour a pad and then put a pre-fab shed on top of that.
Some shed companies make 2-story sheds, almost like a slightly smaller garage.

 

[VonBonfire]

Check the bylaws for your town as far as setback, whether you'd need a permit, etc.
Some towns are weird about stuff like that.
You could have a company pour a pad and then put a pre-fab shed on top of that.
Some shed companies make 2-story sheds, almost like a slightly smaller garage.

I've looked at those lowes sheds they display out in the parking lot. 24" on center 2x4 junk. Pressed chipboard exterior cladding ripe to rot away. Overpriced junk and you still either have to get someone to assemble it or assemble it yourself. The price on metal and metal buildings is insane right now if you opt for that route.

I'd rather buy 2x6's and plywood to build brick shit house level strength. The only special tools you need beyond basic framing stuff is a hammer drill to lag the framing down to the slab. I did a 12x16 foot a few years back but I did pier and beam just cause I didn't have concrete slab money. The foundation was a bitch with all the rock here but after that it went up pretty quick.

 

[IndyWS6]

So you're not building this yourself is what you're suggesting? Not really much to it if you have someone pour a slab....

I know a little about construction, but I’m not competent enough to build it out - unless there is a pre-fab “kit” I’m reasonably competent with metals, wood construction, not so much…

 

[VonBonfire]

I know a little about construction, but I’m not competent enough to build it out - unless there is a pre-fab “kit” I’m reasonably competent with metals, wood construction, not so much…

Nothing to it, and you are definitely competent enough to build a rectangular or square box. If I can do it (I built my cabin) you definitely can do it cause you got more brains than me so unless you physically can't I think it'd be a pretty rewarding project if you have the time.

 

[IndyWS6]

I've looked at those lowes sheds they display out in the parking lot. 24" on center 2x4 junk. Pressed chipboard exterior cladding ripe to rot away. Overpriced junk and you still either have to get someone to assemble it or assemble it yourself. The price on metal and metal buildings is insane right now if you opt for that route.

I'd rather buy 2x6's and plywood to build brick shit house level strength. The only special tools you need beyond basic framing stuff is a hammer drill to lag the framing down to the slab. I did a 12x16 foot a few years back but I did pier and beam just cause I didn't have concrete slab money. The foundation was a bitch with all the rock here but after that it went up pretty quick.

Mostly agree, but not everyone can build a “building”. I know enough to know that I don’t have the skills or, just as importantly, the tools to do it. I’m looking for suggestions for a pre-fab “kit” or whether this seems like a custom build situation.

 

[VonBonfire]

Mostly agree, but not everyone can build a “building”. I know enough to know that I don’t have the skills or, just as importantly, the tools to do it. I’m looking for suggestions for a pre-fab “kit” or whether this seems like a custom build situation.

It's a rectangular box, not much to it. The pre-fab kits are just junk over priced stuff and who's gonna assemble it? Not really much different than just ordering the materials at the end of the day except you can use better stuff. The "custom build" situation means you're probably gonna have a hard time finding anyone because a 12x20 shed doesn't make the builder any money. This is why new homes are 2500+ sq ft as there is no money in building small homes. You may find yourself in the same situation on the slab....I did. The guy who did the forms for mine did it on the side in between doing bigger jobs.

 

[311boogieman]

Someone on Rig-Talk has a well documented He Shed thread for his mancave studio. I forget who did it but it should be easy to find. It was a joy to follow I know that. I'm getting off the fucking internet now or I'd look it up for you. Have a great weekend brother.

 

[IndyWS6]

It's a rectangular box, not much to it. The pre-fab kits are just junk over priced stuff and who's gonna assemble it? Not really much different than just ordering the materials at the end of the day except you can use better stuff. The "custom build" situation means you're probably gonna have a hard time finding anyone because a 12x20 shed doesn't make the builder any money. This is why new homes are 2500+ sq ft as there is no money in building small homes. You may find yourself in the same situation on the slab....I did. The guy who did the forms for mine did it on the side in between doing bigger jobs.

Seems like you’re missing the point. I know enough to know that I don’t have the skills to do construction. I’m looking for options for a “kit” that will get me there. If that’s not a practical option (eliciting input is the reason for the post…), then input that I should look for a builder, would be appreciated…

 

[VonBonfire]

Seems like you’re missing the point. I know enough to know that I don’t have the skills to do construction. I’m looking for options for a “kit” that will get me there. If that’s not a practical option (eliciting input is the reason for the post…), then input that I should look for a builder, would be appreciated…

What I'm telling you is a "kit" will still have to be assembled i.e most of the construction work will be similar to d.i.y other than maybe having some pre-fabbed wall panels and some pre-cut rafters or pre made trusses. You could buy a lowes kit and they will do the assembly meaning a high likelihood of slip shod work never mind pretty crappy materials. Not sure if they'll actually secure it to the slab. You could buy a pre made shed from one of the many sellers around and they will deliver it and drop it on your slab=$$$.

It's pretty much the perfect project to build your skills. Not too big. Moron level intelligence is adequate for doing a decent job on it.

 

[Robostyle]

I've looked at those lowes sheds they display out in the parking lot. 24" on center 2x4 junk. Pressed chipboard exterior cladding ripe to rot away. Overpriced junk and you still either have to get someone to assemble it or assemble it yourself. The price on metal and metal buildings is insane right now if you opt for that route.

I'd rather buy 2x6's and plywood to build brick shit house level strength. The only special tools you need beyond basic framing stuff is a hammer drill to lag the framing down to the slab. I did a 12x16 foot a few years back but I did pier and beam just cause I didn't have concrete slab money. The foundation was a bitch with all the rock here but after that it went up pretty quick.

There are companies that will build sheds to your specs.
Way, way better than Lowes/Home Depot garbage.

 

[IndyWS6]

There are companies that will build sheds to your specs.
Way, way better than Lowes/Home Depot garbage.

Links?

 

[Robostyle]

Links?

https://www.indyshedco.com/
https://www.mysheds.com/landing/garages?utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=QO | Stoltzfus | NB Garages&utm_term=garages and sheds|8465d03a10681de12086ba545fe72f39|campaignid|486962531|agid|1229255231123524|adid|76828592360389|ntwk|o|targetid|kwd-76828874289694:loc-4100l|ocp|103279|matchtype|p|dev|c&msclkid=8465d03a10681de12086ba545fe72f39

I don't have experience with either of these companies, i just searched for shed builders in Indianapolis lol.