The Sheds People are Buying and the Uses They Put Them To
People put our sheds to great use in Cache Valley. There are a lot of things a shed can be. With fall coming up and our busy period coming to an end, let’s take a look at what sheds were most popular and what uses people were putting them to.
1. The Utility Shed
The 8×10 to 8×12 utility shed is a utilitarian model that sees a lot of use. Storage is the most basic use a shed can have, but it’s still quite common. Due to extreme differences in seasonal weather in Cache Valley, tools take some serious wear and tear if left exposed to the elements. You can store them in your basement, but who wants the smell of dirt and gasoline to fill up their homes over winter? Our simple garden utility shed is a great solution to that. It keeps your tools out of the rain and snow without filling up space in your home. It’s a high quality option that protects your tools for years to come.
2. The Lofted Barn
We have a large variety of lofted barn models and they sell very well. The big advantage of the lofted barn is the additional overhead storage space. These models include one to two lofts with four square feet of storage. This makes them a great replacement for storage rental. Instead of paying monthly feeds to a storage facility, you buy a single shed and it’s yours. The extra storage space of the lofts helps people make extra space in their homes without paying extra for it.
3. The Utility Dormer
Ever since covid-19 people have been working more from home. While storage is the most common use people think of for sheds, we’ve lately found a growing interest in using sheds as a home office. Just about any model of shed can be converted to a home office with the right upgrades. The utility dormer is a popular choice. Adding wi-fi, insulation, and some climate control features to the shed makes it a great place to work that’s away from the usual distractions of working from home.
4. The Deluxe Playhouse
Many people in Cache Valley are doing more than working from home, they run businesses from home. Depending on the type of business, perhaps you need to store products for sale through your internet store. Maybe you need to store supplies for services they provide. The Lofted Barn can serve that purpose, give you a place to store your goods that doesn’t eat up space in your garage. In other cases, the shed itself acts as a storefront, in which case the deluxe playhouse’s porch and window setup makes a great place for customers to line up while you take orders.
5. The Carport
A surprising number of homes in Cache Valley don’t have garages. With Cache Valley’s extreme seasonal weather, cars can take just as much a pummeling as your tools. The utility carport is a great option for people looking to give some extra cover to their cars without needing to do a full construction project to expand their homes. These can even come with enclosures in the back to store maintenance equipment for your car. Keep your car out of the hot summer sun. Never worry about having to shovel snow off your car in the winter. The carport keeps you covered!
Alternatives: The Metal Shed
Rather than cheap sheds made from plastics, we opt for high-quality materials made to last. For those who want something extra hardy, our metal sheds are built to last even longer and stand up to the harshest conditions we deal with in Northern Utah. Note that they often require a concrete pad. This adds extra work to the set-up and limits the times they can be installed. While we can install many of our standard sheds year-round as long as a flat space is cleared, the concrete pad must be installed ahead of time. Therefore, they cannot be installed over the winter, as you can’t pour the cement in the cold.
August is the last month in which you can order a metal shed and be guaranteed to have everything ready before it’s too cold to install it. If you wish to order a metal shed now, you still can, just be aware that if there is any delay in setting up the cement pad for it, you may end up waiting until spring.
Have Any Questions?
Our sheds are popular for many reasons and have many uses. As an authorized Old Hickory dealer, you get access to dependable quality at great prices. Do you need a shed? Why not get in touch? If you’re not sure what the best shed for your needs is, you can come on down and take a look. Ask us any questions you have and we’ll help you pick out the best shed for your intended use. Our lot is always open!