The Path to the Perfect Shed

Choosing the Right Partner

For over 15 years, Summerwood has delivered thousands of garden sheds and storage sheds to customers across North America and beyond. With many shed styles and almost unlimited design options, your choices for creating the perfect shed kit are virtually infinite.

At Summerwood, we consider you a partner, and are there to support you every step of the way. It's a system that works. Over the years more than 1,500 project-proud "partners" have taken the time to send us photos of their completed sheds. Read about The Summerwood Advantage.

Choosing the Right Garden Shed Kit

With the many garden shed styles that we offer, chances are good you'll find exactly what you want. Or invent it. You can modify any of our shed styles, or design your ideal shed from scratch in our garden shed custom design center.

Get our designers involved early. They've designed countless garden sheds and can help you decide what features you need. To contact our garden shed design team, click here.

Here are some shed tips and ideas to help you along based on questions we've received about sheds from customers like you over the years. You can even send us a drawing of your dream shed and we'll work to your specifications, creating the shed kit you desire. The sky's the limit.

Have design questions? Need help? Ask an expert or call 1-866-519-4634 anytime.

Complete Shed Kits, with Delivery Included!

Our pre-cut shed and pre-assembled sheds kits come with pretty much everything you'll need - including all wood, nails, hardware, assembled windows and doors. Each shed part carefully cut to exacting standards. Our kits even come with a step-by-step shed assembly video as well as a comprehensive instruction manual on how your shed goes together. Summerwood sheds also include delivery right to your door.

And what's not included in your shed kit?

Labor. Plan on anywhere from a couple of days, to as many as several days to assemble your shed. Of course, much depends on your personal handiness, and the size and complexity of your shed. You'll receive a comprehensive estimate on labor hours with our shed quote.

Roofing Shingles. Unless you purchase cedar shingles as an option for your shed kit, you'll need to make arrangements to purchase shingles from a local building supply centre. We supply the information on how many you'll need for your specific shed.

Tools. A comprehensive tool list is available right here.

Shed foundation materials. We can help you figure this out too, here.

Finishes. Unless you purchase the Canexel shed siding option, you'll need to purchase any paints, stains you want to finish off your beautiful shed. Color and appearance are personal, so we leave that to you. However, here are some shed finishing ideas to get you excited.

Building a Shed - Can I do this? How long does it take?

Our garden shed kits are designed to be a fun family project. We've had virtually every age of person - of varying skills and strengths - assemble our storage and garden sheds successfully. And remember, the instructions for shed kits are broken down by task. So you can plan the assembly of your shed easily and quickly.

Even if you've never built a shed before it's easy with our building kits. We provide an easy-to-understand online shed construction video and if you run into a problem that you can't seem to solve, you can ask an expert online, or call our toll-free customer service line for help. We're here to help you every inch of the way, before, during and after your shed building project. Over the years we've converted many novices into budding (and beaming) carpenters!

Still Need a Handy Helper?

What if you don't have the time or you're just not a do-it-yourselfer? A storage shed kit from Summerwood is still unbeatable value. We can recommend a contractor to build your shed kit in your own back yard. Our hiring a contractor package is simple to use. A quick look at your shed kits detailed labor estimate and they'll be able to quote a price for you almost instantly. We've made it easy.

Why Buy a Shed from Summerwood? Because we're fussy too!

At Summerwood we don't skimp on materials for your shed. Our sheds are constructed from rich, premium grade western red cedar. However we also offer a convenient and attractive maintenance free shed siding in a variety of colors. To prevent rusting, all shed hardware is non-corrosive and we use durable stainless steel nail son our pre-assembled siding. Premium materials make for a long-lasting garden shed, and enjoyment for years to come. Learn more.

Preparing Your Site for Your New Storage Shed

When choosing a site, try to keep the storage shed fairly close to where it will be used most often. Resist the urge to stick it in a remote corner of the yard just to "keep it out of the way". (Although with Summerwood shed designs you're not likely to want to do that.) Here are some other things to consider.

You'll also need to decide on a type of foundation for your shed. Again, you'll need to think about the layout of your property and how you'll use your garden shed. Patio stones provide an effective and economical foundation, however there are several other options depending on your requirements and budget. Learn more about shed foundations.

Sheds and Building Permits

In most jurisdictions, building permits are not required for structures under 100 - 110 sq. ft. You should check with your local permit office for the regulations and specifications in your area. We've compiled a list of what Government office to contact depending on where you live. Click here for our building permits by State page.

Remember, we're your partners in this. If we can't make your shed meet code, we'll refund your deposit. You can read more about shed zoning and permits here.

So let's dig right in! Your dream garden shed is just a few clicks away!