We Built A Lean-To Shed Against The House 

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No electricity inside?

Not that we know of. The customer could always add that down the road.

@@stormorsheds2970 why would the customer add electricity down the road? The outlet will be too far.

They could probably run it through the crawl space.

Thanks for sharing, building sheds can be pretty fun. What state did you build them in? And yes, pretty crazy how much more lumber costs these days than it use to.

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Thank you. The flashing is used to seal the shed itself off not to keep water from going between the house and the shed. Rain water will be able to run down between the two structures but won’t be trapped behind it. The silicone used was just to cover the exposed nails used to fasten the down the flashing/metal. There are pressure treated skids under the floor sitting on concrete patio blocks. We’ve built our floors this way for 40 years without issues. We also offer a steel base for folks who would rather have steel over wood. Appreciate the comment, hope you enjoyed the video. We have lots more on our channel.

Why not steel roof ,??? Less labor

We offer metal roofs, it’s up to the customer to decide which one they prefer.

Thanks for watching. Good luck with the upcoming project. I’ll be posting another similar build this one in the next 3 or 4 days.

We forgot to eat our wheaties! Lol.

We don’t put flashing between the house and shed because it is not attached to the house. Some water running between the house and shed is fine. It will just run down the walls and onto the gravel. The shed has finished siding and is painted on that back wall, it’s not exposed OSB. It won’t rot, it’s no different than water running down any of the other walls when it rains.

@@stormorsheds2970 Agreed...i saw that...perfectly fine.

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Thank you, very much appreciated.

Ya, the horizontal ties in better but ultimately it’s the customer decision on which option they want to go with. Thanks for watching!

Thank you! Appreciate the positive feedback. We have lots of other shed build and shed moves on our channel if you want to see more!

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Thank you. Yes, pre-fab makes everything go pretty smooth.

Thank you, appreciate the positive feedback.

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Thanks! Appreciate the positive feedback.

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Thanks, ya, that's a bummer. Hopefully you can find someone reliable in your area.

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We’ve been building this design for 30 plus years and have never had issues with moisture build up between the house and shed. Appreciate the comment! Constructive criticism is never a bad thing. We have quite a few other videos on our channel you can check out as well. Thanks for watching. Out of curiosity what state do you live in?

@@stormorsheds2970 Thanks for responding. I live in Wisconsin. The reason I responded was I had a small shed that was right next to my garage. (Not exactly like yours but somewhat similar) I replaced it with a much bigger 12x14 stand alone about 20 feet from the garage. Anyway when I tore down the little shed, the vinyl siding was moldy and the bottom 1x10 sheathing on the garage had an area that was wet and punky and had to be torn off and replaced. Not rotted on the plate or studs but sheathing was bad. Also the top of the block of the garage foundation was degraded and falling apart. All right where the shed was. I think the moisture sat there and was able to wick up a bit for years. SW exposure maybe had something to do with it too (?) Yours was closer to the main structure and may not allow much driving rain or catch lots of snow to sit on the roof and against the main building to melt and drip down between. Lots of factors, I will check out your other videos too!

You bet, we always try to respond to comments. Idaho is a pretty dry state, not sure about Wisconsin. A 12x14 shed is good size but seems no matter the size it’s always easy to fill up, haha. Hopefully you’re making good use of it!

Nice job 👍

I was wondering the same thing so thanks for asking and thanks to @stormorsheds2970 for responding!

Thank you very much!

Because it was to be video recorded and used as a promotion to acquire additional work, this 3-man crew gave their best effort.

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Thank you sir! Appreciate the kind words.

Thank you! It turned out nice.

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A larger overhang would have been nice.

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We build them up against the house but don’t attach it. Probably the simplest way to do it. We have a back wall so it’s still a four sided building that can be moved if need be. Thanks for the comment.

Yes, it’s always a good idea to check with local building codes first.

Let’s make it happen!

We use a water based caulk on the siding and trim. Any exposed nails on the roof would get a silicone.

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Would you like us to fire him?

Thank you. We’ve never had issues like that and have built thousands of lean-to sheds.

That's the same thing I was thinking also, he didn't put a level on the bench framework to make sure it was a level prior to installing it blew my mind.

What about flashing to prevent rain in between? Was it done? Nice and quick build!

Are you talking about the workbench potentially not being level?

Rain water can get in between the structures but it won’t be trapped behind it. It shouldn’t be an issue. Both structures are sealed. Also the shed is not attached, it’s just setting next to the house.

We’re glad you liked it and thanks for watching. No, that wouldn’t matter but since everything is 16” on center then they will line up.

@@stormorsheds2970 Thank you for kind reply. I am talking about the floor joists that are closer together here at 0:39 and the wall studs that are closer here at 3:00 . I usually see on pictures they are matched up.

Oh gotcha, no they don't need to line up.

@@stormorsheds2970 I see. I guess it makes sense to not necessarily have them lined up. I've been watching your shed-building videos. Really amazing from the time the truck pulls in and to the finished shed. I see you pre-build the framing in your factory. Would be interesting to have a video of your factory someday.

Just seeing this comment. I would like to make a video showing our factory, that would be good to show. Glad you’ve been enjoying the videos! Appreciate you watching and the comments.

Yes, horizontal siding would have looked very nice.

I’m not sure what you mean. Are you referring to the metal cap we use after all the shingles are installed?

We offer a security package for the door and also offer doors with deadbolts. In a backyard behind a gated fence theft isn’t typically much of an issue in our area. Someone could also break into it through the window.

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Very well said, we might have to use that exact line in a brochure, haha.

That's always the goal!

We have a security package we offer on the doors and also other door options with dead bolts for those concerned about that.

@@stormorsheds2970 I get that from your previous reply to others but no one should have to pay extra to have the hinges installed inside the door as opposed to the outside. You would not expect to have that if you paid hundreds of dollars to have your house front door installed that way right? Just saying.

That type of door is designed to have the hinges on the outside. It gives it a really nice look. Security is important, but it’s pretty rare that someone would jump a fence, break into a backyard shed and run off with the lawnmower and garden tools. If that’s a concern we have completely different doors that are more secure.

Thanks. We offer a security package on our hinges and also offer more secure doors if that’s a concern. Appreciate the comment.

Sorry, but it up to what works. I prefer my hinge on the outside. I built my own door with weld on hinges and on the inside. I have a cabinet and a tv mounted on the inside of the door, so when I'm working outside, I can watch tv, and the cabinet has rags and other things I can get to easily it's a beautiful door and I've never seen anyone like mine.

Do you have a picture or video of the door anywhere? I’d love to see it.

@stormorsheds2970 I put a couple of videos up. I have trim yet to put on and paint, but just look under my name.

We do, we assemble the walls at our shop but still attach the siding on site. Very cool, what part of the country did you work in?

@@stormorsheds2970 i worked at a tuff shed in Albuquerque, nm. But now i am a sub contractor for the insurance industry building accessibility ramps in the state of nm.

@@stormorsheds2970 you guys should try siding the walls in the shop also, its an incredible labor saver, you have a carrier to carry the walls that wraps around the studs , 2 guys can carry a 16’ wall all completed ready to set in place

That would be pretty sweet but we don’t get tornados around our area.

You’re right about $3900 on this one just the way you see it built. We like to build the sheds with all 4 walls having their own siding so it’s not attached to the house and can be moved if need be.

​@@stormorsheds2970 3,900 all in? that seems like a bargain with the prices of materials and everything these days. You guys are definitely not paying home depot prices. I don't think I could match that price if I were to build a shed like that for a customer. Well of course that would cover the material but not enough meat would be left on the bone for me. lol.

We agree, but everyone has their preferences. Thanks for subscribing, you’ll have to check out some of our other videos as well!

We’ve been building our floors this way for over 40 years and have not had any issues. We relocate our old sheds for customers as well, so we can see how they hold up. The roof has a 2/12 pitch which i believe is a 10 degree angle. We have most of our measurements all dialed in from thousands of previous sheds we’ve built.

Wire mesh or lattice works well. We have skirting option as well. How To: Skirt Your Shed And Keep Animals From Getting Underneath it ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-eUatij4N1jw.html

Thank you, Sir. For replying, I salute you, 🫡 For, I do swing a hammer too, to pay my bills and teach the young bucks also. Thanks for the video.I'll look at it later today. My key notes I pointed out are from experience. Take care.

You bet, hope you enjoyed the video!

Currently we don’t have anything like that we offer. Might be something we look into.

Thank you! That’s interesting about changing the pattern every 4 rows. Makes sense, just never heard that before.

It can be easily moved out enough to paint and then moved back.

We still had a good 6 or 7' between the fence and shed but I see why that might be more convenient.

You’ll want to check with your local building codes but around our area it is allowed. The shed is not attached and still its own separate structure. It can also be moved if need be.

@@stormorsheds2970 Good to know thank you 😊

You’ll want to check into your local building codes but in this particular area a permit is not needed. It’s still its own 4 sided structure and is moveable as well.

It’s free standing and not attached to the house.

Thank you. It’s a 2/12 roof pitch.

We seal over the tops of the doors and windows and don’t have issues with leaking.

Just stay inside when it rains where it’s nice and warm or you could add a gutter. These designs take up less space than typical roof design, so that’s appealing to customers. Thanks for watching.

@@stormorsheds2970 Ha ha ha....you forgot to mention, I may need a pillow; a blanket to keep me warm as well. Of course gutter is the only solution, no doubt. These designs are more suited for dawfs rather than tall handsome fellas like myself.

How is it a little rough?

In a residential neighborhood theft doesn’t seem to be much of a problem. But we do offer a security package on the doors as well.

@@stormorsheds2970Going to be honest, this is not a good response to physical security from a company, even if you're just a group of guys. Especially when you're dead wrong - residential neighborhoods are the MOST common locations for property theft.

We appreciate the honest feedback. We’re always trying to improve anyway we can. You’re absolutely right, security is very important. We have doors with deadbolts and roll up doors without exposed screws we also offer. We give our customers the different options and let them decide what’s best for their shed.

@@stormorsheds2970right, but why is the default option on any of your doors to have the hinges facing the side of the lock?

I’m not sure what your question is?

Good question. I suppose that could work.

We silicone above doors and windows and exposed nails on the roof. The caulking gets painted over.

Not a bad idea!

Typically in a backyard neighborhood’s theft isn’t a big concern. Someone could also get in by breaking the window. We offer doors with deadbolts and a security package as well.

Since the shed has a floor structure, and is not on a foundation, you wouldn’t want to attach it to the house or attach flashing, because you could get movement on the shed over time. Water going in between them shouldn’t hurt it, the water will just run down the wall. There’s still small space between the shed and house for some air flow.

Haha! We get a lot of practice.

That one is 8x10. We have a few more lean-to builds on our channel as well.

Right around $3900 the way you see it built including all materials and labor.

No, they were installed correctly.

We’re in Meridian, Idaho.

Not a bad idea!

In the area the shed was built it meets code.

Probably wouldn’t hurt to have some.

What part of the country are you in? We are based out of Idaho

Yes, he actually was.

Right about $3900 including all materials and labor.

We have different door options with deadbolts and also a security package on our hinges for customers with this concern. Typically in a residential neighborhood, with a shed in the backyard, theft isn’t a big issue.

Thanks for the quick response. I enjoyed watching the installation. I couldn't resist at least one complaint.

Haha, that’s ok. Complaints are ok, we’re all always open to learning something new!

Glad you enjoyed the video. We have more like it on our channel.

A gutter could always be added.

No, the shed is legal in the county/city is was built in.

It's a shed, not an addition. It is not attached to the house. What would you make you think we are not licensed?

Yes, but a lean-to style.

You’re looking at right around $3980 plus tax on one just like it with our current pricing. That includes installation as well.

Were are you located

Meridian Idaho. Check out our website. you can design your own shed, and it will price it out for you.

We offer a security package and also more secure doors for customers with this concern.