A man without a shed (or garage) is like a cat without fur, unthinkable and pathetic mostly. A home without a garage means cars without protection. Paintwork gets damaged when the weather turns nasty, and upholstery fades under strong sunlight. Women love their sewing or craft rooms in the same way men love their sheds. For both of them it is somewhere to store their tools, follow hobbies, and have a bit of time to themselves. Luckily for the female population their little corner is usually already built as part of the home, but for the males it means buying and building a garage or shed.

Garages and sheds are not just items to spoil the man of the house; they are practical and necessary additions to our homes. Garages protect expensive assets such as cars, caravans, boats, and can also provide a workshop area for the guys. There they can drill, grind, or weld to their heart’s content and have space for their hobbies as well. Of course, it must firstly be erected before this all takes place. Because they are much higher and wider spans than garden sheds, building the garage is a lot different to do.

Whereas one or two people can put up cheap sheds, a garage will need a few extra helpful friends to hold portal frames while they are being bolted together and connected to support stays. Once the frame is up the rest is relatively easy until you get to the roof area, where a good head for heights is needed. If this is not you or your friends, don’t risk going any further. Builders have roofers that have no fear of heights and can handle the roof with ease. Some firms that sell garages may install them as well, but if not, they will often recommend experienced builders who are fully licensed with the QBSA if you need reliable help.

Make sure you check in with your local authority before starting your project to make sure there are no restrictions and also to get your building permit. If you have a few willing friends who have a bit of building experience and a good head for heights, you can do the job yourself, otherwise professional garage builders who are licensed with the QBSA would be a wise choice for putting up your garage/workshop. Once it is up and ready to use, fire up the barbecue and put a few cold beers on tap to thank your mates for their.