7 Mistakes to Avoid When Converting a Shed into a House
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Rodents can chew through spray foam and find a way into your house around any pipes or electrical wires. Better way is to partially stuff the holes with steel wool which rodents will not chew and then insulate with spray foam.
Thanks for this tip. I am TERRIFIED of critters.
Alot of stores carry spray foam with rodent repellent in it. Could try that. O.o
good to know!!
Get a meow
@@shahana_style Plant a peppermint Boarder around the house. Rodents hate it and you can harvest it
POV: You're watching this in 2024 as a 19 year old praying you can afford this when you move out.
You got this!!! Just know that it TAKES TIME!!! You are only 19, plan to have this when you are between 25-30.
Take baby steps and you can TOTALLY DO IT!!!!!!
I have some land.I am trying to reinstate feudalism. If you tend to my garden several days a week you can stay in the loggings I'm planning to build rent free.
Yo wtf😂
Such a gorgeous book - each shed is unique and inspiring, and I love all the tiny details Kotite features to help readers imagine how to create their own She Sheds czcams.com/users/postUgkxe9yi0sulKgsp0VJJCIrLWWkvVqcU7LFR . The feature on Dinah's Rustic Retreat is like something from a fairy tale. It's really inspiring to see how creative all these ordinary people are in making beautiful and useful spaces on a modest scale.
As a Tuff Shed contractor who builds these buildings i would say you did a great job pointing out the issues a new owner should be prepared for and what to be thinking ahead about when finishing them out.
I do prefab for tuff shed lol
Can you build a tuff shed on a trailer?
@@kandacepatterson7965 yes
Where are you located and do you allow financing?
@@james32591 myself I'm a contractor out of the Lubbock Texas Warehouse we cover all of West Texas and part of New Mexico yes we do offer financing I would just look up the TuffShed Warehouse closest to you
Coming from a former Water Restoration Manager with two certifications from the IICRC, you should not need dehumidifiers. If you have a/c, whether it be a main unit, window units or split units then that system will dehumidify your home. An air conditioner is literally a dehumidifier. Just make sure (especially with spilt units) all of your rooms are open to the main air space, leave doors open during the day or install passthrough vents into the main area or area where the a/c is. You can check the humidity just in case but you won't even start having any form of mold growth until 55% humidity. Of course you still need the bathroom vents or a window in there. If for some reason you were to need a dehu, one unit would be more than plenty. Vent hoods are just for convenience of not having smoke/steam all in your kitchen, not at all needed to control humidity levels. You may be concerned about humidity in the winter since you are not running your a/c, don't worry. The colder the air the less humidity, we dried some houses in the colder months by just opening a window to the colder air, yes it really was that simple. Utilize your vents to expell normal bathroom moisture and you should be just fine.
Not in the south in an old home. The humidity in our home sits at 65 with just the AC.
I used to buy old houses and flip them for a profit. ALWAYS hire licensed plumbers and electricians. There's a reason it takes seven years as journeyman to become a professional plumber or electrician.
Absolutely!!!
why did it take 7 years? Husband became a master in 3 years..
I wired my son's house then he hired an electrician to check our work. We only had a couple of issues to fix and they were simple fixes. Then the city inspector took a look and it passed.
That's basically what my family all did building their houses... but they're all carpenters trained in plumbing and electrical. It's not the hardest thing in the world, but "guild" areas of the US like making it seem like it takes forever.
@@danarosesturgeon why 3 years? Mine became a master in 6 months...
Guys and Gals, PLEASE GET A DEHUMIDIFIER!!! As a full time RV camper in about 275 sq ft, it has been critical! It shocks and amazes me how ofter we emptied the 3 gallon reservoir in ours. Mold is dangerous and extremely invasive.
Sa glad this was one of his top 7 issues.
💯!!!!! Absolutely, thank you so much for catching that!
I live in Colorado where it is dry. Do I still need one you think?
@@adriane3978 I would get a decent medium size one and test it out. If you fill the tank in a couple days then maybe invest in a larger nicer one. Also get one that gives you an ambient reading of the humidity and then you can set it to your desired humidity.
Even in a dry climate just showering and cooking will raise the humidity in a small space dramatically.
Pro tip, ALWAYS vent the bathroom when showering.
@@minimoe2807 thank you! I will definitely install vents 👍🏻
@@adriane3978 Hi, i too live in CO. Western Slope. I am from the northeast/ New England states. It is SOSOSO dry here in CO! I never could have imagined just how dry it can get. This compared to the northeast where its so damp. Mold is a serious issue there. I don't miss it or the hot, humid & cold damp weather!
I don't know for sure, but guessing if you have good ventilation, fans etc in yr bathroom & over stove, you will most likely not need a dehumidifier. As others have said, try a small or mid-sized one & see what kind of water it pulls over what amount of time, if you are concerned. Good luck!
I dont even own or have a shed but im still watching this video , because i know it might help me out in the Future.
Awesome!!!!!!
I’m in a sunroom with power... already experiencing this to decide if I want to do this permanently... this video has me second guessing it.
I plan to build my own home (off grid) and I don't want to live in a tent for 2+years while it is being build. shed to house then back to shed after main house is livable.
This will not help you now or in the future.
This list perfectly converts over to Shipping Container homes or cabins.
This list also converts over perfectly to DIY Tiny House builds.
A video like this is like gold in the bank if you listen.
In regards to the Dehumidifiers. Keep in mind that this is basically Distilled Water. So if you have water storage tanks with basic filtration for potable water or plants that require distilled water such as carnivorous or orchids. Save this water. It is also great for cooking, but if your house is super dusty, or you dusted recently, there is likely alittle dust in the water. Run it through a brita filter and it will barely affect your filter, if at all. :)
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I wonder if the condensate is full of aluminum from dripping off the cooling coil?
No way would I cook with moisture from my dehumidifier. Really?
I watched him pour water out of a dehumidifier into the shower, when it was sitting right next to the toilet.
Perfect flush water.
And if that foam insulation is so great for moisture lock, them why 2 humidifiers...
@@dandelionstars good idea
I love how stressed out you get and bring the camera close 😂🤣😂🤣.... Oh and the Dave Ramsay Knowledge References were on point 👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽
Great video content! Apologies for butting in, I would appreciate your opinion. Have you thought about - *WoodBlueprints. Com* It is an awesome exclusive guide for building better sheds and woodworking without the normal expense. Ive heard some extraordinary things about it and my mate at very last got astronomical success with it.?
Closed cell is more dense and has a higher R value, and it helps sturdy up anything, especially if you do metal roof and siding... a firend did 2 inches of closed cell then went over with open cell, it helped to make it more cost efficient. Also consider doing spray foam underneath to help keep out critters
Use that dehumidifier water! It's great for watering plants, etc. Repurpose that :)
Hahaha, YES!!!!!!! I usually do.....I just needed the shot and the baby was asleep and I didn’t want to make noise by opening the front door! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
But yes YES!!!!!!! That water is perfect for watering the garden!
@@BetterTogetherLife phew, okay glad to hear :)
Actually some water from the dehumidifier is very acidic and may not be healthy for your plants depending on the coil in the dehumidifier.
@@mattolsson8816 you use that for potatoes.
@@86jpw don't use it for pot plants
we just bought a 16x30 and this information is gold SIR!! blessings from Springtown Texas
Hey we're looking to buy a similar size, mind if i ask what it's called and from where? Still happy with it?
Thank you. Thank you. Thank you! My son is about to make me a shed to home and he thought, Oh heck, we can do this. Well, we’ll be using your experience and the 7 mistakes guide to make my shed to home. I’m so glad I was looking for ideas and found you guys. Happy, happy living to you and your family. Thanks again.
Thank you Mabel!!!!! Wow you just made my day!!!!!
😅 I am a daughter about to do the same thing as your son at my moms. The attic where I currently rent has become infested with squirrels and rent is way too expensive in southern Ontario, Canada. Your son and I are both blessed to have mothers willing and able to let us convert their sheds into homes. How has your and his journey been going?
@Mabel Pearson how's it going my dear? Are you comfy?
We're looking into 3 of these for our adult kids. It's scary but worth it. I hope
My wife and I watch your videos to learn. We are building a tiny home out of a 16x12 shed that was on our property when we bought it. Great information. Thank you!
Thank you, I am unlikely to build a tiny house where I live but yours looks so much more livable and practical than quite a few I've seen!
These are GREAT tips, and not just for shed builds. Moisture control, dead wood, quality insulation, and sealing with silicone and or spray foam are great tips for regular home renovation and construction. I prefer Rockwool insulation for moisture, bug, and fire protection to open or closed cell foam, but that’s a personal preference.
I used to work for banker insulation in ABQ NM and you are spot on with your theories for spray foam. Absolutely correct with not needing attic blocks before spraying. You only need that with an attic that has overhangs. Open cell in primary living spaces and closed cell under house.
This video ended up in my recommendations and I loved it! I am a fellow dave ramsey follower, trying to save up to build my own house. Got a long way to go, but I'm learning all I can in the meantime. Thank you for sharing your journey.
Awesome content mate. I will definitely pass this on to my son who's just bought a really cool shed out in Kentucky and hopes to have it livable by the time he gets married next year. So, thanks for that and cheers.
super helpful! been thinking about this shed and converting it to a tiny home when i’m able to move out! thank you so much!
Great ideas and things to watch out for. Your so right about staying foam. It closes off places that regular insulation doesn't reach. Thanks.
This was my first video of yours that I have seen and I found it to be extremely educational and me and my wife are wanting to put houses like this on our property with where our house is to have a couple guest homes and what you have stated here was extremely beneficial to me and I appreciate it and I’m following you now and I subscribe to your channel so that I can see future videos! Thank you sir I truly appreciate your words of wisdom! 👏👍🏻
Thanks for making this video! Setting up a shed/cabin on some family property soon, and have been pondering details of the build. The suggestion about attic space and moisture issues is a big help.
Thank you so much for this! I'm considering a change in my lifestyle. This helped give me a more realistic outlook.
Your videos have been very informative and interesting. My husband and I have been talking about doing this. So Thank you for sharing your experience.
You made some VERY good points and some VERY important ones too.....thank you for sharing that
Yay!!! Thank you for saying that Panzer, I guess I should make a follow up soon!
Interesting comment about plumbing. Your drains are so important. We built three cabins, and one has problems with overflowing. I got help from my uncle that was a retired contractor. He really helped on plumbing.
Had this idea of building a home out of a shed years ago. Never heard or seen any one doing it thought i was all alone. Glad to see your channel you haven't scared me off yet. Still looking into it. Thanks for sharing and see you on your Facebook page.
Thanks, this will help us in avoiding mistakes when planning for and ordering our cabin and a shed (delivered from a shed builder) in Alaska this summer.
Great info. I need to know this before buying shed. The part about moisture & spray foam insulation was especially important- well rather it's something I wasn't much aware of why it's needed. Thanks for sharing.
Great video! So much great info.
You guys have come along way from those first videos, thanks for sharing the journey.
Thank you!! That means a lot! 👍🏻👍🏻
Thank you thank you THANK YOU for making this video! I've wanted a "shed-house" since I was 18, but haven't found myself in the position to do it until now & I'm SO thankful for your videos! I thought I had thought of it all until I watched your vids. Thank you times a million!
Perfect video. Love the baby. This has been the most informative video that I NEEDED to see. Not all the glitz and glam but the nitty gritty important things nobody wants to hear but this was so exciting to FINALLY get the boring information I needed thank you thank you
I wil save these suggestions for my guest shed dwelling👍! Thanks
Great presentation! My hubby does mold inspections in NYS and was pleasantly surprised to hear your emphasis on moisture control.
Also, the only issue with the closed cell foam under the house is if you have a water event on the first floor and water gets trapped between the foam and wood flooring. That closed cell foam is a bitch to remove.
I think you've done a great job with this list.I've been wanting to do the house from shed thing for a while.And I'm more determined now than ever. My husband and I have the property,now,just need the home.Thank you
Thank you for sharing your experience and expertise on this issue of insulation. I am getting ready to do the same thing and am very glad I watched this video. Somethings are just worth the extra time and expense.
Well done!
Over the years of making budgets at work, I learned to multiply the time estimates by 3 (i.e. 300%) and the cost by 2 (i.e. 200%, instead of 120%). I think it's better to grossly overestimate the costs and the timelines so that you are pleasantly surprised instead of getting caught flat-footed. Just my 2¢.
This is SOOOOOOOOO TRUE!!!! I didn't want to run people off with making that number as high as you could actually make it.
I once had a pastor at our old church always do a 10% fudge line item....but he was working with big professional commercial building contractors. So their numbers were way more accurate. And if you half way know what you're doing, then maybe the 20-25% is good.
But YUP!!!!! It is very VERY easy to spend double what you think it is going to cost.
Thanks Kirsten!!!!!!!!! I always love when you comment! You are SUPER AWESOME AND SMART!!!! You always have the most helpful comments!!! :)
Take care!
-Beau
Kirsten, you are so spot on!! It is better to have extra money left over and be surprised and be able to use that extra money to do more improvements than to be sorry. I'd work an extra year to get the money in the 'overage' fund than to cut it short and live with the regret that I jumped too soon and now have to spend more.
How is multiplying your estimate by 3 different from just “winging it”? Normally you compare different ways of doing any project. If 2 solutions seem to produce the same result then a rational person will choose the one with the lower cost. If you over estimate a project by 300%, it would never be the “lowest cost” so it would never get done. If your point was “don’t spend all your money on a single project”, I would agree. Saying you should triple any reason estimate just means you want no budget so you will probably get exactly what you wish for (spending a lot more than you can afford or find reasonable).
Beautiful job, guy!!! You did a great job pointing out the many things that are involved in converting a shed into a home. There's a lot of aspects to it that are critical to establishing a safe and comfortable living space. Thanks so much for taking the time to address the important issues one needs to aware of.
Absolutely! Thanks for your amazing comment Fon.
VERY informative , good video brotherman , thanks for all the valuable information , God Bless you and your family
Excellent! Thank you!
Been considering this route for a while. About to get it going!
Thank you so much for this very informative video. Budget wise I am considering getting a shed n covert it in a living quarter. Your video will help me a lot in my ambitious project. Many thanks.
YAY!!!!!! So glad it was helpful for you!
Great video, man. I've been watching these conversions for a while and people make it look so easy. Thanks for pointing out the hidden problems.
Thank you so much Bill!!!!
Great advice , I'm sure it's going to help a lot of families in their shed conversions,
I found your video to be enlightening and well done. I love your comment at the end of how it's mean not to share! Thanks for giving me new knowledge to go forward with.
I'm so glad I watched this you have saved me alot of stress awsome good stuff!
I am about to purchase a shed home, my contractor and I built his mother in-law a shed home 15 years ago and it was beautiful, so it's really nice to see these homes being built. I'm also glad this gentleman is helping me through the hardest parts of building our new shed home because it can be hard when your doing it own your own. I'm also thankful for my husband works for Home Depot as well so I just want to thank you all for the information in helping us get it done. So God Bless you all and hopefully soon I will be posting us building our new shed home. Thank you God for our new home🙏🙏🙏🙂
So helpful.Got a shed/cabin coming Friday.This will save me tons.Thank you very much.
Boy oh boy ....this is fabulous from you. I will soon begin my tiny home. Have studied for about 2 yrs. the clever ' this '. . . the clever that . . ways of interior decor / exterior paint , rain gutters, ya da ya da.
Just now, doing due diligence research of avoidance mistakes .
YOU are a true humanitarian in your
gift of heads up friendship advise.
HUGE thanks and many happy returns to you and your family. Mountains of Az. LIVING. DECEMBER 2020
Love the breakdown of the what's and whys. Thanks for creating such a useful video.
Thank you VERY much Jennifer!! That is so kind of you to say. It is awesome to know that we are able to helping people wanting to take the shed to house plunge!!
Thank you for these tips and insights. These are things I had not thought of. Now I am more prepared for when I am ready.
Awesome thank you for such a great comment Roberta! So glad it helps.
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Wow! That was some great information! Plus I really enjoyed it! Thanks
This was an important video. I was in a rush and did not do enough research on foundation. Now im stuck on blocks sitting on uneven dirt and I will have to fix that issue before going further in my construction because the wind feels like it's going to blow me over. I got too caught up on the inside construction and forgot the fundamental basics of building is having a good foundation. Live and learn! Did you guys tie down your shed?
Good information...BTW, I highly recommend using flashing over windows and doors and using window wrap if possible to prevent leaks
Yes yes YES!!!!!!!!!!!!! This is sooooo true!
This is an awesome video getting ready to do this pretty soon on some family land love the tips!!
So many good points, all in one video that I'm saving this. Add in flashing around windows, doors and vents and you have a near perfect structure. Sealed up tight with moisture control and strong R value is how Norwegian plus houses are build, they costs a bit more, but since they hardly need energy to heat them.... Seal the building and as he said waiter and critters will find a way it there is a way.
This video takes the same points and applies them to an idea that good for any structure you are planing to live in.
So listen and learn people, this is pure knowlegde gold.
I've pretty much turned my house into a shed.
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Great job!
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Lmfao oh boy.
thank you! seriously. each one was helpful. the whole ridge vent thing was confusing. we had planned to use spray foam but "someone" insisted we needed ridge vents...so another recommendation is to make sure you're hiring reliable, experienced and knowledgeable contractors, we had such a problem with this...didn't do enough research beforehand. thanks again! and again!
You betcha!!!!!
Very good advise! Thank you for posting!
Awesome info! Thank you for sharing.
Excellent! I found this to be very helpful. I am just in the planning stages I cant afford to make any mistakes that I would have to repair down the road. I have been told by a few people the spray Insulation is just a waste of money, I thought it would be a perfect savings in the long run. I want a perfectly sealed home. I was also told there was no need for ventilation since my shed to home is only 20' x 20'.
I can’t recommend spray enough!! It is 100% worth every single penny!!!
Ventilation, I would consult with an expert. But what I have been told is if you have to vent....unless you are using spray foam.
Very well laid out. Just an FYI on foundations. Some places require full foundations. With yours, the concrete blocks are great. Just should have done it differently. I'd suggest forming out a concrete footer, for strength and soil movement, then put packed 1/4 minus gravel inside of it. And make sure that you have good drainage around it. Great advice on electric & plumbing! On your # 2 "increase", add the words over-run, or extra for unexpected budget expenses.
Thanks for a great video. I started to ask about the effects of the spray foam since you've installed it, but I believe you pretty much covered that toward the end. I'd been skeptical about using it.
Thank you, wonderful information! A lot to give us to think about! thank you for sharing very helpful. we are on this journey now!
The window spray foam stays soft and pliable. I used it in my 1977 GMC motor home. In that application I needed the flexibility due to the road vibrations and expansion coefficients of the aluminum panels and glass. Compared to a steel sided shed, it's nearly the same. But in the shed I used foam panels guided into place with the window spray foam. A closed cell under flooring mat(1-8 thick) was used to seal off any air leaks and give the wooden members room to breath. Later plywood used to cover walls and ceilings...
Closed cell spray foam is waterproof and much more efficient. You need less of it to do the same R value. But it is more expensive.
Closed-cell is also a lot harder which provides rigidity that open cell does not, especially in post frame buildings or pole buildings with steel siding.
No way. I used pink foam in my bus. It gave the funk a growing medium Pulled it all and went with silver bubble wrap. Works great but will double it this summer. In my cabin I made a thermo pane wall. One and a half inch foam. With a gap to the out side wall then a gap and silver bbwrap Over studs. Have two gaps in two inch wall works great till below zero. So I’ll add another layer in attic.
@@stev838 pink foam, is that the same thing as closed cell spray foam? I don't think you're talking about the same thing. I'm not an expert in spray foam however I did glean a lot of information from my post frame builder and my spray foam contractor relative to closed-cell vs. open-cell. I was told that it was best to use open -cell on my roof because I would want to know if there's a leak which is true. They told me closed-cell would conceal leaks because it is virtually waterproof.
Ted H I’m no pro. Must have been the closed cell hidden leaks was a point in the revel.
I had trouble with thin pink ridged. Used it on bus. (Windoooh. Rain.). Water went in thought edge it seemed. But the funk got funky. Pulled it and switched to silver bubble wrap. Good results so far. Not as high as r
But spray adhesives a nd scissors. Seals great. Very easy. For my cabin input in one and a half inch foam. With a gap to the out side wall. Then a gap and bubble wrap flush to the studs. It made a thermo pane wall with Great aspiration Good till below zero. Then the roof leaks over come the heat pumps. Haa. I heat it with a small two prong oil heater. And a small fan behind it. Guess I need another layer in attic space
I sprayed foam for a while and my personal opinion is that you did the right thing by the way you sprayed open cell in the ceiling and close cell on your walls. Gives it great structural support and yet the ceiling can still breath. Close cell in the walls and ceiling wouldn’t be great if someone stays inside for long amount of time.special humidifiers would have to be installed,but I have seen it done.Great job!!
What a fantastic video you made. Super useful tips! Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Thanks, that was great. So much good information. I love the part about moisture built up. I built a camper and if I'm not using the AC I get a lot of moisture just from breathing.
Thank you for all the great tips! This is something that has been a thought for my son and I to do in the future. I also like all the references to Dave Ramsey! I have led a few of his FPU classes at our church. Just found your channel and from what i see from this video and your personality, I believe you have a new sub! :-) Y'all have a simply unbelievable day and God Bless!
Great tips! Thanks for sharing! I'm converting an 8'x'8' wood framed, corrugated metal siding/roof shed into a drum room. Since it's only 64 sq. ft., do I need to worry about any sort of venting to control condensation from the metal roof panels? I should mention that I plan to put foam board insulation in the wall/ceiling cavities and enclose that with wood panels on the interior. I'd love to hear your input about dealing with condensation as I live in Southern Louisiana.
Thank you for this information I really appreciate it and I really like how you put that front porch on your on your house and I saw it being delivered and your family going nuts when it was being delivered and I hope you're enjoying the home but thank you very much for this information I appreciate it I was wondering about the moisture problem and I like when you set spray foam that confirms what I was thinking about but I'm still thinking about putting a wrap on the inside after spray foam but the one is proliferated so it breathes
love the context of this video. especially about the foundation
Thank you!
Thank you for sharing what you have learned with all of us. Very informative. ~Heather
Yay!!! Thank you Heather, so glad it was helpful!! 😁😁
Better together... I really like that. Thanks for sharing your experiences.
I really enjoyed your video !very informative. I can use this information in the future on some land that my mother-in-law has
Thank you and appreciate your honesty.
Haha, I will always be the first to admit when I made a mistake..... I’d just like to help y’all out so hopefully you don’t have to do the same.
I can agree with the spray foam being very toxic mainly when it's wet and off gassing. I would recommend letting it off gas before you seal it behind walls possibly up to 2 weeks to a month of letting fresh air in all the doors and windows open to off gas it. I would even put fans all over the place to move the air inside also.
Loved the video...... after 30 years in the industry, it's refreshing to see a homeowner who has obviously, desperately, and personally experienced every word he's saying...lol
Your are great person to give your honest opinion... HEY, EVERYBODY!!! listen to this guy!!!
It looks nice, thank you for taking us through the conversion and anchor and finish process. So to anybody looking to do this, say you're going to buy an 18 x 50 shed for conversion, you'll need the land whatever $ that is, let's say 50 grand, then the shed say $25,000 - 40,000 - then you need to double that price up to around a 100,000 grand to finish the total package, plumbing, elec, flooring, appliances, windows, doors, extras, A/C etc, all of it.
Oh you was so helpful I'm doing a 10×16 for my son to live in and I was looking at spray foam
Awesome thank you!
While humidity isn’t as much of an issue here in New Mexico, proper ventilation is still important. We have big issues with dry rot, which can be just as destructive. That and it May 18th, and it is already 92 degrees today, and sunny. Air conditioner for a shed conversion is gonna be a must. Thanks for the advice. I am in the planning phase. I have the floor plan figured out, for the most part, but I want a sun porch attached to it like my first home. That space was my favorite room in the house, and I used it for all kinds of different things. It had windows with screens which keep bugs, moisture, and temperatures out, but they could be opened creating a cross breeze. We used no other space more than that space.
Thank you!! This video was very informative!!
This is real good advice. Most folks can do a little some only with help other are okay. But, most do not have the knowledge or experience to take on a full home build. My husband has been doing every thing since he can remember. I started taking on project early also, with his construction background and a a lot of aptitude we can do most things. We have done a completed a full Reno of a 1903 rented for years and then empty for several. We did the plumbing, electrical, dry wall, new windows, moved walls, put in tile, added an addition put in a new kitchen and more. We build a barn, fences, electric and water to both. But even we had limits, had the siding and insulation done by pros. Also, called the pros for the roof even tho they were minor it is really steep and slate. And again when the 30 + feet tall that was next to the house began to show signs of decay we also called the pros. This info is great advice. Know your limits ask friends you know that have the knowledge for advice and or help. But, know your limits, but don't be afraid to try some things on your own after you have done the research. When in doubt look it up be sure to do it right the first time. Good luck to all the newbies. Budget more then the 20% and double you time. If you think it will be a 6 months it will be 1 year or more to finish.
Great tips especially the spray foam!
Is the spray foam fire resistant/retardant?
All very good points to remember! Thank you
Thank you Kathryn!
I am not in the construction industry nor am I a carpenter, I wanted a good guide to help with small projects such as small sheds and some remodeling around the house. So there’s a magic which is Shed Plan [ visit here *WoodBlueprints. Com* ]. This Shed Plan covers all my instructions from top to bottom in a step by step manner.
Interesting video. Your comment about moisture and mould (sic) is well-made.
Here in the UK, we have our houses hermetically sealed over the winter, while boosting the biggest moisture-generator - laundry! We can't hang it out most winter days, and if you don't have a tumble dryer (many of us don't!), you put the laundry on racks in the house to dry, and/or hang it on the central heating radiators. Windows are covered with condensation, which ha to be squeegee'd off.
I'm not converting a shed to a house, but do plan to convert a 6' x 12' shed into a workshop, so am entirely on board with many of the things you said.
You are wonderful. I really enjoyed your advice and listening to you was fun. God bless you and your family
Thank you so much!! Very Important Information!!
Yay! Thank you Susan!
This is great! I’m planning on building a shed/barn for my home! fingers crossed I can be mortgage and debt free in my 40s!
Good video. I just bought a Tuff Shed now I know what to look out for after they finish
May 2021. Thanks for the info. Starting my shed to home project soon.
Awesome video and spot on for beginners!! Thank you
Thank you so much William!!!
As a woman who had two homes built and was around daily and assisted husband with an old farmhouse remodel but don't really know beans about "construction lingo" I really understood what you were talking about when you compared it to how a "real" house is built. WOW! You explain things so well so that the beginner can really compare the difference between the two types of buildings. Thanks so much.
Hahaha!!! Well, that is why I started this channel. Because sometimes it’s easier to learn from a beginner than it is from an expert.
***I am NOT an expert!*** 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Thank you very much Darla for our kind words. 😊
This is VERY helpful. thank you so much for sharing.
Good tips to know. Thank you very much!
Love all the ideas and things to avoid with this video. My wife and I have been talking about doing a shed more for a year or so now and I CAN NOT tell you the amount of times that I told her that we were going to do spray foam and I was stoked when you said alot of people wish they would have done the spray foam.