How Much Did My She Shed Cost? - PART 3 - Thrift Diving

[@ThriftDiving]

Have you heard my podcast yet? New episodes every Friday right here ~~> thriftdiving.com/new-podcast

[@ImmortalAmbitions]

I was looking for the link you mentioned for your power tools Channel but can't find it

[@ThriftDiving]

Sorry, Bambi! I forgot to include it! You can find it here: thriftdiving.com/tools

[@deboz8793]

This is great. Love the size of the shed. A few of suggestions: 1) Add more than one outlet underneath the workbench. Don’t think you’ll regret it. 2) Consider adding CAT wiring. Never know, it might come in handy. 3) Put in a ramp at the double doors entrance. You might need to roll in materials on a dolly, and navigating over steps with a dolly could prove problematic. 4) If possible, have a switch in your house to operate the lights on the exterior of the shed, so you’ll have lighting if you need to walk out there in the dark. But also there’ll be switches in the shed to operate the lights too. As for the window boxes, check to see if there’s any knock out plugs for water drainage. Your plants will thank you for it. 😉 Good luck with the finishing. 😊

[@elainewarren7968]

Fabulous ideas

[@Teaganderry]

These are great ideas I'll keep in mind for MY shed!

[@jo-annemuise470]

Switch at house to turn on outside light at the shed is the BEST IDEA.. I wish you had TOLD me that sooner..LOL.. I have a motion light... that turns OFF when I'm half way to the house.. Arrgg What is CAT wiring ?

[@Rbj4525]

Great advice. Especially adding network cabling to shed. It is definitely a consideration for any new build.

[@michaelgray42]

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[@cynthiark6783]

Serena, your enthusiasm is so contagious....so happy for you!!! just love the new shed, but the sweet boys are the best.

[@ThriftDiving]

Aww, thank you, Cynthia! My boys are good kids. 🥰 They can get a little rowdy at times, but they're genuinely good people who I find so fun to hang out with!

[@NessaT419]

I’m so excited to see what’s next. I appreciate u showing what real prices may look like. So happy to see how far u have come 🥰

[@ThriftDiving]

Thank you! I like to keep it real, in case other people want to get a shed. It's a process, indeed! :)

[@StCarion2]

You are amazing with all your practical construction knowledge! You are so inspirational for any DIYer or dreamer but especially for women. Congratulations on a wonderful shed and the realization of your dreams!

[@indigospice2217]

I wholeheartedly concur!! Serena is my She-ro. So informative and practical and encouraging.

[@andreawalker7138]

Your excitement and enthusiasm is contagious. I can't wait to see future episodes of the shed and how it looks finished!

[@rbeygarcia]

Eventually you won’t have time for this channel, with all your new obligations. And that’s growth. We will understand and be happy for you. It’ll mean we can catch you on tv shows, morning shows, talk shows, commercials, conventions, etc. And that’s where you belonged from the start. No one deserves it more. Very stoked for you. 💃🏻👍🙌🏻

[@Amodgirl]

I found your channel while research sheds and I hit the jackpot! You are amazing, awesome and my hero! Everything you do I would love to do, but here I am 65, a young 65 , but oh how I wished I would have had the courage to have done what you do. I have always been a DIYer. I’ve refinished furniture, sanded kitchen cabinets and stained them because I didn’t have the money to replace them and they turned out great, that was many years ago. I bought a small concrete mixer about 6 years ago and have made small aprons in front of my shed and screened patio and even made a 6 x 8 concrete patio on the side of my screened patio, all done with concrete molds! I love it and love working with concrete. I also made my own pavers cause I couldn’t find what I wanted. I so want to learn to use power tools because there are a number of things I’d like to build. You are a true inspiration and finding you was serendipitous! Thank you for what you do and I want you to know, even at my age, I feel motivated to just do the things I’ve always wanted to do. I’m excited to spend time looking at your channel. Your energy and enthusiasm is contagious.THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! Sorry for the long comment! I’m energized!

[@janenebendrick1632]

There is no such thing as too many outlets and maybe even one outside? Just my two cents from working in my craft room and never having an outlet in the right spot! 😁

[@ThriftDiving]

Yessss. I am planning to put one every 6 feet. I hope that is enough!!

[@RockyRoadCreationsbyDiana]

Agree. That's my biggest gripe about my shed.

[@DanAndLJsCrookedCreekCreations]

@@ThriftDiving I would put 2 plugs every 6 feet and add one outside too. You can't have too many. Ask the electrician about a "whole house surge protector" that protects all outlets, lights, tools, computers, TVs, Cameras, etc. I believe they connect to your panel box.

[@tawanawatson3052]

And personally, I think the days of hiding outlets is over. If you have the power you should put it where you need it.

[@jamesslade3230]

You are so correct

[@ACobra289]

I've never seen any of your videos before but this came up in my feed because I've been building a shed. I love your enthusiasm.

[@bethica-anncontreras]

This was good and very informative about all the costs involved. Loved the out take clips in the end.

[@ThriftDiving]

There are a lot of costs involved, even the costs to buy the outdoor lights, and the floor tiles will be another added cost. But it's all tax deductible since it will serve as my HQ. :)

[@DanAndLJsCrookedCreekCreations]

Thank you for taking me on your new adventure!! I can't wait to see all of the progress!

[@ThriftDiving]

And thank you for following along!! :)

[@lindacsmith13]

the kids will teach you their dance, you teach them that awesome cartwheel. I am very impressed. thanks for doing it! Also, your excitement is infectious. 🥰

[@DanaConquersBoutique]

Serena!! I’m so happy you’ll be doing your own electrical work… this series is so fun to watch 😁

[@ThecrafterNoviceBerny]

It really looks great so far and it’s always a satisfaction to do things ourselves that works. I have been rewatching your videos on upholstery

[@melissacallia4230]

I am so excited for all the new possibilities with this new space. All the cool videos that will generate from the projects finishing it too 🥳

[@marianneb.7112]

This is all very cool. Your plans are ambitious, exciting, and will end up helping a lot of people! Best wishes!

[@tiffinyboulet8694]

My husband has a 10' long surge protector on his work bench. It is nice to have all of the outlets! Love your she-shed!

[@charlye6380]

Really nice! Oh how awesome to know the right people to help u. Can't wait to see the finale

[@janiceshanks7923]

Love the cartwheel! Love how excited you are!

[@ThriftDiving]

Haha, thanks! I haven't done one of those in ages! As much as I run and lift weights, a cartwheel is a complete different physical movement. Whew! I need to practice those. Lol

[@tonyawallace8308]

YAY, You did the cartwheel! LOVE IT, and you said you didn't think you could pull it off. Your boys are getting so big. I remember in one of your videos where you show them when you first moved into the house and they were so small, playing in the kitchen. Beautiful family.

[@olderendirt]

The outtakes were great! Thanks for sharing so much information on your build. That's wonderful your teachers are willing to give you help if you need it. Here where I live if you pour a concrete floor for a structure you have to pay taxes on it. If it has gravel or on supports it isn't considered permanent so you don't. I'll check out your podcasts. Thanks again. You rock!

[@weekendworkboots]

i enjoyed every minute of this video. thank you for the tour.

[@cassandrareed5959]

A course about the different tools sound great. Shed is coming along. Thxs for asking us in the journey

[@ThriftDiving]

Ooh, that reminds me, I forgot to include that think about the power tools class! Here you go! thriftdiving.com/tools I hope that link is correct, off the top of my head. :)

[@robine916]

LOVE it! A deck/platform along the front will give you a spot to chat with us before and after your projects! My recommendation for the sink would be to make sure it is bigger and deeper than you think you might need,...and LOTS of outlets! LOL! Such a great space! :D

[@TheTerminator1919]

This is going to be an awesome series!

[@phasue2981]

It looks great... happy happy for you. Can’t wait for more videos

[@fphome7229]

I am always shocked at the cost of concrete! Your shed is awesome! Thanks for sharing the cost and your future plans. You go girl!

[@JDavidsonPhotography]

It's interesting. I just got a 10x32 slab for $3k

[@Gehlleny]

I hope you do the work yourself! I did that last year to my shed and it was amazing. I put in a 240 volt 100 amp service. So satisfying

[@nancyingram966]

A couple years ago, I had a ductless heat pump installed in my home, because I have little to no crawl space and also, I was tired of hauling pellets in for the pellet stove. I had used the pellet stove for about 14 years, and I'm not getting any younger. Well, I would just like to share with you that the outside unit will be blowing a lot of air- there's a big fan inside it. So my suggestion is to put your heat pump on one end of the shed, or near the end if you have it on the back wall. If you want a sitting area behind the shed, just imagine a big ol' fan back there also. Just more food for thought. I'm jealous in regards to your shed. That would be so great! Congratulations, I know you'll have a lot of happy hours working in your "She Shed".

[@robine916]

I agree. My dogs love to sit in front of the outside unit on a hot summer's day, fur blowing in the wind! :D

[@whatzupLizzy]

Thanks for the tour and plans. But stayed for the cartwheel - impressive! Love the channel.

[@ThriftDiving]

Literally LOL'ed!! 😂 I'll be sure to add a signature cartwheel to each and every video. Hey--who knows, maybe I'll upgrade to a backflip. 😱

[@agnesmooney1533]

What a wonderful surprize I got today. ! I found you !!! This was a terrific video. I just loved it. You are fabulous and I can't wait to scan all of your videos and get to know you and your family. What a talented gal you are.

[@ThriftDiving]

Aww, Agnes, you are so sweet!! So glad you found me! Welcome, my new friend. :)

[@phillyl9445]

You should put your counter in the middle on in industrial wheels so you can move it. Put your water lines in at the same time as your power lines.

[@ac-twig]

Hoping Tuff shed put in a real 3/4” plywood floor deck on the floor joists versus using particle board. Just helped a friend saw out his old 1”particle board floor deck because it was not sealed from moisture on the under side properly and started caving-in. (Particle board is very sensitive to moisture). The other consideration is the equipment and heavy items you will put on this floor.

[@brandyhuckabee1382]

I’m so happy I found you! I am going to order my shed this weekend. If you have any advice, I would be so excited to hear from you.

[@darniataylor7749]

Thanks for the update! I'm so excited to see this process. We're going go add a bedroom in the basement of the house we're moving to and I thought about you & your tips when I was planning it out. You're a *huge* help and inspiration. Thank you!

[@priscillamiller8018]

I'm so excited each time I click on your videos. The "She Shed" looks awesome.

[@ThriftDiving]

Awww, that is the best thing to hear! Yay!! I appreciate that!

[@smequestrianart-qj2ee]

I'm so excited to see another video 🤩🤩🤩

[@pamelafox7677]

Congratulations on your successful Home Depot video gigs! Your beauty and talent shines through.

[@ThriftDiving]

Thank you so much, Pamela!!

[@karrihaslam]

I would love to see the power tools course. You are so great to watch! Thanks for all you do! Amazing!🥰👏

[@Jakilyn]

So proud of you Serena!! I've been watching your channel for years!!⭐️⭐️💯

[@esmeraldadelgado5978]

I love this!! So excited to see you finish this project.

[@michellemoore3353]

I'm so happy for you, congratulations. If your former teachers would allow their currents students to help you out with your electrical, that would be an extra bonus.

[@_JanetLouise]

really cool. thanks for sharing all the details. congrats on the HD gig! loved the cartwheel!

[@ThriftDiving]

Thanks! I love working with THD!

[@dorothyhudson99]

Hey Serena, thanks for sharing all the information about cost and upcoming projects to complete your shed. Stay safe and be Blessed! Much love, Dorothy

[@vic677]

This is awesome. You are so lucky to have these craftspeople assisting you finish it. It's going to turn out amazing. I recently had an electrician tell me updating my electrical will cost $250,000k becuase its a custom house. Lol yup the wires behind the walls are custom. These contractors are out of control. Best of luck. Can't wait to your progress.

[@x-STORMXX-x]

0.0 say what??? 250k...for that price can't I learn how to do it myself and rip other people off lmao I would never do that just saying.

[@ThriftDiving]

Oh my goodness! I cannot believe someone would try to charge that. I'm wondering, what makes the wiring "custom"? Is it old aluminum wiring? Knob and tube? Get lots more quotes. Sounds fishy to me!

[@vic677]

@@ThriftDiving We bought a foreclosure in Connecticut and we are from Long Island. We have been told that "long Islander are rich." LOL. It's been a mess renovating this house. The quotes, sabotage, deliberately damages, and theft by the contractors while we cannot be one site. All because we are not from their state. The wire is not custom. It's the same wire, plugs, and stuff everyone else use.its their way to rip people off. Everything in Connecticut is apparently "custom"- they want $10,000k to cut down a tree and $500.00 per hour to mow the lawn. If I wasn't going through it I'd think it was a joke.

[@gramcracker1616]

You are a treasure...I enjoy your enthusiasm and energy!!

[@gramcracker1616]

PS Great cartwheel!

[@r.mercado9737]

Part III! I found it, finally! Another brilliant piece! Semper Fi

[@rglnd2g1980]

I love this for you! You've inspired me to create the space I want for myself because it truly matters. I hope you enjoy every minute of your new space.

[@CantankerousDave]

A local community college has an Intro to Construction program that I want to sign up for, but I have to wait until the next starter class comes around. In the meantime, I’m going to volunteer at a Habitat for Humanity build to get some field experience. Plus, I don’t have to pay for that one.

[@dr.celestechamberlain9945]

New follower here! Can I just say I love your energy and that you are a woman of color teaching practical skills in carpentry!! You betta be the change, sis🥰! I'm here for it!! My new DIY coach!😄🛠

[@smequestrianart-qj2ee]

Well done on the cart wheel 👏 I'm so excited for your she shed🤩

[@ThriftDiving]

I feel like I need to practice that! Lol. I haven't done one of those in years!

[@syndialefebre1744]

This so refreshing and relaxing. Happy to see how much you have growth within the year. Love the shed.

[@gabrielmaroto18]

I am so envious hearing about your education in your training I always love woodworking but I was forced out of the class I’m so proud of you congratulations and keep it up you are an inspiration I know that’s a lot but it’s true thank you ❤️😻💘

[@ThriftDiving]

Oh no, who forced you out??! That sucks! I hope you can continue to learn on your own. Or take some woodworking classes! It's fun to learn.

[@dragon66leo]

Great project and its your dream come true, and it feels great when you have people who can help you with your shed. Thats a awesome feeling. It would be nice to do a ramp on the 2 door entrance also put the sink on the back part of the shed so no water will get on the floor. Keep up the great work 😎👍🇵🇷

[@virginiagarland6602]

I am so happy I found your channel. I am proud of you and all you have accomplished and I have learn so much from you. God bless you and your family.

[@Xyz-d6j1k]

Your videos are so helpful. We are planning to build a shed nearly the same as yours. From concrete bed all the way to flower bed. I clicked your "start to finish" video for the flower bed by the way. 😊 We also plan to do electrical and interior ourselves. We have lots of questions that are hard to find answers online. They may be common sense but not for us. Your video already answered several. I look forward to go through your entire shed build series. Cheers!

[@ThriftDiving]

Awww, glad you found my videos!! Please let me know if you have any questions that I didn't answer! I would like to at least figure out what I missed in NOT addressing in my video, so that for other people looking to get their sheds and finish the interior, I can be a "one stop shop" for information about doing it! :) Thanks!!

[@justo4461]

Just bought a new storage building 10x20, and I will be checking out more of your content. Good stuff

[@sthilon98]

Another great video as always Serena. Your excitement is awesome.

[@coachcarenfern]

I can’t wait 😝 to enjoy this

[@r.mercado9737]

I’m super stoked I came across this your vids and you. You bring life to your presentation!. Thank you. Semper Fi

[@estherstephens1858]

Serena, my heart actually started racing from being so excited to hear you’ll be doing your own electricity. I LOVE the idea of your electrical instructor guiding you and helping while you do the project on your own!! But, can we talk about those quotes for the shed you received? 82k and 100k? Really!!!!? I’m super excited to see you put all of this together. I’ll have to start listening to your podcast 🤣🤣

[@ThriftDiving]

Hey, Esther! Yes, girl, $82K and $100K was crazy!!! And the electrical wiring is going GREAT! I am about done pulling all the wiring inside, and my instructor stopped by this week to give me a thumbs up on my progress! Once I am doing, he will come after Thanksgiving and do the connections to the sub panel and bury the wires coming from the house into the shed. So excited!!! And yes, please give my podcast a try! It's a lot of fun and I publish every Friday! :) thriftdiving.buzzsprout.com

[@coachcarenfern]

I thoroughly enjoyed from beginning to end, can't wait to see this through all it's glory

[@terrihenry2672]

I absolutely love the She shed. I love the part at the end with your kids that is so me and my kids when I’m trying to work on something and they want to get in on the video. It’s hilarious I love it, I joined your podcast great stuff thank you for the motivation to finish my projects

[@QueenNanaEva]

Woo Hoo I love your She Shed!! I’m looking forward to all the updates

[@creolelady182]

make sure you check for leaks around the skylights when it rains

[@caroljean1962]

Try using Rockwool insulation instead of fiberglass. It is very easy to cut and install. Plus, it is fire resistant.

[@MAHWL]

Omg!! I'm so excited just hearing your ideas the peg board wall!! 😍 I love it!! I can't wait to see how it comes out!! 😃

[@rtaylor3350]

I'm going to attempt to do the inside of mine too lol, Glad you posted here and on the FB shed group

[@MAHWL]

You are such an inspiration to us dreamers working on making them real!! Thank you!! 🤩

[@perfectlynaturalme]

Love it! So excited for what’s to come! ❤️

[@nyclexi]

Finally had time to watch. Great job!!! I'm so proud of you, your comfort level, accomplishments, and growth. I've purchased power tools because of you, so of course I joined the wait list.

[@lorriewittig9066]

Congratulations Serena, on many ventures, having valuable networks and a beautiful she shed!

[@lenasprw6523]

you look so happy when talking about electricity ant carpentry! it's like I can see the sparkle in your eyes

[@annaibarra3447]

Ok, super happy for you and your collaboration w/Home Depot! Yeesssss! You’ve come such a long way! 🙌🏼 So great your instructor had so confidence to let you do it and help you. Also, you could have collaboration with April Wilkerson! She has her own channel. She is fully knowledgeable. That would have also been great content for both of you.

[@doloresbingham4591]

Serena I love you you make my day I’m so happy you got your shed I hope everything comes together for you and can’t wait to see the future projects be safe and God bless

[@ThriftDiving]

Dolores, big hugs to go! You made me smile with this thoughtful comment. :) Thanks so much!! Glad to hear I bring a little joy!

[@kaliyakelly2747]

Go, girl, I am so proud of you. You are an inspiration for me.

[@Samhain2323]

Absolutely awesome !!! Keep up the great work and love your personality !!!

[@jimbecker5675]

The splash with lack of gutters not only can cause things to look bad, but also cause the lower area of the LP Smartside to eventually degrade physically. Do the gutters.

[@CFinch360]

I'm an accountant/controller: When someone says "that's expensive" I always ask "compared to WHAT?" Your shed is not expensive compared to hurting yourself in your garage or not being able to expand your business because you don't have the space- THAT'S expensive!

[@ThriftDiving]

OMG, I love this!! So beautifully explained! ❤️ Thank you for that!

[@chill2195]

very entertaining, I brought a used shed and fixed it up. It's not as elaborate as yours. You went all out and it looks very well built. I was shocked as you when I started looking at material cost for EVERYTHING. I might share a picture once I get finish.

[@cassandrasmith5517]

The shed is the best! I have a shed that I had built in my backyard you. Not tuff shed, unfortunately I didn’t have the budget. But I bought a small existing building and added on. Thanks so much for your information and knowledge! So happy for you🥰

[@myapage9140]

That was an amazing cart wheel! hahaha loved this video

[@ThriftDiving]

Aww, thanks! I haven't done one in years!

[@alexmorales5540]

Love your new shed! I don’t need a shed/extra space but seeing this makes me want to get one 😅

[@ThriftDiving]

Haha, isn't that how it always is? You don't know what you want until you see it! Lol Thanks for watching, Alex!!

[@missygrando1965]

I remember the 80k quote. They had a longer time frame too. This looks great. Way to go on the cartwheel!!

[@ThriftDiving]

Yessss...they were saying it would take like 6 weeks or something. This was built in 1 day. Although, I think if the $80k contractor won the bid, it would have been done long time ago, only because of permitting delays and having to wait on all the pieces to come together with the way I am doing it now. But I'll wait it it means I save $50k! 😂

[@gailbader8149]

I am so excited for your she shed! I wish I had one that nice. Although, I do have a new "she shed" sign.

[@ThriftDiving]

Nice!! Did you make it or order it from somewhere?

[@memawduncan]

So very happy for you. You let us know that with determination and willingness to sacrifice some, we can go beyond the sky and accomplish much. 🤩🤩🤩

[@kevinbaker6168]

Besides insulation, electrical and interior finish consider your heating and cooling needs. Depending on your area you could go with a window, small, motel heat and cool unit or go up to a split air to air heat pump with an electric heat back up.

[@pure50bliss]

Thank you for sharing the info. Now I have an idea the cost of building a shed. Love your shed!

[@idiybysonia]

So excited for you!!!! Awesome!!

[@johnverdin8677]

It's amazing that you do what you do ; what courage

[@mlm7598]

How exciting. I am thrilled for you! I had to subscribe as I love the thought of your shed and building......I love new and exciting builds and really enjoy it so I will enjoy watching your vlogs. Best of luck........Blessings

[@sc00b3rt]

Our home depot will often put their display models on clearance for 50% off. They have a 22k tuff shed, two story "shed" for 10k. You just have to move it. Lol

[@AvatarAnt420]

I love watching your videos it makes me learn so much and it’s so entertaining it’s like how you feel about your classes it just makes me wanna learn more and get to doing it!!!

[@AvatarAnt420]

Also how much are the classes? Did you look into different ones to see the best or how do you recommend looking?

[@MaryWehmeier]

Serena, You just empowered every woman in the world to build and make her own She Shed. ;-) You go Girl! BTW with all these power tools going battery-powered, put in plenty of plugs to run your chargers. If YOU are going to do the wiring, it's not that expensive to get the pieces to do it! I'd even put up lights outside off the doors and a couple to the back area. Oh-- one more thing... Get a Ring System or Alarm, like Simply safe inside that shop with all your tools. Seriously-- The place looks like heaven!

[@renerichardson7195]

I love this! I agree that you'll want more outlets than you think you'll need. And someone below mentioned a ramp - if you do an area with seating the ramp will look weird. You could always have a portable ramp in the shed should you need it. And I hope you were able to show those boys "The Urkel"! Thanks for sharing.

[@dinat411]

Cool! I'm so happy you have a lovely, spacious place to do your projects. Nice cartwheel!🥰

[@dmann1209]

You have a wonderful shed, your vision for the design is perfect. I have found windows take too much wall space and provide window shoppers an opportunity to free shop. Now I wish I had installed the sky lights. Thanks for the cartwheel and positive energy.

[@ThriftDiving]

Windows defintely take up space! Thankfully, these windows are too big so I still have plenty of wall space (I hope!). For me, lots of natural light was most important. I wanted a happy place to create and work, not necessarily a place to store a bunch of crap, so I will definitely have to take a minimalistic approach to what I decide to bring in! Lol As for the skylights, you can always add those! In fact, I even thought that one day I may upgrade to better ones. Maybe ones with motorized blinds!

[@jenniferbassett3001]

This was a fun video Serena, especially with your boys at the end 🤣🤣

[@KarenAllisonrc]

It's really nice. I'm so glad for you. You deserve it.

[@ThriftDiving]

You are so sweet, Joan! Thank you.