Shed to house - Which shed company is better?

We reviewed Derksen, Winslow’s and Home Depot sheds.
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[@TheRequiemOfficialReal]

That $325 tuff shed, I got the same one but it's 24×24 and been living in it for almost 4yrs and still love it. I found mine at Lowe's for like $11,2 but it was a fantastic investment. It took me about a month and a half to wire, plumbing and drainage as fam and friends helped. I have it here on my parents property (2.3acres). After completing interiors and brought in my future, I kinda influenced my brother of getting a tiny house. Most my appliances, cabs, bath, lighting and all fixtures got at Habitat. I had to raise it due to plumbing access. Since my parents don't own a RV, they let me have that hook up access to water, gas, power and drainage, so we planted the house right there. I used non flammable spay foam insulation and sheetrock. I had more than enough room after laying down my queen bed upstairs, it allowed me to make a custom closet. It was a fun project but the money and effort I put into it was fully worth it, even my girlfriend loves it. All together between the shed and all materials, about $13k.

[@billrusk4944]

Did they deliver it to your property fully built or did you have to assemble it? Do they charge for delivery? I'm thinking of getting a 2 story but I want to dig a basement first so I'm taking my time to look at my options. What model did you get if you don't mind me asking. Thanks for your input

[@robertlawler1387]

@@billrusk4944 dide just call the shed company they can built what ever you want, amish build them as well.

[@chickensandwich1589]

So probably $30k in late 2021. I also noticed most tiny house people have help and family land too, keeps the price way down.

[@BrockGrimes]

@@billrusk4944 The 2 story tuff shed from homedepot is delivered to your site as part of the cost, but double check you're local store there may be mileage restrictions. Also, I recommend getting a local home inspector/code person to take a look at it on the lot and give you the code requirements for your area, before you buy.

[@Rizzatouille]

Create a whole colony of tiny homes on you parents land. Lol

[@Kmurrproductions]

I am a contractor for tuff shed and I can tell you first hand that these sheds have survived major hurricanes here down south with our anchor package only thing was minimal shingle damage

[@Latruthisfree]

Thank you so much, for the info!! ❤️

[@lindahayes547]

So what sizes do they come in??

[@whyujockinmeson]

@@lindahayes547 all types , you can build them on their website custom.

[@lindahayes547]

@@whyujockinmeson thank you

[@caymenivey7255]

What shedding company is it? I’d like to look at some of them

[@michealwintz852]

I bought Derksen 12 by 16 inside with a 12 by 4 foot front porch. I love my little house. It has 2 8 foot lofts front and back. I opted for windows in my lofts. Plus a back door with a window. Then windows both sides and one by the front door. My lofts sit on 2 by 6 I believe. I didn't know they would house wrap I would have done that. But still I am glad I made a good choice in builder. I'll own it in 5 years my payments are well under 240.00 they financed it for me. So I'm a happy camper.

[@empressrenee6090]

what state are you in?

[@Latruthisfree]

Awesome ! I’m dying to get me one!! Alot cheaper than rent and mortgage!!❤️ I’m in Florida, I’m going to look into getting me one today. I’m recently widowed and this will make things alot more easier for me. Especially with having plans to go back to nursing school for my master degree.

[@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823]

Damn that's cool. Lol

[@BOBTHEBUILDER1111]

We would love to get a picture of your's!

[@ddd228]

My 8 X 12 Tuff shed is 10 years old and NO issues. Office,Tunes and Internet.Propane heat,underground wiring,all LED lights and a small A/C unit. Perfect for me. Solar power,too.

[@TheCrockers]

We want to look into solar, but have no idea where to start

[@recoveringsoul755]

@@TheCrockers Will Prowse wrote a book on solar, lives in an RV over a decade. Also if you want something hardened against EMP and CME check into SolArk for Solar panels. Will has a channel

[@ddd228]

@@TheCrockers It depends on your location and the space available. You have the building skills for a frame work. I don't like the idea of putting the panels on the roof.You? I put my panel array in the sunny part of my back yard and ran 8 Gauge wires to my shed.5 panels up on a structure. 5 deep cycle batteries and a good MPPT charge controller. EP EVER works for me. I could go on,but no. imgur.com/CdlI4c3

[@stealthy3928]

How much did it cost you for all that ? I'm looking for a shed

[@maricarbo]

The Crockers - You need at least 2 100 Watt panels, two connected batteries to collect the sun energy, and an inverter to convert that energy into something you can plug your 110v electrical apparatuses into, like your fridge, your tv, your computer. You will need stronger for a 220v, like your clothes dryer. You can get it all at Amazon. The inverter would have to be at least a 500w inverter, to be able to handle basic items like a TV. I’m not an expert insolar, just a regular person looking in to survival skills and tiny houses off grid. There must be a video on KZbin on how to set up a solar array for your tiny house.

[@yvettehoward5409]

YOU DID A FANTASTIC JOB. THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME TO DO THIS. I KNOW LIKE ME A LOT OF US REALLY APPRECIATE YOU 😊

[@cheryljoyce2969]

I love the two with an up stairs that could actually be a home

[@zmanplayz5055]

I actually recently built my own with my friend. And we live in it. It is a barn style 10x20. It works really well for what we want. And it still has 2 nice size lofts. It's not really about the size of the building, it's how you lay it out

[@ForyeaHLM]

Me to it would be good get me and my family especially since we are looking got a house in a new town because my wife sold our house.

[@misteron07]

I wouldn't use Home Depot Shed for anything but a shed. I have one in my back yard built by tough shed company but its not cracked up to be. the first complaint the materials in the shed, the corners are not made for a wall covering inside. the doors don't keep rodents out, and they placed the shed directly on the ground. also used a post hole digger to place the anchors in the ground instead of screwing them into the ground. its not house material.

[@FeedScrn]

KInda reminds me of the stories that I heard - that back in the day, you can order a complete house from Sears.

[@royalway12]

And a grill with it, that sears your steaks.

[@jacklabloom635]

Some of those Sears houses are still standing and occupied.

[@FeedScrn]

@@jacklabloom635 - That would be a really really cool video.. if someone knows where they are... Give tours, outside and in.

[@Azathoth43]

It wasn't just Sears. There were several companies that offered home packages that could be ordered.

[@MrBoomie00]

I am so freaking glad I found your channel. Shed to house is absolutely the way I want to go. Especially if they have financing. Perfect halfway point of being affordable, customizable (doing a certain amount of work on my own) and structurally strong and safe.

[@conniescott81]

Hi there! Just want to know what way you went on deciding and what you would have done different if anything. Tia!

[@kaymelton8894]

Dear Mr Crocker, thank you so much for the video as I learned a lot from you today. I did not care if every little piece of the components in building these sheds was correctly named. I am not a contractor either. I really appreciated so many of the things you pointed out that I would not have thought to look at, I.e. the 2x4s that were hanging over way too far and only secured by a flimsy nail. You did an excellent presentation of many facts that surely will remember the next time I am looking. Never once did you present yourself as an “expert” but just as a nice man willing to share his opinion and observations of these different manufacturers building styles and their construction. I will be following you for future videos. So sorry you had to endure “slings and arrows” from those who couldn’t find what your intentions were but found criticism of you much too easy! Thank you again! K

[@TheCrockers]

Kay Melton Thank you so much for the kind words. It is the internet though, so we knew there will always be people out there being negative

[@lindadalton2668]

Kay Melton I’ve shopped them all. Bought derksin love it. Used for my miniature horse barn Well built

[@victorbunch7725]

Ms Kay Nelson, You are an inspiration to the human race! There are way too many perfect critics out there they walk around w/their thumbs down waiting for the chance to throw darts! I sale and build insulated buildings here in in TN/KY/ Size from an 8x8 up to 20x24 these buildings really easy to heat and cool, Makes a great cabin/tiny house!

[@catherinehartmann1501]

This was SUPER HELPFUL! I could get a sense of the space, and the comments on structure were really good. I had already pretty much decided on one of the best ones you visited - and this makes me feel better about my decision, for sure! Thanks!

[@donnaleveron5711]

Thank you so much for taking the time to do this and sharing your information, experience and thoughts. You have given all who are interested some valuable details to look for when shopping sheds.

[@jaybird19754]

Bought my 12×40 shed I converted to a tiny home, from Derksen, had it paid off in 3 yrs. All said and done, paid 15,000+. Great workmanship and quality. Was very satisfied from delivery and setup til now.

[@FeedScrn]

I was watching a "things I wish I knew" video about converting a cabin into a house... and the guy was saying that he wishes that his cabin had bigger overhanging eaves.... because he says that the rain runoff is on the side of his house every time...

[@brianalexander2932]

That's an easy fix... gutters

[@dlou3264]

I really like and appreciate your shed to house videos! Much appreciated! Good attention to details. House-wrap sounds really good! Thank You!

[@bettyloukanahele79]

Thanks for the feed back because I'm not a builder so work and money comes into play when I need to pick some kind of house. Thanks again

[@cavscout62]

Great Job Man! Lots of people are doing what y’all did with yours and you got right down to the heart of things (quality & cost) without a bunch of filler and that’s what it’s about.

[@Jestunes]

I like your honesty and your good natured attitude. Enjoyed the tour.

[@jahelo27]

The trusses you mentioned are called scizzor trusses very strong and create head space.... Tuff shed also offers 8-10 year standard warranty on their sheds. Galvanized steel beams for floors . Metal framing in doors, 16 on center framing studs.... most expensive for a reason, they will last years . I was a production manager for 13 + years in San Antonio TX

[@johnlee7085]

Scissor trusses should also be superior to simple wooden joists.

[@TheAnnoyingBoss]

Yeah plus i want to male my shed tiny home super high quality on the inside so it makes me nervpus seeing skinny runners as the bottom frame. A mrtal frame seems way better esspecially if you ever want to relocate the building once the insode is finished and it weighs more. The stronfer the bottom frame is the better

[@tjnmma]

Nice job man! I really appreciate the down to earth commentary. Originally selected your video because I’m researching the cheapest way to build a garage in my backyard, but you gave me some incredible insight that I did not even think about. Keep up the good work!

[@terminatortsw8006]

Thank you so much for taking your time to help people with this!!

[@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823]

If you cut a larger hole for a larger window in the loft, you could install a whole house fan. It will suck all the hot air OUT. It works on about 400 sf. When it's cold, just shut the window. Get 1 on either side, and 90% of the time, you don't even NEED A/C.

[@barbgardiner5719]

We cooled a 1900sf farm house with 1 fan downstairs and only opened bedrooms with live people in them! NEVER an AC! 🎉

[@just-dl]

thanks again for sharing your experience and ideas. I really like your presentation....not "polished," but authentic...honest. You're not selling it, you're laying it out there. Thanks, man!

[@TheCrockers]

That's what we try to do! Keep it real and honest! We're just average buyers like everyone else

[@marykennedysherin3330]

Mr Crocker, thank you so much for another excellent video! You are so helpful and I am learning so much from you God bless you 🙏!

[@billlogan7035]

Great video! Thanks for doing our homework for us. I really like when people are honest. Some many people think they know it all. You are not one of those people. Thanks for an enjoyable tour.

[@thedevilinfrankenstein6503]

9:00 I fell in love. I love that porch! THANK YOU FOR MAKING THIS VIDEO. Great information for research♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@TheCrockers]

We're glad you enjoyed it!

[@monkeynumbernine]

I am considering a tiny house in the future for myself and my parrot. I am scouting around for a small piece of land.

[@vendetta1922]

Wow. A video that actually gives you valuable information in a quick and pleasant manner. Well done.

[@francineroot-adler7205]

Really interesting! Great ideas to start a house from! Thanks for showing us multiple companies

[@ms.oneofakind633]

Thank you for doing this video. It's going to be very useful to know since ive got to do everything without anyone to give me honest opinions and the things you point out i never would have thought about.

[@micheleevans3521]

We bought a 2-story, 12x36 barn style Tuff Shed 10 yrs ago. That was before they even had models built out or pictures to view. We used the outside wrap along with insulation and Sheetrock. We used btm-top windows up stairs and downstairs so we could use AC/heat pump units upstairs and down. I believe we put 1” plywood on the upstairs floor (we have 4 sets of stacked bunk beds). We put up a wall with a pocket door and made the area under the stairs a full shower with a commode and small cabinet sink. It was a good family project and we’ve had many good times there. One 4th of July we had 15 friends come to spend the weekend. The only thing that was a real headache was making the existing barn stairs look somewhat custom. It also helped that my hubs is an engineer and knew where and when to request upgrades. You did a great comparative video.

[@TheCrockers]

That's awesome! Yes, having an engineer around sure makes things easier haha

[@astromann7449]

Sounds nice. Does the upper level have full ceiling height, or short loft like tiny homes on wheels have? Tough Sheds has cabin shells now, but are pretty expensive, so is lumber now days.

[@yanaray9495]

I agree. I would be a much better builder than homedepot'

[@micheleevans3521]

Astro Mann we spent approx $9K for the shell with windows, doors and floors and paint on outside. and approx another $5K in necessary tools and materials and electrical wiring. We did most of the build out ourselves. The real expensive was having electricity ran to pole/house, septic tank and bathroom buildout. We also have a 1500 gal water cistern. Our cabin is on 20 acres in the Texas Hill Country where it’s very dry and rocky. Electric was almost $10K...power company went thru 3 drilling bits just to put up a pole. Our original plans were to build a home and use the cabin as a pool house/guest house.

[@reeblesnarfle4519]

Thanks for de tour... valuable info!😎👍

[@glory2910]

I ❤️ all the descriptive and informative comparisons. I just started researching and this helps immensely.

[@InfernosReaper]

Given the weather I'm seeing and hearing it's in Texas, that interior plastic is a *bad* idea. You don't do interior plastic on over the insulation in a humid place. It tends to trap moisture and cause rotting, which is especially a problem with all that OSB being used instead of plywood. My only assumption with those overhanging roof supports is that they're banking on someone putting some really thick wood on the wall and that will somehow help support it... Also, if it's 24in studs, then that's 4ft for the roof supports on that metal one. That's hella scary. 1 regular tree would probably demolish that thing.

[@paulmay3943]

Good job! Enjoyed the tour.👍

[@larryfeeks6620]

Thanks for taking us to school on shed to house. Lots more to consider!

[@leobardoguendulain3527]

You don't know how much help this will be for me and my kid thanks my daughter loves your place

[@morningflowerB]

Thanks for the walk through. I've been curious about these.

[@kennethharwood2083]

The roof Truss set up in the Cabins and Sheds from Home Depot/Tuff Shed are great. That’s what you would want for any type of load/snow load.

[@joannaday7400]

Thanks for all the great info , making our retirement choice much easier . Keep up the awesome videos.

[@kickassv8]

We appreciate your input. It really gave my son some thoughts and ideas.

[@garymattox1495]

Over all you did a good job of putting out basic information on several different types of sheds. Good Job.

[@Running_with_Faith]

We were thinking about purchasing a two story shed for a guest house on our property...but we decided to build a tiny cabin instead. Don't know how it will turn out...it's one of those--Learn as you go sorta thing. I did enjoy seeing your video because it honestly puts me at ease with our decision. I think we can build a sturdier little home. Keep up the great work!!!

[@TheCrockers]

RunningKicksButt We’re sure it will come out great! “Learn as you go” is our motto!

[@maritzahervia8992]

Very helpful, very nice guy, i like how he shows the houses and explain everything.

[@lesleyhughes3174]

Oh yeah, real nice 🙄. He didn't even introduce the girl taking the video, but then again she got no recognition for anything she did. Worked so hard with no remuneration. Building half of everything. Built up the subs on his channel. Got no thanks for that either. He's most definitely a piece of work! All he could say was we, we, we, but no mention of who the other half of the we was! His camera person! Jerk!

[@kevinlanders2499]

Nice job, very informative 👏. I will do my research before I dive in now!

[@chandracox6814]

That big red barn yall have and are using as a barn, I would be interested in turning that into a barndominium.

[@swirlgalaxy]

You guys are building something special on your homestead! Starting with the enhanced shed is still pretty much a clean slate! You've shown a keen eye for a great working design & have executed it into a magnificent home. There is another channel in Texas, "Better Together Life" where a couple with 4 young kids bought a Derksen shed & just moved in about a month ago. There are a ton of ways to make a great home & homestead like you have! May good fortune & prosperity be yours in 2019! Namaste!

[@TheCrockers]

Beau and Kelly! We love them and we even were on their channel at one point (internet interview). They started a shed to house facebook group and we've been on it from the beginning! Great people!

[@lasheyfields7041]

Hello, Ken Stickles I love to watch "Better Together Life" also, between them and "The Crocker Homestead" I feel really confident that this can be done. It's just the matter of finding the best location for what you want I guess. I've been looking and thinking about the Derksen and the Tuff Sheds from Home Depot I think that they're both really good choices depending on what you're looking for and price. And you're absolutely right there are a ton of ways to make a great home or homestead possible. I really appreciate these guys and their families for sharing this experience and life with us.

[@ericsgranny8933]

Very good review and instruction on what to look for. Thanks!

[@truthbetold4486]

This was a really good video, I learned a lot, and you did a great job showing us around, thank you

[@recoveringsoul755]

My mom on the west coast used a company called The Shed Shop, but it was a smaller shed, not big enough for a house. And she had to pour a foundation before they came out and built it.

[@kimberlystandish5850]

Hi there from Greenville, TX! I appreciate this video. We've been eye balling a bunch for a couple years now. I'm considering putting a grooming shop on my property, using one of these sheds (and finishing it out nicely, of course,) building our own since we have the know how or renting closer towards McKinney. Decisions, decisions! Either way, I appreciate it. We hadn't heard of Winslow's yet!

[@TheCrockers]

Check out our house! We built ours out and have a ton of videos!

[@tonya9614]

Thank you for the humble video!

[@dwevors]

You did a great job. I enjoyed your presentation and found it very informative.

[@sherrydarnell8631]

Thank you! There are many people who aren’t carpenters to build and cannot buy a house. If you have a piece of land this would be perfect, better than paying rent. It could be a work in progress. I have been looking at these for awhile. Again thank you for your thoughts.

[@TheCrockers]

Exactly! Why waste money on rent when you can own something!

[@swallowedinthesea11]

LOL, we were just looking for a commercial land in Quinlan and saw the sheds. Nice upload! We're searching for a land in Terrell to live in (Seagoville here). 18:48 Looks weird, but I suppose it does its job.

[@s.p.3681]

Thank you 🙏🏾 for this keep’em coming.....

[@timroberts355]

Just seen this video, and noticed the board on the walls is from my home town. I live about 3 miles from the plant. Swan Valley Manitoba Canada

[@XGenBoomer]

This was a great video. Thanks. I’m mostly interested in the ones that have the upstairs. I saw the Tuff Shed for 15K at a Home Depot in NH and I definitely have my eyes on it. I think I would put it on a concrete slab. I have a piece of sloping land in Vermont and it would be perfect there. Thanks again! ✊🏾

[@nanasnurseryreborns6477]

Wonderful points to each shed. Kinda downfalls to each one. Great info, thanks!! The Company we are looking at builds what is considered an actual cabin. Also to the buyers specifications.

[@TheCrockers]

Nana's Nursery & Reborns Thank you! Yeah we had ours custom built from the dealer. Definitely upgraded a lot of things to make it built more like a home!

[@angelvides5232]

OUTSTANDING VIDEO...!!! THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR KNOWLEDGE...!!! I am trying to find land, and having some kind of cabin. Thank you again...!

[@herbal4health923]

I am in love with these little houses.

[@tuggles32]

Hey love the video man, from Keller Texas and plan on doing what your doing when I get home From the military this year. Thanks for the video and advice.

[@TheCrockers]

Keller isn't far from us! It's a great investment! We've got a ton of videos on our page building ours out if you haven't checked them out yet! Thanks for your service, we truly appreciate it!

[@jaciekelly3391]

I would be cautious of any structure put together with 2x4 construction, especially if you live in an area where there are high winds or heavy snow loads. Floor joist and roof rafters should be 2x8 and side walls 2x6 respectively . If you want something well built and inexpensive the Amish and Mennonite builders are very reasonable; many of them own their own lumber mills. I got my shell for a 30 ft x30 ft for $20,000 set up and delivery included. It was dried in and I had to finish it out. For those who are new to the terminology dried in means roof, sidewalls, sub floors, stairway, doors, windows and foundation (I used pylons 5 rows of 5 6ft apart).

[@darthdarthbinkss]

Do you have a good website or anything to where I could find a shell like yours?

[@FalloutUrMum]

@@darthdarthbinkss I don't think the Amish or Mennonites will have a website

[@dderr1356]

Derksen is Mennonite

[@sarah.j.777]

Thank you for this I'm going to strongly consider having mine built by the amish as well.

[@gracieferguson1653]

Very helpful info. What state are you in ????

[@lmoughterson6702]

Ah, man. Deja vu. This is the very first video I ever saw on this channel. Suddenly, it popped up in my feed today.

[@willbrown6615]

This video was very helpful!.. .thank you 💙

[@karenzadworny325]

Excellent tutorial on the different sheds. Thank you for the pros and cons.

[@TheCrockers]

You're welcome! Just trying to help everyone out that can't go see a lot of these places themselves

[@sterlingmichaels]

Well, my having built with crews over over 300 homes and 10 commercial buildings I can put your mind at ease and those dresses are exactly what are needed for what we call a cathedral ceiling if you want to put in drywall it's perfect and those plates are exactly where they should be. It's very well built. Also, I can share with you the fact it all of those framed roofs are done improperly as the stud it sits on the top of the wall. Those roof trusses are tapered at an angle to sit flush on the top plate and there should be brackets there's to secure it to the top plate and the truss itself.

[@TheCrockers]

We got our 16x50 built that way. We got a bunch of upgrades done to it. But those on the lot... built like a SHED

[@Karil1964]

The Crockers where did you get you 16x50 for 17k. I am looking for.something for my family

[@lowernowood3632]

You did great. Once again I appreciated the info.

[@kennethm.johnson]

Thanks for the walk throughs!

[@agileanalyst214]

HIGHLY informative. Thanks

[@TheCrockers]

Thank you, we're trying

[@colleen36]

Great video Just what I wanted to see. Thank you!!

[@TheCrockers]

Colleen Callanan Thank you for checking out our video!

[@bridgetbrooks2675]

Where have y'all been??? I just now found you guys by stumbling up on your 16x50 vid and three episodes later I'm stuck on you guys! I could've done away with all that previous viewing crap and cut straight to the chase! lol Seriously, y'all are going to the top of my list! Keep it real and keep 'em comin'!

[@dylanappenfeldt2442]

Fantastic Presentation Thank You

[@ChoirAnthony]

This was a pretty good video. Thanks for putting it together. Super helpful!

[@TheCrockers]

Thank you! Just trying to help others!

[@beartankoperator7950]

for vapor barriers in walls in Texas vapor barrier isn't used so much, when it is used it should be placed on the warmer side of the wall, meaning here in the south where we cool with AC most of the year the vapor barrier should be placed on the exterior of the studs. In the north it is applied like you saw in that repo'ed shed where they have it on the interior of the studs. So you were right that application is incorrect

[@yvettehoward5409]

Thank YOU YOU help us out. Thanks again

[@OzarkGuysFishing]

I love the video. Been debating myself on what to do when I decide to get some lake property.

[@Robocoppat]

Both Home Depot and Lowe's sheds kits are junk. They use 2x3 instead of 2x4. And instead of a full 8' board, they use a 2' section and a 6' section? Anyway $3500 for a 10x16 is overpriced. I've been building sheds for over 17 years and for $3500 I could build a 16x24. Anyway very informative video. 2 THUMBS UP

[@Robocoppat]

@Oscar Zamora I know I found that out way back in 89/90 when I was living in Port St Lucie. I was given a warning by the Port St Lucie Police Dept for parking on my OWN lawn. Lol. Anyway I wanted to build a small 8x8 shed for pool supplies, but was turned down because the neighbors line of sight was non- pleasing. I was told to store my pool supplies in the garage. That's what it was for. The standard size she'd in the industry, that doesn't require a permit, is 10'x10'. Anyway thanks for the updated info regarding Florida because I plan on moving back down there.

[@mtz3843]

you are right, i built mine for 800 and used real wood

[@misteron07]

Home Depot don't make sheds they buy them from Tuff Shed. if you look at the tags on the sheds at home depot in the video you will see the name Tuff Shed. Their large sheds are built well on the bottom they use steel for all the floor rafters. I have one in my yard it was a display model so mine was reduced. the only complaint I have was when they delivered the shed they just placed it on the ground I would rather have a footer and a foundation. For a shed its ok. as for a home I would want 2 x 6 s walls and 2 x 12 s floor rafters, the roof will work with 2 x 4 s. windows and doors should be house windows and doors. shed doors or even RV doors and windows are not the best option. local codes will be a problem in using sheds for a house. some states do allow cabins for temporary housing. and sheds can be used. Check local laws before starting your tiny home project.

[@kathyknepp9883]

Patrick where do you sell your buildings at?

[@RetroRanger88]

Can you build me one? Actual question.

[@lasheyfields7041]

I did the same exact thing with the Dirksen web site currently I'm still weighing options with companies and build types but really appreciate you guys sharing their experience with us and really doing a great job of relaying information and answering any questions to the best of your abilities. Really have me thinking about going in the tiny home direction its really a no-brainer and don't know why anyone wouldn't do it, its practical and just seems to be more feasible financially I'm all about saving money and using your money down to the best possible penny. This has been a dream of mine for a really long time and I plan and hope to make this dream come true in the very near future. My question and concern is location placement and foundation? of what will be allowed in certain states? like land, building, safety, sewage, septic & building code and zoning and permit requirements etc.? Electricity? On or Off Grid? Plumbing? Water? is it well water or city? I live in NJ put plan to move to PA how do I find out if this tiny homestead dwelling would be possible? But overall between watching The Crocker Homestead & Better Together Life I'm most definitely am very excited about building my own some day. Thank you for all the information that you share.

[@lindafassett3447]

Incredibly helpful video!! Thank you!!

[@noramoore864]

Your home is lovely. Thanks for the info.

[@jadestone8552]

Oh I wanted to tell you both of my sheds are lofted and hold a lot of weight up there for years with no problems.

[@GlassicGamer]

Another inexpensive option would be to go with a steel building such as from vikingsteelstructures then just pour a concrete pad they deliver and build it for you for that price. I am considering it for a barndominium style build. I like the steel siding and roof because of its longevity and high wind speed resists.

[@ginnyleedays]

I looked up vikingsteelstructures but can not find page. Could you please let me know info for web page

[@luannecolhouer1704]

P0

[@TheAnnoyingBoss]

I think the metal buildings make for good affordable workshops and garage automotive spaces

[@maxkallio]

thanks for all detailing!

[@combatmedic91-b76]

Thank you for doing the research good job!

[@jadestone8552]

I have bought two Derksen buildings for storage and I have been extremely happy with them. No problems at all. I am considering buying a third to convert to a tiny house and a carport. I am 71 and I don't want or need a lot of space anymore. Lol

[@TheCrockers]

Sounds like you did the right thing!!

[@chubbyninja842]

I built an office/spare room in my backyard with the help of TuffShed. They sold me a 12X20 shell with a steel frame floor, upgraded door & windows for $3,500. The build process was great. They sent 2 guys over in a truck and just 3 hours later the shed was built. Blew my mind how efficient those guys were. From there I took over with my father and my son. We ran electric, floored it, insulated, drywalled, put in a bunch of outlets and overhead lighting, nice paint inside and out. We also put up a dividing wall with a door, turning the building into 2 rooms of 10X12. One of the rooms is just a spare room at this point. My son lived there for a couple of years before he moved out. It's very comfortable. We installed heating and AC as well. To finish off the building only cost us another $1,500 because we did all the labor ourselves. I've been using the office half of the building year-round for a long time now (I work from home). It's great. I love the peace and solitude I get out here, away from the chaos that goes on inside the house (5 dogs and a cat). In all, it basically cost $5K to add two good sized and very functional rooms to my house. I'm very happy with it. Highly recommended.

[@sarahvera239]

You did great love your house thank you

[@marthapetru2318]

I love the house you fixed for yourself. That’s what I would like to have.

[@danield5425]

The long end of the cut on those rafters is sitting flush on the outside edge of the 2x4 exterior walls. Nothing sketchy about that. If you want added security you should nail hurricane clips at every rafter.

[@TheCrockers]

Thank you for the knowledge. Like we said, we're not builders and open to people giving info in the comments. It was just our "I'm an average person" opinion haha

[@amishbuilt]

19mins into your video..this is a truss building not a rafter, so 2-different construction methods, Also the foiled back sheathing is a radiant barrier impregnated into the sheathing and designed to keep the building cool in the summer and heat-in during the heating months. It is not a vapor barrier.

[@chrs1212]

This was so difficult to watch, and I truly hope people do not take this guys advice. When someone says "I have no clue" in their video, DO NOT take their advice.

[@deliaart7304]

OMG, Thank u so much for ur informative videos!!

[@lenorardful]

Thank you!!! This video is very informative.

[@timtravasos2742]

Good reviews, sir. Thanks.

[@TheCrockers]

Thank you so much!

[@txstrongportablebuildings6234]

Would love to see you compare these to a Graceland Portable Building!

[@snoopu2601]

Thanks for the tour I liked. The repo little home with the porch style because I would want a home with a porch to sit outside

[@phillipgilbert9667]

The rafter in question is called a scissor truss! for cathedral impression'

[@starrwizard9405]

Cheaper to build and many states will not allow them because not code. Check your area first to make sure they are up to code if you plan to live in. There are those up to code but please check .

[@sonianugent6429]

I have found the Amish build the best. They build 16 in. On center for the walls and 24in on center ceiling. I love mine. I have it for second living space. But it would make fantastic tiny house. The tiny house I did have was not nearly as well put together.

[@jellyrole2276]

I think its great what you are doing. Keep it up brother.

[@joaquimrodriguez8961]

Nice video, lots of info. thank you.