The base cost for shed construction only ranges from between $400 to $500.

The cost of building a large garden shed varies from region to region and the size of the garden shed is also a factor. Large garden sheds can cost upwards of $4,000, depending on the quality of material used and the size of the structure.

Cost breakdown of building a large shed

Below is a list of some of the shed ideas and shed materials needed to build a large shed:

The base cost of installing the shed usually ranges between $400- $500 (depending on the location, size and style). This is for shed construction only and does not include any other expenses such as windows, doors or electrical wiring. The foundation is generally an extra cost.

A large 12x20 shed can range from about $30,000 depending on the quality of material used and the size of the structure.

To add a little shine and make your shed look good you can coat it with a layer of polyurethane varnish which can cost a few hundred dollars. It will give your structure that desirable sheen but also protect it from moisture, dirt and UV rays. You can paint the outside with acrylic paint if you are not going to varnish it.

Here's the answer to how much does a shed cost according to action sheds. If you want windows or glass doors fitted in the sheds then this could cost anywhere above $2000 depending on the style and complexity of the window in the sheds that you choose. The wood flooring for the sheds costs about $75- $150 per square metre and adding skylights will add another $500- $2000 onto your bill.

How much would it cost to build a small shed?

A small shed that can be built in a day with inexpensive materials would cost $500. Additional expenses can include council fees for council approval. Labour costs, installation costs, the price range of materials like steel zincalume from different suppliers, concrete footings, and more add to the expense.

How long does it take to build a large shed?

A large shed can take anywhere from 2 weeks to a month complete depending on how big it is and who is building it. A small shed should take two to three days and a large 12x20 shed would take between 6-8 weeks. Anything larger than that could take up to 10 weeks or more depending on how much work you can do by yourself, the region where it is being built and if there are any delays due to unforeseen circumstances. If you need additional work space, concrete slab, storage space to store garden tools, and more then time will increase.

Is it easier to build or buy a shed?

Sheds are easy to build from an easy assembly kit and It is more money-effective to buy a pre-built shed as they are cheaper than building it yourself with materials. However, if you have the skills, time and patience then building a shed can be rewarding. Doing it yourself will also give you the freedom to design and construct a shed that is tailor-made to your tastes.