Garden sheds are an essential component of any functional garden space. They provide storage for bulky garden tools, as well as for other tools. A large garden shed could provide enough room for plant potting or a general workshop. Additionally, a substantial shed could be utilised as an indoor sitting area. Garden sheds come in a huge array of sizes and can be specified to your precise requirements, providing you with full control over the number and position of windows, type, size and location of door, and design of roof. Garden sheds typically come in one of three materials. Wooden sheds are the common style and can be integrated well into any garden creating a natural look, particularly if the wood used for the shed is matched to adjacent fences. Wooden sheds are still very popular, although they will require maintenance by retreating or staining the wood to maintain the life of the shed. Garden sheds are also manufactured from metal, which is very durable and therefore ideal for storage of tools and other equipment. Metal sheds also require hardly any maintenance. The final material for garden sheds is plastic, which in modern examples is much more resilient than might be expected. When considering a garden shed, it's essential to make certain you pick one that will fit in your garden space. Garden sheds will need to be located on a level area, and will require a base to be built as a foundation. This base could be made from either concrete, paving, gravel or a floating timber base, but will need to be the right size for your shed and capable of supporting the weight of your shed when loaded.
The typical cost of Garden shed is £600. Costs vary based on the materials and the organisation selected. The upper price range can be as high as £690. The material costs are typically around £150
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Requests for quotations in Essex in August 2026
Requests for Garden shed quotations in Essex in August 2026. 0% change from July 2026.
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Chelmsford - CM1
Enquiry from: Steve H
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1) eco base for a shed. 12 x 6 ft. 2) possible erection of the shed. are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) do you have a: medium size garden what level of service are you looking for: i...
Stanford-le-Hope - SS17
Enquiry from: Marcia N
Start Date: Immediate
I need a 8x10 shed with a lean-to shaded area, installed with a base.
Westcliff-on-Sea - SS0
Enquiry from: Munawar H
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8x6 feet timber garden shed installation charges please
Loughton - IG10
Enquiry from: Jan Y
Start Date: Immediate
Build shed when arrives. 6 x 4 tiger shed
Clacton-on-Sea - CO16
Enquiry from: Kevin M
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i am looking to have two shed bases laid in my garden. one for my shed, which will be approximately 3m x 5m. the second base is for my wife's green house, which will be 6' x 10'. as of yet i have not ...
Hornchurch - RM12
Enquiry from: Devi C
Start Date: Immediate
Install a plastic shed 6x8 Darwin ketter.
Leigh-on-Sea - SS9
Enquiry from: Allison L
Start Date: Immediate
I have a shed that is leaning and needs repositioning, if possible.
Harwich - CO12
Enquiry from: Michael W
Start Date: Immediate
Remove old garden shed roof and put new one on, with felt, please. Also fit new 2' by 2' perspex window. Size of roof(2 chip boards is 6'x30 inces approximately.
Grays - RM16
Enquiry from: Peter T
Start Date: Immediate
Shed Assemble , Flat Pack Plastic Green Garden Shed.
South Ockendon - RM15
Enquiry from: Richard O
Start Date: Immediate
Shed roof repair Replacement of existing roof damaged. Damaged over head woods frames. Fence gate repairs.
South Ockendon - RM15
Enquiry from: Richard O
Start Date: Immediate
Shed roof repair Replacement of existing roof damaged. Damaged over head woods frames. Fence gate repairs.
Dagenham - RM8
Enquiry from: Stephen R
Start Date: Immediate
M y roof of my shed re felted
Romford - RM3
Enquiry from: Adewole A
Start Date: Immediate
new fence installation and artificial garden. are you the property owner: owner property type: terrace do you have a: small garden garden type: back garden work required: lawn/turfing, fencing/walls, ...
Walton on the Naze - CO14
Enquiry from: Cheryl J
Start Date: Immediate
small garden shed to be taken down and removed. are you the property owner: owner property type: semi detached garden type: back garden work required: shed current state of garden: the garden is clear...
Chigwell - IG7
Enquiry from: Steve P
Start Date: Immediate
Over grown garden area (bramble) cleared, including piles of wood from an old shed and various pieces of junk.
Chelmsford - CM1
Enquiry from: Amrudha R
Start Date: Immediate
customer requested quotes for garden shed from a carpenter around chelmsford. they are considering a couple of projects at the moment.call anytime to arrange appointment to discuss. the information be...
Leigh-on-Sea - SS9
Enquiry from: Linda M
Start Date: Immediate
i require a quote for the removal of cutting down trees and shrubs and clearance from property along with tidying garden there are others works i will discuss on site are you the property owner: tena...
Leigh-on-Sea - SS9
Enquiry from: Linda M
Start Date: Immediate
my garden is well overgrown and trees are out of control, i need the garden to be cleared and shrubs and trees to be cut back to a manageable size there is a compost large bin which has to go and a wo...
Woodford Green - IG8
Enquiry from: Hakay S
Start Date: Immediate
1. landscaping a slanted grass area 2. pruning all overgrown plants 3. possibly demolishing old shed and rebuilding a new one 4. disposing of any waste in the process are you the property owner: owner...
Ilford - IG1
Enquiry from: Noman N
Start Date: Immediate
lot of weed growth on the side of shed,also rubbish behind the shed which needs clearing are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached do you have a: medium size gard...
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Yes, it is possible to insulate a shed. You might want to do this if you’re planning on working in it during the winter. A professional will be able to help you find an insulated shed or advise you on how to insulate a shed that you already have. Always seek professional advise first before attempting to do this yourself!
Yes, your shed does need a base. This is to give it a solid, level foundation. Open soil will not help with the longevity of the shed itself or the contents within. The best materials to use to make your shed base are concrete, natural stone or wood.
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