Base Laying
A shed base should be dead level and firm enough to take the weight of the shed (and it’s contents) without subsiding.
Concrete, tarmac, paving slabs, concrete blocks and treated timber sleepers can all form suitable shed bases.
We strongly recommend that the base is constructed slightly smaller than the nominal size of the shed so the shed itself will protect the base from the weather.
A shed which is never standing on a wet surface will last many years longer than one which is frequently in a puddle.
Precision and Excellence
Base Laying
EAGLE sheds are designed to be erected on a firm level base, such a base will prolong the life of the shed and is essential if problems such as badly fitting doors and windows are to be avoided. Provided that the proposed site is earth, we can lay concrete paving slabs to form a suitable base.
Base Laying Prices
WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO INCREASE OUR PRICE if the time element included in that price is exceeded due to adverse conditions such as:
- Excessive slope on site
- Obstructions such as tree roots, old foundations, fence posts, manholes etc.
- Distance of site from nearest roadway.
Such extra charges will be at the rate of £60 (inc VAT) per man hour.
Please note: A paving slab base is only satisfactory if the site can be excavated down to the lowest level on the site. If the site requires the existing level of the land to be built up, then a concrete base may be required, for which we will be pleased to quote.
| Size | Time | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3',4' or 5' by 2' or 3' | 30 mins | £95 |
| 6',7' or 8' by 2' or 3' | 30 mins | £127 |
| 4',5' or 6' by 4',5' or 6' | 1 hr | £165 |
| 7',8',9' or 10' by 4'.5' or 6' | 1hr 30mins | £245 |
| 7'.8',9' or 10 ' by 7',8',9' or 10' | 2hrs 30mins | £364 |
| 11',12',13' or 14' by 4',5' or 6' | 2 hrs | £331 |
| 11',12',13' or14' by 7',8',9' or 10' | 3 hrs | £488 |
A Firm Foundation
Levelling Frames
All timber buildings require a firm level base if they are to prove satisfactory in use. Failure to provide such a base will lead to the building distorting out of shape so that the doors and windows will not fit properly and may leak.
When the proposed site for a shed is an existing hard surface such as concrete, tarmac, paving slabs etc and the site is not level, we can supply a levelling frame. These frames are made of vacuum pressure treated timber and are levelled using treated packing. Once the frame has been levelled the shed can be erected on it.
COST OF LEVELLING FRAME
£2.30 per sq ft (Subject to minimum charge of £60)
Includes VAT and Installation