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Garden Shed Construction - Costs

  • 19-02-2008 4:19pm
    #1
    Cmar-Ireland
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    Hi Folks,

    I looking at getting a garden shed and want to gauge prices before I commit to a particular type.
    I would prefer a hollow block shed for security and strength, but not sure if I can afford it at the moment. The other option is a timber shed. Not as secure, but cheaper and quicker.

    I am thinking of a shed approx 10' x 16' or 18'.

    The timber one at that size will be approx €1600.

    Can any of you help with a cost breakdown on the block shed option.
    It would have a plaster finish and concrete tile roof. I can get a window to suit. Would need a suitable foundation, roofing timber etc. I wouldn't be insulating the walls, but would have plenty of DPC to stop rising damp.

    Another advantage of block for me would be that I could put the oil burner inside. That should prevent a repeat of what happened to the last one! (Stolen)

    Any advise appreciated!

    Thanks


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  • #2
    muffler
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    It depends on a lot of factors - type of finishes, doors/window, walls (single block or cavity), insulation in floors, walls and roof. The higher the spec the higher the price.

    I wouldnt want to estimate the cost as prices vary from county to county but there will be others here who will help Im sure.

    Where are you based?


  • #3
    Cmar-Ireland
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,340 ✭✭✭Cmar-Ireland


    I'm in Kildare. I should have said that I will be building with the help of a few mates, so labour costs are not an issue. I'm just looking for material costs.
    9" hollow blocks, Plastered on the outside. Cut roof, with concrete tiles (to match the house) 8" Fascia and soffit. 2 heads and one cill to suit a 5" wide window and 4" door (timber on steel frame, make myself)
    Foundation will probably be 3' wide x 18" deep, rising to a 6" floor over compacted hardcore.


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