You may think that the heavy equipment stored in your garden shed is enough to hold down the fort, so to speak. But with Australia’s often tropical climates in some parts, high-speed winds and heavy rainfalls could potentially cause damage to your shed.
A shed can be a welcoming addition to your property, but for maximum sturdiness, proper anchorage must be in place.
The size and material of your shed will dictate the way it is fixed to the ground.
Why You Should Secure and Anchor Your Shed?
Anchoring your garden shed provides many benefits:
Compliance
As sheds are considered Class 10a buildings, the Australian Building Code stipulates that these structures must meet specific anchoring requirements.
Stability and Strength
This helps prevent damage during storms and extreme weather conditions. A strong foundation reduces the risk of collapse and makes your shed safer. An anchored shed is much less likely to tip over or slide off its foundations.
Adds Longevity
Steel and aluminium sheds are designed to last, but without proper anchoring, this strength is marginalised. If you anchor your shed correctly, it could be around for decades.
The Best Way To Anchor Your Shed To the Ground
The best way to anchor your storage shed is with concrete. A concrete pad under the floor of your shed provides a strong foundation for the structure. You can use metal anchors in contact with the ground to hold down the concrete. If you don’t want to sink concrete into the soil, you can install pilings aboveground and attach them to the walls of your shed. This can provide a stronger base than concrete alone.
Concrete is durable and will help keep your shed standing up for many years to come. Steel cable ties can be used to reinforce the connection between the concrete and the wall of your shed.
If your shed is larger than 3m x 3m or requires a construction permit, it is advised to install a concrete base.
Types of Concrete Bases
Rebated concrete slabs work well for sheds that sit on level ground. They provide a sturdy foundation and keep out moisture while allowing rainwater to drain away. However, they don’t do well for sheds that sit against a steep incline or along a pathway. A concrete slab that sits flush against the ground is prone to erosion and won’t allow drainage.
Flat concrete slabs work well in areas where there’s no slope, like parking lots. They’re easy to install and require less maintenance than a rebated concrete slab. However, they aren’t suitable for sheds that stand up against a steep incline.
Shed Installation Perth
The Shed Man offers a variety of sheds for your backyard. Our skilled and experienced team will supply, deliver and help you with the professional installation of your shed.
The installers will screed and level your sand site, and lay black plastic and concrete paving slabs. They will assemble the shed, bolt it down around the base frame using Dyna bolts, and seal it around the inside base frame with silicone.
Contact us to find out more about our sheds and installation options.
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