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To keep everyone involved in check, we did a quick list regarding some of the things addressed so far…  Maybe it’ll help you ward off anxiety and keep you  more focused.

1.   Don’t get in over your head.  Choosing the right type of shed is important, but don’t bite off more than you can choose, especially if your skill level doesn’t match up.

2.  Make sure all parties involved are on the same page for where this shed is going.  Staking it out will give a quick visual for the location and help you avoid a critical error requiring more frustration and money to move this thing.  Plus, it’s heavy and I DON’T recomend trying to move it.  This is where finalizing the size comes in as well.

3.  Do some research as far as time and materials.  Next post will cover some basic materials and scoping out the deals.  Break it down and plan things out for what’s to be tackled first.  Again, avoiding frustration and the feeling of being overwhelmed is a good thing.

4.  Make sure that you’ve got the things you need as you get into this project.  Plans – check.  Building materials – check.  Help – check.  And get going!

5.  Motivate  yourself by setting realistic goals, like pouring the foundation one weekend, framing the next weekend, siding and roofing the following weekend.  And don’t be afraid of getting alot of help for this.  You might over tax yourself and get worn out and un-motivated when you’re going solo.

6.  When this whole fiasco is finished…  invite the friends, family and crew over for a nice cold beverage and admire you’re hard work.

7.  On second thought, don’t just stand there looking at your shed… build a deck and some benches that will make the after party more comfortable.  Start planning your next project!!!