What goes wrong with sheds if you wait
Rotting floors and bases
Sheds set directly on soil or grass soak up moisture from the ground and the floor rots from the bottom.
Leaking and mossy roofs
Moss and needles hold water on the roof, and once the roofing fails, everything inside gets wet.
Doors that stick and sag
Doors swell, hinges loosen and the frame twists until the door will not close.
Damp, mouldy storage
Poor ventilation leads to condensation, rust and mould on everything inside.
Common jobs we take on
- Custom shed building
- Shed roof repair
- Rotten shed floor replacement
- Shed door repair
How Lower Mainland weather affects sheds
Sheds in the Tri-Cities sit through months of steady rain, often under tall trees that drop needles and keep the roof shaded. Moss grows quickly and the base can sit in wet ground for half the year.
Building on a raised, well drained base with pressure treated framing, proper roofing and ventilation makes a shed last decades instead of years here. Many Lower Mainland municipalities also have size and setback rules for accessory buildings, which we check before building.
Warning signs to watch for
- A soft or sagging shed floor
- Leaks, stains or mould inside
- Moss or missing shingles on the roof
- Doors that stick or will not close
- Rot at the bottom of the walls
Maintenance tips
- Keep the roof clear of moss and needles
- Keep the base off the soil with good drainage
- Repaint or re-stain every few years
- Keep gutters or drip edges clear
- Add vents to reduce condensation
How G2 Home Services handles sheds
We design and build custom sheds sized for your yard and what you need to store, on a raised, drained base with pressure treated framing, proper roofing and painted siding. We also repair existing sheds: new floors, roof repairs, door rebuilds and rot repair.
Every job is backed by our written promise: a locked-in price before we start, we redo anything you are not happy with, and a one-year workmanship guarantee.
Custom Shed Building & Shed Repair near you
We are based in Coquitlam and take on these jobs across the Tri-Cities, Burnaby, New Westminster, Vancouver, Richmond and the North Shore. Got other small jobs too? Add them to the list and we will do them in the same visit. See small jobs & odd jobs.
Custom Shed Building & Shed Repair: frequently asked questions
Do I need a permit for a shed in Coquitlam?
Smaller sheds often do not need a building permit, but size, height and setback rules still apply. We check your municipality's rules before building.
How long does it take to build a shed?
Most custom sheds are built in a few days, depending on size and finish.
Can you repair my existing shed instead of replacing it?
Often yes. If the frame is sound, we can replace the floor, roof, doors or rotten siding.
