An old or deteriorating garden shed can quickly become both an eyesore and a safety risk.
Whether you’re planning a garden makeover or clearing space for a new installation, understanding how to remove a shed safely is essential.
This guide will explain how to tackle this job safely and efficiently, from preparation to clean up.
Why might your garden shed need dismantling?
Your garden shed may have outlived its usefulness or is beginning to pose risks to your property.
Here’s why it may need dismantling:
Structural damage
Overtime, wooden sheds may rot, warp or weaken making them unstable and unsafe.
Wear and weathering
Constant exposure to rain, wind and sun can cause roof leaks, rust and deterioration.
Outgrown its use
Overtime, your shed may simply no longer serve its purpose.
Replacing it with a modern, multi-functional garden room or custom summer house can offer the upgrade your outdoor space needs.
Pest infestation
Old sheds can become homes for rodents, insects or birds making its removal the best option.
Garden Redesign
When upgrading your garden, removal of old, tarnished furniture and storage comes first.
What safety measures do you need to consider?
– Wear protective gear: Including gloves, safety goggles, long sleeve clothing and tough boots
– Disconnect electrical connections: Including lighting, water and exterior power supplies.
– Assess the shed’s structural mobility: Monitor for signs of instability, such as sagging, loose panels or rotting timber.
– Clear the surrounding area: Ensure the space around the shed is free from obstacles, clear of pets and children and wide enough to move panels and debris.
– Assess weather conditions: Avoid demolition in high winds, heavy rain and stormy weather.
– Identify nails screws and sharp edges: Hidden nails, rusted screws and sharp brackets can be dangerous in the removal process.
Step by Step Removal
- Clear out the shed and isolate utilities
Remove all contents, including tools, chemicals and hazardous liquids.
Shut off any water supplies and electricity at the fuse box.
- Remove doors, windows and fixtures
Unscrew hinges, locks, handles, shelving and other fittings to reduce weight and prevent them from snapping further in the process.
Remove the glass panes and carefully place in a safe container or area.
- Take off the roof
Starting at one edge, carefully remove roofing fixtures, felt, shingles and corrugated roofing sheets one at a time.
- Dismantle wall panels
Locate the screws or nails holding the panels and use a drill to remove them.
You should work from top to bottom, and in sections.
- Tackle the frame
If the frame is timber, cut into manageable sections with a saw if needed.
For metal frames unbolt the fixings and keep them together for recycling or reuse.
- Remove the base or flooring
If the base is timber, unscrew the floorboards and remove the joists.
Concrete or paving slabs can be lifted and stacked for reuse or disposal.
- Sort and clear debris
Keeping the timber separate from the metal, glass and general waste, clear the area.
Use a wheelbarrow to transport the debris to your skip or vehicle.
- Final Inspection
Inspect the area for any remaining nails or sharp objects.
Check the ground is level and free from contaminants before installing new buildings.
Why Green Leaf’s custom garden sheds are the perfect outdoor upgrade
Green Leaf’s bespoke garden sheds will transform your outdoor space.
Made completely to order, you have complete control over style and functionality.
Our garden sheds are available in various dimensions, including 6×4, 7×5 , 8×6 and 10×8.
Whether you’re looking for a small garden shed, a large storage solution or a completely bespoke garden shed tailored to your unique needs we have the perfect option for you.
Contact us today for a free quote and call back!