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A shed is only as good as what it sits on. We build proper wood bases so the structure stays square, the doors keep closing and water runs away instead of sitting.
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A few recent shed bases
A small sample of the bases we build across the GTA every season.
Uneven yard in, level shed out.
Sloping lawn, broken stones, roots. We frame a base over it, level it, and the shed goes on top sitting true.
See shed assembly
BeforeAfter
How we build a base
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Ground checked, frame squared
Slope, surface and drainage get checked first. Then a pressure-treated frame sized to your shed model goes in, levelled across the whole footprint and checked in both directions.
Deck fixed down solid
Plywood deck fixed down so the floor doesn't flex, set clear of the ground so air moves underneath.
Shed goes on top
Often the same day. Larger sheds sometimes need the base first and the shed the following day.
Frame, levelled and squared
A pressure-treated frame sized to your shed model, levelled across the whole footprint and checked in both directions.
Deck fixed down solid
Plywood deck fixed down so the floor doesn't flex, set clear of the ground so air moves underneath.
Shed goes on top
Often the same day. Larger sheds sometimes need the base first and the shed the following day.
Why the base matters
Almost every shed problem we get called out to fix started here.
Keeps the shed square
A shed on uneven ground twists, and once it twists the doors never line up again.
Stops rot from below
Sitting directly on grass or soil traps moisture and rots the floor from underneath.
Lifts it clear of water
A proper base keeps the floor above standing water and snow melt.
Protects your warranty
Manufacturer warranties often require a level base, so skipping it can void yours.
From quote to finished base
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Send the details
Brand and size of your shed, plus a photo of where it's going.
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Get your quote
We quote from your details and photos. Anything that can only be confirmed on site, we go over with you there.
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Pick your date
Same-week slots are often available, weekends included.
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We build it
Base first, then the shed on top, often in one visit.
Common questions
Something else on your mind? Call or text 647-915-8443 and we will answer it straight.
A base is usually part of a shed assembly job. The same applies to gazebos and greenhouses going onto soft ground.
Do I really need a base?
If your ground is not already solid and level, yes. We will not install onto grass or soft ground. It is the single biggest factor in whether a shed lasts five years or fifteen.
Can I put a shed straight on grass?
Not with us. Grass is never level and it holds water, so the shed twists and the floor rots. Other crews will do it. We build a base instead, because that is the part that decides whether it lasts.
Do you build on an existing patio or pad?
If it is solid and level, you may not need a base at all. Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
Can you build the base and the shed in one visit?
Often yes, depending on size and access. Larger sheds sometimes need the base built first and the shed the following day.
What size base do I need?
It depends on the shed model. Send us the brand and size and we will work it out.
Ready when you are
Send the brand, model and size, plus a photo of the spot, and we will come back with a quote.