Shed Skid Placement & Site Preparation
A Quality Structure Needs a Proper Place to Sit.
The location and foundation beneath your new building play an important role in how the structure sits and performs.
Skids form part of the base system supporting portable outdoor buildings.
Proper positioning and site preparation help distribute the structure appropriately.
Siding
Vinyl and wood siding options.
Windows
Bring in natural light while enhancing the building's appearance.
Doors
Select the appearance and access your structure requires.
Cupolas
Give your structure a distinctive finishing touch.
Colors & Trim
Coordinate your structure with your home.
Accessories
Add functional features such as ramps, lofts and workbenches.
Shutters
Add architectural detail and color.
Roofing
Choose from available architectural shingles and metal roofing.
When you're comparing sheds, don't simply compare dimensions and price.
- Matches your home's roofing
- Falls within a similar color family
- Complements siding
- Coordinates with shutters and trim
The current swatch page shows approximately two dozen color choices, making metal roofing one of the most visually flexible customization categories.
Why Site Preparation Matters
A poorly prepared location can contribute to:
- Uneven settling
- Doors becoming difficult to operate
- Poor drainage
- Water collecting around the structure
- Reduced accessibility
- An uneven appearance
Find Your Shed Style
An upscale storage structure designed to become an attractive feature of your backyard.
NANTUCKET
Choose Your Location Carefully
Before ordering your structure, consider:
Access
Can the building be delivered to the location?
Grade
Is the area reasonably level?
Drainage
Does water naturally collect in the proposed location?
Clearance
Are there trees, fences, wires or other obstacles?
Property Requirements
Are there setback, zoning or permit requirements?
Consider whether you'll be storing:
Colors & Trim
Coordinate your structure with your home.
Accessories
Add functional features such as ramps, lofts and workbenches.
- Lawn mower
- Riding mower
- Garden tools
- Snow blower
- Holiday decorations
- Workshop equipment
- Recreational equipment
- Motorcycle
- Patio furniture
- Bicycles
- Wood siding
- Siding colors
- Trim colors
- Shingle roofing
- Garage door styles
- Entry doors
- Windows
- Vinyl siding
What Size Storage Shed Do I Need?
- Metal roofing
- Shutters
- Cupolas
- Other available accessories
Create a Workshop
- Coordinating siding
- Contrasting shutters
- Walkways
- Landscape beds
Organize Household Storage
Move seasonal items out of the garage or basement.
Pair your Quaker structure with:
The goal is to make your shed look like part of the property—not something simply placed in the backyard.
- Foundation plantings
- Flower boxes
- Decorative doors
- Matching roof colors
Pool Areas
Store equipment and furniture in a building that complements an outdoor living space.
How Is The Floor Built?
A strong floor is especially important when storing riding mowers, motorcycles and heavier equipment.
How Are The Walls Framed?
Wall construction contributes to structural strength and gives siding, doors and windows a dependable foundation.
How Is The Roof Built?
Roof construction needs to support roofing materials and withstand everyday exposure to weather.
What Materials Are Used?
Consider siding, flooring, roofing, fasteners and trim—not just the exterior color.
Are The Doors Built For Everyday Use?
Frequently used shed doors need to provide convenient access and dependable operation.
Coordinate the shed roof with an existing metal roof or exterior accent.
Make It Distinctive
Think About The Future
Consider not just where the shed fits today, but also:
- Future landscaping
- Fences
- Driveways
- Pools
- Patios
- Home additions
- Equipment access
A good location should remain practical for years.
Cupolas
Give your structure a distinctive finishing touch.
Roofing
Choose from available architectural shingles and metal roofing.
Check Local Requirements
Permit, zoning, setback and foundation requirements vary by municipality and structure size.
Customers should verify applicable requirements with their local municipality before purchasing or installing a structure.
Siding
Vinyl and wood siding options.
Windows
Bring in natural light while enhancing the building's appearance.
Doors
Select the appearance and access your structure requires.
Cupolas
Give your structure a distinctive finishing touch.
Colors & Trim
Coordinate your structure with your home.
Accessories
Add functional features such as ramps, lofts and workbenches.
Shutters
Add architectural detail and color.
Roofing
Choose from available architectural shingles and metal roofing.
Where is Star Ridge Structures located?
Star Ridge Structures is located at 139 Bowman Road in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
What does Star Ridge Structures sell?
We offer Amish-built storage sheds, one-car garages and chicken coops in a variety of styles and configurations.
What shed styles are available?
Our shed styles include A-Frame, Dutch Barn, Mini Barn, Dormer, Two-Story, Quaker and Nantucket structures.
Are fiberglass doors available?
Yes. Star Ridge currently displays fiberglass doors on an A-Frame example.
Can I get taller shed doors?
A current Star Ridge A-Frame example includes 7-foot-high doors. Availability should be confirmed for the structure you're considering.
Skid Placement FAQs
What are shed skids?
Skids are structural supports beneath many portable outdoor buildings.
Does the site need to be level?
A stable, properly prepared and level site is important for proper placement.
Should I prepare the site before delivery?
Yes. Confirm the required site-preparation specifications for your particular structure before delivery.
Do I need a building permit?
Requirements vary by location, building size and intended use. Contact your local municipality for requirements.
Planning a New Shed?
Talk with Star Ridge about your structure and property before installation.
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