What’s Included · Ed’s Backyard Builds
What’s In Your Shed Price —
And What to Expect Before Build Day.
Every Ed’s Backyard Builds structure is built on-site at your property. Here is exactly what the base price includes, what falls outside it, and what to know before the crew arrives — stated plainly before you sign anything.
Included in the Base Price
- On-site construction — built at your property by Ed, Randall, and Travis, not dropped in as a factory shell.
- Heavy-duty floor system — pressure-treated components designed for practical everyday backyard use.
- Fully framed walls and roof structure — complete structural assembly from foundation to ridge.
- Exterior siding and trim — installed, fitted, and primed for final caulk and paint or stain.
- Complete roof assembly — roofing felt, drip edge, ridge ventilation, and 30-year architectural shingles.
- Extra-wide double doors with threshold — standard on every build.
- Standard material carry-in — no added charge under normal site access conditions.
Not Included in the Base Price
- Interior finish work — insulation, drywall, trim-out, and specialty interior configurations are not part of the standard build.
- Lofts, stairs, and built-ins — available as selected upgrades, not included by default.
- Final paint or stain — exterior components are primed and ready; finish application is the homeowner’s responsibility unless arranged separately.
- Permits and engineering — permit fees, engineering reports, and any specialty compliance items required by your municipality are the homeowner’s responsibility.
- Old shed removal — the build area should be cleared before the scheduled build unless removal has been arranged in advance.
Timeline
How Long Does the Build Take?
Structures under 120 square feet are typically completed in two days on site. Larger buildings generally take four to five days, depending on site conditions, access, weather, and configuration. Your specific timeline will be confirmed in the written proposal.
Your Presence
Do You Need to Be Home?
Not for the entire build. An adult should be available at the start to confirm placement and at the end for the completion walkthrough. You do not need to supervise the work in between — that is what the crew is there for.
Concrete Slab
Building on a Slab?
Let Ed know before the build is scheduled. Slab installations require different materials and preparation. Flagging it in advance prevents delays and keeps the build moving correctly.
Before & During the Build
Build Confirmation
Ed contacts you before the scheduled start to confirm order details, site readiness, and the anticipated first day on site.
Site Preparation
The build area should be cleared and within roughly 6 inches of level across the footprint before the crew arrives. Optional site prep services are available if needed — ask in advance.
Old Shed Removal
Existing shed removal may be arranged as an optional service. The build area must be clear before installation begins. Same-day removal is not available without prior arrangement.
Insurance & Standards
Ed’s Backyard Builds carries appropriate insurance for company operations. Every crew member follows established build and jobsite standards on every project.
How should I prepare the site before installation?
Clear the build area and get it within roughly 6 inches of level across the building footprint. If your site has significant grade variation or needs prep work, discuss it with Ed before the build is scheduled — not the morning the crew arrives.
Do you offer site preparation or foundation work?
Yes — optional site preparation and foundation services are available. If you want a more turnkey process from cleared ground to finished structure, ask about site-ready options when you contact Ed. These are scoped and priced in the written proposal, not added day-of.
Built On-Site
Assembled at your property — adapts to your site instead of forcing your site to accommodate a prebuilt unit.
Straight Answers
What is included is stated plainly. What is optional is stated plainly. No surprises at handoff.
Family-Led
Ed, Randall, and Travis build every structure. The people who quoted the job are the people who show up.
Upgrades Available
Keep the base build simple or customize around your use case, your property, and your budget.
Questions before build day? Call or text Ed at (513) 379-2421 or email edwin@edsbackyardbuilds.com.
Why Built-On-Site Still Matters
Ed’s Backyard Builds vs.
Typical Prefab Shed Options
Many shed companies can show a photo and quote a starting number. The better question is what happens when your property has limited access, placement needs to be exact, or the base price does not reflect the real job. That is where built-on-site construction tends to be the stronger fit.
Why Some Homeowners Prefer Built-On-Site
Built-on-site construction gives more flexibility when access is limited, placement matters, or the project needs to work with real backyard conditions instead of ideal delivery conditions. It also creates a direct line between the homeowner and the people actually doing the work.
A Fair Comparison — Prefab Is Not Always Wrong
Prefab sheds can be a practical option when access is easy and the customer wants a standardized delivered unit. For homeowners who value site adaptability, transparent expectations, and a more personal process, Ed’s Backyard Builds is typically the stronger match.
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| Feature | Ed’s Backyard Builds | Typical Prefab Competitors |
|---|---|---|
| How It Is Built | Built on-site, where it will live. Materials are carried in and assembled at the final location — treated floor system, framed walls, roof framing, ventilation, shingles, doors, and windows installed in place. The build adapts to the property, not the other way around. | Built in a factory and delivered as a finished unit or large sections. Works well on open, accessible sites. Key structural decisions are made before the building reaches your property. |
| Access Flexibility | Well-suited for restricted access. Materials are carried through gates, side yards, and around grade changes. Fenced yards, narrow side yards, and uneven terrain are manageable — no large equipment required at the final location. | Access depends on trailer approach, turning radius, clearance, and equipment reach. On constrained sites, delivery logistics can limit options or require additional coordination before the unit can be placed. |
| Placement Precision | Placement is confirmed on-site before construction begins — accounting for grade, drainage, setbacks, door swing, and how the homeowner plans to use the space. The shed is positioned for the property, not for delivery convenience. | Placement is often influenced by delivery logistics and the handling requirements of a prebuilt unit. Flexibility in exact positioning can be limited, particularly on sites where the delivery path and the ideal location are not the same. |
| Who You Are Dealing With | Direct, local, family-led. The same people involved in planning are the ones who show up and build. Ed, Randall, and Travis — no handoffs between sales, dispatch, and a crew you have never met. | Communication may pass through separate layers — sales, scheduling, dispatch, delivery, and setup. Efficient in a standardized system, but it can create distance between the customer and the people doing the actual work. |
| What Is Included | A structurally complete, weather-ready exterior build: pressure-treated floor system, full wall framing, roof framing, felt, drip edge, ventilation, 30-year architectural shingles, doors, windows, and exterior components installed and primed. What is in the proposal is what gets built. | Base pricing may not reflect the real job. Delivery conditions, site-specific requirements, and upgrades can add to the advertised number. Always confirm exactly what the quoted price includes before committing. |
| Site Adaptability | Adapts to real conditions. Grade variation, slab installations, site-prep coordination, and practical field decisions based on what is actually at the property are handled in real time by the same people building the structure. | Prefab models are designed around standardized installation assumptions. Straightforward on simple sites; post-delivery adjustments can be more limited depending on how the unit was manufactured and transported. |
| What Kind of Buyer It Suits | Homeowners who value transparency, direct communication, and a tailored result. Properties that are not simple. Buyers who want to know who built their shed and who to call if something is not right. | Buyers with easy access, a straightforward site, and a preference for a fast, standardized transaction. The right fit for the right property — but not always the right fit for every property. |
Questions to Ask Any Shed Company
- Is the shed built on-site or delivered as a prebuilt unit?
- How does tight access, a fence, or a slope affect the project?
- What exactly is included in the advertised base price?
- Who confirms final placement before work begins?
- Who is on site doing the actual build?
Where Ed’s Backyard Builds Has a Real Edge
- Properties that are not ideal for full-unit delivery.
- Buyers who want direct contact with a local, family-led team.
- Projects that need exact placement and real jobsite coordination.
- Homeowners who care as much about the process as the finished shed.
- Situations where what is quoted needs to match what gets built.
Compare the Full Process — Not Just the Starting Price.
A shed can look similar in a photo while the buying experience behind it is completely different. Before choosing any builder, compare access flexibility, placement precision, who you are communicating with, and exactly what is included. That is where the real value becomes clear.
Call or text Ed at (513) 379-2421 · Email edwin@edsbackyardbuilds.com