Talk to most businesspeople who have been around for more than six years, and they will often discuss their operations in terms of pre-COVID and post-COVID. That’s true for builders in the shed industry. “(Pre-COVID) business was stable, but the pandemic brought a surge in demand,” says Orlando Penner, founder[Read More…]
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August/September 2026
Unique Requests
Like many niche markets, the way each day unfolds can be unpredictable for those in the shed industry. We spoke with several folks in a variety of shed businesses to find about some uncommon situations that involved custom products, special features, or delivery glitches. A few even came with some[Read More…]
Inside Shed Ventilation
If you’ve ever stepped into a hot, sweltering shed in the middle of summer, you’ve already experienced how important proper shed ventilation is. Ventilation reduces the shed temperature and produces a more comfortable environment. It also reduces the risk of condensation problems which might affect the quality of the air[Read More…]
Enough for Today
I started writing this at 9 p.m. tonight, and 11 p.m. is the line—the moment I’m choosing to say, “This is enough for today.” I will pick it back up tomorrow. It’s a deliberate choice because I used to let everything hit me at night. As a teenager, I would[Read More…]
Navigating Health Insurance for Small Businesses
Health insurance can be overwhelming, especially for small business owners like many of those in the shed industry. But the benefits can outweigh the challenges, especially when you learn more about offering health insurance for your employees. During the webinar, “Health Insurance 101 for Small Business Owners and Startups,” presented[Read More…]
The Zoning Maze
The backyard ADU (accessory dwelling unit) market is booming. Homeowners across the country are desperate for affordable housing solutions, and they’re willing to build on their own land to get it. For shed builders, this should be the easiest pivot in the world. You already know how to construct a[Read More…]
Regional Future Design Logic
Every region of the country has unique weather and property conditions that affect how a shed is built. Northwest Sheds has introduced a structured approach that clarifies how shed builders in Seattle address construction, installation, and long-term use in Western Washington. The framework reflects over 30 years of experience working[Read More…]
Big Shed Business Blueprint
I can say for certain that success in the shed industry does not happen by accident. Selling sheds at a high level takes more than putting a few buildings on a lot and hoping customers show up. To do this business in a big way, there are four core ingredients[Read More…]
Moving On
For shed haulers, having the right equipment is key to successful structure deliveries. Many of you count on Pine Hill to supply your trailers, and that means you’ve counted on Reuben Miller on the sales team. But life happens, and people move on. That includes Reuben. The company recently shared[Read More…]
