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At Hometown Sheds, we are more than sheds – much more. One of our recent projects shows how much we can truly customize storage to meet the needs of your home or in this case, business.

Getting Started. Recently the contractors for Averett University located in Danville, Virginia reached out to our Hometown Sheds Danville location about a custom project that they needed completed. The college was installing a very large evaporative air conditioning unit outside of one of their primary buildings. The contractors needed a structure to keep it covered from the elements and to keep it secured over time. After several meetings with Steve, our Hometown Sheds Danville manager, a plan was put into place.

Bringing It to Life. Once the measurements were taken and plans discussed, the construction began. However, there were a few unique features that needed to be accommodated. First, due to the nature of the system, the covering needed to include an air gap at the top all the way around for ventilation. Second, the framework needed to be constructed so that wires could be run and properly installed around the back of the unit. During several parts of the project plans were adjusted and “tweaked” to accommodate the new system. The steel structure was truly customized to fit the project.

The Finished Project. From the initial meeting to final inspection, the new structure was designed, installed, and finished in around three months. Upon completion, the covering measured 14 x 31 x 20 on one section and around 14x50x10 on another. Our customers were pleased with the final outcome and the new air conditioning unit will stay covered, safe, and secure for many years to come.

When you think of Hometown Sheds, think outside of the box. Of course, we’re here for all of your storage sheds, garages, and buildings, but we’re happy to work with you for all of your custom projects, too. If you have a dream, Hometown Sheds can help you bring it to life. Give us a call today to discuss your next project!

If you’re watching TV or the mailbox, then you’re likely already seeing holiday ads and toy wish books heading in your home. Instead of another toy, gadget or electronics, many families are choosing to gift experiences and activities. That’s why the playsets from Hometown Sheds are the perfect fit for kids of all ages.

Slide, Climb and Swing Into Fun. As the kids run out the door Christmas morning, they’ll find years’ worth of entertainment. As you custom design your set you’ll be able to choose from slide options, forts, playhouses, tubes, monkey bars, sandboxes, picnic benches, towers, chutes and so much more. Add a fireman’s pole for little Johnnie or lemonade stand for Susie. We’ll even create a custom plaque to add your family’s name, finishing off your investment. This year invest in your kids and invest in outdoor play!

Not Your Average Playset. The playsets that you’ll find at Hometown Sheds are NOT the same quality, materials and construction that you’ll see at many of the big box stores. They are quality crafted, with made in the USA construction and vinyl wrapped treated wood. That means no staining EVER, no warping or rotting from the sun and rain and no exposed wood on any part of the set. Even the brackets are powder coated, preventing peeling and rusting over time. You’ll find stainless steel bolts throughout the construction, and each swing comes with two ground anchors to keep your little ones safe and sound. The ladders include non-slip steps and safety rails and rubber coated swing chains keep little fingers from being pinched.  Canvas tent roofs are a thing of the past. All of the sets at Hometown Sheds include wind resistant poly-lumber roofing.

Delivery & Installation. You have enough to do around the holiday season. Instead of staying up all night Christmas Eve, Hometown Sheds is happy to do the hard work for you. Once we set a delivery date and time, our installation professionals will completely install your new set right down the very last swing, slide and ladder. And did we mention that delivery is free in most areas?

Don’t blink, the holidays will be here and gone in a matter of weeks. We make the holidays simple with pay over time financing, delivery and set up. “Swing” by our Danville location or call us today to get started creating the playset of your family’s dreams.

It’s hard to believe that the holiday season is knocking at your front door but, it’s here! This year Hometown Sheds has made it easy for you to give everyone on your list exactly what they want. Just like the famous toy wish book when you were a child, our gift giving guide has something for everyone on your list.

1. Sheds: Does dad need a new workshop or man cave to watch the big games? Or, is mom ready for her own she shed for crafting and relaxation? We can custom build your metal or wooden shed with size ranges from 8′ x 10′ up to 14′ x 40′. You’ll find many color and trim choices, door and window packages, electrical options and many more features available to truly make it your own.
2. Carports & Garages: Keep the new bikes, 4 wheelers, scooters, go karts, and outdoor play equipment safe throughout the year with a new carport or garage. The sizes on our structures are almost unlimited. They start at 12′ x 21′ and go up to 60′ x whatever length you want! Whether you need a single carport, a RV cover or a large garage for bulky equipment, we’ve got you covered, literally.
3. Buildings: Our barn buildings give you space and versatility for your animals, equipment, vehicles, and tools. There are many options for doors, roofing, and lean-to shelters to get the exact configuration you need.
4. Playsets: What kid wouldn’t love waking up Christmas morning to endless adventure waiting in their own backyard? Our Amish built playsets are maintenance free, durable and customizable with features including slides, swings, forts and much more! In most cases delivery and set up are included as well, to make it easier on Santa Christmas eve.
5. Chicken Coops: These handcrafted hen houses have been designed for the comfort and safety of your chickens as well as easier egg collecting for you. You’ll find a variety of sizes and interior options, too!
6. Dog Kennels: Is Santa bringing a new four-legged friend this year? In addition to lots of standard features, you can customize a kennel to suit your budget, your backyard and your furry baby (or babies). We have kennels for your home or even commercial kennels available, too.

Kick back and enjoy the holiday season! All of our options include delivery and set up in most areas and we offer pay over time financing! So, what are you waiting for? Pick out that perfect gift at our Danville location today and have it delivered in time for Christmas day.

When you’re considering a new building, carport or garage, every detail matters. That’s what we make sure to educate our customers on the difference in the types of steel available and how that affects your investment.

Galvalume® Versus Galvanized Steel.

First, it’s important to know your options and recognize that all steel sheds are not created equal.

Both Galvalume® and galvanized steel are coated with a layer of zinc to provide protection against corrosion. This coating creates a barrier between the steel and the outside environment. Zinc is resistant to corrosion which means that it helps prevent rust and other types of corrosion.

Galvalume® is s a type of steel that has been coated with a combination of aluminum and zinc, providing enhanced corrosion resistance. It is applied by using a coating of 55% aluminum, 43.5% zinc, and 1.5% silicon to the steel substrate. The steel is dipped in zinc through a hot dip process, prior to the baked enamel process. This process offers greater heat resistance for your building as well with its reflective properties, allowing the interior of your building to stay cooler.

You’ll often find Galvalume® in areas with extreme high and low temperatures and hurricane zones. It’s more durable than traditional steel lasting up to double the lifetime. Many builders and contractors often prefer it as well because Galvalume® has a unique appearance with a silver-like metallic finish. This is often preferred for architectural and roofing applications.

Details matter when you’re making an investment like a steel building, and so does the steel. The professionals at Hometown Sheds are here to answer any of your building questions. Call us or stop by today to see your options and get started creating the building of your dreams.

We know that you have choices when it comes to where you purchase your shed or building. There are many companies and even now, several big box stores who advertise “Sheds For Sale”. So, what’s really the difference in the sheds at Hometown Sheds and other guys? To put it simply, our sheds are built to last.

Handcrafted With You In Mind. Unlike the cookie cutter sheds you’ll often see as you drive down the road, our sheds are custom created to our customer’s specifications. Each shed is handcrafted from the ground up with quality materials in our factory right down the road in Danville, Virginia. Our professionals discuss your needs, wants and wishes and we bring it to life, inch by inch, window by window and door by door. Whether your choose a model that’s on one of our lots or, you custom order your shed, you know with the Hometown Sheds name it will stand the test of time.

The Difference In The Details. As we discuss your many options available to you, you’ll likely hear us say “it’s all about the floors and the doors”. That’s because these are two components that are often created with cost cutting methods at our competitors lots. Our sheds are built locally using 3/4” tongue-in-groove floor decking and 2′ x 6′ floor joists for added support. There’s no need to worry about moisture either. Any part of the Hometown shed that will be in close proximity to the ground is pressure treated to prevent mold, mildew and rot. Our doors are steel framed to make sure there’s not sagging year after year. We even use engineered trusses, something you won’t find with many other companies – an important component considering these are the beams that hold up your roof.

Before you spend another day shopping around, stop by Hometown Sheds and let our local representatives show you the *real* difference and why ours sheds are built to last.

You’ve asked and we’ve now made it easier than ever to find your perfect shed or building at Hometown Sheds Danville. We’re excited to announce that we have now added our real time inventory to our website.

You can now shop our inventory right on the website. Browse our selection, see the images and features for each shed and even see delivery options by zip code. Then you can choose to pay online, finance your building or lease over time. Of course we are also here on the lot to help you through every step as well with any questions or advice. Drop by or call us!

Don’t see what you want? No problem! Just because you don’t see it doesn’t mean it’s not available. Our sheds are custom built from the ground up meaning if you have a unique idea, want a different style, color or feature, we can bring it to life. From work benches and shelves, lean tos and extensions to even a triple garage – at Hometown Sheds your dream can become reality. Just give us a call or stop by to discuss your options.

If you’ve been considering a new storage shed, hop on over to our website and check out our ever changing and latest inventory from the click of your mouse. From shopping to financing to delivery and set up, we aim to make your shed buying process as easy as possible.

Christmas is such a fun time of year. The lights, decorations, wreaths, yard décor…the list goes on and on. But all of those tubs and boxes that you’ve been dragging out of the attic the last few weeks will need to go somewhere when the season is over. Don’t pile them in the corner again when January rolls around. Make plans NOW to get organized and be ready for the new year.

Post Holiday Storage. Whether you’re packing away the decorations in January or you need a space for the new bikes Santa is bringing the kids, Hometown Sheds has a storage building to fit YOU. Our wooden buildings are available in sizes from 8′ x 10′ up to 14′ x 40’. When our staff works with you on designing your building, we’ll customize it to add shelves for all of those holiday decorations, a peg board for the new tools dad is getting, and a ramp for the bikes and big equipment. You can choose from stained or painted siding, or our metal sheds come in a huge variety of colors to complement your home. Don’t wait until it’s time to put everything away during those post-holiday blues. Order your new shed now and have it delivered before the big guy heads back to the north pole.

The Big Stuff. If Santa is bringing you something a little larger this year and you need even MORE storage, our elves can help bring what you’re dreaming to life.  Our carports and garages will keep your new tractor, boat, RV, go kart, and 4 wheelers covered from the wintry precipitation headed your way in a few weeks. Our steel structures start at 12′ x 21′ and go up to 60′ x whatever length you want! They include 29 gauge steel paneling and can be upgraded to guarantee safety from 140 mph wind zones and a snow load of 35 psf. Unlike some of the gifts you’ll receive this year, our buildings are not one size fits all. You can choose from roofing options, windows, doors, lean to shelters, and more.

Give yourself the gift of storage and organization this holiday season and thank yourself in the new year with a new shed, building or carport from Hometown Sheds. Take some time off from the holiday rush and call us, shop online, or stop by today and order now to store it all in 2023!

Order Now To Store It All

Just in time for the holidays, we are excited to announce a huge discount available on our steel buildings and structures. We want to help you wrap up that perfect holiday gift and through November 30th you can save big on our steel structures.

Reduced Surcharges. In recent years, as the cost of supplies has increased, additional surcharges have been added to many items in the building industry to cover these costs, including steel. If you’ve been researching buildings or building products you’re probably used to seeing these surcharges in the final price. However, for a limited time, through November 30th, we are reducing, and in some cases eliminating these surcharges on your purchase of steel buildings and structures. Any purchase under $10,000* has now been reduced to a 10% surcharge and for those over $10,000* the surcharge has been eliminated all together during this offer period.

Even More Discounts. In addition to reducing and possibly eliminating the normal surcharge on our steel buildings and structures, you can also take advantage of a not before seen discounted rate. Purchases $15,000 – $20,000* will be eligible for a 5% total discount, and those over $20,000 will receive a 10% total discount. That means thousands of dollars’ worth of savings just in time for the holiday season. Many of our buildings can be ordered and delivered in as little as 2-3 weeks as well so don’t delay, take advantage of these savings while you can.

There’s never been a better time to get the building you’ve been dreaming of or looking at all year. Reduced surcharges PLUS huge discounts means a win/win for you. But hurry, just like the Thanksgiving turkey, these savings will be gone by November 30th. Call us or stop in and talk to one of our trained professionals for more details and to get started.

*Pre-tax total. See sales representative for more details.

It’s November and that means the month of giving thanks. We want to thank YOU our customers for supporting Hometown Sheds for over 10 years. That’s why we are offering you a chance to win a $500 credit towards the purchase of a new shed.

We want to help you, your family and friends replace their old, broken and ugly sheds. A new shed would make a perfect man cave, she shed craft area or an amazing holiday gift. We have tons of options available with both our wooden and metal sheds including porches, windows, doors, color choices, shelving, workbenches and much, much more. Starting November 1st simply go here to enter for a chance to win a $500 credit towards a new shed. Follow these simple steps.

1. Follow or Like the Hometown Sheds Facebook page
2. Email a picture of your ugly shed to [email protected] by Nov 15th.
3. Beginning on Nov 16th have your friends and family “Like” your ugly shed photo which will be shared on the Hometown Sheds Facebook page (we will send you the link).

The photo with the most likes by midnight November 30th will win a $500 credit towards the purchase of a NEW shed at Hometown Sheds just in time for the holidays! That’s it! Show us your ugly sheds and you could win big this holiday season. Good luck and thank you from Hometown Sheds.

We had a jolly old man with a fluffy white beard stop in the other day, and we’re pretty sure it was Santa! He had a long list, and was asking a lot of questions about…

Kids’ Playsets. Santa said that parents are really looking for screenless toys this year, wanting them to get outside, use their imagination, and stretch their large muscles. In other words, he wanted some gym sets! He loved all the options of slides, climbing bars, swings, picnic tables, towers, and bridges. He asked about accessible options, which we have. And then he wanted to know about safety. We showed him how the Amish built playsets come with vinyl wrapped wood to protect little fingers, but also to eliminate staining, rotting, and warping.

Grownup Gifts. Age isn’t a factor when it comes to believing, which is why Santa Claus has She Sheds and Man Caves on his list. We showed him what garages and carports to get to cover and protect all those grown up toys. He’s even got the perfect gift for work-a-holics – buildings that can be custom made for office and gym space.

Before he left, Santa asked about a custom building. It needed to be really big, rated for snow loads and wind zones, and have a heating package. We’re pretty sure it’s for his workshop. Smart guy, that Santa.

Take a page from Santa’s gook. Invest in storage and fun, and a happy Christmas this year, and many years to come. But hurry, many of our playsets and buildings take around 6-8 weeks to custom order, so call us today to ensure delivery and set up in time for Santa’s arrival!