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Project of the Month: Custom Shed

You feel confident about your company's brand identity, knowing your unique values. The challenge is communicating this identity to your target audience effectively. The key is developing a strong brand voice, which is the tone used in all forms of written communication.

A portable shed is a significant investment, and its longevity depends on proper installation, which involves factors like site access, site preparation, and foundation choice.

One major challenge in the rent-to-own (RTO) sales of sheds is the lack of training for shed dealers regarding RTO policies, which differ from financing options. Proper training is crucial to prevent misrepresentation and conflicts with customers.

Hurricane Helene struck the southeastern U. S. in September 2024, causing extensive damage and loss of life. In response, the Shed Haulers Brotherhood from South Carolina started donating sheds to those in need.

A little information about the 2025 Garage Shed & Carport Builder Show

Garages and garage door designs have changed significantly over the last century. Initially, garages were separate structures, but by the mid-20th century, attached garages became common, often placed at the back of homes.

Most people believe that the color of a building is not essential, but many customers care about the colors of buildings they will use long-term. Companies like Best Buy Metals look at sales trends to decide which colors to offer.

December 2024 Issue of Garage Shed & Carport Builder Magazine(00:00) - Intro (00:19) - Value-Added Selling: Be a Consultant, Not an Order Taker (09:43) - Gold Standard Customer Service: Going Beyond the Basics in the Shed Industry (17:39) - How to Find Your Unique Brand Identity: And Put It to Work in Your Marketing (25:18) - Construction Business Tax Payments: Streamlining the Process with Technology (32:43) - Character, Competence, and Chemistry: Pine Hill Trailers’ 3 Cs Keep the Company Moving Down the Road (38:54) - Get FREE National Publicity: Submit a Building Project for the Annual Building Showcase (42:01) - Proper Handling of Overheating Lithium-Ion Batteries: How to Deal with Thermal Runaway Safely (44:52) - Builder Tip: Minimize Nail Pops & Keep Nail Heads from Backing Out (47:42) - Garage, Shed & Carport Builder Show Preview: Kickstart Your Business Growth in 2025 with the Greenville Show (51:05) - Project of the Month: Combination Gym and Storage Shed by Olde Liberty Structures (52:38) - Construction Survey Insights: A Shield Wall Media Builder Trend: More Builders Go from Big to Small Than from Small to Big  

 Oct/Nov 2024 Issue of Garage Shed & Carport Builder Magazine(00:00) - Intro (00:21) - How Does the Customer View Your Business? The Importance of Maintaining an Attractive Shed Lot (09:30) - Billboards and Roadside Marketing: Even in the Digital Age, Traditional Marketing Still Has Tremendous Impact (17:55) - SE Yard Solutions: Edwin Miller Talks About On-Site Shed Building (25:34) - Find a Power Tool Battery Recycler: Power Tool Institute Shows You How (28:53) - Steps to Find, Attract, and Hire: Develop a Talent Pipeline (38:31) - Four Trends Driving the Growth of Luxury Custom Garages: Timber Frame Structures Evoke Timeless Character and Old World Charm (43:19) - Delden Manufacturing Company: A Tale of Two Leaders: Their Lessons and Legacy (49:08) - Maximizing Return on Investment: The Value of High Quality Garage Doors in Modern Home Design (55:15) - Insulation Options for Portable Sheds (01:01:27) - Project of the Month: Workshop by Walker Buildings (01:02:42) - Construction Survey Insights