Buffalo Built Shed FAQs

Opting for a cheap shed can leave you with such as lower-quality materials, limited storage space, and fewer features like windows and insulation – but there are ways to reduce the cost. Choosing simple finishes and standard-sized components for materials, selecting a shed size that meets your needs but isn’t overly large or small, and considering which parts of the project you can do yourself can help you save money. Read more about reducing shed cost here.

Yes! We recommend you consider the height clearance, taking into account accessories like aerials, when building a caravan shed. Roller door clearance is another key factor, with a minimum of 3m clearance recommended to accommodate the caravan. The width and length of the caravan shed should allow for both the caravan itself as well as space for maneuverability and opening doors. Don’t forget the length of the drawbar. And – you might own a bigger caravan one day! Plan ahead for potential future upgrades or additional storage needs by building extra room into the shed. Read more about building a caravan shed here.

“Is it necessary to put insulation inside COLORBOND® sheds?” Our Managing Director Ross Barker, who has a lifetime of shed-building experience, says the answer is “absolutely”. The relatively minor additional expense of shed insulation is well worth it – let’s look at some of the benefits and the types of insulation available for most styles of COLORBOND® sheds. Read more about shed insulation here.

Think about factors like your property’s aesthetics, blending in with the environment, and temperature considerations: lighter colours reflect heat better and are suitable for hotter areas, while darker colours may retain heat. Consider the impact of colour on your shed project and surroundings. Buffalo Built offers a range of Colorbond colours for roofs, walls, doors, and gutters, allowing you to mix and match. Read more about how to choose shed colurs here.

We highly recommend that all farm sheds have cement floors, and the most economical time to pour the slab is at the beginning of the project. More than 90 per cent of the residential and farm sheds we build have cement floors. It’s more economical to cement your shed at the start of your build, but if your budget is tight you can always add it in later. Read more about cement slabs for shed floors here.

The short answer is yes! Before getting your shed project underway, it’s highly likely that you’ll need a Building Permit. If you’ve decided to work with Buffalo Built in a project management capacity, we can look after the whole application process including all required documents. Read more about shed permits here.

In Victoria, if your residential shed is no more than 3.2m in height, you can build on the boundary. Farm sheds fall under a different building class, with different rules – farm sheds need to be spaced appropriately in relation to the surrounding features of the site. Farm sheds generally need to be 5m off the property boundary in Victoria. Read more about building sheds on the boundary here.

Yes! Buffalo Built shed kits can be supplied with premium gutter profiles, flashing, and downpipes. There are various tank options to choose from, including in-ground or above-ground tanks and different size choices. For drinking water, look for BPA-free, food-grade polyethylene tanks. Read more about connecting  your water tank to your shed here.

Buffalo Built offers a range of different roller door styles. Roller doors are most functional when paired with a personal access door, so you don’t have to open the entire roller door just to walk inside your shed. Buffalo Built offers roller doors up to 5m wide, however we don’t offer roller shutters – these are generally better suited to large industrial sheds and buildings. Read more about shed roller doors here.

Think about the size of your bales and how many you need to store. Allow enough space inside the shed for moving and transporting your hay, and consider the roof height and pitch on your hay shed, which can be constructed to provide maximum internal storage space. Orientation is important too to keep hay and fodder out of the weather. Read more about building a hay shed in Victoria here.