How to Level the Ground for a Backyard Shed
Consider three things when leveling a pad for a backyard shed. Choose the location of the shed with drainage, accessibility and aesthetics in mind. The foundation is the key to any outdoor structure. The backyard shed needs a level and square foundation; otherwise, your building will become unstable and will deteriorate rapidly. Take steps to provide a solid level foundation for your backyard shed. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Safety glasses
- Work gloves
- Shovel
- Level
- Wood stakes
- String
- Tape measure
- 2x piece of straight lumber
- 4 foot level
Instructions
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Put on your safety gear. Power equipment can throw debris that could blind if it comes in contact with an unprotected eye.
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Stake off the four corners of the shed and add an additional 2-foot perimeter within the staked area.
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Remove the sod from within the staked area. This can be done with a shovel, sod cutter or a rototiller. Remove any rocks or root.
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Check the levelness of the pad in several locations, including the perimeter and diagonals. Use a piece of 2x lumber that is straight with a 4-foot level sitting on the narrow side. Remove any high spots with a shovel.
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Tips & Warnings
A water level Is recommend to use for a large pad.
After you have the pad level, stake down thick black plastic to keep grass and weeds from growing under the shed.
Before deciding on a shed's location, have your property flagged by the local utility company.
Check that you are not placing the shed on any setbacks or easements.
