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Add Equity in 2023 by Building a Carport

As we head into the new year, many will resolve to accumulate wealth in the coming year. Over the past several years, many have seen an increase in their home values

As we head into a new year with the cost of living soaring, many will be looking for ways to cut costs. If you have a storage unit that you continue to pay on, then it might be time for you to consider the potential of looking into outdoor sheds as a substitute. There are many advantages to investing in an outdoor shed, with one of them being nixing the monthly installment into a storage unit that you’ll have nothing to show for. These are just some of the reasons to ditch your storage for an outdoor shed.

Equity Building

When you pay for a storage unit to house your things, you are just renting a space. When you consider that many people pay for years on storage units and have nothing to show for the rental cost, it is like throwing money out the window. When you buy an outdoor shed, you are adding equity to your property and home. So, if you ever sell your home, you will recoup your investment. Also, if you ever choose to sell the shed, you will have something to show for your purchase!

You Probably Could Have Paid for Everything You’re Storing

Most of us are creatures of habit who just keep on keeping on because it is easier than stopping to look around. Many people who have storage units house things that they forget about and pay monthly not really thinking logically. If you have family heirlooms, that is one thing, but most likely you are paying for items that you stored a while ago and could have paid ten times over. A storage shed will force you to reevaluate what you are paying to store and whether it is a wise investment or not.

No More Going Back and Forth

Likely whatever you have in storage, you look at very infrequently and use even less so. It is a pain in the rear to go to the storage unit, drive through the gate, find yours and then take out what you are looking for. When you are. Done with it, you have to go through the same process, which probably means that you don’t use it as much as you should have, or really get to enjoy what you are storing. When you buy an outdoor shed and it is on-premises, you can use it, look at it, and enjoy it any time that you want!

Resolve to Fix it Up

Many people store things that they want to restore or fix up but just don’t have the time. If you get an outdoor shed and bring your items closer to home, then you can resolve this year to make it the one where you finally bite the bullet and start your renovation project. If you leave it sitting in storage, it will never get done. We tend to take care of things that are in our faces, rather than far removed from our to-do list.

As we head into the new year, many will resolve to find ways to save money for the long year ahead. If you have a storage unit that you are paying on, it might be wiser to consider outdoor sheds. They are an investment that you can recoup whether you sell it at some point or you sell the property that it sits on. Contact us today to see a full list of the many styles, sizes, and builds that you can choose from and start your new year off right!

Cut Costs By Closing Up Your Storage Unit and Investing in an Outdoor Shed for 2023

As we head into a new year with the cost of living soaring, many will be looking for ways to cut costs.

As we head into a new year with the cost of living soaring, many will be looking for ways to cut costs. If you have a storage unit that you continue to pay on, then it might be time for you to consider the potential of looking into outdoor sheds as a substitute. There are many advantages to investing in an outdoor shed, with one of them being nixing the monthly installment into a storage unit that you’ll have nothing to show for. These are just some of the reasons to ditch your storage for an outdoor shed.

Equity Building

When you pay for a storage unit to house your things, you are just renting a space. When you consider that many people pay for years on storage units and have nothing to show for the rental cost, it is like throwing money out the window. When you buy an outdoor shed, you are adding equity to your property and home. So, if you ever sell your home, you will recoup your investment. Also, if you ever choose to sell the shed, you will have something to show for your purchase!

You Probably Could Have Paid for Everything You’re Storing

Most of us are creatures of habit who just keep on keeping on because it is easier than stopping to look around. Many people who have storage units house things that they forget about and pay monthly not really thinking logically. If you have family heirlooms, that is one thing, but most likely you are paying for items that you stored a while ago and could have paid ten times over. A storage shed will force you to reevaluate what you are paying to store and whether it is a wise investment or not.

No More Going Back and Forth

Likely whatever you have in storage, you look at very infrequently and use even less so. It is a pain in the rear to go to the storage unit, drive through the gate, find yours and then take out what you are looking for. When you are. Done with it, you have to go through the same process, which probably means that you don’t use it as much as you should have, or really get to enjoy what you are storing. When you buy an outdoor shed and it is on-premises, you can use it, look at it, and enjoy it any time that you want!

Resolve to Fix it Up

Many people store things that they want to restore or fix up but just don’t have the time. If you get an outdoor shed and bring your items closer to home, then you can resolve this year to make it the one where you finally bite the bullet and start your renovation project. If you leave it sitting in storage, it will never get done. We tend to take care of things that are in our faces, rather than far removed from our to-do list.

As we head into the new year, many will resolve to find ways to save money for the long year ahead. If you have a storage unit that you are paying on, it might be wiser to consider outdoor sheds. They are an investment that you can recoup whether you sell it at some point or you sell the property that it sits on. Contact us today to see a full list of the many styles, sizes, and builds that you can choose from and start your new year off right!

Reasons to Treat Yourself to a Carport for the Holidays

As we head into the holiday season, a lot of us will spend a ton of time shopping around to find the perfect gift for the special someones on our list,

As we head into the holiday season, a lot of us will spend a ton of time shopping around to find the perfect gift for the special someones on our list, but how many of us think about treating ourselves? You do so much throughout the year for everyone else, so why not add something to your life that will make things much easier? These are just four reasons that this should be the year to look for carports for sale and choose the one that makes you happy.

Add Extra Space

Tired of trying to cram everything into a very limited space? A carport not only keeps your vehicles safe from the elements, it also doubles as a great place to put your landscaping and yard tools out of the rain. A carport serves many functions, but chief among them is just to organize and be an area for storing all of your “stuff.” If organization is on your resolution list, then the additional space will make it much easier to follow through!

Entertainment in the Great Outdoors

Thank goodness the pandemic is behind us and we are allowed to return from social distancing to socialization. One of the best things about living in South Carolina is that you can enjoy the great outdoors all year long. The only drawback is that the summer sun is a lot to take during the hot months. If you buy a carport, it can double as a space for an outdoor gathering. Make 2023 the return to having parties every weekend and enjoying being with people you’ve missed!

Reduce Wear and Tear on Your Vehicles and Toys

The summers are brutally hot and you know what they do to you when you stand in the sun, so imagine what they do to your vehicles and toys. A carport will protect them during intense heat and during storms from flying branches and debris. Your vehicles are a big investment, so make it a point to keep them better maintained in the New Year.

Stop Running Through Raindrops

No one likes to move the grocery bags from their car indoors, but it’s especially miserable when you have to dodge the rain with soggy bags. Don’t spend another day running from your car to your door and back again to empty things. Drive right in, be sheltered, and take your time getting the groceries indoors. A carport is like buying shelter from the storm.

With the holidays soon approaching, now is an excellent time to consider treating yourself to a carport. Carports can serve many functions and can really make your life easier and more comfortable. You do so much for everyone else, so now is a great time to treat yourself by looking for carports for sale. We have a variety of options, materials, and brands to choose from. Not only will we deliver a carport; we will make the process seamless. Check out our website to see what we have to offer or contact us today!

5 Unexpected and Unique Ways to Repurpose Your Backyard Shed

If your backyard shed is looking more like a rundown eyesore, don’t tear it down! A storage shed might be named as such

If your backyard shed is looking more like a rundown eyesore, don’t tear it down! A storage shed might be named as such, but that doesn’t mean that you necessarily have to limit it to just “store things.” There are many unique and creative ways to turn that old shed into a newly repurposed space that you can really enjoy for very little cost.

Work Not-So-Remotely From Home

COVID undoubtedly had a huge effect on the way that many workers were able to conduct business. If you were one of the millions who found that working from home was more convenient and decided to make it a permanent situation, then your shed might be a great way to work not so remotely from home. Turn your old backyard shed into a new office, complete with WiFi, and have a home office where you can still wear your PJs if you want, but you can also find respite from the bustle of your home.

Working Out in the Great Outdoors

As the colder weather starts to make its way to the Charleston area, exercising outdoors in the frigid air might not be your forte! Your backyard shed will likely make a great place to store some exercise equipment, some weights, and a place for you. Instead of investing in a gym membership, extend electricity to your storage shed and enjoy working out just steps from your home.

Charcuterie, Anyone?

With the cost of living on the rise, many of us are readjusting our spending to accommodate it. If your entertainment budget is the first thing that you are cutting, you can repurpose it with a new shed hangout. Have your friends over for wine and make a charcuterie board. You can make a place to hang out inside, with a porch to grab some fresh air. Forget the sitter since you are still home, but don’t sacrifice time for yourself and your besties. We waited too long to gather together to quit now!

Game Time?

With colder temperatures comes football! If you are tired of hitting the sports bar but still want to have some time for yourself and the guys, then make your shed your sports haven. All you need is a makeshift bar, a couple of stools, and a big-screen television. The best part of having a sports bar on the premises? You get to stumble home when the games are over!

Santa’s Workshop?

The holidays will soon be approaching. This year, go the homemade route and put some thought, creativity, and “you” into your gifts. If you turn your backyard shed into your own little “Santa’s workshop,” you can make arts and crafts for family and friends to enjoy. You can also allow your little ones to get creative along with you without worrying about messing up the house or having to safeguard your furniture!

If your storage shed is starting to look like it should be condemned, there is hope. It doesn’t cost much to fix it up, and what you will get is a whole lot more space. However, if there is just no saving it, then Portable Buildings of Ravenel has the solution you need to add an office, workout room, entertainment area, or your own workshop for very little. Contact us today to discuss how we can build you a backyard haven!