Picking a storage building size is one of those decisions that's easy to get wrong in both directions — too small and you're back on our lot in a year, too big and you're paying for square footage you'll never use. Here's how to think about it.
Start with what's actually going inside
Don't size around "storage" in the abstract — size around your specific list. Lawn equipment and a riding mower need different floor space than boxes and seasonal decorations. Walk your current stuff, or make a real list, before you start comparing widths.
- 8x12 to 10x16 — tools, lawn equipment, seasonal storage for an average household
- 10x20 to 12x24 — a small riding mower or ATV plus general storage, or a starter workshop
- 12x30 and up — a full workshop, a car or truck, or storage for a business/contractor
Leave room to move, not just room to store
A building packed wall-to-wall isn't usable — you need an aisle to actually get to what's in the back. A good rule of thumb: plan for 20–25% of the floor as walking/working space, not storage.
Check your property before you order
Measure the actual spot the building will sit — including clearance for delivery. Our trucks need a clear path in, and most cities/counties have setback rules from property lines and easements. We'll walk through this with you before delivery so there are no surprises on install day.
When in doubt, size up one notch
The cost difference between one size and the next is usually smaller than people expect, and outgrowing a building means buying a second one later. If you're between two sizes, the larger one is almost always the better long-term call.