Thinking about building a new shed to protect your assets? Whether you need extra storage for machinery, classic cars, or hay bales, installing a kitset shed yourself may be easier than you think.
At Alpine, we provide some of the fastest and easiest kitset sheds on the market. Our unique design makes the build process simple and efficient, so you can easily construct your dream shed yourself.
In this blog, we discuss exactly what makes our kitsets easy to build and provide insights from those who have built our sheds before. So, whether you’re a building professional or embarking on your first DIY shed project, ere’s what you need to know about Alpine's kitset sheds NZ in and how the design can save you time and labour costs.
All of our box section rafters are pre-welded with a simple bolt connection. This means you can easily and quickly bolt them together at the apex of the shed. It’s just a matter of lifting and attaching to your poles with one bolt.
Alongside this, our rafters are pre-cambered which keeps them incredibly strong and straight in the long run - ensuring the longevity of the shed.
Kaiwaka builder Andre Nicolai loves how simple our box section rafters are, and the way this feature has substantially decreased his construction times.
Hear from Andre below:
J-hangers are simple J-shaped brackets that are pre-welded onto the steel rafters. The purlins sit in these cleats and are simply bolted in place. This is a simple and efficient process and can cut your labour requirements in half.
Furthermore, this process removes the need for a second person holding the purlin in place while you fix them.
See how Alpine’s pre-welded J-hangers simplify the installation of purlins and help reduce the time and labour required during construction.
Your beams for the end of the gable will arrive at your door plum cut with the correct angle. There is no need for yourself or builders to cut on-site, which makes the beam assembly process very straightforward and ensures your shed can be built efficiently and effectively.
Watch the video to learn how Alpine’s pre-cut gable end beams remove another job from the build process, helping make assembly faster and more straightforward on site.
All of your timber will arrive pre-dried and graded. This saves time on-site that would otherwise be spent sorting through the timber.
At Alpine, we strip-stack wet timber packs and allow them to dry over several weeks, which takes the water content from around 80% down to less than 20%. This means the timber that turns up on your site is light, straight and easy to work with, saving you time when building the shed and decreasing the risk of injury.
Mike Wright and his team at Mike Wright Construction have been building sheds for various companies for almost 20 years.
Hear from Mike below about the quality of materials and the ease of construction that the Alpine kitset provides.
Your kitset will arrive neatly packed, with the components grouped together, and packed in the order of when it is needed. For example, the purlins are packed together, girts are packed together, and so on.
Furthermore, you will find the rafter bolts near the top of the kitset, and the cladding screws found near the bottom of the kitset as this is the order in which the shed is built and which you will need the materials.
All of your components will also be labelled, ensuring the materials are easy to find and your job is as simple and quick as possible.
See how Alpine kitsets are packed and organised to make finding the right components easier as you work through the build.
To ensure everything is included in your kitset, with nothing missing, we have a triple-check system in place for each kit that goes out. Each kitset is checked three times in our yard so that you receive everything you need, clearly labelled, right down to the last bolt.
You will be provided with all shed components including screws, bolts, nails, and everything else - except for the concrete (and any concrete-related components).
Charlie Johnson says that his kitset arrived with everything he needed and "everything was there, everything was easy." Hear from him below:
Each kitset comes with a clear and easy-to-follow set of plans making every step of the construction process extremely fast. While promoting quick construction times, we do not compromise on accuracy. The precise plans are a simple way to guarantee you both an efficient and meticulous build.
Levin builder Rob Farmer comments on how fast and easy Alpine sheds are to build. Hear about Rob’s experience below:
There’s no single answer, as build times can vary depending on the size of your shed, the number of people working on it, the equipment available, the type of flooring, and even the weather.
However, Alpine kitsets are specifically designed to make construction as quick and straightforward as possible. In some cases, an Alpine shed can be built in as little as 1-3 weeks, depending on the size and specifications.
Features such as pre-welded rafters and J-hangers, pre-cut components, clearly labelled materials and easy-to-follow plans all help reduce time and unnecessary work on site.
There’s no single answer, as build times can vary depending on the size of your shed, the number of people working on it, the equipment available, the type of flooring, and even the weather.
However, Alpine kitsets are specifically designed to make construction as quick and straightforward as possible. In some cases, an Alpine shed can be built in as little as 1-3 weeks, depending on the size and specifications.
Features such as pre-welded rafters and J-hangers, pre-cut components, clearly labelled materials and easy-to-follow plans all help reduce time and unnecessary work on site.
From storing farm machinery or hay to classic cars, Alpine kitsets are an effective way to protect your assets from the elements.
Whether you have one or several sheds to build, our kitsets are designed for easy construction, so you can spend less time building and more time enjoying the additional space.
So, for an NZ kitset shed that is simple, straightforward, and efficient to build, we're here to help. Give the Alpine team a call and we’ll help you get started.
For further insight and recommendations from other clients and builders who have worked with our kitsets before, click here.
What's included (and what's not) in your kitset?
Your Alpine kitset includes all the components needed to build your shed, including structural steel rafters, timber poles and framing, cladding, fixings, screws, bolts and nails, along with detailed construction plans. Concrete and concrete-related components are not included.
Do I need building experience to assemble an Alpine kitset shed?
You don't need to be a Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP) to assemble an Alpine kitset shed. Our kitsets are designed to make construction as straightforward as possible, with pre-cut and pre-welded components, clearly labelled materials and detailed plans to help simplify each stage of the build. However, if you have little or no building experience, we recommend getting help from someone who does.
How long does it take to build a kitset shed?
Build times depend on factors such as shed size, available equipment, the number of people working on the project and weather conditions. Thanks to Alpine’s time-saving kitset design, some sheds can be built in as little as 1-3 weeks.
What makes Alpine kitset sheds easy to build?
Alpine has been manufacturing kitset sheds in NZ for over thirty years. During that time, our experienced team has refined the design to reduce the amount of cutting, sorting and preparation required on site. Features including pre-welded rafters and J-hangers, pre-cut gable end beams, organised components and easy-to-follow plans all help make construction faster and more straightforward.