Amish Made LifeStyle Structure 8 x 16ft Mini Cabin

Preparing the Site for Your New Structure:
Customer is responsible for all site prep and permits. Whatever surface you choose to place your structure on, that surface should extend out approximately 1 foot wider on all sides of the building. Most importantly, be sure you have a level surface area.

There are several ways to prepare your site including the following:

Crushed Stone - We recommend using crushed stone (3/4" clean) approximately 4-5" deep. We also advise that you have 12" of stone around the perimeter of the outbuilding to control weeds and keep moisture away from the building. Before installing the stone, you can either dig out 4" of soil and simply make the stone ground level, or you can make a frame with 4"x4"s or landscape timbers and then fill flush to the top with stone.

Concrete Pad- Another option would be to have a concrete pad installed. If you are going to have a concrete pad installed, remember to keep your pad as close to ground level as possible. We recommend that you make the pad 12’’ wider on each side of the building.

Using crushed stone or a concrete pad will increase the longevity of your building. Having the proper site allows needed air flow, which will keep your structure looking great for years to come!

Permits: If it is necessary to obtain a building permit or cross a neighboring property, it is the buyer’s responsibility to obtain a neighbor’s permission of the necessary permit prior to delivery.

Do not wait to prep the site!  Prepare it as soon as possible, so it is ready prior to delivery.

Shipping and Delivery Info:

Please see lead times list above for an estimated completion date of your structure. Once your structure is completed, we will then schedule a truck for delivery. Your structure will be shipped on a large trailer and will be set into the final location using a fork lift. Our driver will need access to the property and be able to maneuver the structure into position. Any existing fencing, trees, etc will need to be considered before delivery.  They'll need approximately 2ft wider than your structure and about 14ft high clearance from low lying trees.   The driver will contact you before delivery to arrange for a convenient delivery time.  Please have all nesseccary site preparation completed before delivery.  If you need a delivery time later than what is shown on our site, please let us know at the time of your order and we'll do our best to accomodate you.

Here's a video that will give you an idea of the delivery process: