Question 1

Do you include the foundation and electrical hookup?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our price includes the foundation and electrical hookup to your house. Everything you need to begin comfortably working, creating or playing in your backyard space comes included.

Question 2

What about heat and AC?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. Our price includes a 9000 BTU (rated for 600 sqft) ductless mini-split that handles heat and AC all year round.

Question 3

What else is included in your buildings?

Accepted Answer

In short, everything you need to have a great experience, and a fully functional, conditioned, and finished space that will stand the test of time:

• Fixed price
 • Industry-leading warranty
 • Site prep, dirt haul
 • Concrete foundation w/ rebar
 • Electrical hook up to house and sub panel on new building
 • 16" O.C. 2x4 stick framing
 • Ductless mini split for year-round temperature control (heat & AC)
 • Wall and ceiling insulation
 • Drywall, tape and mud
 • 6-8 electrical outlets
 • 6-8 can lights with dimmer switch + outdoor light(s)
 • Customizable window options
 • Luxury vinyl plank or customizable flooring
 • Horizontal lap, or board & batten siding
 • 30 year architectural shingles
 • Premium interior and exterior paint

Question 4

Are your buildings manufactured or pre-fabricated somewhere?

Accepted Answer

No. All our Backyard Offices are built on-site using the same techniques and materials that were used to build your home. This has many advantages for you as a home owner.

Question 5

Are you less expensive than pre-fab competitors?

Accepted Answer

In short, absolutely. We tend to be substantially less expensive (not to mention higher quality) than pre-fab competitors. Prefab options usually just include the exterior shell, leaving you to hire subcontractors for everything else (concrete foundation, assembly of the shell, electrical, insulation, drywall, shingles, floor, paint, HVAC, etc.). The options built fully assembled in other states and delivered here tend to have substantial delivery costs (driving it all the way here, craning it in, etc.) and don't include foundation and electrical hook up.

Question 6

Can I write this structure off on my taxes?

Accepted Answer

In many cases, yes,(https://www.moneytalksnews.com/slideshows/can-i-deduct-that-home-office-shed-in-my-backyard/) but you'll want to talk to a tax professional to confirm. (We are not tax professionals).

Question 7

Can I customize my Backyard Office or add upgrades?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you certainly can. All our home office sheds are built on-site from the ground up, allowing us to accommodate most requests. Our online 3D configurator (https://design.backyardofficeutah.com/)is a helpful start, but don't feel limited by its constraints. Anything you can dream up, we can design and build.

We also offer various upgrade options such as:
 • Exterior GFCI outlets
 • Cedar tongue and groove ceiling
 • Shiplap walls
 • Skylight(s)
 • Ethernet or security camera hook up
 • Ceiling fan
 • Gutters w/ downspout
 • Old shed removal
 • Upgraded electrical panel to support a hot tub or other loads
 • (just about anything else you could want)

Question 8

Do you build larger buildings with plumbing in them, like ADUs?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we certainly have and can, though we are more selective with these types of projects. Reach out at info@backyardofficeutah.com (info@backyardofficeutah.com)or call/text (385) 296-6744 to learn more.

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Locations We Service in Utah (UT)

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