Garden sheds are a godsend for many families as they are so useful and serve a number of purposes. They are used most commonly to store garden tools and lawnmowers throughout the year but if they are large enough many people store garden furniture in them through the winter months.
Without proper maintenance many sheds develop a leak in the roof as the felt deteriorates due to the sunlight, rain and frosts and suddenly the contents of the shed are in danger of being spoiled. Repairing a leaky roof is simple to fix and only requires a roll of felt and felting nails or staples which can be bought from many DIY stores. Once the old felt is removed, check that the timber underneath the felt has not been damaged as this will need replacing if it has rotted.
Painting the garden shed to protect it from the elements and also to brighten it up is a good idea as the paint will help to extend the life of the shed but a more natural can be achieved by painting it with timber preservative every couple of years.
It is a good idea to check whether any mice are using the shed as a home as they can cause damaged to the contents. Any holes found in the base of the shed should be filled in with expanding foam to prevent entry.