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Planning a Detached Shop Guide

Calculating height clearance, garage door widths, and slab thickness for boat and RV storage.

Access Height and Overhead Clearance

Plan for 14-foot overhead doors if storing boats or camper RVs. Siding heights must scale proportionately to accommodate trusses.

Reinforced Concrete Slabs

Heaving clay soils require thickened-edge concrete slabs reinforced with rebar and continuous foam insulation bounds to support heavy machinery.

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Planning Checklist

  • Confirm boat height on trailer
  • Install dual drain fuel separators
  • Size thickened edge pad rebars
  • Order insulated rolling door frames