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Leveling blocks are not included with the purchase. Leveling blocks are not required in all states/counties, but the member should check his/her local requirements. Your building will be built on 4x4 pressure-treated runners. We will use treated leveling materials and shingle shims to level up the floor prior to installing the shed. If your ground is out of level greater than 6 inches, leveling blocks will be needed.
You should check with your local Building Authority and Homeowners Association prior to installation to make sure your shed is compliant with all codes, easements and setbacks.
Painting is not included with purchase and is the homeowner’s responsibility. Gorilla sheds are built using pre-primed siding. Manufacturer requires the use of 100% acrylic latex paint. All exterior horizontal and vertical joints must be painted. Doors should be painted on all 6 sides including front, back, and all four edges. Painting your shed to match your home often meets HOA requirements.
Yes, installation can be purchased separately on our products.
Lead times are typically 3-4 weeks depending on seasonality.
ALERT: Due to popular demand, our lead times have been extended to 8-12 weeks in some areas.
A person at least 18 years of age will need to be present at the time of installation. You do not need to be home once the installation process has begun, but you should be home at completion for a walk through and to sign the certificate of completion.
One professional installer will be assigned to each build and the installation time will range from 6-10 hours. Time varies based upon location, leveling, and carry time at the assembly site.
A Heartland representative will contact you within 3-5 business days of your purchase date to review your order and schedule installation. The representative will also confirm your shingle color, optional paint color and any accessories at this time.
Our sheds meet or exceed 40 pounds per square foot.
Our sheds have been designed and engineered to meet approximately 90 M.P.H. wind speeds and between 20 and 30 pounds of ground snow load depending on the shed model.
Contact Lowe’s at (888) 645-6937. Lowe’s will process your refund when you return to the warehouse.
We offer warranties of 10-15 years. Please see specific model for more details. A 1-year warranty on labor is included with professional installation.
The customer is responsible for removal prior to your scheduled delivery date. This is only required if the new Heartland shed is to be assembled in the same location.
Like your home, your new shed will require occasional maintenance to ensure many years of use. In addition to re-painting, you should perform other maintenance.
Leveling blocks are not required in all states/counties, but you should check local requirements. Your building will be built on 4×4 pressure treated runners. We will use treated leveling materials and shingle shims to level up the floor prior to installing the shed. If your ground is out of level greater than 6 inches, leveling blocks will be needed
You should check with your local Building Authority and Homeowners Association prior to installation to make sure your shed is compliant with all codes, easements and setbacks.
Painting may be purchased separately when professionally installed. Otherwise, painting is not included with purchase and is the homeowner’s responsibility. Heartland sheds are built using pre-primed siding. Manufacturer requires the use of 100% acrylic latex paint. All exterior horizontal and vertical joints must be painted. Doors should be painted on all 6 sides including front, back, and all four edges. Painting your shed to match your home often meets HOA requirements.
Heartland will caulk all critical joints (addressed during installation). All additional caulking is at homeowner’s responsibility. Your shed is built like your home and should be caulked when painting. Manufacturer recommends paintable caulk. You should caulk all horizontal and vertical joints and any seams and gaps prior to painting.
Your shed should be caulked and painted within 30 days after installation. Check with your Homeowners Association to ensure compliance with architectural codes.
Our sheds are manufactured with the upmost precision to ensure every building meets our engineering standards. Once your shed is installed, be sure to caulk all remaining joints besides those critical joints already caulked by Heartland. Following these simple steps will prevent water from entering your shed.
Width is always listed first and depth is second. This is also the side that the door is located. Example: 10’x8’ (10’ wide by 8’ deep.)
For Special Orders, your shed kit will be delivered curbside within 3-5 weeks after purchase. In-stock models can be purchased and picked up at your local Lowe’s store.
Our shed kits are protected in shrink-wrap to prevent damage during shipping. In-stock models can be picked up at your local Lowe’s store. Special Order models will be delivered curbside secured to a pallet. Dimensions are roughly 4ft. x 8ft. in size and weigh nearly 2,000 lbs.
Assembly usually takes 2-3 days depending on experience. It’s a great weekend project.
Shingles and roofing nails are not included with purchase. We prefer to give customers the option to choose their own color to match their home, personal preference and coordinate with their shed color scheme.
Absolutely. Check out our videos page for more details.
Our sheds can be built with the common tools found in your garage.
Required tools:
We suggest a minimum of 3’ clearance around your shed in order for you to construct the building properly. A minimum of 4’ is recommended if your shed is 12’ wide or more.
Yes, there are specific dimensions that the slab will need to be to fit the shed. Contact us for specific dimensions. Please allow seven days for curing before building the shed on the slab.
Leveling blocks are not required in all states/counties and are only needed if the build site is out of level.
Permitting is usually determined by your township based on the size structure you choose. You should check with your local Building Authority and Homeowners Association prior to assembly to make sure your shed is compliant with all codes, easements and setbacks. If engineered drawings are required, please contact us to receive signed and stamped drawings.
No. Painting is the homeowner’s responsibility. Our sheds are built using pre-primed wood siding and is light beige in color. 100% acrylic latex paint is required. Paint all exterior horizontal and vertical joints. Doors should be painted on all six sides including front, back and all four edges. Painting your shed to match your home often meets HOA requirements.
Your shed should be caulked and painted within 30 days after assembly.
Your shed should be viewed like a home and all critical joints should be caulked with paintable caulk. Caulking prevents water from entering your shed. You should caulk any seams, gaps, horizontal and vertical joints prior to painting.
Our sheds meet or exceed 40 pounds per square foot.
Our sheds are designed and engineered to meet approximately 90 M.P.H. wind speeds and between 20 and 30 pounds of snow load depending on the shed model.
Contact Lowe’s at (888) 645-6937. Lowe’s will process your refund when you return to the warehouse.
We offer warranties of 10-15 years. Please see specific model for more details.
1. Contact us and we can arrange for the shipment of the damaged or missing product to your home.
2. You can purchase the needed missing or damaged items from your local Lowe’s store. Email or mail the receipts of the purchased missing/damaged parts to our corporate office. We will reimburse 100% for any item that was missing or damaged in the kit.
Heartland
1000 Ternes Drive
Monroe, Michigan 48162
Like your home, your new shed will require occasional maintenance to ensure many years of use. In addition to re-painting, you should perform other maintenance.