The acreage shop is the most common build we do. It's the classic prairie setup — a personal shop on your property where you store your vehicles, keep your tools organized, and have a warm, dry space to work in during the winter months. It's not a commercial operation and it's not a farm — it's your shop, built the way you want it.
The Right Size
Most acreage owners underestimate how much space they need. A 30×40 feels big until you park two trucks and a quad in it — suddenly there's no room to work. Our most popular acreage shop size is 40×60 — enough for vehicle storage on one side and a full workshop area on the other, with room to move around. 30×50 and 40×40 are good mid-range options, and 40×80 is popular for people who know they want a serious workspace.
Our advice: go one size bigger than you think you need. The cost difference between a 40×60 and a 40×80 is modest compared to the regret of running out of space in two years.
Complete Packages
Most acreage shop clients go with our complete kit packages, which include everything: engineered trusses, wall framing, metal cladding, trim, R22 wall insulation, R50 ceiling insulation, vapour barrier, interior metal liner, overhead door(s), walk door, windows, and stamped drawings. The building is fully enclosed, insulated, and ready for electrical and heating when we're done.
Heating Options
In-floor heat is the gold standard for acreage shops — it keeps the slab warm, dries out wet vehicles, and heats the space evenly without blowers. We can rough in PEX tubing during the concrete pour so it's ready for your HVAC contractor. Other options include forced-air furnaces, overhead radiant heaters, and unit heaters. Your choice depends on how often you use the shop and how warm you want it.
Recommended Frame Type
Stud frame is the most popular for acreage shops because most owners want a finished, insulated interior they can work in comfortably. It's easy to wire, insulate, and hang cabinets on flat stud walls. Post frame is a good budget option if you want more space for less money and don't need fully finished interior walls.