Indy Shed Company
CUSTOM BUILT SHEDS
Build it as far as you want to take it.
A backyard office, gym or studio starts as a building and gets there in stages — insulated, then finished, then climate‑controlled. Take it all the way, or stop where your budget lands and pick it up again later. Nothing you pay for at one stage gets torn out at the next.
STAGE 1
The Building
Size, style, roof, color, doors and windows
STAGE 2
Insulated Shell
Spray foam, insulated floor, exterior paint
STAGE 3
Finished Room
Drywall, paint, flooring, electrical
STAGE 4
Climate Control
Heating and cooling, year‑round use
Stage 1
The building itself.
This is where every decision that shapes the rest gets made — size, roof style, roofing material, colors, and where the doors and windows go. Doors especially: where one lands changes how the walls get framed, so it has to be settled before anything gets insulated or covered up. Tell us what you're putting inside and we'll tell you what makes sense.
Roof
Gable — classic peaked roof
Barn / gambrel
Lean‑to, single slope
Architectural shingles
Standing seam metal
Standard
By size
By size
Included
Quoted
Shingles are matched to your house. Metal costs more up front and outlasts them.
Doors
Standard building door
Man door with window
Sliding glass, 72″×80″
Overhead garage door
Roll‑up door
Included
$600+
$2,012+
Quoted
Quoted
Garage and roll‑up doors are quoted per build — opening width, headroom and track clearance all factor in.
Windows
Buildings up to 80 sq ft
Buildings over 80 sq ft
Extra insulated 24″×36″
Architectural shingles
1 included
$250+ ea
Included
2 included
Finished builds use insulated units in black or white. More glass on the side you'll actually look out of is money well spent.
Siding
LP SmartSide panel
Board & batten
LP lap siding
Vinyl
Fiber cement
Included
+$4+/sq ft
+$6+/sq ft
+$7+/sq ft
+$8+/sq ft
Priced per square foot of wall. Every color in the range is available at no extra cost.
Stages 2 – 4
Each stage builds on the one before it.
You're not picking one of four packages. You're picking how far to take it. Stop after Stage 2 and you have a dry, insulated building you can finish yourself. Stop after Stage 3 and you can move in. Nothing you pay for at one stage gets torn out at the next.
Stage 1
The Building
From
$6,350+
a 12×16, complete and installed
Your size, roof style and colors
LP SmartSide siding, 2×6 floor joists
Architectural shingles or metal roofing
Doors and windows where you want them
Delivery, on‑site build, taxes and ground prep
A finished exterior, built on your property. Plenty of customers stop right here.
Stage 2
The Building
$4,900 –
$8,320+
added to Stage 1
2″ closed-cell spray foam, walls and roof deck
Insulated floor system
8 ft walls
Exterior paint, two coats
No drywall — framing stays open
The right stop if you'll finish the inside yourself. Foam is the one thing that's genuinely painful to add later.
Stage 3 · Most popular
Finished Room
$12,225 –
$18,573+
added to Stage 2
Drywall hung, taped and mudded
Interior paint, two coats
Luxury vinyl plank flooring
Upgraded interior trim
Electrical: 8 outlets, 4 lights, 100A sub‑panel
A finished, lit, powered room. Most offices and gyms land here.
Stage 4
Climate Control
$8,800+
added to Stage 3
Mini-split heating and cooling, installed
Dedicated circuit run from your house
Installed by a licensed subcontractor
Turns a three‑season room into one you use in January and July. Insulation alone will not heat or cool the space.
Price it yourself
Find out what your finished build costs in about two minutes.
Pick your size, your roof style, and how far you want to take it. Real prices, updated as you go — the same numbers we quote from. No sales call to get a figure.
Every size
Gable, barn or lean‑to
Four stages
Stop wherever your budget lands
Porches & decks
Priced in, not guessed at
Inside the stages
Three places you get to choose the level.
Most of what goes into a stage is fixed. These three aren't — and they move the price enough that you should know they exist before you see the totals. The pricing further down uses the middle-of-the-road choice in each.
Insulated floor · Stage 2
Basic — reflective thermal roll
Standard — fiberglass, house wrap, skirting
Full — plywood, insulation, vapor barrier
$5.50+/sq ft
$8+/sq ft
$20+/sq ft
The floor is the coldest surface in the building in January. If you'll be in there in socks, or the building sits on an exposed or windy spot, it's worth going past Basic. Pricing below uses Basic.
Electrical · Stage 3
Basic — 4 outlets, 1 light, 1 switch, RV plug
Standard — 8 outlets, 4 lights, 100A sub‑panel
Full — code‑finished, larger loads
$600+
$2,850+
$4,250+
A mini‑split, a space heater and a computer on the same basic circuit will trip it. Anything you plan to heat, cool or lift in needs the sub‑panel. Pricing below uses Standard.
Flooring · Stage 3
Luxury vinyl plank
Epoxy floor coating
$10+/sq ft
$4.50+/sq ft
LVP looks like wood, is fully waterproof and is warmer underfoot — the usual pick for offices and studios. Epoxy is tougher and easier to hose down, which makes it the better call for a gym or a workshop. Pricing below uses LVP.
Real numbers
What it costs, by size.
Every number below is the full price of the finished build — the building, on‑site construction, delivery, taxes and ground prep are all in there.
Bigger buildings cost less per square foot.
The electrical panel, the trim package and the mini‑split cost about the same whether the room is 192 square feet or 384. A 16×24 finishes around $102 a square foot while a 12×16 runs closer to $122. If you're torn between two sizes, the larger one is almost always the better value — and nobody has ever told us their backyard office turned out too big.
Before you call
Three things worth knowing.
Timeline
In most cases a building goes up in one to two days, and a finished build runs two to four weeks — drywall, paint and electrical are separate trades on separate days. Weather, permit review and special‑order items can extend that. Doors and windows in particular sometimes arrive after the building is already standing, and we'll come back to fit them.
Payment
50% deposit before your build date, balance on completion. Bank transfer, check and cash carry no fee; cards add a 3% surcharge. Financing is available through Wisetack and HFS — checking your rate takes about 30 seconds and doesn't affect your credit.
Your estimate holds for 90 days
Material prices move. We'd rather put that in writing now than surprise you later.
Design Collections Gallery
The Classic Collection
Traditional gable roof · French doors · Board & batten · Gooseneck lights
The Classic Collection is for homeowners who want their backyard studio to look like it's always been there. Traditional gable roof, board & batten LP SmartSide siding, white French doors with grid panes, and gooseneck sconce lighting. Available in any color to match your home. The most popular choice for offices, she sheds, and creative studios.
Starts at $16k (structure) + finish package.
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The Homestead Collection
Covered porch · Exposed timber trusses · Glass sliders · Cabin-lodge feel
The Homestead Collection is where backyard meets lodge. Covered front porch with exposed timber trusses, glass slider doors that open the interior to the outdoors, and warm wood or farmhouse-style siding. Available in natural wood tones, white farmhouse, or dark exterior with wood accents. Perfect for anyone who wants a space that feels like a retreat the moment they step inside. Available as a Studio (no porch) or Flagship (with covered porch).
Starts at $16k (studio) / $18k (Flagship) + finish package.
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The Modern Collection
Single-slope roof · Clean lines · Large glass · Minimal trim · Dark or white
The Modern Collection features clean, contemporary lines with a single-slope (lean-to) roofline. Large glass panels or French doors flood the interior with natural light, while minimal trim and bold siding colors create a striking profile. Available in dark (charcoal, black), white, or gray. The most popular choice for home gyms, golf simulator rooms, and modern offices. Available as a Studio (no porch) or Flagship (with covered porch).
Starts at $16k (studio) / $18k (Flagship) + finish package.
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Pool Houses & Outdoor Pavilions - Pergolas
Open-air or semi-enclosed · Built-in bars · TV · Poolside entertaining
Pool Houses & Outdoor Pavilions- Pergolas, combine entertaining with architecture. Open-air pavilions with built-in bars, mounted TVs, and lounge seating — or enclosed Flagship structures with finished interiors that open to covered outdoor living areas. Perfect for homeowners with pools, outdoor kitchens, or anyone who wants their backyard to feel like a resort.
Pool house pavilions from $18k. Enclosed Flagships from $22k + finish package.
Floor Plan Ideas
Floor Plan Ideas
See what fits inside
Every finished structure is custom-designed for how you'll use it. Whether you need a solo workspace, a full home gym, a guest suite with a bed and sitting area, or a golf simulator room — we'll help you lay out the interior during your free consultation. These floor plan concepts show what's possible in our most popular sizes.
What Will You Build?
What Will You Use Yours For?
Every finished structure is custom-designed for how you'll use it. Here are our most popular builds:
How It Works
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a finished structure cost?
Total cost depends on size, style, and finish package. Our most popular combo — a 12x16 Classic Style with the Signature Finish — runs approximately $36k–$45k total. Smaller studios start around $24k. Flagship builds with covered porches start around $30k. We offer financing through Wisetack with affordable monthly payments.
What's the difference between the three finish packages?
Classic Finish ($8k–$12k adder) gives you a clean, functional interior — painted drywall, LVP flooring, recessed lighting, outlets, and mini-split ready wiring. Signature Finish ($12k–$18k) upgrades to tongue & groove ceilings, designer doors, larger windows, and dimmer switches. Estate Finish ($18k–$30k+) is the full showpiece — wood ceilings, exposed beams, accent walls, built-ins, oversized glass sliders, and mini-split installed.
How long does it take from start to move-in?
The exterior structure is typically built in 1–2 days. Interior finishing takes 1–3 weeks depending on the package. Total timeline is usually 2–4 weeks. Compare that to a home addition at 3–6 months.
Can I customize the exterior color and style?
Absolutely. Every structure is custom-built on-site. You choose the collection style (Classic, Homestead, or Modern), the siding color, door style, window placement, roof type, and hardware. We can match your home's existing color scheme or go bold with a contrasting look.
Do I need a permit?
In most Indianapolis-area communities, structures under 200 square feet don't require a building permit. Larger builds and electrical work may require permits. We've built across the metro and can help you navigate requirements for your location.
Is it heated and cooled?
All finish packages include full insulation. The Classic package is "mini-split ready" (pre-wired so you can add HVAC later). The Estate package includes a mini-split system fully installed. You can add a mini-split to any package as an upgrade ($2.5k–$4k installed). We strongly recommend climate control for year-round use in Indiana.
Can I finance my finished structure?
Yes — we offer financing through Wisetack. A 12x16 with Signature Finish can be financed for roughly $600–750/month depending on terms. Apply in minutes during your consultation.
What's NOT included?
Furniture, staging, decor, appliances, permit fees (if applicable), and landscaping around the structure. We build and finish the building — you furnish it and make it yours.
Ready to Build Your Finished Structure?
Start with a free on-site consultation. We'll measure your space, walk you through the collections and packages, and give you an exact quote.