5 Best Shed Builders in New York (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

By Brad Smith, Home Services Expert · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 7 min read

A backyard shed in New York is rarely just a shed: it is storage for a co-op board's landscaping gear, a pool house, or the only flat surface left after a renovation ate the yard. Shed builders in New York range from national chains with a local branch to small custom outfits, and review counts on this page run from 96 to 303, every one of them at 4.5 stars or better. The right pick depends on whether you want a prefabricated build installed fast or a fully custom structure designed around an odd lot.

Short answer: Tuff Shed Clifton and Tuff Shed Long Island are local branches of the national shed builder, rated 4.9 and 4.8 stars across 303 and 277 reviews respectively, both praised for smooth ordering and professional installation crews. Long Island Shed Builders Inc. offers custom, on-site-built sheds at 4.8 stars across 127 reviews. Expect a prefabricated shed to run from a few thousand dollars up depending on size, with custom builds priced higher.

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Shed Builders Compared

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Tuff Shed Clifton	4.9 ★	303	Prefab sheds, fast installation	View ›
2	Tuff Shed Long Island	4.8 ★	277	Prefab sheds, Long Island	View ›
3	Long Island Shed Builders Inc.	4.8 ★	127	Custom, built-on-site sheds	View ›
4	Kaufold's Country Sheds & Gazebos, Inc	4.5 ★	165	Wide in-stock selection, gazebos and playhouses	View ›
5	The Amish Craft Barn	4.7 ★	96	Custom pavilions and outdoor furniture	View ›

Our top picks for shed builders

#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Tuff Shed Clifton

4.9303 Google reviews

Tuff Shed Clifton is the local New Jersey branch of the national Tuff Shed brand, offering prefabricated backyard sheds and garages with on-site installation. Customers work with a local sales rep to size and customize a shed, then a separate installation crew builds it on site, often completing the job in a single visit.

What people praise

Ordering process described repeatedly as simple and low-pressure
Installation crews praised for speed, precision and leveling work on uneven ground
Customization options let buyers match size and finish to their yard
One reviewer noted the new-shed price came in under a quote to repair an old one

Worth knowing

As a national brand with a set product line, options are more limited than a fully custom build

Reputation scorecardrank in New York

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume303 · 98th

Confidencehigh

Recency6 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown97% 5-star

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Our take: A strong, no-surprises option if you want a well-built shed installed quickly without designing one from scratch.

Website +1862-343-6818 Directions

552 NJ-3, Clifton, NJ 07014

#2🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Tuff Shed Long Island

4.8277 Google reviews

Tuff Shed Long Island is the Lindenhurst-based branch of the national Tuff Shed brand, covering Nassau and Suffolk counties with prefabricated shed and garage installation, plus carport and pergola builds. Reviewers describe working with a dedicated sales rep through the ordering process, followed by an installation crew that handles delivery and setup.

What people praise

Sales reps praised by name for honesty and clear communication
Installation crews described as fast, arriving on schedule and finishing efficiently
Used successfully for multi-unit orders, including four sheds installed for a day-camp program
Wide range of design and color options available

Worth knowing

A handful of reviewers noted lower ratings mixed into an otherwise strong review base
Product line is standardized, so highly custom requests may be limited

Reputation scorecardrank in New York

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume277 · 93th

Confidencehigh

Recency2 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown94% 5-star

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Our take: The stronger regional pick if you're on Long Island and want the same reliable Tuff Shed process with local scheduling.

Website +1631-983-4600 Directions

1172 NY-109, Lindenhurst, NY 11757

#3🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Long Island Shed Builders Inc.

4.8127 Google reviews

Long Island Shed Builders Inc., based in Smithtown, builds sheds, garages, gazebos and animal structures on site rather than shipping a prefabricated unit, offering custom sizing, color choices and options like a bluestone base. The company also handles demolition and removal of an old shed as part of the installation.

What people praise

Built on site with real carpenters, not delivered as a prefab box
Bluestone base option repeatedly praised as worth the upgrade
Handles demolition and cleanup of an old shed as part of the job
Sales staff, especially Marisa, praised by name for a smooth ordering experience

Worth knowing

Reviewers note it's not the cheapest option on the list, though most felt the process justified the price

Reputation scorecardrank in New York

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume127 · 83th

Confidencemoderate

Recency6 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown94% 5-star

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Our take: The pick for a shed that needs to be genuinely custom, from footprint to finish, and for anyone who wants an old shed demolished and hauled away as part of the job.

Website +1631-292-9421 Directions

390 Middle Country Rd, Smithtown, NY 11787

#4🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Kaufold's Country Sheds & Gazebos, Inc

4.5165 Google reviews

Kaufold's Country Sheds & Gazebos, based in Ridge on Long Island, has sold wood and vinyl sheds since 1985 from a 9-acre display lot with over 150 units in stock for immediate delivery. Beyond standard storage sheds, the company builds gazebos, pavilions, playhouses, playsets and animal shelters, and also runs a florist and gift shop on the same property.

What people praise

Large in-stock inventory means faster delivery than a fully custom order
Delivery crews praised for careful placement and leveling on tight or awkward lots
Long track record, with some customers returning across decades
Wide product range beyond sheds, including horse barns and chicken coops

Worth knowing

One recent reviewer described pricing as less transparent than in past purchases, with add-on costs surfacing close to delivery
Custom orders reportedly carry a restocking fee if you back out

Reputation scorecardrank in New York

Rating4.5 / 5

Review volume165 · 88th

Confidencemoderate

Recency3 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown73% 5-star

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Our take: Worth a look if you want to see a shed in person before buying or need something in stock fast, but get every add-on cost in writing before you sign.

Website +1631-924-1265 Directions

724 Middle Country Rd, Ridge, NY 11961

#5🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

The Amish Craft Barn

4.796 Google reviews

The Amish Craft Barn, based in Seaford on Long Island, is a family-run outdoor structures dealer selling Amish-made sheds, pavilions, pergolas, gazebos and outdoor furniture from a working showroom. The company handles both the structure itself and site visits to plan layout before building.

What people praise

Builders praised for visiting the property first and adapting the design to the space
Craftsmanship on pavilions singled out repeatedly, including ceiling and roofline detail
Installation crews complete builds quickly, with one 14x10 shed finished in about 3.5 hours
Showroom doubles as a furniture store, useful for finishing a new outdoor space in one stop

Reputation scorecardrank in New York

Rating4.7 / 5

Review volume96 · 78th

Confidencemoderate

Recency2 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown83% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A good match if a pavilion or pergola is really what you're after, not just a storage shed, and you want a company that will visit and plan the layout with you.

Website +1516-799-8917 Directions

1080 Hicksville Rd, Seaford, NY 11783

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How we rank these

Every number on this page comes from public Google data on the date shown, not opinion or payment. Rating is each business’s live Google star average. Review volume shows how many customers have rated them, measured against the other businesses on this page. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.9 from hundreds of reviews counts for more than a 4.9 from a handful. Recency reflects how recently people are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much does a shed cost in New York? (2026)

Shed pricing depends heavily on size, materials and whether you choose a prefabricated unit or a fully custom build. Add-ons like a bluestone base, custom color or old-shed demolition typically add to the base price.

Serving all of New York

These shed builders cover Clifton and the New Jersey side of the metro, Long Island’s Nassau and Suffolk counties, and Smithtown, Ridge and Seaford. Searching for a shed builder near me? Every listing below shows a live phone number and directions to the closest option.

What to ask before you hire a shed builder

Is this a prefabricated shed or a custom, built-on-site structure?
What is included in the base price versus optional add-ons like a base pad?
Do you handle removal of an existing shed, and is that included in the quote?
Do I need a permit or homeowner’s association or co-op board approval for this size structure?
What is the warranty on materials and workmanship?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these shed builders?

We started from shed-related businesses in New York with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency and recency. See How we rank these above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (July 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Do I need a permit to build a shed in New York?

Permit requirements vary by size, municipality and property type, and co-op or condo buildings may require board approval as well. Ask your builder whether your specific shed size and location need a permit before work starts.

What is the difference between a prefab and a custom-built shed?

A prefabricated shed, like those from Tuff Shed, is built to a set product line and installed on site, usually faster and often less expensive. A custom-built shed, like those from Long Island Shed Builders, is constructed on your property to your specific size and design.

The bottom line

For a fast, no-fuss prefab install, Tuff Shed Clifton or Tuff Shed Long Island are the safest defaults, both backed by hundreds of strong reviews. If you want something fully custom, Long Island Shed Builders is the stronger pick. Get the site-prep and add-on costs in writing before you order.

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