Reeds Ferry Sheds®

What Reeds Ferry Sheds® does

Reeds Ferry Sheds® is a family-owned manufacturer and retailer of custom outdoor structures headquartered in Hudson, New Hampshire. Founded in 1960 by the Carleton family and currently led by President Tim Carleton, the company designs, builds, and installs sheds, gazebos, pool houses, and custom garages for residential homeowners across six New England states (Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Maine, Connecticut, and Vermont). The product portfolio spans ten shed styles — including the Victorian Cottage, Grand Victorian, Historic Colonial, Traditional Gambrel, Antique Saltbox, Country Carriage, American Classic, and Pool House variants — available in six siding types (Duratemp, Vinyl, Cedar T&G, Cedar Clapboard, Vinyl Shakes, Cedar Shakes) with sizes ranging from 6x8 to 16x40. Prices span from approximately $3,829 for an entry-level American Classic to $39,679 for a premium Grand Victorian with cedar clapboard, with all units backed by a 30-year no-questions-asked warranty.

The company operates a vertically integrated factory-direct model: 4 production facilities, a 16-acre flagship showroom with 100+ buildings on display, 4 regional partner-operated showrooms across Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Cape Cod, and a fleet of 20 delivery and installation trucks with GPS tracking. Installation is performed by in-house crews — no subcontractors — supporting 85-100 buildings per week. A 3D Shed Builder configurator enables online ordering, and a Wells Fargo Bank partnership provides 0% financing for 12 months. The company has 100+ staff across production, showroom, sales, and administration, with no outside funding or private equity involvement disclosed.

The go-to-market combines direct-to-consumer channels (flagship showroom, online 3D Builder, phone sales, toll-free 888-85-SHEDS) with regional channel partners (Chapin Sheds, Colonial Gardens, Reeds Ferry Lumber, Eagle Fence) and broad media coverage including TV ads on Boston/New Hampshire stations, radio on Boston-area networks, and a feature on PBS This Old House. Customer base is overwhelmingly residential — homeowners seeking premium storage, specialty structures, and custom garages — with no enterprise customer concentration. Select customers include Matt P. (Westborough, MA), Laurie H. (Salem, MA), the Doyle Family (Gilford, NH), and Front Door Agency (a nonprofit fundraiser beneficiary). The company has earned multiple Angie's List Super Service Awards (2011-2014), BBB Torch Awards, and a 2021 GuildMaster Award with Highest Distinction.

Name

Reeds Ferry Sheds®

Legal name

Reeds Ferry® Small Buildings, Inc.

Website

https://reedsferry.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1960

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Reeds Ferry Sheds® is a family-owned manufacturer and retailer of custom storage sheds, gazebos, pool houses, and garages serving residential homeowners across New England since 1960. The company operates a factory-direct model with a 16-acre flagship showroom, four production facilities, in-house installation crews, and a 30-year warranty.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Outdoor Storage Sheds

NAICS

Travel Trailer and Camper Manufacturing (336214)

SIC

Lumber & Wood Products (No Furniture) (2400), Retail-Building Materials, Hardware, Garden Supply (5200)

akta.pro primary industry

Pool Decking & Surrounds (HSAPALAK)

Keywords

• Custom shed manufacturing
• Outdoor storage structures
• Pool house construction
• Factory direct sheds
• Prefab garages

Headquarters

HQ city

Hudson

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Custom Shed Sales: One-time purchase of custom-built sheds. Prices range from approximately $3,829 to over $39,000 depending on size, style, and siding materials. Delivery and installation included in price.
2. Financing Services: 0% interest financing for 12 months offered through Wells Fargo Bank partnership. A 25% deposit required at order (50% for specialty buildings and gazebos).
3. Accessories and Add-ons: Optional features including cupolas, weathervanes, flower boxes, ramps, and color customization options

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Reeds Ferry Sheds® manufactures and installs custom-built outdoor storage structures, including storage sheds in 10 distinct styles, gazebos, pool houses, and custom garages. All products include free delivery and professional in-house installation throughout New England, backed by a 30-year no-questions-asked warranty. The company sells factory-direct to homeowners, bypassing retail markups.

Product overview

Reeds Ferry Sheds® is a manufacturer and retailer of custom-built outdoor structures serving New England since 1960. The product portfolio centers on sheds available in 10 distinct styles (Victorian Cottage, Grand Victorian, Country Carriage, Historic Colonial, Traditional Gambrel, Antique Saltbox, American Classic, and Pool House variants with A-Frame and Shed Dormers). Complementary product lines include Gazebos, Custom Garages (1-3 car, 1-2 story), and Pool Houses. The company operates a factory-direct model with a 3D Shed Builder online ordering tool and maintains a 16-acre showroom with over 100 buildings on display. All products include free delivery, professional installation by company staff (no subcontractors), and a 30-year warranty. The product lineup also includes a Discount Outlet for pre-built inventory and decorative accessories (weathervanes, cupolas).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Victorian Cottage Shed A styled shed featuring extended roof eave overhangs, larger windows with added trim, cottage style roof vent, and transom window above the gable end door. Available in 6 siding types with sizes ranging from 8x10 to 16x40. Designed for residential homeowners seeking premium aesthetic storage.
• Grand Victorian Shed Premium shed featuring tall 7'4" walls and a full-size garage door as standard. Available with Shed Dormer or A-Frame Dormer options. Features 3 large trimmed windows, transom windows, and extended eave overhangs. For homeowners seeking premium garage-capable shed.
• Victorian Cottage with A-Frame Dormer Victorian Cottage style with A-Frame dormer on the roof. Features double doors on gable end and front wall, transom windows above doors, large windows with added trim, cottage vents, and wide eave overhangs. Available in 6 siding types. For homeowners wanting Victorian Cottage with architectural dormer upgrade.
• Victorian Cottage with Shed Dormer Victorian Cottage with rooftop shed dormer featuring transom windows on dormer face and above door, larger windows with added trim, cottage style roof vents, and extended roof eave overhangs. For premium residential storage.
• Country Carriage Shed Shed with taller 7-foot front wall providing the most head-to-rafter clearance of any standard shed style. Features unique off-set roof design creating extended eave overhang along front wall. For homeowners needing maximum interior height.
• Historic Colonial Shed Most popular style featuring steeper roof pitch and double-sash windows with shutters matching New England home designs. Available in 6 siding types and 6 floor plans. For homeowners seeking shed that matches traditional New England colonial architecture.
• Traditional Gambrel Shed Barn-style shed with four-panel Gambrel roof providing greater loft storage space. Features 6 siding types and 6 floor plans with sizes from 6x8 to 16x40. For homeowners needing barn-style shed with loft storage.
• Antique Saltbox Shed Shed with extended rear roof creating added interior space, with option for exterior storage bin protected by roof overhang (commonly used for firewood or kayaks). Available in 6 siding types. For homeowners wanting New England saltbox-style architecture.
• American Classic Shed Original 1960 design with lower roof profile and modest features. The most economical Reeds Ferry model with solid construction and 30-year warranty. Available in 6 siding types and 6 floor plans. Sizes 6x8 to 16x40. For budget-conscious homeowners seeking quality over box-store sheds.
• Pool House Shed Backyard retreat featuring shaded entry overhang supported by columns, French doors, and mini roof dormer. Interior sizes range from 8'x14' to 12'x40' with optional window with countertop for poolside bar. For homeowners wanting poolside retreat and equipment storage.
• Gazebos Quality wood and vinyl-clad gazebos available in many sizes and styles. Offered alongside sheds as outdoor living structures. For homeowners seeking backyard gazebos for outdoor living.
• Custom Garages Detached custom garages available in 1-car, 2-car, and 3-car configurations with 1-story or 2-story designs. Features include double bay garage doors, arched windows, and optional insulated floors and skylights. For homeowners seeking custom detached garage.
• Pool Houses Custom pool houses with premium materials and construction exceeding building code requirements. Can be equipped with beverage bar, refrigerator, restroom, and AC for pool-side retreats. For homeowners with pools seeking premium entertainment space.
• Discount Outlet (Pre-built Shed Inventory) Pre-built shed inventory available at discounted prices for customers seeking quicker delivery options. For homeowners wanting faster delivery and lower prices on in-stock buildings.
• Weathervanes & Cupolas Decorative accessories including weathervane styles and cupola configurations available with copper or shingled roofs, in straight or concave profiles. For homeowners wanting decorative finishing on sheds and outdoor structures.

Quantifiable outcome

• 30-year warranty on all products
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• The Santa People (Souvenir Photograph)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to provide Santa's Shed at Assembly Row in Somerville, MA during holiday season. Features professional photos with Santa in a Reeds Ferry shed decorated as Santa's workshop. Photo packages start at $39.99.
• Front Door AgencyminorOthersDonated 8x12 Vinyl Victorian Cottage shed with Architectural Roof Shingles, Flower Boxes and a Ramp for annual gourmet festival and auction fundraiser. Front Door Agency is a 501(c)(3) helping families at risk of homelessness.
• Chapin Sheds (Reeds Ferry South)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional display location in Whitman, MA with 53 sheds on display. Operated by Mike & Karli. Known for superior customer service. Order any Reeds Ferry style through this location.
• Colonial Gardens (Reeds Ferry West)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional display location in Concord, MA with 26 sheds surrounded by flowers. 25 sheds on display. Offers shed ordering plus flower boxes for customers.
• Reeds Ferry Lumber (Reeds Ferry North)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional display location in Merrimack, NH with 8 sheds on display. Operated by Eckman Family with 60+ years helping homeowners. Order any Reeds Ferry style through Dan.
• Eagle Fence (Reeds Ferry Cape Cod)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional display location in East Falmouth, MA serving Cape Cod customers. Barry and VJ show display examples, place orders, and schedule installations.
• Work'N Gear and CarharttminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCollaborative marketing partnership with Work'N Gear and Carhartt for fall give-away promotion. Customers could enter to win a shed at Work'N Gear stores throughout New England.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Arrow Storage Products: Established U.S. manufacturer of metal and resin storage sheds sold through home-improvement retail. Competes in the residential shed category at lower price points and is a benchmark for the value tier that Reeds Ferry positions against.
• Suncast Corporation: Large manufacturer of resin outdoor storage sheds, deck boxes, and outdoor living products sold through big-box retail (Home Depot, Lowe's). Competes in the broader outdoor storage category but at mass-market price points.
• Keter: Global manufacturer of resin-based outdoor storage sheds, furniture, and home products sold through major retailers. Adjacent competitor in the residential outdoor storage category but with a fundamentally different (resin) material and retail distribution model.

Emerging players

• YardCraft: Outdoor-living structure company selling gazebos, pergolas, and sheds via e-commerce. Comparable premium outdoor structures product category but with a primarily online, lighter-customization model.

Direct peers

• Sheds USA: Direct-to-consumer shed retailer offering portable and built-on-site wood sheds across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast. Comparable factory-direct shed delivery and installation business model.
• Tuff Shed: Largest U.S. factory-built shed manufacturer, selling wood and steel storage sheds, garages, and specialty buildings through company-owned stores and direct sales. Most directly comparable national peer to Reeds Ferry across product, factory-direct model, and residential DIY customer base.
• Heartland Industries: Manufacturer and supplier of storage sheds, portable buildings, and outdoor structures distributed through a dealer network across the central and eastern U.S. Comparable product category with overlapping shed, garage, and specialty building offerings.
• Studio Shed: Premium prefab shed and ADU manufacturer selling modern, design-forward backyard structures direct-to-consumer online. Comparable to Reeds Ferry's premium positioning and DTC showroom/online model.
• Horizon Structures: Pennsylvania-based manufacturer of sheds, pool houses, garages, and equestrian structures sold direct with delivery and installation. Closely comparable product range, custom builder model, and on-site installation service.
• Premier Buildings: Custom shed, garage, and lofted barn manufacturer serving the U.S. East Coast and Midwest via direct sales and dealer network. Comparable custom-built wood structures with on-site delivery and installation.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/ReedsFerry
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/reeds-ferry-sheds
• Instagraminstagram.com/reeds_ferry
• Pinterestpinterest.com/reedsferry

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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