Southern Shacks Construction - New Home Repairs and Room Additions

A shack is a small, simple rectangular wood structure. All architectural features are minimal to preserve the basic elements. The structure is typically framed with 2 by 4's and four'X8' sheathing. The roof must support a snow load of 20 psf and be supported by 2 by X joists. Students also assume that they have an adequate system of floor slab attachments. Whether they use a truss system or a simple nail system, the students should plan to incorporate the basic structural design principles of the shack into their construction projects.

The most popular location to buy a shack in Philippi is the busy Sheffield Road. Shack builders on this street are providing affordable housing for residents of the township. Shack construction is a lucrative business, as demand for housing is increasing in the township. Many shack builders display rows of shacks on display to attract clients looking to move into a new home.  This Author  of the shack builders even post their phone numbers on their shacks to attract potential clients.

Shacks can range from simple structures made of local materials to more elaborate structures constructed of wood and metal sheets. Whatever style a shack is, it must be weather resistant and have a solid foundation. It must be large enough for all of its inhabitants so that there is room to move about. It should also be sufficiently large to prevent the attack of animals or other people. It is important for people living in shacks to live in a peaceful environment and not be a target for unwanted attention.