Have you just found a remote job or discovered that your current work environment isn’t working out in your dining room?
More and more employers are requiring workers to continue working from home on a permanent basis, but they also need to know that you can. This is why a dedicated room where you can close the door is important.
And it doesn’t mean that one of your children has to give up their bedroom either, there is a better solution for you right here.
An outdoor office pod is the perfect solution to when your home is small or crowded with furniture and family. It’s similar to a garden shed but it’s main purpose is as an outdoor office.
Where Can I Set Up My Office Pod?
Right now, people are setting up home offices in their living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. This isn’t a permanent solution.
If you’ve tried to work from home this past year, the sounds of your family or pets may be a problem on video calls. If your work involves client privacy, your employer might demand that you work in a room that has a locking door.
If you’re puzzled on where to set up your home office, the next best solution is to buy office pods for the garden. An outdoor home office pod will enable you to work away from the house, and will also give you the privacy to do your job effectively.
Most city bylaws will allow you to add an office pod in the back yard. They fall under the classification of garden shed, since they’re roughly the same shape.
All you’ll be doing is using it during the day for your work, rather than living in it year round.
What Is An Office Pod?
An office pod is much like a garden shed where you store your gardening tools but wider and taller.
Office pods for gardens are designed to be small and usually for only one purpose, such as to work in. An office pod is designed much better than your average garden shed.
The outdoor office pod has enough space to move in a desk and office chair, and a small shelf or cabinet for office supplies.
Your outdoor office pod will also have enough space for you to stand up and move around a bit.
There will be at least one door that securely opens and closes, and also one or more windows that can open or close. You can add a portable air conditioner in the summer to keep cool, if the windows or doors aren’t enough.
Many office pods for the garden may also have double doors. You can hang pictures on the walls to make it feel more comfortable.
Can I Have Electricity in An Office Pod?
Yes, many people do add electrical to their office pod. You can run an extension cord from the main house, or hire an electrician to hook up the power for you.
Office pods are generally smaller, but if you choose an office summer house, many homeowners choose to add a small bathroom to it too. This is also suitable if you’d like to add an air conditioner in the summer, or a heater in the winter.
What Are the Costs Associated with An Office Pod?
Home improvement projects are never cheap. You may be wondering about the cost of garden office pod? A basic office pod or garden shed can be in the £235 price range. If you want a fancy office pod with everything, it will run you about £3795. This is still more affordable than having to sell your house and buy a bigger home with an extra room that you can use as an office.
Office pods for gardens are the best solution for when you need more space, but you don’t have it inside your house. Most people have unused space outside that can be repurposed for office space.
How Do I Prepare My Yard for An Office Pod?
Read the instructions on your chosen office pod first, before purchasing. You want to carefully read the measurements and measure your outdoor space. You’ll need to clear out space in your back garden.
While you can drop the office pod directly onto soil or grass, you should consider the long term.
If there is a concrete, paving stone, or brick spot out back, it’s better to place your garden pod there. This will help to protect the base of your garden pod from rain and moisture, and ensure that it lasts for a lifetime.
People who have a tight budget may also place pallets down on the ground, which raises the pod and protects it from flooding. Read the instructions to see what is best for you. You’ll want to have your land ready to go on delivery day.
Where Can I Buy An Office Pod?
We make it simple to buy office pods for gardens here on our website. You’ll be able to search through available garden pods for sale listings to find what you want.
You can go as basic or as intricate as your budget requires. These listings are posted by the office pod manufacturers. You may find a great deal as they clear out old stock for the season. If you can’t find exactly what you require, don’t worry, as more new listings are being added each week.
There’s still plenty of time to get ready to go back to work in September.
If you’re ready to explore the options for garden office pods for sale, please visit our Summer Houses UK website.
You can search through the listings for prefabricated summer houses and office pods, to find the perfect office solution for your working needs.
And if you have more than one member of the family who works from home, you may wish to consider buying two or more garden office pods for sale so everyone can have their own outdoor working office space.