Sheds With Solar -
Built Tough with
COLORBOND®
Steel

Want an affordable shed combined with renewable energy? We design custom sheds with integrated solar power solutions.

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Sheds With Solar -
Built Tough with
COLORBOND®
Steel

Custom designed sheds with solar, built and delivered Australia-wide

100% Australian Made

Built with Australian BlueScope steel and Colorbond cladding.

Local Engineering

Engineered and designed to suit your site and local wind conditions.

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Free delivery to most major populated areas nationwide.

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Ashley Barrett

Ashley Barrett

Managing Director

With over 12 years of experience designing and selling high-quality Australian-made sheds, Ashley keeps the process practical and clear.

Want to reduce your energy bills or tap into off-grid living? Equipping your shed for solar is an increasingly popular choice among Aussies.

True Blue Sheds can incorporate solar load capacity right into the engineering phase, ensuring your steel structure handles the extra weight and wind resistance of rooftop panels.

Whether you plan to run a workshop off sustainable power or simply cut your energy bills, we can advise on the best roof angle, wind rating, and support beams for your setup.

We build with BlueScope® steel frames, site-specific engineering, and flexible design options, so you can enjoy everything from a single-bay storage shed with basic solar capacity to an expansive multi-bay build for large off-grid usage.

Curious how many panels fit on a 9m x 12m roof? Or wondering if your existing shed can take the extra load? Let us know, and we’ll happily advise you.

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3. Build it.

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Why customers love True Blue Sheds

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Fantastic service from start to finish. Ashley and the True Blue Sheds team made buying our machinery shed straightforward.

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We purchased a zinc machinery shed from True Blue Sheds, and we were blown away with how solid the shed was.

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Great experience dealing with Ashley from True Blue Sheds. He spent longer than he should have working with us to get the design just the way we wanted.

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Do we need to allow for solar panels in a shed design?

Yes. Factoring in solar load capacity at the design stage is important to ensure proper framing, saving you time and money down the road.

Can you power a shed with solar?

Almost always, but it requires the right panel array and battery setup. Many people run lights, power tools, and even refrigeration off solar, ask our experts for advice on your specific build.

Can an existing shed roof support solar panels?

It may, but you’ll need an engineer’s assessment to confirm the structure can handle the extra load and wind resistance. We’ll happily help you out with this step!

How many solar panels can I fit on my shed roof?

This depends on roof size, angle, and clearance from edges or ridges. Many Aussie owners fit around 6-12 panels on a 6m x 9m roof, but it varies widely.

Do class 7 buildings need to have solar loading applied?

Recent changes often require new Class 7 buildings to incorporate solar capacity or at least be designed for it. We can assist you with meeting your local code requirements.

Should we take into account the shed roof direction and angle to maximise solar capture?

Yes, north-facing is ideal in most of Australia, with angles commonly around 15° - 20° for better year-round performance.

Can you get solar incentives for installing shed solar?

Federal or state-level schemes may be available, particularly if you’re connecting to the grid. The government’s Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES) website and other official resources are places to look for current rebates.

How many solar panels do I need to run a shed?

Depends on your energy usage. Basic lighting might require just a couple, while full off-grid operation with machinery can need upwards of 10+ panels.

What can a 4000 watt solar system run?

Typically, a 4kW array can handle most home lighting and some mid-range appliances. The exact capacity depends on your energy consumption patterns.

Do solar panels work in heavy rain?

They produce some power in overcast conditions but at a much-reduced capacity. Ask us about how to maximise your output based on seasonal variations in your area.

Ready to get started on your dream shed?

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