Find a licensed shed builder in North Hempstead, NY

Who licenses shed builders in North Hempstead

• Sheds are named in Nassau's definition of home improvement, along with driveways, swimming pools, porches and garages, and running a home improvement business there requires a county license.

State rules and the lookup steps: how to check a shed builder's license.

What the Town of North Hempstead requires

• Adding an accessory structure, such as a garage or shed, takes a Town permit.

The Department of Building, Safety, Inspection and Enforcement handles permits (516-869-7660). Our Town of North Hempstead permit guide covers how to apply, inspections and certificates.

Homes in North Hempstead: what the Census shows

Across the Town of North Hempstead, villages included, the median home was built in 1955, and 64% of homes were built before 1960, 21% before 1940. 80% of homes here are owner-occupied, and 71% are single-family detached houses.

What shed building costs here

Labor is a large part of any price. Long Island carpenters earn a median $78,841 a year, from about $54,732 at entry level to $97,440 with experience. (New York State Department of Labor, wages updated to the first quarter of 2026.) Prices come from written estimates; more in the sheds cost guide.

Before you hire in North Hempstead

• Ask for the license number the work needs here (see who licenses shed builders above), and check it before you sign.
• Ask who files with the Department of Building, Safety, Inspection and Enforcement, and who books the inspections.
• What base or footings will you use?
• Is delivery, assembly and removal of the old shed included?