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Markham is the fourth most populous city in the GTA, as well as being Canada’s 16th largest city. Originally an agricultural community, and home to German settlers, Markham has shifted over the 19th and 20th centuries into a more business oriented city, with growing urban development.
In the 19th century, Markham was a bustling community filled with mills, breweries, and distilleries. Also originally home to a large provider of wagons and horse carriages, Markham used to be even busier than Toronto (known at the time as York). These industries gave way to farming, but Markham has seen a new boom in the economy, and is flourishing again in areas such as manufacturing and tech.
Many multinational companies have their headquarters in Markham, including: Honda Canada, Hyundai, Toshiba, Toyota Financial Services, Honeywell, Johnson & Johnson, Avaya, and Motorola. With so many tech companies, Markham refers to itself as “Canada’s Hi-Tech Capital.”
Markham hasn’t forgotten its agricultural roots, and celebrates them with the Markham Fair. Markham also has a vibrant performing arts scene, with several performing arts groups, and the Markham Theatre for the Performing Arts.
For those who want a taste of the old Markham, the city has preserved many heritage sites, such as:
For those who love the country, Markham is still home to some active farms in the northern part of the city, as well as many beautiful walking and cycling trails. There are also farms within the city perfect for visiting with your family, such as Whittamore’s Farm or Forsythe Family Farms.
Markham is home to Pacific Mall, a 450 shop mall, which forms the second largest Chinese shopping area in Canada. There are many Chinese shops, excellent restaurants, and supermarkets.
Annual events to enjoy in Markham include:
With so much going on, Markham is a great city to live, work, play, and raise a family. Our certified and professional craftsmen at In the Back Yard are happy to serve the city of Markham, providing ready-made or custom crafted sheds, garages, and plant beds, as well as additions and accessories.
In the Back Yard will work with you to find the perfect backyard storage options, treating you with courtesy and respect, providing fair and honest quotes, and ensuring professional and timely service.
We’ve got a variety of shed options, including the Algonquin Single Slope Shed – ideal for those with limited backyard space who want to maximize their storage potential. Additionally, our Muskoka Barn shed is big enough to be used as accommodation for guests! Of course we offer even more than just sheds. Ask us about our range of options for garages and plant beds, as well as shed and garage accessories.
Contact us today to discuss your backyard storage needs, or use our online quote calculator for a quick-and-easy quote!
Indeed, you usually require a permit to set up an outdoor storage shed in your Markham backyard. Permit prerequisites may fluctuate depending on shed size, placement, and local zoning rules. For precise guidance and to prevent complications, it's best to reach out to Markham's municipal office or check their website for comprehensive permit information and application details.
To safeguard outdoor storage sheds in Markham's climate, it's essential to maintain them by regularly cleaning, sealing gaps, and performing roof and gutter checks. Weatherproofing includes painting or staining wood sheds, installing weatherstripping, ensuring proper ventilation, and elevating the shed to prevent water pooling. These measures help protect against weather-related damage and ensure the shed remains in good condition.
To prevent theft or unauthorized access to valuable items in your outdoor shed, employ security measures such as high-quality locks, motion-activated lighting, alarms, and security cameras. Reinforce windows, anchor valuable items, and maintain clear visibility around the shed. Regular inspections and neighborhood watch participation further enhance security.
Yes, specific storage shed designs and materials can be recommended for Markham's diverse microclimate, which varies between urban and suburban areas. In urban settings with limited space and potential pollution, compact shed designs with durable materials like metal or vinyl may be suitable. In suburban areas with more space and exposure to seasonal weather changes, larger sheds with wood or composite materials and proper insulation may be preferable. Tailoring your shed to Markham's specific microclimate and location can enhance its durability and functionality.
Certainly, if you have a vintage outdoor storage shed on your Markham property, it's important to be aware of any historical or heritage preservation guidelines that might apply. These guidelines can help protect the unique historical character of your shed and its significance in Markham's history. To learn more, consider reaching out to Markham's heritage preservation department or local historical societies for specific advice and recommendations.
Kim Barrington2023-08-31This team is amazing! From Admin to Construction. Both were helpful and thoughtful was a pleasure working with them. Twice!
John J2023-08-24Food and service consistently excellent
George Temeriski2023-08-19We are so happy with the shed ! Very well done , and true professional . Highly recommended . Customer service outstanding . Strongly suggest . Quality job one !!
Monique Hall2023-08-10We absolutely love our new shed. It turned out perfectly.
Bill McDougall2023-08-05Had our In The Backyard shed installed this week and am very happy with the results. The instal crew of Faith , Ray and Mike were very efficient, professional, and personable. The arrived and were done in 2 hours.. amazing.. Would highly recommend In The Backyard !
josie trlep2023-07-31ive had nothing but amazing dealings with everyone in the backyard..i visited the store and was treated so well..even when i was outside looking at the sheds, someone came out and started chatting with me and then put me in touch with libby, who was wonderful..on the day of shed day, i received a call from justin and he kept me informed as to how things were going and sent me final pics..i was very impressed with everyone and the shed looks great..even better than what i had expected..thankyou so much for everything you all did for me in getting me this shed..i know im going to totally enjoy it..
Frank Riddle2023-07-20We are so happy with our new Haliburton Cottage shed! The entire process was smooth and easy, and email response times were very quick and prompt. All staff were polite and extremely helpful with recommendations and explaining shed details. We highly recommend purchasing a shed from In The Back Yard!!
Mr. D2023-07-14Incredible experience with their team, both office and installation is best in business.
Shelton Y2023-07-03We had a 10'x6' Highlands Gable shed installed in our backyard a couple of weeks ago and were impressed with the whole experience. The service was what you would hope to get from a family-run business, as they carefully walked me through the design process, providing me every detail I needed. Installation was punctual and very professional. The shed looks great and while it's early days, it certainly looks like it was far better value than my previous plastic shed. Highly recommended!
Jovin Jose2023-07-01Had a great experience with In the Backyard. Truly Professional and Warm people from the Office Assistant to Shed Installers. Libby was very helpful explaining and choosing the right Shed for my Backyard. The Installers were on time and efficient with the work. Highly Recommended.
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