What You Must Know About Building A Carport

In order to protect your vehicle from the harmful effects of different weather conditions it could be worth considering building a carport. A carport is an open-sided, roofed structure designed to park your car in and protect it from the elements. Not only does it provide a space to park your car, but can also add value to your home. Have a look at some of our carport designs here. Before you get started, here are a few things to consider:

Planning Your New Carport

All construction projects, including carport construction projects, benefit from planning and forethought. There are a number of factors to consider when doing the advance planning for your carport. Careful thought and planning of a carport will pay dividends in the future. The failure to put effort into proper planning will undoubtedly result in a finished carport that fails to meet your needs and/or exceeds your budget. Among the factors that should be considered include the following:

• Obtaining carport plans. There are a number of different ways to obtain decent and reasonably priced carport plans. You might design and plan your carport yourself. See more...

Building a carport can be a major project, so you need to make sure you take all the necessary steps before you start any building work so as to avoid any expensive mistakes further down the line. If you do decide to go down the DIY route, it is important to spend time doing research into different carport plans and choose one which is suitable for your requirements and budget. If you're unsure, you can always get in touch with us. We have over 2 decades of experience and can navigate through all the pitfalls easily and quickly. Here are some steps you can follow to plan and build your own carport:

A Step by Step Guide: How to Build a Carport

If you are looking for some shelter for your vehicles but don’t want the hassle of building a garage, carports are another great place to protect your vehicles from the elements. Step 1 - Plan Before you can begin to construct your carport, you need to check to make sure that you aren’t breaking any local building codes. Also, make sure that the spot you plan to put the carport doesn’t interfere with any gas or water lines or sewer pipes. Mark out the carport using string and stakes. Once you have plotted out the carport, double check to make sure it is square by measuring your diagonals. See more…

By following the above steps and choosing the right materials and tools, you will achieve a professional looking result. We have over 20 years of experience building a wide range of carports and many happy customers! So why not contact us today to discuss how we can help you.  

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