Can a metal carport be used as an enclosed garage?
Carports can be turned into enclosed metal garages or into a partially enclosed unit. Many RV owners get extra panels on the sides to help bring the roof closer to the ground when extra leg height is ordered. We have a page just for motor home, travel trailer, and RV type carports. All our carports are made out of steel not aluminum.
What is the purpose of a portable carport?
A carport serves mostly as a cover to protect against sun and precipitation. You’ll also find that unlike a metal carport, sheds and garages are typically left in one place; portable carports can allow you to move your protective structure wherever you need it without a hassle. What Are Carports Made Of?
Is it cheaper to build a carport yourself?
It’s a little bit cheaper to build a carport yourself: If you choose to pick up and assemble one of our portable carport kits yourself, you can save 15% on metal carports’ prices. But keep in mind that your carport or metal building won’t be covered by our one-year workmanship warranty.
What do you need to know about a free standing carport?
What Is a Carport? A free-standing carport is a partially covered structure that protects vehicles and supplies from the rain, snow, and sun. Freestanding carports usually consist of several posts with a roof overhead. They can be attached to the side of a building or placed on a cement pad or gravel.
How long does it take to make a metal carport?
A: 3 to 6 weeks sometimes faster. All units are custom made to our order. Nothing is just sitting around the plant. We cut the sheeting to length, bend and weld the frames to size and cut the legs to size per order. To look at some photos of one of our locations click on me -> Metal Carport Factory Photos.
What kind of braces are on metal carports?
The standard frame gauge on all metal carports is 14 gauge. We offer a 12 gauge upgrade option. All carports come with FREE center snow braces and with 4 corner braces (one on each corner). Metal carports are anchored to the ground or concrete pad. FREE ground anchors included. FREE concrete Anchors.
What are the gauges on a metal carport?
The standard frame gauge on all metal carports is 14 gauge. We offer a 12 gauge upgrade option. All carports come with FREE center snow braces and with 4 corner braces (one on each corner). Metal carports are anchored to the ground or concrete pad.