In order to protect your car you need to store it in a garage or a carport. A garage is an enclosed area from all four sides that provides a protective room. But many times we don’t have enough garage space or have a garage at all. Instead of building a cinder block garage that can be pricey, an easier and less expensive option is to buy a metal carport or garage.
Metal carports and garages are available in different sizes and varied metals and they are usually around 12 feet wide, 21 feet long and five feet tall. If this structure can house 2 cars then generally the dimensions will be the same, except the width will be around 18 feet. Most carport and garage companies will deliver and install the carport and garage for you. All you will need is an open space with a concrete slab as the surface so that the cars and other vehicles will have a steady and smooth surface. Dimensions of the carport can be made to accommodate as many cars as you want and it can go up to 26 to 40, 50 and even 60 feet.
You can order these in different styles and colours to suit the façade of your house. Different roof and eave designs can look very appealing and won’t look out of place in your house. You will also be provided with a choice of steel gauge which range usually between 12 to 14, but metal building roofs of a lighter steel gauge can go up to as much as 29 gauges.
The designs for these structures varies as they options for vertical roof panels which run from the peak side to aid the drainage and so these carports are recommended in areas where you receive high rainfall or snowfall. Other options include garage modifications like gable ends for the front, back or even for both sides of the building which instantaneously improves the atheistic appeal of the carport and increases its curb appeal. This is a very good option for someone who is going to install the carport right next to the house or is going to be clearly visible from the street.
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Metal sides can be put on your carport and garage so that you get added protection from the weather effects. Metal sheets are generally heavy enough to handle rough weather, but many suppliers offer Garage Door Won’T Close All The Way to anchor the structure with mobile home anchors to increase the stability and safety. These structures can be used to house not just cars, but also RV’s, motorcycles, snowmobiles, boats, etc.
When buying your Carport and Garage
It is important that when you decide to buy, you complete thorough research so that you know all the options available in the market and at what prices. Choose a company who has the product to suit your needs and requirements. Confirm about installation and shipping costs. Also confirm about any additional costs that you might have to incur. It is also important that you find about the costs you will incur if you need to make any modifications, colour changes or style changes. Make sure that the warranty and the repairs are taken care of and read the terms of the warranty carefully. Finally confirm how long they will take to ship/deliver and to install.
