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We are living in a time where creating extra storage or living space is costly and limited. Most American families live in a property which they either own or rent, however, these spaces usually do not contain established shelter for outdoor equipment or covered parking area for vehicles. Such infrastructures are necessary to protect a family’s valuable property from outside elements.

Recently, installation of carports has become a trend in most US homes.  Metal carports primarily address the problem of limited covered space especially when enhanced with several additional features. Carports are easy to install, affordable, and a long term shelter solution. One of the most useful features of carports is its portability. In the event that the family should need to move to another state or location, carports can be taken down and set-up at the new place quite easily.

The advantages of installing carports rather than constructing a traditional type of garage are as follows:

•    A carport is less costly to install especially when compared to the construction costs of a traditional garage
•    Installation of carports is less time consuming when compared to any other type of construction method
•    Carports are tailor-made to fit customer needs and effective in most areas in the US

Manufacturers of carports mass-produce the structures from either aluminum or steel depending on a family’s specific needs and region. In most cases, aluminum carports are appropriate however, in areas of severe weather, steel-made carports which come in two types, certified and non-certified are recommended. Certified shelters are more costly than non-certified shelters however, the former is recommended for families and individuals living in areas with severe weather conditions particularly strong winds and heavy snow load.

Choosing a certain type of carport may also depend on the availability of manpower and availability of stocks. Aluminum carports can be purchased anytime from distributors and can be set up by a single person. On the other hand, some steel or heavier materials are prefabricated but still need to be setup on site and may require extra hands to do the job.