Panama City's Best Option for Carports, Garages and Motorhome Cover Construction & Installation

Carport and motorhome cover posts are typically installed 4 feet into the ground and secured with concrete to provide stability and wind resistance. Post depth and concrete footings are especially important in Florida, where structures must withstand strong winds and storms. Proper post installation helps prevent shifting, leaning or structural movement over time.

In many cases, yes. If an existing concrete slab is large enough, thick enough and structurally sound, a carport can often be anchored directly to the slab instead of installing posts into the ground. The slab must be thick enough and in good condition to support anchors. If the slab is not suitable, posts may need to be installed into the ground nearby instead.

Many carports can be partially or fully enclosed later by adding walls, doors, or siding panels. However, this depends on how the structure was originally built and whether the foundation and framing are designed to support enclosure. If enclosure may be added later, it is usually best to plan for that during the initial construction so the structure is designed accordingly.

Motorhome and RV covers are built to the height required for your vehicle, including air conditioning units and roof accessories. It’s important to measure the tallest point of the vehicle and allow extra clearance for safe entry and exit. Most RV covers are built significantly taller than standard carports to accommodate larger vehicles.

Portable garages do not always require a concrete slab. Many are installed on compacted gravel pads, concrete slabs, or other level surfaces depending on how the building will be used. Concrete slabs are often preferred for vehicle storage, workshops or heavy equipment because they provide a solid, long-term foundation, but they are not always required.

Carport and motorhome cover installation is typically completed on site and may take anywhere from one day to several days depending on size, site conditions and weather. If concrete footings or a slab are required, up to a week may be needed for the concrete to cure before the structure can be fully installed or used.

Portable garages are often delivered and set in place once the site is prepared, which can make installation relatively quick compared to traditional construction. 

Installers typically need truck and equipment access to the installation area. This means enough width for a truck or trailer to reach the site, as well as overhead clearance free of tree branches, power lines or other obstacles.

For portable garages, access is especially important because the building may be delivered partially or fully constructed and then positioned on the site. If access to the backyard is limited, placement options may be restricted.

It is also important to consider how the structure will actually be used. If the garage will be used for parking vehicles, there needs to be enough space for vehicles to safely enter, exit and turn into the structure. In some cases, a structure may technically fit in a location but be difficult to access with a vehicle due to turning radius or driveway alignment. Planning placement around both installation access and daily use is important.

Pricing varies based on size, materials, height, site conditions, foundation requirements and customization options such as doors, windows or enclosed walls. Larger structures such as RV covers or enclosed garages typically cost more due to additional materials and construction time. The best way to get accurate pricing is to discuss the size and intended use of the structure with Bestway Portable Buildings.

Carports, motorhome covers and portable garages can be built in a wide range of widths, lengths and heights depending on the intended use. We provide custom sizing to fit specific vehicles, property layouts or space constraints.