Are Carports Affordable?

Carports are considered affordable compared to the cost of building an entirely new garage or renting a public storage unit for your larger vehicles. This is because garages may take significantly more materials since they are fully enclosed and will come with an electricity bill that is unnecessary with carports.

As for public storage units, their prices can vary. While you may benefit from upfront savings, eventually, the monthly payment may outweigh the total cost of building your carport. Carports are an investment, but they can provide all the coverage you need, along with security and long-term affordability.

The total price for a carport depends on several factors. These each influence the build cost and can make the difference between an affordable carport and an expensive one:

• Size
• Special features
• Materials used
• Roof types
• Whether it’s a permanent or temporary carport
• Whether or not you opt to build it or buy it premade

The best way to determine if a carport is within your budget is to request a free estimate online. Our team at Bestway Portable Buildings can give you a better idea of what your unique carport would cost. In most cases, they are more affordable than building a full-coverage garage.

Factors That Can Affect the Cost of Carports

• Size: Bigger carports cost more and require more materials and potentially extra manpower to build.

• Materials: Certain materials may be more expensive than others, and you may want to upgrade your carport with insulation or a different construction metal for the roof, which would affect the price. Common materials for a carport roof include steel, aluminum and wood.

• Special Features: You can customize your carports with additional features, and this will likely inflate the price. 

• Roof types: There are different roof materials, some of which are better suited for free-standing carports and others that are more useful as standalone builds. Our carport installers will advise you on the best type for your needs and help you find the best value.

Temporary Vs. Permanent Carports

Another aspect that largely influences the affordability of carport builds is whether you opt for a temporary or permanent structure. Permanent carports are firmly fixed to the ground on a permanent foundation.

Temporary carport structures:

• Are built-in shorter time frames
• Labor and materials cost less overall
• Can last many years with maintenance
• Are built for portability
• Often wood based or built with other lighter materials

Permanent carport structures:

• Take a longer time to build
• Are more costly
• Can last for decades
• May be comprised of steel or metal-based materials for longevity
• Are fixed into the ground with concrete foundations

Temporary structures tend to cost less overall than permanent carports, however, if you don’t plan on moving, a more permanent solution may be the better investment. 

Should I Build or Buy a Carport to Save Money?

Building a carport or purchasing one premade will influence the affordability of the unit. If you opt to build it yourself, you’ll likely be dealing with the labor and material costs independently, which can inflate your price even if you save on labor costs initially. It may take you longer than it would take a professional installer to build a carport. You should compare what your time is worth and how long it will take you to what you’ll pay a professional installer for labor.

Consider a custom build with our reputable team of carport installers at Bestway Portable Buildings. We will work with you to find the best build for your situation and can provide a precise estimate, so you know what to expect and make a value judgement up front.

Professional carport installers have the benefit of years of experience constructing and optimizing carport builds so that they’re secure, sturdy, reliable and functional.

Get Better Coverage with Bestway Portable Buildings

Interested in learning more about carport pricing? If you’re a Florida resident looking for custom storage options like carports, pole barns and portable storage units, Bestway Portable Buildings has you covered. For a free estimate, call us at (850) 747-8947 or contact us online.