Best Ways to Store Your Motorhome or RV

The best ways to store your motorhome or RV are with carports or pole barns. They provide the convenience of a storage unit combined with the security of your property.

For those who want a flexible solution that can be taken down, depending on the season, portable carports are a secure way to store your motorhome or RV. If you want a more long-term solution, pole barns with a permanent foundation are the way to go.

What Is a Carport?

A carport is a covered structure that offers protection from environmental elements and direct sunlight for a bulky, valuable property, like cars, RVs and motorhomes. Unlike a garage, there are no sides or doors to a carport, and they aren’t lit like other covered storage options. 

A high-quality, properly constructed carport can add to the visual appeal of your home while providing a shaded space from the Florida sun's powerful UV rays. If you want a versatile space that can provide coverage for large vehicles, then a carport is a great option.

Benefits of Using Carports

There are many benefits to building a carport for your home, especially for Florida homeowners. Carports are the perfect compromise between a garage and public storage for RVs and motorhomes. You get the convenience of a garage on your own property with the dependability and coverage of a storage facility. 

• Protection from the environmental elements: Carports keep your vehicle sheltered from rain, and sun and are wind resistant, so they won't falter in more extreme storms. Carports also provide UV protection because of the high-quality materials from which they are constructed. These prevent the sun from affecting outdoor guests and causing fading of vehicle and motorhome exteriors and interiors.

• Multipurpose space: Carports are perfect for covering large vehicles and motor homes, but they’re also a good awning to relax under or store other outdoor items like tools, grills and lawnmowers.

• Convenient storage solution: You don't have to worry about storing your large vehicle or motor home on your property. Carports can be installed as an add-on to your driveway or just outside your home. They act as a natural extension of your space and provide convenient storage for anything you would otherwise put in a garage or storage unit. 

• Security: Acting as an extension of your home, carports provide added security for your motorhome or RV. An RV that’s parked on the street or in your driveway may be vulnerable to theft. With a carport, your property is visibly covered and connected to your home.

• Utility savings: Carports are more cost-efficient than garages because they do not have to be connected to electricity and require fewer, less expensive materials. This can save you money on utilities while still providing a reasonable amount of protection for your vehicle.

Customizing Your Carport

You can customize your car port to your desired height and length, further maximizing the amount of storage add-on you want for your home. 

Our durable carport option utilizes treated wood with aluminum roofing and siding. We’ve found this is the best combination of materials to maximize the UV resistance, affordability and quality of our carport build.

Many opt to create carports that double as an entryway for their homes. Others, choose separate awnings that provide coverage for their larger vehicles, motorhomes or RVs. Whatever you need, we have a variety of available models to choose from and will help you design your ideal carport.

What Is a Pole Barn?

A pole barn is a wood-framed structure, typically made with a steel roof. The difference between a pole barn and a carport is that the pole barn can be customized to be fully enclosed with a door, while the main form of coverage for carports is the roof.

Pole barns are one of the best ways to store your RV or motorhome because the coverage provides extra security for your space. Pole barns offer additional coverage from small animals or pests that may otherwise crawl into your RV if it was in a regular carport or left out in the elements.

Benefits of pole barns for RV storage include:

• Total coverage
• Protection from the environment
• Security
• Multi-purpose space
• Customizable dimensions
• Can be fully enclosed for better protection

Invest in Safe RV and Motorhome Storage in Florida With Bestway Portable Buildings

Ready to create your custom pole barn or carport for your motorhome? We’re here to help. At Bestway Portable Buildings, we use high-quality materials and follow strict construction protocols to ensure your structure is built to last. For a free estimate, call (850) 747-8974 or request a quote online