carport?

[NutmegCT]

Looking for recommendations, caveats, experiences, etc.

I'd like to put a carport over the house-end of the driveway, so I have a shaded outdoor place by my workshop to work on the cars. Something like:

Other than snow weight and construction, what other things should I worry about? Already have a nice gravel (pea-stone) driveway and parking area, but sure can't afford a Garage-Mahal!

I'd really appreciate hearing your thoughts and personal experiences.

Thanks.
Tom

 

[roofman]

They sell alot of these here in the south. They are not the heaviest of duty but will keep your vehicle out of the sun/rain. Concerns would be snow load, wind, and ability to tie down somehow. Usually they bolt down to a slab. Around here a 2 car is $799-999 installed

 

[tony barnhill]

Here's what I did to add a carport to the end of my garage:

UNDER CONSTRUCTION:

FINISHED:

It was part of a larger addition but by itself not very expensive....& I guarantee you can build one like it for less than the $650-$750 they charge for the 'ugly metal ones' (sorry, just my opinion). And I think it fits the front of the garage & with the large trees around it, it blends in more than stands out.

 

[bgbassplyr]

Tom,

Mine is also on gravel. These types of covers legs are attached to a continuious metal base angle. What I did to tie it down was, like a fence post, dig a hole, fill with concret, insert a J bolt, drill hole in angle and when concrete is set, bolt the down.

I think it will handle a moderate snow load (check spec's from manufacturer), but wind is a problem if not bolted down. 15-20 mph wind and you've got LIFTOFF!

Some are available with sides and end covers.

You could also add gutters/down spouts to stop splashing into your work area.

Jim