Metal Carports vs. Traditional Garages: Making the Right Investment for Your Vehicle

Are you twisted between choosing a metal carport or sticking with the traditional garage? If yes, don't worry. You are not the only one. Should I choose a metal or a wooden one? –a lot of people find themselves in the midst of this dilemma. So, we are here to address that for you. Let's begin with the problem of buying a traditional garage.

What Are The Disadvantages of Traditional Garages Made of Wood?

• Pest problems – A wooden building tends to attract pests like a magnet. It's not surprising since these buildings offer an abundant supply of food and bedding for them.
• High maintenance – Anyone who owns a wooden garage understands the frustration of repainting and spraying it with pesticides and insecticides.
• Rotting problem – Over time, wood naturally decays due to factors like termites or the mere passage of time itself.
• Water & fire damage – Wood absorbs water. It can pose a problem. Additionally, wood is also known for its ability to spread fire quickly.
• Structural integrity compromises after any unfortunate weather event like hurricanes or tornadoes.

Don't worry. Metal carport comes to your rescue. First, let's see which types of prefab carport structures are available for you:

• Lean-Tos – These are attached to your main home from one side.
• Detached – These are stand-alone structures that can be installed on your property.

Additionally, you can choose side metal panels, roofing styles (regular, horizontal, vertical), and the color of the metal panels as well. You can even get a carport with lean-tos.

You can get a barn-style steel carport for larger vehicles like RVs and tractors. If you are still unsure about the style and size of your metal carport, contact Carports Advisor. Whatsoever your needs may be, our friendly customer support will suggest you the best for your buck.

Why You Should Buy Steel Carports

Having said that, let's move on to the reason why you should invest in a steel carport over traditional wooden garages. 

Cost-Effective

A metal carport will provide a roof to your vehicle without breaking the bank. Are you looking for an affordable solution to store your car? Look no further than a metal carport.

A traditional single car garage (wooden) will cost you anywhere between $10,500 to $20,400. In contrast, a single car metal carport will cost you $2,400 to $8,400 only. So, you can clearly see metal carports are a clear winner here.

Less Maintenance

Steel carports are virtually maintenance free. Compared to that, wooden garages have to be polished, painted, and chemically treated all year round. So, isn't prefab carport structures a better deal? We thought so too. 

Discreet

One thing that you can achieve with a metal carport is a discreet look. It will just blend in with your property. On the other hand, a wooden garage will sit on your property quite aesthetically with a lot of care and maintenance. 

Strength & Durability 

This is where a steel carport shines. A traditional garage is generally made of wood. And as we all know, wood decays with time. So, wood's strength reduces as time passes to the point that it collapses or has to be replaced.

The same thing can be said about metal carport durability. They are long lasting when compared to wooden garages.

Sturdy & Resilient

Steel is resilient to harsh environmental factors and extreme weather conditions. A steel building can withstand the worst tornadoes and hurricanes unless it gets a direct hit.

Metal carports are sturdy structures. They do not get bend, crack, or develop fractures.

Fire-resistance & Pest-resistance

With a steel carport, you do not have to worry about termites' buildup on post or pest infestation. Steel has a very high melting point. So, if there is a nearby fire, it won't spread to your carport. In this case, the metal carport's structural integrity will remain intact.

Traditional garages, on the other hand, need to be treated with insecticides and pesticides. If wood catches fire, it will spread widely.

Sustainable & Eco-friendly

Steel is 100% recyclable. It can be reused again and again without losing its strength. On the other hand, even with prefab wooden structures, you can't avoid the decay process. 

Everyone these days prefer eco-friendly option. So, what are you waiting for? To get your very own steel carport, call Carports Advisor today.

Multi-functionality of steel carport:

Hold on… do you think metal carports can only be used as your car parking? The list below shows how versatile your prefab carport structure can be:

• Parking your vehicle
• Outdoor seating area
• Play area for kids
• RV shelter
• Workshop
• Outdoor evening party
• Open air picnic area

For those of you in a hurry, here is a quick recap of all that we have discussed above. Have a look.

Metal Carport vs. Traditional Garage

Features	Metal Carport	Traditional Garage
Cost	Less	More
Type of Structure	Open	Close
Planning Permission Required	No(classified as permitted permission)	Yes
Ventilation	Yes	No(requires add-on)
Raw Material Durability	Yes(metal/steel are highly durable)	No(wood decays with time)
Strength	Yes	No
Secured Storage	No	Yes
Value	Yes	Yes
Weatherproof	Yes	No
Pest & Fire Resistant	Yes	No

So, Give It a Go:

As you have seen above, metal carport has various advantages over traditional garages. At Carports Advisor, we understand your need and design a carport tailored to your specific need within your budget.

Steel carport not just protects your vehicle but also adds value to your existing property. So, call Carports Advisor today! Don't forget to mention your zip code to get a precise quote. No matter where you live in America, Carports Advisor delivers. We offer a great range of colors, dimensions, and roof styles for your carport. Our customer service will help you find one exclusively for you.