Heritage Carports are a leading provider and installer of metal carports, and metal garages, for all types of vehicles and RV's , based in the Salisbury area of Charlotte NC
The Benefits Of Carports
A lot of people wonder if it is worthwhile to install a carport at home. If you are considering this structure and have not made your mind up, learning about the benefits might help There are a lot of benefits that come from having a carport and some of them might surprise you.
The Protection
The most obvious benefit of carports is the fact that it protects your car from the elements. The canopy of the carport will stop rain, snow, and hail from damaging your car. You also do not have to worry about the sun.
This is important because it keeps your car cool and will ensure that you never enter an extremely hot car again. The protection will also make unloading your car easier. If it is raining and you need to unload the car, this can be a nightmare but you will not have to worry about this when you have a carport.
The Cost
When you compare a carport to a garage, you will notice a major difference in the price. The costs of buying and installing a carport will be much lower because you do not have to build anything. The carport works on a wood or steel frame that is easy to set up.
There are also a lot of options on the market which means that there is a carport for any budget. You can get single vehicle carports or two vehicle carports. You can even get some carports that fit one car and a motorbike.
No Flooring Needed
Your carport does not need special flooring to be laid down. As long as you have enough space to set up the frame, you will be able to have a carport. There are a lot of people who place the carport on their driveway, but you can also place it on grass.
If you do not want to have the issue of mud or other dirt potentially getting into your car, you can lay down gravel or river rocks. They will make the carport more aesthetically pleasing while stopping dirt and mud from getting into the car. You can hire a company to clear an area for you, and excavate the area for laying of concrete.
Flexible Location
As there is no need for flooring and the structure is self-contained, you have more flexibility regarding where the carport can be placed. You could have this as a freestanding structure or it can be attached to your home. You also do not have to worry about any form or planning permission to set it up.
Placing your carport closer to your home might be a good idea because of the security the house provides. If you live in an area with a lot of wind, the building will act as a windbreaker. The carport can also block some of the sun that enters the house which makes it cooler in the summer months.
The Security
A lot of people assume that carports are not secure because they do not have any walls of locking doors. While this is true for many carports, it is possible to install polycarbonate sheeting to create walls. You can also add a roller door to make the carport more secure.
Of course, adding walls and doors to the carport will reduce some of the other benefits. You will not be able to move it with as much ease and you might not be able to install it on any flooring.
There are a lot of benefits that you get with a carport. These benefits will include the lower costs compared to a traditional garage and the protection from the elements. If you want a secure area for your car, you can add walls and rolling doors to the carport to lock it.
Heritage Carports LLC
3870 Statesville Boulevard, Salisbury, North Carolina, 28147
704-431-4097
https://www.heritagecarports.net/