A carport helps safeguard vehicles against elements like hail and strong sunlight. To hold up against such forces, carports are usually made either of brick or metal and wood in a pole barn design. When constructing a carport, there are legal, practical, and technical considerations to keep in mind. Find out more below.

3 Points to Address When Building a Carport

1. Building Permits

A carport is subject to specific building codes for the area. For instance, it can only be enclosed on two sides. If you add a third side, it's legally considered a garage and needs to follow a different set of building codes.

Consult your local municipal authority to determine what licenses or permits you need beforehand. The building authority will likely request to see design plans of the structure before approving its construction. 

2. Location

Consider the structure's location carefully. Ideally, it will be close enough to the main building so that a person can go from the door to their automobile without getting wet in a rainstorm.

You also have to make sure that the location you want to build on is big enough for the carport. This will vary depending on how many automobiles it’s meant to hold.

3. Materials

Consider both practical and aesthetic elements when choosing building materials. Brick, metal, and wood are all popular options. For example, a metal and wood pole barn style carport is simple and quick to build.

Metal and wood are also durable materials that can withstand wind, rain, sleet, and snow. For the base of the carport, gravel or concrete are common choices.

H & H Metal Products LLC of Savannah, TN, has the materials you need to create a sturdy pole barn carport. The trusted manufacturer supplies all sorts of metal roofing materials and prides themselves on their top-quality products and dedicated customer service. They also serve clients in Alabama and Mississippi within a 100-mile radius of their headquarters. Visit their website for a list of their services. To discuss your metal goods needs, call (731) 925-1922.