Top 5 mistakes people make when choosing carports
A carport is more than just a protection against rain or snow. It’s a solution that needs to be functional, durable and aesthetically compatible with your home environment. Unfortunately, many people make mistakes when choosing a carport that lead to inconvenience or extra costs later on. To avoid making the wrong decision, in this article we will discuss the 5 most common mistakes and share some tips on how to choose the best option for your car.
- Incorrectly calculating the size of the carport
🚨 Mistake: People often choose a carport that is too small, thinking that it will be enough for one car, but not taking into account future needs or extra space to open doors and walk around the car.
✅ How to avoid?
Calculate not only the dimensions of the car, but also the extra space for easy entry and exit.
If you plan to buy a second car in the future, or to store bicycles, motorbikes or other items, it’s better to choose a larger carport right away.
- Inadequate choice of materials
🚨 Mistake: Many people are tempted by cheaper materials, such as wooden structures, without taking into account their maintenance and durability. Wood is beautiful, but it needs constant waterproofing and protection from moisture, pests and the sun.
✅ How to avoid?
If you want a durable and virtually maintenance-free solution, choose metal awnings.
Metal structures are corrosion-resistant, fade-resistant and remain durable for many years, even in harsh weather conditions.
- Insufficient weather resistance
🚨 Mistake: Some people underestimate the climatic conditions and opt for a lightweight, under-strength structure that may not be able to withstand strong gusts of wind or heavy snowfall.
✅ How to avoid?
When choosing a carport, make sure it is certified to withstand snow loads and high winds.
Metal carports with a sturdy galvanised steel or aluminium frame are the ideal choice for extreme weather conditions.
- Design and yard aesthetics are not taken into account
🚨 Mistake: Some people choose a random design that does not fit in with the aesthetics of the house or the courtyard, and later regret the disharmony in the overall appearance.
✅ How to avoid?
Avoid this by choosing a carport design that fits in with the exterior of your home.
Metal awnings come in a variety of colours and shapes and can be combined with glass or polycarbonate to create a modern, stylish look.
- Poor installation or quality
🚨 Mistake: Trying to save money by installing a carport yourself or by choosing the cheapest service provider often ends badly, with an unstable structure and problems that develop over time.
✅ How to avoid?
Leave the installation to the professionals – they will ensure that the carport is properly anchored and durable.
Choose reputable manufacturers and installers who offer a guarantee on their work.
Conclusion: how to avoid mistakes and choose the best carport.
🔹 Choose the right size to suit your current and future needs.
🔹 Choose metal structures that are durable and maintenance-free.
🔹 Make sure the carport is adapted to your climate conditions.
🔹 Match the design to your yard and home exterior.
🔹 Leave the installation to professionals to avoid technical problems in the future.
If you want a reliable, durable and stylish carport – contact us! We manufacture and install high quality metal carports tailored to your needs.
