What is A Carport ?
A carport is a covered structure used to offer limited protection to vehicles, primarily cars, from rain and snow.
The structure can either be free standing or attached to a wall. Unlike most structures, a carport does not have four walls, and usually has one or two.
How Much Does It Cost To Build A Carport In South Africa?
The cost of a pitched a-frame carport costs around R825 per square meter including installation. For every 20km traveled an extra R45 per square meter will be charged.
In Johannesburg a 6m x 6m a-frame pitched carport will cost around R31320 excluding VAT.
Is it cheaper to build your own carport?
The national average is R30036.57 to R150182.85, with most homeowners paying around $8,439 for an installed 18′ x 18′ x 8′ galvanized steel carport on a 4” thick concrete slab with 2 walls.
This project’s low cost is R13456.38 for a 12′ x 12′ wooden flat-roof carport constructed DIY.
Cost to Build a Carport.
| Carport Installation Cost | |
|---|---|
| High-end | $33,002 |
Why are carports so expensive?
For carports, costs are largely driven by whether this is an open carport or whether it has walls and what those walls are made of.
A simple carport may only cost a few hundred dollars, while a permanent structure will cost more. Both carports and garages need a foundation or slab.
Is a carport a good idea?
A carport is an inexpensive alternative to a costly new garage. These structures are incredibly useful to shelter your car, recreational vehicle, or to add covered storage space.
While a carport may not be as protective as a garage, they are easier to install and less expensive.
Does a carport add value?
Generally, carports will increase the value of your home – but perhaps not in the way that you were expecting. Adding a carport doesn’t automatically raise the value of your home.
But, if done right they are the ideal home improvements that can make your home more desirable to potential buyers.