When you add an additional vehicle to your family you need to consider where to store it and/or how to protect it from the elements. For a seasonal use vehicle such as a boat, you could rent space at a store facility. The inconvenience of taking it and out of storage would be minimal as it is only used a few times per year. However, the easiest and most practical solution might be to build a carport or a garage.

If space allows, a carport or a garage can be added directly to your existing home using materials that match. When the new structure is finished it will appear to be an integral part of the original structure. If space does not permit an attached carport or garage, you could also build a standalone structure, set back from your home. There are pros and cons to having a new attached structure and having a standalone structure. It is easy to access the vehicle in an attached carport or garage.

Whether you choose to build a carport or a garage you can essentially use the same (though different quantities of) materials. The easiest way to construct either structure is with an aluminum kit. Aluminum carport kits are readily available from many different distributors. You can get a list of distributors in your area with a quick Google search. The metal carport kits are reasonably priced and easy to construct.

A further aspect that these structures have in common is the roof lines. Either a carport of a garage can have a flat roof. Both can have shed or gable roofs. Attached carports or garages can have single slope roofs. The roof you choose is generally up to personal taste. However, keep in mind that flat top structures can form the basis of a second story. This might be particularly attractive if you are building an attached structure.

So what are the differences between carports and garages? The two biggest differences are cost and security. Carports are less expensive to construct for the obvious reasons. Carports do not require materials for walls nor do they require windows or doors. On the other hand, carports are less secure as a result. If you need to be able to lock and leave then you need to build a garage.

Carports and garages have a lot of things in common. They can be constructed with the same materials, be attached or detached from an existing dwelling, and have similar roofing options. The big differences are cost and security. Once you have made a decision will find the cheapest way to construct either is with an aluminum carport or garage kit.

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