A: Usually 2-4 weeks from the date your order is received, and in some cases up to 8 weeks.
A: We always recommend a concrete slab foundation with a solid 12” footing for load-bearing walls of most single and double-wide buildings, and larger foundations for taller and wider structures. We measure our units by the roof line, so a 12’ x 21’ carport’s footprint is 12’ x 20’ outside to outside. So you would need to pour your foundation a minimum of 12’ 6” x 20’ 6”.Concrete footings or mobile home anchors are always required for certified structions. Please check with your local building department for the footing requirements required for your structure in your area.
A: Most jurisdictions now require permits, even for "non-occupied" structures. You will need to check with your local building department to see if you are required to obtain a permit for the size of structure you’re intending on putting up. If you opt out of obtaining a permit in an area which requires it, you risk being asked by local code enforcement to move or remove your building. For more information on Certification and Permitting, CLICK HERE.
A: We measure carport height (leg height) from the base rail to the bottom of your roof bow. All certified units 9' leg height or taller MUST have a 12 gauge frame. For Single and Double Wide Carports in areas without a lot of snow, we can generally build structures with a leg height of 12' before we have to go to a heavier, doubled leg system. Our maximum leg height is 16’. Wider buildings will have a higher peak height for the same leg height. Internal bracing and trusses may lower the amount of effective clearance. Any building over 12' leg height will require Site Specific Plans at an additional cost. For more information, CLICK HERE.
A:Our 14 and 12 gauge garages are designed to handle a snow load of 20 lbs, and 90 mph 3 second wind gusts when installed on an engineer-approved foundation. If your area has loads in excess of this amount, or if your local building department requires higher ratings, we can strengthen your structure in a number of ways and then cerfify the building to the rating required. Ask about our Santa Ana Wind Package and our Big Bear Snow Package.
A: A forklift is required if the structure is above 12’ in height. A minimum of $1000 fee will be required for forklift & equipment rentals
A: Your unit has approximately 3” to adjust before a dig fee or a cut fee may be applied. For more information on Site Preparation, CLICK HERE.
A: In some cases, yes. There will be a delivery fee of $100.00 if the add on is less than $795. The company which adds to the existing unit must building must be the same company which installed the unit or the panels will not line up correctly. To learn more, CLICK HERE.
A: You can pay with Cash, Certified Check, Money Order, Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and American Express.
A:YES! We can drop off your carport to your location at a considerable cost savings to you. Full payment must be made prior to delivery. All carports delivered by Drop-Off will have our Standard Warranty for Parts and Manufactured Components only. You take full responsibility for installation. We only offer a driveway delivery service and we cannot place or carry carports to any other location.
A:All deliveries, whether drop-offs or installations, require a signature from the business or householder receiving the carport; the person accepting the delivery must be over the age of 18 and have the expressed permission to sign for the goods on behalf of the purchaser. If there is a balance due, it must be paid once the installation is complete. To learn more about what happens on your installation day, CLICK HERE.
A: Certified buildings are constructed to follow an engineer's plans that will meet all local building codes for your specific building. It also means you’re pulling a permit and will be installing the proper footings that the engineer calls out for. For more on Certification, CLICK HERE.
B: Uncertified units are anchored at every other post. Units are anchored with rebar or concrete anchors. Additional anchors may be purchased at an additional cost. Rebar anchors are 32” long, but may be shortened when installing on difficult terrain. Mobile home or post anchors are also available for uncertified units at an additional cost. There will be an additional charge for installation of mobile home or post anchors on asphalt.
A: You will need to know the length, width and leg height. For more information on sizing your carport, CLICK HERE.
B: You will need to know the roof style that you would prefer, our Standard horizontal roof, an A-Frame Boxed Eave horizontal roof, or a Vertical Roof. For more information on roof choices, CLICK HERE.
C. You will also need to choose whether you want to partially or fully enclose your structure and if you do, what doors and windows would you like. For panel colors as well as door and window options, CLICK HERE.
We did it! Again, thank you, you are much appreciated!
Your team came yesterday to install the carport and did a wonderful job. They were quick and picked up any mess before departing. Thank you.
Crew was very nice, very hard workers - worked till late to install units.