To protect your car, you should carefully consider whether to build a garage or a covered carport. Both options have advantages and disadvantages and it is worth considering them carefully before making a decision. Below we compare the two solutions to help you find the best one for you.
Advantages of a covered carport
Mobility: the open design of the covered carport provides easy access to the car, especially practical if you use your vehicle frequently. You don’t have to leave the garage, so you can get going quickly.
Quick to build: a covered carport is usually quicker to build than a garage, so you can enjoy car protection faster.
Unique look: there are many creative options when designing a covered carport, so you can give your carport a unique look that harmonises with your home.
Flexibility: a covered carport adapts more easily to the size of the plot and the shape of the available space, making it easier to fit.
Ventilation: an open carport provides better ventilation for the car, which helps prevent condensation and corrosion.
It gives a freer feel: its airy appearance doesn’t take up space, unlike the robust garage that fills the garden and fills the space. It feels good to have a little more air and space in the garden.
Disadvantages of a covered carport
Less effective protection: the open structure of a covered carport does not offer the same protection against the elements as a garage.
Less energy efficient: because a covered carport is open, it does not provide the same thermal insulation and energy savings as a closed garage.
Lack of security: covered carports are less protected against theft and vandalism because they are more open.
Limited features: covered carports do not have the same storage capacity or extra features as garages.
Advantages of a garage
Complete protection: the garage provides complete protection for your vehicle against the weather, theft and vandalism.
Higher insulation: a closed garage usually provides better insulation, so the car stays warmer in the cold and cooler in the heat.
Extra storage space: the garage can be used as additional storage space, ideal for garden tools, bicycles, winter tyres or other household items.
Security: in a closed garage, your car is better protected against theft and vandalism.
Additional functions: a garage can have additional functions, such as a workshop or even a laundry.
Garage disadvantages
More space needed: a garage requires more space and is more difficult to adapt to the shape of the plot.
Longer construction time: a garage usually takes longer to build than a covered carport.
Maintenance: garages can be more expensive to maintain, and may need occasional maintenance and painting.
Permits and regulations: permits and regulations may be required to build a new garage.
Before making a final decision, carefully consider your needs and options. If full protection and extra storage space are important, a garage may be the ideal choice. But if you like space in your garden and don’t require a fully enclosed design, a covered carport may be the right protection for your car. In terms of price, a lot depends on the materials and technology, e.g. prefabricated wooden caribou garages are no more expensive than luxury metal covered carports. However, you can also choose from a wide range of covered carports with long warranty periods and excellent value for money. Choose from our prefabricated range or leave the design and construction to our experts to find the best solution for you. Make an appointment for a consultation and get a clearer picture of your options.
