An open carport has many uses. If you are considering adding this type of structure to your property, you are likely familiar with what a carport can do for you. But how much is it going to cost? Everyone has a budget, after all, so it’s important to know what you can expect to spend before diving in.  

On this page, we will discuss how you can budget for this project. One big step is to use our Build & Price tool to get a precise quote for the building you want to create. That way, you don’t have to guess what it is going to cost—you’ll know precisely and can plan accordingly. If you need assistance with anything along the way, just contact us, and we’ll be happy to help.   

Costs for a Carport Vary   

Unfortunately, what we won’t be able to do in this article is provide you with an exact cost for your new carport. There are just too many variables at play to give you any kind of meaningful number that you can count on for the project. As mentioned above, the best bet here is simply to get a quote for the project you have in mind. Getting a firm quote from a company like American Steel Carports, Inc. will allow you to decide if you can afford the project, if it needs to wait, or if you want to alter it to bring the price tag down.   

Size Matters for Open Carport Costs 

Without a doubt, the biggest factor in a metal carport’s cost is the size of the structure. Obviously, as the carport gets bigger, the price is going to grow, as well. If you only need a small carport – to park a single vehicle, for example – you might be able to keep the cost quite low. On the other hand, if you are thinking of building a big carport for a whole row of vehicles or for another purpose, that price tag will rise with every additional foot.   

There is an important point to note on this matter, however. While the cost of a carport is going to go up as the building gets bigger, it’s still worth thinking about building it big enough for your future needs. Building a carport now that’s a little bigger than what you need is going to be more affordable than having to start over from scratch with an entirely new building in the future when you realize that this carport just doesn’t get the job done any longer. If you can make it work in your budget, consider going a little over what you need right now just to have room for expansion. Your future self will thank you a few years down the line when that additional space is available.   

Other Carport Costs to Note  

The actual cost of the building you order and have constructed is only part of the price tag that you will need to cover on this project. Another notable cost, for example, is any foundation work you have done before the carport is built. Often, a concrete pad will be poured to serve as not only a foundation for the carport but also as a floor that you can park on. While it might be possible to build your carport without taking this step, the whole area is going to be far more useful if you have a solid surface under the roof.   

There might also be costs associated with permitting that needs to happen to get permission to build the structure. Start working on this red tape part of the project as soon as possible so you can put the wheels in motion and make sure that your permits are all ready to go before it’s time to start building.   

Make Your Investment Worth It  

Don’t cut corners when working on a carport project on your property. This is the kind of thing that you’d rather spend a little bit more on upfront so you don’t regret your decisions later. Working with a company like American Steel Carports, Inc. that only uses quality materials and stands behind its products is going to lead to a positive outcome time after time.   

Build an Open Metal Carport  

Getting a handle on your budget for this kind of project is a great way to put your mind at ease. Once you understand the costs of creating a new open carport, you’ll be able to make a confident decision about what you can afford and when you want to get started. If the time is now, reach out to American Steel Carports, Inc. and let’s bring your vision to life!