Written by We all need a little extra storage space in our life. Most of our closet space is filled with clothes we no longer wear, our cabinets filled with pots and pans we no longer use, and all types of other things in the garage. Many people turn to enclosed carports when they need to add extra storage space, but there are some drawbacks to them.
Well, before you do anything, clean out your current junk. Anything that hasn’t been used in the past six months that doesn’t have some sentimental value should be thrown out or donated. And stick to this rule. Everything that hasn’t been used in the last six months needs to be donated.
Here are the three biggest complaints of metal carports:
1. Durability – Carports are praised for their affordability, but it comes at a price. They aren’t built to last a very long time. Many people that have carports that are older than 10 years, will tell you that they start to fall apart no matter how well you take of them. So if you’re looking for a long term storage option, traditional construction is probably the best option for you.
2. Construction/Assembly – Another big benefit that marketers like to highlight is its ease of assembly. True, the instruction manual lays it out step-by-step for you, and you have all the tools and parts you need to get finish the job. The only downside is that most people don’t follow the instructions correctly and end up with a comprimised structure.
Other long time carport owners will also tell you that the ease of assembly comes at a price. It’s easy because it has been dumb-downed to allow pretty much anyone to assemble it. But, that also means that it’s not as sturdy as traditional construction that requires specialized knowledge, tools, and parts to ensure that the storage structure can stand up to anything that nature throws its way.
3. Design – DIY carports do come in a wide range of styles, sizes, materials, and designs. Pretty much anything that you could think of, there’s a carport to meet your needs. But, there are some carport owners that will tell you that when it comes time to sell your home, the only thing that matters is either a carport that matches your home’s architecture exactly or traditional storage construction like a garage.
So if you plan on selling your home in the next ten years, go with traditional construction. It’ll add real value to your home, and buyers will not seriously consider a home that comes with a carport. They’ll actually want a reduction in the price or for you to get rid of it.