Metal vs. Wood Carport: Which is Right for You?

If you’ve decided to add a carport to your property, there are a few more decisions you’ll need to make before the project is completed. One of the biggest decisions includes determining whether you’d like a metal or wood carport. In this post, we’ll take a look at the advantages of each to help determine which is right for you and your property!  These insights should make your choice a little easier.

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Cost

Cost is usually an important point for many buyers. That being said, it’s almost certainly going to be less expensive to build a carport out of metal rather than wood. You should enjoy savings both in terms of the cost of materials and the cost of labor to construct this kind of carport. If you are a budget-minded buyer–and, really, who isn’t–you’ll appreciate the upfront savings enjoyed with a metal carport.

As an added bonus, you will also save money down the line as the years go by. There is less maintenance required for metal than wood, so you won’t have to put as much money into the carport later on to keep it in good shape. This means you save money both when making the purchase as well as in the future when the maintenance requirements are limited.

Fire Considerations

Hopefully, your carport will never face the threat of a fire, no matter what material it is made of. Unfortunately,it is a possibility, which is why metal presents another advantage over wood.Since metal panels are not going to catch fire, they are a safe option in areas where fire danger may be present. Obviously, a wood structure could easily be affected by a fire, so that risk is something to keep in mind as you make your choice.

Set Aside Bug Worries

Along with steering clear of fire hazards, you can also eliminate bugs as a problem when you order a metal carport. Wood is an organic material that can make a tasty meal for various types of bugs and critters, such as termites. That’s not something that can be said for metal, so you won’t have to worry about your structure becoming a snack for the local bugs.

Although bugs won’t be eating through the metal posts or sheets, it should be pointed out that some animals could still nest and seek shelter in a metal carport, just like a wood carport.But, as long as you are proactive about dealing with any emerging nests and you keep your carport clean, this shouldn’t be an issue.

Quick Construction

Hoping to have your carport in place as soon as possible? When time is an important consideration, it’s metal that should be your primary choice. Once the materials are delivered and ready to go, it will usually take just a day or two to complete the project. Wood construction typically takes much longer than metal, and it is a more complicated, involved process. Whether you are trying to get this done before winter arrives, or you want to have your carport up to provide some shade from the soon-to-arrive summer sun, a metal carport is a choice that saves time.

A Great Look

On this last point, we might be willing to declare it a tie–both a wood carport and a metal carport can look great when properly designed. However, with the metal carport options from Carport Kingdom, you’ll be able to pick from a variety of color options to make sure the final product fits perfectly on your property.

If you think that a metal carport has to look like a boring, plain piece of steel at the end of a driveway, think again. Our models are as visually appealing as they are

functional, so experiment with the Build & Price tool and view our metal carports to see what we have to offer. When you add the attractive look of our carports to the many practical advantages we have already highlighted, you are left with an easy decision!

Place Your Order Today!

Now that you understand the many advantages provided by a metal carport vs a wood carport, you should know which is right for you! If you’re ready to get started with this project, we’re hereto help. Use our Build & Price Tool to design your custom carport, and feel free to contact us with any questions you have along the way. We’re excited to assist you!