When you purchase a car shed, several roofing style options are available. These roofing choices can vary depending on their style, price, and capabilities. As such, some might work well for the weather in your region, while others do not. Let’s take a look at a few of these roofing options and the climates they’re built for:
- Regular Roofs : Great for environments that see mild weather, a regular roof is the quintessential carport roof. It features horizontally placed paneling, giving it a comfortable, modern appeal.
- A-Frame Roofs : If you live in a region, that experiences high winds but minimal rainfall, an A-frame roof might be right for you. Also known as a boxed-eave design, a-frame roofs look more like the roofing systems you’d see on a traditional home, with a sharp roof peak, overhanging awnings, and horizontal panels. It’s a tremendous mid-level choice that works well for many environments.
- Vertical Roofs : Vertical roofing systems are the most resilient roofing option for regions that regularly see high winds and heavy rainfall. This clever design combines the best aspects of an A-frame roof with vertical paneling, a feature that allows debris to fall harmlessly away from your structure. And despite being the most expensive option, a vertical roof’s design will enable it to last for years beyond other types.
Whether they’re referred to as metal garages, enclosed carports, or steel car sheds, these buildings come with an enormous array of benefits that make them stand out from ordinary stick-built structures. So, let’s take a look at just a few reasons more people are choosing car sheds over wooden buildings.
- Strength : You’ll be hard-pressed to find a more durable building type than one crafted from steel. This is due to the metal’s natural ability to bend when met with external forces. As a result of this flexibility, metal sheds can withstand high winds, heavy snow accumulation, and even seismic activity. A car shed will hold true where a wood or brick carport might crack and break.
- Durable : Not only are car sheds strong, but they’ll also last for decades if properly maintained. This, in part, is due to their natural ability to resist moisture infiltration and rust. Unlike wooden alternatives that might rot or crumble, a car shed will persist.
- Affordable : With lumber prices on the rise, it makes sense that prefab car sheds have become so popular. Steel is much more affordable and will last longer with fewer maintenance needs, saving you money time and again in terms of repair costs.
- Customizable : One aspect that sets metal construction apart from the competition is its customizability. From top to bottom, car sheds can be tailored to your needs, giving you unparalleled control.
- Expandable : Metal sheds are designed to be expanded or added onto, allowing your building to grow with your evolving needs.
- Ecologically Conscious : Metal sheds have a much smaller carbon footprint compared to wooden alternatives. Steel is completely recyclable and capable of being melted down and used repeatedly without degrading its strength.
One of the most considerable advantages of choosing a car shed over other construction methods is customization. And much like the components in your vehicle, the customization options you choose for your car shed can make a huge difference in how the building is used. Let’s take a deeper look:
- Size : Like the difference between a smaller engine and a large one, the size of your car shed will determine how it can be used. For example, a smaller car shed might be large enough to work as a small workshop, but it won’t excel at being a home office or multi-car garage. It’s simply not big enough to do the job. Luckily, you’ll have free rein to choose the building size that works best for your needs.
- Roof Styles : Much like a convertible car vs. a hard-topped vehicle, certain roof types for your car shed might work in certain climates but not in others. And you certainly don’t want to ‘get caught in the rainstorm with the top down.’ These roof styles include:
- Regular Roofs : A regular roof is your traditional carport roof, with rounded corners and horizontal paneling. It’s a great option for mild climates.
- A-Frame Horizontal Roofs : A-frame roofs are a great mid-tier choice that’s designed to work well in regions with high winds but minimal rainfall. These roofs are easily identifiable by their overhanging awnings, sharper roof pitch, and horizontally placed paneling.
- Vertical Roofs : The cream of the crop in terms of protection, vertical roofs are your best choice for environments that regularly experience storms and high winds. This roofing option features vertical paneling that allows debris to fall away from your structure, keeping the roof cleaner for longer.
- Color : The color of your vehicle says a lot about you and your personality. And the same is true for your car shed! Choose between a wide range of color options to transform your building into something extraordinary!
- Garage Doors and Windows : You wouldn’t build a car without windows and doors, would you? Then why would you build an enclosed car garage without them? And you won’t have to since you’ll be able to add as many doors and windows to your building as you need. From standard entryway doors to larger garage doors, you’ll be able to pick and choose the arrangement you want!
- Framing Gauges : Like the chassis of your car shed, the framing thickness you choose will determine how much strain it can withstand. For example, the industry standard for most residential frames is 14 gauge, but if you expect your building to undergo heavy-duty activity, you may want to go with thicker, 12-gauge framing.
- Paneling : And then we have the paneling, which, much like your car’s body, will play an integral role in the overall strength of your structure. So, while 29-gauge framing is the standard option, 26-gauge framing might suit you better if you live in a climate that sees violent weather.
- Anchors : While not necessarily a customization option, the anchors are where the tires meet the road for your metal building. The anchor types used will depend entirely on the foundation you choose. For most soil foundations, auger-like mobile home anchors are used. For asphalt, spiked anchors are used. And for concrete foundations, special bolts are driven into the pad.
- Certifications : The certification system is much like a vehicle’s license and inspection sticker. The certification system ensures that a metal building can withstand a given region’s wind, snow, and seismic forces. Many building authorities also require it before the issuance of permanent building permits.
If you have a knack for home improvement and are feeling the itch to take on a new project, car shed kits might be right up your alley! These kits come with all the components you’d find in a traditional car shed, except you install it yourself. By foregoing installation, you can save money and skip long installation wait times!
Why wait around for an install crew to arrive when you can construct your new car shed yourself?
Garage Buildings engineers their structures to be a durable, cost-effective way to protect your vehicles and valuables from the elements. However, these buildings are made up of many components, and several factors can influence your structure’s final cost. From raw steel prices to the customization options you choose, many things might affect the final price tag of your building. As such, it’s necessary to work with your building specialist to determine your building’s price.
Purchasing a metal building is a big event! And if you’re working on a budget, owning a car shed might seem impossible. But with Garage Buildings, we believe that everyone should be able to afford a metal structure for their home. And that’s why we’re proud to offer low-interest rates and flexible financing terms that put you in the driver’s seat of your very own structure.
And if financing isn’t your thing, we also offer a great rent-to-own program with no hard credit checks and same-day approvals! Are you ready to enjoy your new metal car shed? Then give Garage Buildings a call and ask about our RTO packages!
No matter what your building needs are, you can trust that Garage Buildings has a wide assortment of car sheds, garages, barns, and structures to suit any need. These buildings are a fantastic, permanent solution to excruciatingly high lumber prices. They’re strong, adaptable, and will last for years with minimal need for repairs.
So, if you’re looking for a long-lasting, durable solution for your vehicle storage needs, a car shed is the answer. Give us a call today at +1 (888) 234-0475 and let our building specialists help you design and customize a structure for your needs!