Unveiling Australia's Best Carport Kits

Welcome, professional installers, DIY enthusiasts and small business owners, to a guide that highlights the cream of the crop when it comes to unveiling Australia's best carport kits. If you're on the hunt for the heaviest and strongest carports crafted from top-tier Australian Steel, you've come to the right place. Let's dive in and explore the best of the best in the world of carport kits.

How Can you tell It’s the best Kit Carport?

Carport kits are available from several suppliers who all claim ‘the best.’ How can you tell that the quote you have received is offering you ‘the best’? Surprisingly, you may find that the highest price

is not offering the best carport so always check and don’t assume that price is giving you the best quality. Here is a list of things that are easy to check.

Six Essential Elements of an Australian Standards Compliant Carport Kit  

The first and easiest check on your quote is the total mass or weight of the carport kit. Many carports are so light that they cannot be strong enough to be properly certified. Carports using imported mild steel and cutting back on the gauge of steel required will reduce the mass.Look for: -

Carport Kit - G550 Certified High Tensile Sheets

The Cladding Grade & Manufacturer should be BlueScope® Colorbond® which is G550. The cladding should have a minimum of 0.42 mm Base Metal Thickness or BMT. Professional Choice Carports supplied through Car Covers and Shelter will usually be supplied with 0.48 BMT Colorbond.

 Inferior cladding will sag, fade, and fail. In some cases, a supplier will give the TCT, (total coated thickness which includes the paint). The TCT of 0.48 BMT Colorbond is 0.53 TCT, a TCT of 0.42 or less is including the thickness of the paint!

G450-G500 Certified High Tensile Rafters, Fascias & Purlins

The steel grade and manufacturer should be provided to you in writing. Engineers need certified span capacities to verify steel suitability. BlueScope® Steel will have these grades published for easy checking.

You may be getting ungraded and untested steel. Mild steel, which is not heat-treated, does not have the capacity of high tensile steel.

Certified Deflection as Australian Standards® Compliant

All Australian roofs must calculate the sag or deflection under load, as it is critical. The supplier should write the maximum Rafter & Purlin Deflection in your quote.

An engineer should calculate deflection and include it with every quote. The structure is compromised and unsafe if its deflection becomes too great.

Raking Force - Unveiling Australia's Best Carport Kits

The raking force is measured in Kilo Newtons (kN) and measures the maximum load or force that your carport can withstand. Raking Force is critical for all Australian Roofing. The minimum required is 14.888 kN or 1489 kg.

Every quote should state the Raking Force. The supplier may have something to hide if the raking force is not stated..

Product Mass - Unveiling Australia's Best Carport Kits

The supplier should state the mass (weight) of your carport in kilograms. If a carport is significantly lighter than others, it's non-compliant and unsafe. Generally, a Professional Choice Carport is around 30% more mass than most others on the Australian market. In every design, we ensure the optimal use of steel, resulting in the minimum steel required for you.

Less steel means more profit for the supplier. Always check the weight on the Bill of Materials.

The Structural Design

 Salespeople and brochures are not a reliable indicator of quality. Ask for an example of the carport documentation. This will allow you to look at the product you are buying and not just the

salesperson’s pitch. It’s also good to check the consulting engineers who issue the certification. An external engineer from a reputable Engineering Consultancy should be trusted more than an in-house or one-man engineering consultancy. Edge Consulting Engineers certify Professional Choice Carports, the largest and most respected in Australia.

Why Australian Steel Carports Stand Out:

Strength and Durability: Australian Steel, is known for its durability.  It will withstand the elements and the test of time. 

Low Maintenance: Say goodbye to constant upkeep - Australian Steel carports require minimal maintenance, giving you more time to focus on projects that matter.

Customisation: You can tailor these carports to suit your specific needs, providing a personalised solution that fits seamlessly into your property.

The Key Features of Australia's Best Carport Kits:

Heaviest Carports: Choose a carport kit that boast heavy-duty construction, guaranteeing stability and sturdiness, even in challenging conditions.

Strongest Carports: Invest in carports known for their strength, capable of withstanding heavy winds, rain, and other environmental stressors.

The Professional Choice Promise:

Professional Choice Sheds, supplied through their sister business, Car Covers and Shelter, understand the importance of quality, reliability, and affordability when it comes to carport kits. Our commitment to providing you with the best products and exceptional service to ensure that you get the best value for your investment. Trust in Australian Steel carports for a dependable and long-lasting solution to your carport needs.

Summary Unveiling Australia's Best Carport Kits

Car Covers and Shelter claim to have Australia’s best carport kits. This blog directs you in six ways to check out any and every quote you receive for a carport kit. We know that few, if any will stand the tests, we ask you to make on every quote you receive. We ask that you prove to yourself that we have unveiled Australia’s best carport kits. Just go through the six items on the list above.

Carport Kits Prices

A quality carport can surprise you with its affordability.  Car Covers and Shelter will offer you the best at the lowest prices.

Whether you're looking to protect your vehicles or expand your outdoor living space, Australia's Best Carport Kits have you covered. Design steel carports for durability, strength, and convenience to ensure lasting use. Roll up your sleeves, unleash your DIY spirit, and elevate your property with a carport kit that exceeds expectations. Happy building!

Remember, at Professional Choice Sheds, we've got your back every step of the way on your DIY journey.