Carport Kits – Buy a Carport Kit You Can Build Yourself

 Carport Kits – ready to build & designed for you

Are you looking to buy a Carport Kit?

Below you will find some helpful information as well as some tips and guidance for you to find the right carport kit for you. We also provide a full no obligation quoting service so that you can get prices on what you are after. We have over 20 years experience in supplying carport kits and can deliver to most parts of Australia.

At Excalibur Carports, where we aim to provide the best products to our customers. Australia is a great country and we have some of the best weather in the world. Unfortunately this weather can also have a bad long term effect on our valuable possessions.
If you have had a vehicle outside for any length of time, you’ll know what we mean – yeah? That beautiful car, boat, caravan or motorhome is getting hammered by the sun, rain, snow and hail. Something is needed so you can protect your vehicles for many years to come.
This is where a quality carport kit comes in. They provide an easy way to add value to your home whilst safeguarding your valuable possessions. They can also be a very viable alternative to a shed.
Our almost limitless range provides a simple and cost effective solution for every home. Because every kit is individually designed for your particular needs, there is something to match your house and enhance your lifestyle. You can also choose from any the standard colorbond colours. See below for more information on our carport kits including gable, dutch gable, skillion and hip roof.

What is a Carport Kit?

Carport kits are pre-engineered structures designed to provide reliable shelter for vehicles, outdoor equipment, and even recreational spaces. Unlike traditional carports, which can be time-consuming and costly to construct, our carport kits come with all the necessary components, including steel frames, roofing sheets, and detailed assembly drawings, making them an ideal solution for DIY enthusiasts and homeowners. Available in various sizes, styles, and materials—such as galvanized steel and durable Colorbond —these kits can be customized to fit any aesthetic or functional need. Additionally, carport kits from Excalibur are engineered to withstand diverse weather conditions, ensuring that your vehicle remains protected from the elements. With their combination of convenience, affordability, and versatility, carport kits offer a practical investment for enhancing your property while adding value and style.

Carport Kits For Sale

FAQ’s

General Questions

• What materials are used in your carport kits? – All our carport kits are made completely from steel
• Are your carport kits suitable for all weather conditions? – Yes, we engineer all our carport kits to pass all the different wind conditions in Australia. This includes cyclonic and non-cylconic areas.
• What sizes and designs are available for carport kits? – We can offer an almost unlimited range of sizes. The carport designs available are skillion, gable, hip roof and dutch gable.

Installation

• How difficult is it to install a carport kit?
• Do I need special tools for installation?
• Can I install the carport kit myself, or should I hire a professional?
• How long does the installation process typically take? – The process can take anywhere from 1-2 days to over a week, depending on the size and type of carport kit.

Cost and Value

• How much do carport kits cost?
• Are there additional costs for installation or permits? – Almost 100% of the time there are council fees for approval. These might include a development and/or building application, plus a siting application or boundary relaxation in some cases. We recommend that you contact a private build certifier or building surveyor.
• What factors should I consider when budgeting for a carport? – You should find out an accurate price for the carport kit itself, plus allow for concrete for the footings, council fees for the approval and any extra tools you might need.
• Maintenance and Durability
• How do I maintain my carport once it’s installed? – Maintenance would only involve periodic cleaning and other things such as making sure the gutters are clear of any leaves or debris.
• What is the expected lifespan of a carport kit?
• How resistant are the materials to rust, fading, and wear?

Customization

• Can I customize the design or size of my carport kit? – Yes we can supply a carport to the size you want.
• Do you offer color options for your carport kits? – You can choose from any of the standard range of Colorbond colours

Regulations and Permits

• Do I need a permit to install a carport?
• What regulations should I be aware of before installing a carport?

Shipping and Delivery

• How is my carport kit delivered?
• What should I do if my carport kit arrives damaged? – Our suppliers are ver good at what they do, but in the rare case there is damage, it can normally be resolved by contacting us and providing some photos of the damage. We can then follow up with the supplier to remake those parts.

Warranty and Support

• What warranty do you offer on your carport kits?
• How can I contact customer support for assistance? – Simply call us on 1300 011 191

Additional Uses

• Can carports be used for purposes other than vehicle protection?
• What are some creative ways to use a carport?

Environmental Considerations

• Are your carport kits eco-friendly?
• What materials are used to ensure sustainability?

Carport Kits That Are Simple and Cost Effective

Simple installation and Build – One of the main reasons to buy a do it yourself kit is to save you time and effort in building it. All the parts should be made in a way that makes it easier to build your own carport yourself. This means minimal or no cutting and no drilling of holes.

When you get your carport kit, it is essentially a disassembled carport. The steel parts, when put together, make up the specific building you are after. They are purposely designed so that the individual pieces can go together as easily as possible. However not all carport kits are the same. A well designed structure should be quick and easy to build, and cheaper than if you had to design and build it yourself. It should also be strong.

Cost Effective – A well designed structure should save you money on materials as well as design and engineering costs. You do not need to pay for excess materials and you do not need to pay for multiple visits to a structural engineer.

The Ideal Home Project

Geared towards the do it yourself home handyman as well as builders and installers, carport kits make for an ideal building project at home. They can be put together by you, with the aid of your friends and family, or you can hire qualified tradesmen or a licensed contractor to assemble the kit for you. Obviously, you will save the most money by constructing the carport yourself. This can save you hundreds, if not thousands of dollars in the end.

Obviously it goes without saying, that many types and sizes can be used to protect vehicles from the climate. This covers either a single one car , double two car or multiple car designs.  However we can easily do pretty much any size you need. Regular sizes don’t exist and so we can make them wider, shorter, longer or higher to suit your needs. By using clever designs and up to date engineering, you can now get better quality than elsewhere. They are easier to build and pass all current council and building standards.

Excalibur Carports has been supplying quality Lysaght steel for a long time and have the reputation of providing a superior product. We can advise you on the best option for your home and you will notice that you can put it together in a few days using basic tools. The kits include every part and steel that are required for completing the building work.

Our systems supply you with the best options as a result of all the different sizes and shapes, along with diverse colours and selections that you have to select from. Additionally, because these are kits rather than preassembled or premade carports they often tend to be more affordable because the manufacturers aren’t required to pay for the labour costs associated with constructing it.

Carports in Kit Form That Will Save You Time and Money

• You only pay for the materials you need, which means you save money – because our kits are pre-punched and pre-cut, you get the right size and length of steel for the job. If you are building a carport kit from scratch yourself, you’ll buy full lengths of steel, then cut it to the size that suits. This creates a lot of wastage and lost hours or days. Why pay for steel you won’t use. Our national contracts with suppliers such as Bluescope Lysaght also ensures you get the best prices possible, factory direct pricing.
• You get everything you need saving you time – Everything you need to build your carport kit comes in one drop, delivered to your door – including the frame, roof, posts, plates and even the downpipes, guttering and bolts and screws. You don’t need to source each of the components yourself. This should include not just the posts, frame and roof, but also the guttering, downpipe and fasteners. You won’t have to source all the individual steel parts, they will all come to you at once. Just grab your tools and you are right to go.
• Pre-Cut to Size as Much as Possible – This saves you money because you only pay for what you need. You are not paying for any excess wastage in steel. Here’s a simple example – You might want a 6m long carport. You would have to buy stock lengths to make it up yourself, so you would need to buy steel that is 7.5m long. You would then need to cut off the 1.5m that you don’t need – that’s a wastage factor of 20%. You’d be paying 20% too much! Our kits allow you to save on this wastage by supplying the lengths you need.
• Fully Hole Punched to Minimise Time – It can take hours of your time and several drill bits to drill all the holes needed. By having the kit pre-punched it saves you both time and money in wear and tear on your tools, whether it’s a DIY project for yourself or you have a builder doing it for you.
• Quicker Installation means you can get your vehicle protected sooner – Installation is made easier by the fact that the carport kits are cut and punched to size. Everything is made to fit together and you also get a bill of material (parts list), a guide and drawings to assist you. Whether you do it yourself or bring in an installer, you will save time and money.
• Engineering is included with Excalibur Carport Kits – this saves you a ton of money as well as time finding a draftsman and engineer to do the work. Remember, you need engineering to comply with current Australian standards and be able to get approval from council. Our carport kits are designed to suit all wind regions in Australia, including cyclonic and non-cyclonic.
• Fully Engineered to your specific site & Ready for Council – Fully compliant, site specific engineering means that your carport kit is specifically designed for your actual site address. This is so you know it passes the current building standards and will cope with the wind and weather in your local area. If you decide to build a carport yourself, one of the first things you need is engineering. To do this, you ask a structural engineer to draw up and certify a design for you. This can be costly and time consuming, and you may need to do several draft designs before settling on a final one. 
• All our carports come with the relevant site specific engineering. This is a big saving to you and you know that the design has been done to pass all the current Australian standards and also covers every wind region. The designs also meet or exceed current national building codes. The drawings for ready for you to submit to council for building approval. You generally have 2 options when deciding how to submit your council application. You can deal with your local council directly yourself or you can use a private building certifier, who will submit the application on your behalf. You will need to include a site plan (to scale and shape) and the engineering when submitting the council building application forms.In nearly every case, a council approval is needed, even for a simple single carport or double carport size.
• Delivery can be made directly to site, making it easier for you – we regularly service all the major cities in Australia including Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, Adelaide and Perth. With our national suppliers we can also deliver to most other areas of Australia – you don’t have to organise a truck and we have negotiated some great flat rate fees for freight, which covers nearly all circumstances. All the steel materials are professionally consolidated, packed and wrapped to guarantee a successful transfer.
  
• Delivered to Your Door – With multiple steel manufacturing plants and branches in every state, direct deliveries can be done to nearly all areas of the country. This includes all capital cities like Brisbane, Sydney Melbourne, Canberra, Adelaide and Perth. Many other regional towns and areas are also covered through Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Western Australia, Australian Capital Territory, Tasmania and Northern Territory.
• Minimal Cost Shipping – Shipping is done at a very low competitive price, and this means extra reductions to you as a result of our very minimal delivery fee. Once you place your order, the estimated time until you receive your carport kit is about 5 to 6 weeks. You have complete choice of colour and size. After the carport has been dropped at your site, it’s only a case of checking over material for correct amount and size. Once you’ve done that, you’re ready to start.
• Locally Designed and Made from Australian Steel – Your carport will also be made from quality Australian steel, including genuine Colorbond. Bluescope steel carry out a lot of testing to make sure the materials in your carport kit can withstand the Australian conditions and time has shown this. XRW grade steel is almost always used and quoted as standard. However there are other types, such as ultra steel for areas close to the sea. When buying a carport kit, seek out the Australian made solutions and products because they’re very high quality and easy to put together. Our view is that they are the best material you can buy. We have a wide range of carports kits using only Australian made and manufactured steel.

All of these reasons represent a large saving of your time and money to you, and ordering a carport kit has never been easier as it is now.

With many options available, sometimes it can be confusing as to which carport kit to choose for your own situation. But with some simple guidance you can quickly figure it out.

There are 2 main determining factors in choosing the best carport –

• What types of vehicles do you have
• What type of house do you have

Vehicle Type

Different vehicles have slightly different needs. The main thing to consider is the size of the carport needed, so that it covers the whole vehicle.

Cars

Protecting their car or cars is the obvious reason for most people to buy a carport kit.

What we would suggest is to check the size and height of your car to make sure the carport size allows enough to fit your car. Standard cars are fairly straightforward, but some people have four wheel drives with roof racks fitted etc. This could change how high you need it to be.

Also consider how the structure can complement your house. Most carports are next to, or in front of the house. Choosing which design or roof type can directly impact the value and look of your property.

Trucks and Buses

Just tell us the length and height you need and we will give you a price for a carport kit to suit. We can supply carport structures up to 6m high and higher, and to any length you want. Typically the posts have to be concreted directly into the ground due to the height, but this makes for a better building anyway.

Caravans

For more information see the article on Caravan Carport Kits

Motorhomes

House Type

Apart from the size, have a think about how the carport will look at your home. This is when you are also trying to enhance the look of your property or match the carport in with the house.

The right style or carport design will add a good amount of value to your property and improve the overall appearance. For example, if you have a Dutch Gable feature on your house, a Dutch Gable carport will probably be the best option for you. If you have hip roof on your house, buy a hip roof carport to match in with it. You’re trying to make it look like it was always there and part on the overall plan.

Did you also know that our carports can also used as a patio. They have also been used as various shelters.

Some flexibility can be had with roof pitches in certain styles, but most are designed to match well as standard to most houses.

Multiple Carport Kit Sizes Available

No matter what design you are after, you can get it in the size you need.

Sizes include:

• Single Carport Kit
• Double Carport Kit
• Triple or 4 Car Carport Kit and Larger

An almost range of sizes in between are also available. There is no set limits on the width, length or height on your carport. 

A Complete Kit That Comes With Every Part You Need To Build It

• Strong Steel Posts: The carports are predominately supplied with SHS posts. These are used because of their strength and availability in a galvanised finish on the outside. They represent the best value for money for you. 
• Steel Frame: A high tensile C section is mainly used for all structures, with oversized topspan lengths used as roof purlins in the gable, hip roof, and dutch type gable roof carports.
• Roofing: Genuine Colorbond or Zincalume in both Trimdek or Custom Orb profiles.
• Connection Brackets: These are specifically made for your carport in order to maintain it’s strength and ensure it simply goes together easily.
• Full Flashings: The carport flashings are also made in high tensile and folded for the specific use and location in your carport. They are fabricated from high tensile material. Heavier gauge flashings are supplied for stiffness and longevity.
• Lysaght Guttering and Downpipes: Contrary to others, Excalibur carports include the gutters and downpipes. The guttering supplied is genuine Bluscope Lysaght guttering. It has been made for many years and has proven to be reliable. You are also able to buy replacement sections if ever you need it.
• Quality Fasteners: All the bolts, nuts, screw and rivets that you need also come with your carport kit.

Australian Made and Manufactured Steel Used

We only use and recommend Australian made steel. It has been designed and tested to the harshest of conditions around the country to ensure it lasts as long as possible.

If you would like to request a quote, please click on the green box below. You can also call us on Ph. 1300 011 191 or send us an email at sales@excaliburcarports.com.au or . You can also send an email via the contact us page.We look forward to helping you with your building project.Excalibur Carports is a division of Excalibur Steel Buildings Pty Ltd.