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Carports are types of sheds used to protect vehicles. Typically made of metal, they are either freestanding structures or attached to the sides of buildings. Carports are useful when properties do not include garages or homeowners require extra shelter for additional vehicles. Below, the team at OBR Metal Buildings and Components in Floresville, TX, explains the benefits that carports provide.

Why Should You Invest in a Carport?

Protection From Elements

Carports protect your vehicle from sunlight, snow, hail, and rain. They help maintain the paint job, prevent interior fading, and shield against other elemental damage, such as dents from hail. Protection from the elements also saves time because you will not need to scrape snow and ice from your vehicle in the cold or schedule auto body work because a falling tree limb scratched your car. 

carportCost-Effective & Easy To Install

Unlike garages, carports take little time to install, and they are significantly less expensive. They also save money on vehicle detail work because your car or truck will not require damage repair after severe weather. It also won’t need new paint prematurely because it will be protected from harmful UV rays.

Numerous Uses

Carports are versatile structures suitable for RV, boat, and motorcycle storage. They can also serve as shaded play and relaxation areas for children and adults. You can also use your carport as a work area for home improvement projects or as a storage unit for garden and lawn equipment.

These multi-purpose, durable structures also help protect against burglars, as thieves are less likely to tamper with a vehicle immediately visible to the owner and neighbors.

Add value and function to your property with a high-quality carport from OBR Metal Buildings and Components. This local building material supplier serves residents and business owners throughout Wilson County and the surrounding areas and features a team with over 20 years of industry experience. Call (830) 216-2022 to speak with a helpful representative. 

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