Carports vs. Garages: Pros and Cons
Which is better, a carport or a garage?
Top 20 Wood carport Pros Stellenbosch, 2024
I liked that they got on and did the job. They were friendly and efficient.
Thanks Sandra for your nice feedback.
The interactions with all the staff was very friendly and efficient. Nothing was was too much trouble for them.
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About: Economy Reddy Construction Group is a roofing company based in Blackheath, Cape Town. The company offers roof repair and maintenance services to customers in the Cape Town area. The company's core values are quality, affordability, and customer satisfaction. The company's mission is to provide qu…
Services: roofer, roofing, roof repair, roof sheeting, thatched roof, roof inspection, roof insulation, roof leak repair, roof maintenance, roofing contractors, carports, shadeports, 6x6 carport, wood carport, metal carport, steel carport, double carport, aluminium carport, shade net carport, cantilever carport, shade cloth carport, carport installation, waterproofers, waterproofing, roof waterproofing, wall waterproofing, balcony waterproofing, bitumen waterproofing, basement waterproofing, torch-on waterproofing.
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Very easy to deal with. Communication prompt and straightforward. Timely in everything.
I get the impression that the epoxy on the aluminium used was not hardened enough. But time will tell & all looking good at the moment
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Services: wooden doors, doors, front doors, glass doors, pivot doors, folding doors, sliding doors, interior doors, aluminium sliding doors, aluminium doors, gates, steel gate, swing gate, garden gate, metal gates, burglar bars, wooden gates, driveway gates, palisade gates, security doors, security gates, turnstile gate, pedestrian gate, sliding driveway gate, sliding security gate, electric gate, aluminium windows, windows, upvc windows, steel windows.
Request a quoteServices: carports, shadeports, 6x6 carport, wood carport, metal carport, steel carport, double carport, aluminium carport, shade net carport, cantilever carport, shade cloth carport, carport installation.
Request a quoteThey finished the job in one day, with lots of load shedding that day. He even brought a generator with him to be able to finish the job. He truly went above and beyond and I would definitely recommend him. I was very impressed!
Services: builders, house extension, house contractor, kitchen renovation, bathroom renovation, building contractors, construction company, construction contractors, house renovation company, building construction company, paving, block paving, driveway paving, paving companies, paving contractors, carports, shadeports, 6x6 carport, wood carport, metal carport, steel carport, double carport, aluminium carport, shade net carport, cantilever carport, shade cloth carport, carport installation, garage doors, glass garage doors, steel garage doors.
Request a quoteVery happy with the service offered by Aldridge Page from Page Building Projects!
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About: At Page Building Projects, we pride ourselves on being a reliable, affordable, and quality-driven fencing company. We offer a variety of fencing solutions to meet the unique needs of our clients, including palisade and clearview fences. We are dedicated to providing outstanding customer service and…
Services: fences, pool fence, garden fence, picket fence, concrete fence, plastic fencing, wire mesh fence, palisade fencing, razor wire fence, barbed wire fence, metal fence, electric fence, wood fence.
Request a quote3D Shadeports had excellent service and price!
Services: carports, shadeports, 6x6 carport, wood carport, metal carport, steel carport, double carport, aluminium carport, shade net carport, cantilever carport, shade cloth carport, carport installation.
Request a quoteRenco Crete got us the Solid roof carport really good.
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About: Renco Crete is a family-run business that has been operating since 1992. We specialize in the supply and installation of fencing, carports, and gates. We serve the Cape Town and Stellenbosch areas. Our mission is to provide our customers with high-quality products and services at competitive prices…
Services: paving, block paving, driveway paving, paving companies, paving contractors, gates, steel gate, swing gate, garden gate, metal gates, burglar bars, wooden gates, driveway gates, palisade gates, security doors, security gates, turnstile gate, pedestrian gate, sliding driveway gate, sliding security gate, electric gate, carpet, flooring, wood flooring, vinyl flooring, bamboo flooring, parquet flooring, laminate flooring, fences, pool fence.
Request a quote5 out of 5!
About: Bast Design Pty Ltd is a company that specializes in the supply and installation of fencing, flooring, carports, gates, and plumbing services. They are based in Beverly Park, Cape Town and serve the surrounding areas. Their main advantages include their experience, quality products, and competitive…
Services: carports, shadeports, 6x6 carport, wood carport, metal carport, steel carport, double carport, aluminium carport, shade net carport, cantilever carport, shade cloth carport, carport installation, gates, steel gate, swing gate, garden gate, metal gates, burglar bars, wooden gates, driveway gates, palisade gates, security doors, security gates, turnstile gate, pedestrian gate, sliding driveway gate, sliding security gate, electric gate, plumbers, blocked drains.
Request a quoteFantastic service much appreciated.
Services: builders, house extension, house contractor, kitchen renovation, bathroom renovation, building contractors, construction company, construction contractors, house renovation company, building construction company, wooden doors, doors, front doors, glass doors, pivot doors, folding doors, sliding doors, interior doors, aluminium sliding doors, aluminium doors, paving, block paving, driveway paving, paving companies, paving contractors, carports, shadeports, 6x6 carport, wood carport, metal carport.
Request a quoteThey were very professional and I am very happy with their services.
I went with Speedy Garage Doors. The door has been installed and works perfectly. I have even recommended them to someone else I know as well and they have provided a quote.
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About: Looking for a speedy, reliable garage door or gate installation? Look no further than Speedy Garage Doors and Gates PTY LTD. We serve the Cape Town and Beaufort West areas with top-quality garage door and gate installation, plumbing, electrical, and more. Our main advantage is our speed and reliabi…
Services: garage doors, glass garage doors, steel garage doors, double garage doors, roller garage doors, wooden garage doors, roll up garage doors, aluminium garage doors, automatic garage doors, sectional garage doors, garage door installation, garage door repair, gates, steel gate, swing gate, garden gate, metal gates, burglar bars, wooden gates, driveway gates, palisade gates, security doors, security gates, turnstile gate, pedestrian gate, sliding driveway gate, sliding security gate, electric gate.
Request a quoteExcellent communication. Fast response and very efficient in running the installation. I never felt so well informed by a service provider all the way through the project.
Excellent customer service and high quality workmanship at the best price.
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Services: carports, shadeports, 6x6 carport, wood carport, metal carport, steel carport, double carport, aluminium carport, shade net carport, cantilever carport, shade cloth carport, carport installation, fences, pool fence, garden fence, picket fence, concrete fence, plastic fencing, wire mesh fence, palisade fencing, razor wire fence, barbed wire fence, metal fence, electric fence, wood fence, gates, steel gate, swing gate, garden gate, metal gates.
Request a quoteKeeping time and being efficient
I do appreciate hope we see you soon in the next project
5 stars! Everything went absolutely beautiful, he was there at 7am! I was very pleased with his work :)
Thank you for your support I do appreciate hope we see you soon in the next project
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Services: carports, shadeports, 6x6 carport, wood carport, metal carport, steel carport, double carport, aluminium carport, shade net carport, cantilever carport, shade cloth carport, carport installation, carpet, flooring, wood flooring, vinyl flooring, bamboo flooring, parquet flooring, laminate flooring, swimming pool, vinyl swimming pool, gunite swimming pool, swimming pool cleaning, swimming pool renovation, swimming pool maintenance, above ground swimming pool, swimming pool installation, fiberglass swimming pool, paving, block paving.
Request a quoteOn time every time. Work is neat.
I'm sorted with D and B for the Shade cloth replacement. Quick and efficient!
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About: Looking for a reliable company to supply and install your shadeport? Look no further than D & B Shadeports! We are based in Belhar, Cape Town and service the surrounding areas. We specialize in carport installation, using only the highest quality materials. Our shade net carports are perfect for pr…
Services: carports, shadeports, 6x6 carport, wood carport, metal carport, steel carport, double carport, aluminium carport, shade net carport, cantilever carport, shade cloth carport, carport installation.
Request a quoteTheir waterproofing service was excellent!
Their painting service was excellent!
About: AJ Spotless is a Paarl-based company that offers construction work, handyman services, cleaning services, and painting services. The company has been in business for over 10 years and has a team of experienced professionals. AJ Spotless is dedicated to providing quality services to its clients and …
Services: builders, house extension, house contractor, kitchen renovation, bathroom renovation, building contractors, construction company, construction contractors, house renovation company, building construction company, paving, block paving, driveway paving, paving companies, paving contractors, gardeners, lawn edging, tree felling, tree pruning, weed control, garden design, garden edging, garden paving, stump removal, yard designer, plant maintenance, garden maintenance, gardening services, landscape gardening, landscape architecture.
Request a quoteCompetitive prices but quality work. Good knowledge of product as well.
thank you for your review, Mr. De Vose. Your feedback is incredibly important to me, and I am grateful for the time and effort you took to share your thoughts. Please feel free to reach out if you have any further comments or suggestions; I would greatly appreciate your continued collaboration and feedback.
They were very good and I'm happy with their service.
Thank you Mr Ivan. Much appreciated🙏
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Services: swimming pool, vinyl swimming pool, gunite swimming pool, swimming pool cleaning, swimming pool renovation, swimming pool maintenance, above ground swimming pool, swimming pool installation, fiberglass swimming pool, painters, house painters, exterior painting, interior painting, painting services, painting contractors, exterior house painting, roof painters.
Request a quoteEverything is fine. The project took a bit longer than expected but that is how building works so there's no problem. Everything went smoothly though as a whole.
Thanks John
Price was excellent
A job which was meant to take 2 days ended up taking 3 weeks.
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Services: builders, house extension, house contractor, kitchen renovation, bathroom renovation, building contractors, construction company, construction contractors, house renovation company, building construction company, wooden doors, doors, front doors, glass doors, pivot doors, folding doors, sliding doors, interior doors, aluminium sliding doors, aluminium doors, paving, block paving, driveway paving, paving companies, paving contractors, carports, shadeports, 6x6 carport, wood carport, metal carport.
Request a quoteI like the fact that Manuel involved me in everything eventhough I was at work while he did his job at my house under my moms supervision.
Really really happy with their work! Would recommend for sure!
About: Protea Waterproofers is a local business that has been providing waterproofing services, carport supply and installation, and painting services to the Somerset West and Cape Town area for over 10 years. We are a family-owned business that takes pride in our workmanship and customer service. We beli…
Services: carports, shadeports, 6x6 carport, wood carport, metal carport, steel carport, double carport, aluminium carport, shade net carport, cantilever carport, shade cloth carport, carport installation, waterproofers, waterproofing, roof waterproofing, wall waterproofing, balcony waterproofing, bitumen waterproofing, basement waterproofing, torch-on waterproofing, flat roof waterproofing, waterproofing companies, foundation waterproofing, painters, house painters, exterior painting, interior painting, painting services, painting contractors, exterior house painting.
Request a quoteFriendly, great service, great experties.
Excellent response Excellent workmanship.Was a pleasure working with them.Very proffesional and communication was very well. Puntial. Will definitely use then again.
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Services: carports, shadeports, 6x6 carport, wood carport, metal carport, steel carport, double carport, aluminium carport, shade net carport, cantilever carport, shade cloth carport, carport installation, swimming pool, vinyl swimming pool, gunite swimming pool, swimming pool cleaning, swimming pool renovation, swimming pool maintenance, above ground swimming pool, swimming pool installation, fiberglass swimming pool.
Request a quoteKnowledgeable. Helpful. Respectful. Quietly got on with the job. Very friendly.
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Services: carports, shadeports, 6x6 carport, wood carport, metal carport, steel carport, double carport, aluminium carport, shade net carport, cantilever carport, shade cloth carport, carport installation, waterproofers, waterproofing, roof waterproofing, wall waterproofing, balcony waterproofing, bitumen waterproofing, basement waterproofing, torch-on waterproofing, flat roof waterproofing, waterproofing companies, foundation waterproofing, painters, house painters, exterior painting, interior painting, painting services, painting contractors, exterior house painting.
Request a quoteThey did a perfect job. Quite a challenging job and they were up for it. I would recommend them.
Quality work, job done perfectly!.
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Services: builders, house extension, house contractor, kitchen renovation, bathroom renovation, building contractors, construction company, construction contractors, house renovation company, building construction company, roofer, roofing, roof repair, roof sheeting, thatched roof, roof inspection, roof insulation, roof leak repair, roof maintenance, roofing contractors, painters, house painters, exterior painting, interior painting, painting services, painting contractors, exterior house painting, roof painters, waterproofers, waterproofing.
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Frequently asked questions
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What should I consider before determining the size of my carport?
Things you should take into account before deciding on the size of the carport are: the number od vehicles you will park under the carport, the type of vehicle(s), the height of your vehicle(s), intended use of the carport (if you want to have extra storage space), if you are planning to buy anopther/a different vehicle.
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What site preparation must be completed prior to installation of carport?
The area of installation must be clear, firm and flat. Some companies can do site preparation for you, others offer installation only. Check with the chosen company before conducting the contract.
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Do I need plans to install a carport?
According to the SANS regulations you do not need plans but you should still check with your local council because you might need to get approval from them.
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How long will my carport last?
The lifespan of the carport depends on the quality of the carport and the materials it is made of, but no carport on the market should last less than 10 years.
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Recent jobs for Wood carports, Stellenbosch
Solid roof carport
Galvanized square post and lip channel
Shade net carport
8m wide x 6 long
Solid roof carport
Cream ±90% shade, 5.5 X 9 meters. like in photo
Solid roof carport
I trust you are well. I am looking for a quote to install a car port in Stellenbosch. Please see the below pic showcasing the property and the empty spot on the left where we would like to install this. We are looking for something functional, durable and aesthetically pleasing (matching the property) Please can you assist with the below: 1. Quote for shade netting carport 2. Quote for steel carport 3. Please can you supply an image of what both of these options look like. 4. What is the guarantee Can you confirm installation should take 1 day? How soon would you be able to start? PLEASE CONTACT ME VIA EMAIL
Solid roof carport
Solid roof carport
Solid roof carport
Aluminium carport to be erected in such a manner that allows for an automated garage door to be fitted to it. Therefore, some minor building work will be required
Shade net carport
Solid roof carport
Solid roof carport
Free standing car port to house a pick-up truck. The ground gets very wet in winter, so steel legs would be better, but the structure can be wood. If you could please send me a second quote for a double car port, that would be great. For comparison. If the difference aren’t that big, I might go all the way. Thanks.