A-Frame Vertical Roof Carports

Not all roofs are created equal! The weather and climate of your region will play a prominent role in determining which roofing type is best for your carport or metal building. Some designs are tougher and more structurally capable of handling heavy rains and winds. Below, we’ve crafted a guide to help you pick which roofing system works best for you and your budget.

Vertical roofs are some of the most effective, resilient roofing systems on the market. This hardy nature is due, in part, to the sheer strength of the vertical design. Vertical roofs feature vertically arranged panels along the roof's span, a design allowing snow, rain, and limbs and leaves to fall free from the structure. This feature spares your roof from storm damage and will undoubtedly save you time, money, and headaches throughout ownership.

Aside from the keen design, vertical roofs possess an aesthetic value that makes them functional and pleasing to the eye. This roofing system offers a more traditional ‘house-like’ roof, with a sharp peak and overhanging eaves. Many customers prefer this design over our rounded regular roofing style. Vertical roofs function well in almost any climate and are proficient in handling heavy winds and rainfall.

Our carports are designed for adaptability. They're offered in various shapes, sizes, and styles that range from smaller sheds to enormous industrial warehouses. Below, we've featured a few popular applications for our vertical roof carports:

When choosing your new carport, it's essential to know how large it will need to be. You don't want to buy a carport only to realize that it's not large enough to comfortably house your vehicles! To help give you a better idea of what you might be looking for, we've compiled a list of some of our most popular sizes.

Designing and viewing your carport just got a whole lot easier with our intuitive 3D building estimator! Re-size dimensions, add doors and windows, adjust the trim, and visualize the colors of your building, all from the comfort of your home! And when you’re finished adding flourishes and customizations, our team of building experts will transform that design into a reality!

Did we mention that our carports are fully customizable? They can easily be adapted to any application, from smaller residential uses to full-scale commercial and industrial establishments. Our customization options allow buyers to tailor their building to their exact needs, from the roofing style to the trim. Below, we've put together a list of just some of the customization options available to you:

By now, you’re probably aware of just how strong our buildings can be. But beyond strength, they offer so much more! Let’s take a look at some of the unique benefits our metal carports provide:

Preventing Rust and Everyday Wear and Tear

Our buildings are what stand between your vehicles and the elements. And there’s no better protection than what steel offers. Our buildings are forged from galvanized steel, making them naturally resistant to moisture infiltration. And with moisture unable to penetrate your structure, rust will never be a problem!

Protection from Elemental Hazards

Your building is capable of withstanding almost anything Mother Nature can throw at it. It can hold up to heavy winds, downpours, and snowstorms, keeping you, your vehicles, and your valuable items safe.

Versatility

If you haven’t picked up on it by now, our buildings can do about anything. They make fantastic residential carports and equipment sheds. They make flexible retail buildings. They even function well in warehouses and industrial applications. In fact, you'll be hard-pressed to find an application metal buildings aren’t capable of handling.

Cost-Effective

Steel buildings are some of the most economical building options available. There’s a reason why all the big box retail establishments use steel structures for their stores. They’re a fraction of the price that traditional buildings cost, and they can be installed in very little time.

Low Maintenance

Metal structures require very little TLC to maintain. Your walls are not subject to rot or decay, and your roofing won't leak, leaving you with very little to do in the meantime other than kick back!

Durable

As you can guess, with the minimal maintenance needs, our buildings are designed to last for years, providing you with tons of service over its lifetime. They’re resistant to water infiltration, rusting, and even fire damage. These strengths will ensure that your carport remains a valuable investment for your property.

We’ve already touched on the need to secure proper permits for your new building. However, there are several different reasons you’ll want to ensure that this has been completed.

Safety Issues

Buildings that haven't been built to code can be hazardous. It's crucial to have a safety inspector check your structure to ensure that you, your family, and your guests are safe inside.

Legality Issues

Safety issues notwithstanding, if your building is complete but has not passed the local building codes, you're in violation of the law. If an inspector discovers that your building is skirting the local building codes, you could face severe fines. Additionally, if an injury were to occur in or near your building, you could be on the hook for a significant lawsuit!

Neighbor Issues

When living in close proximity to neighbors, it’s not uncommon for issues to occasionally arise. Don’t let your building be an issue! Having your building installed to code and fully permitted will save you tons of time and energy should you have any problems with neighbors.

Sale Problems

The importance of securing proper permits doesn't go away after the building inspector has stopped coming by. It will follow you until you decide to sell your property. Properties with unpermitted buildings will cause enormous trouble when trying to sell. They will fail appraisals, and loans on the property will be denied due to unpermitted structures.

Before installing your new carport or metal building, there are several important things you'll need to consider. These factors will play a significant role in what type of building you need, where you place it, and how much it costs.

Where will you have your carport installed?

It's critical to have an accessible, level clearing with at least three feet or more of clearance all the way around. It may pay additional dividends to plan the surrounding land for future additions or expansions to the initial structure.

Will you need to certify your structure?

Most likely, yes. If your structure is larger than a small equipment shed or if you live in a region with any severe weather, you will want it to be certified. Certifying a building costs more, but it ensures that it can handle wind speeds and loads up to a predetermined limit. That way, you'll know that your carport or structure can handle the weather in your area.

Your region’s weather

Having a clear idea of your regular weather patterns will provide great insight into what type of structure you’ll need.

Local building codes

Every area is different! You’ll need to pay careful attention to the building codes in your region.

Liberty Metal Structures has a massive assortment of building styles and options to choose from. However, the final price for your building is subject to change based on many different factors. Let's take a look at some of them:

Raw Materials

The price of steel can vary depending on current demand, shipping costs, and weather events.

Customization

We have a vast amount of customization choices! However, these customizations do influence the final price tag. Buildings that have larger dimensions, additional reinforcements, or extra features will be more expensive.

Location

The location where you choose to install your building will affect your building's price. Regions that frequently experience violent weather patterns will require heavier certifications. These will affect the overall cost of your carport.

Terrain

The accessibility of your installation site will affect the price tag of your new building. Areas that are remote or hard to access due to topography or weather will cost more than a standard installation.