If you have a bit
of property without a
garage, and you want to protect your car, truck, boat or tractor from
the elements, the answer is a
portable garage.
Portable garages are
temporary structures that you build yourself, usually from a kit,
although some companies give you the option of designing your own.
They
also come in handy to protect your vehicle during long-term camping or
can serve as a storage shed for lawn mowers, barbecues, and other
outdoor equipment.
One type of portable garage is a steel frame
system with UV resistant and weather resistant fabric covering. These
come in a multitude of sizes, shapes and colors.
They are pretty
lightweight (for instance, a structure big enough to cover your car may
weigh less than 200 pounds when disassembled) and are reasonably priced
(often less than $2000).
These kinds of structures can be used for
cars, trucks, boats, RV’s, campers, storage sheds and more.
Some of these companies even offer versions that are appropriate as
green houses or animal shelters.
Another type of portable garage is a
temporary metal carport. These resemble the metal carports that are
attached to many condos and apartment homes of the 1960’s and
1970’s.
The frames are of galvanized steel, and the
roof can
support snow and protect against hail. As with the previous type of
structure, these metal carports are available in a wide variety of
sizes, from small enough to cover a motorcycle or two to large enough
to protect your RV.
When assembling your portable garage,
it’s important to first check building codes for your area. A
homeowners’ association or city code may prevent you from
putting up a temporary structure in a visible area or at all.
Next,
make sure the area where you’re putting the garage is level,
and make sure you have all the necessary parts and hardware to anchor
it to the ground. You want it to be secure and not blow over or crash
into your vehicle.
A portable garage is a great option when you
need temporary or permanent shelter for your car, truck, boat or other
vehicle.