Depending on the sizes, shapes and materials carports’ prices range from R700 per square meter and a patio or entertainment area carport ranges from R3000 per square meter.
Carports come in many sizes and materials and are more cost-effective when compared to garages, but are still very efficient at keeping your car protected from the elements.
Average carport prices
Vat is not included in these prices
| Single Carport (shade net) | 3m x 6m | From R 8 000 |
| Double Carport (shade net) | 6m x 6m | From R 9 500 |
| Single Carport (Metal/Aluminium) | 3m x 6m | From R 15 500 |
| Double Carport (Metal/Aluminium) | 6m x 6m | From R 24 000 |
The price of a carport is determined by:
Various factors determine the price of a carport like:
- The preparation involved,
- The type of carport
- The size of the carport
- Any additional extras like sides, windows, lighting and gable ends
Labour and Preparation
A team of professionals will prepare the area in order for the carport to be built. This will involve:
- Digging up the grass
- Leveling the ground
- Paving the area
- Removal of rubble or vegetation
- Preparing foundations.
The cost of the carport will be higher if more labour and preparation are required. If you need more general building services you can check out our house builders page.
Carport Size
There are 2 different sizes of standard carports, 3m x 6m (single carport) and 6m x 6m (double carport) Custom sizes are available as well and at an additional cost
Type of Carport
There is a variety of carports to choose from, these include:
- Shadeports,
- Hard roof carports in metal or roof tiles
- Enclosed and enclosed with shade netting
Shadeports are generally cheaper than hard-roofed carports.
Extras used for carports
Ordinary carports give you all the protection your car needs but you might want to add some things to your preference like:
- An electrical installation
- Sides to carport
- Paving or cement flooring
- A security system
All these features will increase the price of the carport
Cost of the different carport designs
Flat Roof Carport Prices
A flat-roof carport can accommodate several cars as it is a wide design and has fewer poles.
The cost of a flat-roof carport starts at around R675 per square meter. If we have to travel more than 20 km there will be travel costs added to this.
The 6m x 6m flat roof starts at about R24120 excluding VAT in Johannesburg.
Flat Roof Carport with L-Beam Prices
L-beam carports are perfect for high-clearance vehicles as they give plenty of additional height.
A Flat roof, l-beam carports start from around R1450 per square meter this includes installation. For every 20km travelled an extra R70.00 Per square meter will be charged.
In Johannesburg, a 6m x 6m l-beam carport costs about R54 720 excluding VAT.
Flat Roof Carport with 3-Side Panel Prices
A flat roof carport with 3-side panels can be attached to a wall or building and are great to use as a patio.
The cost of a 3-sided panel design carport starts at R800 per square meter. Expect to pay R45 per square meter for every 20 km travelled to you for delivery.
In Johannesburg a 6m x 6m 3-side panel design carport costs around R28800 (excluding VAT)
Pitched A-Frame Carport Prices
If you want a modern look go for the A-frame carport. Their roofs do not collect water therefore the water does not stand after rain, which stops mosquitoes from breeding.
The cost of a pitched a-frame carport costs around R825 per square meter including installation. For every 20km travelled an extra R45 per square meter will be charged.
In Johannesburg, a 6m x 6m a-frame pitched carport will cost around R31320 excluding VAT.
Flat Roof Carport Patio with CromoDek Prices
CromoDek is much more attractive than steel and is a durable material.
The cost of CromoDek carports is around R3200 per square meter, including installation. An extra R70 per square meter per 20km will be charged for travel costs.
A 6m x 6m CromoDek carport patio in In Johannesburg a CromoDek carport patio will cost around R117720 excluding vat.
The cost for your carport installation may vary, but you can rest assure that our partners are always competitively priced no matter the type of carport you want.
