ALEKO 12x26 Metal Carport with Sidewalls, Black – Corrugated Steel Roof Carport Kit

The Owner's Insights on the ALEKO Black Metal Carport

This is the metal carport kit I'd look at if your property has guest parking in full sun, or a boat or ATV sitting out under the weather all winter. It's a 12 x 26 ft black steel carport with a 27-gauge corrugated roof on a 15-gauge powder-coated frame, rated for 30 PSF of snow and 75 mph winds.

It comes with corrugated steel sidewall panels down both long sides, which is worth it if rain or snow tends to blow in sideways at your place. The ends stay open, so you can still drive straight in and out.

My honest note: the eave sits at 9.3 ft and the peak at 11 ft. That's plenty for cars, pickups, and most boats on trailers, but measure your tallest vehicle, including any roof rack or tower, before you order. Taller motorhomes may not clear it.

Why You'll Love the ALEKO Black Metal Carport

• 27-gauge corrugated steel roof. A galvanized roof with a polyester paint coating keeps sun, rain and hail off your vehicles.
• 15-gauge powder-coated frame. Thick 2-inch square steel tubing with an anti-rust finish holds the structure steady.
• Rated for 30 PSF snow and 75 mph wind. Your carport is built for real weather, not just summer shade.
• Sidewall panels included. Corrugated steel sides block wind-driven rain and snow from the long sides of the bay.
• Installs on grass or concrete. Set it on any level surface, so you don't need to pour a slab first.
• Black finish. A clean, dark look that blends in better next to a modern home than bare galvanized steel.

Not sure this carport fits your property? Call us at 1-800-914-0074 or email sales@optimaloutdooroasis.com. Tell us what you want to park and where, and we'll help you check before you order.

Why You Should Consider an ALEKO Metal Carport

ALEKO is a Kent, Washington company that sells carports, gates, pergolas and other outdoor living products across the US. This carport ships as a complete kit with the frame, roof, sidewalls, all assembly hardware and an instruction manual. ALEKO backs it with a 1-year limited warranty and free shipping to the contiguous US.

ALEKO Metal Carport Kit Specifications

Need a different size? ALEKO also makes this carport in 12 x 30 ft and without sidewalls. Those versions are out of stock right now. Call us at 1-800-914-0074 or email sales@optimaloutdooroasis.com and we'll let you know as soon as they're back.

Is a 12x26 Single Car Carport Big Enough?

At 12 ft wide, it suits one vehicle with room to open the doors. The 26 ft length covers 312 sq ft and fits a car, SUV or pickup with space left at the front or back for bikes, a grill or a small trailer. Measure your vehicle bumper to bumper and add a couple of feet so you can walk around it.

Why the Sidewalls Matter

The sidewall panels block wind-driven rain and snow from the long sides of the bay, and they give your guests' cars a little more shade in the late afternoon. The ends stay open, so it's not a fully enclosed carport or garage, and you can still pull straight in.

What Gauge Metal Is Best for a Carport?

With steel, a lower gauge number means thicker metal. This carport uses a 15-gauge frame, which carries the load, and a 27-gauge roof, which sheds the weather. Together they're rated for 30 PSF of snow and 75 mph wind. For context, 75 mph is just above the 74 mph where a storm becomes a Category 1 hurricane. If you're in an area with heavy snow or hurricane-force winds, check your local building code before you order.

Do You Need a Permit for a Metal Carport?

It depends on where your property is. Many towns and HOAs have rules for carports and other accessory structures, including size limits, setbacks from property lines and anchoring requirements. Rental properties may face extra rules. Check with your local building department and HOA before you build. If you'd like help gathering the specs they ask for, send us an email and we'll share what ALEKO provides.

Installation and Delivery

This is a DIY metal carport kit. It ships with the frame, roof panels, sidewalls, all assembly hardware and an instruction manual. At 1,106 lb, plan on a few helpers, ladders and a level site. ALEKO says it can sit on grass, concrete or another level surface, but it doesn't list ground anchors in the kit, so plan anchors that suit your surface. Shipping is free to the contiguous US. ALEKO lists LTL freight at 7 to 20 business days, and rural surcharges may apply.

Important Notes Before You Buy

• Check your clearance. 9.3 ft at the eave and 11 ft at the peak. Measure tall vehicles before you order.
• Sidewalls cover the long sides only. The ends stay open. This is not a fully enclosed garage.
• Anchors not listed. ALEKO doesn't list ground anchors in the kit. Plan anchors for grass or concrete.
• Permits. Check local building and HOA rules before you install.
• Heavy freight delivery. 1,106 lb, shipped by LTL freight in 7 to 20 business days. Inspect it before you sign, and have help ready to move the boxes.
• Assembly required. Plan on several people, ladders and a level site.
• Weather limits. Rated to 30 PSF snow and 75 mph wind. Clear heavy snow before it builds up.
• Final sale. ALEKO marks this carport as Final Sale. Ask us about return terms before you order.
• Not included. Concrete pad, anchors, tools, and anything shown parked or stored in photos.
• Warranty. 1-year limited warranty from ALEKO.

Supporting Documents

• Instruction manual: included in the box. ALEKO hasn't published it online yet. Email sales@optimaloutdooroasis.com to request a copy before you order

Looking for more covered outdoor space? See our pergola kits and pavilions, the ALEKO motorized patio awning, or the full ALEKO collection. Questions about delivery or installation? Call 1-800-914-0074, email sales@optimaloutdooroasis.com, or read our shipping policy.

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