Carports vs. Garages: Pros and Cons
Which is better, a carport or a garage?
Top 20 Carport Pros Cape Town, 2025
Communicates well and Thuroughly Delivers on Promises made within Timelines that were agreed.
I had a great experience working with SPEEDY GARAGE. Work was done well , team was professional and high quality work.
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Request a quoteExcellent at what they do and very professional.
We do appreciate thank you for your support
Keeping time and being efficient
I do appreciate hope we see you soon in the next project
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Request a quoteprompt and neat and tidy. fair priced. will use them again in future.
BMCCA Shadeports provided an exceptional experience with their professional and responsive service. I was impressed with how flexible and accomodating they were to my schedule needs. The shade net carport they installed is not only durable but also offers great value for money. If you're looking for top-notch carport solutions in town, look no further!
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Request a quoteOn time every time. Work is neat.
Very friendly I received my quotation same day and installation was very neat. Very happy with his services.
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Request a quoteI had the exterior painted last week and was pretty impressed. The crew turned up right on time, stayed super friendly, and were really flexible—when I asked to tweak the finish halfway they just shrugged and sorted it out, very accomodating. Cost was lower than I’d budgeted so the value felt solid. Would call them again without thinking twice
We made use of the services of Door-to-Door Maintenance and Solutions and are very happy with their work. The contractor’s name is Virtual Julius. They started yesterday morning and finished today.
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Thank you Mr Andrew Much appreciated, your review means a lot to us. 😊
Competitive 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.
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Request a quoteProfessional good quality workmanship. Definitly recommended!
Thank you very Barry. That's how I am - That's my mission and I'm glad you're are happy 😊!
absolutely impressed! The crew was warm and approachable, tweaking details whenever I asked which made the whole process a breeze. They wrapped up the boundary wall ahead of schedule, and the bill was kinder to my wallet than expected—definite value. Honest, prompt updates and constant check-ins showed customer care you don't see every day, truly beyond what I’d hoped.
Thank you very much Amiena. It was a great experience to work with you. My mission is to meet the client's demands in the end. Thank you!
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Request a quoteAnnel and the crew were super professional and always on time. Any question I had was answered almost immediately, so the communication felt easy and responsive. They stayed flexible with a few last-minute tweaks to the plan and kept a friendly vibe on site, which made the whole build stress free. Honestly, its rare to get customer service this good
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They were flexible and accommodating. Great customer service and exceeded my expectations. They are very affordable. Good value for money.
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Request a quotePrice was excellent
A job which was meant to take 2 days ended up taking 3 weeks.
Everything 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.
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Quick to respond and open communication. Completed project on time.
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Request a quoteKnowledgeable. Helpful. Respectful. Quietly got on with the job. Very friendly.
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Request a quoteQuality work, job done perfectly!.
They did a perfect job. Quite a challenging job and they were up for it. I would recommend them.
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Request a quoteCommunication, proactivenss and professionalism
Thank you to Procompare for giving us the name of ZT Industries. Very good service and workmanship.
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They were punctual and did a good job. Their prices were reasonable.
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Request a quoteAbsolutely brilliant! They always had supervision on site every single day.
There were small things that I was not happy with but they did a good job.
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Request a quoteAbsolutely amazing service. He was punctual and did a really great job.
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Request a quoteUnder trying conditions the team performed extremely well and delivered a professional job within the required timeframe. Extremely happy with everything
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Request a quoteWow, Everextreme Construction did a fantastic job with our plumbing repairs. The team was super professional and alwayz showed up when they said they would. Punctuality speaks volumes!
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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 Carports, Cape Town
Solid roof carport
Hi, would like a quote for 5 x 6 carport please.
Shade net carport
I need a shade net carport that can accommodate 2 cars, dimensions 7m (width) x 5.7m (depth) x 3m (entry height) . It will be free standing, i.e. no attachments to any buildings, all four sides should be secured to the ground. The structure must be made from galvanised steel. The net should additionally cover 2 of the four sides ( entry point should be open) The carport needs to be removable and must be able to be resurrected at a new location at a later stage. Please provide a quote that specifies the following components separately: (1) Frame structure, (2) Net, (3) Assembly.
Solid roof carport
I need a carport that can accommodate 2 cars, dimensions 7m (width) x 6 m (depth) x 3m (entry height) . It will be free standing, i.e. no attachments to any buildings, all four sides should be secured to the ground. The structure must be made from galvanised steel. The net should additionally cover 3 of the four sides to form an enclosed structure (only the entry point should be open) The carport needs to be removable and must be able to be resurrected at a new location at a later stage. Please provide a quote that specifies the following components separately: (1) Frame structure, (2) Net, (3) Assembly.
Solid roof carport
one behind the other carport, fixing and extend
Solid roof carport
Goodday I am looking for qoutes for a carport quote. Need light sections over all windows to give natural light inside the house. Then steel. Sheets in between.
Shade net carport
There was a company that erected carports at complexes and charged the complex a rental fee on a monthly basis. Not sure if you offer a similar service? Perhaps you know of a company? Price per carport +- 40 units ? The carports belong to the company and are not the property of the complex. A suggestion I would like to make to the Body Corporate
Solid roof carport
Need carport structure to be erected against a wall in my backyard. Material (ie ....sheeting, steel purlins, steel flashing and round steel poles) is onsite. Require steel lipped channel purlins to be welded to round poles. Area being covered is 6.25 x 3.46m. Structure need to slant from right to left as per attachment (side view). Contractor needs to be able to fit metal root sheets, have a welder as part of his team and power tools to cut steel purlins and poles. please, call me today at 15 :00
Solid roof carport
I need a quotation on 4 carports. (1) 12 x 3.6 (2) 12 x 2 (3) 14 x 3.6 (4) 8 x 8 Please send me a quote based on the above-mentioned items
Shade net carport
I just need a quote for replacing an old roof and putting in a new shade net carport.
Solid roof carport
6m x6m steel galvanised carport Ibr roof sheets Stand alone poles All material to be galvanised Gutter and down pipes