Going green is no longer a tagline for the trendsetters, it’s an accepted and expected way of life and it can easily be incorporated into building and outfitting your new metal carport, metal garage or metal utility building.

Simply by choosing a metal structure, you’ve already made a great green choice. Metal construction requires no harmful chemicals such as resin, adhesive, wood treatments or pesticides commonly used in traditional wood frame construction. Metal is highly resistant to water, mold and mildew which can emit harmful toxin into the air you and your family breathe. Metal and steel building elements also are 100% recyclable at the end of a structure’s usable life. And Carport Empire’s metal carports, metal garages and metal utility buildings are built to last – particularly if they’re certified, meaning that they’re engineered to withstand heavy snow loads and high wind speeds.

Metal enclosed carports, enclosed garages and steel utility buildings are easy to insulate, which can help conserve energy, further control moisture and resist pest invasions. Reflective insulation is made with aluminum foil, which is completely nontoxic. Foam board and spray foam insulation contains no HCFCs, VOCs or Formaldehyde and does not settle or give off gasses over time, as do some other sealant products. It completely seals your structure, keeping outdoor pollutants and allergens out, which makes for a healthier hangout space – an important consideration if your enclosed carport, garage or utility building will be used for a children’s playroom, workshop, office or the like.

Lighting your open carport or the exterior of your enclosed garage or metal building can be achieved with solar light fixtures or compact fluorescent bulbs. Motion sensor lights help save energy and money because they’re only on when someone is in or near the structure. If your carport, garage or utility building has a window, use a blackout curtain to help keep out sunlight and heat. And if you’re structure houses your water heater, wrap the heater in an insulating blanket to help contain heat.

To learn more about metal carports, garages and buildings and their eco-friendly attributes, contact Carport Empire at 1-800-985-7678.

Wintertime can do real damage to items like water heaters, well pumps and pool pumps that sit outside or are placed in open or lesser quality garages, storage buildings and pump houses. If you have outdoor appliances, be sure they’re protected from freezing temperatures or damaging rust and corrosion that result from moisture.

Locate larger appliances like water heaters, washers, dryers and extra refrigerators or freezers in a Carport Empire enclosed steel garage or storage building. All of our buildings can be outfitted with electricity and water – just be sure to let our professional installers know your plans, as they may affect placement of your new unit.

Our pump houses are a great fit for smaller appliances and other items such as water and pool pumps, even some water heaters and water softeners. Carport Empire offers two standard-size steel pump houses that measure 10X10 and 12X12 in our convenient and affordable “Buy Now” packages. We also build custom sizes and configurations to fit the dimensions of your particular space and include windows and doors and offer 13 color options for side panels, rooftops and trim on your new enclosed garage, pump house or storage building.

All of our steel pump houses, steel garages and steel storage buildings are built with highly durable 14 gauge framing and 29 gauge roofing material. Each can be certified to withstand heavy snow loads and wind speeds of 110 mph, 130 mph and 150 mph. And each can be engineered to meet specific building and code requirements of your city, county and state.

Protect your appliances and other items with a high quality metal garage, pump house or storage building. Contact us via our convenient online email form or call us at 888-985-7678.

Some folks living at a Phoenix, Arizona apartment complex got stuck for days – or rather, their automobiles did – when two carports were toppled by strong winds. The winds literally yanked the carports from the ground, causing them to tip over and land on top of several residents’ automobiles.

At Carport Empire, we think your carport should stay right where you put it no matter how severe the weather gets. Our single carports, double carports, triple carports, RV carports, boat carports, and carport garages are available as certified structures or uncertified structures. If you choose a certified carport, we guarantee you a sturdy, durable structure that will stay put through Mother Nature’s ugliest fits. Our certified carports are engineered to withstand wind speeds of 110 mph, 130 mph and 150 mph, as well as hold up against heavy snow loads. And the engineering can be tailored to meet specific certification requirements by city, county and state ordinances.

Carport Empire’s installation professionals know all the variables at play when it comes to installing your new carport in a way that assures safety and durability of your investment. Don’t chance damage to your vehicles or your neighbors’ vehicles or other property, and certainly don’t take any chances with the safety of your family and visitors. Let Carport Empire install a high-quality, certified carport or carport garage for you today. Contact us via our convenient online “Contact Carport Empire” form or call us at 888-985-7678 today.