Carport Install

INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY AND HAZARD INSTRUCTIONS

12′,18′,20′,24′ & 30′ Wide CARPORT

Metal parts may get hot when exposed to high heat or direct sunlight. Avoid contact with skin and wear protective gloves and clothing to prevent the possibility of burns.

Avoid installation on windy days as wind may create hazards during the installation process. Wind may blow material causing body injury such as cuts and loss of fingers.

Metal conducts electricity and electrical shock hazards exist since the structure is made of metal. During installation or storage, keep the structure and all components away from electrical sources. Make sure that your selected location is away from power lines, underground cables, and any other source of electrical power. Serious injury or even death may occur if contact is made with electrical current.

Be careful of the sharp edges which may cause cuts or lacerations. Wear protective work gloves and suit-able clothing for protection and always take care when handling metal parts.

Things you will need

Battery Operated or Electric Screw Gun With 5/16″ Socket Drive.
Mason Line or Nylon String
Ladders, one must be able to comfortably reach the peak of the building 10’ to 16′ high depending on building width and height. An extension ladder can also be helpful when installing sheet metal.
Work Gloves
Pencil/Marker and Felt Marker
Tape Measure
Hammer
Tin Snips
Level
Shovel

BASIC CARPORT PARTS LIST

2 Base rails
Legs for walls
25” buildings 1 center,2 ends 2 bowlegs for each bow.
2×3” building 1 Bow
Sheet Metal
Trim for roof
Framing screws
Sheet metal screws
Rebar for ground or concrete wedge anchors

Site Preparation for Building

Ground

Ground should be fairly level.
Ground should be clear of all debris
Location should be clearly marked for the building.

Slab

1.1. If you will be pouring a slab for your carport, the slab should be 4” thick with 6/6/10/10 welded wire fabric rein-forcement at mid-depth of the slab. The slab should slope 1/8” per foot back to front or front to back. The concrete should be 2500 to 3000 PSI.

1.2. The outside dimensions of the slab should be at least 3” wider and 3” longer than the frame. This will allow the center of your anchor bolts to be 3” from the edge of the slab.

Footers

1.1. Footer should be 12” wide and 12” deep and should be positioned so the base rails are centered in the footing.

1.2. Center the base rails on the footers.