Another Phoenician here. I’m no building inspector, but 2x4s across those spans, I’m think those will definitely become compromised over time. Although there isn’t much load on those 2x4s, monsoon winds can be pretty crazy and the shade sail might challenge the structure if the wind catches it right. You might want to add some supports from the posts to the 2x6s to help with lateral forces and rigidity. Thanks for sharing.
Yessir! The 2x4s were simply for style. Later I reinforced both sides with additional sets of 2x6’s across the middle. A total of 6 2x6’s across the bottom. Also added 2 more vertical posts at middle. It did not move an inch in last year’s monsoon thankfully! Part 2 linked above
Great idea with the sun shades for a roof. In Colorado it's the hail and the snow. I already have a purgula with a sail shade on top and we have had 8 hail storms this year. Sail shades have zero damage. And the snow is never a problem. We have a lot of wind and I was worried about how you were going to keep your carport from blowing away. The sail shades are a perfect idea. Well done!! Thanks for the idea.
Thanks Mike! Whatever works best for you! I ended up installing a metal roof in the part 2 video as I wanted it to be waterproof and more structurally sound. Thanks for watching!
Rock bar and post hole diggers. These are a must for doing that kind of work here in central Texas. The ground isn't just hard, it has rock ledges. Ask anyone that grew up here, I was introduced to these tools as a teenager by my Grandpa.
Rock bar--so there is a name for it! I call mine "my heavy, metal, stabby/prying thing I made from an old axle shaft that helps break up the dirt." I always figured there was probably a name for it.
Good job site management, laying everything out as to limit your trips helped you out tremendously. Its the little things my friend increase efficiency. Nicely done.
What happens when it rains? The rain just falls through? You could have added wood to the middle as a spacer to create a slope for the boards so even if you tarp it the inside stays dry and the rain drains off.
next time put the concrete directly from the bag into the hole...then fill the hole with the hose, mix the concrete with the shovel or other appropriate tool...then level the poles. the quick dry concrete will hold the beams in place for level but you can still brace
Love how this came out! Perfect use of resources & time. Question regarding the fabric being woven through the roof slats, is there any particular reason to do that? I thought that it may have better resistance to high winds but would this become an issue w/ rain water pooling? Thanks in advance for answering this question, great work!
Thanks very much! It was just used temporarily for shade before I put the metal roof on it. The link to that video is pinned at the top of the comments.
Nice build! I'm sure the tenents will appreciate it. Guess you can get away with calling that a carport with just a sun screen on top out there in such a dry place but it needs a actual roof even if only fiberglass panels to be a carport around here where it rains a lot. 😉
This is awesome. I want to build one in front of my garage. But I don’t really know how to get the correct angle on the roof for the rain and snow to drain off 😇👏🏻 Really nice job!
Thanks! Google roofing pitches, generally standard is 4:12 for a house but I did less than half that for metal roof. Meaning the roof is about 1 foot higher at the top across the 14’ span. But we don’t get snow in Arizona.
maybe its because im so old but you can rent a two man post hole digger really cheap, and maybe you just didn't want to do the concrete this way but, you can just dump the dry concrete in the hole and add water. ive got posts in the ground this way that have been there for years. but great video, always glad to see someone doing their own work, we all do things different and it never hurts to share ideas.
Shouldn’t the support beams be mounted on top of the posts rather than bolted to the sides? If the lag bolts shear, break, or rust there is nothing holding up the structure.
In this case it is built correctly. Each lag bolt can support up to 3500lbs. It would likely take a tornado to shear the bolts, they are also zinc coated and should not ever rust. It should be extremely sturdy!
@@taylor.g.deloye - Yeah, I guess I was thinking more like building a deck where the weight of several people and furniture would have to be supported.
Well i was going to Ask how it faired during the monson. But i see You just put this up. I need to get mine up before the 100 deg weather here west phoenix
Informative video thx! Do you know if you have to get permits for Maricopa County for carports ? New to all this, any help on that would be more than what I know 😊
Thank you! Generally you do, but there are some exceptions, like if the structure is less than a certain square footage and has no plumbing/electric work. Additional restrictions if the property is designated as historic. I would call the Planning & Development Dept. at city hall to check!
Is the 2 x 6 serving support 16ft long? I am planning on making a carport similar to your design but using Suntuf Panels on top but are wondering if 16ft 2x6 would work or sag.
It is 14’ feet long, I used 8 total 14’ 2x6’s and there is no sag after 1 year. There are 8 total 4x6 posts in the ground as well. Good luck on your project!
Sorry, but you should never use screws or nails to support the rafters against the side of the support posts. Notch the four-by-four and set the rafter in the notch and then screw the rafters to the posts.
Hey Dennis! Thanks for watching. I chose not to notch the posts because it can cause the tops of the posts to rot prematurely. I definitely would have if I was building a deck which would need to support hundreds or thousand of pounds. In this case I am looking to add a relatively light metal roof to the top and expect it to hold well.
Hey there, i want to go base off plans, I’d like to build one that will fit my lifted 7.5’ or 8’ truck and my corrolla. Will those 4x6 be big enough for my truck to fit or should I get bigger ones. And you think you can maybe a downloadable blueprint or plans for download, as pdf or even as images will be nice for us and your viewers. I also plan on doing aluminum roofing, can’t never go wrong with that
Well the 4x6 posts are 10’ so most likely they will fit your vehicles, but you could always get 12’ posts just to be sure. Sadly I don’t have blueprints on this carport but the design is fairly simply and I have included a materials list in the description. Thanks for watching!
@@taylor.g.deloye oh man I didn’t see that list. Thanks for the list and yeah but I was just double checking because I’m not really sure the size of the truck and don’t want it to be a close fit lol, but your definitely right, I’m better off just getting a taller 4x6, Idont know if they’re going to want me to put a driveway and a slab underneath the carport, im think maybe a 6” slab rather than a 8” just to save them a bit more money on less concrete. But do you think plant the posts first or form and then form and put the concrete right after? Or form and pour then install the 4x6 with post anchors?
@@abiwenwodon8655 This is likely what I will get: www.homedepot.com/p/14-ft-SM-Rib-Galvalume-Steel-29-Gauge-Roof-Siding-Panel-in-Slate-987638/314709090
There are 4 big lag bolts on each beam. Also I added 4 additional 2x6’s in another video before I added the roof. Should stand the test of time no problem!
Nice video! What store did you buy your materials? All of that material seems like it would cost more than that at some places. I need to build an RV carport for a 35 foot fifth wheel camper that has two slides and the height I don't know but assume I need to build as high as 14 foot tall. Don't know what all I need but really would like to know what store you purchased items at to see if that store is near me. Thanks
Thanks! Given that size, you may want to look into a prefabricated RV port, they are made of metal but you still have to anchor them in concrete. I bought all the materials from Home Depot. Let me know if you build it yourself!
@@taylor.g.deloye I've built many buildings and even some sky scrapers in no time at all and by myself and of course this was all did in my dreams but when I awake the materials just too heavy to pick up lol. Your right a prefab sounds like the best way to go just need the funding. Money is always an issue these days priced so high because of the high price of gas/fossil fuels. Once I finished saving will do and thanks for the advice.
Those sun shades didn't last long. Same product as the metal frame carport kits from the hardware store. They all end up shredded and metal PBR panels on the next year after. UV is stronger than people think.thanks for the update we knew was coming.
@Taylor G. Deloye harbor freight is the best for the buck but even then it adds up. At the end you looking at roughly 1k for the whole thing set up and done.
Check your city’s website, it will tell you when a permit is required. Sometimes permits are not required for basic structures like sheds, greenhouses, carports. Good idea to check first, there are often water/gas lines underground too. Thanks!
That's not a carport that's a pergola, add white vinyl lattice on top, that will sturdy it up and provides a little bit more of shade. paint it an exterior semi-gloss white it would look much nicer.
You must've had the wood "planed" (spell check) because whenever I buy wood from the box stores, it's always warped and my projects were always harder than I thought 😂
@@taylor.g.deloye lol over statement but they are 4500 i build one for a client and we needed engineered stamp plans and load calcs and that cost 5400 , you can install with no permits but neighbors may call the city and fine you soooo
I'd be very worried about the wind on this thing... 2 feet is ok for fence posts but putting a roof on this could make it into a giant metal sail. I'd have probably gone 3ft and attached it to an existing structure as well.
Yup that is what happened with the previous carport I took down, I was very thoughtful in this construction. It survived this year’s monsoons, one with 60mph winds, no issues thankfully!
If you have put a mass of concrete on every post that will probably hold it. Roof will just blow off if there's a hurricane. Glad to hear it's standing up to the elements. @@taylor.g.deloye
@@taylor.g.deloye so why you use hexagon screws? no offense. But you can screw the spax screws in directly without pre-drilling. The result was good, but with other screws you can make your work easier and even increase stability
Now I know why this project was so cheap ($600) - you don't hardly any decent roof! When I build my car port, it will be attached (tied in) to the existing 2-car garage and then pitch slightly downward following downward grade of our driveway. And I'll likely use corrupgated zinc-coated steel panels that come in 4 x 8 sheets. You could've saved a lot more money counter sinking your 5 1/2 bolts 1.5 inches and only bough 4-inch bolts. And you could've gone with joist hangers instead of all that bolting. But all-in-all not too shabby a build!
4:31 Did you realize your mistake with this? You didn't actually make it level with the small blue one. All you did was made sure that you taped the tool to the wood level xD
Thankfully there are not hurricanes in Arizona. Generally I’ve found they last 2 years before needing to be replaced. I plan on adding a hard top in the coming months.
@Fred…..me too. When I saw him taking the old carport down with what looked like a bed sheet , I laughed out loud😂. But nothing surprises me coming from the state of Arizona. Most of the yards is either gravel or green carpet. That over lapping on the roof told me all I needed to know about his building skills.
overkill my dude. you could have just built 3 post and attached a high quality sunshade with straps. No need for all that lumbar. Also joist hangers vs drilling 8 inch lag bolts.
I am not a carpenter. Using screws on those beams though! Wow lol you’re asking for trouble. I don’t think screws are designed to hold that kind of weight over a long time. I would perhaps cut a notch on the beams and let the post rest on them. I would also perhaps use galvanized nuts and bolts to hold the post to the beams.
