Building An Attached Carport

Beginning at one of the plumb line marks measure 3 feet out from the building on the string and mark this with a felt tip pen.

Building an attached carport. You can use vinyl metal or wood that is easy to use. Cutting the top of the posts. Use temporary braces to lock the posts into place until you build the structure for the attached carport. Building the roof for the carport is the next step of the outdoor project.

Measure 4 feet along the building wall and mark this measurement as well. Level the surface and let the concrete dry out for a few days. The next step is to install the ledger. In most cases you won t be able to have the top of the posts level from the very beginning.

Attach the 1 6 trim to the ends of the rafters in order to build a carport with a neat appearance. To make an attached carport to the house choose quality building materials. That is the main support of the carport to the building. This is when you attach your carport to the building.

This is a very critical stage. The ledger of size 2 6 should be attached and secured to the building using lag screws. Make sure the carport is laid out square with the existing building. Align the edges with great care and secure the trim to the rafters by using 1 1 2 finishing nails.

This connection of the house with the ledger is an essential one. Building a carport without a permit is illegal in many areas of the country. Step 1 check with your local government for required permits.