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Explorer

Mar 20, 2015

Metal RV Shelter or carport in Minnesota?

I have searched the web for a metal RV shelter and found lots of companies from other parts of the country that build metal RV Shelters. But, I would really like to have someone local do it - And can't find anyone. Maybe i am using the wrong search terms or the national places just use pay-per-click so the smaller places don't show in searches. Who knows?

I already have a barn, it is too small for the trailer, but I don't need another barn

I want to build a simple metal carport style shelter for my trailer. 12Hx12Wx36L. Only need one full side and the roof since ot will be near my barn.

Does anyone know of a local / Minnesota installer for these? Or, anyone have luck with the national guys and can throw a referral?

I've looked into Carolina Carports, but they don't install here. Alan's Factory Outlet sounds good, but i can't find any unbiased reviews.

Any help will be appreciated.

23 Replies

gheicher
Explorer
Mar 20, 2015
Have purchased two metal shelters from carports.com. One for a patio cover and the other for RVs. I have been pleased with price, quality and service with both units. The RV shelter is 18' X 21' X 8', however, I installed sides myself with material from local metal roofing/siding shop.
bbells
Explorer
Mar 20, 2015
I've checked them out and their material prices are sometimes twice as high as the installed prices I find on the web. I was going to build a wood one - But the materials alone were $3000. I checked the metal ones at HD and Menards and they were about in the same price frame. The specs seem the same as the national places, so I can't figure out why they are asking so much more $. Although, I will probably end up doing either that or gambling with one of the national outfits if I don't find a lot of reviews on any particular supplier.
handye9
Explorer II
Mar 20, 2015
Check with local Home Depot, Lowes, or Menards, to see if they have any subcontractors who install what they sell.