Carports

Choosing The Perfect Carport

Simpson Carport 3 August 2016 Winner no rego When choosing a shelter for your vehicles, you cannot go past a CPR Outdoor Centre carport. The perfect option for protecting your vehicle, carports differ from garages as they are available both fixed and not fixed, meaning they can be butted up against an outside wall on your house or free standing anywhere on your property if need be.

Carports are functional structures that provide protection for your cars and smaller vehicles. The best carports for Australian conditions are the ones made of metal, usually of aluminium or steel. CPR Outdoor Centre specialise in carports designed, built and maintained to withstand the harshest of Australian conditions and to the highest industry standards.

CPR Outdoor Centre carports boast the following benefits:

Made from the Colorbond Range
Manufactured with Bluescope Steel
Local, Family Owned Business Service

Made from the Colorbond Range

COLOURBOND products are extremely durable, of a superior quality and are very affordable. The COLORBOND range offers a very large variety of colours and finishes to compliment any house façade that you can ‘mix and match’ colours with your gutter, fascia and downpipes made from COLORBOND® steel. Tested in Australian conditions and easy to maintain, the range of thermally efficient light colours and five layer technology can help to keep your carport cooler on hot, sunny days.

Manufactured with Bluescope Steel

Carports need to be secure and strong, so CPR Outdoor Centre use the very best in strength and durability. Manufactured to the highest standards and with a reputation for product quality and supremacy, Bluescope products provide peace of mind for carport designers, builders and owners that their structure will last a lifetime.

Local, Family Owned Business Service

Caravan Port Your satisfaction is our business at CPR Outdoor Centre. As a local business, we strive to gain our customers trust, with our business surviving on reputation and customer service standards. We take the time to meet with you and discuss your needs, resulting in a superior product and a customer that feels they have been a real part of the entire process.

Looking for carports in the South West? Look no further than CPR Outdoor Centre.

CPR Outdoor Centre manufacture different carports focused on different living environments, weather conditions, lengths, colours, heights and sizes. If you require paperwork and council permits, we are happy to arrange these for you with our fully installed carport designs. Call the team today on 9726 2311 Bunbury
or 9754 2657 Busselton for a free quote today.

Looking For A Different Carport Design? Try Gabled!

carport When it comes to carports, many people play it safe and go for the traditional look to accompany their home structure and shelter their vehicle. But did you know you can actually achieve the same look as a gabled patio with your carport? Why not let the design element flow through to the front of your home and add style and value to the façade that people can actually see!

CPR Outdoor Centre Bunbury and CPR Outdoor Centre Busselton can assist with all your design requirements, whether you are looking for a basic carport or a custom built shed or patio. They manufacture to the highest Australian Standards using Bluescope Steel and Colourbond products and offer the highest level of customer service in the South West.

CPR Outdoor Centre know everything there is to know about building gabled carports and can assist with:

Choosing the right location
Council Permits and Regulations
Budget and Costings

Choosing the Right Location

Gable Freestanding Wide Shot, no paving Find a suitable spot to build your carport. It can be either attached to your home or freestanding, but the most important thing is the place should be spacious enough to park your car as well as open doors and boots, remove children/shopping and be able to load larger items into the car. Be sure to take note of power lines and septic tanks so you don’t face any issues when digging the foundations or allowing machinery through.

Consider the weather elements as well. Will the hot setting sun be too harsh on your car? Or will you get soaked running from the free-standing carport to your house when it’s raining? High winds can blow damaging debris onto your vehicle if the side of your carport is open and car seats can get very hot for children and adults if they are exposed to the sun’s full heat in the middle of the day.

Council Permits and Regulations

CPR Outdoor Centre are experienced in understanding Council permits and Shire regulations and can obtain all necessary approvals for you when they manufacture, supply and install your carport. This will not only save you time and stress in chasing up paperwork, but also ensure your structure is compliant with local building regulations.

Budget and Costings

Carport Gable and Flat front Patio A gabled carport not only looks fantastic, it will protect your car from the weather and can add value to your home. When building a gabled carport, your budget should include things such as ground works, size considerations, walls that you may require and your flooring choice. This will also assist you to find the right supplier/company who can offer the best price and give you value for your money.

Who Can Build Me A Gabled Carport For A Great Price?

CPR Outdoor Centre Bunbury and CPR Outdoor Centre Busselton are your local experts in all areas of patio, garage, shed and carport construction. For gabled carports and other designs that will suit your needs, contact CPR Outdoor Centre Bunbury on 08 9726 2311 or CPR Outdoor Centre Busselton on 9754 2657 today!

Mistakes To Avoid When Choosing Your Shed, Garage, Patio or Carport

CPR Patio Making the decision to design, purchase and install a shed, garage, patio or carport is easy, especially when you have the extensive range and competitive prices available at CPR Outdoor Centre Bunbury and CPR Outdoor Centre Busselton. Our superior Bluescope Steel and COLORBOND® products provide peace of mind and value for money and our professional tradesmen and sales team will ensure you choose the right outdoor structure for your needs. There are some common mistakes however that can hinder the process and leave you unsatisfied.

Choosing From A Catalogue
Choosing Cheaper
Not Checking Council Laws First
Consider The Future
Size Matters

Choosing From A Catalogue

Shed Many customers don’t know that they can custom-design their shed, carport, garage or patio to their own specific requirements and personal taste. This can result in people being unsatisfied with certain aspects of their structure for the long term.

Choosing Cheaper

It can be tempting to cut corners in the cost department when it comes to purchasing a shed, carport, patio or garage, but you really need to consider this structure as an extension of your home. As such, it needs to be of superior quality and manufacture standards.

Cheaper options can be sourced online and in DIY packs, however these products rarely meet Australian standards and are made from inferior quality materials. CPR Outdoor Centre Bunbury and CPR Outdoor Centre Busselton offer both installation and DIY services, backed with after sales assistance and product guarantees.

Not Checking Council Laws First

All construction on your residential or industrial property requires council approval and permission. Many customers source second hand structures or internet DIY packs and do not obtain permission or check council regulations first, resulting in the structure being deemed uncompliant and will need to be taken down. This can be stressful and highly expensive.

To avoid this, CPR Outdoor Centre is able to organise all permits, do checks and gain approvals on your behalf.

Consider The Future

Think about what you need and want from your outdoor structure in the future. You may only have two cars now for your carport, but your children will need space for their’s one day. You may decide to convert a garage to a living space or house a boat or caravan in the shed.

Cheaper sheds are fixed and cannot be extended when or if these changes occur. Before deciding on a shed, patio, garage or carport design, consider what you need it for and try and think about your immediate and future needs. Discuss this with your builder when getting quotes and remember size may be governed by your local shire building or planning laws.

Size Matters

Make sure you measure everything you wish to keep in your outdoor structure. You don’t want to be climbing out your car windows because the garage is not wide enough, or not have enough room for your garden equipment, tools, work space and storage in your new shed. Measure and then measure again to ensure you have enough space for your family’s needs.

Who Can Assist Me With A Shed, Carport, Garage or Patio Purchase?

CPR Outdoor Centre Bunbury and CPR Outdoor Centre Busselton are your local experts in all areas of patio, garage, shed and carport construction. They will ensure none of these mistakes are made and are available for all enquiries from start to finish of your job. From design, manufacture, supply and installation, CPR Outdoor Centre Bunbury and CPR Outdoor Centre Busselton will ensure you have a shed, carport, patio or carport to be proud of. Phone CPR Outdoor Centre Bunbury on 0499 800 558 or Busselton on 9754 2657 today.

Why Choose CPR Outdoor Centre for your Carport?

Campervan Port Whether you need a place to store your car, your boat, your trailer or your small caravan, a carport from CPR Outdoor Centre Bunbury or CPR Outdoor Centre in Busselton is your guarantee of quality and style for your home.

Carports are structures that can either be attached to your home or free standing. They are great for sheltering your vehicle from weather conditions and protecting paintwork from debris, tree sap and animal excrement. CPR Outdoor Centre Bunbury and CPR Outdoor Centre Busselton are your go to for every style of carport, from fully supplied and installed to DIY free standing kits.

Local Business with Outstanding Reputation for Service
Quality Materials and Final Product
Range of Styles

Local Business with Outstanding Reputation for Service

Boat Cover CPR Outdoor Centre Bunbury and CPR Outdoor Centre Busselton have been servicing the South West with quality carports, garages, patios and sheds for over 15 years. We assist with all aspects of the process; from design and manufacture, to supply, paperwork, install and after sales service. We are proud to welcome repeat clientele on a regular basis and maintain our reputation for superior products and premium service throughout the South West.

Quality Materials and Final Product

We use only high quality Bluescope steel, welded to the highest standards in the industry ensuring strength and longevity, and Colorbond powder coats to guarantee a superior finish. The building process is highly monitored, and we communicate with our clients openly to ensure everyone is informed as to the progress of your carport install. We strive to provide the best in customer service as well as the finished product, resulting in a functional and aesthetically pleasing carport that compliments your home.

Range of Styles

carport CPR Outdoor Centre Bunbury and CPR Outdoor Centre Busselton boast a large range of styles, colours, finishes and designs for you to select from when it comes to making the decisions about your new carport. Our extensive selection ensures you will create the perfect carport for your home.

Why Choose CPR Outdoor Centre for your Carport?

For a carport designed and built to meet your individual needs, CPR Outdoor Centre Bunbury and CPR Outdoor Centre Busselton are your proven choice for outstanding service, quality materials and style selection. Call into our displays at 67 Halifax Drive, Bunbury or 30 Barlee St, Busselton to inspect the strength, quality and designs available today, or call 9726 2311 (Bunbury) or 9754 2657 (Busselton) for your free quote.

Who Can Build Me A Carport In Busselton?

Raised Flat Roof Carport Attached Is your car looking a little lost outside in the weather? Do you need to build one of your most valuable and significant investments its own little house to keep in out of the heat and the chill? Or do you have teenagers with cars? Farm equipment or just extra vehicles that need a roof over their heads? Newer homes built these days typically have carports or garages included in the structure, however if you live in an older home or have space for a free standing carport to house extra vehicles, a carport from CPR Busselton has a range of carports for you to choose from.

What is a Free Standing Carport? And why should I buy one?

As its name suggests, a free standing carport stands independently from your home or any other structure. This allows flexibility in design options and affordable installation methods. You can protect your car, tractor, boat, ride-on mower from sun and hail damage and keep the paintwork pristine, sheltering from tree sap, bird droppings, tree twigs and leaves and general debris that can fly around and hit your vehicle.

The choice to purchase and install a carport is easy when the benefits they present are endless.

Enhance the appearance of your home
Add value to your property
Large range of styles to suit all requirements
Shelter in any weather
Can be installed anywhere on your property (within shire boundaries or building regulation envelope, check your area first)
Can be adapted for other purposes; ie entertainment areas, storage spaces.

Whatever your vehicle sheltering requirements, CPR Busselton has the carport to suit all needs, including simple, open roof design to a completely enclosed structure.

Who Can Build Me A Carport In Busselton?

CPR Outdoor Centre is located in Busselton and covers most areas of the South West, including Vasse, Dunsborough, Margaret River and Augusta. CPR Outdoor Centre can build you a carport, patio, garage or shed that will suit your needs perfectly. Call CPR Outdoor Centre on 9754 2657 for a free onsite quote.

DIY Air Plant Hanger

Does your patio look bare? Do you want to add something that will make it appear more welcoming? Why not add some plants? Adding a few planter on your patio is like having a breathe of fresh air – literally plus it will make your patio inviting, especially on hot days!

However, wouldn’t it be nicer if you use a planter with your own touch? Like an air plant hanger perhaps? Yes, that would look awesome! Here’s a DIY air plant hanger from DIY Network – so simple you can do it in half a day!
So, what will you need to do this cute, gorgeous plant hanger? Here are the materials you will need.

Materials:

Oven
Baking sheet
Biscuit cutter (7.62 cm)
Premo! Sculpey Oven-Bake Clay
Clay texturing sheet (optional)
Nylon cord

Prepared all the needed materials? Here’s the instructions.

Instructions:

1. Condition the Clay. Start out by ripping off enough clay from your block to make a shape that can be cut into a 7.62 cm circle with your biscuit cutter and be 0.25 cm thick. Condition the clay by rolling it either in between your hands or on top of a clean work surface. When the clay feels very pliable, it’s ready to be shaped.

2. Roll Out the Clay. Next, roll out your clay into a large oval shape using a small rolling pin. Make sure to measure your shape and see that’s it 0.25 cm thick.

3. Add Texture. If you like, trying adding some texture to the top of your saucer with a clay texturing sheet. Press the plastic sheet into your clay and slowly roll your rolling pin over the top a few times. Remove the sheet.

4. Cut the Clay. Place your biscuit cutter on top of your rolled-out clay and cut out your circle shape. Remove the clay from the cutter. Using your stylus tool or a chopstick, create four holes in the saucer to act as threading points for the nylon cord. Thinking of a clock, position the holes at 12-3-6-9. When the holes have been made place your saucer on a foil-lined baking sheet and place into the over, per the manufacturer’s directions. Remove from the oven once completely baked and let cool.

5. Add Nylon Cord. It’s time to add the nylon cord to your saucer. Their colors are very vibrant and when tied together the cord creates a strong knot.

6. Determine Hanging Length. Look around your house – where would you like to display your plant? Once you’ve determined that, measure how long your cord needs to be to achieve your desired hanging length. Double that amount for each piece so that you can string the cord through the hanging holes and tie it all together.

7. Knot Cords Together. Pull all of your cords up and gather together. Tie a simple knot with enough of a loop to act as a hanging point. Your saucer is ready for a plant! Place your air plant in the saucer. Use the cords to help position the plant and keep it in place. It should rest easily on top of the saucer for you to admire.

There you go! Your simple DIY plant hanger is now up and ready to be admired! No fancy container to show off your plants – just a simple DIY hanger to let the attention be focused on the plant itself. If you feel the same way, why not make this DIY plant hanger? You’ll congratulate yourself later, that’s a promise!

Does your patio needs more than just some patio decor? Whether you need a patio upgrade or install from scratch, contact CPR Outdoor Centre for all your needs. We can give you a free quote on your patio, even do a free onsite inspection. Ring us today and let’s discuss the design of your new patio!

Everything you need to know about DIY carports

DIY carports are perfect for you:

Do you need a carport to protect your vehicles and keep them out of the rain
Handy for extra space when having a party
Great to store bikes or a small cupboard for garden tools.

Having DIY carports might seems like a daunting task, but you’d be surprised at how simple and easy they to install if you have the time and skills.

What are DIY carports?

DIY carports stand for Do-It-Yourself carports. They are carports that come in kits so you can put them together on your own or with the help of one or two other people. They are also a project that can be installed quickly (full kits have all the components you need). Your new carport can be generally be built over a weekend or during a couple of days you have off from work.

What makes DIY carports a good choice?

The beauty of installing DIY carports is that comes as a kit is that it contains everything that you could possibly need which includes:

Structural support such as beams, post and trusses
Roofing sheets cut according to your needs
Galvanized bolts, screws and other fixing that you might need
Decorative elements that you have ordered
A step by step instructions that will guide you when installing your own DIY carport

DIY carports are extremely cost effective because

You don’t have to pay for the installation process.
You can have the kit as a standard sizes or you customized to your exact requirements.
You don’t have to buy specialized tools as basic tools will be enough to help you installing your own carport.

DIY kit can be delivered right to your home. This is great because you don’t have to worry about how you will get your new carport kit home.

What is NOT included in a DIY Carport Kit is:

Site or ground works, clearing the area for your new carport
Flooring, eg concrete slab or brick pavers
Council or Shire Building permit

You must apply for a building permit and abide by your local government rules when building a new carport even if it is from a DIY Carport Kit.

CPR Outdoor Centre can supply you with a full DIY kit from out standard range or customized to your exact requirement or if you would prefer we can handle everything including the building permit with a fully installed carport. Come and have a chat with CPR Outdoor in Bunbury and Busselton to discuss your needs or fill in our quote form.

What other purposes can you do with your carport?

Lovely carport by CPR Outdoor Centre Do you have plans on installing a carport?

Great – it’s a great alternative for a garage. A carport gives your car some protection, but it doesn’t require much money compared to installing a garage. A carport can either be a free standing or attached to a wall and does not have 4 walls like that of a garage.

A carport is a covered structure used to offer protection to vehicles – primarily from the heat of the sun and the harsh rain. It is much safer to keep your car in a carport rather than leaving it outside your house or in the street.

Do you need a planning permission for your carport?

If you are planning on having a carport beside your home, you need planning permission so check with your local shire or council.If you hire a carport builder they will take care of everything – from planning down to installing your carport.

What other purposes can you do with your carport?

You already know about how a carport can keep your cars protected. So, what more can you do with your carport? Apart from storing your car, your carport can serve as a great place for hosting a party,keeping the mess outside is a brilliant idea. You get an instantly covered venue for your next get together and the unlimited outside view makes it even more perfect. You can also store your unused things in there instead of keeping them inside your home.

In general, a carport can offer you more storage space in case you need it. So why not install a call CPR Outdoor about ordering your new carport today?

By installing a new carport you will get 3 functional spaces in 1 Lovely carport by CPR Outdoor Centre

a secured place for your car
a perfect party venue
extra storage space.

Do you want to install a carport today? Contact CPR Outdoor Centre in Bunbury or Busselton for all your carport needs. We offer installation services that include carports, patios and garages. Ring us today for a free quote!

Where is the best location for my carport?

Free standing Patio - hip roof Worried about your car’s protection – especially at night? If you don’t have a garage yet, chances are, you park your car along the street at night. However, this exposes your car to a lot of risks – theft, vandalism to name just a few. If you want to keep your car protected yet, don’t have enough budget to build a garage, install a carport.

Carports offers protection

A carport functions pretty much like a garage as it provides protection for your car, but they differ in structure. While a garage is a closed structure with walls like that of a room, a carport doesn’t have walls but has a roof overhead. It can protect your car against heavy rain, too much sunlight and other weather elements which might cause damage.

Don’t worry about theft and vandalism because a carport, despite having no walls, is usually erected right beside your home. So it is more secure rather than leaving your car out in the street. It also means that your carport is inside your fence. Therefore, anyone caught inside your carport can be up for trespassing.

So, with this in mind, you start to wonder where you can position your carport. Where should you build it? Right or left? Is it fine to build it behind your house?

Where is the best location for carport?

The answer to your question may vary from one homeowner to another. You can build your carport anywhere you like just as long as you make sure that the area is level and flat. The surface should be conducive enough to build a structure that requires a smooth surface such as your carport.

Need to build a carport?

For all your carport needs, contact CPR Outdoor Centre in Bunbury at 08 9726 2311 and Busselton at 08 9754 2657.

We offer installation services that include patios, garages and carports. Ring us today; we can give you a free measure and quote. The earlier you call, the earlier you can start enjoying your carport. Give yourself peace of mind and give us a call now!

Can a carport be enclosed into a garage later?

Lovely carport by CPR
Need a place to store your car? Install a carport.

Yes, a carport can easily be transformed into a garage. It is far more affordable than building one from scratch. It will offer your car the protection that it needs and will also be less expensive. If you’re in need of a garage installation but you don’t have the budget – then a carport is a perfect solution for you.

Is a carport a good alternative?

Yes, it is. You may think that a carport offers less than what a garage can offer, but you are wrong. When properly installed, a carport can protect your car from outside elements such as extreme weather conditions and theft.

Will a carport repel theft?

A carport might not be enclosed like a garage but with proper features, you can still deter possible intruders – especially at night. You can install proper lighting on your carport. A well lit carport will help to repel the possible threat of potential thieves. Lighting is a great deterrent as criminals don’t like to be seen. You could also install an alarm on your carport. You see, despite not having walls, your carport can still protect your car against theft.

Can a carport be enclosed into a garage later?

The best thing about installing a carport is that when the time comes to add an enclosure – there’s no problem. A carport can be enclosed and turned it into a garage at any time you want. You can make certain additions to your carport after it has been installed. However, be sure you chat with your carport/garage builder first to know the legalities and if there are council requirements necessary for the enclosure.

Should you need help with your garage, carport or patio installation, contact CPR Outdoor Centre. We can deal with all the requirements, help with the design and do the installation for you. Ring us today on 9726 2311 for CPR Bunbury or 9754 2651 for CPR Busselton for an obligation free quote.