Carports: Aluminum v. Steel
Steel Patios And Carports
When it comes to carports, your choice really comes down to aluminum or steel. Of course, there are pros and cons for each, but when it comes to Oklahoma’s unique mixture of weather, Titan Building Company believes steel is the best choice. Let’s take a look at each option to explain why.
Steel
Pros
✓ Steel is cheaper than aluminum.
✓ Steel is strong. It is much less likely to bend or warp in high winds or storms.
✓ Detached carports aren’t covered by homeowner’s insurance, and steel carports attached to your house won’t damage it in high winds.
✓ Steel has tremendous weight-bearing ability, so it’s perfect under heavy snowfalls.
Aluminum
Pros
✓ Aluminum is flexible and easy to work with.
✓ It is ⅓ the weight of steel.
Cons
✗ Because of its flexibility, aluminum bends under Oklahoma winds
✗ Because it is lighter and softer, aluminum is more prone to dents, dings, and scratches.
Following a devasting tornado, this steel patio cover built by Titan Building Co. still stands.
The Titan Choice
The ability to withstand the constant assault by everyday winds in Oklahoma, not to mention the more substantial winds that come along with storm season, means steel is the proven choice for carports and patios in Oklahoma.
Titan has been building carports and patios for Oklahomans for over 50 years, and we are confident that steel is the right choice for our customers.
Titan can install attached or detached carports in any setting.
Contact us today to get started on your next project!