Dazed moose tests carport’s strength
Imagine the following scenario: you wake up one night to a loud ‘thud’ or perhaps loud, menacing groans from a disgruntled animal. What is your initial reaction? Many people would quickly disappear into a canopy of blankets and pillows – and perhaps rightly so, but a man in Canada recently whipped out his cell phone to document a truly bizarre occurrence.
According to outdoorhub.com, a British Columbian man was shocked to discover that a large moose had somehow ascended to the roof of his car port. On this particular night, the unassuming owner was exiting his vehicle when he heard the monstrous mammal straddling his car port like a mountain goat.
The news report said there was no indication as to why or how the animal had made a perch upon the metal structure, but we at carport.com believe this is a true testament to the strength of steel and quality engineering. Could you imagine what would have happened if this animal had tried to climb atop a wooden carport? This unassuming motorist would have likely met his untimely demise once the moose came crashing down through the roof of the inferior carport. Even if the motorist were inside at the time of this hypothetical catastrophe, his car would have sustained damages on the verge of it being considered total, and the poor animal would’ve likely not survived the fall.
An old battle: wood vs metal
While these freak events are highly unusual, it does serve as a reminder in the value of proper planning and protection. Aside from sustaining unexpected high load capacities, a metal carport, such as the one offered at carport.com, has many advantages over its dated wooden rival. Wooden carports are more susceptible to fires and a plethora or creepy crawly insect infestations.
Customize your metal carport experience
Our carports come in a variety of customizable sizes to fit your budget and other accessories to complement your personalized taste. Some owners find that a single carport is enough in protecting their vehicle, while others may choose the double or triple carport option for the extra room. Aside from protecting cars and recreational vehicles, our carports also make ideal workshops and even play areas for children during hot summer days. You can even choose to close off the sides of the carport for sun and weather protection. Click our “Build A Carport” option to see the many options available for your purchasing experience. If you are still unsure, check out this beautiful two-car carport as a good example.
Financing options available
Don’t let pricing scare you. We have financing options available, as you could even rent-to-own your personalized car. We also offer free delivery and installation on level surfaces. It’s very important that you enter the correct zip code on the custom build option to ensure that we deliver in your area.