Need a sheltered space for your vehicle that’s practical, cost-effective, and stylish? Our timber carports are the ideal solution — combining handcrafted quality with flexible design, whether you're looking for a single bay or a multi-vehicle structure.
Timber carports are a great alternative to traditional garages. They offer covered protection from the elements while remaining open, airy and less visually imposing — perfect if space is limited or you're looking to preserve views and light.
Benefits include:
Every Olson timber carport is made to order. Whether you need a single-bay structure or a spacious multi-bay carport, we’ll design it to match your property and lifestyle.
Popular layouts include:
With solid support posts and our signature, handmade curved bracing cut from either treated FSC certified treated softwood or timeless oak, an Olson carport is built to look great for many years to come - combining classic form with durable function.
We offer two framing options:
Visually appealing, a carport offers a cost-effective solution to keeping your vehicles protected from the elements all year round. Built to last, we guarantee the workmanship on all our timber buildings for 5 years.
Choose from a range of roof styles to match your property:
Yes, a solid foundation is essential for the structural integrity of a timber carport , we can provide base plans and recommend professional contractors to complete the groundwork or our own groundworks team may cover your area. Your carport will either require a full concrete base or concrete pads under each of the support posts.
We provide a five-year workmanship guarantee on all our timber buildings, reflecting our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. This guarantee covers the construction and assembly of your carport, providing peace of mind for years to come.
Absolutely. Our timber carports are bespoke and can be tailored to your specific requirements:
We use two primary types of timber for our carports:
Both options are FSC-certified, ensuring sustainability and quality.
Yes, a well-designed and professionally installed timber carport can enhance your property's appeal and functionality, potentially increasing its market value. It provides additional covered parking space and can be a desirable feature for prospective buyers.
Our timber carports are built using:
Timber carports offer several benefits:
We offer a variety of roofing options to match your aesthetic and functional preferences:
Absolutely. Our timber carports are constructed using high-quality, pressure-treated softwood or oak, both of which are known for their durability and resistance to various weather conditions. The pressure treatment process enhances the wood's resistance to rot, decay, and insect infestation, ensuring longevity.
Yes, our timber carports are available in various sizes to accommodate multiple vehicles:
Custom configurations are also available to suit your specific needs and we’ve built carports for 20+ vehicles.
In many cases, timber carports fall under permitted development rights and do not require planning permission. However, certain conditions must be met:
We recommend consulting your local planning authority or a planning consultant to confirm your specific situation.
Installation is always included, unless you choose a DIY option. Delivery is free within much of the South East and Home Counties such as Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Kent, Surrey and Sussex and whilst we deliver and install nationwide, we calculate the delivery cost based upon your location. We would be happy to let you know how much delivery is, just get in touch.
Yes, we cover the whole of the UK and deliver and install our range of timber buildings nationwide.
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