Single Carports South Africa: a single carport covers one vehicle. The right size depends on the vehicle, how you get in and out, and what else shares the driveway.
- Measure your vehicle with mirrors out and doors open.
- Dimensions vary between installers, so compare actual sizes.
Send your vehicle and site sizes once and compare quotes.
Get Single Carport QuotesCommonly Offered Sizes
| Size | Notes |
|---|---|
| About 2.5 m x 5 m | Compact; tight for opening doors on both sides |
| About 2.8 m x 5.5 m | Common shadeport size |
| About 3 m x 5 m | Common for standard cars |
| About 3 m x 6 m | Room for longer cars, SUVs and bakkies |
These are typical sizes listed in published South African price guides. They are not standard sizes, and many installers build to any size.
Clearance and Access
- Width. Allow space beside each door you open, plus room to walk past with shopping.
- Length. Add space at the front or back if you walk around the vehicle or need the gate to close.
- Height. Check roof racks, roof boxes and bakkie canopies against the lowest beam, not the roof edge.
- Posts. Keep them clear of the swing of car doors and the driveway gate.
Layouts
| Layout | Best for |
|---|---|
| Freestanding, four posts | Open driveways |
| Wall-mounted lean-to | Next to the house or a boundary wall; fewer posts |
| Cantilever | Narrow driveways where front posts block doors |
Single Carport Prices
| Single carport | Ballpark installed price |
|---|---|
| Shade net shadeport | R4,500 - R10,500 |
| Wall-mounted, IBR roof | R6,500 - R10,500 |
| Freestanding steel, IBR roof | R8,000 - R22,500 |
| Aluminium | R11,000 - R14,500 |
| Timber | R7,000 - R17,500 |
Ballpark figures, not quotations. Ranges compiled from price guides published by South African carport and building-cost websites, checked 14 October 2026 and rounded. They are not our prices and no contractor is bound by them. Ranges cover the structure, roof and installation for a single bay. Slabs, approvals and coastal coatings are usually extra. The sources mostly do not say whether VAT is included, so confirm VAT on every quote.
Sources:
- Pronet Shadeports, carport price guides for Johannesburg and Pretoria (updated April and September 2026)
- Handyman Pretoria, South Africa carport price list (November 2025)
- The Handyman Johannesburg, shadeport price list (updated February 2026)
- KB Carports, Cape Town carport prices (2026 rates)
For other materials and extras see carport prices. Need space for two? See double carports.
Compare single carport quotes on Car Ports Installers South Africa, or start with the carport overview.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size is a single carport?
Commonly offered sizes run from about 2.5 m x 5 m to 3 m x 6 m. A wider carport is easier for opening doors, and a longer one suits SUVs and bakkies.
How high should a single carport be?
High enough for your tallest vehicle with any roof rack or canopy, measured to the lowest beam. Tell installers the vehicle height when you request quotes.
Can a single carport be fixed to my house wall?
Yes, as a wall-mounted lean-to, if the wall can take the load. It saves two posts and often costs less.
Do I need approval for a single carport?
A single carport is usually well under 40 m², so it normally counts as minor building work. Most municipalities still want an application before you build.
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