Can You Move a Carport

Depending on the size of your carport, it may not be feasible to move it safely as one unit. In addition, even if you can manage to move it with the help of some friends, you will still need to be careful not to damage it along the way.

How do you lift a carport?

You can start by renting some farm jacks, and use them to gradually lift your carport off the ground. Make sure that the structure is stable, and then build a knee wall that will become the foundation of your new, taller carport.

How heavy is a carport?

A carport can weigh up to over 2,000 lbs, however most land between 700 and 1000 lbs. Metal carports will land on the lighter end because of their efficiency in distributing weight. Wood carports, on the other hand, tend to be heavier because of the solid nature of the material.