Custom Garaports

Common use cases for Garaports

People build garaports for specific reasons, usually because they need both secure enclosed storage and accessible covered space without building two separate structures.

Two-vehicle households with different security needs: Families lock the primary vehicle and valuables in the enclosed garage while parking a second car in the open carport. The setup provides security where it's needed most while keeping daily-use vehicles easily accessible.

Workshop with covered parking: Tradies and hobbyists use the enclosed section as a workshop with tools and equipment secured inside, while the carport side parks work vehicles or provides covered space for projects that need weather protection but benefit from ventilation and natural light.

Recreational vehicle storage: People store a daily car in the garage and park a boat, camper trailer, or caravan under the carport. The open side accommodates larger recreational vehicles that don't fit in standard garages, while the enclosed section protects the primary vehicle and stores related gear.

Home business operations: People running businesses from home use the garaport to separate business and personal storage. Park commercial vehicles or store inventory in one section, keep personal vehicles in the other, all under one roof with appropriate security for valuable business equipment.

Outdoor activity base: Property owners who camp, fish, or engage in outdoor activities use the enclosed garage for secure storage of camping gear, fishing equipment, or sports gear, while the carport provides covered workspace for cleaning, maintaining, or preparing equipment between trips.

Rural property vehicle storage: Farm owners use garaports to protect a primary vehicle in the enclosed section while parking tractors, ATVs, or farm equipment under the carport. The hybrid design suits rural properties where you need security for personal vehicles alongside accessible storage for machinery.

Covered entertaining and parking: Some people use the enclosed section for vehicle storage and the carport side as a sheltered outdoor area for entertaining, BBQs, or patios. The covered space protects outdoor activities from weather while maintaining airflow and connection to the yard.

The versatile solution of a garaport means you can adapt how you use each section over time without structural changes. What starts as two parking spaces can evolve into workshop and parking, or storage and entertaining space, as your needs develop.

Common sizes for Garaports

Garaports come in dimensions that suit your property and how you'll split space between enclosed garage and open carport. Certain size combinations are more common because they balance both functions effectively.

6m × 6m (equal split): This size gives you approximately 3 metres of enclosed garage and 3 metres of open carport, suitable for parking two standard vehicles with one under full protection and one under open cover. The compact footprint works well on smaller properties.

9m × 6m (extended depth): The extra length provides room for longer vehicles or creates storage space behind parked vehicles in either section. This configuration suits properties where you need depth for utes, vans, or equipment storage.

8m × 6m or 9m × 6m (custom split): You can divide the width however you want—a wider enclosed section with narrower carport, or vice versa, depending on what you're storing. Some people prefer a 4m garage with 2m carport, others want a 4m carport with 2m enclosed section.

Custom dimensions: If standard sizes don't fit your property or requirements, we'll build to your exact specifications. Your Fair Dinkum Builds representative will work through what size garage and carport sections you need, taking into account property boundaries and any council restrictions. For a detailed breakdown of how garage dimensions work, our garage dimensions and sizes guide explains clearances and layout options.

Where we can build your garaport

Fair Dinkum Builds operates across Australia through local teams who understand regional requirements. This includes engineering for your area, navigating local council processes, and building to the National Construction Code and Australian Standards.

We construct garaports in metro and regional areas, on residential blocks and rural properties. The process remains consistent regardless of location: you work with a local representative who manages everything from initial design and planning through to final installation.

The structure is custom designed and engineered to suit your specific weather conditions and site requirements. Your local Fair Dinkum Builds team handles the structural calculations and ensures the design meets safety and compliance standards, so you don't need to research technical information yourself.

Contact us with your property location and we'll connect you with the right team to progress your project.