Boxed-eave carport in a residential setting
Driveway parking and light-duty covered workspace
Boxed-Eave RoofOpen coverage
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Sierra Series · Peaked Roof, Horizontal Panels
Boxed-eave carports that look like part of the house.
A peaked roofline with finished boxed eaves, for driveways where looks matter. 14-gauge framing is standard; a 12-gauge upgrade is available.
- Delivery & install included
- Same-day quotes, most days
- Weed to Bakersfield
See the space change.
One real before-and-after view makes the footprint and finished covered space easier to picture. This is a representative horizontal a-frame project transformation.
BeforeOpen site
The footprint before the structure is installed.
After installationCovered space
The finished structure using the same footprint.
Installed projects
See boxed-eave coverage
Real project photos show the peaked roof line, horizontal panels, and residential-scale coverage.
Boxed-eave roof carport example
Residential driveway and workshop coverage
Boxed-Eave RoofOpen coverage
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Boxed-eave carport with side header
Open vehicle coverage with a defined access edge
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The residential boxed-eave profile
A-frame horizontal carports add a peaked, boxed-eave roofline for a more residential appearance while keeping horizontal panels. It is a visual step up from standard without automatically moving to a vertical roof system.
- More residential appearance
- Peaked boxed-eave profile
- Horizontal panel orientation
- Compare vertical for longer or exposed sites
What makes a boxed-eave roof different
A boxed-eave roof has a peak in the middle, like a house roof, and the roof overhangs the sides with a squared-off, finished edge. That boxed edge is what makes it look built-in instead of like a rounded utility cover.
The roof panels still run front to back, the same direction as a regular roof. So it drains the same way: fine for most driveway carports, but on long covers or under trees a vertical roof sheds leaves and water better.
Pick this roof when looks matter, like a carport right next to the house, a street-facing driveway, or a neighborhood with an HOA, and the cover isn't extra long.
Pick this roof when
- The carport sits next to the house or faces the street
- You want a roofline that matches a home or shop
- HOA or neighborhood appearance matters
- A short to mid-length cover
- Roof shape
- A-frame peak with horizontal roof panels running front-to-back and finished boxed eaves.
- Panel direction
- Horizontal: panels run front to back along the length
- Framing
- 14-gauge standard · 12-gauge heavy-duty upgrade available
- Popular sizes
- 10 × 20 × 6 · 15 × 18 × 8 · 18 × 20 × 8
- Example price from
- $2,702 for a saved example; your quote depends on size, site, and options
Start with what you need to protect
Measure the widest vehicle or equipment first, then add clearance for doors, mirrors, walkways, turning access, and future use.
- Residential vehicles
- Trailers and boats
- Rural storage
Compare more example builds
These are planning examples. Final pricing varies by location, size, roof style, gauge, permits, site conditions, and selected options.
Open Carport
15' x 18' x 8'
Example price
$3,165
Sierra Series · Horizontal · 14-Gauge · Open sides
Inspect this build| Building example | What this build shows | Example price |
|---|---|---|
| Open Carport15' x 18' x 8'A 15x18 A-frame horizontal roof carport example with open sides and ends for compact everyday coverage. | Sierra SeriesHorizontal14-GaugeOpen sides | $3,165 Inspect build |
A clear starting package
- Delivery and professional installation are included in the quoted price for an installation-ready site.
- Peaked boxed-eave profile with horizontal roof panels
- 14-gauge framing options with heavier framing available when appropriate
- Multiple sizes, colors, anchors, and enclosure options available
- Financing and warranty details confirmed under the selected manufacturer terms
Building where it snows? Snow areas are priced per address, and a vertical roof is often the better fit. See how snow pricing works
The details that affect your project
Still comparing options?
Send us the vehicle or equipment dimensions, ZIP code, and surface. We can point you toward a practical starting size.
Ask for a recommendationWhat is a horizontal A-frame carport?
It is a boxed-eave carport with a peaked, more residential roofline and panels that run horizontally. It sits between the rounded standard roof and the vertical roof in appearance and use.
How is it different from a standard roof?
A standard roof uses a rounded profile. A horizontal A-frame adds a peaked boxed-eave shape for a more residential look while keeping horizontal panels.
When should I compare a vertical roof?
Compare vertical when its panel direction, appearance, runoff planning, or debris-management features fit the project and quoted cost. Confirm span limits against the product specification.
Can it cover an RV, boat, or trailer?
Yes, when the width, leg height, turning access, and roof clearance are planned around the actual vehicle or trailer. Include AC units, antennas, mirrors, hitches, and loading space in the request.
Do I need a permit?
Permit requirements vary across Northern California by city or county, structure size, placement, foundation, enclosure, wind or snow loads, intended use, and HOA rules. Confirm the local requirements with the applicable building department before ordering or installation. The customer is responsible for permit applications, permit fees, zoning and setback confirmation, and coordinating required inspections with the applicable city or county. Engineering is conditional, not included with every building. If a city, county, HOA, or inspector requests it, Norcal Carports may coordinate available engineering information or a quote from an outside engineering firm.
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Send the size, installation ZIP code, surface, and site conditions. We will review the project details and confirm the next step.