Category Archives: Portable Garage

Converted Garages and Carports in Costa Mesa, Calif.

May 12, 2011 – 8:27 pm

As garages are converted into living areas and cars placed under carports, make sure you follow all local zoning laws.

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East Texas Storm Blows Over Carport

April 26, 2011 – 2:02 pm

Carports and other portable shelters are strong enough to handle extreme weather, but in some cases, storms with winds over 100 mph can blow over a carport.

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Portable Garage for a Hudson, NH, Resident Violates Zoning: What This Means for You

April 5, 2011 – 1:52 pm

Always be up to date on the zoning for your portable garage, as this story from Nashua, NH, indicates.

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Prepare with Emergency Kit, Tarps for Earthquakes

March 29, 2011 – 1:57 pm

When preparing for an emergency, such as an earthquake, have an emergency kit, which should include food, tarps, and a disaster shelter.

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Cleaning Off Roofs: Homes, Carports, and Other Portable Buildings

February 22, 2011 – 3:03 pm

Roofs on buildings and carports can cave or collapse from too much accumulation. Here are some tips for cleaning off your portable shelter in winter.

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Caring for Your Carport in Winter

February 15, 2011 – 3:08 pm

Your carport protects your vehicle in winter, but you need to still take care of your portable shelter, including cleaning off any snow and ice.

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Local Recreational Vehicle Ordinance Sees Boats and RVs Differently

February 4, 2011 – 3:05 pm

In one Florida town, boats and RVs, and the portable shelters for storing them, have different ordinances, which confuse residents.

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Options for Using Tarps in Winter

January 14, 2011 – 6:30 pm

Tarps are useful in winter for protecting a vehicle or other investments. Here are some options for using them.

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Canadian Senior Argues Carports Would Assist the Elderly in the Snow

January 13, 2011 – 3:12 pm

Canadian town Kirkland has a ban on temporary carports, but a senior in the community wants this overturned.

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Choosing Canopies: Which Shelter is Right for Your Investment?

December 20, 2010 – 1:58 pm

Canopies, made of a steel frame and polyethylene tarp, can cover several types of investments. Which one fits your needs best?

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