Carports
Protect cars, trucks, boats, equipment, and everyday investments with a structure sized around how you actually use the space.
Plan this structure
5.0 rating · 59 Google reviewsBuilt for what
Built for what
you protect.
Carports, garages, RV covers, barns, storage buildings and more—helping Alabama property owners get clearer about the structure they need before they buy.
Local dealer in Lanett Cotton State Barns dealer No credit card to request a quote No purchase commitment
Choose your pathStart where you are.
You do not have to browse the whole site. Pick the fastest path for what you need right now.
I know what I needJump straight to the project planner and send your dimensions.Help me chooseStart with what you need the structure to do—not construction terminology.I need to measureSee the three measurements that make the first conversation more useful.I want to talkCall the local team directly if you would rather skip the online planner.
Find your fitMore than a roof.
More than a roof.
The right space for the job.
Start with what you need to protect, store, or build around. Then think about clearance, access, surface, and how the space may need to serve you later.
Garages & Workshops
Enclosed storage and work space with room for vehicles, tools, hobbies, and future expansion.
Plan this structureRV & Tall Covers
Extra vertical clearance for RVs, campers, trailers, boats, and taller equipment.
Plan this structureBarns & Storage Buildings
Practical structures for property, farm, storage, and utility needs—with Cotton State Barns options available.
Plan this structureNot sure what to ask for?
Start with what the structure needs to do.
Choose the closest goal. We’ll carry that choice into the quote builder so you do not have to translate your need into construction terminology.
Before you call
Three measurements make the conversation better.
You do not need construction drawings. Rough dimensions and a few site details are enough to start a more productive conversation.
Estimate the width and length of the space you want the structure to occupy.
Measure the tallest vehicle, RV, boat, equipment, or door clearance you need.
Note whether the planned location is concrete, asphalt, gravel, dirt, or something else.
Helpful: Take a few photos of the planned location so you can describe slope, access, and nearby obstacles more easily.
Verified manufacturer lineup
Start with a structure style, then make it yours.
Southern Carports & More of Alabama is listed in the Cotton State Barns dealer network. These examples come from Cotton State Barns’ current catalog; exact availability, specifications, pricing, delivery, and eligibility should be confirmed for your project.
Barn
Classic barn profile with double wood doors on most widths.
View manufacturer catalogLofted Barn
Extra loft storage with taller wall height and multiple size options.
View manufacturer catalogGarage
Roll-up garage door, walk-in door, window, and reinforced floor framing.
View manufacturer catalogLofted Garage
Garage configuration with additional loft storage.
View manufacturer catalogPioneer Cabin
Full-length porch, walk-in door, multiple windows, and taller walls.
View manufacturer catalogAnimal Shelter
Shelter format with pressure-treated kickboards; tack-room options available.
View manufacturer catalogKnow who confirms what
A clearer path from browsing to buying.
Responsibilities can vary by product and written agreement. These are practical checkpoints to clarify before committing—not guarantees about every transaction.
Use the local team to discuss your intended use, dimensions, available options, current pricing information, order questions, and the next step for the specific project.
- Clarify the structure you are considering
- Confirm current dealer-provided information
- Identify questions that still need manufacturer or site confirmation
Catalog styles, technical specifications, option availability, manufacturer programs, and product-specific warranty terms should be confirmed against current manufacturer information.
- Current model/specification details
- Available manufacturer options
- Manufacturer warranty/program terms
Unless a written agreement says otherwise, confirm property restrictions and local requirements that apply to your site before relying on general website information.
- Permits, setbacks, HOA/property rules
- Utility clearance and site access
- Site preparation and surface suitability
Design inspiration
Space that works as hard as you do.
These are illustrative concept images—not photographs of completed Southern Carports projects. Use them for ideas, then visit Facebook for current business updates and ask the team about recent installations.
Customer confidence5.0
59 Google reviews shown on the current dealer listing.
Before you compare prices, compare the buying experience.
A structure is a significant purchase. Clear answers, a reachable local contact, and confidence in what you’re ordering matter just as much as a number on a quote.
Local contact information Physical dealer location Public review history Quote details you can keep
Before you commit
Six things worth confirming in writing.
The best buying experience is not just a low number. It is shared clarity about exactly what you are buying, what the site needs, and what happens next.
Model or style, dimensions, roof and wall configuration, doors, windows, colors, and selected options.
What is included, what is not included, payment terms, and whether any site-specific charges could still apply.
Surface, access, slope, clearance, anchors or foundation expectations, and who is responsible for preparation.
Expected process, current timing information, access requirements, and what could change the schedule.
Who checks local requirements and which approvals, setbacks, or site rules may apply to your property.
Who to call if a detail changes, you have a question, or something needs attention after the order.
This checklist is buyer education—not a statement that every item is included in every product or transaction.Prepare your project
60-second quote prep
Tell us what you’re trying to build.
No pressure. This organizes the details that make the first conversation faster and more useful.
Quote readiness33%
To make this more useful, add:approximate size · 5-digit ZIP · site surface · project timing
01 Choose the project02 Add dimensions & site03 Submit, save, text, or call
Project plannerCarport
Main goalProtect vehiclesChange goal
Your draft is usable—and can be stronger.Carport · Protect vehicles · size not set · ZIP not set · Not sure · Just researching · TextMissing: approximate size, 5-digit ZIP, site surface, project timing
What happens next
A simpler first conversation.
Send your project type, dimensions, ZIP, surface, timing, and notes.
Use the conversation to narrow structure type, configuration, and current options.
Verify availability, service area, site requirements, and next steps directly with the dealer.
Answers before the call
Questions, answered.
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Come see us
Southern Carports & More of Alabama
804 Veterans Memorial Pkwy, Lanett, AL 36863
Tue–Fri9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM–2:00 PM
Sun–MonClosed
Have a measurement, photo, or question?
(334) 630-1116Call before you drive if you need to confirm product availability or service area.Prepare before you callNot ready for a formal quote?
Availability, specifications, delivery eligibility, financing, and final pricing must be confirmed directly.Start with a rough idea. Exact specifications can come later.
A useful first conversation can begin with the structure type, approximate size, ZIP code, site surface, and timing. The quote planner is designed to help you organize that information without pretending it is a final price.