Looking for Carport Builders in South Brisbane

GinaF · Jun 13, 2025 10:09 pm

Hey group,
We’ve just moved into a new place in Rochedale and need to get a carport installed out the front. Ideally something that matches the house and has a modern look.

Has anyone worked with a good carport building company recently? Would love a builder who’s easy to deal with and gets the job done well.

Cheers!

Sandra R · Jul 03, 2025 3:39 pm

GinaF

Hey group,
We’ve just moved into a new place in Rochedale and need to get a carport installed out the front. Ideally something that matches the house and has a modern look.

Has anyone worked with a good carport building company recently? Would love a builder who’s easy to deal with and gets the job done well.

Cheers!

Congrats on the new place! For the carport, I’d definitely suggest giving Smart Carport Brisbane a call. They’ve been great to work with and the end result looked clean and modern.

Their number is 07 3130 0110 if you want to get in touch.

Rondamartini90 · Jul 14, 2025 12:05 am

Hey Gina and others following this thread 👋

We’re also in South Brisbane (just over in Eight Mile Plains) and recently looked into building a modern carport at the front of our home. After doing a bit of research and reaching out to a few companies, we ended up getting quotes from four local carport builders. Thought I’d share the names and contact numbers here in case it helps anyone else in the same boat:

🔨 Smart Carports Brisbane – 07 3130 0110
🔨 Pro Carports Brisbane – 07 3555 7919
🔨 Altec Patios & Carports – 07 3568 9162
🔨 NO1 Carports Brisbane – 07 3555 7910

All four were easy to deal with, offered free site inspections, and provided custom design options depending on roof style, materials, and whether we wanted something attached or freestanding. Some even offered help with council approvals and engineering. Mind you Altec did put us on hold for a few minutes, however they were polite.

If you're after something that really suits the look of your home, especially with a modern or architectural finish, it’s worth comparing quotes and seeing examples of their past builds. I found most were happy to share photos or even drive past builds locally.

Hope this helps someone here!

FourntwentyPiesLuva · Jul 14, 2025 8:30 pm

Hi Gina and the group,
Just wanted to jump back in and share a few extra tips that might help anyone comparing carport builders in South Brisbane right now. Especially if you’re building for the first time or juggling design ideas.

Here are the question list I made last night.

Are you quotes free?
Inclusions – Do you handle Council approvals for us?
Will you include Site prep and slab (if needed)?
Do you handle everything in the build? Roofing, guttering, and downpipes.
Do you use Australian made products?
Material options – Find out the pros/cons of Colorbond steel vs timber structures, and what matches your home’s exterior better (especially for modern façades).
What are your Lead times? Some builders are booked 4–8 weeks out. Good to know upfront if you're on a tight timeline.
How long is your Warranty? I think most offer 10–15 year structural warranties. Double-check what's covered (materials vs workmanship).
Are you licensed and insured? – Make sure they’re QBCC licensed and fully insured. You can look them up here: https://www.qbcc.qld.gov.au

Some properties (especially in Rochedale and other newer estates) fall under Character, Small Lot, or Building Envelope overlays, which can change where and how your carport can be built.

Hope this gives others here a bit more confidence in choosing the right builder. Feel free to DM if you want to see a pic of ours once it's done.

Cheers!
Anita

NotJohnHoward · Jul 17, 2025 6:52 pm

Hey everyone, Thought I’d jump in too as we recently finished a carport project here in Sunnybank Hills and I know how overwhelming it can feel at first!

In addition to the companies already mentioned (Smart Carports did come highly recommended when I was researching too), here are a few extra thoughts that might help others currently planning:

1. Consider the Orientation + Shade
If your carport is going to face west (like ours), think about incorporating shade screening or insulated roofing to help with the late arvo sun. We went with insulated Colorbond panels and it made a huge difference on heat control, especially in summer.

2. Ask for a Visual Mock-Up
Some builders offer 3D mockups or even basic render previews. It really helped us visualise how the carport would flow with the rest of the house façade. Worth asking!

3. Custom vs Kit Builds
We compared a custom build vs a kit-style install. The custom option was pricier but gave us more flexibility with roof pitch, fascia alignment, and finishes. If your house has modern lines or a unique roof angle, it’s worth considering.

4. Extra Builder Tip:
We ended up going with NO1 Carports Brisbane (07 3555 7910). Not only were they competitively priced, but they also handled all the council paperwork and made sure it complied with local overlays (we're in a small-lot precinct). Build time was 3 days start to finish - that was after the foundation was poured.

Let me know if anyone wants before/after pics or a breakdown of our quote. Happy to share!

Cheers and good luck to all planning their projects!

Gracely · Jul 21, 2025 7:44 pm

GinaF

Hey group,
We’ve just moved into a new place in Rochedale and need to get a carport installed out the front. Ideally something that matches the house and has a modern look.

Has anyone worked with a good carport building company recently? Would love a builder who’s easy to deal with and gets the job done well.

Cheers!

One thing I’ve noticed with carport builds around here is that having a builder who handles council approvals can really take a load off. Some leave that bit to the homeowner and it turns into a bit of a headache.

Curious to see what options people suggest. I’m thinking about something similar down the line!

Giana Bretz · Jul 22, 2025 6:20 pm

We’re in Toowong and just went through this a couple months back. Ended up using No1 Carports Brisbane and they were solid. We got a double carport with a flat roof, steel frame and Colorbond to match the house. Pretty modern look, blends in well. Cost us around $7,800. Jake (the guy we dealt with) gave us a few tips to keep the cost down. Like changing the size a bit so we didn’t need custom beams, and using locally sourced materials.