Foundation & technology
Carport foundation: point footings, frost depth and cost
Why the foundation is on your side, which type suits which site, how deep to found frost-free and what it roughly costs.
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Guide / Prices & costs
What does a carport cost in Austria? Real prices instead of “price on request”
Most suppliers hide their prices behind enquiry forms. We do it differently: here are our actual selling prices as the manufacturer — plus everything that honestly belongs with them: installation, the foundation and the costs nobody likes to talk about.
ALC Metalltechnik GmbH — Master metalworking business · As at 08/2026 · Updated on
In brief: A hot-dip galvanised steel carport rated for
250 kg/m² snow load costs from 5,490 €
including VAT directly from us as the manufacturer, depending on size.
For the full picture add: installation if you want it (a base price per
size plus a distance zone), the foundation on your side and small items
such as a gutter. Every figure below is a real selling price, not a
teaser.
Carport prices from the manufacturer: our price list
These prices apply to the standard specification ex works Völkermarkt — including fixing material and a sheet-metal parapet on three sides, trapezoidal roof sheet with anti-condensation fleece and polyester coating:
| Model | Dimensions | Roof area | Price incl. VAT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single carport | 5.60 × 3.36 m | approx. 18.8 m² | 5,490.00 € |
| Double carport | 5.60 × 6.15 m | approx. 34.4 m² | 8,570.00 € |
| Carport 3 parking spaces | 5.60 × 8.92 m | approx. 50.0 m² | 11,540.00 € |
All prices are gross prices including 20 % Austrian VAT. Production time approx. 4 weeks. Gutter and downpipe, foundation and any municipal fees are not included.
Options and surcharges
Our surcharges are fixed and simply add up — no configurator tricks:
| Option | Single carport | Double carport | Carport 3 parking spaces |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground sockets for a concealed fixing | + 880.00 € | + 1,210.00 € | + 1,320.00 € |
| Side panel at the back | + 400.00 € | + 790.00 € | + 1,190.00 € |
| Side panel at the side | + 1,190.00 € | + 1,190.00 € | + 1,190.00 € |
| Side panels at the back and at the side | + 1,580.00 € | + 1,980.00 € | + 2,380.00 € |
Surcharges gross including 20 % VAT.
Ground sockets (Einschubhülsen) give a concealed fixing in the foundation, side panels protect against driving rain and drifting snow — both can be selected with a live price on the product page.
Installation cost: base price plus distance zone
Installation is carried out by our own team — no subcontractors. The installation price consists of a base price per carport size (2,750.00 € / 3,410.00 € / 3,850.00 € incl. VAT) and a fixed zone surcharge according to the driving distance from our works in Völkermarkt:
| Zone | Driving distance from our works | Surcharge |
|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | up to 50 km | included |
| Zone 2 | up to 100 km | + 150.00 € |
| Zone 3 | up to 150 km | + 300.00 € |
| Zone 4 | up to 200 km | + 450.00 € |
| Zone 5 | up to 250 km | + 700.00 € |
| Zone 6 | up to 300 km | + 1,200.00 € |
| Zone 7 | up to 350 km | + 1,700.00 € |
Beyond 350 km of driving distance we install only by individual arrangement — the carport can always be delivered, though. Whether your address lies within the installation area takes seconds to check with the postcode lookup on the installation page. Example: installing a double carport in Zone 2 = 3,410.00 € + 150.00 € = 3,560.00 € incl. VAT — exactly as it is shown in the shopping cart.
The foundation: the item on your side
Every carport needs frost-proof point footings (or a strip foundation) built on your side — by you or a regional construction company. The cost depends heavily on the ground, access and region; as a rough, non-binding guide from experience: around 1,500 to 3,500 €. Only a quotation on site is binding; for that we supply exact foundation plans with the position and dimensions of every footing. If you do some of the work yourself, this item shrinks considerably — details in the foundation guide.
Worked example: a double carport fully costed
This is what an honest total looks like — for a double carport in Zone 1 (up to 50 km from our works, travel included), without extra options:
| Double carport (standard specification) | 8,570.00 € |
|---|---|
| Installation by our team, Zone 1 | 3,410.00 € |
| Subtotal (our services, incl. VAT) | 11,980.00 € |
| Foundation on your side (non-binding guide value) | approx. 1,500–3,500 € |
Depending on the foundation work, the whole project in this example therefore comes to roughly 13,480 to 15,480 €. With your own work on the foundation you land at the lower end. For comparison: a DIY-store kit looks cheaper at first — but usually carries only a fraction of the snow load and comes without installation, parapet or any structural reserve for your region.
Steel, aluminium or timber: what pays off over 20 years?
| Criterion | Steel (hot-dip galvanised) | Aluminium | Timber |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purchase price | medium | rather high | low to medium |
| Load capacity / snow load | very high (250 kg/m² readily achievable) | limited, larger profiles needed | good, needs heavy sections |
| Maintenance | practically none (galvanising) | practically none | stain or paint every few years |
| Service life | several decades | several decades | strongly depends on care |
| Typical for | Alpine locations, longevity | design projects, low snow load | classic look, DIY |
In short: timber wins on the entry price but loses over the years through upkeep; aluminium is light and rust-free but needs heavier (and dearer) profiles for Alpine snow loads. Hot-dip galvanised steel combines high load reserves with maintenance-free corrosion protection — which is why we build with nothing else. Why snow load is the decisive criterion is explained in the snow load guide.
Hidden costs: what to keep in mind
- Foundation — the biggest side item, see above.
- Building notification or permit — the municipal fees are usually modest; for sizes that need a permit, the submission plan by an authorised planner comes on top. Which procedure applies in your province is explained in the guide to carport planning permission in Austria.
- Gutter and downpipe — deliberately not part of the package (not everyone wants one); available as an accessory on request.
- Earthworks and access — on sloping or hard-to-reach plots a short preliminary chat saves surprises on installation day.
- Delivery without installation — charged by distance zone or country and shown transparently in the shopping cart before you order.
Please note: All product and installation prices are
our current selling prices including 20 % VAT (as at 08/2026).
Third-party items such as the foundation or municipal fees are
non-binding guide values without guarantee — binding are the quotations
of the respective providers and your municipality's fee schedule.
Frequently asked questions about carport costs
How much does a carport cost in Austria?
As the manufacturer, ALC Metalltechnik sells hot-dip galvanised steel carports rated for 250 kg/m² snow load at fixed list prices including Austrian VAT, from a single carport for one car up to a carport for three. The current prices are in the table on this page and on the product pages; options, delivery and installation are added as you choose them.
What does carport installation cost?
Installation by our own team has a fixed base price per carport size plus a fixed zone surcharge for the driving distance from our works in Völkermarkt, charged once per order. Up to 50 km the travel is included; beyond that the zones in the table on this page apply, up to the limit of our installation area.
Which additional costs should I budget for?
On your side: the foundation, any municipal fees for the building notification or permit and, if you want one, a gutter with downpipe, which is not part of the scope of delivery. Fixing material and the sheet-metal parapet on three sides are already included.
What does the foundation for a carport cost?
That depends heavily on the ground, access and region. As a rough, non-binding guide from experience: around 1,500 to 3,500 euros for point or strip footings built by a regional construction company. Only a quotation on site is binding; we provide the foundation plans for it.
Is a timber carport cheaper than a steel carport?
Sometimes at purchase, rarely over its lifetime: timber needs regular staining or painting and, for the same dimensions, has lower load reserves. Hot-dip galvanised steel goes for decades without any coating maintenance.
Are the prices shown final prices?
All prices are gross prices including 20 % Austrian VAT. For delivery without installation, shipping is charged by distance zone and shown before you order; in the configurator you see the total price before you buy.
Sources & legal basis
- Our current price list: carports & prices (IhrCarport.eu)
- RIS — consolidated federal law, incl. the VAT Act (UStG) (Federal Chancellery)
- RIS — consolidated state law of the Austrian provinces (Federal Chancellery)
External sources retrieved on 23 Aug 2026. Laws each in the consolidated version of the Austrian Legal Information System (RIS), standards via Austrian Standards. Information without guarantee.
Further reading
Related guides
Structural safety
Carport snow load: why 250 kg/m² is no luxury in the Alps
What snow load means, how Austria calculates it site by site under ÖNORM B 1991-1-3 and why imported carports fail in Alpine winters.
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The big decision
Carport or garage? The honest comparison
Cost, planning permission, ventilation, corrosion protection and value retention compared — and when each solution really pays off.
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