Considering
An RV Shelter Or Canopy To Protect Your Motorhome ?
Tired
of paying monthly storage fees for your RV? With public storage costs running
$40 - 60 per month, you might want to consider a cost-effective, canopy or portable
garage kit as an alternative. You will be pleasantly surprised how economical
such a solution can be. Not only will you get superior RV protection and security,
a well-chosen shelter will more than pay for itself over the years. In
addition, a 2003 poll by the RV magazine Roaming Times showed that for most motorhome
owners, a canopy or garage kit was the preferred method of storage. Over 80% of
people would like to keep their recreational vehicle next to their house. And
54% said that they would like an RV garage next to their house. With the variety
and quality of storage options available online, these desires can be easily met
by almost anyone who has a little bit of space.
Types
Of RV SheltersRV
Canopies are often the better choice for tight spaces,since they are only
12 ' wide, and provide easier access from the open sides. The lack of side walls
also provides much greater stability in heavy wind areas. However, some have a
side windscreen that adds added protection from sun and wind. Sizes
range up to 40' (L) x 10' to 14' peak height x 12' wide. Heavy-duty pipes are
included, but ground anchors are usually optional, but strongly recommended. RV
Garage Kits include a zippered front door, solid back panel, heavy–duty
frame, uni–body cover. The fabric is rip–stop and fire and UV resistant. Just
as sturdy as an open canopy, enclosed garages provide greater weather protection
and security. But they take up a bit more space as well. You'll
find sizes ranging up to 46' long, 10 - 16' high, and typically 14' wide. The
door opening is about 2' lower that the peak height. As with canopies, ground
anchors are usually optional but recommended.
Shelter Styles
Whether
you prefer an overhead canopy, or fully enclosed garage, there are two variations
to choose from - the dome shape, with rounded roof, and the house style with a
peaked roof. Each has its own features and benefits and both will provide important
protection for your rmotorhome or other recreational vehicle.
Which
style is better ? The two styles are very similar in strength of weight-support
in snow prone areas. However, the house style does have some increased interior
space due to the straight sidewalls. If you plan to shelter two vehicles, a wider
garage necessitates the use of the peaked roof, to allow for useable height at
the sides. RV shelters are a great solution
for your motorhome storage protection needs
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