Garages and carports

It depends on your needs. A garage offers an enclosed, lockable space that provides both security and extra storage for tools, bicycles, or a motorbike. A carport, on the other hand, is open-sided with a roof, giving cost-effective shelter from rain, sun, and other weather conditions while still keeping your vehicle accessible. Palmako offers both options, allowing you to choose the solution that best fits your property and lifestyle.

In many cases, Palmako garden garages and carports fall under permitted development, especially if they are under 2.5m in height and located more than 2m from the property boundary. However, if you are in a Conservation Area or National Park, or your building exceeds height restrictions, you may need planning permission. As rules vary across the UK, always check with your local planning authority before installation.

Palmako uses only the highest quality materials. Our garages are crafted from slow-grown Nordic spruce with precision-cut interlocking logs and sturdy, solid walls. Foundation beams are pressure-treated for durability, and models come with either a traditional wooden gate or a modern sectional garage door. Each package includes roof boards, windows, and doors, offering a secure and long-lasting outbuilding for your property.

Yes, Palmako carports and log garages are designed as DIY projects. Each kit arrives flat-packed with all necessary fixings and clear instructions. You’ll need at least two people, basic tools, and a firm, level concrete base or paving slab foundation. Many customers choose to build their garage or carport themselves, but if you prefer, Palmako also offers an optional installation service to have your building professionally erected.

While a carport provides excellent shelter from the elements, it does not offer the same level of security or enclosed storage space as a garage. Items left under a carport remain visible and more exposed to weather conditions. For customers who want added protection for vehicles and equipment, Palmako’s timber garages may be the better choice.

Palmako carports are built from slow-grown Nordic spruce with pressure-treated foundation beams for durability. With proper timber treatment and maintenance every few years, they can last for decades, even in challenging UK weather conditions.

Most Palmako garages and carports are delivered within 6 weeks, while items in the Express Delivery range can arrive in as little as 2–3 weeks (subject to order confirmation). Delivery is free to most of mainland UK, with a £150 surcharge for certain remote postcodes.

Yes. All Palmako carports and garages are designed for DIY construction. Each kit arrives flat-packed with everything included for assembly. With basic tools and at least two people, most customers successfully install their building on a level concrete base. For those who prefer, Palmako offers a professional installation service. 

The foundation beams are pressure-treated as standard to protect against damp and insects. The walls and logs are supplied untreated, unless you choose the optional factory dip treatment, which coats every surface, including notches and grooves,  before the timber is exposed to moisture. If you order untreated, it’s important to apply a suitable timber treatment shortly after construction and retreat every few years to ensure your garage or carport lasts for decades.

In addition to housing your car, a Palmako garage provides valuable extra storage space. Many customers use the extra room to safely store a lawn mower, gardening tools, or bicycles. The enclosed design with lockable doors keeps your items secure and protected from the elements.