Once you have completed the structure of your car port it is well worth spending time considering what type of lighting to opt for.
Lighting your car port is highly beneficial for two main reasons:-
Firstly to help you make your way safely back to your home without tripping or stumbling, and secondly it helps to deter intruders or burglars.
In addition though, it is useful to have a good lighting system in place if you like to work on projects outside or if you like eating alfresco or love to entertain guests.
Obviously the first consideration has to be the safety aspect especially if your car port is not attached to your house. Detached car ports will probably require at least some work done by a qualified electrician. This is because he/ she will need to check the grounding, safety features and electrical outlets / sockets etc which will ensure that the car port is both electrically and structurally safe..
If, however, t the car port is attached or close to your house, then it may be possible to just adapt your existing lighting system. This may not be as simple as it first sounds though – for instance you can risk tripping over loose wires or cables, so these need to be well secured to avoid potential accidents occurring involving children, adults or pets.
Probably the best option is to invest in solar car port lights as these do not use electricity as they are powered by the sun so you will save money in the long run. Initially, of course, this will add to the overall cost of the car port, but for the investment and overall peace of mind it is well worth considering.
Most car port solar light systems are basic but don’t forget that come the holiday season or for those special occasions you can always top up with solar fairy lights 
Jan 23, 2012 @ 15:29:32
Solar panels are unreliable and need to be maintained properly. In addition you need to ensure that there aren’t enough trees around the solar panel because then your solar won’t be able to charge the battery.
Jan 25, 2012 @ 13:46:48
just had a car port made but nothing like you guys produce. Looks great value and very professional.
Jan 28, 2012 @ 22:42:12
Do the carports rust?
Feb 06, 2012 @ 08:08:49
Unfortunately yes. So you have o be realy careful if you want your carpots to serve you for a long time. And speaking about solar panels – they might be unreliable but they are green which is a big plus for them.
Feb 01, 2012 @ 14:48:54
If I may add, Chris, having the proper lighting to your carport can also increase security at home. I think this would be an excellent idea, plus a really unique way to entertain guests. And I also liked that suggestion about the solar fairy lights during the holidays.
Feb 03, 2012 @ 14:42:30
Ok not my cup of tea looks wise, but I can certainly see the longevity of the solar powered lights on the carport… Alfresco indeed!
Feb 03, 2012 @ 23:40:44
I don’t think the car ports ever rust or am I wrong?
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Feb 06, 2012 @ 12:04:03
My parking space is illuminated 24 of 24 just to deter intruders. Great article!
Feb 07, 2012 @ 16:15:35
I think solar lights are a wonderful, eco-friendly alternative to using electricity for a structure you probably don’t have to light that frequently. Great article.
Feb 08, 2012 @ 23:02:27
Pleased to find your post for having just moved to new place and started rebuilding, including the carpot. I’ve got inspired with this solar lights, think about…
Feb 14, 2012 @ 10:31:07
To the commenter saying solar panels are unrealiable, unless your area has low volume of sunny days then you wouldnt get it in the first place, apart from that solar has been around for 30 years or more, its realiable, unless your buying rubbish. just be aware that it meets your regions electrical regulations, has no lead or other nasty stuff.
Fraser
Feb 24, 2012 @ 09:31:02
I like the solar lights suggestion. It will definitely save electricity and money and is also good for the environment. Lighting is very important for the car port since we usually come home late at night already.
Feb 27, 2012 @ 00:03:11
Solar power is a renewable resource. This means that we are not in danger of depleting its reserves. Though it may disappear behind clouds momentarily and is unavailable at night, it generally returns in full force.
Mar 03, 2012 @ 00:46:12
If your carport is enclosed, most any standard lighting fixture should work fine. Open carports, however are subject to moisture conditions, particularly in rainy, snowy or humid coastal climates.
Mar 09, 2012 @ 22:48:15
There are many garage lighting options that are available in the market today. Based on factors like durability and cost, you can buy the best suited light fixture for your garage.
Mar 15, 2012 @ 21:34:47
The Solar Centurion is perfect for your carport or wherever security lighting is required at night – even at remote locations. The Solar Centurion comes on automatically. The light stays on as long as someone is in the detection area and begins recharging itself with the start of the new day.
Apr 21, 2012 @ 20:05:38
I would use a solar powered light if I was to build a carport again. I would also make sure to put a motion sensor on it for the theft factor. My last house had a carport and I installed one of these after my car got broken into. Never got broken into again.