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How to Build a PorchIf you have basic carpentry skills and want to know how to build a porch (or a screened porch), you've come to the right place for some great tips.
Guides to How to Build a PorchOur "How to Build a Porch" guides show you the basic steps, and give you important factors and tips you need for building your porch. Note: Because every home and porch are different, it's not possible to cover every situation.To do it right, you should first have a good understanding of building codes and the building permit process - you came to the right place! Click on pictures to go to each section
If you are hesitant about consulting with your codes department please read this before proceeding!
Building permits not only protect you but can also save you money.
In addition, check your local subdivision covenants to ensure your remain in compliance. Our Front Porch Ideas Generator - eBook
Are you planning to build or remodel your front porch this year?
Before you get too far, please check out our 140-page eBook of before and after porch design ideas. Dave and I don't want you to say "Oh, I wish I would have known that" --- after your porch is built. That's no fun. Our eBook is instantly downloadable and features 10 homes that undergo amazing face lifts with a new porch. Before you spend a lot, invest just $9.97 risk free in our picture-rich eBook and get some wonderful ideas for your porch - before you break ground. How to Build a Porch in a Minute - VideoOur son and daughter-in-love's porch was recently torn down and rebuilt. Here's a video that Dave put together showing you the process from beginning to end - in just over a minute!Here you can see some more before and after pictures of their porch. Their "before" porch was about 4 ft. by 42 ft. and is now 9 ft. by 42 ft. That extra 5 ft. makes all the difference. It's a fantastic investment in their home and their family. The kids love playing on the porch.
Before and after photos
It doesn't have to be just the front porch; a back or side porch works well also.
Any type of porch is a wonderful investment in your home.
Who hasn't thought of converting a porch into a screen porch, 3 season porch, four season porch, or even a room addition? I know we have and never regretted making the conversion. If You Plan to Hire a ContractorWe have some excellent insider tips on how to choose a contractor of integrity, including getting a solid contractor estimate for your porch project. Watch our videos. Skills Required for Building a PorchBasic carpentry skills Screening your porch is a relatively easy and inexpensive DIY project that can be accomplished by anyone with basic carpentry skills. You'll need to either build or purchase screen frames and screen materials. In either case, we will walk you through the process. Basic to intermediate carpentry skills Converting a porch to a three season porch is not much harder depending on the quality and style of porch you want. There are lots of “tricks of the trade” you can use to minimize costs yet produce a quality and stylish porch. If converting your porch to a screened porch or 3-season room are beyond your DIY capabilities or if you rather pay someone else (it’s not a weekend project), there is no shame in that!
The good news is that contractor costs are minimized if you already have part of the infrastructure in place (such as a floor or roof). Intermediate to professional level skills Converting a porch into an actual room addition, however, may require professional level skills as there may be structural and electrical issues.
However, if you have the skills and are willing to pull permits with your local building codes department, it can be a rewarding project and it will add space to your home.
Knowing how to build a porch is priceless!
Considerations for Porch ConversionsBefore you draw your plan consider the following:
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