Are you thinking about replacing your roof? After the recent hail storms around Des Moines and Omaha you may need to. While needing a roof installation due to hail damage can be stressful it can also be an opportunity to upgrade your home’s curb appeal and usable outdoor space. A roof replacement is an excellent time to complete other major roofing projects, such as extending the roof over a deck to construct a roof covered porch. Homes all over Iowa and Nebraska look polished with the addition of a roof covered front porch, such a classic midwestern style.
Replacing a roof is a major home improvement project that doesn’t often come around more than a decade. If you have a back deck or a front porch that you have wanted to be covered with your roof, planning this for during a roof installation is the right time.
For this type of roof extension you will want to work with a Des Moines roofing company that has experience with these types of projects. At AGR Roofing & Construction our roofing project managers walk you through the entire process and take care of all the planning and building/ roofing permits needed.
Roof covered porch for curb appeal
A covered front porch instantly improves the entire home’s curb appeal. Even without decorating a front porch with a couple of rocking chairs, roof covered porches look manicured and enhance any home’s curb appeal.
This also serves as a lovely sitting area or gathering spot for friends and neighbors. It also provides protection from rain, sleet, snow, and the hot sun. And keep packages dry and yourself out of weather while you enter your home.
A porch on the back or side of a house can larger and more elaborate, there is no worry about the structure minimizing your home from the street view. These roof covered back decks are full-fledged living spaces that can be configured for three- or four-season use and can have TV’s and kitchens.
A roof replacement is a big project
Roofing installations and deck extensions are major home improvement projects that require a lot of planning and city or county permitting. The structural integrity of the house must be inspected, plans must be drawn up, and permits must be obtained depending on how big you want the roof extension to be, you may need to work with an architect. Our roofing project managers can advise you on that.
Your primary planning concern as a homeowner should be consulting with a professional local roofing company on the best products and design for your roof extension. Everything else should be handled by an experienced Des Moines roofing company.
The house’s integrity will still need to be inspected by an experienced roofing building manager.
Furthermore, the roofing company you hire may be required to repair, rehabilitate, or add to the existing roof.
Roofing a porch or deck
Roofers who know what they’re doing will find that building a roof over a deck is a simple project. However, there is a lengthy procedure to be followed. It entails obtaining permits and passing inspections.
Things to consider about your roof extension:
- Style of your home, what size and style roof extension will look best
- How you will use the newly roofed outdoor space
- Budget and timing
- Property value/ curb appeal
There are a few points where things can become delayed, complicated, or involved. The roofer who inspects your home may discover problems that require repair or reinforcement. If the house is a bungalow or ranch-style, the roofer may need to construct an additional A-frame structure to which the deck roof will be attached.
The deck roof structure is built after the roof extension has been planned and approved. The ledger board is attached to the house and serves as a support for the rafters. The roofers will remove some siding before screwing the ledger board into the roof studs. Following that, support beams are installed. The beams can be built on-site or lifted into place.
The rafters are then installed, followed by the sub-fascia, decking, felt, shingles, and framing wrap. This is what many people envision when they think of roofing work. It should go pretty quickly.
Local inspectors will need to approve the framing and veneer after the porch roof is built. Everything should go smoothly if you hired a qualified and experienced Des Moines roofing company.
After the roof inspections are completed, the roofer will complete the roofing project’s finishing touches before you can enjoy your newly roofed outdoor space.
For replacements or additions, always hire a reputable, experienced roofing professional. Find someone with structural experience and a long history of doing more than just shingling.
Time to talk about your roof installation
A roofed deck or porch is a beautiful way to extend your outdoor living space, increase curb appeal, and increase the value of your home. Extending your roof over an existing porch or deck during a roof replacement is the most efficient way to do this roofing project.
AGR Roofing & Construction has over 20 years of experience in completing projects like this in your area as trusted roofers throughout Nebraska and Iowa. We have experience with any type of roofing project you will need.
