Choosing the correct overhang and roofing for your porch can boost your home’s curb appeal as well as shield you from the elements. The porch overhang should be at least 12 inches long but can vary based on your area’s climate. Today we’ll be looking at 15 porch overhang and roof ideas to help you […]
(click image for full size) These construction details show the structural connections between porch beam, post, and pier/footing. I developed these for a new house in Mendenhall, MS in 2010. Durin…
Framing, Flooring and Sub-Flooring - Porch overhang - I'm getting ready to put a overhang on my front porch. It isn't very big at about 6' X 6'. My question is, what kind of a pitch should I use for it? I just don't want it to look too big or too small. I believe my house now has about a 4/12 pitch. It's just a basic