This DIY Project TRANSFORMED my Home's Curb Appeal (How to Build a Gable Porch Roof + Free Plans!)

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Building this gable porch roof addition on my fixer-upper home completely transformed the CURB APPEAL of my House! Although it did get me in a little bit of trouble with my City..
When I bought this fixer upper home a few years ago, the curb appeal was TERRIBLE. So I did the obvious improvements like power washing the exterior, painting the house, replacing the windows and front door, etc. I even poured a new concrete stair landing and entry sidewalk! However, the house still was very unimpressive from a curb appeal standpoint.
As a result, I decided to tackle the ultimate curb appeal project: The Gable Porch Roof Overhang addition!
Adding a gable porch roof to your existing house is a MAJOR home improvement project. I spent days just planning the whole project and modeling the porch roof in Sketchup. But after getting it designed, I ordered all of the materials and it was GO TIME.
First, I built a new stair landing using Rapid Set's 24/6 Concrete mix which is going to serve as the foundation for my gable porch roof support columns. After that, I removed portions of my home's existing gutters, asphalt shingles, and roof decking so that I could access the front wall of my home.
Next, I attached the post anchors to the concrete foundation and cut my 6"x6" vertical support columns to size. After attaching them to the post anchors, I installed the gable porch joists (which were 2"x6" boards) and anchored them to my existing home using hurricane ties.
Next, we mounted our ridge board for the gable and cut our 2"x6" common rafters to size. I have super detailed information on all of the gable porch roof framing within my EBOOK linked above!
After attaching the common rafters using a framing nailer, I installed the valley plate (also know as a "sleeper") on my existing house. The Valley plate will serve as a solid base for the jack rafters that we will cut and install next.
To cut the jack rafters, you will first need to match the pitch of your gable where the jack rafter meets the ridge. For the bottom of the jack rafter, however, you will need to cut it at mitered angle on your circular saw so that it rests flush with the valley plate. In other words, you need to adjust the miter angle on your miter saw so that it matches the pitch of your homes roof. Again, refer to the EBOOK for more info on cutting the jack rafters.
Once all of the jack rafters were attached to the valley plate and ridge board using a framing nailer, I decked the gable porch roof with 4'x8' sheets of plywood.
Once the gable porch was framed and decked, I installed PVC fascia boards on the sides and the front of the gable.
Although I was tempted to install asphalt shingles on the gable porch roof addition myself, my entire roof needed to be replaced. For that reason, I decided to just hire a contractor to install new shingles and gutters on my entire house. It was expensive, but it saved me a whole lot of time.
At this point, I turned my attention to the underside of the gable and I installed tongue and groove boards (as a soffit) to give the entire project a more professional look. I stained the lumber a "light walnut" color using Defy Wood Stain. Use code ATIMPROVEMENTS at this link to get 10% off: defywoodstain....
Finally, I installed a stone veneer post wrap around the vertical support columns.
And at this point, the Gable Porch Roof Overhang project is complete!
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[@theL81Again]

1) IF the city called, then a neighbor with their scabby house turned you into the city hoping you didn’t have a permit. Get your permits and piss off the busy bodies who need to get a job/life. 2) Curb appeal complaints. Kinda want to see the haters’ houses. There are obvious improvements: new concrete driveway apron, new concrete walkway, cleaned up steps with new railing that looks more secure than the last one and planter boxes on either side of the porch. Keep chugging along!

[@USSInternet]

Since it was 3 months later. I don't think it was a neighbor. My bet is the county assessor's office turned him in. One thing they do is look for permits for improvements to help jack up the taxes. Since he had a major upgrade on the look of the house they tried to pull a permit on the work done to get a value of work done.

[@human47134]

Bro. you should ALWAYS look into permits before doing ANY construction on your property. That's just common homeowning knowledge.

[@reed6514]

My city has code enforcement people who drive around neighborhoods.

[@philipcatuogno2968]

@@reed6514 Yep. A small town outside of Austin. Like bloodhounds.

[@joe1071]

I agree. It’s much better than when he started. That’s a win

[@scottgordin9709]

Looks damn good, I like how the city is worried if it’s up to code, yet there are probably half a dozen houses in that area with a (danger, uninhabitable do not enter notice) taped to the front door.

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

I appreciate it! Honestly, you're right haha Definitely a few liability houses within a mile radius.

[@eddgar-ce3md]

The city is worried that it looks too good ? I thought the US is all about liberty and freedom and such.

[@theoriginallacey]

@@eddgar-ce3mdthe city always wants their money.

[@human47134]

it's LITERALLY like homeowning 101. Permit pulling, it's not hard, it's actually pretty cheap.

[@gaylejideofor6198]

I was just replacing the cedar on my deck above my garage and 5' sides and city required a permit. They were not going to let me keep the 5' sides, but i insisted because it is over the garage and the drop to driveway was not making me happy with 36" rails. I left permit office. I came back another day with the pictures of the house and deck when I purchased my home and said, someone permitted this over 25 years ago, I just want to replace the wood and keep everything the same. This permit guy agree'd and said my 5' sides were grandfathered in... plus I was adding a basement bathroom. The first permit guy wanted over $400 for both. When i came back on a different day, and got a different guy the total permit for both was $115! It is really amazing WHAT needs to be permitted.... but this looks amazing. GG from Mpls, MN

[@reimundkrohn8938]

Yep. Extortionists have a lot of bark and no bite.

[@bolo2393]

It sounds like you have a mini tyrants working in the permitting office, not a shocker losers like that can only get power in some unnecessary bureaucracy.

[@bolo2393]

Sounds like you have a mini tyrants working in your permitting dept. Not a surprise, losers like that can only get power in an unnecessary bureaucracy.

[@gillgetter3004]

Retired carpenter here, we always just laid it on roof then cut shingles out metal flashing along roof line. Also nailed in front gable on ground lifted and attached then pulled string level to roof to reference angle. No math just reference. NICE JOB👍

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

That seems easier if you have the means to lift it (crew, equipment, etc.) Oh there are probably a million pro-tips that I could take away from you and others. The next one will be more efficient efficient I hope!

[@gillgetter3004]

@@AndrewThronImprovements Two sayings with carpenter work. Always another way to skin a cat ( A better way to do it). And you were saying about Murphys law. ( You want it to rain? Open a roof) you do and did nice work looks great👍

[@user-mb5gw9ou9l]

Is there a way to do this without risking the entire replacement of the entire side of the roof!? This is the only reason why I have neglected my project. It’s not the measurements and wood. It’s the darn shingles and water proofing that have me scraping my head. How can I get the shingles back on without doing the whole roof again?

[@beebop4333]

SUGGESTION dont forget to add soffit vents around the house

[@joyceperez5505]

BEAUTIFUL.

[@ktk6049]

I know everyone on here is raving about the job you did, and I’m impressed you did this all yourself. However, you would benefit from a designer helping a little imo. The front gable, while I love the idea, isn’t executed well. The posts coming down next to the stairs is awkward along with a railing, the wood and the metal rail clash styles. I do agree where you said you should have just demoed out the concrete stairs - the only way to make this gable not look awkward like it does now with the above grade of your house is to build a landing that is as big as the gable. Also adding to the awkwardness of it is you build it to sit on top of the roof essentially, instead of building it into the roof line - I get it’s probably way less expensive how you did it, but again, it looks awkward imo. Probably a lot of ways you could have added charm for the same expense if you had a designer helping. Either way it looks better than before, so good job!

[@steenjohn4516]

This has to be one of the best explanations I've seen on how to do roof pitch etc. most videos just blow past that. Thank you

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

Glad it’s helpful! I tried my best to cover everything, but definitely could have been more detailed in a few spots. I was kinda learning as I went 🤷‍♂️

[@lornadouglas7887]

The gable porch is gorgeous has completely transformed the front of this property.

[@shereemorgan1430]

Andrew your work is always excellent. Just get a permit for outside work if needed. Neighbors will rat you out quickly because they are jealous!

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

Thanks! Yea.... that was about the most conspicuous project imaginable lol

[@WolftrackOutdoors-rf6ud]

Side note: it is absurd that you need a permit to work on your own property. I mean, you all are right about getting it, it is just absurd.

[@micheleriberdy1252]

​@@WolftrackOutdoors-rf6udIt's not absurd. There are building codes. They keep buildings habitable and people safe.

[@WolftrackOutdoors-rf6ud]

@@micheleriberdy1252 yup, because government involvement dictating activity on privately owned property is always a good idea...

[@micheleriberdy1252]

@@WolftrackOutdoors-rf6udYou can be as Libertarian as you choose but you're not an island unto yourself. The 'it's my property' argument falls apart pretty quickly when someone gets hurt or there are structural failures because of stupidity and ignorance. As an architect, I know codes save lives.

[@Dorchwoods]

Of course the city needs their cut 🙄 Looks amazing man!

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

I tried to cut them out but they are undefeated lol thanks for watching!

[@ninabooker2904]

Yeah, property tax, city sales tax, gas tax for roads, sewer fees, and water fees aren’t enough for the government. Remember they have no money of their own so they take yours.

[@MargueriteMason-hv2vn]

This was like finding a treasure trove of home improvement wisdom! The step-by-step instructions were so clear and I loved how they broke down the costs and time involved.

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

I appreciate it!

[@Camhart928]

Spent the whole morning watching your videos. Can’t wait to have my own house to do DIY’s myself. Definitely won’t be as good as yours but gives me hope regardless

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

I appreciate it! Good luck on the house search!!

[@AlisaRay-oc6pg]

As someone with limited construction experience, I found this video incredibly helpful in understanding how to enhance my home's curb appeal. The finished porch roof overhang looks professional and the result was amazing!

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

I appreciate it!

[@JimHowie-kx3wc]

Felt like discovering a secret recipe for increasing my home's value on a budget. The step-by-step instructions for building a gable porch roof overhang were clear and easy to follow.

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

Appreciate the support!

[@katiecampbell9191]

That’s insane. In NC where I live you can pretty much build whatever you want and nobody stops you.

[@hollywoodwear123]

WOWWWWW!!!! Amazing transformation!! By the way I doubt the city drives around looking for home owners who work on their projects, you must have a Karen neighbor who called on you. I think that your neighbors should be thankful you are bringing their home values up.

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

If I ever find them.....haha Thanks for the support!

[@dino0228]

Always get your permits first. Ask if you need one if you’re not sure. (Heck, they even teach it in Boy Scouts.) That way, inspectors can come at different stages to check stuff that will be hidden later in the job to ensure it’s up to code - all of which is there to protect you and anyone else who may use the home later. Don’t be blaming the neighbors, etc., especially if you plan to live there a while and be happy.

[@shanaproctor100]

It looks fantastic! So sorry you are having issues with the city and permitting. Hope you get that worked out quickly.

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

Thanks! And I appreciate it 😬

[@QueerlyBeloved386]

Adding those touches of stained wood - amazing man. So beautiful.

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

I appreciate it!!

[@electricalron]

Liked and subscribed because you were transparent about not getting the permit. Most states will require a perm it when you are adding to an existing structure wether it be a new portico (like in the video). or a new electrical circuit or water line a permit will be required. Removing something and upgrading it or replacing it usually falls under minor work status and usually doesn't require a permit. I'll bet if you ask to present the video evidence you'll have no problem getting approval. Good luck with that and good video.

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

I appreciate it! And I hope so, I just want to talk to a framing expert to make sure I didn’t do anything “incriminating” as part of the build (E.g “wrong fasteners”, etc.).

[@schmeegledee]

Excellent workmanship and an amazing transformation. You've just raised your street value. I hope you get to keep the porch. Keep up the great work!

[@JustRelaxV]

You've bought great value to this neighborhood, and your portfolio. Now your critics can eat their words.💪👍👍

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

I appreciate it! I really do think this project helped tremendously to give it a genuine shot of being curb appealing. Thanks for the support 👍

[@smedina146]

aw dang, not surprising somebody alerted the counsel. Boo! What a huge undertaking but you clearly are not put off by the size of the job! We will be doing our own Portico/Gable Roofing to our Tudor home here in Washington State. We will be making a visit to the city to be sure we are permitted out. There is only one thing I think would take this beauty you have over the top... maybe painting the wood parts white. Only because it's the only thing wood across the entire front of your property. You guys really do stellar quality work! Blessings to you all from the great PNW! 💛🖤💛sah

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

It was definitely quite an involved project but I think it was worth it! And I agree with you on the post color - I think there is room for improvement. Good luck with your project and I hope it turns out great. I would love to see the final result if you post it on IG @atimprovements!

[@margarethooten3007]

Such a huge difference, the house really looks pretty! 😍

[@GardenreetLighting]

Wow, the transformation of your home is incredible! That gable porch roof addition really makes it stand out. Great job!

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

Thanks! I think some Gardenreet landscape lighting would make it look even better!

[@tegimr]

Great work. If you don't mind, a few recommendations. 1. Check code, get permits when required. (Some of your content requires permits in the areas i work). 2. Get manufacturer specifications and follow them (on this the screws on the base, for example) 3. Match pitch and facia/soffit elevations. 4. Don't quit because of comments or rework (if required by your municipality). 5. Almost all code compliance officers are great people, though some are not. Ask before starting and tell them you don't know much and they may offer suggestions to make your life easier. 6. If you deal with unfair or mean compliance officers . . . I don't have recommendations. Ive dealt successfully with a few, and have had to put up with one. The internet is a wonderful resource - almost all manufacturers offer specifications and installation instructions, part of what contractors are sometimes required to submit with bids. These are helpful, even if you're already familiar with a process or product. When you get your city thing straightened out, post a video asking what people think was called by the city. 🙂

[@lordmaul8682]

"probably was super smooth and NOT sketchy at all"😂😂😂😂😂😂 That's great

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

Honestly I don’t even know how we got it up there 🤣. Thanks for watching!

[@jamesandrew4859]

What a nice addition to your house, both aesthetically and functionally. Let us know what the city decides on the permitting process.

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

I really appreciate it! I’ll keep you posted 🤣

[@susanhurst3292]

That is nice!! I noticed that a raised porch adds more value to a home than a flat one. Your video is definitely a motivation!

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

I appreciate it!

[@Terry19330]

Our old concrete slab back porch can get slippery~ that Rapid Set Concrete looks like something that we can do to solve this problem. Thank u!

[@stevenkaskus6173]

Absolutely love the gabled porch roof and the columns wilth the stone look. Perfect!

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

Thanks!!

[@katikawakely4313]

Hi, just found you. From New Zealand, love DIY, thankyou. I think it looks fantastic, I know its annoying to have to listen to the neighbour doing this work, we have just been through it for months. However in the long run, it generally, at least in this country, increases the property values. If it was one of the neighbours I suspect jealously played a role. Well done, have subscribed and will catch up on old clips.

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

I think you might be right! And thanks so much for the support!

[@weplaytowin]

This looks incredible! Great work and thanks for the in-depth explanation 👍

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

I appreciate it! Thanks for watching 👍

[@susanmcconnell6041]

If 'they' would even have half a clue the kind of work you do, they'd appreciate you improving property values, and leave you alone. They'll raise your taxes, anyways, so it's not like theyre out any city income. Youre doing a GREAT job!! 🥰🥰 I learn a lot from you!! The nosy neighbors are majorly jealous.

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

I appreciate it, Susan! I’m pretty they have already raised property taxes TWICE since I’ve been here 🤷‍♂️ thanks for the support 🙏👍

[@texasbella576]

What a difference!! You turned an ugly duckling into a Swan!! Amazing work! Wish my hubby was handy like you!! great videos! (Subscribed)

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

I really appreciate it! I wasn't "handy" at all a few years ago so there is PLENTY of time for y'all!

[@TheSighphiguy]

put a pediment on the front peak to hide the seam between the fascia boards. and maybe stain the shutters to match?

[@deborahdanhauer8525]

It looks much, much better than when you bought it! Well done! Now, you need to make the concrete steps into a small concrete porch under your new build. The same size as the new roof. That would finish it beautifully, with the steps in front❤️🤗🐝

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

I appreciate it! To be honest, I think I am done with improving the front of the house. I am just going to live with it haha

[@deborahdanhauer8525]

@@AndrewThronImprovements Nothing wrong with that. It’s fine the way it is.❤️🤗🐝

[@athayer5802]

Inspired-can't wait to watch the others

[@danidaydreaming919]

it's gorgeous. Amazing job!

[@lorithrower2467]

It looks amazing, really good work.

[@trynagetspreadsheetslikeexcel]

looks pretty good! Only thing I saw that I would do differently is to set the valley plate first, and maybe use some thicker plywood for the sheathing or more supporting structure considering there appears to be some fairly dramatic sag where it attaches to the roof at the bottom. Sucks that it wasn't permitted, hopefully it doesn't cost too much.

[@Running4Daze]

Looks damn great 👍! city isn’t bad guy here though. gotta think about permits when doing major work on a house. City/county code folks dont know u or ur great/skilled work. In their mind u could be some shady or inept person creating all kinds of hazards😂 but cool u hav video documentation of all the steps/work u did. So u should be cool. Keep up great work n thanks for sharing it all 👍 👍 👍

[@AnnapolisAudit]

as if i didnt already hate this city enough lol. its always something with them

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

Haha you're not kidding. Thanks for watching bro 🙏

[@knowyourkismat]

Looks great! can’t wait til I have a house so I can do stuff like this.

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

I appreciate it! And it’s a ton of work but definitely worth it!

[@ChristopherJones16]

Good chance the city is going to make you tear that all down because inspectors can see under the soffit, and because the two posts arent supported correctly. That slab of concrete isnt going to cut it. You need to dig holes, pour concrete in them.. and either stick the posts into the concrete or inset post brackets into the concrete.. hardens then attach posts to brackets.

[@K_Cameron]

You should cover those asbestos siding shingles with vinyl, hard to get homeowners insurance if there are any damaged asbestos siding shingles

[@flyyoufools]

Again, you've shared with us another very informative how-to video. Thanks so much for all of your efforts!

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

I hope it was helpful!! Thanks for the support!

[@markgriff9265]

That looks very nice. I assume the same idea would work to cover a raised deck?

[@ajsorensen2585]

not bad but you should continue the gable into the existing roof so there's more open space when you enter, in other words so the entry height is the top of the gable ceiling from the siding up, so remove the small roof overhang under the gable, which obviously has some challenges, the entry line should probably also continue down along siding aka cut the siding out under the gable - future project could be facing that part of the siding with some nice wood boards or even stone for contrast with the regular siding, that will really make it next level.

[@charitystonemountain8714]

LOTS of great! I vote for a richer warmer color on the door.

[@Traveler-rv]

Looks great.

[@cadayx]

Great work, Andrew!

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

I appreciate it 🙏🙏

[@AlenBeals]

Ya…now we’re talking. Beautiful home.

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

I appreciate it!

[@jlaud29]

Honestly, if the fine and materials combined works out cheaper than the added value It’s probably worth it 😂

[@jewdd1989]

Looks nice, don’t forget your permitting as silly as it seems.

[@jessicapaulin1260]

It’s beautiful! Very nice work. I’m interested in doing this on my house, Long Island, NY, but wondering about the price range? What is the cost for materials and labor and who do I hire for the job? A carpenter? I have a Dutch colonial type of house that I think this would look amazing on 😊

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

Hi! I have a cost breakdown in the ebook which should help you to budget. It really could be done by quite a few different tradesman. It’s a pretty simple job for a contractor, framer, some roofers, etc. even an experienced handyman could probably do it. I do wonder what I would have paid to have this completely done by someone else. I assume 5-10k range. Thanks for watching and good luck!

[@Angelinathegirlyoudontknow]

Looks great better than others in need of fixing, which i bet was someone in one of those houses ran their mouth as im sure they didnt wake up thinking lets check out Andrews house.

[@markcollins457]

Looks great, but anyone doing a flip always when you walk out the front door any physical work done to the house can require a permit. I know there are people out there who live in states that don't require permits I'm happy for you. The rest of us don't have the time money or desire to thumb our nose so we do pull permits. I have had the misfortune of ripping off an entire addition because the last property owner never had anything approved and it exceeded the property lines.

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

Lesson Learned 100%. Thanks for watching!

[@outdooraddictionpa8218]

Looks awesome!

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

I appreciate it!

[@bigolenick2486]

Good for you man, it looks great like all the other projects you've done. The good Lord must have blessed you with huge balls and limitless serenity for posting this video where all the "professionals, know it alls, engineers" and straight up jerk offs can add their negative remarks. Lol keep up the good work buddy!

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

Appreciate it! Gotta have a thick skin in this internet business haha And the good Lord has blessed me indeed 🙏. Thanks for watching and for the support!

[@mx500a4]

Thats why I live in the country, I can't stand the government coming in and telling me what I can and cant do with my property. Nice job, looks fantastic!

[@human47134]

They don't tell you you can't though. It's just a permit, it's not that deep. they're not expensive either.

[@robyarrow9690]

From the get go, few issues no footers underneath the post you just relying on your 5 inch slab not to settle and crack. Also use sleeve anchors intended for hollow block instead of wedge anchors Richard design for solid concrete. Also, you use the wrong screws post base. You should not use a bugle head style screw, they make specific galvanized screws for that application.

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

Hey Rob, appreciate the comment. I did put in some footers to frost protect the slab. That could have been a huge mistake with an actual consequence of failure in the future. Wanted to clarify that. And I totally agree with you on the other comments. Things to improve on the next one!

[@jeanettepappas8060]

Great job you are very brave and smart some contractor would charge you a arm and a leg but you did it yourself 🎉😂

[@adamstark04]

I’d love to hear what they said was not within code.

[@jverbois]

For some reason I thought you were in the northeast, but you're in my neck of the woods. Baton Rouge native here.

[@robertp4716]

Is that a ridge vent in the picture? I don't see a ventilation soffit though. Also the picture shows a funny looking valley with those shingles.

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

Yea, I had a ridge vent put on the gable 👍

[@sebausa1]

Beautiful

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

Thank you!

[@brawales]

It looks lovely, Well done!

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

Thank you very much! I appreciate it!

[@SirCarlosMusicBMI]

🎉🎉🎉 Hi 👋🏼 Andrew I really Love watching your videos. You make things look so easy even though I know that your experience shows it this way. I’m not sure if I have left comments before but your advice at minute 13:47 Made me feel like I should. I’m soon starting my own KZbin channel and I know how much these Likes and Comments mean to you and the algorithm. Blessings from Paso Robles, California, Carlos

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

I really appreciate it, Carlos! Thanks for the support and good luck with your channel launch 🚀

[@bobparrott9257]

Hopefully your roofers fixed the nailing pattern on your roof sheathing before putting the shingles on. The code on most sheathing is a 6 inch spacing on all edges and a 12 inch spacing in the field.

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

They replaced a few sheets of plywood and inspected all the rest of the decking - so hopefully we’re good 👍

[@3DGEM3]

If you were able to do this in a weekend the city likely wouldn't have noticed. I plan on replacing my old overhang this summer. I wont be connecting it to the house like you did, itll be done in a way to not attract the cities attention.

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

I wish nothing but stealth and speed haha thanks for watching and good luck 🍀

[@3DGEM3]

@AndrewThronImprovements i rebuilt my old patio over a winter half at night, been four years, and haven't heard a thing.

[@delt19]

​@@3DGEM3hi, this is your city. We now know of your project and we need you to either demolish your new nice patio so your house looks run down or pay large fines to us. You can venmo us if it's easier for you. Thanks.

[@3DGEM3]

@delt19 haha. You mean bitcoin.

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

@@delt19 🤣

[@woronick]

I love it but only wish you had cut the left and right joists at a 45 in the front just so they don’t stick out so much. Nice video.

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

I KNOW, same. I have that in the ebook Uber “lessons learned”. Definitely would go steeper and tie the gutters together in the future. Thanks for watching!

[@gillgetter3004]

Ohhh yes get permits first👍

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

Lesson learned 😅. The part that threw me off was that I didn’t get the notice until months after it was done 🤷‍♂️

[@robertp4716]

@@AndrewThronImprovements Any structure that could fail and kill someone in the process requires a permit. There are a lot of non-professionals who have funny ideas about what's structurally sound. Historical snow and wind load extremes for your region have to be accounted for as well as the weight of the wood itself and other materials. The permit process does have a legitimate purpose in protecting the public.

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

@@robertp4716 I totally agree. When enforced properly, I think the permitting process is 100% a good thing when it comes to keeping people from doing things that are dangerous. Sometimes, however, it doesn't make a ton of sense to me. Permit to build a shed? Permit to replace shingles on a roof? idk. A gable porch structure though, yes haha

[@tedspens]

Awesome addon! Just show this video to the city inspector, you'll pass with flying colors.

[@MMora-mt7cc]

awesome job! stay on this path nomatter what people tell you.

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

I appreciate the support!

[@haarisahmed1978]

throw some tiny recessed lights in there and it would look even better

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

I hear ya! I was going to put in a small little "chandelier" type thing but I knew if I ran electrical I would DEFINITELY need a permit haha. Thanks for watching!

[@AB-bc9tf]

It seems like from the weather map your in Louisiana so with re the stop work just do the “good ole boy” thing like “I grew up in Louisiana I went to school/church/live down the block from Billy Bob!” The nepotism is so heavy here as someone originally from Seattle now a Louisiana transplant.

[@preston8859]

Did you figure how wide the soffit on the new porch roof would be before building or just kind of figure it out as you went? I'm planning to do a similar job and trying to figure out how to come out with a similar soffit overhang as the house and still end the bottom of the new fascia right at the roof line similar to how you did it.

[@dindog22]

you probably should have gone with a mid century modern looking low breeze block wall instead. that gable just doesn't work with a mid century ranch

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

You might be right. I am happy with it how it turned out though. Thanks for watching!!

[@DaveC-tb3eb]

Thank You dingdog22! You are so right. Dude your fit and finish and general work ethic is great, but the style is simply not compatible.

[@attilabodi826]

Great job

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

Thanks!

[@deborahcangialosi355]

My question is, why didn't you just use CBs when installing the post? It would have made your post 10x more secure.

[@calliplume4507]

Keep up the videos! New carpenter from Florida ☀️

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

I’ve got a few more in the queue, don’t worry! Thanks for the support 👍🙏

[@salembeeman370]

Love your channel but How in the heck did you not pull a permit on such a visible project. Hopefully your video footage is enough to satisfy your inspector.

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

Yea it wasn't a great idea haha I thought we could knock it out over the weekend and be done with it... but they got me. Lesson learned for next time. Thanks for watching!

[@brianhamer4021]

love all your videos, always look forward to new ones. house looks great. wish you were in my neighborhood to raise property values. I'm also remodeling, I feel your pain, hahaha

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

Appreciate it, Brian! Good luck with your projects 👍

[@TwitchIsDead]

Mr Thorne I’m watching your basement Reno vids and I’m wondering if you have any licenses or if you just do work that doesn’t require licenses. I’m really interested in this type of work mane

[@chris_hertford]

Start off by saying nice transformation! I'm in the UK so the rules are different here but seems like in the "land of the free" you need permits for everything!

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

I appreciate it! And honestly, it’s a fair point haha. But ANYONE can start a business - which is a plus.

[@patricksmith3135]

Andrew it is beautiful! I cannot imagine the city being upset that you improved the neighborhood and addd value to your property. They will up taxes, (I'm sure). How did you manage to forget the permit? Were you impacted in any way by the Balto Bridge being knocked down? I imagined you being inconvenienced, though I don't know why I thought that. Hope all is well. Please let me know how the permit people battle ends. Peace. Patrick PS: Hi to Brian too.

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

Appreciate it, Patrick! I honestly just trust myself to build solid things so I was hoping that I could get by without needing one. Not the case apparently...But I will get it resolved. And nope, very minimal issues personally experienced by the Francis Scott Key bridge situation. I will keep you posted on progress and thanks for watching (as usual)!.

[@theoriginaldazza]

Too many armchair Bob Vilas in the comments. Good on ya for your progress!

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

Gotta love it haha thanks for the support 👍

[@kennixox262]

Unfortunately, like a lot of house flippers; they fail to consider the original design of the house and "tack" elements on to the building. Whether or not you did this with or without a building permit does not matter, it is the overall look. The asbestos siding is generally safe if left undisturbed is fine to clean up and paint but money would be best spent removing it and residing. A lot of young inexperienced house flippers put lipstick on a pig but always miss the more important, less sexy elements that no one can see. Once working with a client, well over $200,000 was spent on elements that are "behind the walls" so to speak. Doing that put the house in a safer; seismically up to code in California; more energy efficient and ridding a lot of asbestos. After that, the fun began, the HGTV elements that I deride so much. Clean simple, spare - TIMELESS and keeping within the original design of the house and only adding elements that compliment the building. Now, if you are going to do a down the studs renovation then changing the look is a different matter. Don't over improve for the neighborhood and don't stand out - too much from the neighboring properties. With the porch, I would have designed a much wider gable to match the pitch of the existing roof, have a closed gable or a hip on the front. Definitely would skip the lumber yard wooden posts and have looked at some sort of metal support columns that would be plain, simple and keeping with the style of the house. The little porch you built looked tacked on by a DYI flipper.

[@debbriggs5811]

Yes, come do mine. 😄

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

Only if you square away the permits lol

[@debbriggs5811]

@@AndrewThronImprovements lol

[@Nkk676]

Cute hammer

[@MSeroga]

Nice work. Surely that book you used as a guide to framing had to have told you somewhere to get it inspected at some point ... right?

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

Thanks! Im sure it did haha it’s a long book though so I just skip around to what I need.

[@HMJKS2000]

My only critic would be not adding lights 😂 but the rest looks good. What needs to be done to “make it up to code”

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

I ALMOST added a "chandelier" type thing haha

[@emunny106]

Weird way to propose but YES

[@user-ec9wu5zd9d]

Beautifully done. I love it if I was your neighbor lady happy happy happy.

[@PeNGuiNZoMbiEUYA]

What about painting those tongue and groove boards the same blue as the door?

[@traxxi2003]

Beautiful work brother!!!

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

Thanks bro 💪🙏

[@jeanlawson9133]

Nice

[@philipcatuogno2968]

Thank you! My son and I have an identical situation ,and are going to tackle this as the last item on our 1950s complete renovation project. Does it matter if you cut a birdsmouth or simply raise the rafter so the board is flat with the front edge of the joist? Is one way more stable? Thank you.

[@billsmith9249]

nice angle drill on that anchro!

[@AndrewThronImprovements]

12 degrees baby. Makes it more secure by 8%

[@mistywp]

What is the city listing that needs to be modified to meet code? Just curious.