In the photo below a pergola type roof was added to create shade.
Extending the roof line to create a front porch.
Strong and sturdy this should do you good in most weather condition.
If you want to expand it without a lot of renovation to what is already there you will need to make sure all the materials and colors and you may want to consider extending the roof to cover the rest of the newly added porch.
Front porch shed roof.
A good estimate for a contractor to do this same roof overhang extension would range from 50 to 85 per running foot.
The homeowner widened and deepened the front stoop turning it into a porch that s 28 by 8 feet.
Try to envision this home without the extended porch it makes a huge difference.
Mar 23 2016 extend roof for front porch addition bing images.
By definition a patio porch would be covered and that s great if you can do it.
This cost did not include any labor or waste disposal fees.
Tour the 660 square foot cottage.
The cost of extending my 30 foot long roof overhang 14 inches was 340 or 11 50 per running foot for materials.
Whether covered or not extending a small porch with a terrace can make your entrance more inviting.
Consider the current style of the porch you have.