Hey everyone! I'm thinking about adding a porch to my house and would love some advice. Here's a link to my current house layout and the proposed porch design: https://imgur.com/a/cNEGJOr. I noticed that my roofline is pretty low and the windows sit high. Would I need to connect the new porch to the existing rafters above the gutters? I'm also planning to replace my roof in the next month or so – is there anything I can ask the roofers to do that would ease the porch building process later? Eventually, I want the porch to wrap around the back and connect to an addition I'm planning for this summer. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
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I’d suggest considering a shallower pitch for the roof that extends out over the new porch. That way, it blends better with your existing roofline. Just keep in mind that this is a significant project; you’ll need detailed plans, permits, and proper footers.