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.com/?dt_id=1268710
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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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
Ай бұрын
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.
@vmethod
Ай бұрын
Bro. you should ALWAYS look into permits before doing ANY construction on your property. That's just common homeowning knowledge.
@reed6514
Ай бұрын
My city has code enforcement people who drive around neighborhoods.
@philipcatuogno2968
17 күн бұрын
@@reed6514 Yep. A small town outside of Austin. Like bloodhounds.
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
2 ай бұрын
I appreciate it! Honestly, you're right haha Definitely a few liability houses within a mile radius.
@eddgar-ce3md
Ай бұрын
The city is worried that it looks too good ? I thought the US is all about liberty and freedom and such.
@theoriginallacey
Ай бұрын
@@eddgar-ce3mdthe city always wants their money.
@vmethod
Ай бұрын
it's LITERALLY like homeowning 101. Permit pulling, it's not hard, it's actually pretty cheap.
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
2 ай бұрын
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 🤷♂️
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
2 ай бұрын
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
2 ай бұрын
@@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
2 ай бұрын
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
2 ай бұрын
SUGGESTION dont forget to add soffit vents around the house
@joyceperez5505
Ай бұрын
BEAUTIFUL.
Of course the city needs their cut 🙄 Looks amazing man!
@AndrewThronImprovements
2 ай бұрын
I tried to cut them out but they are undefeated lol thanks for watching!
@ninabooker2904
12 күн бұрын
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.
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
Ай бұрын
I appreciate it! Good luck on the house search!!
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
2 ай бұрын
I appreciate it!
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
2 ай бұрын
Thanks! Yea.... that was about the most conspicuous project imaginable lol
@WolftrackOutdoors-rf6ud
2 ай бұрын
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
2 ай бұрын
@@WolftrackOutdoors-rf6udIt's not absurd. There are building codes. They keep buildings habitable and people safe.
@WolftrackOutdoors-rf6ud
2 ай бұрын
@@micheleriberdy1252 yup, because government involvement dictating activity on privately owned property is always a good idea...
@micheleriberdy1252
2 ай бұрын
@@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.
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
2 ай бұрын
Appreciate the support!
It looks fantastic! So sorry you are having issues with the city and permitting. Hope you get that worked out quickly.
@AndrewThronImprovements
2 ай бұрын
Thanks! And I appreciate it 😬
Adding those touches of stained wood - amazing man. So beautiful.
@AndrewThronImprovements
2 ай бұрын
I appreciate it!!
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
Wow, the transformation of your home is incredible! That gable porch roof addition really makes it stand out. Great job!
@AndrewThronImprovements
Ай бұрын
Thanks! I think some Gardenreet landscape lighting would make it look even better!
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
Ай бұрын
If I ever find them.....haha Thanks for the support!
Absolutely love the gabled porch roof and the columns wilth the stone look. Perfect!
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
Ай бұрын
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!
"probably was super smooth and NOT sketchy at all"😂😂😂😂😂😂 That's great
@AndrewThronImprovements
2 ай бұрын
Honestly I don’t even know how we got it up there 🤣. Thanks for watching!
This looks incredible! Great work and thanks for the in-depth explanation 👍
@AndrewThronImprovements
2 ай бұрын
I appreciate it! Thanks for watching 👍
Again, you've shared with us another very informative how-to video. Thanks so much for all of your efforts!
@AndrewThronImprovements
2 ай бұрын
I hope it was helpful!! Thanks for the support!
What a difference!! You turned an ugly duckling into a Swan!! Amazing work! Wish my hubby was handy like you!! great videos! (Subscribed)
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
Ай бұрын
I appreciate it!
What a nice addition to your house, both aesthetically and functionally. Let us know what the city decides on the permitting process.
@AndrewThronImprovements
2 ай бұрын
I really appreciate it! I’ll keep you posted 🤣
Great work, Andrew!
@AndrewThronImprovements
2 ай бұрын
I appreciate it 🙏🙏
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
Ай бұрын
I appreciate it!
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
2 ай бұрын
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.).
You've bought great value to this neighborhood, and your portfolio. Now your critics can eat their words.💪👍👍
@AndrewThronImprovements
2 ай бұрын
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 👍
It looks lovely, Well done!
@AndrewThronImprovements
2 ай бұрын
Thank you very much! I appreciate it!
Beautiful work brother!!!
@AndrewThronImprovements
2 ай бұрын
Thanks bro 💪🙏
Looks awesome!
@AndrewThronImprovements
Ай бұрын
I appreciate it!
as if i didnt already hate this city enough lol. its always something with them
@AndrewThronImprovements
2 ай бұрын
Haha you're not kidding. Thanks for watching bro 🙏
Keep up the videos! New carpenter from Florida ☀️
@AndrewThronImprovements
2 ай бұрын
I’ve got a few more in the queue, don’t worry! Thanks for the support 👍🙏
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
2 ай бұрын
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
2 ай бұрын
@@AndrewThronImprovements Nothing wrong with that. It’s fine the way it is.❤️🤗🐝
Good stuff man!
@AndrewThronImprovements
2 ай бұрын
I appreciate it 👍
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
15 күн бұрын
I think you might be right! And thanks so much for the support!
Wow - great job!
@AndrewThronImprovements
Ай бұрын
Thanks Shellie!
That’s insane. In NC where I live you can pretty much build whatever you want and nobody stops you.
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 👍 👍 👍
Great job
@AndrewThronImprovements
Ай бұрын
Thanks!
great work!
@AndrewThronImprovements
Ай бұрын
Thanks!
awesome job! stay on this path nomatter what people tell you.
@AndrewThronImprovements
Ай бұрын
I appreciate the support!
I love it!
@AndrewThronImprovements
2 ай бұрын
I appreciate it!
Beautiful
@AndrewThronImprovements
Ай бұрын
Thank you!
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
2 ай бұрын
Appreciate it, Brian! Good luck with your projects 👍
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.
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
2 ай бұрын
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!
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
2 ай бұрын
I appreciate it, Susan! I’m pretty they have already raised property taxes TWICE since I’ve been here 🤷♂️ thanks for the support 🙏👍
Good Job!!! 👍🏾
@AndrewThronImprovements
15 күн бұрын
Thank you!!
You should cover those asbestos siding shingles with vinyl, hard to get homeowners insurance if there are any damaged asbestos siding shingles
LOTS of great! I vote for a richer warmer color on the door.
Excellent
@AndrewThronImprovements
2 ай бұрын
Thanks!!
Great job you are very brave and smart some contractor would charge you a arm and a leg but you did it yourself 🎉😂
Honestly, if the fine and materials combined works out cheaper than the added value It’s probably worth it 😂
Looks nice, don’t forget your permitting as silly as it seems.
🎉🎉🎉 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 KZread channel and I know how much these Likes and Comments mean to you and the algorithm. Blessings from Paso Robles, California, Carlos
@AndrewThronImprovements
2 ай бұрын
I really appreciate it, Carlos! Thanks for the support and good luck with your channel launch 🚀
nice angle drill on that anchro!
@AndrewThronImprovements
2 ай бұрын
12 degrees baby. Makes it more secure by 8%
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.
For some reason I thought you were in the northeast, but you're in my neck of the woods. Baton Rouge native here.
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
2 ай бұрын
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!
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
2 ай бұрын
Yea, I had a ridge vent put on the gable 👍
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
2 ай бұрын
Thanks! Im sure it did haha it’s a long book though so I just skip around to what I need.
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.
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
2 ай бұрын
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!
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
2 ай бұрын
They replaced a few sheets of plywood and inspected all the rest of the decking - so hopefully we’re good 👍
Definitely looks like a diy job
@AndrewThronImprovements
Ай бұрын
It's middle of the road IMO, definitely not a Homeowner special but probably a few steps down from a professional who does this all the time.
@marniemonfort7719
Ай бұрын
Looks like a cement job like most professionals
throw some tiny recessed lights in there and it would look even better
@AndrewThronImprovements
2 ай бұрын
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!
Weird way to propose but YES
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
2 ай бұрын
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)!.
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
2 ай бұрын
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!
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!
@vmethod
Ай бұрын
They don't tell you you can't though. It's just a permit, it's not that deep. they're not expensive either.
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
2 ай бұрын
I wish nothing but stealth and speed haha thanks for watching and good luck 🍀
@3DGEM3
2 ай бұрын
@AndrewThronImprovements i rebuilt my old patio over a winter half at night, been four years, and haven't heard a thing.
@delt19
2 ай бұрын
@@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
2 ай бұрын
@delt19 haha. You mean bitcoin.
@AndrewThronImprovements
2 ай бұрын
@@delt19 🤣
Too many armchair Bob Vilas in the comments. Good on ya for your progress!
@AndrewThronImprovements
2 ай бұрын
Gotta love it haha thanks for the support 👍
Ohhh yes get permits first👍
@AndrewThronImprovements
2 ай бұрын
Lesson learned 😅. The part that threw me off was that I didn’t get the notice until months after it was done 🤷♂️
@robertp4716
2 ай бұрын
@@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
2 ай бұрын
@@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
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.
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
2 ай бұрын
Lesson Learned 100%. Thanks for watching!
This is the EXACT reason why you should never get a permit to do anything to your home. You know the old saying “Ask for forgiveness not permission”. All they want is money but if you asked them if you could do it first, they would say no
@nanook6620
9 күн бұрын
Is there not a chance they declare it not up to code and that you have to remove it?
@JoeyRiz
8 күн бұрын
@@nanook6620 not really. Towns just want your money. You pay and they let you keep it. That is unless it’s built like dog shit lol
@chatsagain
4 күн бұрын
When a person goes to sell the fixer upper, there are questions about permits. Definitely do everything with a permit, because the work may be required to be torn out. I've heard about contractors having to rip out work.
@JoeyRiz
4 күн бұрын
@@chatsagain no, when you go to sell that’s when you get the permit. By that time it’s already been there for years. My family and I have done this many times.
@chatsagain
4 күн бұрын
@@JoeyRizsounds risky. Permit first here. You do you
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
2 ай бұрын
I appreciate it! And honestly, it’s a fair point haha. But ANYONE can start a business - which is a plus.
I’d love to hear what they said was not within code.
leave it to the city to get mad about someone making it nicer. i bet if you had squateers you wouldn't be able to get help. lol
@AndrewThronImprovements
2 ай бұрын
😅🤣
What about painting those tongue and groove boards the same blue as the door?
Some recessed lights would’ve been the final touch
@AndrewThronImprovements
15 күн бұрын
Agreed! I was a little lazy and didn't want to fool with electrical.
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
Ай бұрын
I ALMOST added a "chandelier" type thing haha
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
2 ай бұрын
You might be right. I am happy with it how it turned out though. Thanks for watching!!
@DaveC-tb3eb
2 ай бұрын
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.
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
2 ай бұрын
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!
If it was three months after the project was complete, I'd double-check and see if they weren't outside the window to issue the fine and notice.
@evictioncarpentry2628
2 ай бұрын
It could be 5 years later, then can do it whenever. They look on Google maps for additions.
@AndrewThronImprovements
2 ай бұрын
Yea I was thinking that initially but then I started to get skeptical of the logic. If someone “wronged me” and I didn’t catch them for years later it wouldn’t change the fact that an infraction occurred. However, it does make it way more annoying. It would have been so much easier to swallow if they caught me while I was up on the roof with a nail gun and red hand haha
Did your roofer put a ridge vent on the gable overhang? 😂
@AndrewThronImprovements
2 ай бұрын
Haha they did. No extra charge 😂🙄
20:00 what's with the dip/bubble on the left side of that gable? Maybe just a shingle misalignment but certainly doesn't look right.
@AndrewThronImprovements
Ай бұрын
I noticed that too.. Idk if it was a framing issue that didn't become obvious or a shingle issue - but it definitely is a hump. I Gotta investigate.
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. 🙂
Wish government would just stay out of people’s business.
@AndrewThronImprovements
2 ай бұрын
I hear ya - I guess the goal of "keeping people safe and ensuring things are built soundly" is a very good one. Sometimes, however, it seems that what is enforced and cracked down on is a bit backwards.
@jarateman6427
2 ай бұрын
@@AndrewThronImprovements Dude if you put crap out on youtube obviously you're gonna have people tell on you. They city has no choice,they're doing their job.
@zocalo1990
2 ай бұрын
Agreed 💯
Whats the name of the program you used to sketch your concept?
@AndrewThronImprovements
2 ай бұрын
Sketchup - free version
Is this suppose to be unlisted? Shouldnt it be public?
@AndrewThronImprovements
2 ай бұрын
Video "officially" drops Sunday, April 14 at 10am.
The triangle is a speed square
@AndrewThronImprovements
2 ай бұрын
True. I always call that a carpenter’s square and the larger one a framing square.
@bobparrott9257
2 ай бұрын
You do know that you can use the larger framing square the same way as the smaller one for marking rafters?@@AndrewThronImprovements
👍
@AndrewThronImprovements
2 ай бұрын
Appreciate it!
Where are you from? I know you show Louisiana for your current location, but are you from there? You don't sound like a cajun.
@AndrewThronImprovements
Ай бұрын
Maryland!
Cleaning out that mess of insulation and fixing that is definitely value. But not 30k and nor is a little porch roof 😂
@AndrewThronImprovements
2 ай бұрын
I hear ya BUT the curb appeal photos on resale will definitely bring in SO much more interest on the property. Seriously, the difference is pretty crazy. It was almost impossible to make the “before” house look appealing. With the right angles on the gable, it actually looks like a really nice house. The difference in the marketability of the home may just get an additional 30k on the sale. But it’s hard to know for sure.
Looks nice and a door overhang was definitely the right way to go but I think it’s a bit grand/disproportionate for the size of ❤house…good luck with code enforcement …ugh
What was cost for this project?
@AndrewThronImprovements
15 күн бұрын
Cost breakdown is in the Ebook!
Id say to council gow about i do neither of those options my damn house.
People are ridiculous. It was perfectly cute before the gable. Contemporary, cutting edge style? No, but I'd be happy there.
@AndrewThronImprovements
2 ай бұрын
I hear ya - BUT I do think the Gabel makes a pretty sizable difference. Those ranchers with the flat roof line just have no personality imo .
LOL You didn't pull a permit BEFORE altering your house? Great work btw, but that was such a noob mistake. :/
That wouldn’t add