Portico Construction

What This Service Involves

A portico gives guests a dry place to stand while adding architectural presence to your entrance. We design columns, roofing, and trim that complement your home's style. Careful flashing where the portico meets the house prevents water intrusion during downpours. It is a modest project with an outsized impact on curb appeal.

Benefits

Shelters the entry from rain; Boosts curb appeal and architectural character; Protects the front door and its finishes; Adds a welcoming focal point

Our Process

1) Design the portico to match your facade; 2) Permit and set footings for the columns; 3) Frame the roof and install columns; 4) Flash, roof, and finish the trim

What Affects the Cost

Overall size and roof style; Column material and detail; Roofing to match the house; Foundation for the posts; Trim and lighting

Best Time of Year

Setting footings and framing the roof are best done in dry weather so connections seal properly.