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I have posted my question with photos on the Internet, here is the link. http://boards.hgtvpro.com/eve/forums?a=tpc&s=8181095481&f=9391023982&m=114103196...
The 1st 3 photos are of the house that is to be renovated, the last is of what the roof may look like when finished. What I require is some detail plans on how to make the roof a reality. Thanks.
I think the best solution would be to continue the gable out to the new porch face. I don't see any advantage in turning it into a shed roof for a few feet. The complications of the shed meeting the gable, yet retaining the eave line are insurmountable in my opinion. Your picture 4 does not give a side view of what is going on, It does not appear that their gable ends at the house line. If that place is near you, get more pictures and/or ask to see the framing. Another approach would be to turn it into a hip.
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Dan Griffin
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I can answer almost all questions related to the total construction process. My expertise is in commercial construction, though I can field most any residential question. I have hands on experience in concrete, heavy equipment, masonry, all phases of carpentry, interior finishes, and I am fairly strong in mechanical and electrical.
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