Extending The Existing Roof

From the high point the roof will slant down to the outermost wall of your new space.

Extending the existing roof. That s a simple low cost solution that can tie in well with the main house. Several methods exist based on the current roof design. A good estimate for a contractor to do this same roof overhang extension would range from 50 to 85 per running foot. This solution features two different slopes which meet at a peak along the middle of the.

Adding a gable roof to an existing roof is no small project and is best left to the professionals. Another choice is the gable roof. The shed roof sometimes called the single slope roof features a single slope which is attached to your existing home via a high point. However for larger extensions you ll need to hire a professional to get up there and remove large portions of the roof before extending the overhang.

Extending a gable roof can be tricky since it involves working on the roof but you may be able to do it yourself if you only need to add 1 2 2 inches 1 3 5 1 cm. However you can have an understanding of the work being done or even do it yourself if you have prior experience with roofing projects.