The Challenge
The existing front porch had become a serious liability — years of water infiltration had rotted through the floor decking and the underlying support structure entirely. The leaks had progressed to the point where the porch was no longer safe or functional, leaving the front door essentially inaccessible. The homeowner was done patching problems and ready for a clean, durable replacement that would last.
Our Approach
With the old structure too far gone to salvage, we pulled it out completely — which required an excavator to remove the deteriorated framing and prepare the site properly. From there, we designed and built a covered front porch that restored full access to the front entry. We kept the design clean and straightforward, using Cedartone decking for a durable, attractive floor surface and IKO shingles on the new porch roof to match the home and stand up to Michigan weather.
Work Completed
- Excavated and fully removed the rotted porch floor and support structure
- Built new covered front porch with proper framing and structural support
- Installed Cedartone decking for a clean, weather-resistant finish
- Roofed the porch cover with IKO shingles
The Transformation
What was an unsafe, inaccessible entryway is now a clean, covered front porch the homeowner can actually use. The new structure is built right from the ground up — no band-aid fixes, no compromises. Sometimes getting to a real solution means taking a more creative approach, and this project is a good example of that. The front door is open again, and the porch will hold up for years to come.