In our May Remodel of the Month, we feature a charming two-story home in need of a new roof and updated siding. The existing exterior had a mix of lap siding on the lower portion and scalloped shingles on the upper portion, giving the home a Victorian feel. The homeowners desired a more distinctive, modern look. In addition to the new roof, metal awnings were installed above the windows and doors, a portico was added to the secondary entrance, and a cupola with a weather vane was installed on the roof. Overall, the updated exterior adds striking curb appeal and improves the home's energy efficiency.

Take a look at the before and after photos and read the full details of this project below.

Details of This Exterior Remodel

• Demo Work:
  • Remove old vinyl scalloped siding on the upper story.
  • Remove the upper layer of shingles.
  • Remove sections of roof overhangs over the two second-story windows.
  • Remove the Mansford roof (overhang) from the garage and the porch next to the garage.
• Renovation Work:
  • Install new Mansford roof trusses and metal roof sections over the upper windows.
  • Install new Mansford roof trusses and a metal roof over the garage doors.
  • Install new Mansford roof trusses and a roof over the porch (next to the garage) in a higher position, thus creating a more defined secondary entrance with a portico and breaking up what was previously one continuous roof, making it more visually appealing.
  • Install new CertainTeed white vinyl railings and spindles at the stairway leading to the secondary entrance door.
  • Install new metal roofing over the front porch.
  • Install a cupola with a decorative copper sailing ship weather vane on the upper roof ridge.
  • Install new vinyl lap siding on the upper story to match the existing siding.
  • Install new Owens Corning Duration shingles on the upper roof.

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