Build the Front or Back Porch You Need

You may want a covered front porch where you can sit during summer evenings without direct sun or rain interrupting your time outside. Or you need a back porch that connects your kitchen to the yard and provides space for grilling and outdoor meals. North Georgia Elite Decks designs and builds custom porches in Jasper that match your home's style, fit your property's layout, and serve the specific functions you have in mind, whether that means adding roof coverage, steps, railings, or columns.

Custom porch construction starts with understanding how you plan to use the space and what architectural features will blend with your home's existing roofline and siding. We handle site preparation, framing, decking installation, railing systems, and roof structures for covered porches. Materials include pressure-treated lumber, composite decking, or natural wood depending on your preferences for appearance and maintenance. The porch can wrap around corners, include built-in seating, or extend to connect with an existing deck or patio.

Get in touch to discuss your porch project and review design options that work with your home.

What's Included in This Service

Your custom porch project begins with measuring the space, checking ground slope, and determining where support posts or footings will go. We create a layout that respects setback requirements and ensures the porch integrates smoothly with doors, windows, and exterior trim. In Jasper, porches often need to account for uneven terrain or existing landscaping, so we adjust the design to work with what is already there rather than forcing a standard template.

When the porch is complete, you will have a structurally sound platform with even flooring, secure railings, and a roof that ties into your home's existing structure without gaps or visible seams. North Georgia Elite Decks matches materials and finishes so the new porch looks like it was part of the original build. You will notice the difference immediately when stepping outside—no more mud tracked onto the deck during rain, and no more avoiding the porch because it feels unsafe or poorly built.

We install joists on proper spacing to prevent bounce or flex, use galvanized fasteners that resist rust, and build railings to code height with sturdy balusters. Covered porches include roofing materials that match your home, fascia boards that cover exposed framing, and gutters if needed to direct water away from the foundation. This service does not include electrical wiring for fans or lights, but we can frame openings and coordinate with electricians if you plan to add those features later.

Homeowners planning a custom porch often want to know about design flexibility, material choices, and how long construction will take from start to finish.

What is the difference between a covered porch and an open porch?

A covered porch includes a roof structure that provides shade and rain protection, while an open porch has no overhead covering. Covered porches require additional framing and roofing work.

How deep should a front porch be for furniture?

You need at least six feet of depth to fit chairs and a small table comfortably. Eight to ten feet allows for larger seating arrangements and walking space behind the furniture.

What type of foundation does a custom porch require?

Most porches use concrete footings below the frost line with posts or piers supporting the frame. The depth and spacing depend on soil conditions and the porch's size and roof load.

Why do some porches have steps on one side only?

Steps are placed where they provide the most direct access to walkways or driveways. Adding steps on multiple sides increases cost and may not be necessary depending on your yard layout.

When should you build a porch instead of extending a deck?

You should build a porch when you want a structure closer to ground level, integrated with the home's entry, or when you need a covered space. Decks work better for elevated outdoor areas in the backyard.

A well-built custom porch changes how you use your home's exterior and adds functional square footage without the cost of interior renovations. Reach out to start planning a porch that fits your property and meets your outdoor living goals.