Custom Porticos
Elevate Your Home’s Entrance & Curb Appeal
Custom porticos in the Chicago area are one of the most effective ways to transform your home’s entryway. In addition, they immediately improve curb appeal while protecting your front door from rain, snow, and harsh weather. At Great American Exteriors, we design and build custom front entry porticos that create a welcoming architectural focal point. As a result, your entryway becomes more inviting while also gaining year-round protection from the elements. Furthermore, homeowners can choose from classic columned designs or completely custom portico styles. Most importantly, a professionally designed portico enhances your home’s beauty and can significantly increase its overall value.
GREAT AMERICAN EXTERIORS PORTICO BENEFITS
Custom Front Entry Porticos Designed for Chicago Area Homes
- Protection from Elements: A portico provides shelter from rain, snow, and harsh weather conditions, allowing you and your guests to enter and exit your home without being exposed to the elements.
- Increased Home Value: Adding a portico can increase the market value of your home, as it enhances its overall aesthetic and functionality, making it more desirable to potential buyers.
- Architectural Focal Point: A well-designed portico can serve as a striking architectural feature, adding character and charm to the exterior of your home.
- Added Outdoor Space: A portico can create a small outdoor sitting area or space for potted plants and decor, allowing you to enjoy the outdoors while remaining sheltered.
- Protection for Doors and Windows: A portico helps protect your front door and adjacent windows from direct sunlight, rain, and other weather elements, reducing their exposure to potential damage or deterioration.
- Convenience and Functionality: Having a portico offers convenience when entering or leaving your home, as you can pause to find your keys, greet guests, or take off and store umbrellas before stepping inside.
- Historical and Cultural Significance: Porticos have a rich architectural history and are often associated with classical and traditional styles, adding a touch of timeless elegance to your home and paying homage to architectural traditions.
PORTICO RESTORATIONS
POST STYLES
Standard
Box Post
Box Tapered
Round
Custom
Stone/Brick
FAQ’s
In most municipalities, adding a portico does require a building permit because it alters the roofline and structure of your home. Our team handles the entire permitting process from start to finish to ensure everything is built strictly to local codes. Check out our porticos.
Absolutely. We design and build custom porticos tailored to your home’s unique architecture. From the roofing materials to the columns and trim, we ensure the new addition looks like an original, seamless part of your house. See our gallery of porticos.
Portico costs vary based on size, design, materials, and structural requirements. Most homeowners can expect to invest $8,000 to $20,000+ installed. We provide detailed, no-obligation estimates to help you design the right fit for your home and budget.
Yes, Great American Exteriors is fully insured for your peace of mind and protection. We carry comprehensive general liability insurance (Country Mutual Insurance Policy # AB9112233).
Yes. Because building a portico involves altering the exterior structure and roofline of your home, local municipalities require a building permit. Our team at Great American Exteriors will handle the entire permitting process, ensuring the design meets all local building codes and setback requirements.
Absolutely. A portico should look like it was part of the original architectural design, not an afterthought. We custom-design every portico project to perfectly complement your home’s unique character, seamlessly matching the roof pitch, shingles, trim, and siding materials.
WARRANTY
NO-NONSENSE LIFETIME WARRANTY
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