Porch Repair & Restoration
Repairs and rebuilds matched to your house's era, not a generic patch job. We fix what's actually failing underneath before anything gets a fresh coat of paint on top.
What's included
We probe framing, sills, and posts to find hidden rot and moisture damage before quoting any work.
Weak or rotted joists get sistered with new lumber or fully replaced depending on how far the damage has spread.
On older homes we match existing turned posts, spindles, and trim profiles instead of swapping in generic modern stock.
Sagging floors get re-leveled and properly re-supported so doors and steps line up correctly again.
Cracked or spalling brick and stone piers are repointed or rebuilt to carry the load safely.
If the original construction predates current railing height or spacing code, we bring it up to standard during the repair.
Materials
On older homes we source or mill trim to match existing profiles so a repair doesn't stand out against the rest of the porch.
From first call to done right.
Inspection and diagnosis
We identify every point of rot, movement, or structural weakness, not just the spot that prompted the call.
Scope and written estimate
You get a clear breakdown of what's being repaired versus replaced before we schedule the work.
Repair or rebuild
Our crew replaces failed material, re-levels the structure, and matches existing details as they go.
Final walkthrough and touch-up
We check every repair with you and handle any paint or stain touch-up needed to blend the work in.
"We thought the whole porch needed replacing but they found it was really just the sill and two joists rotted from an old gutter leak."
S. Novak · Rochester
Porch Repair & Restoration FAQs
How do I know if my porch needs a repair or a full rebuild?
If the framing and footings are still sound and it's mainly surface rot or a few bad boards, repair is usually enough. We'll tell you honestly during the inspection if a rebuild would actually cost less long-term.
Can you fix ice and snow damage from this past winter?
Yes, ice dam backup and heavy snow load are common causes of porch roof and railing damage we repair every spring.
Do you work on porches for historic or older homes?
Regularly. We match spindle, post, and trim profiles to the home's era rather than defaulting to modern stock lumber.
Will my homeowner's insurance help cover porch repair?
Sometimes, if the damage traces to a covered event like a storm or fallen tree limb. We provide a detailed written estimate you can submit to your carrier.
More porches services
Start with a free estimate.
On-site visit, written quote, usually within 48 hours.