Gable dormer addition

Thinking about adding a dormer to your 1 1/2-story home? Discover the minimum roof pitch needed for dormers in 2024. Learn how these additions can boost your living space, bring in more natural light, and enhance your home's functionality. Ready to transform your attic? Click to explore dormer options now!

A gabled roof looks great from the outside and adds space and light inside.

A well-planned construction sequence contains the debris and keeps the rain out of the house.

Types of dormers guide with what they are, benefits, designs, houses that use a dormer, cost and if they add resale value to a home.

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Adding a shed dormer extends living space, provides light, and expands headspace. A dormer window gives visual interest and adds balance to your home.

A dormer house offers many benefits both practically and aesthetically. But that doesn’t mean that they are for you. It can be hard to decide if you want one. Especially, if you don’t know what kind of dormer house you like.

Traditional Nantucket Dormer - to add to rear shed dormer and/or new one in front

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