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  1. Decks & Fencing
    I built a 18ft wide x 10ft off the house deck. Deck has double 2x10 rim joist with 2x8 joist 16in on center with 4 6x6 post that are notched and have 14in footings. I built this deck with a shed roof design in mind, but I mocked up the shed roof and not a fan of the look so I’m trying to switch...
  2. Decks & Fencing
    Removed a set of stairs coming from a cantilevered platform in front of front door going down to a small landing. The landing was attached to the house via a ledger on the brick (pictured). Unsure if it goes into to the block behind it but nothing visible in the basement. Nothing about the...
  3. Decks & Fencing
    Hello, I've had plans done up for a deck I'm putting together myself. The plans calls for a 6-ply 2x10 beam. It's 14' 6" long. It's supported by 2 posts, 2 feet in at each side. The builder did a smaller deck (walkout house) and this will be a larger addition to it. The smaller builder deck...
  4. Decks & Fencing
    We recently had a pool party on my friend's house. She has a outdoor deck and pool on the other side of the deck. People were using sunscreen and bug spray. However post the party we notice a white powdery stain with footprints on it which aren't going. The deck is made either of wood or...
  5. Decks & Fencing
    Hello, a friend of mine is starting a dock company and I am looking for an employee safety training packet specific to dock and deck building, working off a barge, around water, around a crane, proper lifting techniques etc. Any idea where someone could find something like that? Or would you be...
  6. Decks & Fencing
    I need to replace a wood patio door landing/step. The owner wants it black and they want it to be low maintenance. It doesn't seem that any of the major brands have a black product, there are some dark grays but the owner wants black to match the house trim. Does anyone make a black composite...
  7. Decks & Fencing
    Need help understanding the LEGAL rules around deck building. I am in Georgia, City of Alpharetta. Called the city and was told it needed to be a licensed RC or GC to be enforceable however I found an online... According to the Georgia Secretary of State’s Licensing Board for General and...
  8. Decks & Fencing
    Hi all! I recently had a customer ask me to extend their and their neighbours indentical decks. I am looking for ideas on attaching the beam and posts. I have a pretty good idea of what I am going to do but figured it wouldn't hurt to get some advice. No stairs, just looking to double the...
  9. Decks & Fencing
    First time poster here. I have what appears to be some rot on the edges of the boards on my deck. Is there anyway to "plug up" these holes, or do the entire planks need to be replaced at this point? I've attached two pictures with the problem areas circled in red. Thanks for your time.
  10. Decks & Fencing
    Just put this porch in last October (2021) and noticed today that this 6x6 has a substantial split occurring. I know treated lumber will split/check to a degree, but this one makes me a little concerned. Should I be concerned about the structural integrity of this post? Anything I can do to help...
  11. General Discussion
    Looking to use EPDM to waterproof under an existing deck. I’ve come across one article where you can retrofit the EPDM under the deck boards and attached to joists. Does anyone have any experience with doing it this way or any recommendations.I prefer to give it a try if possible so I do not...
  12. Decks & Fencing
    I just installed timbertech decking with the cortex screws and plugs, and a week later the homeowner texted me a picture of the plugs/screws and they were all puckering up or looked like it was bubbling up around all the plugs and screws. I've never had this issues and watched timertechs install...
  13. Decks & Fencing
    We purchased our home 3 years ago after it had been renovated by its previous owners. The deck on the portico almost immediately started peeling and flaking as it's in mostly full sun. I'm trying to figure out what product it is to see if there is a warranty on it but I can't seem to find it. Do...
  14. Decks & Fencing
    Anyone familiar with what this product might be? It’s some pretty cheap stuff used on a new construction in 2015. My vendors don’t seem to know, one thinks it’s a older Timbertech. It resembles some products Home Depot has for order online. Any leads would be awesome
  15. New Member Introductions
    Hi all! I am new to the forum. I am already learning a ton from everyone. I look forward to being even more a part of this community. I specifically work with Decks and Patios.
  16. Construction
    I have an unbranded capped composite deck that came with a house I purchased. 6 years ago we didn’t see any problems with it other than it was really slick when wet. Fast forward and the past 3 years a white film has been showing up. ive tried cleaning it with deckmax, simple green, CLR...
  17. Decks & Fencing
    Hi, I live in the Northeast and the contractor just finished the job. The concrete piers/posts are underwater and I've been told that's not a big deal. The stairs are also underwater too. Is this actually normal or not? The deck is noticeably sloped away from the house, but from what I read...
  18. General Discussion
    The deck is 340 sq ft. I also have to do 4 piles. The railing is out of treated lumber and is using 2x2 spindles
  19. Decks & Fencing
    Does anyone have experience with this material. I typically use Azek or TT XLM, but I have a client who plucked this stuff off a website and was intrigued by the wood grain options. It appears to be hollow PVC T&G with webbing - lighter in weight and I would guess absorbs a lot less heat...
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    I hope I spelled that right... :whistling Can I get the experts to check them out? I'd love to hear others ideas, Thanks! http://BandM-Services.com http://BandM-Services.com/Facebook (redirect)
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