Jordan
Deck
The current deck has
reached it's life cycle being 20 some years old and it's
time for a new and bigger deck. The current existing size of
this deck is 14' x 16'. On this project, I'll be lowering
the deck to ground level thus eliminating the need for a
railing as requested by the customer. I'll also be increasing
the size of the deck to 15' x 21'. I've also design the deck
to have a diagonal pattern. And with a decking piece
running down the middle [front to back], this eliminates any "butt joints"
thus giving the deck a clean crisp look.
A signature
feature to all the decks I build, is installing perimeter ribbon along
the edges. This eliminates the view of all end cuts and
gives the the deck the "picture framed appearance."
Before Pictures
Work Begins
Rot
is found after existing ledger is removed
A closer look reveals extensive damage
Time
to cut back plywood to make room for new ledger
This portion under the door will be replace (worse area)
Commercial grade flexible sealant to seal new rim joist
With sill cleaned and repaired, it's time for the new rim joist
With
rim joist in place and all rot remove, time to wrap
House wrap has been applied and now ready for siding
Ledger board is now fastened to foundation
Cement piers in place and beam built & ready to support
Deck
has been framed with 2x10
floor joist
Deck is framed and ready for decking.
Cement pad for steps
Cement pad is poured and ready for steps
Decking ribbon around perimeter now in place
Closer look at the ribbon
Step frame & platform framing complete
Setting platform
Platform ready for decking
Just need to complete right side steps at this point
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