Now that we’ve explored ledger attachments, let’s look at lateral load requirements, and not on handrail but on the ledger and joist diaphragm. According to the 2009 code, decks that were supported by attachment to an exterior wall were required to be “positively anchored to the primary structure and designed for both vertical and lateral... Read the full article| THISisCarpentry
DEAR GLENN: I’ve read many of your articles in JLC and I’ve watched videos on your website, too. You seem to be the go-to guy when it comes to deck construction. Maybe you can help me with my headache! I apologize if my rant is long (see below), but I’m hoping it’ll straighten out the issues... Read the full article| THISisCarpentry
Some people (mostly folks who live in big cities!) think that builders who live in small towns are behind the curve when it comes to technology and better building practices. But the truth is that every state in the U.S. is actively improving building codes, and through new requirements on everything from decks to framing... Read the full article| THISisCarpentry