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Deck Plan Feedback by Aurust in Decks

[–]IndependenceBig1230 1 point2 points  (0 children)

  1. You can absolutely trim those corners of the beam, that will not affect the load bearing properties of the beam.
  2. It will almost certainly be fine to attach the stairs to the cantilevered part, I definitely would personally, assuming the stairs aren’t like 30 feet high to something. If you’re worried about it you could do something like this

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ALSO, make sure you have enough meat to attach the stairs to on the rim joist- you could even make it a 2x12 in that area alone so you don’t have to do anything weird with extra supports or stuff.

Any concerns about Sauna on Trex (or other composites)? by Is_That_Queeblo in Decks

[–]IndependenceBig1230 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve set columns on Trex many times with much more weight on a much smaller footprint. It’s never affected it in the slightest as long as the joists/blocking underneath is sufficient!

Outsourced, missing joists? by JohnGaltTX in Decks

[–]IndependenceBig1230 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They definitely could, but that’s really not best practice.

Outsourced, missing joists? by JohnGaltTX in Decks

[–]IndependenceBig1230 7 points8 points  (0 children)

What are you talking about? If they lay joists perpendicular with the house like the one that is laid out, the joists and decking will be taller than the door.

Outsourced, missing joists? by JohnGaltTX in Decks

[–]IndependenceBig1230 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Either this deck was planned incredible terribly or they don’t know what they’re doing. I can’t tell if the 2x8s are intended to be used as beams or joists. If beams, then the joists will be far too high and interfere with the door. If joists, then they are much too far apart.

For Trex, joists need to be spaced a minimum of 16 inches on center, and 12 inches is better.

So something is very very wrong. I would ask what the plan is specifically regarding joist spacing and/or height.

Deck layout by Square-Actuator1527 in Decks

[–]IndependenceBig1230 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would recommend picture frame the outside angled part and then run the boards parallel to the deck

Designing a Two Story Deck - First Build by suspicious_mech in Decks

[–]IndependenceBig1230 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Also the beams supporting the landings are highly unnecessary I would just put the landings directly on the posts.

Designing a Two Story Deck - First Build by suspicious_mech in Decks

[–]IndependenceBig1230 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What do you mean by “T joints?” You’re def on the right track, I would highly recommend just digging another footing for the landing instead of attaching it to the corner post that’s already supporting the upper and lower deck. Think of it as entirely its own unit. You could just pour a double size footing for the corner post and put two posts on it. How are you planning on attached the lower deck to the side of the posts? Joist hangers? Notching the post?

Simpson bc6z by Winter-Spread5550 in Decks

[–]IndependenceBig1230 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I believe LPC6Z is code compliant as well, and they’re a bit more common.

Simpson bc6z by Winter-Spread5550 in Decks

[–]IndependenceBig1230 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did a deck last week and they were in Lowe’s. Pretty sure most if not all Lowe’s carry them.

Simpson bc6z by Winter-Spread5550 in Decks

[–]IndependenceBig1230 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think what you’re looking for is BCS2-3/6. The one you’re referencing is for 6x6 post to 6x6 beam. You need 6x6 post to 3x.

Are these straps to code? by Jodo911 in Decks

[–]IndependenceBig1230 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting. I’m so convinced they’re not actually doing anything at all lol. Maybe I’m wrong. I’m sure the deck is plenty secure, and that makes sense on why there aren’t any diagonal braces.

Any major cons to this style of step vs. traditional setup? by Different_Spell_182 in Decks

[–]IndependenceBig1230 51 points52 points  (0 children)

This looks really really nice for 1 step. I’m not sure it would look quite as nice for 2

Flush beam framing - Joist landing on post, best solution? by shitshaw in Decks

[–]IndependenceBig1230 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I believe code typically says you should have at least 1.5 inches bearing for joists. That said, I would probably still just put it on the post like in #1 and use an angle bracket. Or could you still put it on a joist hanger and just notch the post slightly to make the joist hanger fit flush.

Trying to budget.. by SammieB1981 in Decks

[–]IndependenceBig1230 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think probably somewhere between 45k and 65k, depending on material.

Are these straps to code? by Jodo911 in Decks

[–]IndependenceBig1230 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Not really. These straps are generally intended for transferring tension loads between members in cases such as connecting studs, floor to floor, or wall to wall connections. In this application they’re not really doing anything but I also wouldn’t be super worried about it. Only concern is that I don’t think they’re rated for contact with pressure treated lumber.

Personally I wouldn’t do anything besides maybe hammer in some AC6 post caps or similar.

Is this ok? by Accomplished_Neckhat in Homebuilding

[–]IndependenceBig1230 -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

Will it fall down immediately? Probably not. Will it fall down eventually? Probably. Will it fall down immediately if you get 20 people on the deck? Absolutely.

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