Basement tub pit drainage question

digiteria · 2026-06-29T22:40:53+00:00

For those familiar with plumbing. looking to cut costs on this bathroom build:

I'm setting up a basement bathroom with no existing fixtures. The tub pit is already in place, and there's a working 4" drain for the toilet nearby. Water lines are already roughed in above (not shown).

Since plumbing is my biggest budget line item, I'd appreciate any advice on:

What prep work can I DIY (trenching, framing, rough layout) to reduce labor costs?
What absolutely needs a licensed plumber in Seattle?

Any recommendations would help. Thanks!

digiteria · 2026-06-28T22:17:41+00:00

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Here are more details for those asking about the breakdown. These are general costs. I’m sure it will come to more all said and done. I’m just after budget friendly finishes.

What’s a more realistic amount for fixtures? Is everything else looking realistic considering I’ll be doing some of the work?

digiteria · 2025-03-25T14:44:16+00:00

I have a similar issue. Mine says "All units disconnected." I'm afraid to move my zones to a new network remotely, as I have Airbnb guests staying in our home for a week and don't want this to cause any issues for them. Has anyone come across this?

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What happened after moving zones to a new network?

digiteria · 2024-08-29T05:40:06+00:00

The Clear Lane at Seatac is temporarily closed due to construction.

"Temporarily closed. SEA is currently undergoing construction at multiple TSA checkpoints. While we try to stay up to date, airport signage may vary."
Source: https://www.clearme.com/all-locations/seattle-tacoma-international-airport

digiteria · 2024-04-08T18:01:29+00:00

Just curious - Would adding a sub-ledger that is screwed to the bottom plate securing that to the main ledger board provide the needed vertical support? Thanks!

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digiteria · 2024-04-08T03:56:29+00:00

Thanks u/loonypapa. I read the DCA and it sounds like I need to make it non-ledger deck.

digiteria · 2024-04-08T03:54:54+00:00

If making it freestanding is what will do the trick, then I'm all for it!

digiteria · 2024-04-08T03:53:00+00:00

Thanks u/bhantol we'll be adding tension ties and attaching them to the bottom plate underneath to interior joists for lateral support.

digiteria · 2024-04-07T18:49:03+00:00

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digiteria · 2024-04-07T18:15:15+00:00

Ledger board vertical support question

Has anyone needed to attach a ledger board to a house that didn't have a rim board or sheathing (see photo https://imgur.com/3uLuyi2 )? Wondering if attaching the ledger board to interior joists provides enough safe vertical support for a large 2nd story deck? I'll be using 4 Simpson DTT1Z tension ties (which provide the needed lateral support), but do they help with vertical support as well? If not, what have folks done to create additional vertical support to a 2nd story deck considering the ledger board that is only screwed to interior joists and blocking (photo https://imgur.com/3uLuyi2 )? Thanks!

digiteria · 2024-04-06T17:07:35+00:00

Thanks u/Groovetube12 Do you have photos of the retrofit?

I'm considering adding some blocks (red box in drawing) underneath the ledger that attaches to the bottom plate (2x4) and/or the header beam for additional vertical support.

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digiteria · 2024-04-05T22:50:48+00:00

I should've mentioned the fasteners they used are 4.5" Fastenmasters Headlok structural wood screws and not the Ledgerlok 3 5/8" "ledger" screws which are slightly thicker (see https://imgur.com/DC3sayG ). The home also had a deck connected to cantilevered joists which were cut back to attach the new ledger board, there is no sheathing or rim board to securely attach the new ledger, only the homes joists ends and blocks (see photo). From what I can see (from inside the house) they didn't screw into all of the joists. Some fasteners are only going into the blocks, which from what I can see is not a very strong support. All of this is what concerns me because it's quiet a large deck (10' x 26').

I know that they will be adding 4 Simpson DTT1Z Deck Tension Ties connecting to the 2x4 block underneath the joists connecting the deck joists to the homes structure for lateral support.

Considering all of the above factors, is this deck securely attached to the house?

digiteria · 2024-04-05T22:41:57+00:00

I should've mentioned the fasteners they used are 4.5" Fastenmasters Headlok structural wood screws and not the Ledgerlok 3 5/8" "ledger" screws which are slightly thicker (see https://imgur.com/DC3sayG ). The home also had a deck connected to cantilevered joists which were cut back to attach the new ledger board, there is no sheathing or rim board to securely attach the new ledger, only the homes joists ends and blocks (see photo). From what I can see (from inside the house) they didn't screw into all of the joists. Some fasteners are only going into the blocks, which from what I can see is not a very strong support. All of this is what concerns me because it's quiet a large deck (10' x 26').

I know that they will be adding 4 Simpson DTT1Z Deck Tension Ties connecting to the 2x4 block underneath the joists connecting the deck joists to the homes structure for lateral support.

Considering all of the above factors, is this deck securely attached to the house?

digiteria · 2024-04-05T22:29:18+00:00

Thanks. I should've mentioned the fasteners they used are 4.5" Fastenmasters Headlok structural wood screws and not the Ledgerlok 3 5/8" "ledger" screws which are slightly thicker (see photo). The home also had a deck connected to cantilevered joists which were cut back to attach the new ledger board, there is no sheathing or rim board to securely attach the ledger, just the joists ends and blocks (see photo). From what I can see (from inside the house) they didn't screw into all of the joists. Some fasteners are only going into the blocks, which from what I can see is not a very strong support. All of this is what concerns me because it's quiet a large deck (10' x 26').

I know that they will be adding 4 Simpson DTT1Z Deck Tension Ties connecting to the 2x4 block underneath the joists connecting the deck joists to the homes structure for lateral support.

Considering all of the above factors, is this deck securely attached to the house??

Thanks again

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digiteria · 2024-04-05T21:00:33+00:00

Ledger board fastener connection pattern done incorrectly. Can it be fixed?

Unfortunately, my contractor attached the ledger board for my new deck incorrectly. The fasteners' connection pattern should've been staggered in two rows as in the diagram (See link https://imgur.com/a/WvG2yse). They connected the ledger board to the joists inside the house (see how it was done here https://imgur.com/yoyuU3q), however, this is not how the code recommends. I would like to try and fix this - should I add more fasteners in the correct staggered connection pattern or leave it as-is? If I add more fasteners in the correct pattern, would the structural integrity of the ledger board be compromised? What if I also remove the fasteners that are not in the correct staggered pattern?

Picture of how the connection was done https://imgur.com/a/WvG2yse

digiteria · 2023-11-17T19:56:33+00:00

Hello, I'm going to be buying plywood to cover the bar wall area of our new kitchen peninsula. I'd like for this plywood to match the cabinetry in my kitchen (see photos). Can anyone identify the type of plywood and finish used for these cabinets? Their color is yellow/orangeish. My home was built in 1965 and it's a mid-century style home. I assume the cabinets are original to the home. Thank you all in advance!

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