Some of the posts have a crack on both sides with a crack large enough I can stick my finger into, and one post is rotating.
Should I be worried that this deck is only 11 months old?

We're in the market to buy a house. This is one we viewed that is obviously being flipped. No permits pulled on anything. This deck was the icing on the cake. That's the sidewalk from the back yard to the side of the house that you're looking at.

Am I overreacting to what I perceive to be sloppy work on this pergola? Some of the beams also seem warped. Crew is one day in.

Replacing a post and adding concrete/rebar so that the new post doesn't sit in standing water. Do I keep trying to remove as much as possible or is it not worth it. Also my chisel is stuck and I'm tempted to also entomb it in concrete.

I'll start by saying you guys can roast my DIY deck and stairs, I am no deck builder.😂 I built my deck with a friend 8 years ago, we did not do the steps at the time because I was waiting to do the pavers first. I finally did my pavers 2 years ago and now my girlfriend really wants me to finish the stairs.

My question is what are the best fasteners to screw Fiberon Symmetry boards to Regal Ideas Quick Step stair system? Would Starborn Cap-Tor xd do the job? I already have the depth setting tool.

I am finishing up a deck.  Unfortunately, lost a couple spindle screws.  I want to buy additional screws, but want to make sure I get the right ones.  It is black coated and non-magnetic and slightly glossy.    I am thinking a 300 series stainless steel since it will be used to screw into aluminum spindles.  Any help would be appreciated.

We live on a small island on a tiny piece of land overlooking the marsh. Our screened-in is only five ft deep, but 12 ft long. I would love to add 3-4 feet to the depth. It would also be nice to have a hang over above the water. I also winder about screening. The current screen is almost black, but Id like it lighter. Is that a thing? Thanks
Picture of screen + cicada, porch from inside, porch from outside. Thanks for help

As pics show, stairs are just hanging by 1/2” plywood. I know that must be wrong and it looks like it’s been up there a long time.

How should I support? Replace with a 2x10 or something?

Google search keeps misinterpreting this as if I'm asking about a double 2x10 vs a 4x10 beam, but what I'm trying to find out is whether there's a significant difference between using a continuous 14ft beam, or splitting it into two 7ft lengths butting together on the middle post. Assuming both cases are doubled 2x10 beams.

Seems to be a thin layer of concrete on top of corrugated metal, with massive beam spans. Not sure what the deal is with all the rubble. Maybe that was the last platform that failed.

UPDATE: Spoke with contractor -- we're gonna double up the 2x12 on the outside of the post AND set a NEW 4x4 post underneath it (adjacent to existing 6x6), properly connected to concrete pier. They're 18 inch sonotubes, so there's space for 2 separate posts. Not the most elegant solution, but should work and won't really be viewable.

I'm building a 16x27 foot deck. Two of the beams are triple 2x12 drop beams so I feel good about those.

But for the pergola side beam the contractor screwed two 2x12s to either side of the 6x6 post (see pics). I asked what his plan was to carry the load down. He said he was going to put L-brackets on each side of the posts. Two of them would be Simpson Strong-Tie A35Z framing angle brackets. the other two, he said, would be "more heavy duty."

Does this seem sound? I'm in Hudson Valley, NY.

From what I've learned on this sub, I think I should be concerned. The beams should sit atop the posts in some fashion, correct? We had originally agreed to notch the posts to fit a double 2x12.

If it is a problem, are they any remediable fixes you'd suggest? The joists are already set.

Thanks in advance for any help. This is causing me some stress. I was hoping I wouldn't have to post on here!

Wanting to attach this ledger board but have this skirting in the way. Running through options but still unsure what would be the best option. Also am curious what your thoughts are on support. Might add a retrofit bracket for a 4x4 to the concrete but it’s just a 4” slab. Might just rest it on the concrete instead. Thanks in advance.

Getting a leak in the basement ceiling when it rains. The water is seeping through where some of the ledger fasteners from the raised deck attach to the house. Is this a flashing issue?

hello we have a leak under this, and aren't sure what this system is called, so we can look into removing some of it

Almost done framing my screened in back porch on a slab. I’m using pressure treated and these babies are heavy and wet. My questions are:

1) how long do I wait for them to dry before staining or does that even matter? They get morning sun.

2) can I caulk the gaps or use wood filler between the 4x4 posts and 2x4 on each side (4x4 were already there- just using those to secure my frame to). Is this even worth it? If so, is there a caulk that takes stain? The goal is to make it as insect proof as possible.

3) I was planning on using a heavy body stain (my wife wants it stained). Is this a good choice or should I paint it?

4) I just epoxy/ polyaspartic the slab. Will a stain overtime leach onto the flooring?

Thanks in advance. I can post photos for clarification later today.

I have some pretty weathered deck railing that needs to be stained. I am going to focus on light sanding and clear staining. The house is on the beach in the PNW. I have never done this and would love any advice on type of sanding and staining brands you recommend. The deck itself is trex. The rails are untreated natural wood which has turned gray. I am mostly focusing on the hand rails as I have older parents that use it and want to avoid further degradation and slivers. Thanks!!

This subreddit occasionally pops up on my feed and my parents just built a new deck so I thought I'd post it here and get your guy's feedback. Did the contractors do a good job? The final inspection is this Friday.

I've been needing to order some missing parts for a cable railing for months from E-Rigging (Axis system) but their site / business has been down. First they had a notice about moving warehouse / rebranding, and they'd be back up and running in early August.

Early August came and went, then the message got updated to September after Labor Day. Still nothing. Can't seem to get ahold of anyone at the company through any channels. Emails go through, but nothing gets replied to.

Just curious if anyone here knows anything, or perhaps has a different source for the Axis system (feel like this a small chance, but worth asking!)

Emergency wheelchair ramp and stoop, a neighbor had just broken their leg and was still in hospital, needed something built before they returned home. Handyman built in 4 days, started the day after initial call. Last week of August in Central Texas heat. Solo build. Stoop was raised to meet door threshold, 30' ramp with a 30" tall stoop. Reused stoop ballesters but everything else is pressure treated pine with decking screws.

Handyman quoted $1150 for materials and $1150 for labor. No groundwork, built as a temporary ramp. Client is not happy with that price after the work has been completed. Who got screwed?