Deck building, Siding August 23, 2019 How to Properly Replace a Rotted Deck Support Post Replacing or refacing rotted wood support posts is the most important part of maintaining your deck. Here is a detailed guide on how to do this repair successfully
How To Replace A Rotted Deck Post支撑
Assess the Damage:
Check how much rot there is before going ahead. When the post is excessively damaged then it needs to be replaced.
Excavate the Area:
Dig around the base of the rotted post. This may require removing concrete if it is buried in that.
Remove the Old Post:
Now once the old post is exposed, cut off any brackets or support beams it’s connected to. If poured in concrete, you will probably have to use a jackhammer or sledge hammer etc. and this is not pleasant process at all,,
Install New Concrete Footing:
Sonotube for a New Footing A hole is dug to the frost line or more likely stable soil, and sonotube set upright.
Top it up with concrete, making sure that is level and accessible for curing.
Attach New Post:
Once the concrete is set, install a new post with metal brackets for extra in-place. Reconnect any deck joists or beams, and make sure it is plumb and secure.
Backfill and Clean Up:
Fill in the surrounding area with soil and compact it to make sure no space is empty. Remove any solids resulting from the excavation.
Considerations
Weather: You want to make sure that the weather is appropriate for concrete cure.deck repair (ad)
Check Local Codes: Your local building codes may require depth of post completely or in certain soil condition and also it is possible that the materials.
Safety Measures: Be careful and be sure to use the protective equipment when operating any kind of power tools or heavy machinery.
Following these steps you will be able to replace this post and make your deck safe again.
