Intro - Prep - Tools and Materials - Ledger - Holes - Attach Ledger - Joists - Foundation - Set Pier - Girders - Layout Joists - Install Joists - Deck Boards - Cutting Ends - Facing - Railing - Waterproof
Tools
- Framing hammer
- Shovel
- Torpedo level
- Wheelbarrow or pan
- 4’ level
- Plumb bob
- Cement hoe
- Pencil
- Trowel
- Nail pouch
- Pry bar
- Safety goggles
- Caulking gun
- Ear plugs
- Extension cords
- First aid kit
- Socket or crescent wrench
- Framing square
- Combination square
- Power saw
- Tape measure
- Handsaw Sawhorses
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Materials
- Pier blocks
- Post anchors
- HDG nails
- Railing stock
- HDG lag bolts or screws
- Flashing (if needed)
- Decking
- Ledger board
- Girder stock
- Band joists
- Joist stock
- Silicon caulk
- Post stock
- Water-repellant
- Joist hangers sealer
- Joist hanger nails
- Nylon string
- Right-angle brackets
- Ready-mix concrete
- Post caps
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