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  1. jar546

    DCA-6: The Unsung Hero of Deck Building - A Missed Opportunity in Code Integration

    DCA-6: The Unsung Hero of Deck Building - A Missed Opportunity in Code Integration? In the world of building codes and construction guidelines, the American Wood Council's DCA-6 manual stands out, yet its potential remains largely untapped. This article delves into the underutilization of DCA-6...
  2. cyberwombat

    Deck and house on frost line piers - do deck stairs need as well?

    Have pier and beam 30" down, building a deck and I know deck piers need to match. Unsure about the stairs to deck though. I'd like to simply pour a concrete pad. This post says no. Most of the IRC just talks about the deck itself and not deck stairs so not sure where that fits in. I see info...
  3. jar546

    Deck Collapses in the U.S.: Building Codes and Safety Concerns

    In the United States, reports of deck collapses seem to be increasingly common, raising questions about the efficacy and rigor of current building codes, particularly as they relate to deck construction and maintenance. While building codes vary slightly by state, the general framework remains...
    • jar546
    • Thread
    • deck codes deck collapse deck industry deck maintenance icc wood decks
    • Replies: 57
    • Forum: Industry News
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