Decks, Patios, Porches and Docks - deck repair

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mquint
06-26-02, 01:56 PM
Can anyone help?
My deck is builded near my sewer it is 5' above the ground, I had to drain it last year.
The Problem: the ground has since settled and the deck is now sinking on one corner.
Is there away to fix-it without replacing the whole deck & what is required? Thanks

twelvepole
06-28-02, 05:49 PM
Check with your local building inspector for codes for deck structure and footings, permits, and inspections.

Perhaps you will be allowed to install footings and new support posts.

http://www.sustland.umn.edu/implement/deck_footings.html

http://doityourself.com/enjoyinghomes/workwithoutpermits.htm

4 pages about deck safety:

http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/exteriors/article/0,13422,212625,00.html