LeatherDonkey140

LeatherDonkey140 t1_je8jbko wrote

I would not do deck blocks…I would do a 24”x24x18” footing with a Simpson post base….and a couple of #4 bars horiz. And a bent one going from horiz to vert in center … I would also do a sono tube -8” above grade , burying posts is a bad idea even if ptdf…I build in Ca so frost not an issue, wood has no business sub grade, and deck blocks unless set in a footing are shit. I have built many decks this way, no issues.

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LeatherDonkey140 t1_jdxb0j3 wrote

Why don’t you pop your head into the attic(assuming it’s a 1 story) and see if there is any roof bracing/ purlins/posts bearing on that section of wall…that will tell you if it is load bearing….if it is a 2 story…call a SE.

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