I’ve heard this question many times: Can you build a deck in front of an egress window? Actually, maybe you can. I’ve seen this come up during plan reviews, inspections, and conversations with homeowners more times than I can count. Someone notices a basement emergency escape window under a proposed deck and immediately says the … Read more
Questions about a deck beam to post connection come up on jobsites all the time. I’ve seen this argument more times than I can count. A contractor points to a deck that has been standing for 20 or 30 years without a problem. The beam is bolted to the side of a post, the deck … Read more
Understanding the IRC Structural Connection Requirement A deck ledger attached to brick veneer is a condition that frequently fails inspection. The IRC deck ledger provisions assume the ledger connects directly to structural framing, typically the band joist, not exterior cladding systems such as brick veneer. It looks secure. The bolts are tight. The ledger is … Read more
