
Effective Commercial Roof Maintenance Strategies
February 27, 2025
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Flat Roof Blog post
Floating decks can be placed on the ground or, better still, on a gravel bed. However, concrete blocks are the finest way to support the deck. Because the wood is kept off the ground and away from moisture, it remains drier and lasts longer. You can either buy specific deck support blocks or utilize conventional solid concrete blocks, which are less expensive and have a lower profile.
Wood decks that float on the ground and are not attached to any building, including your home, are known as floating decks. They’re also known as freestanding decks, and they’re considerably easier to build than traditional attached decks, and they usually don’t require a building permit as long as they’re not higher than 30 inches over the adjoining level. If the walking surface of the deck is less than 30 inches above the ground, no railing is required.
A floating deck, on the other hand, should be kept as low as possible. Even a fall from a height of 12 inches or less might twist an ankle or result in a more serious injury.
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