Double up every 4’ then your decking of choice always lands on a full 1 1/2”, it takes care of the rim joist and the deck at the same time . You don’t want your decking to break on A single joist like you spoke of on the rim . Looks clean .

I gotta try this. Have always traced my stringer patty onto the facia and it never comes out like I want it to.

As durable as it may be, all I'm seeing when staring at that beaut, is gigantic $ signs all over the place. 😂 I'd hate to see the lumber bill on that build.. shwooooo

Have you tried the treated LVL from PWT for Stringers, beams, and joists? Reach out to me. Thank you, Chadd

Is this the song that's gonna be in everything for the next month or two?

Suggestion. Step cut two 2x10s to attach the treads to and laminate a full dimension 2x10 on the outside each. The way it is now [even doubled up] the cuts look to be too deep [less than a 2x4]. You may have to add post half way up the run for extra support, If it is bouncy or deflects.

Can you do a step by step video on how to do stringers??

A big long router bit maybe could make it easier?

Would never fit a spa to a deck again. The hole is specific to that tub ONLY & they don’t last forever….ask me how I know

Nice! How king were some of the longest boards that you used? I don’t see and joints that’s good! Nice work!

that hot tub setup was sick man!! love this shit

Mr George said if they don't like this they don't like cheeseburgers.😊

Come to think about it, it was you

It's on a farm. I know for a fact that most farmers see soooo many shelves to store things they may need

I thought it was creaking from you walking on it till you rounded the corner and guy was hammering.

Terrific detail. Also, lots of work. I plant grass and/or place paver stones over gravel.

Sort of agree with you. It may be overkill but I typically would double the outside rim joist and stagger the joints. Also once the deck boards are on , it will be almost impossible to separate the rim joist anyway.

Heck I’d work another hour for you. That’s call respect for the company owner and respect for the job you have. Although tough to do release this guy you will be better off long term. There are workers like that that know nothing of operating a business. Just pay him and be a Christ like person.

Never head that called a fascia😂

I’ve found it’s quicker to use pocket screws and glue. And you only need a battery drill and a pocket hole kit instead of a biscuit jointer with a cord so it’s less tools to break out for me. Pocket screws are cheap, I buy them in a 2500 ct box the blue outdoor rated ones. If you’re near salt water you have to use stainless then they aren’t so cheap. I like that instead of having to biscuit two pieces, you just have to drill the pocket holes in one. Either way I wouldn’t call this method wrong and I commend you for doing something to get a good looking end result that will last a long time. I use 2p10 glue but no activator is needed.

This is building :) good shit!

Cool method. I'm having a hard time seeing what you are using for posts. Are those wood 4x4 or steel?

That’s an awesome job !

Wish my hands were that steady. Well done.

So you're getting screwed both ways huh? Hmmmm😂

15-20 years ago, the industry transition treatment formulas for Southern Pine and there were lots of failures. Based on the presence of hand nails in this deck, it’s a minimum of 25-if not 35-years old. - Might tape have helped (or back then, tarpaper)? Maybe. I think time went by.

I think I get what you’re doing. I don’t think it’s for me, but I love the creativity and eye for detail. It takes someone ho cares for their craft and their customers to get creative.

How long is this one gonna take…a couple of months?

This is why you hire a pro

Well that’s illegal lol

No mask poor lungs 🫁

Cool nailer. Code where I am says blocking must be full joist depth.

Shoot me the link for the nailer

Where can i find this nailer?

Don't know how to use a razor knife???

What a mess 😂😂

Not smart guy

Good for the lungs

That’s what shovels are for.

Damn

So do you add a double 2 x 10 on the inside to be able to put a hangers on?

Once you said fascia I realized ive been doing that for years, but never thought about it on the deck. Thanks man.

If you don't know, then it doesn't matter and it is a waste of money. If there is no appreciable difference between with and without it's placebo and you're buying, or selling, snake oil.

No matter what you still have a screw hole going through the tape. I just don't see tape being a magic cure.

Construction has to be a profitable business. In my day I built a shop for printing!

Considering that termite damage probably not.

Doesn't take that long to do, may as well do it anyways if you call yourself a professional. With how much I charge, you bet I do gtape on all joists and blocking.

My boss would’ve snatched that router and tried doing it himself fucking up the project and in turn breaking the router… 🤣 good job sir

Or you can just pop a line. Track saws are cool too though.

Let alone would it take far more time to cut every piece perfect, this way you might be able to use more cutoffs when your not worrying about it being an inch or two short