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WE are in Oregon and have a 9x12 40-inc tall DECK THQT DOES NOT MEET
CODE AS THE CEMENT bLOCK SUPPORTS ARE NOT BELOW THE FROST LINE. IF
WE LOWER THE DECK TO 30 INCHES, WE ARE A-OK ACCORDING TO CODE. MY
QUESTION IS: WHAT WOULD IT TAKE TO AFFORDABLY LOWER THE DECK
WITHOUT TAKING IT ALL APART, BOARD BY BOARD? THX!~!~
Without seeing the deck, I can only offer some ideas. 9x12 is really not very large and probably does not weigh much more than a section of wall studs with exterior sheathing attached. These are often built flat on the deck and raised by a number of men and tipped into place. I would think four strong men could move the unit horizontally and tip it up on edge. It could be held in this vertical position with a few scrap 2x4s well staked in the ground. At this point, you could rework the supports to meet frost requirements or lower to your new height. Same fellas should be able to repostion the deck and reattach as required. Sounds like a good opportunity to offer beer and harbeque when the job is done.
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Dan Griffin
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I can answer almost all questions related to the total construction process. My expertise is in commercial construction, though I can field most any residential question. I have hands on experience in concrete, heavy equipment, masonry, all phases of carpentry, interior finishes, and I am fairly strong in mechanical and electrical.
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I have over 20 years experience as a commercial carpenter and commercial construction superintendent. I have another 20 years experience in facility management for a major school district.
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