AboutEugene Clayton Expertise I would be happy to answer any question reguarding the construction of decks, composites verses natural materials, structure support systems,railing applications,stair design, how to figure stairs etc.. Pretty much anything that has to do with decks and or porches.
Experience I have been in the construction industry for over 26 years including new home construction, custom deck and screen porches. Most of my expertise is from framing custom homes for over 20 years. I now own and opperate a very successful custom deck and screen porch company in Atlanta Ga. Along with my Brother.
Question We are building a deck near a river and the ground is usually wet and moving. The question I have is regarding the cement footing vs the floating footing to avoid movement.
Answer Hello Melissa,
I don't think I follow you what is a floating footing? I once built a deck near a creek that flooded often, and we use concrete footings but when we set the 6x6 support posts in the concrete we first drilled holes in the end sides of the 6x6 and slid rebar through the holes. We then attached the deck with hidden joist hangers post straps and screwed the decking down, I guarantee that deck is flood proof, water run right over it like it was a rock.
