08/19/2026
Finishing up a little re-deck project with my buddy Nash @ Brush & Hammer Co .
I wasn’t sure this one could be saved, but once we started a little selective demo, it became pretty clear: the only way to save the structure was to completely re-deck it and make the structural repairs while it was still worth repairing.
We’re protecting the new deck with joist tape, proper gapping, and good installation practices. Once the wood loses a little moisture, Nash and the boys will be back to stain and seal it.
Doggone good tip:
If the boards on top are getting soft, there’s a good chance the framing underneath has already started going too. Catch it early, and you can save a lot more good framing, than if you wait until the decking is trashed.
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