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		<title>What not to do during deck construction &#8211; Part 2</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 02 Mar 2013 10:03:47 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[When constructing a deck around a cantilevered floor structure, you should never attach the deck ledger directly to the rim joist of the cantilevered area.  The above photo illustrates what can be the result.  On this particular project, the deck pulled the floor system rim board of the I-joists and created an opening for water and animals to enter.  Note the water damaged OSB sheathing on the underside.  Also not shown, chipmunks had entered the home and stored their winter&#8217;s reserve in the joist bays.  Ouch! Another problem illustrated by the photo is the weight of the deck causes catastrophic failure of the deck ledger/cantilevered floor structure connection.  Notice how low the deck joist (on the right) is relative to the home&#8217;s cantilevered floor structure.  As the weight of the deck was imposed on the home&#8217;s cantilevered floor structure, the cantilevered floor structure connection failed.  This floor system failure allowed the deck to sag or sink, and also created structural and water problems for the home. There are several alternatives to connecting a deck directly to a cantilevered floor structure.      Lower the deck to allow the deck structure to run under the cantilevered area      Remove the floor structure rim joist and allow the deck joists to bear on the wall of the home      Employ proper framing techniques to allow the deck to be supported by members outside of the cantilevered area &#160;]]></description>
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		<title>New Cost vs. Value report available</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 18 Feb 2013 12:20:09 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The 2013 Cost vs. Value remodeling report is now available.  Although the Ohio area didn&#8217;t see improvements equaling those of the national averages, we did see improvements on your project dollars returned in resale values.  Click here to find the full report at Remodeling Magazine.]]></description>
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		<title>What not to do during deck construction &#8211; Part 1</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 19 Jan 2013 13:42:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Michael Gabriel, TLC Builders, LLC, 937-925-2515, www.tlcbuildersllc.com</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[In this series, I would like to highlight &#8220;What not to do during deck construction.&#8221;  The photos and topics are items we see repeatedly as a contractor hired to fix the problem. This particular post addresses the deck connection to the home.  We typically call the board touching the structure a ledger board.  As you can see in the featured photo, the ledger board of this deck has been directly connected to the brick veneer of the home.  Why is this a big deal?  One must realize that the brick veneer is not structural; meaning, it is intended to look nice, protect the structure from the elements, and hold itself upright &#8211; THAT&#8217;S IT!  Connecting a deck directly to the veneer can cause a deck to collapse due to failure of this critical connection.  What happens?  The deck induces forces into the veneer that the veneer was not intended to deal with.  These forces can cause something as little as the veneer cracking at mortar joints, to the entire veneer being pulled from the structure it was intended to protect. Is there a solution?  ABSOLUTELY!  At TLC Builders we use a product by The Maine Deck Bracket Company along with lateral force brackets to transfer all the forces created by the deck structure into the floor structure of the home.  This type of connection provides a direct connection to the structural components of the home and provides a much safer alternative to connecting directly to a non-structural component.]]></description>
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		<title>&#8216;Tis the Season</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 03 Dec 2012 12:30:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Michael Gabriel, TLC Builders, LLC, 937-925-2515, www.tlcbuildersllc.com</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Decorating your deck for the Holidays &#8211; Oftentimes, the backyard deck is a forgotten wilderness when winter weather hits your area.  However, a simply decorated Christmas Tree set up in the corner will give your backyard deck some real holiday spirit. An artificial tree can be decorated and kept outdoors as long as the weather remains clear. A better option is to purchase a smaller, second live tree when purchasing your family&#8217;s indoor Christmas tree and decorating it with Christmas decorations that will not be damaged by rain or snow. Another option &#8211; place small Christmas wreathes on the railing of your deck to give is some flair! Help spread some Holiday cheer in your neighborhood, and always remember the REAL reason for the Season.  God Bless, and have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!]]></description>
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		<title>980 Sq Ft Composite Deck</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 10 Nov 2012 15:17:22 +0000</pubDate>
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		<title>Deck plank spacing is critical&#8230;</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 09 Nov 2012 13:45:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Michael Gabriel, TLC Builders, LLC, 937-925-2515, www.tlcbuildersllc.com</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Anytime a deck is being built, there should be special attention paid to deck plank spacing. Materials expand and contract at different rates. Here are some examples: concrete expands and contracts nearly twice as much as wood, and wood expands and contracts almost one and a half times more than most composites. All these factors make deck plank spacing a very important factor to consider while building a deck. If the deck planks are spaced too close, the material could &#8220;buckle&#8221;. If the deck planks are spaced too far apart, then you have unsightly gaps that never go away. The chart below is an illustration of the requirements for deck plank spacing from Timbertech, taken from the Timbertech Install Guide. The above chart gives the installer a reference for the total gap required between deck planks during installation based on outside temperatures. The gapping ensures the deck planks have sufficient space to grow or contract during climate changes. If these guidelines are not followed there could be significant product issues that will not be covered by the product warranty.]]></description>
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		<title>Prepare for Winter now</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 02 Nov 2012 11:20:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Michael Gabriel, TLC Builders, LLC, 937-925-2515, www.tlcbuildersllc.com</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Now is a great time to prepare your deck, sidewalks and porches for winter. It is much easier to remove all your potted plants, furniture, rugs and other items from these areas now, before the ice and snow arrive. This will aid in snow and ice removal and prevent damage to items and plants from ice and snow menting compounds. Another great tip for decks is to use a plastic shovel. Plastic shovels will help prevent damage caused by the shovel scratching and gouging the decking surface. Good luck and God Bless!]]></description>
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		<title>Treated Deck &amp; Pergola &#8211; Kettering OH</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 15 Sep 2012 16:07:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<title>Ipe Deck &amp; Pergola</title>
		<link>http://www.tlcbuildersllc.com/portfolio/ipe-deck-pergola/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 15 Sep 2012 16:05:12 +0000</pubDate>
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		<title>Ipe Deck &amp; Rails</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 15 Sep 2012 15:54:35 +0000</pubDate>
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