A Guide to Avoiding Common Deck Building Problems, by Virginia Decking . . However, for those ordering one or more sets of deck, screen porch or gazebo plans, we include it at no extra charge. We appreciate your business. The examples and questions below are taken directly from this very informative guide.
People expect to step down when leaving a house.
A flush deck may make folks stumble. A small elevation difference at the house will tend to keep leaves, snow and debris from blowing into your house when you open the door. Run screen over your floor joists in the area of your future porch. Then attach your decking. The structure under these future load bearing walls will need to be beefed up to handle the extra loading when the porch is built.