Installing Main Support Beams and Ledger Boards
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What happens here
Workers begin installing the main support beams, which define the perimeter and primary load-bearing elements of the deck. These large timbers are carefully positioned, often resting on pre-installed concrete footings or attached to ledger boards (if the deck is connected to the house, though ledger installation isn't explicitly shown). The video shows individuals carrying long, heavy beams and setting them into place, marking the initial footprint of the deck.
Goal: Establish the deck's primary structural perimeter
Tools and materials
- Circular Saw — Cutting beams to precise lengths
- Fasteners — Securing beams together or to posts/footings (e.g., structural screws, carriage bolts, lag screws)
- Framing Square — Checking and ensuring square corners for the deck frame
- Level — Ensuring beams are horizontal and plumb
- Main Support Beams — Creating the primary load-bearing structure of the deck (e.g., 2x10, 2x12 pressure-treated lumber)
- Measuring Tape — Accurate measurement of beam lengths and positions