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Assess and Remove Old Ledger

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DECK FRAMING - How To Install A Deck Ledger Board

What happens here

The video begins with an assessment of the existing deck ledger board, which is found to be severely rotted due to a lack of proper flashing. The presenter highlights the extensive damage to the underlying 1x sheathing. He then proceeds, with his team, to remove the remaining old ledger board and any compromised wood components using hammers and pry bars. They note that the rot fortunately did not penetrate the interior framing, attributing this to the presence of a foam insulation board behind the sheathing.

Goal: Remove damaged ledger and expose underlying structure.

Tools and materials

  • Hammer — Removing old wood components and driving nails
  • Pry Bar — Prying off old wood components and dislodging nails
  • Old deck ledger board N/A — The existing, damaged structure to be removed
  • Rotten 1x sheathing N/A — Damaged wood siding components found behind the ledger