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Install and Level Deck Posts

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What happens here

Once the concrete in the footings has cured, pressure-treated 6x6 posts are installed. A string line is used to ensure all posts are perfectly aligned, and a specialized post level (or corner level) is attached to each post to verify plumbness on both axes. This allows for precise adjustment and backfilling to securely set the posts in place.

Goal: Securely set and perfectly plumb the support posts for the deck frame.

Tools and materials

  • 6x6 Pressure-Treated Posts — Main vertical supports for the deck, Post Level (Corner Level) Unknown

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on. Once the concrete is dry, the post can be put in place. So to make sure that we got these posts exactly on line, we're running a string line. And then each post has what is this called? A corner level, Frankie. Post level. I call it a post level. A post level. Okay. And you can see that we have the focus. We have the post level that way. And as one guy's watching it, you know, you can always uh one guy's always making sure it stays level. Yep. And as we back fill, we're getting a titch off. We can adjust it up.

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