Mount Ledger Board to House Wall

What happens here

Before attaching the ledger board, the structural stud layout on the house wall is marked. This ensures that the lag screws, which will hold the ledger board, penetrate directly into solid framing for maximum support. Workers then carefully lift and position the heavy, pre-assembled ledger board against the house wall, often requiring multiple people and ladders. Once aligned, full-size lag screws are driven through the ledger board and into the marked studs using an impact driver, securely fastening the ledger to the house. Some siding may need to be temporarily removed or cut to allow for proper ledger attachment.

Goal: Securely attach the prepared ledger board to the house's exterior framing.