Remove Decking and Inspect Substructure

What happens here

With the overhead structure cleared, workers proceed to remove the surface decking boards. This exposes the underlying wooden joist frame of the deck. This step is crucial for inspecting the existing substructure for any rot, damage, or inadequacy that might need repair or reinforcement before the new roof is built upon it. One worker is seen carrying a long wooden beam across the exposed joists, which could be either a removed piece or new material being staged.

Goal: Expose and inspect the deck's joist substructure for integrity and to prepare for new framing.