An engineer explains how to apply the tributary-area approach contained within IRC... More
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Glenn Mathewson breaks down coming changes to the deck code in the next edition of... More
Mike Guertin says that “up-sizing” deck joists so that they exceed code... More
Glenn Mathewson digs into the new code requirements for installing concrete... More
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If the guardrail on your client's deck stairs isn't graspable, you may need to add... More
Glenn Mathewson explains the new code requirements for guards and handrails on decks. More
Get up to speed on DCA6's best practices for designing and building residential... More
Glenn Mathewson on why deck builders should care about the 2024 International... More
