http://renovatedsm.com/node/99 Comments for "Building a Deck - Process Overview" en http://renovatedsm.com/node/99 <p>The procedure for building a deck is roughly as follows:</p> <ol> <li><b>Drawings and Permit</b></p> <li><b>Lists</b> - Make lists of the materials you will need (add in about 10%-15% for waste) and the tools you will need. <li><b>Rough Layout</b> - Block out the approximate shape of your deck using 2x4's or string and stakes. <li><b>Dig Footings</b> - In Des Moines, footings must be a minimum of 36" deep to get below the frost line. <li><b>Hole Inspection</b> - The building inspector may need to stop by to measure the depth of the holes before you pour any concrete.<br /> <p><a href="http://renovatedsm.com/node/99">read more</a></p> http://renovatedsm.com/node/99#comments Exterior How To Thu, 23 Aug 2007 20:35:54 -0700 RenovateDSM 99 at http://renovatedsm.com