Ensure that low-clearance decking does not render your home's foundation access unreachable.
A deck is being attached to the house, hovering anywhere from 1 to 10 feet off the ground.
HVAC condensing units, basement egress windows, crawlspace access doors, and hose bibs.
Physically walk the perimeter of the house where the deck will go.
You might think you can just crawl under the deck later, but once joists and decking are on, a 2-foot clearance becomes a dark, unnavigable trap.
If an HVAC unit is trapped under a deck without proper airflow, it will burn out prematurely. Replacing it requires dismantling the deck above it.
During architectural drafting. Ensure the deck height and layout respect the clearance requirements of all house systems.
Contact a Deck Contractor before you cover.
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