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As much as everyone loves to complain about red tape, building codes have a lot of useful info. Even if you're not going to pull permits (at your own risk) it's
by kevan 5y ago
As much as everyone loves to complain about red tape, building codes have a lot of useful info. Even if you're not going to pull permits (at your own risk) it's useful to be aware of what code requires and why. Specific examples from the post:
* Plywood thickness required for floor decking
* Min roof slope for asphalt shingles
* Drip edge, where it's required and how to install it
* Roof drainage - probably doesn't matter because California but as a general rule you never want to channel water towards your foundation.
In the grand scheme these are relatively minor. They'll probably need to demolish the thing when they sell the house long before the roof slope causes water issues.
- jacquesm 5y agoAnd related to this, but floor joists, roof construction and other carrying components (foundation) are all super important to get right.
- hinkley 5y agoAre termites a problem down there? Seems like he’s created a termite magnet with all that wood exposed to water damage.
- yurishimo 5y agoI thought the entire backyard was already brick/pavers? I doubt there are many termites hanging out on top of those waiting for some wood to get a little damp. If it was pressure treated, it should be fine to use those beams as a sort of footer on the pavers "foundation".
- hinkley 5y agoI was thinking more of the splashing back and forth between the house and the shed, getting in the siding and causing issues.
- thathndude 5y agoI raised an eyebrow at the roof choice as well. The roof slopes towards the foundation? Odd choice