Our deck plans include color coded footing dimensions to precisely and easily lay out your frost footings using the triangulation method.
Footing sizes and locations engineered for 1500 PSI soil compression capacity.
Porch plans also include the roof plan page which clearly lays out the porch roof construction with an overhead, side, front, and section view of the porch roof. We give you the length and angle for the hand framed rafters. Our porch plans are designed in accordance with 2006 IRC code to support 80 lbs per square foot loading.
Decks.com has created a 4 page Typical Porch Detail Binder which provides full color descriptive details for the subjects of roof framing, soffits and fascia, tying into the house roof with a saddle or cricket, and the recommended roofing process.
Free Deck Construction Guide
Download Decks.com 10-page Deck Construction Guide. Based on the 2006 IRC this guide explains every detail of how to build a deck including ledger board attachment, frost footings, framing, stairs, and rails. A great resource for DIY builders, deck contractors, building inspectors and everyone in between.
Materials List Breakdowns
Our deck plans are engineered to maximize the efficient use of materials. This practice is environmentally responsible and more economical.
Our plans include detailed materials listing for each project. The itemized list is organized to reference specific parts of the deck plan (example: deck 1, stairs, rail, etc.)
Deck materials ordering is made simple with our printable complete materials list.
We include 10% extra material to account for waste, mistakes, and defective lumber.
Additional Information
Our plans are presented in an 11" x 17" format to provide adequate page space for 1/4 " scale representations and to include all of the necessary notes in our drawings. The larger page space makes reading the plans easier and allows space for inspectors to leave their plan review notes. You can also print the plans off on 8.5" x 11" or 8.5" x 14" paper.
For $79.99 we offer the option of mailing 3 - 11" x 17" sets of plans and 1 set of materials list and typical deck details to your house USPS 3 Day Ground Service.
Plans can be modified to your specifications for $99.95 per drawing (not to exceed 2 hours). If you are interested in a quote please call 1-678-436-3325 or e-mail support@decks.com
Always apply for building permits where required.
Frost footing depths are determined by climate conditions in your area. We do not specify frost footing depths or account for footing materials because they will be different for everyone. Always refer to local requirements when installing footing depths.
