I have a deck with a double girder resting on a notched 6" post. Unfortunately the girder was simply nailed to the post and has now separated from the post (see photo).
http://www.houserepairtalk.com/photo/girder-separated-from-notched-post-1500.html
I have in mind to repair this post and reinforce the others by adding two carriage bolts with washers to each post. Is this the right approach? Am I ok to just go ahead and do this or should I consult an engineer or something? The deck feels very stable but I just want to be sure if I ever have a party or something that it does not collapse!
I also have in mind to add 1/2" by 4" lag screws to the ledger board every 36 inches as the ledger board appears to have just been nailed as well. Is this smart?
Thanks in advance for all your help and advice!
http://www.houserepairtalk.com/photo/girder-separated-from-notched-post-1500.html
I have in mind to repair this post and reinforce the others by adding two carriage bolts with washers to each post. Is this the right approach? Am I ok to just go ahead and do this or should I consult an engineer or something? The deck feels very stable but I just want to be sure if I ever have a party or something that it does not collapse!
I also have in mind to add 1/2" by 4" lag screws to the ledger board every 36 inches as the ledger board appears to have just been nailed as well. Is this smart?
Thanks in advance for all your help and advice!