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How to build a simple roof for a deck.
A tin roof over the porch can provide aesthetic appeal.
Many building departments require a local architect or engineer to design plans for porch roofs because of the increased snow roof and wind loads created by adding a roof.
A metal deck roof will add shade and make your deck or patio space more comfortable during the hot summer months.
And even the sound of rain hitting the tin emits a calming sound.
Let the epoxy set leaving it overnight will assure that it is rock solid and then add the anchor bolt anchor washer and nut and tighten.
Blow out the dust fill the hole with epoxy and insert the rod to the required depth.
Check local building code to see if you can attach a patio roof directly to your deck.
These steps outline how to build a raised deck that is 24 feet long and 14 feet wide.
These roofs are usually easy to install over a deck or patio just make sure you re not breaking any local building codes.
If you want a deck with a roof build the deck with proper support whether you plan to add the roof initially or later down the road.
However by building a simple roof structure over the deck itself you can greatly increase the number of days that you have to enjoy it.
Building a shed roof over a deck.
If you simply add a roof to a deck not designed to support one without the right retrofitting you will be putting your family members and guests at risk.
Unfortunately bad weather can put a damper on that enjoyment.
Decks are for enjoying the outdoors entertaining friends and family and escaping everyday life for a few hours at a time.