[Public-list] deck repairs

[Peter Staehling]

I don't have any indication of major water intrusion
other than the appearance of the deck.  Nothing seemed
 soft under foot.  My hope is that it is mainly
cosmetic at this point.  I guess I should find out
though.

Where do I get a "really good moisture meter".  Can
one be rented or borrowed?  If not what must one spend
to get one of adequate quality?

I would like to do some minor patching of the areas
that already have had an attempt at sealing by the
P.O. with some kind of compound (5200 maybe).  I
wonder if I should grind those spots out and reglass
(possibly a short term answer if there is major core
damage) or just continue with the same sort of
patching until it is time to do more major work.  I
guess that would depend on the condition of the core.

It would be nice if any water intrusion could be
stopped and she could be made presentable with a coat
of paint.  If major work is required it would be nice
to postpone it until I retire, but that is several
years off at this point.

If anyone is reasonably close to the Middle River (MD)
area and would be willing to go over this with me  it
would be appreciated.  I really don't want to pay for
a survey at this point, but another opinion would be
valued.

Don, on your deck replacement I am curious how long it
took and what it cost.

Pete Staehling
Aurora #554

>     I have replaced the whole of the deck on #528.


		
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