Joist Tape

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• Joist

  One of the repetitive horizontal members that support a floor or ceiling, spanning between beams or walls. Joist size, spacing, and direc…

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• Joist Hanger (Deck)

  A galvanized/stainless bracket connecting joists to the ledger and beam. Exterior-rated hangers and the specified nails are mandatory for…

• Lateral Load Connector

  A tension device tying the deck frame into the house floor framing, code-required to resist the deck pulling away from the building.

• J-Channel

  A J-shaped trim receiving siding ends at windows, doors, soffits, and corners, concealing cut edges and managing water.

• Ledger Board

  The deck board bolted to the house that carries one edge of the deck. The single most safety-critical connection — improper ledger attach…

• Insulated (Foam-Backed) Siding

  Vinyl siding with rigid foam fused to the back, adding a modest R-value and rigidity for a flatter, quieter wall.

• Ledger Flashing

  The Z- or step-flashing that keeps water from getting behind the ledger and rotting the house rim joist. Required and inspected.