Are porch columns load bearing?

• <div><p>Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-do-i-find-out-if-column-between-foyer-dining-room-living-room-decorative-or-load.htm">ways to identify a load-bearing column</a>, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.</p></div>

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Q: How much weight can a house balcony hold?

• <div><p>Depending on how you design your balcony is the most essential factor when talking about how much your home's balcony can hold. The typical weight a balcony can support ranges between 50 and 100 pounds per square foot. However, it's possible to exceed those limitations with careful planning by a structural engineer.</p></div>

Q: How long will landscape timbers last in the ground?

• <div><p>Landscape timbers can last <b>10 to 20 years</b> in the ground when installed correctly. Pressure-treated timbers will last longer than non-treated ones, as pressure treatment makes the wood more rot-resistant. Wood exposed to high moisture levels or extreme temperature and weather fluctuations may not last as long as wood in drier areas with more consistent weather.</p></div>

Q: What is the four-inch ball rule for deck railings?

• <div><p>While building your deck, you might come across something called the four-inch sphere rule. Essentially, this <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/railing-requirements-for-deck.htm">railing requirement for a deck</a> states that a four-inch ball should not be able to fit through any gap in the deck railings. The gap between spindles and between the decking and the bottom of the railing must be less than four inches to prevent small children or pets from squeezing through the gap. </p></div>

Q: Can I replace just one spindle, or do I need to replace them all?

• <div><p>Yes, you can absolutely replace just one damaged spindle as long as you can find a matching replacement. However, if multiple spindles are damaged or you can't find an exact match, you might consider replacing an entire section for a more uniform look and structural integrity.</p></div>

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Last update on December 02, 2025

Reviewed in May 2024
He was great, found a solution to the problem and was quick to repair.
I. E. J., LLC
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Reviewed in November 2023
Finished on time and under budget. Repairs have held up and the system is working flawlessly.
LDR Mechanical LLC
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Reviewed in August 2023
Brandon at Roybal responded same day to our request and was able to come out 2 days pater to level and stabilize our deck. Fast friendly and great price
Roybal Construction LLC
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Reviewed in January 2023
I needed my old deck removed and replaced. I decided to replace it with composite decking and the addition of a pergola over the entire area. It turned out beautifully. It was completed in a timely manner and the work was meticulous. They are very professional in every aspect and I...
8 Stars, Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2021
It was GREAT! He refinished the outside woodwork, replaced the deck railing and when the railing finish didn't uphold to the weather he has agreed to refinish it with a different stain. The railing itself is as sturdy as when he installed it, and the other finish is gorgeous. I recommend him...
Northern lights construction
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Reviewed in September 2020
Very dependable and always on time. Excellent, thorough workmanship, He had excellent solutions for problem areas. He extended a roof over preexisting steps from a metal-roofed deck. No more roof snow dumps onto the steps this winter!
Luke-N-Sons, Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2020
They did a great job. They designed the new deck and got the engineering done. They removed and disposed of the old deck carefully and efficiently. They ordered all the materials and had them on site in a timely manner and the work was completed quickly and efficiently. When they were done they...
Spartan Contracting
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Reviewed in March 2018
Prompt, communicative, and considerate of my long distance repair needs. Even went out of their way to take on a project normally out of their scope of responsibility. Repairs went off without a hitch.
Acme & Sons, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2015
Ted and Ron came highly recommended to us by a friend, and Ted has a great portfolio of photos of his various jobs including: roofs, fences, sheds, houses, and repairs, Both guys were on the job by 7:00am every morning, and worked very hard all day, often through the rain, to get this job...
TODAY CONSTRUCTION
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Reviewed in September 2013
Very well, overall. The biggest drawback to this garage is that they are popular and usually make appointments 3 weeks out. Repair was done quickly and perfectly, car was clean afterward. Took time to explain everything I needed to know about the repair, including some repairs that were not...
METROPOLITAN GARAGE
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