Learn everything you need to know about installing concrete footings to support your deck.
Deck footings on concrete patio.
That is assuming you are using a 4x4 which is 3 5 square.
For a 10 8 deck with 12 footings expect to spend about 160 on footings.
Larger pads are more expensive.
Save time and money on concrete with this style.
When you pour concrete footings hold the cardboard concrete form tube about 12 in.
Check out our deck footing frost map to help you understand how deep your footings will need to be excavated.
Then dump concrete through the tube into the bottom of the hole.
You still have to dig footing holes.
Successfully construct a.
Do this by nailing the sides of the tube to the center of a tic tac toe grid of 2x4s at the top of the hole.
We will teach you how to determine the code compliant size of your footings based on the soil type and tributary loads.
How to get a solid frost proof footing.
This video shows you how to build the base of a deck foundation or concrete deck footing using quikrete quik tube building forms.
Pads run 80 for six 10 pads.
When constructing a deck in an area that receives minor amounts to no frost these piers often serve as suitable deck footings.
For a quick and dirty concrete foundation this method can do the trick.
Deck footings come in a variety of sizes for various sizes of posts ranging from 10 pads to 24 pads.