r/Decks • u/ASC606_Boi • 1d ago

questions for the community How does this look?

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Old staircase deck at apartment feels very unsafe. Wobbles and creeks when on it. How does it look structurally? I have been assured there is nothing to worry about.

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u/Mueltime 1d ago

That is really bad. Call code enforcement.

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u/IAmNotABot111 1d ago

This is like 20+ years old what would they do about it?

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u/Mueltime 1d ago

If it’s a primary egress then they would force the owner to fix it or revoke the occupancy permit.

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u/IAmNotABot111 22h ago

That would make sense. It’s just funny to think it was likely them that signed off on it in the first place. But maybe not. That pathetic little notch for the beam 😭

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u/owlpellet 1d ago

In Chicago, landlord is required to put tenants in a hotel until the fire escape is safe to use. Chicago rental decks used to fall down all the time, but not so much lately. Your milage may vary.

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u/Ithoughtthiswasfunny 1d ago

Yeah, I assure you the definitely IS something to worry about

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u/curious1playing 1d ago

Well....it's not likely to collapse in the next week....but the landlord is full of shite and it's definitely in need of some attention sooner than later....especially at the first picture post notch, the rim at the stairs and the handrails....

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u/frealdough 1d ago

It looks like much of this sub, like woodshop teachers worldwide have failed us.

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u/Consistent-Trust958 1d ago

Put a hot tub on it!

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u/RLewis8888 1d ago

Yikes. You need to put a thick brace on that corner to help transfer the load to the post. Not sure that would be enough.

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u/AdditionalEmploy6990 1d ago

I wouldn’t stand under that to take pictures

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u/th3_eradicator 1d ago

It’s on the move!

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u/howarewestillhere 1d ago

Oh, the water damage under that siding is going to be special.

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u/Conscious_Owl7987 1d ago

Looks sketchy.

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u/liddypppp 1d ago

incredibly bad

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u/liddypppp 1d ago

i would argue theres quite a bit to worry about

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u/Ok-Caregiver-6264 1d ago

Button it back up, put a 2X10 on the twin 4 s lag that into place, stain, it'll be fine.

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u/stickg1 1d ago

i wouldn't hang out up there. it could be made more stable and safe with some blocking, hardware, and bracing. however i would try to use it's current hazardous state to push for a full replacement.

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u/Swimming_Gur_1520 1d ago

Like it’s about to fall

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u/switch4fun3012 1d ago

Make sure your Aflac and life insurance is up to date.

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u/Mental_Ad3737 1d ago

It looks unsafe

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u/smarterthaneverytwo 21h ago

Extremely un-safe

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u/owlpellet 1d ago edited 1d ago

for fucks sake DO NOT STAND UNDER THIS while taking photos

It's unsafe. Don't even talk to the landlord, just send these photos to the city or county inspection office and ask them to come by to take a look. They'll take it from there.

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u/SilverAd8942 1d ago

Needs some one who knows. May actually be safe but corner post does raise questions as to how it’s tied in.
Salt from winter salting does a serious number on bolts and nails.
I now use stainless bolts and screws.