Inspector flagged my ledger screws as not rated for ground-contact treated lumber.
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Inspector flagged my ledger screws as not rated for ground-contact treated lumber.
Inspector flagged my ledger screws as not rated for ground-contact treated lumber.
Use fasteners listed for the preservative treatment and application (often hot-dip galvanized or stainless meeting the manufacturer sheet). Follow the ledger manufacturer's schedule for spacing into the band joist. Do not substitute drywall or zinc-plated screws. Keep packaging for the inspector.
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