How do you attach a ledger to a wall?

How do you attach a ledger to a wall?

Use a wood bit to drill ½” pilot holes through the ledger board. Next, use a concrete bit to drill into the concrete wall. Install two bolts at the end of each ledger board. Hammer the sleeve anchor through the ledger board into the concrete wall.

How do you attach a 2×4 to a brick wall?

Drive the Anchor Into the Wall Using a nut driver on the hammer drill, put the anchor in place. Drive the anchor into the pre-drilled hole until the head is flush with the mounting bracket (or the wood itself). Repeat this on the other side and voila! You have successfully attached wood to masonry.

How far apart should ledger bolts be?

The fasteners must be compatible with pressure-treated lumber to prevent corrosion. Typically, you will need to install your bolts alternating high and low 2″ from the top and bottom of the ledger board. As a rule of thumb, bolts can be spaced 16″ on center for supporting joist span up to 12′ in length.

How do you attach Ledger board to brick?

Align the drilled holes in the ledger with the outer ends of the anchor bolts. Press the ledger into place. If necessary, hit the face of the ledger at several points with the hammer to fit the inner side tightly against the flashing and the face of the brick.

How do you attach Ledger board to siding?

Attach your ledger board to your vinyl siding properly to have a sturdy moisture-proof deck support by following these steps. Measure the distance between floor joists, the height of the sill plate and add 1/2 inch for flashing to vent moisture from the ledger. Measure the length and width of your deck to attach the ledger correctly.

What is a roof Ledger board?

A ledger board is a horizontal member that supports the ends of joists or rafters where they meet a vertical surface. When a shed roof intersects a wall, a ledger board attached to the wall serves as a nailing surface for the ends of the rafters at their upper ends.