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									Roof Decking Repairs &amp; Wood Rot Replacement - Roofing Discussions Forum				            </title>
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                        <title>Best way to lay deck boards on exposed trusses?</title>
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                        <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:37:52 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[Trying to figure out the smartest way to lay down decking on top of some exposed trusses (not solid joists, but open web steel trusses in my case). I’m a bit stuck on whether I need to add s...]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Trying to figure out the smartest way to lay down decking on top of some exposed trusses (not solid joists, but open web steel trusses in my case). I’m a bit stuck on whether I need to add some kind of sheathing or blocking first, or if there’s a way to just attach directly. My main concern is flex and squeaks, plus making sure it’s safe - don’t want to step through a gap and end up with a story for the ER, you know? 

Also, do I need to worry about spacing for airflow or anything like that? It’s an outdoor setup, if that makes a difference. Anyone dealt with something similar, or have suggestions for what NOT to do? Would love to hear how others handled this, especially if you’ve got any “wish I’d known this” tips.]]></content:encoded>
						                            <category domain="https://www.roofingdiscussions.com/community/roof-decking-repairs-wood-rot-replacement/">Roof Decking Repairs &amp; Wood Rot Replacement</category>                        <dc:creator>jennifertail646</dc:creator>
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                        <title>Making sure the deck’s ready for underlayment - what’s your process?</title>
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                        <pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:41:26 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[I’m about to redo the roof (asphalt shingles, pretty standard, house is in the Midwest so lots of freeze/thaw) and trying to figure out how picky I need to be with the deck before rolling ou...]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[I’m about to redo the roof (asphalt shingles, pretty standard, house is in the Midwest so lots of freeze/thaw) and trying to figure out how picky I need to be with the deck before rolling out the underlayment. The plywood seems mostly solid but there are a couple spots with old nail holes and a few questionable soft patches near the eaves. I’ve seen some folks say you should replace any questionable wood, others just patch or use some kind of sealer. 

Also, do y’all sweep it clean or actually wash it down? Is there a specific type of primer or treatment you’d recommend before the underlayment goes on? I don’t wanna overdo it but also don’t want to cut corners and regret it later. What’s worked (or not worked) for you?]]></content:encoded>
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                        <title>Frustrated trying to pick roof decking materials</title>
                        <link>https://www.roofingdiscussions.com/community/roof-decking-repairs-wood-rot-replacement/frustrated-trying-to-pick-roof-decking-materials/</link>
                        <pubDate>Fri, 20 Jun 2025 20:50:41 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[I&#039;m going nuts trying to decide between OSB and plywood for my roof deck. OSB seems cheaper but I&#039;ve heard horror stories about moisture issues. Plywood seems sturdier but dang, it&#039;s pricier...]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[I'm going nuts trying to decide between OSB and plywood for my roof deck. OSB seems cheaper but I've heard horror stories about moisture issues. Plywood seems sturdier but dang, it's pricier. Anyone else stuck in this same boat?]]></content:encoded>
						                            <category domain="https://www.roofingdiscussions.com/community/roof-decking-repairs-wood-rot-replacement/">Roof Decking Repairs &amp; Wood Rot Replacement</category>                        <dc:creator>vegan493</dc:creator>
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                        <title>trouble keeping water from seeping between deck and house</title>
                        <link>https://www.roofingdiscussions.com/community/roof-decking-repairs-wood-rot-replacement/trouble-keeping-water-from-seeping-between-deck-and-house/</link>
                        <pubDate>Sun, 06 Apr 2025 21:03:48 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[I&#039;ve been working on my deck for a while now, and I thought I had everything figured out, but turns out... nope. After the last heavy rain, I noticed water seeping in right where the deck me...]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[I've been working on my deck for a while now, and I thought I had everything figured out, but turns out... nope. After the last heavy rain, I noticed water seeping in right where the deck meets the house. I did put flashing there when I built it, but maybe I didn't install it quite right or something? It's driving me nuts because I'm worried about long-term damage to the siding or even worse, structural issues down the road.

I watched a few YouTube vids and everyone seems to have their own way of doing it - some say tuck the flashing under the siding, others say over. Honestly, I'm a bit confused now. Has anyone else dealt with this kind of issue before? Maybe there's some trick or product I'm missing here. Would really appreciate any tips or experiences you guys might have had with this kinda thing.]]></content:encoded>
						                            <category domain="https://www.roofingdiscussions.com/community/roof-decking-repairs-wood-rot-replacement/">Roof Decking Repairs &amp; Wood Rot Replacement</category>                        <dc:creator>apollos83</dc:creator>
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                        <title>Roof deck safety check - a fiery scenario</title>
                        <link>https://www.roofingdiscussions.com/community/roof-decking-repairs-wood-rot-replacement/roof-deck-safety-check-a-fiery-scenario/</link>
                        <pubDate>Sun, 06 Apr 2025 19:58:25 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[Was thinking about a story idea... picture this: a small town inspector finds out the local community center roof decking isn&#039;t up to code just days before the annual fireworks festival. Um,...]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Was thinking about a story idea... picture this: a small town inspector finds out the local community center roof decking isn't up to code just days before the annual fireworks festival. Um, what happens next?]]></content:encoded>
						                            <category domain="https://www.roofingdiscussions.com/community/roof-decking-repairs-wood-rot-replacement/">Roof Decking Repairs &amp; Wood Rot Replacement</category>                        <dc:creator>kgonzalez82</dc:creator>
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                        <title>Deck Boards Near Chimney Looking Rough - Advice Needed</title>
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                        <pubDate>Sun, 06 Apr 2025 14:54:31 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[Noticed the other day that the decking boards around my chimney are looking pretty sketchy. They&#039;re warped, faded, and honestly, a couple feel kinda soft underfoot. I&#039;m guessing moisture or ...]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Noticed the other day that the decking boards around my chimney are looking pretty sketchy. They're warped, faded, and honestly, a couple feel kinda soft underfoot. I'm guessing moisture or heat from the chimney might've done a number on them over the years. I'm not exactly Bob Vila, but I can handle basic DIY stuff. Just wondering if anyone here's tackled something similar? Like, is there a specific type of decking material that's better around chimneys or heat sources? Or maybe some kind of protective barrier I should've put down in the first place?

Also, is this something I can realistically handle myself over a weekend, or am I looking at calling in a pro? I'd rather not spend a fortune, but I also don't wanna end up with a bigger mess than I started with, you know? Any tips or experiences would be awesome.]]></content:encoded>
						                            <category domain="https://www.roofingdiscussions.com/community/roof-decking-repairs-wood-rot-replacement/">Roof Decking Repairs &amp; Wood Rot Replacement</category>                        <dc:creator>adventure728</dc:creator>
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                        <title>Found some rot under the roof edge - here&#039;s a quick fix I tried</title>
                        <link>https://www.roofingdiscussions.com/community/roof-decking-repairs-wood-rot-replacement/found-some-rot-under-the-roof-edge-heres-a-quick-fix-i-tried/</link>
                        <pubDate>Sat, 05 Apr 2025 07:54:25 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[Noticed some soft spots in the decking boards right under the eaves last weekend. Didn&#039;t wanna tear everything apart, so I cut out just the bad sections and patched in new treated wood. To b...]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Noticed some soft spots in the decking boards right under the eaves last weekend. Didn't wanna tear everything apart, so I cut out just the bad sections and patched in new treated wood. To blend it better, I stained the new pieces first before installing - saved me from awkwardly painting upside-down later, lol. Seems solid enough for now, but I'm no pro carpenter...anyone got other tricks or hacks for dealing with this kinda thing?]]></content:encoded>
						                            <category domain="https://www.roofingdiscussions.com/community/roof-decking-repairs-wood-rot-replacement/">Roof Decking Repairs &amp; Wood Rot Replacement</category>                        <dc:creator>milobrewer</dc:creator>
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                        <title>checking deck condition: DIY or hire a pro?</title>
                        <link>https://www.roofingdiscussions.com/community/roof-decking-repairs-wood-rot-replacement/checking-deck-condition-diy-or-hire-a-pro/</link>
                        <pubDate>Fri, 04 Apr 2025 16:57:26 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[Just tore off the old decking boards and now I&#039;m staring at the joists underneath, wondering if I should inspect them myself or just call someone who knows what they&#039;re doing. I&#039;m pretty han...]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Just tore off the old decking boards and now I'm staring at the joists underneath, wondering if I should inspect them myself or just call someone who knows what they're doing. I'm pretty handy but not exactly a structural engineer, you know? Anyone here tackled this themselves and felt confident about it, or is it smarter to just bite the bullet and pay a pro to come out and give it a proper look?]]></content:encoded>
						                            <category domain="https://www.roofingdiscussions.com/community/roof-decking-repairs-wood-rot-replacement/">Roof Decking Repairs &amp; Wood Rot Replacement</category>                        <dc:creator>jwriter15</dc:creator>
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