Spaces are too big.
by Julie
How can I fix these gaps.
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With out redoing the whole porch. How can I fix the spaces between the boards so the water doesn't fall through. Or what can I put under it to keep it dry under there ?
13 answers
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![Naomie Moore aka baileyanddaisey, Castaic CA]()
Naomie Moore aka baileyanddaisey, Castaic CA
on Oct 31, 2017
Those gaps are necessary so the snow doesn't melt and puddle and rot the wood faster. -
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Fiddledd224
on Oct 31, 2017
Can you staple clear plastic directly underneath? -
![Joye R. Foster]()
Joye R. Foster
on Oct 31, 2017
We had a similar problem and we installed a French drain. -
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Johnavallance82
on Oct 31, 2017
Put in a Wooden or Plastic Beading and seal it with Bathroom sealant. -
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Tom
on Oct 31, 2017
You can get inexpensive, corrugated fiberglass roofing panels and install underneath the decking to drain the water to the outer end of the deck. Be sure to have a slight angle so water drains away from the house. Doesn't look bad and as a property inspector, I've seen many decks with this done. -
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2dogal
on Oct 31, 2017
The porch is made with spaces between the boards so the water will flow between the boards. Standing water on the boards will make them rot quicker. Make sure the ground below the porch is sloped away from the foundation of your house.- See 1 previous
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Tom
on Nov 01, 2017
If you were close to me, I'd do it for you. But, since that's not the case..........basically you'd nail (galvanized) it up to the joists every 6-8 inches. Overlap 2-3 waves and continue. Also, where ever you buy it, they can give you some guidance too. Farm stores, HD, Lowes, etc.I don't have any pics, sorry. -
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Tom
on Nov 01, 2017
Well, here's a pic , galvanized steel might be cheaper. This is from Home Depot site.![]()
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2dogal
on Nov 01, 2017
With all the things that are important to take care of a house, this is really pretty minor. The spaces certainly are not hurting anything. The most important part of this whole thing that is worrisome, is to make sure the ground under your deck slopes away from the foundation of your house for water runoff. -
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Tom
on Nov 01, 2017
LOL.......depending on the measurements, you may not even have to cut any pieces. No these are already corrugated, no bending required. -
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Lorraine mobiglia
on Nov 02, 2017
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![Joye R. Foster]()
Joye R. Foster
on Nov 02, 2017
Go to this web site:https://www.wikihow.com/Build-a-French-DrainThis requires effort but the water under your deck will drain away. -
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Johnharp
on Nov 04, 2017
YES
Naomie Moore aka baileyanddaisey, Castaic CA
on Oct 31, 2017
Fiddledd224
on Oct 31, 2017
Johnavallance82
on Oct 31, 2017
Tom
on Oct 31, 2017
2dogal
on Oct 31, 2017
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