How to seal a leaky porch?
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We can't afford to replace our porch yet, so I need to do something to stop leaks, potential rot, and whatever the heck else may be wrong. Thoughts?
The house itself is a 1909 build with an inset porch and corner wood support (rotting, and I hope to someone that it is decorative and not structural). The house was raised in the forties and a full concrete basement poured in. The porch itself is just plywood sitting on the concrete base. In looking up from the basement, I can clearly see daylight out of one hole, which I will be sealing with expanding foam.
But what can I do on the top side? Caulk all seams where vinyl siding meets the floor? Add another layer of plywood? Exterior paint? What would you do?
...and if you have any tips/tricks for dealing with the corner post above, I'd be especially grateful. Thank you!
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