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  1. Boots14127

    DIYing DCP or simple loading of a probe for basic PSI

    Thanks dirtsqueezer, I've been thinking about that. I have so many piers because I've opted for a floating deck as the previous one was not installed properly and required several K$ of repairs. With a ledger install, I'd be able to get that down to 12. Talked with the owner of the local...
  2. Boots14127

    DIYing DCP or simple loading of a probe for basic PSI

    Thanks for replying Eriechch, "If this is for a deck for your house why do you need to need to know what the PSF is. Just extend the piers for a 2ft below frost line?" So, I should have mentioned my deck is 46x16 (736sqf) x2' high. At just 60psf (Dead & Snow) I'm looking at 45,000# divided...
  3. Boots14127

    DIYing DCP or simple loading of a probe for basic PSI

    Hi All, Non Geo-engineer here, hoping someone can help me with a DIY-able approach to soil testing. The places I've checked want $600 to do testing, which is an appreciable percentage of my deck pier budget. I understand that is for significant projects like a house, however I'm just trying...

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