Deck ledger, cladding and masonry interface
Avoid transferring deck loads into non-structural cladding or creating a water path into the wall.
VERT / GREEN = entretien/documentation · JAUNE / YELLOW = vérifier avant travaux · ROUGE / RED = arrêter le DIY et faire valider.
What the professional checks
- Establish load path
- Coordinate flashing, spacers and cladding
Official sources
CNRC — Code/Guide Partie 9Checked: 2026-08-22
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