How to Build a Covered Deck Attached to a House | Beginners Guide! @TheExcellentLaborer
How to Build a Covered Deck Attached to a House | Beginners Guide!  @TheExcellentLaborer
Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this video, I show how to build a deck covered attached to your house in this step-by-step beginners guide. I cover setting the posts, framing, beams, and roof construction so you can build a strong and long-lasting covered deck. Perfect DIY for someone looking to add outdoor living space!

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Timestamps
Intro 00:00
Post Base Installation 00:23
Ledger Board Installation 01:47
Post Sitting 04:25
Joist Installation 07:04
Starting Deck Boards 10:01
Joist Hanger & Lag Screw Installation 13:16
Finishing Deck Boards 16:44
Beam Installation 17:39
Tension Tie Installation 19:57
Roof Beam Installation 22:53
Roof Framing 30:54
Railing Installation 38:20
Finished Deck 43:50

Correction:

14:25 โ€“ The 1-1/2" nails shown here are too short for the angled joist holes on this double-shear hanger. Double-shear hangers require the full-length fastener specified by the manufacturer so the angled fastener penetrates both the joist and the header. Some straight-nailed joist hangers with non-angled holes may allow shorter connector nails. Always follow the fastener requirements for the specific hanger being used.


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