Question # 15

You observe a deck with support posts resting directly on soil without concrete footings. What is the main concern?

Options:

A.

Reduced aesthetic value

B.

Increased risk of settlement, rot, and instability

C.

Shorter lifespan of deck fasteners

D.

Higher maintenance costs only

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