Deck Calculator Demo

This demo will show you how you can
design and/or check decks fast and easy!

You simply:

1. Select the building code that you are using. Note: Example shows the UBC but you may choose from the CABO, NBC, SBC, UBC or the new 2000 International code.
2. Indicate if it is attached to the house and if it is, select the shape of the house at the deck.
3. If corners are cut at an angle, indicate that.
4. Select stairs if deck has stairs.

Choosing Joist Connections

5. If the deck is attached to the house, indicate how it is attached.
6. Select post connection to foundation.
7. Select guardrail style.
8. Select location of the beam.

Enter Dimensions

9. Enter dimensions:
Note: After entering the dimensions, you may click the Redraw button to verify shape.

Lumber Selection

10. Select the joist size, spacing and beam size.

Note: You may have Plan Analyst determine the minimum size of joist, beams and/or the maximum spacing of post. List of lumber shown is only a partial list of the grades available. You may enter any soil allowable and/or live load on the deck.

Finished Drawing

You get a complete drawing of the deck. Note: Members have been sized for you, the minimum size of the footing has been calculated and the size and number of bolts have been calculated. You can quickly check options by backing up and adding, a center beams, changing spacing of post, etc. You can print out this complete deck design on standard letter paper.

As you can see, this is the fastest & easiest way to design or check decks.

This is a must have tool for your office. Order yours today for only $115.00 and you will soon be designing and/or checking deck faster than you ever dreamed that you could.