Deck Safety

• Thorough inspections for short-term rental decks in Virginia Beach ensuring safety and compliance.

• Specializes in exterior safety for Virginia Beach rental properties.

• Covers decks, balconies, exterior stairs, and fences.

• Designed for both new STR permits and renewals.

Deck Inspections

• Reviews support posts and footings where visible.

• Checks beams and joists for sagging, damage, or improper spans.

• Evaluates ledgers and connections to the house where accessible.​

• Examines fasteners, hangers, and hardware for corrosion or failure.​

• Inspects railings and guard systems for height, spacing, and stability​

• Looks at stairs, treads, and handrails for secure, safe use.

Fence Inspections

• ​Assesses overall fence stability around the rental.

• Check posts for movement, rot, or deterioration.

• Reviews attachment points where fences tie into decks or stairs.

• Evaluate guardrails or privacy screens connected to deck structures.

• Identify issues that could create safety hazards for guests.

• Flags concerns that might lead to code or compliance problems.

• Help prevent guest complaints about unsafe or failing fences

• Ensure city code compliance

• Designed to encourage repairs before peak rental season begins.

What you receive

• Documentation of current conditions with photos.

• Clear, plain‑language notes on findings.

• A structural safety report aligned with STR application needs.

• Guidance that helps plan and prioritize repairs.

Primary focus:

Report:

• Pays close attention to corrosion from salt air.​

• Checks for hidden rot in critical load‑bearing areas.

• Flags loose or weakened connections from age and weather.

• Notes any past improper repairs that create risk.

• Summarizes findings in a concise structural safety report.

• Provides photos tied to specific comments and locations.

• ​Suitable to submit with STR paperwork and city applications.

• ​Can be shared directly with your contractor for repairs.

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