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    How many posts do you need for a deck around a 15 foot pool?
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    You will need thirteen posts, supported by concrete piers.
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    How tall should a deck rail be?
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    It depends on your local code and your overall height. Generally, if the deck is over 30" off the ground, then the railing needs to be 42". Under 30", the railing can be 36". But again, check your local building codes.
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    I'm afraid the pool sides might sag or break and spill water down the hill. Will it help to build a deck right up against the pool sides?
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    The deck may help prevent sagging, but proper base preparation is more important to prevent the pool from settling and the bands from breaking.
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    What is the function of the round concrete pieces under the piers, and are they prefabricated?
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    Those are footings that are usually about 3 feet deep. They have to go below the frost line to prevent shifting.
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