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Originally Posted by masraum
That's probably what I'm going to do. The house is pier and beam and does move a lot based on wet and dry periods since the ground moves a lot.
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If there is any buried wood, or wood near ground level, take a a long thin screwdriver and see if it punctures it as low as possible. I'll post on my deck rebuild soon.
Also might want to channel uphill water around or away from the foundation with grading. That will also help in the longevity.
You can also buy
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Wolman-1-qt-CopperCoat-Green-Below-Ground-Wood-Preservative-6-Pack-1904A/204746310 and spray/brush in on the low spots which will help with termites as well. It's got a strong odor even outdoors so be warned.
I just cut in a square space of 2x12 and have a basic drop-in drywall/plywood/glued foam layers/wrapped sides with aluminum tape so it slides block.
A drop-down ladder is on the upgrade radar, but they are not very well insulated and there might not be space.