Why Adjustable Pedestal Decking Is Ideal For Rooftop Decks and Balconies

Whether you’re building a new deck or want to upgrade the one you have, there are several reasons why adjustable pedestal decking is ideal for rooftop terraces and balconies.

Adjustable pedestal decking is a fast and easy way to build an elevated roof deck, patio, or terrace on a sloped or uneven surface. In addition, it allows for hiding service pipes, cabling, drains, and other functional necessities that would otherwise be an eyesore.

Versatility

Adjustable pedestal decking is ideal for rooftop decks and balconies because it offers tremendous design flexibility, ease of installation, and durability. Whether used for structural decking on bare ground, to support roof decks over a membrane roofing system, to create green roofs, or to support modular tiles over ground-level plazas and terraces, adjustable pedestal decking can be installed to meet any needs.

A slope adjuster on the head of the pedestal may be a single unit comprising two rotating discs of variable thickness or a more simple single stackable disc. This ensures that the top of the pedestal column remains perfectly horizontal irrespective of the substrate the pedestals are sitting on.

Alternatively, the height of the pedestal’s base can be adjusted by twisting a set of telescopic stems fixed to the bottom of the pedestal head. This eliminates the need for surface leveling through digging, laying cement, and installing timber support posts.

Ease of Installation

Without incurring additional costs for constructing special roofs or moving existing ones, contractors can quickly create usable flat rooftops and balconies using adjustable pedestal decking. This support system is also ideal for outdoor spaces like patios and terraces.

Unlike traditional joist and plank decking, adjustable pedestals can be set at various heights to level out sloped terrain or elevate a deck above the ground. This allows contractors to conceal wiring, drainage systems, and other functional necessities beneath an elevated surface.

Crew jack-style pedestals offer a range of unique features that make installation easier. These include a vast central column for maximum stability and load-bearing capacity, an anti-slip, noise-reducing rubber head, and minor height adjustments even after installation with a unique height adjustment tool.

Ease of Maintenance

Adjustable pedestal decking is ideal for rooftops and balconies with uneven ground or a sloped roof pitch. It can be erected faster than traditional decking because there’s no need to prepare the soil, dig holes for support posts and pour cement.

Pedestal pavers are also easy to maintain and easily relocated or repaired. They can be positioned on any surface, including rooftops, balconies, and patios made from timber, tiles, or stone.

Self-leveling swiveling heads compensate for up to 5% of the slope on the substrate, allowing you to build perfectly level raised outdoor flooring in no time. They can be used with almost any structural paving product. They are perfect for any raised water feature around swimming pools, cracked concrete patios, and terraces.

Convenience

Adjustable pedestal decking makes creating a level outdoor living space on an uneven surface easy. It can also help prevent mold and bacteria growth on the underside of a roof.

Another advantage is that pedestal decking systems are portable and easy to move when necessary. This makes them ideal for rooftop decks and balconies, where you may need access to a permanent foundation for the patio or where the roof is sloped.

Pedestal decking can be used with various surfaces, including concrete pavers and wood deck tiles. It also features precise spacer tabs that allow for deck drainage and a screw-to-adjust height setting to ensure a level and straight deck surface.