Brian E. Connelly

Hey Chad!! Thank you for the gracious comments!! I figured I'd give you a break from all my questions and post on the forum as you are always encouraging me to.....

... Forgot to mention the run was just over 12 ft..

Hello Jim! Thank you for the follow-up.. I would estimate 80 -90 lb lateral force was applied to get the 3/8" deflection

Hello everyone and Merry Christmas!! This is my first post , but I have been an active learner of this forum for a year and a half. Is anyone aware of a requirement for handrail support? During an inspection yesterday on a 2 year old comtemporary home, there was a handrail spanning 14 steps that was only secured to the top and bottom newell posts with one fastener each. Ironically there was only ~3/8" deflection to the railing. Guess I would have expected to see a center support for that great of a run.It just did not seem right. Any insight would be appreciated...