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Matt and Kristen construct wooden stairs for their deck in Puerto Rico, replacing temporary trailer steps with a permanent, three-platform design. Matt builds the stairs without traditional stringers, instead using three separate platforms to accommodate a 16-inch run.13:34 He sets the footings by digging holes, leveling concrete blocks, and dry-pouring Quickrete.6:31 During the build, Matt identifies a mistake in his trim work, noting that flush-cut boards expose end grain; he plans to miter the corners to hide the seams.13:54 The project also includes blocking the gap between the deck and the ground to improve aesthetics and prevent grass growth beneath the structure.19:54 Separately, the couple reports a predator incident where their cats, Panther and Fatboy, cornered a mongoose attempting to reach their chicken coop.15:28 Matt killed the animal to protect the poultry, noting that while the mongoose appeared food-motivated rather than rabid, the incident highlights the ongoing challenge of managing vermin on their property.16:55

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