how can I tell if a wall is a supporting wall?

Answer 1

first you'll have to see if there is any floor joist or ceiling joist resting on it. i really don't know the lay out of your wall to be removed. is it on the end of house or along a where your rafters sit. let me know. like to help u out. itch

Answer 2

First the easy part: all exterior walls are supporting walls. I assume you mean an interior wall.

Go to the wall in question, then imagine that wall running downward to the lowest point of your house (the basement, crawl space, or slab). If you see a wall or a column(s) at that lowest point, it's a good bet that the wall is load bearing.

The other thing to be aware of is that beams can be used to span open spaces and transfer loads to columns--just like you see in a warehouse.

In residential construction columns usually won't be spaced more than 8 feet or so apart, so if you don't see columns of that spacing, or a wall itself, beneath the wall in question, it's probably not load bearing.

All that being said, there's no way to say for sure without seeing the wall in person. Before you go removing a wall, I suggest that you consult someone with a bit of experience in this area!

Good luck.

Answer 3

if the house is 15 feet wide and 45 feet long then the walls along the 45 and in the middle are the support. look in the attic.

Answer 4

Its usually the wall that goes down the middle of your house. To tell for sure look in the attic at the trusses & see which kind you have & which way they run.

Answer 5

you are referring to a load baring wall. its usually the wall that runs down or across the center of the house. thats where most of your weight is dispursed. any further info needed just email me.

Answer 6

By the amount of alimony it pays per month !

Answer 7

Let it go and see if it remains standing?