i would like to move these supports from were they are can i take them out and move them back onto my new joists as i would have more room i was told by some one that i could if i put a support on each new joist this would be ok can any one help thank you.
2006-10-22 07:20:08 · 12 answers · asked by newgar 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
Almost anything can be done. The question is what has to be done to transfer the load.
In a previous house, I wanted to open up a wall between the kitchen and a room next door. The problem was this wall was a supporting wall for the floor joists above. The new opening required was about 12' long. The contractor did it by stripping off the lath and plaster then nailing 2x12's along each side the existing wall near the ceiling. A 4x4 post was positioned under a metal plate supporting the 2x12's at each end of what would be the opening and the bottom of each post positioned on plate directly over new steel support posts in the basement each sitting on a new concrete footings set into the basement floor. When everything was set the old studs were cut off along the bottom of the 2X12 built up beam, opening up the wall.
In essence the weight of the upper floors were transferred from the kitchen wall to a beam and from there though posts to concrete pads in the basement floor. The concept is straightforward ... but the trick is to know how robust the new structure has to be to take the load.
I suggest from the fact that you ask this question that you (like I) do not have the technical knowledge to take on this type of job yourself.
I would highly recommend -- unless you have a higher risk tolerance than most -- hiring a contractor and ensure whatever approach is selected is verified by a structural engineer. It cost a few hundred $$ (or equivalent) but it certainly helps with peace of mind (and, incidently, gives you someone to hold liable if something should go wrong).
Hope this helps.
2006-10-22 08:41:06 · answer #1 · answered by agb90spruce 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Builders sometimes appear stupid, but I can assure you that when it comes to money they are not.. They dont put them there for nothing, its always very dangerous tampering with roof supports.
I'm sure you can work round them., even if you have to put the new joists alongside them.
If you are really hell-bent on having them removed, you have to obtain the advice of a specialist, who would suggest threaded steel rods bolted and WELDED in situ.
2006-10-22 10:17:12 · answer #2 · answered by xenon 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you can do this, but the correct method would be to use temporary 'props' i.e. 'acrowprops' whilst you remove the supports, then replace them once the new joists are in.
2006-10-22 07:22:56 · answer #3 · answered by redmartovski 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They sound like jacks holding the purlins that support the mid-point of the roof rafters. If so you cannot permanently remove them but you could either put temporaries in or replace each one with 2, each a quarter of the purlin length away from each end if you can follow what I mean
2006-10-23 06:58:42 · answer #4 · answered by Snowlizard 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Listen to the experienced answers. I just know that some supports are ther to support the roof as it's being constructed. Find out if it was made in-situ or prefabricated.
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2016-05-02 06:27:52 · answer #6 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Before beginning this type of project or any type of structural demolition, make sure the wall or beam IS NOT load-bearing. If this is difficult to determine ask a licensed contractor or architect for an inspection. http://workshop.tjmahaffey.com/workshop/step3.php
2006-10-22 07:44:46 · answer #7 · answered by JFAD 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
does nobody believe in obtaining a building warranty with a civil engineers cert for this job. It will come back to haunt you if go to sell your property
2006-10-26 03:36:10 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Move them and then you can have a 'My Roof Just Caved In Party'! Can I come just for the laugh?
2006-10-23 13:14:44 · answer #9 · answered by Sandee 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i wouldn't because the joists can fall and breack them
2006-10-22 07:26:07 · answer #10 · answered by hotdiva198 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋