Monday, February 15, 2010

How Much Floor Sagging Is Acceptable I Have A Sagging Floor Joist Due To Cut-out For Plumbing. What Are Some Ideas To Correct This Issue?

I have a sagging floor joist due to cut-out for plumbing. What are some ideas to correct this issue? - how much floor sagging is acceptable

This beam is on the first floor with access through the basement. I am looking for methods to increase the deflection of the beam, which are not permanently ground is not correct. Sistering other beam would not work because in the plumbing and if possible, do not prefer to move the plumbing. This is an old house, at the age of 30-40 ears. At this stage, the SAG is evidently not bad, but we want to strengthen it.

2 comments:

crackleb... said...

You can put together a new bar next to the old screws and nails. You can use a fixed in. You can man a beam, 4x4, 4x6 or more runs to 90 degrees.

DIYpro said...

Wow, this is a potentially dangerous situation. In addition, if it would fall on the insurance claim will probably be rejected. I'm probably build a column on each page, then follow with metal studs and drywall.

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