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bay window - cantilevered joists; nasty floor hump
[#2] Posted: 02/11/2012 - 5:12:26 PM |  |  |
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structural engineer needs to look...too hard to see what you describe.
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[#3] Posted: 02/11/2012 - 5:56:57 PM | | |
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Can't say much for sure without seeing good pictures, but you can be reasonably sure that trying to jack it back into position would only bust up the windows, the framing, and everything around it.
Folks think you can jack structures back into place like you're changing a tire......wrong. It just busts up stuff.
Call an engineer if you want, but you don't need an engineer......you need a really good carpenter that can provide useful ideas about how to fix it and what it might cost.
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[#4] Posted: 02/11/2012 - 6:31:32 PM | | |
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Agreed. An engineer will end up being more about taking your money than providing practical options.
Are these engineered joists or sawn lumber? Is there room enough to bring in some additional joists?
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[#6] Posted: 02/12/2012 - 12:04:37 PM | | |
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Are there any cracks caused by the cantilevered area sagging? If so, post some pics.
If not, and you did say the hump was there in 2001, can we assume the floor is stable, not moving? If that is the case, you may simply want to lower the hump and lay down some new flooring. But without more details, it is impossible to be sure. It would be helpful if there was a hole where you could get a camera in for a look at the ends of those cantilevers.
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[#7] Posted: 02/14/2012 - 08:22:06 AM | | |
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Kurt is right "Folks think you can jack structures back into place like you're changing a tire......wrong. It just busts up stuff." It can be lifted very easily but. You should be removing the drywall and having a look before and after. It's not uncommon for nails to stop the structure from going back to its original location, leaving a space between the framing that will then cause more failure. If possible sheet interior with plywood on the inside to hold it together. The question is why did it sag? was it an addition? over stressing an original cantilever? tie the joists to the sill plate. Good luck
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[#8] Posted: 04/10/2012 - 8:48:35 PM | | |
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cheap and dirty.
1.remove flooring.
2.cut up strips of 1/8", 3/16", 1/2" etc from plywood. Use a level and/or a long straight edge. Glue and screw.
3.Install new hardwood
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