I appreciate everyone's responses and the healthy discussion here. I remeasured and the span is ~21'-- still too long for 2*6s. I did speak to local engineer and reviewed the different options. I believe we'll be hanging a lvl above the joists strapped to the joists of course all the sitting on...
What's the best way to ensure proper support to remove the interior wall? We've done LVLs before but feel that may be overkill. Is there an easy way to support the rafter ties/ceiling joists from the collar ties--or similar?
I really appreciate all the feedback!
They are 2*6 joists. There is an interior wall but believe it is non-load bearing and in-place to provide space for more kitchen cabinets, refrigerator, and oven. We want to remove the interior wall. I'm fairly confident it's not needed except possibly...
Hello. I searched for a forum where I could post this question. So, I hope I'm in the right spot...
From everything I know and read, this house's roof framing does not require any type of interior load bearing walls. Can anyone confirm that understanding?
The house's roof framing consists of...
