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  1. oldinspector

    Minimum Gauge for Steel Stud Behind Drywall

    The 2015 International Residential Code (IRC) Section R 603, Cold Formed Steel Wall Framing, covers the topic well. With a bit of work you can get a free look at the code at the iccsafe. website.
  2. oldinspector

    Collar + Rafter Ties Roof Framing - No Load Bearing walls needed, right?

    These interior walls ARE bearing walls, as they support more than their own weight. I agree that 2 by 6's cannot span 25 or 26 feet without intermediate support. I also agree with just about all posts. In this case, there are several not so expensive fixes. Hire a Structural Engineer to give you...
  3. oldinspector

    Engineer wanted splice on middle post

    You say the engineer is reasonable and the intern may not be. Verify directly with the engineer.
  4. oldinspector

    Historical building code adoption by state

    I've specifically looked and not found it yet. I can give you MA dates, initial adoption and each of the 9 editions. If you do come up with a national one, keep me in mind. I believe Retired and Ron are correct: You will probably have to go state by state
  5. oldinspector

    Distinction between ridge beam and ridge board

    A nice post, JOELTX. I also did one for JLC on the same topic in 2018. If I can dig it out, I'll add it.
  6. oldinspector

    Next step for improvement

    Sounds a lot like mechanical engineering, ductwork, hvac for homes and commercial buildings.
  7. oldinspector

    Feedback on foundation/slab insulation

    Absolutely. Sorry I missed that. You can put 4 by 8 sheets--if 4X is too wide, use 2X--around the perimeter, the top being just beneath the flat styro. I'd use 2 inch on both layers. I put mine on the inside of the foundation wall as opposed to outside. It sounds like overkill, but you are...
  8. oldinspector

    Feedback on foundation/slab insulation

    First floor heated. Go with the insulation under it.
  9. oldinspector

    Distinction between ridge beam and ridge board

    You do not mention ceiling joists. How are the outside walls prevented from "kicking out?" If no ceiling joists, you definitely need a structural ridge.
  10. oldinspector

    Home driveway question

    If you look at Dallas businesses, you'll find dozens, maybe 200 businesses doing expansive clay remedial work. That says a lot. Check your house for damage while you are on this topic. Having said this, my take would be to check the soil beneath the driveway. No sense spending money for the same...
  11. oldinspector

    Roof Peak Connection

    The I joist is an engineered product. (Maybe this no permit guy built them himself out of old phonebooks.) Make sure you get a copy of the I joist spec (companies have their differences) and see that it's acceptable for this use and design.
  12. oldinspector

    Are process structures exempt from IBC code?

    To the original question: Do state authorities have the authority to enforce a structure to comply with the IBC code? The answer is as follows: It depends on the enabling legislation of the particular state. If a state exempts buildings inside of a moat and the structure is within a moat, the...
  13. oldinspector

    I got a compaction test for a 10k s

    I got a compaction test for a 10k sq.ft. slab. Six tests. All OK (97 & 97 %) I ask for the location sketch of tests. Testing guy makes a sketch and tells me the test does not require locations. I check 3 other testing companies and one P.E. They each confirm location is not required by ASTM...

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