First of all some more details on the buildings:
- Joists are made of wood (3x8), 28'' c/c, and are 6 inch embedded in the original concrete wall head ;
- Joists are overlaid with 1 in. perpendicular decking;
- Actual concrete wall is topped by a load bearing hollow concrete block wall (Roof...
OK, since some more parameters are requested, here they are !
I also have some answers to BAretired's comments :
Another comment: everyone seems convinced that the new wall should be separated from the neighbour's one. Why is that, if my wall can support it's load on it's own, if 4 ft wide...
Yes, damage assessment before starting will be done. Thanks for the suggestion. I am not sure letting a plywood that could decompose and keep moisture between the two buildings is a very good idea...although I have nothing else to suggest.
Wow so many answers, thank you all for your participation.
I realise some major information was missing on the original sketch : The top of the wall is laterally supported by the beams and the subfloor framing the groudfloor. So yes, technically, with a dowel added to the back rebar and...
Hi,
I have allways wondered if eccentric footings create moments in foudation walls. Unfortunately, my bosses would only make me feel like I make to much off nothing and answer vaguely, no mather how many times I would say '' BUT THAT MOMENT HAS TO GO SOMEWHERE!?''. So I have allways secured...
