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• Posted in thread: Basement Window supporting 2 joists on 01-08-2013 at 06:34 AM
  Just to clarify remove window and in its place add 4 vertical members: one under each joist and
  4 under the edge of the above window? I wasn't sure what you meant by "two 2x4 blocks in the
  floor space...

• Posted in thread: Basement Window supporting 2 joists on 01-07-2013 at 07:31 AM
  I am open to removing it all together. Could I just pull the window and and frame it in with
  dimension lumber? Maybe all treated 2x8? Since the block is 8" this is the biggest I could fit
  at least as ...

• Posted in thread: Basement Window supporting 2 joists on 01-04-2013 at 01:30 PM
  Neal, I would definitely prefer an easier solution (who wouldn't), however I understand what
  you are saying and why you suggested it. Its definitely above my pay grade and comfort level.
  Also you are ...

• Posted in thread: Basement Window supporting 2 joists on 01-03-2013 at 10:48 AM
  Yes its currently a single. Its on my todo list to double it up. Galvanized hangers and
  galvanized hanger nails I think they are 16d or maybe 10d, but they were what was required
  specifically for thes...

• Posted in thread: Basement Window supporting 2 joists on 01-03-2013 at 08:32 AM
  Neal, thanks for the info. I actually install joist hangers on the deck joists this summer.
  There were just end nailed, not even toe nailed. I wish I knew what I know now back then. If I
  ever buy anot...

• Posted in thread: Basement Window supporting 2 joists on 01-02-2013 at 10:40 PM
  I think I will stick a screw jack under those 2 joists and snug them up for now. Not sure how
  to proceed a this point. I could even take the window out entirely but the blocks beneath the
  window would...

• Posted in thread: Basement Window supporting 2 joists on 01-02-2013 at 12:51 PM
  The window upstairs is very large ~8' wide and ~5-6' tall. The last 1' or so of the window is
  above this basement window. There is no floor above that window but the ceiling joists ie roof
  trusses do ...

• Posted in thread: Basement Window supporting 2 joists on 01-02-2013 at 07:02 AM
  Really; 4x4 header? waist of time!What would you propose? I am open to suggestions.Also I just
  noticed in your previous post you asked about a window above this window. There is a window
  above this wi...

• Posted in thread: Basement Window supporting 2 joists on 01-01-2013 at 08:48 PM
  The present setup doesn't cause any noticeable issues. It has deflected slightly but its only
  noticeable if you put a straight end on it. I am more concerned for the future and since I was
  tackling so...

• Posted in thread: Basement Window supporting 2 joists on 12-31-2012 at 11:08 PM
  Appreciate the feedback, and I am aware "everything" is wrong. Really just looking for
  suggestions on what I can do to fix it. I thought about pulling the window and installing
  something smaller with ...