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    Making an attic access hole larger..

    Thanks for the replies. I'm not at home right now, so I can't be sure on anything until I get back and can get up there. I'm pretty sure they're joists. Bearing wall or roof load, I'm not sure. I'll check it out in a few weeks when I get home and take some pics. Thanks.
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    Making an attic access hole larger..

    I guess what I mean is.. can I remove a joist or a portion of one, and the double up on the joists on either side of the access hole?
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    Making an attic access hole larger..

    Hey guys, I have a dumb question for ya. If I were wanted to make an attic access hole larger (Right now it's probably only like 2x2 or so)... Would it be possible to do so? I'm guessing the opening right now is as wide as the joists are spaced, but can I expand further by removing a section of...
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