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    How to rebuild framing

    I realise that i could just fur out 2x4 and that would be the easier option,this was originally a one storey house and 2x4 framing went to about 9' 6"and then a double top plate,everything has been altered so much and cut etc, plus we are moving windows,i thought it would be easier to start...
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    How to rebuild framing

    would prefer not to go from the outside,the 2x8 you see in the pic is the first joist if i lag screwed this into 2x4 and then supported it every 4 feet do you think it would be acceptable to notch out 2x4 for 2x6 double top plate and work from center of wall out joining new top plate as i proceed?
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    How to rebuild framing

    I am remodelling house,front section is old 2x4 construction and would like to replace with 2x6 currently spaced appx 24 inch on center.I tjhought initially this was balloon framing but studs run from top of joist in basement to about 10ft then there is double sill plate where roof used to sit i...
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    chimney problem

    The siding has to be replaced,the previous owner was a dog breeder had about 20 labs there and they ripped siding off.So structually it should be fine we just need to make sure there is a water tight seal betwwen siding and masonry
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    chimney problem

    Here are some pics of the chimney,on top there is a clay ??flue,I assume that runs all the way through chimney,picture 54 shows where i cut siding and foam insulation away,I have same concerns on the inside they have constructed fireplace over sheetrock,with a screwdriver i can wiggle the brick...
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    chimney problem

    I just bought a house that was chopped and changed by an idiot,my question is regarding the brick built chimney that runs from ground level to second floor.I am guessing the chimney was built in 1990 looks to be in good shape pointing etc however there is one problem.When they constructed the...
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    found behind the sheetrock on my remodel

    yes everything is coming down
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    help with joists

    Ripped down the ceiling of the front part of the house to uncover some plumbing nightmares not sure if it is that clear from pics but pretty much every joist is no good.Too make maters worse at the front of house they used balloon framing so joists attached directly to 2x4's.I am about to rip...
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    found behind the sheetrock on my remodel

    These are some pics of wiring behind wall all live,two of the wires were unprotected,one had wire caps:mad:
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    Hello fromSmithtown new york

    Just wanted to introduce myself have been lurking around for a while.Just closed today on my remodel,it will be top to bottom so looking forward to it.Keep up the good work everyone:usa::
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