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Hi we're an empty nest couple in W MI, currently moving up from two small houses to one in a nice quiet area, needs updating & the usual repairs & personalizing. Ross is a handyman type, Tool & Die by trade. Anabel is a fearless salesperson. We enjoy gardening, camping, & Michigan's wonderful...

Thanks for the suggestions. What I had envisioned was using 1x4's perpendicular to the joists every 16", drawing them up with 1/4 x 3 lag screws and washers.

Thanks for the info! I figure that there is likely insulation in the gap. I don't know how much it will compress, but one way or another I need to make sure it doesn't come crashing down some day.

I have just purchased a 70s Ranch style house with saggy drywall in the LR and Dining Area. Rafter construction, joists are 2x6x12', 16 OC, 10" cellulose insulation. I've read lots about pillowing, sagging between 24 OC joists, but this sagging runs perpendicular to the joists and 4' OC. My...