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Hey guys, sorry I havent been around to thank you for your advice, the construction project went well. Just so you know, I did not end up pouring footings for the new posts, and here's why: I drilled into the floor to anchor the bar (an L shaped 4"x4" construction with a thick pine top). I got...

Thank you! Im glad to hear that. I was hoping it would be ok, couldnt figure why it wouldnt work, but wanted another opinion besides the guys I work with. I was thinking about a steel plate under the posts, but perhaps your idea of a 4"x6" is just as good. Thanks again, Im off to the local...

Ok Ive read ALOT of the threads here having to do with moving columns under the support beam in the basement... Here is my question, although I think I may already know (and not like) the answer. I have a Cape, built in 1926 with a concrete foundation, 40' long from front to back. The main...

Hi, Im Melody Im a fairly compitent home improvement nut. I was married to a general contractor for 7 years and learned a lot from him, and have done numerous projects on my home over the last 13 years. I love my power tools. I will be the first to admit I dont know as much as I wish I did, so...