I could really use some advice. My home is 36 years old and the 2nd story floor is sagging in an area approx. 20 feet acrossed. It spans the master bedroom at the end where the doors enter the master bath and the hallway. What is the best fix? I do not notice any sagging on the ground floor. I suspect the floor joist is in some way needing help. Where should I start? I plan carpet replacement soon and that would be an opportune time to pull subfloor and inspect joist. Please offer some suggestions. Thanks in advance.
SAGGING 2ND STORY FLOOR
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Posted 1 year ago #
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The best is to add a beam or beams to support the overspanned joists. Doing so, however, requires that the beam(s) be supported on a foundation, either new or existing.
The other option is to add more joists, which requires tearing into the ceiling.
I suggest having an experienced local engineer take a look. Usually they're good at giving you a few options and an idea of cost.
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