Basement Support Post Replacement

And cut the post to length.

Basement support post replacement.

The new beam must be designed to carry the weight of the floor above over a greater span. Basement technologies has years of experience replacing support posts. For pricing and availability. To determine the beam s required size and span limit you should ask a structural engineer to calculate the load requirements.

The metal posts can be replaced by a wooden post such as a 4 x 4 or a 6 x 6 if you decide that you need a permanent vertical support. In length and can support up to 14 600 lb. The post they support above can be removed only if a new and stronger beam is installed. I m replacing 6 by 6 wooden support posts in the basement of my 95 year old home.

The post features a 3 1 2 in. Do not get normal wear and tear on a house confused with the effects of land subsidence or other external forces that can cause stress on a house in a long term situation. Measure the height between the support beam and the top of the jack s lowered piston then deduct 1 2 in. Thick steel plate between the piston and the bottom of the load bearing post to prevent the piston from becoming embedded in the post.

Lally column is 7 1 2 ft. Model j big moe. More product details close super s 7 ft. Can support up to 14 600 lb.

The 3 posts were sitting on concrete piers which are 3 5 inches below the concrete floor the rest of the floor. Width for stability and is non adjustable for security. Find my store. Support post replacement support posts in your basement are crucial to the structural integrity of your home.

Akron 19 in adjustable jack post. If they have been compromised don t wait until it s too late to have them replaced and to make your home safe.