Re: Removal of exterior wall

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Re: Removal of exterior wall

From: info@builderswebsource.com
Category: Structural
Remote Name: 212.203.28.37
Date: 11 Sep 2002
Time: 04:07 PM

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In order to compute the size of a beam to span 16', more data would be required about exactly how loads are transferred to the area. Only a local, licensed structural engineer can make this determination, based on your as-built conditions. However, what you describe sounds reasonable, and can probably be supported by a glulam, a steel I-beam, or possibly one or more LVLs, depending on the load. Since your project sounds reasonable, we urge you to have a structural engineer run the calculations based on your local conditions, as well as provide drawing details for additional columnar or foundation reinforcements that may be necessary to properly support the loads with negligible deflection. Builders Websource

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