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rotted header joist replacement
From: scott@sdudley.com
Category: Carpentry and Framing
Remote Name: 12.219.165.98
Date: 21 Dec 2002
Time: 02:07 PM
Comments
Our home is a 2-story structure. The first level is slump block and the 2nd
story is 2x6 framing. I have a severely rotted header joist that is
approximately 12' in length. It fell victim to fungal rot and my lack of
attention. I'm familiar with basic framing technique having performed small
remodeling jobs over the years so am comfortable doing this myself but am
seeking the advice of those far more knowledgeable than me. The joist does not
rest on a sill plate, but rather, directly on the top of the slump block wall,
which likely contributed to the problem. The bottom of the joist is nailed to
the edge of the sill and into the joists which rest on the sill. I've drilled an
inspection hole and don't see hangers, so they shouldn't present a problem.
Siding overlaps the top of the joist by perhaps an inch or so. My plan was to
remove all visible nails, split the joist down the center with skill saw, and
remove lower half thus giving me room to pry downward the upper half of the
joist considering it may be nailed into via subfloor and sole plate of wall
above. Is this a workable plan or a recipe for disaster? How would a
professional go about such a replacement? Many thanks.
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