My Battle With Termite Damage- Chapter 3 “Getting My Bolts In Order”
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Chapter 3 is all about getting the project organized. Remember in Chapter 2, I disconnected all the pipes and the wires from the damaged joist. Before the removal of the damaged joist, I have multiple challenges ahead of me.
Supporting the Floor Above/Tools/Supplies
The left side of the joist was supposed to be resting on the foundation, not now, (thank you TERMITES)
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The right side of the damaged joist is sitting firmly on the main carrying beam and is carrying the weight of the granite topped island in the kitchen.
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So, what is the challenge? Support, Support, Support
Here is an example of a floor joist system in a typical house. The span between the floor joist is 16″ on center and all the above load would be carried safely by the BEAM.
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Here is an example of a floor joist that was removed from the structural support system, which is what I have to do.
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I did not want to remove the support and possibly crack our beautiful Granite countertop “HOPE would be very upset with me”. In the basement, I have to support the entire structure above with a temporary wall prior to removing the damaged joist.
This is what I have to build and secure before removing the damaged floor joist!
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Tools and Materials
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![](https://homeimprovementwithtlc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Power-Mitre-Saw-and-Vacuum-Ready-To-Go.jpeg)
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