Load bearing wall in question on 20 x 30 modular/mobile
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Load bearing wall in question on 20 x 30 modular/mobile
We just purchased a 20 foot wide (two 10 foot wide by 30 foot long) modular/mobile home. It has wheels under the foundation but has been there since the late 70's so I am not sure what to call it. There is a center wall that only comes forward from the back about 10 feet. The other 20 feet is open. My question is can I remove that 10 foot section in the middle to make one long room?
Since the center wall only runs 1/3 of the length, I am not sure if it is a load bearing or "marriage" wall? Can someone shed some light on this for me please.
Since the center wall only runs 1/3 of the length, I am not sure if it is a load bearing or "marriage" wall? Can someone shed some light on this for me please.
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Might be the maximum span of the LVL that is supporting the open area. Need to peek at what is going on with the framing to determine any further.
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Thank you! I am confused, do you mean above and below the wall? I have decided to run a 2x6 and run it across the room with a span of about 10 feet. It will be attached to the 2x4 studs of the wall.