Demolishing blocks from load-bearing wall
#1
11-14-13, 11:39 AM
Demolishing blocks from load-bearing wall
Hi everyone,
I recently had a load-bearing wall taken down and a beam put up. To save expenses I told the contractor that I would get rid of the concrete blocks left from the wall. My problem is, he constructed the beam on 1 block and I need to demolish the blocks leading up to the beam so it sits flush. What would be the safest way to do this without cracking the blocks underneath the beam? I have included a rough sketch. Thanks.
I recently had a load-bearing wall taken down and a beam put up. To save expenses I told the contractor that I would get rid of the concrete blocks left from the wall. My problem is, he constructed the beam on 1 block and I need to demolish the blocks leading up to the beam so it sits flush. What would be the safest way to do this without cracking the blocks underneath the beam? I have included a rough sketch. Thanks.
#2
11-14-13, 12:30 PM
Group Moderator
I'm not sure I understand the drawing. Can you post a picture of the area?
Are the blocks supporting the beam?
Are the blocks supporting the beam?
#5
11-15-13, 05:50 AM
Member
Post vs Beam
What you call a beam in your diagram appears to be a post. The post should not have been set on top of the block. The block should have been removed first.
#6
11-15-13, 06:40 AM
Group Moderator
At the very least I hope the blocs are filled solid with concrete underneath the beam or column/post.
