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HELP! Load bearing or not load bearing? That is the question

HELP! Load bearing or not load bearing? That is the question


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Old 02-16-21, 01:14 PM
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HELP! Load bearing or not load bearing? That is the question

Thoughts on this wall which divides the kitchen and living room? Thanks!




This is how the roof beam terminates in the kitchen. Arrow shows direction of photo
 
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Old 02-16-21, 01:56 PM
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Yes, likely load bearing.
 
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Old 02-16-21, 04:56 PM
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Because a large ridge beam is visible in your photo it is a possibility that the wall is load bearing.
 
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Old 02-16-21, 05:00 PM
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Check that wall with a studfinder. It should have 2 or 3 studs right down the middle.
 
 

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