Sistered Joists - URGENT

Originally Posted By: dconstant
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I have an old house where the floor joists have been sistered. Are there any specifics out there as to what I should look for? Or say? Or recommend?



Doug Constant


Constant Home Inspections LLC


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Originally Posted By: Ryan Jackson
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What is your concern?


Do they meet the span requirments?


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Ryan Jackson, Salt Lake City

Originally Posted By: dconstant
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I’m OK with the spans, but was curious as to whether there was anything else that would be required, such as additional supports, or anything else?



Doug Constant


Constant Home Inspections LLC


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Originally Posted By: pdacey
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Doug,


Not enough info in your question. When you say sistered, do you mean two joists fastened together with each one running the full length of the span? Can you take pictures of the situation?


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