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Hole in Web of I-Beam

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I have a situation where I need to get an 1-1/2″ pvc drain line through an I-beam.  On the side of the beam that I need to put a drain is a concrete slab poured in to the web of the beam, on the other side are floor joists sitting on the flange of the beam were I need to tie into.  Will it degrade the beam to put a hole through the web?  Thanks for any help.  -Ed

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    CloudHidden | | #1

    It sure could affect the beam, depending on the depth and size of the beam, where the supporting column is, the loads, and on and on. Sounds like the advice of a structural engineer is needed.

    1. Wet_Head | | #2

      you is 100% right

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        BossHog | | #3

        So is you

        Politics is the art of looking for trouble, finding it, misdiagnosing it and then misapplying the wrong remedies.

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