I have an 80 year old bungalow; the rear patio bricks go right up to the siding (asbetos cement) of the house in the rear. So I am going to dig down about 6 inches to get the dirt and water away from the back of the house. Some of the siding needs repair, so I am going to remove it and see what condition wood singles and sill are in. There is not a traditional sill plate (since it is a stone foundation), but the floor joists meet a rim joist (I believe that is what it is called). I may have to replace the rim joist due to water damage. I plan on supporting the house (1.5 stories) with jacks and a 2x8x10 (2 of them nailed together) to act as a header. The span is probably 20 feet. We are getting some cracks on our house hair plaster that indicate movement and I think it is coming from that area of the house. Any thoughts/suggestions? Any help is greatly appreciated! Joe
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Greetings JoJo,
This post, in response to your question, will bump the thread through the 'recent discussion' listing again.
Perhaps it will catch someones attention that can help you with advice.
Cheers
Razz
What are you doing? Windows & Doors ok. But this is becoming annoying!Three out of five posts and i'm not done yet wiyh the new posts yet! Maybe I should search the razzman LOLAll Things Wood!
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