We are removing a load bearing wall and in order to carry the weight of the second floor and roof, we need to add a few footings. This will bring our house up to 2012 earthquake standards. I'm not an architect or an engineer, but I do understand the laws of physic somewhat. The last thing I want, is to have the second floor fall down into the ground floor.
A load-bearing wall (or bearing wall) is a wall that bears a load resting upon it by conducting its weight to a foundation structure.
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Open the door into the kitchen and was shocked to see a big pile of dirt. |
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Grady navigating the holes and dirt. |
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dirt and holes |
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dirt and holes |
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dirt and holes |
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getting ready for the footings |
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footings for the outside |
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footings for the outside |
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footings for the outside |
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footings for the outside |
