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floor joist sagging
Hi,
I was hoping to get some advice/encouragement. I am in contract to purchase a new home.
The former owner was an older man that did a lot of home improvement projects.
It looks like he installed a swamp cooler, and it apparently sprung a leak. It looks like it was leaking for some time before it was noticed. I'm guessing he was away when it happened.
it looks like there is a sag in the floor where the leak puddled the worst. a 8 by 12 foot area.
My initial feeling is that this is a job beyond my knowledge, and I should run away quick. But it is a great house and ultimately would be worth doing the work.Here's my plan to fix the problem. And suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
1. I plan to pull up all the sub flooring in the affected area to expose the joists.
2. sister the joists that have a sag. (one side)
3. attach posts to the joists, and bury/cement into the ground (for stability)
4. Replace sub floors.
In my head this is a good solution. But I wanted to get as much input as I can before I begin.
Thanks,
Billy
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