How To Install a Load-Bearing Beam – Shingle Style Home – Bob Vila eps.1403

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With demolition completed, other surprises are revealed. Structural engineer Rene Mugnier explains how to fix the kitchen ceiling and two floors above, which are found to be dangerously unsupported, with the addition of a new load-bearing structural beam. Work begins on the new plumbing system.

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  1. I got to see Bob at work on the “Tale of two homes” in Fl. He is an impressive guy and how fast he shoots his segments is amazing. Thanks for the picture Bob your the best!

  2. So what I understand from this ,is that you don't necessarily need supporting beam from 1 solid piece of wood,you can sister few of them and make strong support , right?

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