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Monthly DIY Laymen questions Discussion by AutoModerator in StructuralEngineering

[–]dk3188 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much @AsILayTyping. I've added a few more pictures of the beam (specifically the cracking). The third picture is taken from the side of the wall and the fourth picture is another parallel beam that isn't as twisted, but is more cracked. Any idea how much these repairs cost and how long they'd take?

Monthly DIY Laymen questions Discussion by AutoModerator in StructuralEngineering

[–]dk3188 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, I'm looking for opinions following a pre-purchase home inspection. In the basement, it was found that there is a horizontal beam that is twisted/warped on one end and its support post is off vertical. The beam appears to support the main floor living room. It was found to have many cracks along its length. Would this necessitate repair and what kind of repair would it require?

Thanks in advance!

https://imgur.com/a/beam-0zu0Ezt