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How to Identify and Remove a Load Bearing Wall | Ask This Old House
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- Опубліковано 23 січ 2021
- Tom Silva explains what load bearing walls are, how to identify them, and what needs to be done in order to safely remove them.
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Tom Silva explains how to identify load bearing walls and how to remove them. Load bearing walls are an issue for many renovators today, as more homeowners are opting for an open concept layout instead of individual rooms. Unfortunately, these walls can’t be ripped out haphazardly as load bearing walls play a vital role to the structure of a house. They distribute weight from the roof, through the floors, and down to the foundation. Tom shares tips on how to determine if a wall is load bearing or not. He suggests going down to the basement or attic to see which way the joists run. If the wall is parallel to the joists, it’s probably not load bearing. If the wall is perpendicular, it’s most likely load bearing. Tom then demonstrates two ways of removing these walls, the above-ceiling technique and the below-ceiling technique. These methods will prevent the floor above from sagging and can give you the open layout you desire.
Cost: $1,000 - $10,000
Skill Level: Expert
Steps:
1. Determine whether a wall is load bearing or not. Check an unfinished basement or attic to see which way the joists run.
a. If the wall runs parallel to the joists, it’s probably not load bearing.
b. If it’s perpendicular, it most likely is a load bearing wall
2. Start by adding temporary walls to either side of the wall being removed to hold up the weight while work is being done. Place the temporary walls close enough to the structural wall but far enough away to work on the structural wall.
3. Remove the load bearing wall.
4. Add posts to either side of the wall to accept a beam to redistribute the weight above. Place them over the weight bearing beam in the floor below.
5. Use one of the techniques Tom demonstrated in the segment: the below-ceiling technique and the above-ceiling technique. Both methods rely on redistributing the weight from the load bearing wall to the walls beside it by creating point loads.
6. In the above-ceiling technique, cut into the joists to allow a beam to be installed in between. The joists will be attached to the new beam and the beam will rest directly on the point loads, but be flush with the ceiling.
7. In the below-ceiling technique, cut the posts slightly shorter and have the joists above rest directly on top of the beam across. The beam will be exposed, but it will keep the floor flush above.
8. Removing a load bearing wall by yourself can result in a lot of costly mistakes. It is best to consult a licensed engineer prior to beginning work on the project.
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How to Identify and Remove a Load Bearing Wall | Ask This Old House
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10 o’clock, can’t sleep...” how to identify a load bearing wall?” Yes sir!!
Lol... Right there with ya
Same but it’s 1am.
Same but it’s 2am
Same @2:35 am
I’m in a rental apartment. Its a Tuesday. It’s 12 midnight. Why am I watching this? 🤯 this is not my beautiful house.... and you may ask yourself..... how did I get here.....
Anyone who knows EXACTLY what they are talking about can simplify it in seconds and succinctly communicate it to many. So much respect for how well this was explained, depicted!! 💪🏼 🏠
I read a quote from a philosopher somewhere at one point that said “anyone of reasonable intelligence can make something work, but it takes a genius to make it simply” or something to that affect.
I can simplify it even further for you. If it's bearing a load, it's a load bearing wall.
Just takes ittle brain power
Maybe he should be hired to design and build a new international space station?
Tom Silva is a national treasure
The truth
@@roccocroce Thank you. This is exactly what I wanted to come and say. I would say he deserves a presidential medal of freedom, but it kind of lost its worth.
Norm Abrahm same.
Maybe you can cash him in for some moolah?!
@@thaitichi For building houses?
The best demonstration of such project I've ever seen. 👍
I agree. I read a whole article confusing me about the simple fix that was demonstrated here in minutes. 'This Old House' is an institution.
That wasn't just a pretty mini dollhouse, it was a fully functional demonstration tool that illustrated the motivation, and pros and cons, and structural consequences of different actions on the dollhouse. Amazing!!
You must be really young!
I love the example house. It makes the explanation clear.
Doing the exact same thing but with steel for the beam. Customer asked everyone of the same questions. He now has the link to this video. Tomorrow with me less stressful thanks to you, Tom.
Is the steel beam weight cause the foundation to be protected?
This load bearing wall video is the finest explanation I've ever seen. The model is really cool. Thank you.
Absolutely amazing demonstration that really clearly demonstrates the process of properly completing the process and the problems that can occur if it isn't done right. Thanks Tommy you are a brilliant educator.
I promise Tommy is the best at explaining things!!!! He is like Bob Ross 2.0!
I will pay for a This Old House Model House Building Kit right now
Oh, brother!
Whoever built that model is the real MVP
Tommy is great guy, not just because of this video. This is a very simple process for a pro but the way he explained it, the DIY guys feels like they are pros now. He explain in such a beautiful way, everyone can learn it at first time. Tommy, thanks a lot man ! Looking forward to meet you next year.
This is gotta be one of the simplest, informative videos on load bearing walls that I’ve ever seen. That model, and explanation is just awesome!
Did you know that this man can fly really fast and make the world turn backward?
And he can leap tall buildings in a single bound!😮
A great demonstration on how to identify, move and construct a Load-Bearing Wall. A picture is worth a thousand words.
As a Dyslexic visual learner … this was the best video I’ve seen on this subject! Thank you!
This was great 💕 Love the balsa wood visual, that helped so much 💕 This was the first video I found that actually shows two different methods for installing a load bearing wall 💕 Thank you thank you thank you 💕💕💕
This looks like something my dad would have built to explain the concept to people. Nice work.
I've watched plenty of videos and have a very good understanding of the concept now and this is one of the best explanations of the challenges and options. Thanks.
I love Tommy! He's a great teacher. This is the best demo of load bearing walls ever!
This is simply the best demonstration of this concept I have ever seen. If you ever see this sir, my upmost respect and congratulations. Very well done.
I ditto that: The best demonstration of such project I've ever seen.
amazing demonstration. This is my favorite channel for anything and all things home. The time it takes to make this little model. Perfect example of working hard to help others. Thanks for all your team does
Absolutely EXACTLY what I needed to see for our first big project in our new home.
Been watching videos on load bearing walls all day and none came close to this visual example. Thank you guys 👍
This is a perfect example and explanation for a basic understanding. 👍
I’ve been looking for years for a clear explanation and I’ve finally found the perfect video.
"And here's a cutaway" - Rich Trethewey
- Tom Silva
Hold my beer, let me grab my saw
@@Kevin-mp5of Sauw
As a truss technician and someone who deals with load bearing walls daily, they forgot the step before removing anything. They need to size the bearing beam in the basement to handle a large point load now. With the wall, the load was uniform across the basement beam. Now it is in the form of a point load and may cause shear issues or cause the floor to "drop" in one spot. They also should check that the basement floor at the interior posts have enough footings for the new load.
@@Kevin-mp5of You can hope they contact a structural engineer but I have also worked in the field and people "cobble" things all the time without getting engineering.
What an awesome demo model. I understood the principles behind removing a loaf bearing wall, and have seen them done in real time, but this is the best training example Ive yet to see. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻😊
Excellent presentation. I, my wife and boys have watched you guys for years, just for this reason.
Another alternative I've seen is what's called a hanging beam, where the beam goes over the joists and the joists hang from it. The beam still gets supported at each end. This would be good for existing construction where you don't want to remove the joists to cut them in order to butt them up against the beam.
You would have to do that from the top side though wouldn’t you ?
@@slammnlex Correct. Which means it can only be done in an unfinished attic.
Honestly, I want a video about how he built the doll house. that will win me kudos with my wife and daughter! Thanks in all seriousness though, this will make my projects much easier
- And then you explain to your daughter what a load bearing wall is. Congrats.
This is the best video On UA-cam about this subject I have ever seen!
Every contractor needs this to show customers why they can't just have a house with no walls.
Couldn't you have a house with no walls though? Just posts and beams?
😂
You totally can, they just don't want to pay the cost required to have that
He didn't explain the added stress on those posts now with the removal and new supporting beam above. Especially on a second floor. He either lacks knowledge or this video doesn't explain everything
I love learning stuff on This Old House. I never understood what a load bearing wall really look like until now
Reminds me of how Gaudi always had these beautiful mechanical models for all of his structures. Well done!
This little model is ridiculous! I bet Tommy had a blast building it. Great demo guys!
I cannot express how amazing this was. Thank you
Tom is the best!! he has helped me soooo much with my diy repairs around the house I just wish I could thk him personally. Been watching TOH for years love this show keep up the good work guys!!
Couldn't be explained better! Thank you!
Hang on, making cutouts of stuff is Richards job.
(that being said, nice job Tom!! very cool)
Thanks for explaining 3:56. I hadn't gotten past 3:56 yet when I thought roof modifications weren't explained.
Everything I ever needed to know about construction, I learned on, "This Old
House"!
This is the best explanation of load bearing walls I've ever seen. Subscribed.
to some, famous sport or movie stars are their idols, to me, Tom is XD. i am a new home owner and discovered this channel. i'm very grateful.
This is perfect, as a architect in training who loves framing this was very helpful to understand supporting a structure better
Wow. This was such a helpful video. It was explained simply enough for me to understand. Thanks for the information.
Props to whoever built that fantastic model!
I've asked this question many times; thanks for the simple explanation.
Love this show. Wish I can hire them to build my custom home.
You can hire them. Silva Brothers is a contractor in New England. Just don't expect to pay under 300k for your remodel.
You can hire em. They are still in business. But you're absolutely gonna pay for the expertise.
What a fantastic visualization, thanks guys!
THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST UA-cam CHANNELS OUT THERE. THANK YOUUUUU
Being a construction engineer for forty years, the best way to find out if a wall is bearing or not is to cut it out and if the structure falls, you got your answer.
I’m not an engineer.
This is probably the best video for non enginner/tradie audience to explain the situation
I was just thinking about this today. Serendipitous! Thanks!
This is absolutely wonderful. What a teacher!
This was amazing! The model is what helped. Watching other videos of people walking thru actual houses was confusing
I have looked at so many videos and all I have to say is,
This video explains it All.
Very well explained thank you so much
My definition of elegance usually involves simplicity. Tommy makes it look easy.
I wish all videos were this clear and concise
very interesting. I can see a demonstration of this in my middle wall with a beam over a gap
Brilliant demonstration and explaination!
This is the definitive video on this topic!
Very helpful to have a visual representation, good information!
One of the best teachers. Thank you for demonstrations
So many videos about load bearing walls, but somehow all we needed was a doll house model all along.
This is awesome - thank you for building that model!
Wow! That model framed house is incredible!
tom great person , very inteligent making such a model for understanding , again great person and wonderful teacher
This is really awesome job and I understand great! Amazing job! Thank you!
Tommy is such a great teacher! Thanks, guys!
I LOOOOOOOOVED this explanation. Harder to see what's actually going on when it's life size. GENIUS!!
Wow, wow and wow, AWESOME explanation, thank you so much!
Dang, I'm ready to go out and build my own house, this was great!
That’s actually an awesome mock up of a house.
Mastercraftsman!!! Best visualization ever for home construction.
That model is impressive. Thank you!
So for the last example, is that where you use those U shaped joist hangers to be attached to the new middle beam (without header example).
Yes
After you have an engineer or an architect calculate the load-bearing strength in the size of that beam that's required then you buy the hardware for it
Best. Explanation. Ever.
Tommy is such a great teacher! I love the show!
This is very well explained. Love how there was a model included.
An excellent demonstration. It would great to expand into the other variations such as additions and truss construction modifications. Often a contractor encounters prior "harry the homeowner" work that was not done properly.
I love UA-cam. Learned so much in less than 5 mins
Tom is an exceptional being. I love the model instructional.
tom is a great teacher , this project is very nice and very simple to understand
If youtube was known for just one video, this would be it. It is perfect.
That is the best demonstration I have ever seen. Thank guys.
Don't forget to solid block in the floor system where supporting posts rest on first floor plywood. That will transfer weight on to the beam in the basement
And don't forget the engineering for the upgraded post and pier size in the basement.
This was helpful because the bottom board on my bathroom wall is badly rotted and needs to be replaced
This gotta be the best video and the most easiest to understand load bearing wall thank you so much ….
Tommy is a true professional!
Very cool, thank you! I learned exactly what you taught in this video!
Love the visual! Best explanation of this I’ve ever seen.
This was so helpful! Thank you for that great detailed demonstration
Excellent, direct and simple to understand description. Thank you!
thank you. That dollhouse is really neat
Best example I’ve seen! Thank you for sharing your knowledge ❤
What an amazing demonstration. Thanks so much!
I had a contractor over to price some remodeling work and tearing out a wall was involved. He said he's not sure the wall could come down looks like it's a load bearing wall and will be more expensive to remove requiring some extra framing and bracing or something. I told him it's not a load bearing wall. He asked if i had inspected the framing, and I said no. He asked well how do you know its not load bearing? I said because this room used to be twice as big until I put this wall up about 3 years ago. I didnt hire that guy.
Just finished watching a 15 minute video on Load Bearing Walls that Tommy explained better in three minutes....😊