Address Load-Bearing Walls and Electrical Panel
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Creating Open Concept in 6 Old Abandoned House
What happens here
During demolition, inspect the ceiling joists and wall framing to determine if any walls are load-bearing. If a wall is found to be load-bearing (e.g., supporting the ridge of the roof), note that it cannot be removed without significant structural modifications, potentially requiring a beam. Also, identify any electrical panels within the demolition zone. For safety and compliance, decide to hire a licensed electrician to safely disconnect, relocate, or upgrade the electrical panel, rather than attempting to do it yourself.
Goal: Identify load-bearing walls through visual inspection of ceiling joists and framing, and decide to call a professional electrician for any electrical panel relocation.
Tools and materials
- Gloves
- Respirator
- Safety Glasses
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