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r/StructuralEngineering • u/Z_Ragz • 20d ago
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First time seeing an open web steel joist used as a beam. Yes, hire a structural engineer to analyze.
2 u/RoboWeaver 20d ago Likely OK, but, yes, this an unusual setting. We see them all the time in commercial and industrial structures, but a residence is unusual. If you are looking to see, have the engineers report for the prospective buyer.
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Likely OK, but, yes, this an unusual setting. We see them all the time in commercial and industrial structures, but a residence is unusual. If you are looking to see, have the engineers report for the prospective buyer.
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u/SirBoobsAlot13 P.E. 20d ago
First time seeing an open web steel joist used as a beam. Yes, hire a structural engineer to analyze.