VC 28 feet and ?

Started by MikeT, October 30, 2006, 09:46:24 AM

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MikeT

I went down to inspect the footings that were poured a few weeks ago.  The pour went well, but it looks like the vertical rebar got set so that the outer edge of the short walls will now be a bit over 28 feet apart.  I can place the wall forms so that they are 28' 4" and perhaps get it in an inch more.  I know I can compensate for some of this with the sill plate, if needed.

My question concerns how much effort I should make to adjust for this and where is the best place to make the adjustment.  Beyond this, the footings are square and level.

Thanks,
Mike

John Raabe

I would put any extra length into the living room area. This change may involve a bit more work on the framing layout but will not make enough difference to worry about in terms of spans or structural considerations.
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