Browse Forums General Discussion Re: Identifying Load Bearing Walls 6Feb 22, 2008 3:04 pm _Al_ Dukekamaya In the roof space, look for any timber members from the roof to the top of the wall along its entire length. If there are none its not load bearing, if there are you will need to put in a piece of timber to support the load - then you will need an engineer/ competent builder. x2 In an older house, load bearing walls will be fairly obvious, they'll have timbers running down to the top plate, either vertically or 45ish degrees. And ceiling joists. Peter Clarkson - AusDesign Australia www.ausdesign.com.au This information is intended to provide general information only. It does not purport to be a comprehensive advice. Any structural alteration to your home requires building permit. Before you get it you will have to supply plans with structural assessment, you will also be removing… 2 4139 Render your bathroom walls, two opinions versus the one, makes you wonder. 3 6067 The spacing of the studs looks pretty large especially for a load bearing wall. 3 11124 |