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LOAD-BEARING WALL

A load-bearing wall is intended to support and stabilize the overall structure of a construction. More specifically, to support the frame and structure of the floors


CAUSE

The main causes of a problem related to load-bearing walls are problems related to foundations.


CONSEQUENCES

The appearance of cracks on a load-bearing wall deserves close attention. The majority of them will be of no consequence, however, they remain to be watched. Some are deep and wide, showing a cracked wall. These large cracks and fine cracks indicate that the solidity of the wall is affected and that there is possibly the presence of a belly-beef. Structural problems can then emerge.


SOLUTION

  1. Support the wall and build a temporary frame;
  2. Dismantle and partially or completely rebuild the wall, depending on the extent of the problem.
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    • Sill: Piece of cement or stone located at the bottom of a window or glazing.
    • Galvanized steel: Steel coated with a layer of zinc to protect it from corrosion.
    • Weeping: Vertical slit in a wall for drainage and ventilation of the back of the wall.
    • Plaster: Plaster or mortar plaster, not smoothed, with which one covers a wall or a foundation.
    • Angle iron: Metal profile with an L-shaped section located at the top of a window or glazing used to support the load of upper masonry.
    • Joints: Space between bricks or stones linked by mortar.
    • Drip edge: Groove located under a sill or a chimney cap, which has the function of moving water away from the wall surface.
    • Lintel: Piece of cement, stone or steel located at the top of a window or glazing used to support the load of upper masonry.
    • Caulking: Sealant for doors, windows and any other coating.
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