First, I know it is a simple call away for me to ask the inspector what he prefers. However, I am finding that most of my solutions thus far in my construction projects have been acceptable to the inspector without further input from him. Therefore, I want to know the 'best' methods for the below questions if ya'll might have any input.
1.) BEAM CONNECTION TO STEEL COLUMNS. Know that I am using a 2-ply LVL For my beam that fits nicely on top of the steel column flange. The column flange has 4-holes for screws and I would not be asking this if my beam was solid lumber, however-- is there ANY penalty is using Lag Bolts to connect the steel column flange to the LVL beam?
2.) Steel column and the concrete pad: Know that I have not poured a concrete pad yet, and just poured sufficient column footers for them to rest on until I pour my garage floor. Is there ANY issue with me pouring over the base of the steel column? It is NOT a lally column... it is just an adjustable height steel column. This would permanently embed the steel into the foundation for ever. The only issue i could forsee is 50-years down the road someone having to replace the columns due to rust etc and having to jackhammer them out.
Those are my main questions for now..
Thanks guys!
1.) BEAM CONNECTION TO STEEL COLUMNS. Know that I am using a 2-ply LVL For my beam that fits nicely on top of the steel column flange. The column flange has 4-holes for screws and I would not be asking this if my beam was solid lumber, however-- is there ANY penalty is using Lag Bolts to connect the steel column flange to the LVL beam?
2.) Steel column and the concrete pad: Know that I have not poured a concrete pad yet, and just poured sufficient column footers for them to rest on until I pour my garage floor. Is there ANY issue with me pouring over the base of the steel column? It is NOT a lally column... it is just an adjustable height steel column. This would permanently embed the steel into the foundation for ever. The only issue i could forsee is 50-years down the road someone having to replace the columns due to rust etc and having to jackhammer them out.
Those are my main questions for now..
Thanks guys!