Joist vs Load Bearing

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edta1

Discussion Starter · Jun 2, 2011 (Edited)

I had to make a few holes in some ceiling joists. 1 two-inch hole per joist. Across 6 or 7 joists in roughly the same spot. I made sure that I was 2 inches above the ceiling drywall when I made the holes. I realize that the joists are weakened but did I just weaken them to a point of concern?

There are 2 bedrooms above. The joists are 9 inches wide.

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edta1

Discussion Starter · #3 · Jun 2, 2011

rossfingal said:
How thick/deep are the joists? - 2 X 10, 2 X 12?
What is the span of the joists?
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rossfingal

The joists are about 2x10 and spans about 9 feet. The hole on each joists is on one side-- about 30inches from one end of the joist.

I'll take measurements tonight and draw it out.

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