I've actually got the answer about the existing joists from a structural engineer - he said I need to beef up the ridge beam then the existing joists can be removed. He said it was the best and cheapest solution.
Hi,
I'm planning to convert my loft but there's not masses of height available so I'd like to hang the new joists from the top of the external supporting walls rather than site them on top. The problem is, what happens to the existing joists that are tied into the rafters? Can I attach the...
Hi,
I'm planning to extend my tiny semi-detached bungalow to the side and convert the loft.
I'm still in the early stages of deciding the layout and trying to figure out costs etc. (I haven't spoken to a SE yet or got any detailed quotes).
What I want to know is if I'll be able to...