Removing a Wall

Question

I am interested in taking down an interior wall that separates my kitchen and dining room and the wall runs parallel with the floor joists. Are there any special precautions that I should keep in mind while undertaking this project?

Answer

Just check to be sure the wall is not a load bearing wall. A load bearing wall may support a floor, ceiling or roof. Check up in the attic to be sure.

Removing a wall leaves a space in the floor and ceiling which has to be filled to match the existing covering. Removing the top and double plate if in an attic may leave a hole for loose insulation to pour out of. Maybe check out the attic and see if you have blown in insulation first so you can remove the insulation over the wall area.


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