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Will i compromise the structural integrity of my I-joist if i hang two 4×8 garage storage racks
It’s totally fine. You can do up to a 500 LBS point load on a trus joist TJI every 5 feet. A 600LBS Capacity garage overhead storage rack will be attached to 4 separate joists at 2 different points, ...
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Small split on the bottom of the wooden stud on a load bearing wall
A split in one stud is never a concern. Walls are built to be a system of support. Wood is well known to contain flaws even when there isn't a split, and splits don't significantly reduce strength ...
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