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Walls That Carry The Weight

Could you identify the load-bearing walls in your home?  Load-bearing walls are vital to a structure’s strength, and include exterior walls supporting the roof, ceiling, and upper floor loads. They usually run through the center of the house and are supported with columns in the basement. When remodeling, load bearing walls can be removed, but only with professional supervision. 

 

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