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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Basements have load bearing components that I don't recommend you modify. Those load bearing components are: columns, beams, foundations walls, foundations and slab. Only if you need more ceiling height, i advise you demo the slab, underpin and pour a new slab. Otherwise, work with an architect to incorporate the load bearing elements into the design. It's much cheaper (and reasonable) that try to replace existing columns and beams in a basement. Check how how I've done it (many many times!) www.ileanaschinder.com[/quote] DP. I assume you have to replace the columns if you are underpinning and lowering the slab (ie even if the new columns are in the same place they will need lower footers)[/quote]
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