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i am connecting a patio cover to excisting roof. i have 2 6x6 post 16' from house that are 12' apart would a 4x6 wood bm be enough to support 16'4x4s at 24" from house to beam?
Hi mark, 4x6 is kind of puny for a 12' span. I would go at least 4x10 on your beam. The 4x4's you have spanning 16' will sag over time if not immediately. I recommend 2x8 joists at 24" centers minimum..I hope this information helps, please feel free to write again regarding this or other matters,sincerely bruce e johnson..bejohnsonconsulting.com
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Bruce E. Johnson
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I can answer any construction related question in regards to carpentry, concrete, drywall, masonry, structural elements of any type of building, residential or commercial. Interior or exterior.
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Custom Commercial and residential buildings. Churches, theaters, schools and auditoriums. Most recently I am working with the Catholic Church on several design build committees. I have a website related to scheduling and project supervision. Although my expertise is more related to multimillion dollar commercial, educational and theatrical projects my generous credentials in residential and remodelling construction make me a viable source of information regarding all forms of building questions.
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