A few months ago, a structural engineer looked at our foundation and basement. The structural joists could be better supported, and improvements need to be made for the addition. (The weight of the upstairs is literally being supported by the sub floor by the top of the basement stairs.) The guys cut holes in the floor to prepare for new footings, which stank up the whole house with a horrible chemical smell. Unfortunately, it is really cold today, so we were limited in how much we could open the windows.
The front room joist is held up by what looks like an old piece of firewood. The log on the left isn't even touching the foundation. These will be replaced.
Our sink had to be disconnected to replace an old metal post. The wall is temporary. When they took out the metal post that used to be at the bottom of the stairs, the whole house shook violently.
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