Nov 12

Cutting Floor Joists in Timber Residential Buildings - Be Careful Where It’s Cut - Structural Considerations

Floor trusses make it much easier to run services through a structure while maintaining strength and compliance.
Their open-web design allows space for pipes, ducts, and cables minimising the need for cutting holes in floor joists on site.
When working with I-joists, always follow AS 1684.2 Clause J3.1 and the manufacturer’s instructions for hole locations and sizes to maintain structural performance.

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