Our structural old growth timbers often exceed qualities necessary to meet local building codes. However, not all timbers can be grade-stamped at their original grade level because of bolt holes or other conditions. We advise that your architect or structural engineer perform load and bearing calculations that takes the unique characteristics of this material into account. Generally, building designers "over build" with these timbers, that is they specify timbers that are larger than those required by the codes. An architect's or structural engineer's stamp of approval will satisfy the building inspectors need for claim of responsibility to meet code structural requirements.

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