Problem with the steel beam

A problem with the steel beam height in the garage was brought to my attention today.  Apparently Doug was already aware of this and meeting with the structural engineer when I called him (Izzie, the framer told me when I stopped by).  This is another example of the value that a builder brings to the scene that may go unnoticed.  Apparently the garage slab was poured a few inches higher than the plans.  This was a “critical” dimension, but I guess no one knew it was critical so they just poured it as a normal slab instead of with such a steep grade.  The result was that that the distance from the floor to the beam wouldn’t be enough roof for the garage door to retract.  Doug was working with the structural engineer of raising the beam.

As detailed as a set of plans look, there are so many things that just don’t add up, or connect properly on the job site, so getting a good framer that can work with the architect and engineers to solve these problems is important.