This Mapleton, Utah home is distinctive, but it requires significant work to meet proper structural standards. During review, we identified several key issues. The most notable include: two basement beams, a ridge beam above the garage, and other areas showing deterioration and poor workmanship.
In the basement, a large 4×18 beam appears sound, but a smaller nearby 4×9 beam spanning about 21 feet shows signs of overstress and failure. With a tributary width of roughly 10 feet, it is undersized for its load. We recommend replacing it with either two 5-1/2×14 glulam beams or a W8x31 steel beam. The load must be supported temporarily during installation of the beam due to its weight.
The ridge beam above the garage, about 27 feet long, shows both water damage and overstress. Because the garage may be removed in the future, we suggested a temporary fix using a 6×6 post beneath the ridge. This post would be supported to the soil with another 6×6 post and an 18-inch by 30-inch footing.
Additional issues include a rotted, unsafe deck that should be removed, surface rock added around the foundation, and multiple signs of decay and poor workmanship. The home’s structure can be restored, but major reinforcement and careful engineering work will be required to bring it safely back to standard.
