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From a previous thread about putting up storage in my 28x33 garage that has only 6 joists, I got a ballpark quote from a local engineer of $500-$750 to come out and do calcs and tell me the general plan of what to do. No real documents provided (another $1000 for docs package to help with...

I just moved into a 46 yr old home with a garage concrete floor that was obviously beautiful when it was installed. It is still very smooth with areas of water repelling characteristics -- must be wearing off. The floor is 28x33 and doesn't have a single relief joint NOR any cracks, except for...

Many questions were answered by reviewing old posts re:modifying garages for storage above joists (or trusses). I did this at my previous house by blocking between the 2x6 joists and putting 1/2" plywood on top -- that garage was only 19'x25 with rafters and large ridge board. I also sistered...