Plumbing stack through load bearing wall

[jbmooney@sbcglobal.net]

Can a 3 " pvc plumbing stack penetrate vertically a load bearing 2 x 6 wall, without destroying the integrity of the wall?

[PLUMBER RICK]

considering it's done all the time. i would say it's an acceptable practice.

you're lucky you have 2x6 (5.5'').
we use to have to do it in a 2x4 "3.5'' wall:eek:

as long as the hole is drilled center of the plates 3.5'' hole will still leave 1'' on both sides. then install steel plate straps on both sides of the plate.

now if it was the wall studs or floor joist, then you would have issues.

rick.

[toolaholic]

yes I'm a carpenter , lic. Gen. contr.

[NHMaster3015]

Our code, yes. Needs boca plates and simpson ties top and bottom though.

[westcoastplumber]

I wish every wall was 2 x 6 ....

I had to install 6 body sprays, 3 diverters, a rainfall shower, a shower head, and a pull off shower near a tile seat, in a wrap around circular 2 x 4 wall, all 3 / 4 valves:mad:

can you say swiss cheese:p

[MR.WRENCH]

I wish every wall was 2 x 6 ....

I had to install 6 body sprays, 3 diverters, a rainfall shower, a shower head, and a pull off shower near a tile seat, in a wrap around circular 2 x 4 wall, all 3 / 4 valves:mad:

can you say swiss cheese:p

co sign