This occupation is included in the larger group of pipelayingfitters, pipefitters, and plumbers.. The median wage for this groupis $4,781 per month ($27.58 per hour). Half of all of these workersearn between $3,602 and $5,651 per month ($20.78 and $32.60per hour).
When supporting joists that span 12 feet with no overhang beyond the beam, a double ply beam can span in feet a value equal to its depth in inches. A double 2x12 beam can span 12 feet; a (2) 2x10 can span 10 feet and so on.
I am opening a load bearing wall and need to determine the size of support beam. This is a two story house with an unused attic (will never be used). I am replacing the wall on the first floor. The second floor is all bedrooms and baths. The span is 12 feet and I am hoping not to have any columns.