Bricks, Masonry, Asphalt and Concrete - block garage

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aptech
03-27-07, 04:36 AM
I have a concrete block garage that I want to put a second story onto. The second story will be wood framed with gable roof. What concerns me is that two walls ;the back and one side are bowed inward from end to end and the back wall is out of plumb. This was the result of being built against a bank. The bank has since been removed from contacting the walls.Other than tearing down the garage and starting over is there a way to reinforce these walls? Any suggestions?

Thanks
Gerald

Frank99
03-27-07, 06:57 AM
You would have to get an architect or engineer to allow the second story, they will tell you what needs to be done.