I'm just starting on my Garage Simulator build. One big issue I have is that the "ceiling" in my garage is just short of 9' high. There are support beams running the length of the garage. I would like to remove part of one above where the hitting matt will go to give plenty of head room for driver swings. I'm hoping adding some cross bracing will take the place of the removed section. Obviously this is above my pay grade, who would I call to see if this is even possible? A home builder seems like overkill.
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That looks like a truss system. Technically should consult a structural engineer. At minimum I would contact a reputable builder to look at it and give you their input. But you could probably get away with cutting one truss and reenforcing, depending on the load the on the roof. -
That is a truss, and you need to go talk to a truss maker in your area, they should be able to design you a plate for each side of the truss that you can bolt in to carry the load and give you the clearance you need. Just take them the measurements of the truss you have now and take them some pictures of the webbing and tell them what you are trying to do. I ran a truss plant we had to do the same thing for a company so they could install a large press, lot bigger building and more complected that what you will need, it shouldn't be all that bad on the wallet either and a lot safer that just cutting and splicing.Comment
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