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When are support columns that are rated as "temporary" or "not for permanent use" okay to use? These types of columns (hollow steel columns with a removable pin) are often called out in a home inspection report. While the presence of these types of columns suggests a non-standard or insufficient repair, sometimes they are acceptable. When are the acceptable? Well, they are acceptable when they are use for a temporary application, of course. But also if they are only added to improve minor conditions such as to take the bounce or squeak out of a flooring, or in this case, to take a bit of the belly out of a sagging floor system in an old house. It can be hard to distinguish if they are structurally necessary as compared to simply improving conditions - so look closely for damage and also determine if there is a fundamental span issue. #structuralinspection #structuralengineer #structalk #lallycolumns #jackposts #floorslope #rowhouse #foundation #advancedstructuralassessment