cross beams in attic

keyboard

Hi

I have two beams which cross each other going from side of the attic. They cross in the center.

Does anyone know if i can simly cut them out ?

Cheers

alanobrien

If they cross from ceiling to floor then I suspect these are roof trusses.
If so i would leave them well alone unless you want the roof to cave in !

Doozergirl

I think you could safely assume that they were put there for a reason. The two sides of the roof do need tying together otherwise they'd just attempt to fall flat, which would be a bit of a problem for the walls!

Don't do anything without consulting a structural engineer first.

keyboard

thanks for the responses guys. Will leave them well alone.

:-)

greyteam1959

They are a bit like wheels on a car..........there for a purpose !!!!!