So, I'm moving at the end of the month. It will be on the third floor of an older, but well maintained apt building. I am looking to do some tank upgrades. With all that said, and without any more details, whats the general opinion on what a floor like that could hold? Without a secured, concrete floor under it? I want as big a tank as possible without concern. Clearly, plenty of household appliances aren't light either......opinions?
What will the floor hold
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honestly u are asking a question that reasonably can not be answered. i would play it safe and not put anything that would weigh more that 350 lbs
Find out if there are any restrictions first. A lot of apartment buildings won't allow you to have tanks over a certain size, in case they break. Then try to find out how the building was constructed. But no matter what, put the tank across as many joists as you can.
pshtex;5107285; said:
I agree. You face a difficult path to really find out for sure. You could always just get renters insurance and just risk it (after ensuring that your policy will cover any accidents).