Home construction question

[m_c_zero]

Hello knowledgeable HBTers!

I just recently purchased a home and found that the I-beam jack in the basements seems to be off-center. This is something that I have no idea about. All I know is that it should not be like this. Here is the photo:

Anyway, is this something that I can fix myself or should I get a professional out to fix it?

Thanks in advance.

 

[littletommy]

You could get a 4x4 and wedge it under the beam, down to the floor, to take weight off the existing jack while you straighten it, or, you could just buy a new jack post at lowes or Home Depot (they're pretty inexpensive) and place it near the existing one if there is room to do so. Obviously, you don't want to just rip the old one out without supporting the surrounding area, but it's not a difficult job as long as you can determine you are supporting the same beam as the old crusty jack.

 

[m_c_zero]

Great info, thanks for the reply!

 

[stee6043]

Be careful when you raise that beam. You may move some walls and crack some paint...