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by: Martin Holmes

Hi Richard.

I hope you mean ceiling joists and not trusses.

If your new hatch is a bigger size then you will need to double up the joists timbers using M10's or M12's (bolts) and a strong wood adhesive.

This should be left to a good builder/carpenter. If you have enough experience then this should be pretty straight forward.

Remember to use the right connectors/hangers. If you are having an issue with the trusses then please seek professional advice from someone who can view the property and then advise on what to do.

Martin Holmes.
Builders GB, London

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