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Old 07-09-2012, 10:46 AM
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I was very concerned about the weight limits in my attic over the garage as I had lots of business stuff I'm required to keep for years. I ended up storing about 60 plastic tubs, each weighing between 50 and 75 lbs. So something between 3000 and 4500 lbs. Plus I added additional items over the joists on the wings. So far it's all been up there for about 6 weeks. When we had the big storms a couple of weeks ago I was expecting the to hear it crashing down as the house was moving. So far so good. So my unprofessional opinion would be either you can put a lot more up there than you think or I will be in big trouble soon. Hope it's the former.