Do I need additional floor support? I believe I have the ideal spot, picture included.

[Orion9]

In an effort to subdue Tang aggression I purchased a longer aquarium that I believe weighs a little over 3000lbs when filled. I'm seeking advice on whether I should consider additional support for the floor before installation. I believe its in the most ideal spot, along an outside wall, steel beam under part of the tank, and short floor joist lengths. Any advice or suggestions would be appreciated!

 

[BubblesandSqueak]

personally, I don't think I would do that over the door. I supported my tank to make me feel more confident. But it's more around 2k lbs

 

[FUNGI]

that metal beam is great....i would just add some sister boards (2x4's) following same direction....but just IMO

 

[Asm481]

Here is what I would do. Set the tank here I like, make certain it is nice and level. Start filling it and make sure level isn't changing as it fills. Once fill give it a "shake" test. If it budges then shore it up. Stand next to it and kind of bounce ad watch for ripples in the water. With it running at an angle to the joists, hard to say what is holding what. With the access to the bottom like that it should be easy to watch and build up if needed. So close to the steel is good too.

 

[littlefoxx]

In an effort to subdue Tang aggression I purchased a longer aquarium that I believe weighs a little over 3000lbs when filled. I'm seeking advice on whether I should consider additional support for the floor before installation. I believe its in the most ideal spot, along an outside wall, steel beam under part of the tank, and short floor joist lengths. Any advice or suggestions would be appreciated!

Im having the same dilemma in my house, similar floor too. What size is your tank?

 

[CBonito]

Engineered floor trusses are pretty strong. In your case, I wouldn't worry about anything. You're more than fine.

 

[littlefoxx]

Engineered floor trusses are pretty strong. In your case, I wouldn't worry about anything. You're more than fine.

Is this what youre talking about?? Looks like OP’s level is the same or similar, cousin sent me this who is in construction

 

[Orion9]

Thank you all for the suggestions and reassurance! I will most likely sister a few boards just in case, monitor the floor while filling, and do a few shake tests.

The tank arrived and was unboxed for inspection yesterday, Reefer S1000 G2+.

 

[RichReef]

I would not have any problem putting that tank there. Steel beam and concrete on a short rafter run. Maybe sister them up if you're uncomfortable. Too bad the door is there. A stringer would solve any questions about it.