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Your revised post is clear and detailed, but you might want to include a few more specifics for better context and to aid those who might want to give you advice. Here’s an updated version:
I'm converting a second master closet into an office and had an electrician come on Monday to run wiring for lights and outlets. Unfortunately, as you can see from the pictures, he notched 5 out of the 6 2x4s supporting a beam (or something similar) about midway through its 10-foot length.
The beam extends another 7 feet beyond the notched studs and is supported by more 2x6s arranged similarly to those in the last picture.
My main concern is that the floor has a noticeable dip directly underneath this beam, which suggests it’s bearing significant weight from the loft and roof system.
Is it normal practice to notch a bunch of 2x4s like this? The electrician did have the means to drill holes, as he did with all the single studs.
I'm worried about the structural integrity and whether this could cause long-term issues. Any advice on how to proceed would be appreciated.
Ummm, no
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