Have these cuts for a gas line structurally compromised my studs?

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We are in the midst of a kitchen remodel and yesterday had someone come and run a new gas line as we are making the switch from an electric to a gas range. This fellow is a well rated pro but I'm concerned that the way he's cut the studs (see photos) has structurally compromised them. Maybe the cleats he's put in place are enough to offset that?

Detail of the cut in the stud Image of full gas line in kitchen

score 3 · Answer 1 · answered May 20 '14 at 15:35

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You are allowed to notch a non-load-bearing stud up to 40% of the width. For load bearing and exterior walls they can be notched to 25% of the stud width.

https://engineering.purdue.edu/~jliu/courses/CE479/extras/Notching_&_Boring_Guide_A11.pdf

answered May 20 '14 at 15:35

Shane Wealti

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Have these cuts for a gas line structurally compromised my studs?

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