Okay that contractor cut blocking to replace valve?

Just wanted to ask as I have trouble trusting contractors these days. Had to get this valve replaced and they cut some of the blocking (at least, I think that’s what it is, I’m no expert) to get into the space. There was already a hole here - they cut where the red lines are. I’m assuming that this is okay structurally, right? It seems relatively minor but want to make sure. There is a vertical stud right behind the wall on the right side of the gap, and maybe 1-2 feet (?) to the left of the gap. The second photo is behind the wall to the left. submitted by /u/H2Pitt13 [link] [comments]

May 13, 2025 - 21:46
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Okay that contractor cut blocking to replace valve?
Okay that contractor cut blocking to replace valve?

Just wanted to ask as I have trouble trusting contractors these days. Had to get this valve replaced and they cut some of the blocking (at least, I think that’s what it is, I’m no expert) to get into the space. There was already a hole here - they cut where the red lines are. I’m assuming that this is okay structurally, right? It seems relatively minor but want to make sure.

There is a vertical stud right behind the wall on the right side of the gap, and maybe 1-2 feet (?) to the left of the gap. The second photo is behind the wall to the left.

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