mkgrady
Senior Member
- Location
- Massachusetts
When you have a condo above another what kind of old work recess can be installed and still maintain the fire rating between units?
These won't work with remodel cans. You probably have to remove part of the ceiling and install new installation cans, put the caps on and close the ceiling. Or instead of the hats you can box the recessed light with 5/8" sheetrock.
Sounds like you already have the holes cut for the cans and got caught by the inspector? If thats the case, you dont have much choice other than cutting the ceiling out