I’m starting to address some of the sagging floors in our 1842 brick house. The worst offender is a front corner, where the floor slopes down probably about 3” over 8 feet or so. The supporting joist fits into brick pockets, one at the front of the house, one in a chimney support. The span is only about 7 feet. This joist was clearly replaced previously, it’s 2 2x12, not laminated together because they appear to move free from one another. I’d like to replace this joist. I started jacking it up yesterday, moved it up about an inch. I’d like to jack it up, provide temporary support of the floor, remove the joist and inspect/repair the brick pockets, then install a new joist. I won’t be able simply install a new full length joist from below the floor because they slide into the pockets a few inches. Anyone have any tips? I’ve seen talk about installing 2 piece joists, sistered to another joist or plywood, bolted, glued, etc.