Installing a new fireplace

[Matthew Small]

Anybody on the list ever installed a new window in a load-bearing wall where there was no window before?  I just bought a new gas fireplace and I plan on installing it in a wall with no presently existing window or opening, on the bottom floor ofa tow-story house.  I am sure I can do all of the work myself, but I am concerned about suporting the second story when cutting through two of the studs that support it.  I've know that I should support it, but I am wondering about the best way to do so.  Is there a floor jack or anything like that I can use in a finished houe so I don't tear up the floor?  Anybody have any advice at all about doing this?

Thanks,
Matt Small

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