How to Repair a Rotted Wood Post: Easy DIY Guide
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Күн бұрынNeed help with a rotted wood post? In this video, I show you how to repair a rotted post with simple DIY techniques that anyone can follow. Learn the step-by-step process for cutting, fitting, and securing a new block to replace the damaged part of your post.
You can restore your post to its former strength and durability using a few essential tools and handy tips. Remember to like, subscribe, and leave a comment if you find this guide helpful!
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✅Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction and Issue Explanation
02:44 - Assessing the Damage
04:22 - Designing the Repair Plan
06:58 - Lifting and Marking the Post
08:35 - Cutting and Fitting the New Block
10:38 - Continued Cutting and Fitting
12:15 - Recommended Tools and Materials
14:43 - Final Adjustments and Fitting
15:09 - Applying Protective Coating
17:27 - Finishing Touches and Final Assembly
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@vinceedwards575 Ай бұрын
Spends a week on a job instead of an hour with a new post. WOW
@dalesumney8806 27 күн бұрын
It's obvious you aren't retired. LOL
@erichsh58 20 күн бұрын
Right. You would waltz in there, do the whole job in one hour, and charge him $1500 for it.
@alwayssearching1882 Ай бұрын
For goodness sake. The negative comments. It isn't like he is building a footing for a sky scraper.Nice job sir. It will work.
@michaelbeury4751 21 күн бұрын
The negative comments are warranted. Everybody today wants a pat on the back for just trying. Sorry but right is right. This isn’t right. Doing things the wrong way is dangerous. Hire a pro if you don’t know. And I’m tired of people highlighting bad contractors. If you hired a bad one it’s most likely your fault. Don’t go for the cheapest estimate. Make sure they are licensed, insured and check references. It’s not hard to find a good one. There are plenty if you look. Funny how people don’t question the cost of their medical bills, dentist, mechanics, HVAC, Heating, Plumbing or Electricians but a.ways want to try to haggle with the Carpenters. Sorry for the rant but it’s all true.
@erichsh58 20 күн бұрын
@@michaelbeury4751 I've been ripped off too many times by contractors to accept this argument. You guys all say the same thing as though paying top dollar guarantees great results. Horseshit. What this guy did isn't going to cause the kinds of disasters you're implying. He's not claiming to be a pro, he's not trying to set any land speed records, he's just showing how he did it and it will work just fine.
@michaelbeury4751 20 күн бұрын
@@erichsh58 nonsense. You were ripped off because you didn’t do your homework. It’s that simple. It’s not about top dollar. It’s about references and making sure the company is legit. Clearly you failed to do that not once but multiple times. So I reject your argument.
@erichsh58 20 күн бұрын
@@michaelbeury4751 In other words, homeowners beware of all the crooks and scammers in your industry, including HVAC and plumbers. And there are lots of them. I did find a good electrician once. Dealing with contractors is worse than getting a root canal.
@dougmackey3696 15 күн бұрын
That’s social media for you. Everybody feels that being a jerk is their right. People comment like they would never do in person.
@timothylongmore7325 2 ай бұрын
I'm a timberframe repairman. There is a great reason why I've never seen this done before. Could just repaired it with liquid wood. Probably would've lasted longer. Kudos for trying though. Red some comments and there was some good suggestions. Replace whole post, use the right base, use correct species of wood, support the work. I would recommend if you had to fix the bottom of a post, use a 16" - 24" half-lap joint, bolted together, no shims. This joint will rot twice as fast as the original ( or faster). Don't mean to be "that guy" but this helps no one and may get someone killed. Hire a pro if you don't know.
@budm9982 2 ай бұрын
I came here to say what you did. I've replaced the bottom of posts in the past. Cut in a half-lap. As I was watching the first few minutes here I wondered why he made the initial cut so low and didn't give himself some room to work.
@timothylongmore7325 2 ай бұрын
@@budm9982 Good point. I appreciate anyone "who tries", but in this day and age you can easiley find the right way to do anything. I do barn beam post with a half lap for one reason. It's how the old timers did it. That's the school I learned from.
@tedpeters9699 2 ай бұрын
Looks like crap
@soundrew 2 ай бұрын
Pro tip: don’t make dangerous videos.
@timothylongmore7325 2 ай бұрын
@@soundrew true that. Back in the day I didn't even want a cam-corder on site.
@longshooter457 2 ай бұрын
Just put a new post in. Simple.
@jimneustadt2688 2 ай бұрын
Correct!!!
@avengerman77 9 күн бұрын
I seen a few negative comments on here but I didn't come here to see a new freaking post installed. I came here to brush up on my mathematical, measurement, cutting and innovative skills. I guess I'm different.
@d.k.1394 Ай бұрын
Wow everyone here is an expert
@woodconnection7899 2 ай бұрын
Better to do a lap joint. Or if going for a tongue and groove you should put the tongue on the lower piece facing up so you don’t have a water flow path and trap. This fix is going to rot fast…
@SamRalls-ti1be 2 ай бұрын
You did a great job. I'm a welder as opposed to a woodworker. I think, I would have built an extension for the metal portion. After a good cleanup and some zinc primer, you could fit the upper portion as needed and attach it to the fresh cut on the support. Welders tend to over-engineer everything. Your method was a great way to do it and you displayed the patience to achieve your objective. Once again.....great plan, good job.
@warrenwatkins9650 2 ай бұрын
Being a painter for years, I suggest using a water sealer that soaks up into the wood. It will dry and keeps water out. Good quality sealer will last for years and can be recoated from time to time.
@Johnny-dp5mu 2 ай бұрын
You must soak many coats into the end grain, 6+ would be reasonable... Plus the connection was poorly done and needed sealed glued. The fellow has good intentions but needs to be guided by an experienced Amish carpenter or equal... Cedar is weak relatively too. The metal base should have either been replaced or cleaned and treated with rust inhibitor. Oh well
@dannyherbert67 2 ай бұрын
The saddle that’s installed is for a 4 x 4, first you should use the right saddle.
@mikehoran9901 2 ай бұрын
Absolutely not, you should have used the left saddle.
@roberthoy9922 2 ай бұрын
Wrong again. Should not have used a saddle at all.
@Expedient_Mensch 2 ай бұрын
@@roberthoy9922 That's right, he needs a stirrup.
@binkywarren21 9 күн бұрын
A saddle or a stirrup? Are you people on drugs? Clearly the man neds to install a bridle.
@davidbarnett5777 22 күн бұрын
You are persistent, Sir! I’m too lazy to attempt that. I had a similar problem, so my answer was to replace the thing with a decorative steel wrought iron post. Kudos to you and your determination.
@Uswesi1527 Ай бұрын
Undoubtedly, but, ingenious assignment. Thanks
@jasonstarr6419 2 ай бұрын
I've been doing home repairs, painting, ground up construction in South Texas since the mid-70's, and you can label me as lazy. That said, I'd have either 1) replaced the entire post, coated the bottom with creosote or tar, put some sort of composite trim around the base after totally filling that 1" space with pool caulk, OR, 2) remove the post and do all that cutting on sawhorses. But, like I said, I'm lazy.
@joseph78e4n6 19 сағат бұрын
Awesome Repair ..... I question the POST mount ?
@johnclarke6647 2 ай бұрын
The joint you are making is called a mortise and tenon😊
@juanrabago906 Ай бұрын
Good job sir! It's your project 👍
@chrissubleski200 6 күн бұрын
I stopped the video and made some popcorn!
@johnmansell5097 2 ай бұрын
I have seen someone do this with a chainsaw, remarkable job, he took the cut 2ft from the floor and used what we call a sky Jack to support the roof. Used the same method for jointing too, saved a heap of cash.
@martinl935 6 күн бұрын
Great job sir, 100 times better and safer now.
@albertwashingtonjr2089 25 күн бұрын
Lots of great ideas on the video. Thanx bud!
@thomasmeng1921 Ай бұрын
Good job and thanks for sharing
@AndrewMaloney-zi3hi 2 ай бұрын
How did the finished joint have such a big gap? I thought it was all measured and test fitted to be a tight fit? What went wrong?
@erichsh58 19 күн бұрын
He left that gap deliberately, assuming the post would settle down and close it once he removed that scissors jack. But that post wasn't carrying much weight to begin with. He could have removed the jack once he cut the bottom of the post out and it wouldn't have moved much at all.
@sergiogalindo1288 2 ай бұрын
Nice job but there is a support not 6 feet away. I would have lifted roof every so slightly and replaced the whole upright beam.
@roberthoy9922 2 ай бұрын
No such thing as an upright beam.
@bcrusher1979 Ай бұрын
@@roberthoy9922 Sure there is, It's almost the same as a horizontal column. lol
@roberthoy9922 Ай бұрын
If we are in a building with upright beams and horizontal columns, we might all be dead. That building hit the ground.
@kenmammel7748 23 күн бұрын
😂😢😅😊
@davidbarnett5777 22 күн бұрын
Er..an “upright beam” is a horizontal beam flipped vertical…also known as a “post”..😅
@philiptrump9590 2 ай бұрын
for all the trouble to cut & fit , also the way of support beam not worth to fooling around , just replace the entire column, safer , easier, and times saving,
@JetFire9 2 ай бұрын
Even if you want to be a cheapskate, don’t be ridiculous, and take the darn post off to work on it in the shop. What a bozo.
@davebarnes6672 Ай бұрын
In reading the comments, I’m reminded of why I’ve not been OFF of FB for approximately 7 yrs now. Many negative comments from guys who I bet have probably never built anything and probably don’t even own a circular saw. There is more than one way to skin a cat, which is often missed by those who are critical and void of real world experience. I applaud your video , Great Job Sir!
@DIYHGP Ай бұрын
How true. I just ignore the a**holes. Er trolls.
@vinceedwards575 Ай бұрын
He spent a week on a job that would take an hour with a new post. HELLO
@Funky4me21 Ай бұрын
@@vinceedwards575 My posts go through the deck and support my railing. And when the builders of my house built the deck they put the posts in the same way as his are sitting on the lower patio. After 24 years they are starting to show signs of rotting. I was wondering what I was going to do to repair them if I am still in the house at that time. Kudo's to him for showing me an idea.
@bobbyhempel1513 28 күн бұрын
@@DIYHGP there are many professional carpenters and builders such as myself who watch this video that aren't ignorant or assholes who still say that you did that in a very wrong and unsafe way and it is not going to last you should have done it right if you were going to do it.
@erichsh58 20 күн бұрын
@@bobbyhempel1513 Considering he was able to support the structure with a pair of 2x4s and a car jack, considering how little weight that post is carrying, you tell me what is so critically unsafe about it.
@Expedient_Mensch 2 ай бұрын
Sure made a hard task out of a simple job, mate. Next time try a half lap joint, at least 12" long, 24" even better. Glue and bolt together with a minimum of two coach bolts, at least 3/8" in diameter, 1/2" better, with galv or stainless washers and nuts. Also cut the rotten wood away about three feet above the highest visible rot line, 2" just isn't enough, the fungus that causes the rot is still there, you just can't see it. And just for the record, Tite-bond isn't wood filler, it doesn't really work for that purpose very well unless you mix it with some sort of binder, like saw dust or talc. Next time, try epoxy putty, or even better, a new piece of lumber instead of the scraps you would usually cut off the end of your repair piece. Ironically, Tite-bond III would probably have done a decent job as an end grain sealer.
@andrewhains8260 2 сағат бұрын
I like it!
@edwardbright9434 2 ай бұрын
I did (2 posted like that all I did jack up old post I put (2 lag bolts up inside old one build a cement small form around the bottom poured cement even with the old post now cement on the bottom
@b-lopez394 Ай бұрын
I was thinking the same thing. Less than a bag of concreate.
@gary6137 2 ай бұрын
Structurally, this method weakens the post against lateral movement. The proper way to splice would be to use a 4 sides metal sleeve and cut the ends flat. Easier fix also.
@manueltorres4111 19 күн бұрын
I think you did a great job mister 👏
@dennisnickel462 2 ай бұрын
Nice Job
@nancysmith9487 2 ай бұрын
First car jack to lift support with another pillar 2/4 then chain saw. Mold for concrete. Wooden box. Fill it. Let it cure. Lower reattach the shoe placed in concrete. Attached. BAM bam have you safe secured pillar. Inexpensive fixed
@redpine8665 20 күн бұрын
That's what I would have done, but I'm not sure it would have looked so great. It would always look like a repair. If he fills in the seams with the same color as the wood and gets creative witha little stain and a rag, it can blend so not to be noticed eaily.
@boofuls 6 ай бұрын
Great video ..2 thoughts .. perhaps you could have prepped the metal seating cleaned it, antirust paint etc. ..that crack in the 🪵 what about some S shaped crimps( S - irons) that you hammer across the crack to stop it opening more
@ronniesmith9717 2 ай бұрын
I cringed...I laughed...I shook my head. I've read most of the comments....the good news is, there WILL be a PART 2 to this.. : )
@stevewhitaker1474 2 ай бұрын
With all the labor involved it very likely would have been more cost effective to just replace all the posts. However, if it is your house you may choose to do it yourself and save a few dollars.
@josephgraham1065 2 ай бұрын
Looks like it will last for a while. Just curious did you put tite bond 3 between the two pieces?
@d.k.1394 Ай бұрын
Nice
@michaelbritton9778 2 ай бұрын
Tidy job. Very nice.
@mig7287 Ай бұрын
👍Nice video of your work. And it seems to atract all the experts in the comments.
@jamesanthony8438 11 ай бұрын
Thanks for the Shoe Goo link! Got a favorite pair of tennis shoes I've had for years, but the rubber and leather around the toes have been slowly peeling off of each other. I've been using a hot glue gun every 2 months or so to seal them back, but from the testimonials I've looked at on the Amazon pages (3.7 oz tube and seven 0.18 tube packs), this should work a hell of a lot better. =)
@DIYHGP 11 ай бұрын
The shoe goo is great on tennis shoes, used it for years. It wears better than the sole of many shoes.
@mitchrhodes 2 ай бұрын
Perhaps a Shou Sugi Ban treatment on both upper and lower sections then a good soaking penetration of a liquid wood preserver before assembly. I'm a believer in using both belt and braces (suspenders) ;-))
@edwardbright9434 2 ай бұрын
Yes I do agree
@richardtrepanier228 2 ай бұрын
I did this the very same way. However for continuity I replaced the whole post no joint.
@timesham7538 2 ай бұрын
You did a very nice job... more than enough for what it is supporting. A new full size 8x8 post is expensive, hard to find and super heavy to maneuver.
@juanrabago906 Ай бұрын
Growing up, I've learned to use Treated wood to avoid water damage. I don't like pine, or any of the regular home Depot products that won't work for longer lasting posts. Either, I'd use Redwood or Railroad lumber thats been treated. I'd even place a protective metal cover piece all around the post, then paint it. If you live in an area where it rains a lot, using regular pine or cheaper lumber cuts, forget it. Mind you, that's me, everyone has their own methods. I don't mind the video but, I know that brace won't last.
@juanrabago906 Ай бұрын
Perhaps another 7yrs of life. It rains a lot in Texas.
@plainwhitepaper3898 2 ай бұрын
6x6x8 45 bucks Replace the post.
@Johnny-dp5mu 2 ай бұрын
He had an old scrap piece of post that wasn't the best had a spit... Showed how limited his knowledge was...should have keep his video private... All the very best. Cedar clear wood posts are very very expensive... In the multiple hundreds of dollars today
@plainwhitepaper3898 2 ай бұрын
@@Johnny-dp5mu Not sure how long all that took, but I just changed out two posts in a couple hours. 45.00 was a reference to Doug fir posts. Never considered the type of post. I am not knocking the man in the video, being able to overcome obstacles speaks for itself.
@jamespeterson686 21 күн бұрын
You haven’t bought lumber lately have you!
@joedejesus6363 Ай бұрын
Nice job on replacing that rotted support post. The problem I'm having is locating the same jack you have there in the video. The jack you have on your list is an ordinary scissor jack for an automobile, what I'm worried about is what kind of support that will give me when having a 4x4 suspended right above it? Where can I purchase a scissor jack similar to the one you have there in the video?
@fishingpier6092 2 ай бұрын
Since the post is a main load bearer, I would make a more stable structure to lift/support the whole structure before the repairing. The bearing capacity of the 4x4 seems not bad, but just not stable to me, pretty dangerous.
@sheffield4911 2 ай бұрын
There are huge gaps between two joints 😂😂😂, it wouldn't sit down well 😂😂😂
@ArthurDentZaphodBeeb 2 ай бұрын
Should have treated that wood with copper preservative on the exposed grain when you had the chance. Didn't look like you (nor the previous builder) used hot-dipped galvanized nails.
@philiphusain3923 Ай бұрын
Good work. Nice job. What’s your opinion of using a multitool for some plunge cuts?
@kmonyt 16 күн бұрын
Bought a multitool recently, and use it everywhere!
@claymore2k1T10 Ай бұрын
at 16:35 he said we have a level 🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂
@RelateGREAT 5 ай бұрын
Nicely done.
@lwalto 3 ай бұрын
I guess it'll work, but it looks like a lot of work to do it better for more money. Like the tie is for a 4x4 and its connected to a 6x6. Just seems like making it all the way new might make more sense.
@gypsy2007 8 ай бұрын
I am a total newbie at this stuff. But I am confused that you are using a replacement wood block that is old and it has a big split already. Doesn't seem safe, doesn't seem like it will last too long. After all this work, wouldn't you want to use brand new wood?
@DIYHGP 8 ай бұрын
The old block is an actual cut off from the original construction. I used it because it was the exact size of the post massage. It’s hard to buy 2 feet of a 8 x 8 post and I didn’t wanna pay for the whole 8 foot section. Being resourceful is something that’s necessary in a DIY project.
@johndo4137 22 күн бұрын
How much do you charge for something like that?? Please let me know ASAP 😊
@kkutube1972 2 ай бұрын
This is definitely for someone who enjoy doing things the long and tedious way and not waste any type of wood. I would just replace the post because saving time much more important to me.
@kkutube1972 2 ай бұрын
Not rich, my time is important and I can reuse the old post for another project. Imagine how much it will cost me to do this for a customer. They don't appreciate the amount of time to fix some or skilled involved, they just want it done. If you calculate $50 an hours times the amount of sweat and time put into that post vs replacing the post and repurpose the post for another project.
@lawrencethompson465 8 ай бұрын
At 16:43, I see a black work table apparently made of plastic. Could you provide a name and perhaps a link to it? Many thanks. Really appreciate seeing this video.
@DIYHGP 8 ай бұрын
Here is a link to one, amzn.to/47za2OI I dont think my model is made anymore.
@lawrencethompson465 7 ай бұрын
@@DIYHGPThank you.👍
@tomsommer54 2 ай бұрын
For Christ sake, change the post. LOL
@Nepcat4-qt5kz 19 күн бұрын
Suggest using ground contact rated wood.
@davidmott8003 Ай бұрын
Saws all cures all
@kirkyorg7654 2 ай бұрын
i would have used my chisel to split the wood around the nails rather than try to hammer them out i would have left them up a 1/2 to an inch originally to stopped water wick and trimmed the bottom with a small decorative baseboard that was well waterproofed but still a good repair that gives a few more years life to the posts
@simplyintranets Ай бұрын
Not perfect, but certainly better than the rotten part before
@edwardbright9434 2 ай бұрын
U r right
@edwardbright9434 Ай бұрын
Thnks we all learn something new all th time
@lisalassetter62 13 күн бұрын
Chainsaw would cut like butter
@aubrey5939 20 күн бұрын
Nice work. However, since timbers are vulnerable to rot after few years, why not use laminated post for bottom section?
@en2oh 2 ай бұрын
One caution around the use of “shoe goo”. This adhesive is often polyurethane based. Over time, moisture and time will hydrolyze the PU. Not the best choice here, in my experience anyway.
@MarkJohnson-pq6tw 2 ай бұрын
The people that do the work for theses license contractor's know what they are doing while the contractor's are riding around at lowes.
@toemblem 4 ай бұрын
Nice work. Maybe it is not needed because of the dowels but I thought you may have glued the tongue and groove.
@claytonsimplot9554 2 ай бұрын
Wouldn't it been easier just to replace the beam? Put up a temporary support and remove the old beam. A days work not a weekend. Also a better base.
@DIYHGP 2 ай бұрын
Not necessarily easier, but definitely more expensive
@gregdouglas5405 25 күн бұрын
I would have duf a footer cut post square jack up structure and poured concrete decorative post.
@rodneyyoung8096 Ай бұрын
Reciprocal saw. Its the most used tools ive owned 👀 .
@bubbapate5740 21 күн бұрын
When you use Shoe Goo, it is glued forever!
@ahmadghanem2414 2 ай бұрын
I enjoyed it. Gave me great ideas in case . Thank you .
@1king-j386 2 ай бұрын
What are the odds that i come across Bodie Pyndus' video. Good work though. From finance to wood work.
@bendredge6947 20 күн бұрын
Good idea, but I think I would fit a new post or build a concrete peer.
@3112134 2 ай бұрын
This is good stuff, thanks.
@leviknudsen9357 2 ай бұрын
Good job! You can hardly tell😂
@TrashyLobster 2 ай бұрын
😂
@natevanlandingham1945 2 ай бұрын
I would think a bottle jack would be easier than a "sissor lift"
@edwardbright9434 2 ай бұрын
question ❓ y th bottom plante not like th post 6,×6 metal piece
@edwardbright9434 2 ай бұрын
Yes Sir I did seen tht I couldn't understand why
@brucepoole8552 2 ай бұрын
Very good technic for that light bearing, a true diy project.
@DIYHGP 2 ай бұрын
Thank you very much!
@montanamike1041 2 ай бұрын
Am I the only one still looking for a sizer lift for $20?????
@denniskaufman326 Ай бұрын
Not sure about your uplift is ok on the roof above?
@dlucks174 Ай бұрын
Cool repair.when im doing repairs on my house my motto is..all it has to do is outlast me
@thomasryan5681 Ай бұрын
I'd go with a new post.
@brandonxiong1940 Ай бұрын
The problem is there's no inspection to approve installation was done correctly. Not surprised!😂🎉
@ottodepaz7187 Ай бұрын
He is the inspector , and he aprooved it 😂😂😂😂
@leestebbins5051 8 ай бұрын
Why not remove the post completely and work on a bench?
@DIYHGP 8 ай бұрын
Because the post is holding up the Arbor
@tomjensen618 2 ай бұрын
I put a piece of tar roofing tile on the metal saddle. Metal gets condensation on it so all wood touching metal needs to be coated.
@DIYHGP 2 ай бұрын
That’s why the bottom of the post was coated with Shoe goo
@charlessheldon5328 2 ай бұрын
If you ever decide to re-approach this project, you might want to consider using a scarf joint. You might end up using a longer piece, but it would be a stronger repair that will allow for replacement if it rots again. Just my 2 cents or is it 5 with inflation?
@jaxjaxson 2 ай бұрын
Sir please make sure to state do NOT even think about trying this craziness with a deck post or any post that will take on any real load...I am sure you are awesome at building cabinetry and other wood working, but structural posts are a whole new ballgame.
@erichsh58 20 күн бұрын
There's barely any weight on top of that post. Did you notice that? No deck, no second floor, just a few beams.
@jaxjaxson 19 күн бұрын
@@erichsh58 yes that's why I said dont do this with a deck or structural post. In his case he will probably be fine.
@oscarpulido7294 Ай бұрын
That's a good idea but in my opinion I'll buy a new post easiest way to fix it 😊
@l.glucid9077 2 ай бұрын
Nice work 😒
@frankartieta4887 2 ай бұрын
You know when you look at something and have no idea what you are looking at ? That how this repair will be to whoever looks at it ! They will not know what they looking at ! I look at things often that I have no idea what I am looking at !
@3percent247 3 ай бұрын
As a repair man with 38 years experience this is not the right way. You should chip away the rot and use spray foam. This material is water resistant and does not rot. Do the job the right way and never worry about it again.
@DIYHGP 3 ай бұрын
Kyle, thanks for your opinion, but since this is a lightweight bearing post, I wanted to replace it with wood. I would not trust it with foam.
@whisperweed Ай бұрын
Wow, 38 years of screwing things up with spray foam. At least you made a lot of work for someone else to fix after you. Only the closed cell foam is waterproof & that is definitely not load bearing.
@a.a.4924 5 ай бұрын
As an engineer with 23 years experience, who saw many structural disasters.. that's why you shouldn't hire a youtuber to fix your house . some customers spent 10 times just because they hired a person unlicensed, not insured and doesn't know what is he doing
@user-li5br8in6z 4 ай бұрын
Not an engineer but this looks like a disaster waiting to happen to me. I would imagine a repair like this would be prone to not providing a good anchor for uplift or side movement of the post. I personally wouldn't recommend anyone do this.
@FirstNameLastName-okayyoutube 4 ай бұрын
I bet you barely seen shit. Licensed contractors fuck up all the time so it is far better to be informed. I bet you charge no less than 1400 to do anything.
@jimart3230 3 ай бұрын
The tongue looks shorter than I'd expect but this kind of joint isn't uncommon and design standards allow for them. What is the specific issue you see here?
@glennwishart6730 2 ай бұрын
What a crappy way to fix a structural member. I am a carpenter of 40 + years. Put in a new post and anchor it with the approved size Simpson 6x6. What a sorry job. Doing it correctly wouldn't take any longer . Your finish job looks like shit. You ought to be ashamed of yourself. I hope nobody gets hurt when this fails. Glenn
@you2449 2 ай бұрын
Proud Alumn of the University of KZfaq.
@timbarry5080 27 күн бұрын
2 1/3 inch?
@d.k.1394 Ай бұрын
He did better than 99% of handymen!
@abs828 Ай бұрын
how do you know?? have you ever seen anybody do this, to compare to??
@d.k.1394 Ай бұрын
@@abs828 ok
@VinhNguyen-ek5lr Күн бұрын
I belong in that 1% 😁😁😁
@bernardoirizarry8549 2 ай бұрын
I love how this project came out! Very good planning. Thank you for sharing!
@ronh9384 11 ай бұрын
Nice repair. A lot of work to fix someone else’s mistake!. Did your circular saw have a light on it? This is what I use for a lot of repairs with wood rot. Probably not appropriate for your particular situation but it works in a lot of places. This stuff would have worked great for the crack you had on the new piece. Ron kzfaq.info/get/bejne/bK59gsd1zNCdmWw.html
@bobdown9414 23 күн бұрын
New post quicker and better job. Good try.
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