How To Replace A Rotten Wooden Post! DIY

[@FixThisHouse]

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[@johnmartha7044]

You should be using simpson fasteners not deck screws

[@pw309]

The pavers you used for the post to rest on are just about the weakest type of concrete. They are far from structural. For what it's worth, that post was not "supported by a beam" or "supported by another post." The post supports the beam, not the other way around. The screws were much too thin. If you want to check a ten-foot post for plumb, you shouldn't use a two-foot level.

[@5Iron]

First thing I thought of was that those pavers likely do not have sufficient shear strength. Concrete is great in compression but lousy in shear.

[@lennygriffin4464]

You really do good solid work 💪!!!

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much! Your comment Means a lot! 🙏🏽😍

[@ellakennedy3000]

Really bad idea you have no enforcement or any connection between the pavers and the concrete waiting for wind to push it right off … it’s always amazing when I see how Americans build and are surprised when a storm takes their cardboard houses apart

[@lionelborges8094]

That’s reinforcement and you’re right on that count. But the wind isn’t going to blow that non cardboard house down unless a hurricane comes through or a tornado stirs up. I don’t know where you’re from, but I bet our building code are stricter than yours. Just saying.

[@samuelligo7234]

I always appreciate your videos. Honest question here...why did you choose to put the 4x4 actually in the concrete versus placing the concrete and then using a post base on the concrete with a standoff to keep the 4x4 up out of the damp. Not criticizing just wondering why you made that choice. Guys swear by one way or the other.

[@FixThisHouse]

Hi! It’s a good question! Honestly you can do either way, the standoff be a personal choice, I would use that if I was installing a floating deck. Either way will work in my opinion 👍🏽😊🙏🏽

[@saidtheblueknight]

If you pause at 2:51, that post was 99% structurally sound/solid in the middle. It may have started to crumble on the exposed edges, but that thing was in no specific need to be replaced and would have lasted another 15-20 years. And putting another post into concrete will do the same thing as when it was in the ground. Ideally it would have been suspended with a bracket over the concrete.

[@hansmiddelburg1366]

Is the wooden pole not going to crack the concrete?

[@davej9335]

Does not looks like it was rotten , 😀

[@red7fifty]

I'd put Rebar across the patio blocks to add support over the drain pipe, and use a Wet Set post base, and Proper Strong Tie Screws.

[@MrTomad51]

Nice job with your two assistants!

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much! 👍🏽😊

[@Pallidus_Rider]

Curious why the bottom of post is not painted, to protect post from water? Seems to be an industry standard.

[@yarpos]

mmmm especially if you put the cut end in the ground. Pressure treatment of wood isnt deep, as soon as you cut it the raw end is exposed to the elements unless treated/painted.

[@Good-Citizen]

You're a great father.

[@Wooster77]

What do you call the wood boards (painted white) used to wrap the posts with? Do they come pre-cut for that purpose?

[@iraneman1668]

What do you do with the temporary 4x4 pole, once the main is installed in place?

[@markfisher1716]

Good video but as another commenter eluded too, isn"t putting the post in the concrete a no-no anymore??

[@FixThisHouse]

There’s nothing wrong with this method 👍🏽😊

[@shawntracey]

did the concrete crack at the corners right away... when you cut away the cardboard u can see the cracks?

[@misterl1668]

Good stuff. I actually enjoyed watching.

[@frigginpos]

Nice job.

[@DreDay2000]

Great video! Thanks for making it look easy!

[@FixThisHouse]

I’m glad I could be of help! 🙏🏽😊

[@MrJikman]

Would you recommend the one-handed sawzall if I already have a full-sized sawzall?

[@FixThisHouse]

The one handed is very versatile especially on tight areas. But your full sawzall should be good! 👍🏽😊

[@cathycarr700]

I always appreciate your help. This is something I will be working on in the future thank you my friend.👍

[@FixThisHouse]

I’m glad I could be of help my friend! 🙏🏽😊

[@4vinylsound]

Just the job I'll have to do in the spring. Thanks. Love your videos. Learn a lot.

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much! I wish you well on your project! 🙏🏽😊

[@lanevo5699]

Genevo9? Didn’t even know you had this Channel. Thanks for the home dyi and evo help

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you! Anytime I’m here to help my friend! 👍🏽😊🙏🏽

[@kevintotanes8760]

If you’re going to excavate that much, why not reroute the pipe so your post doesn’t have to rest right on top? I like the use of sonotube but I would’ve preferred you place some reinforcement and wet set a post bracket with a 1” standoff to avoid ground contact - isn’t that why you’re replacing the post in the first place?

[@ronrynearson8737]

The way you did that wasn't 100 percent correct and like people say it should have rebar anchored in there but it's nice to see your little helper some day he might be a builder or architect.

[@AmenMama-qe4sq]

You are AMAZING! Thank you for this fabulous channel! God bless you and your lovely family! ❤

[@zekenzy6486]

Great Video. Thank you for sharing

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much for watching! 🙏🏽😊

[@Demebeso714]

Lawd knows theres just nothing you cant fix!!!!

[@princessm.5959]

Thanks for the video. Even if the materials used werent exactly what is needed, its good to see what a DIYer can do.

[@VisionsTruth]

thats crazy putting a load on that pipe, what were they thinking?!

[@tommyduran6785]

Thanks for the video it was helpful and I will be watching more of your videos that you put out have a blessed day and make sure little man gets a nice reward for his helping hands he is the future of construction workers or home builders

[@Bird0fPrey]

Time to sell and buy a new house lol

[@FixThisHouse]

I’m actually building a new one! Stay tuned 👍🏽😊

[@ronm6585]

Thanks for sharing.

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you Ron! 🙏🏽😊

[@nebhosspin1252]

Good work my friend.

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much! 🙏🏽😊

[@DHGo-ex7ns]

Very informatie!

[@Mac3Ent]

Is there a reason why the old post was narrow at the end and the new post is not?

[@FixThisHouse]

They are the same size post 4x4

[@jesusgjchuza6491]

🤝😎

[@FixThisHouse]

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[@CapturedYou]

Amazing work as usual! Keep it up bro.

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much brotha! 🙏🏽😊

[@1252PFC]

another great instructional video. Thanks.

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much! 🙏🏽😊