Sturdi-Wall® Plus solution

Step #1 - Remove post

1. Dig soil away from rotted post.

2. Inspect treated lower board for decay; it may need to be replaced.

3. Brace rotted post by fastening a support beam under truss and lifting with an adequate-sized jack.

4. Make sure brace and jack assembly are installed safely and securely.

Step #2 - Attach Sturdi-Wall® Plus bracket

1. Saw off rotted post approximately 3 inches below top of treated baseboard.

2. Remove rotted section of post.

3. Clean out all loose dirt from bottom of hole.

4. Tamp bottom of hole to ensure a solid base for poured concrete in Step 3.

5. Attach Sturdi-Wall® Plus bracket to bottom of post.

6. Install 1/4” x 3” wood screws. Drill and install 1/2” Grade 5 bolts. Length will vary based on model purchased.

Step #3 - Pour concrete

1. Use treated baseboard as outside form.

2. Install additional forming around base of Sturdi-Wall® Plus using plywood. Form should extend 2 to 3 inches beyond post on three sides and flush with baseboard.

3. Pour concrete to base of form and allow concrete to firm up slightly.

4. After previous pour has firmed, pour concrete to top of form (base of the bracket). Rod and tap concrete to ensure a completely consolidated fill under bracket. Do not over vibrate or aggregate will settle.

5. Remove brace and jack assembly after approximately 12 hours. Do not bump or fully load repaired post for 30 days.