Removing and replacing a Termite infested Post and Beam-DIY

Roberson Construction Inc.
Roberson Construction Inc.
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Published 2014-08-20
In this video I demonstrate replacing a 6x6 post and 6x10 beam on an exterior overhang due to termite damage. The damage to the beam was caused by direct contact of the bottom of the support post to concrete without a metal post base. to hold it off the concrete. Dry rot started at the post bottom and termites followed the. post to the beam.
All Comments (21)
  • @manuelortiz5164
    Looking to replace my post. Pretty much have the same front porch set up. This video is a huge help.
  • @khue6377
    Excellent job supporting the roof. Great video thank you
  • @willy8477
    ik kijk liever naar jou colega die klest te minste niet zo veel als jij, maar je werk is geweldig
  • @user-lf7en6rf8m
    Excellent, i love learning these types of repairs from tradesmen who have been doing this work for a while, im fairly new to the trades , thank you for sharing
  • @rafaels3552
    Very nice video. I also like the vacuum there cleaning after yourself. Thumbs up!
  • @QVL75
    Excellent!  I've always been curious as to how a beam and a post of the roof overhang are replaced without the roof overhang collapsing during the replacement.
  • @petermartin254
    Question: How would I anchor 10 foot posts with vinyl sleeves to hold up the overhang on my porch. Would I shoot nails through the vinyl and 4x4, or would the weight of the overhang be enough to keep the post in place? I thought about taking a pocket hole jig and placing a screw through the vinyl and 4x4, but I don't want to damage the vinyl. How can I make the post secure and strong without damaging vinyl?
  • @sarveshkakar
    I could not find out how you guys lifted up big beams?
  • @GreatXu
    For your new post, what kind of the wood is?
  • @adamcturnbull
    Is there any treatment you sprayed on the post ?? My concern would be that those little buggers will just appreciate a new post to gnaw on. Thank you for the video. It was very informative
  • @588158
    Nice Job! Question., was the replacement post made of Cedar?
  • @shirleynegron1655
    Thanks. We have a carport that's attached to the roof of our house. We purchased this home 10 months ago in Georgia and whoever built the carport did not use metal brackets and attached the beams directly onto the support beams. We are attempting to sister the beams until we can hire a professional to remove these beams. My concern is that by hammering the support beams while sistering the beam we can crack the roofing material, and cause leaks, please advise.
  • @kimchee94112
    Isn’t most of that beam good other than the part protruding beyond the roof? When the new beam tied back to the house don’t think its stronger than the original at that corner. It will rot again at the roof line again, see that all the time. Maybe cap it with galvanized sheet metal to extend the life. The post could be saved, splicing with new wood, epoxy and screw. Had a few done, still standing after many years, no indication of rot or weakness. Then maybe cheaper, labor wise, replacing with new post.
  • @bigazmark
    When did you stop hosting"Intentional Talk"?
  • @IWBVS
    looks great! are permits needed to go into the wall? since it almost looks supporting. also, is there a minimum distance we have to go into the wall before toe-nailing?