[cchean]

After some research, I guess I have an idea on how to replace a rotten base on my porch column. However, still have a few questions:

01. Would I have to remove the column completely in order to replace the base or could I just lift the porch ceiling enough to remove and slide a new base in?

02. How is the base attached to the column and the porch? Construction adhesive? Or is there a screw or nail to prevent it from shifting in case of some lateral force?

03. I saw there are plastic sleeves that will give the aesthetics of a base, would that be a better option?

Thanks

 

[de-nagorg]

Without further inspection, we only know what you have told and see in the pictures.

I can't answer any of your questions from that.

Only you can answer after you start the removal.

There are fiberglass columns, been around for decades, and that might be what you have, over a 4X4, or 6X6 post.

There appears to be a separation of the brick from the concrete, behind the post, and that needs attention also.

ED

 

[Nealtw]

I think you will find the the base is 4 pieces of 2x4 or 2x6 . I would dig one out of there, You could likely just replace it with 2x4 or 2x6 pvc one piece at a time.

 

[Brian Famous]

Looking at your pictures, i would dig one of the 4 base pieces out to see what is made from (likely 2x stock as previously mentioned).
To replace with pvc, or even PT wood, you'll likely have to jack the column (and roof) up in order to slide the new pieces in place as there almost undoubtedly has been some settling since it was built.

 

[ktkelly]

Put up a temporary support, then begin removing the base a little at a time.


If you find that the base doesn't actually go all the way under the column (I doubt that it does), you can either cut some new pieces, or you can buy some PVC split bases that just slide into position (glue with Liquid Nails Extreme) caulk and paint.

 

[JLawrence08648]

Could even be a threaded rod in to the brick or concrete.

 

[Lamont Cyrus]

thanks friends. a lot of new and useful information