Ratings & Reviews for Simpson Strong-Tie ABA 4-in x 4-in ZMAX Wood to concrete (retrofit) Base
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What Customers Are Saying
Customers overwhelmingly praise these post anchors for their heavy-duty construction, rock-solid stability, and ability to prevent rot by elevating posts off concrete. The ZMAX coating resists corrosion effectively, and the pre-drilled holes with split-side design allow easy alignment during installation. Most reviewers highlight durability and code compliance as key strengths, calling them the best choice for decks and outdoor structures. A few mention needing additional washers or note alignment requires patience, but these minor concerns barely diminish the strong consensus that performance justifies the investment for critical structural applications.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.Awesome install features!
Would RecommendI loved that these had split sides so I could level mo posts one way and then secured one side while still allowing movement side to side.
Convenient to install, and sturdy, but flexible.
Would RecommendThese are relatively easy to install and offer some flexibility post installation. I liked that these could be moved a bit if they weren't square. They are supposed to help prevent rot, but it's a bit soon to tell for me. You need large bolts to use these.
Best post base
This base is best for allowing adjustments to post location. Drill into concrete and use Read Head to hold in place
Up to code
Would RecommendSimple but effective. Meets the code requirements for my region, and holds fast.
Works as expected
Works as expected, no concerns or issues. I would purchase these again
Good product
Would RecommendEasy to use and very strong. Did exactly what I hoped for
4 x 4 post base
Would RecommendPretty straightforward good construction no flaws didn’t come with a washer so make sure you have one.
Perfect to eliminate ground contact to stop rot
Would RecommendSturdy when mounting post to concrete. Keeps wood off concrete surface eliminating any opportunity for rot!
Zmax
Would RecommendI used this on a flip to replace old worn out wood that wasn't attached to the deck. Easy to use with a good design
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Post connections
Would RecommendBase work well for attaching post to concrete. Used this base with concrete pier blocks on shed construction.
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Great for posts
Would RecommendUsed these to set posts for decking and they worked great. Not much to say, they are study, good build quality and did it's job
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Hi D Ezy, this is Colin from Simpson Strong-Tie. The ABA44Z design helps prevent rot at the bottom of the post by having a built-in 1" standoff...