Ratings & Reviews for Simpson Strong-Tie ABA 6-in x 6-in ZMAX Wood to concrete (retrofit) Base
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What Customers Are Saying
Customers overwhelmingly praise this post base for its durability, secure fit, and effectiveness in extending wood post life by preventing ground contact and moisture damage. Most highlight sturdy metal construction, easy installation, and reliable performance in deck applications. Many note the precise fit on standard posts and adjustability for alignment. While several mention the higher cost, most conclude it delivers long-term value and would purchase again. A few report fit issues with treated timber or installation concerns, but these are isolated. Overall, reviewers strongly recommend it for serious post protection.
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Would RecommendThe products were great, but after digging a base hole, inserting the hurricane strap, mixing the concrete and filling the hole and placing the post bracket! After the post, trim boards, it was all covered up and not visible, but I know that it would work, and where it is!
Ok
Would RecommendDoes the job fine
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good product
Would Recommendworks well to keep post off the ground
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Durable
Used for a load bearing beam. Really great product and very durable!
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Worked as Advertised
Would RecommendI did not want to cast in so used this as the initial post base.
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Works that you pay for it.
Would RecommendThey worked as expected, but they are a little pricey.
Need your anchors to go with it
Would RecommendIt works
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Well built
Would RecommendVery reliable
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Needs new design
Would Not RecommendI did not like the easy movement when light stress was put against it.
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Sturdy
Would RecommendPretty sturdy, not flimsy at all. Decent weight to the product
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Solid
Would RecommendGood, solid footer
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post base works well
Would Recommendfit snugly on 6x6, easy to install
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great for the price
Would Recommendstrong and sturdy
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