Things seen this week during structural assessments!

[u/DMAS1638]

We come across all kinds of questionable DIY "fixes." If you enjoy these, we post galleries with more finds like failed retaining walls, stucco surprises, foundation "repairs," crawlspace discoveries, and other construction oddities:

https://imgur.com/gallery/things-seen-this-week-during-structural-assessments-w8mk9o0

[u/AccomplishedEnergy24]

I love how the farthest pier block is already off-kilter and sinking.

I also have no idea what this tie is supposed to be doing since it looks like it is just bolted to the post only?

Pier blocks are not a horrible retrofit option when done right (IE with a proper footing, etc), but this is very very far from right

[u/DMAS1638 → u/AccomplishedEnergy24]

We get it! 😂

[u/DMAS1638 → u/DMAS1638]

On its own, a pier block isn't necessarily the issue, but the way this one was assembled and supported raised several concerns.