Patent ID: 8622364
Filing Date: 2014-01-07
Classification: E04H

Abstract:
1. A post support device for securing the bottom of a wooden support post to a surface, the device comprising: a base adapted to being attached to the surface; elevation support means in cooperation with the base for supporting the post or a filler block if one is used in a position above the base; at least two cover plates, each cover plate being adapted to covering a portion of the exterior of the post, each cover plate further including an elongate flange portion facing inward towards the post and being positioned generally transverse to the longitudinal axis of the post, said flange portion including a leading cutting edge to enable the flange portion to pierce into the post upon an application of force to the flange portion to provide a mechanical seal between the flange portion and the post; first fastening means for securing each cover plate to the post; and second fastening means for securing the base and the elevation support means to the post or the filler block if one is used.