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Worked a treat!

This Joist Reinforcer was exactly what I needed to strengthen two 2"x10" joists that were weakened by an overzealous plumber. Installation was quick and easy with the provided pilot bit, driver bit, and fasteners. The only suggestion I can make is to mark the drill bit for depth so that the pilot holes don't go all the way through the joist. My first joist looks like swiss cheese from the back side, now. On the second joist I learned my lesson and left the pilot holes about 1/4" from clearing through the joist. It makes for a much cleaner look. Thanks for a great product!

Great solution for DIY joist repair

I love this joist repair. It is easy and straightforward, it is very much needed for complete confidence when you are not an expert carpenter. The best part about it was fixing previous plumbing cuts in the master bedroom in the attic which were very deep, and definitely not to code. This fixes that problem and gave me peace of mind.

Carbon plywood

Printed carbon on common plywood. What a crock, I was hoping for a full piece of carbon. Don’t bother with this guy, now I have to take another road to fix. Damn crook.

Hi Fred, we're sorry you weren't happy with your order, however our product description states that the core of the plate is plywood. We have also included a link to the design report in the product description. We don't misrepresent our product at all, it just requires a bit of reading.

Great Product

I installed the straps on joists damaged by an HVAC install. They were easy to install and they work great. They saved me the hassle of moving the HVAC pipes. Great support from Rich and his team.

Thanks

Excellent Customer Service

I had made an error in my order, and they helped me out quickly and with no trouble.

Pesty inspector

Had picked up a hot poker on a job another contractor walked off of because of the maniacal inspector, he had cut a couple of support load bearing walls. The most amazing aspect of Nolan’s products are when he questioned the product I sent out an email for the engineering specs emailed right out to . Another inspector being updated on new cutting edge ways of structural support. Thanks Nolan my number one go to company for aggressive inspectors and for the latest in structural repair.

Great solution

This was was the perfect solution for a slab that was poured without the proper footings on an interior wall of a barn we are building. Well thought out quality product.

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Basement Wall Strap
Kevin Leboeuf
Great Product!!!

These straps were very easy to install with minimal prep work. the amount of money I was able to save compared to a basement company installing carbon fiber straps was substantial. I would definitely recommend to anyone considering strapping apposed to a full wall replacement or alternative options.

Found off YouTube

I was researching ways to reinforce a joist with notches removed. I found a YouTube video describing this product. As a mechanical engineer myself, I really appreciated the mathematical explanation of how this strap reinforces the joist. Installation was easy and now there's a bathtub installed on what was once a weakened joist with no issues!

Just right

This plate arrived promptly with all of the parts. Easy to apply

Worked exactly as described

joist repair

i have a 17 foot 2x12 joist that failed due to a large knot. this was far easier than sistering the joist.

Joist Repair

Easy to install and a solid repair.

Joist repair

Quality / strength /ease of use
Driver bit included

Second Footing

The saying “easy button” should be changed to “insta footing”

Second Footing

The saying “easy button” should be changed to “insta footing”

Thanks for some common sense engineering

Easy and a time saver! I already bought a second and will by two more q1 2023.

Excellent Product

Works like a charm

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Attic Access Bulkhead
Donald Devaney
Best solution ever

Plan has come up with a cool proof system. Our structural engineer loved it. Thanks.

Couldn't ask for better

Used the product to fix a joist and the bldg inspector was skeptical until I showed the video and the credentials of the engineer (designer). Saved me major bucks. Also appreciated that all tools needed were included and that it was shipped quickly. Usually I don't write reviews but this simple product was great.

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Joist Repair Kit - 24" Strap
Richard P. Holland
Very Pleased

I used to splice a joist where I couldn't raise into place in one piece. Being able to install from below made the job much easier for me. Good product and good support from the engineer.

Joist strap

My local engineer had to stamp but he approved

Great Product

This is a very stout structural tie and I'm honestly not sure why this product or something like it isn't available in big-box stores. I will definitely use Nolan products again.

Joist Repair Kit

Product is outstanding. Placed joist strap then cut large 6.5” notch to route ducting through. Joist is probably stronger than before and no soft spots on upstairs floor. This product is a lifesaver when you’re in a “no other options” scenario like I was.

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Insta-Footing - 16x16" Plate
Kenneth Lichtenstein
Great Product

I gave it to the contractor to install. He said that it was great!