It was easy to install the wall strap took me about 5 minutes each one. Must have a good hammer drill and impact gun will make it go smoother. So far I’m happy with the product
Order came quickly. Install was fast & easy. Had to use them for a bowed wall in a house I was selling. Structural engineer signed off on it. The straps worked like a charm. Took about 4 hours total including set up & clean up to install 10 straps solo. The included mason bits ate up the block too. I had a big Bosch hammer drill but never needed it as my 20v dewalt drill worked perfectly. Had the impact gun for the bolts and the job was fairly easy. Much easier & cheaper than carbon fiber or block pins. I highly recommend these straps. Everything you need comes with it.
I received the two pairs of braces today and was a little disappointed they didn’t have the black color. Just plain galvanized steel, even though the website and youtube videos show the product as black. The gauge or thickness of the metal U-shaped bracket is about the same as any joist hanger. I was hoping for a thicker gauge. I will give them a try, but will apparently have to paint them myself.
Hi T.D.,
The EZ Brace is availalbe in Matte Black, but you had selected and purchased the Galvanized option. Please let us know if you would like to exchange for the black ones.
Best,
Jocelyn
Nolan Structural Products
Looks like it will solve my joist problem. There are many drivers to support the strap. I am now able to finish my basement with no worries.