Simpson Strong Tie FPBM44E Fence Post Mender

Product Description

The SIMPSON STRONG TIE FPBM44E is a metal fence post mender designed to reinforce and stabilize wood fence posts that have rotted or sustained structural damage at or near the ground line. Rather than excavating and replacing a full post, this mender drives into the ground alongside the existing post to restore upright support and extend service life. It suits installations set in concrete or compacted dirt. Contractors and property maintenance crews commonly install this product during routine fence repair work to reduce labor time and material cost.

This mender is suited for residential and light commercial wood privacy fence repair. It addresses the common failure point where a post base has deteriorated due to moisture exposure or ground contact decay. A single unit provides meaningful reinforcement, and installing two menders on opposing faces of the same post increases overall stability. The package includes 6 units per carton, making it practical to stock for multi-post repair jobs.

Key Features

• Reinforces rotted or damaged wood fence posts without full post replacement
• Compatible with posts set in concrete or dirt
• Two menders per post provide increased lateral stability
• Sold in a 6-unit package for efficient multi-post repair jobs
• Manufactured by Simpson Strong-Tie for structural hardware reliability

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style repair solution for standard wood fence post installations where the post base has been compromised by rot or physical damage.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by a fencing contractor or experienced property maintenance technician. Before installing, assess the extent of post decay to confirm the mender will contact structurally sound wood. Drive the mender into undisturbed soil adjacent to the damaged post section using a hammer or mallet, following the manufacturer's placement guidance. No concrete removal is required when the post was originally set in concrete, but ensure the mender reaches firm bearing depth for proper support.

Technical Specifications

• Unit of Measure: EA
• Package Quantity: 6
• Package Weight: 27 pounds

Standard Information

• Brand: SIMPSON STRONG TIE
• Manufacturer Part Number: FPBM44E