Examples of neurodegenerative diseases include Parkinsonâs, Alzheimerâs, and Huntingtonâs disease. Neurodegenerative diseases are incurable and debilitating conditions that result in progressive degeneration and / or death of nerve cells.
A concrete pier is a foundation element suitable for many types of structures but most commonly used for timber frame post and beam buildings. A concrete pier typically consists of a round or square concrete pillar supported at the bottom by a footer piece which serves to spread the load carried by the pier. The pier is placed or cast with the footer below the frost line and its top end above the ground surface.
3. Pry out the nails securing the existing vertical posts to the deck frame. Pull out the old deck posts and discard. 4. Set a metal post base on top of the concrete pier, then drill a Â½ -inch-diameter x 3-inch-deep hole down into the pier with a hammer-drill and carbide-tipped masonry bit.