Do I need to replace these metal support posts

corrosionpoststructural

I have these 3 permanent lally support posts in the basement:

post #1
post #2
post #3

enter image description here Closeup frame captured from video #1

Recently basement was flooded so I tore down drywall prepping things for remodel. It does appear that support columns have rust on them.

Do you guys think:

a) These columns need to be replaced?
or
b) I can just clean & repaint:
+ wire brush
+ rust neutralizer
+ red oxide primer

Best Answer

Short answer: No.

If they ring when you tap them like you did in your video, then they are solid.

Sand them and paint them with a good rust inhibiting paint.