Abstract: An expansion joint filler strip holder and an associated method are disclosed. The device consists of a ground engaging member to which a filler strip holder is attached. In one embodiment, the filler strip holder consists of two parallel rails to which are attached a plurality of material supports. In another embodiment the rails are formed to provide a plurality of material support portions. The method involves providing the device and placing it in the ground by using the ground engaging members and then placing filler paper between the rails and material supports or portions. After this, concrete is poured over the device and around the filler paper to form an expansion gap between adjacent concrete areas.