For anyone wanting to do this themselves: First of all wet pour and rebar as everyone is saying. Second, don't use 4x4 at those heights as they will twist and warp. Instead, use 6x6. 3rd, I'm not sure if he did in this video, but pressure treated wood needs time to dry before paint or stain will adhere. It takes a couple weeks.
@rthedberg No. You can, and it wouldn't hurt. But I doubt most people's houses are going to suffer from shifting terrain that would cause separation between the new slab and the house foundation. Wouldn't hurt, but it's not really necessary. Definitely use post bases though
If you're planning on building a concrete slab as large as this, DO NOT USE THE DRY POUR METHOD. Take it from a structural engineer. The dry pour method is great for like a flower bed or a few pavers that you don't mind breaking within a few years. Mix the crete and use rebar reinforcement you wont ever have any doubts.
Saving money doing it yourself is a great thing. Giving yourself the satisfaction of doing it yourself…priceless. I love stepping back and saying, “I just did that myself.”
When that slab cracks because it's dry pour without reinforcement and pulls the roof and siding down you can say " I created this problem all by myself"!
@@picklemetimbers3003Aw! He won't have to wait for the slab to pull that roof off! Did you see how he attached it? Without flashing? That's flying off in high wind and may even pull the concrete with it. If it happens fast enough before the slow rain water innundation rots the load bearing studs of the house!
For a DYI GUY you seem to have all the tools needed, knew the all the terminology and had all the ability to complete the job. Great job.. Fun working with children..
Great job. He is a keeper. Years ago men built houses no blue prints, and the homes were beautiful structures filled with love. You will have people giving you pointers,and ideas of what you should or could have done better, but you did an amazing job .
Both of my parents had their back porch enclosed in the mid 90’s as a small sitting room for my mother to enjoyed her music or just piece of quiet for her. It was all season room,too. It had already had a roof over the porch. It still had a patio door from the house.
This video is outstanding! Your ability to explain complex topics in a simple and engaging manner is truly impressive. I feel much more informed and inspired after watching this. Keep up the fantastic work!
These minor DIY projects are a great way to build confidence for future bigger projects. And when you consider the money saved...it's really a satisfying feeling.
@@Mikael-jt1hk Yeah...that would definitely put your confidence in check...but you can use it as a learning experience to see what you did wrong, what materials would have been better to use and when you see the cost involved in re-doing it, you definitely WON'T be making that mistake again.
Any concrete supporting structure is preferred to have a footing on the outer edge of slab. Wet pour is preferred for this instant. Did a perfect job on the rest of project though. A+
Wet pour is not "preferred", it is required. I can't understand why someone would spend all the money on all the concrete they need and then put it in in a way that will require it all to be torn out again in a short time.
Hello I’m Elle your new subscriber from California .. since I’m retired from the Navy I wanna learn doing DIY in my home.. and thanks to your channel it give a lot of ideas . It was very helpful, all the details.. I really appreciated .. thanks again . Keep vlogging and inspires other . Keep safe and GOD Bless 🙏
HGTV called and they wanted to let you know that you're hired. Holy crap! I'll see you in the gardening section at Lowe's. This is my favorite video you've done but I'm really looking forward to the kitchen build.
Wow!! Great Video! You are really building great equity on your home as well as making new changes to really enjoying it. I love how your wife and children got involved. Thanks for sharing.💯💯💯
This looks amazing! And clearly the sweat, time, skill, and money was well worth it :) I think many people forget that and appreciate you mentioning how long it took to do a certain task. A person must consider its not just "saving money" but factor in the time and commitment to do the job (correctly) as well as be open to learning new skills along the way. Cause not everyone has those skills already so they better be okay with screwing up and having to redo it 😆
I applaud you my brother for teaching your kids me and my older brother always said our father handicapped us by not teaching us basic mechanics or carpentry work. So I'll be hiring someone lol! But I love watching DIY projects! Great job looks awesome.
You guys did a fantastic job! It looks beautiful. I wish I had a partner to help me with construction projects. Doing it yourself is hard work and time consuming. I would use the pour method instead of the dry method. I would have also used rebar and gravel, to prevent cracking later. The problem I’m running into is extending the existing roof that is already at 7’ tall. How would I extend my roof without removing the existing roof!
Beautifully executed project. The backyard looks better than before. 😊 Now you can plant some shrubs on the side where the AC outdoor unit is kept, it'll help to evade any splashing of soil dirt accumulation and will add to the aesthetics of the place. ☘️
definitely add some rebar to expand the width of the slab to hold and support your post rafters and roof. you could see a stress crack that runs parallel to the new wall on your slab
@@davidkunkle3262there’s a reason why we excavate land and don’t just lay concrete foundation on the top layers of earth. Project looks good but to actual contractors this is painful to watch
My husband just last month screen in our front porch because of the way the wind whips around our front door everything accumulated and tracked in . Already leaves are starting to fall here in Indiana and this is working at keeping debris out . Plus our cats love it !,My husband enjoyed doing it a few hours a day over several days ( hes retired ) and got alot of satisfaction from it and the savings of course was great doing it yourself .
They have a glue for the rock bed ..not sure if you know this but its worth it when clean up time comes you can just blow anything off them and looks really good!! great job nice channel buddy!!
You secured a roof to your siding but didnt rebar the new slab into the old slab. A contractor in my state wpuld have to pull a permit for this job. You would fail inspection on that slab. Been a site forman for over a decade now. Love the DIY channels but teaching someone the wrong way to do something is quite harmful. Secondly that slab is a bit too large for a dry pour.
Yea the concrete on our back porch was poured in 1979 & only one piece of rebar is exposed after all these years. Can’t imagine how structurally sound that concrete would be for them if theres nothing supporting the strength of it.
Awesome job! I'm not a contractor/ carpenter wishing I had more exposure as a kid to learn how to do this. I really enjoy working with my hands. I will subscribe for more Ideas that i can consider doing. What a inspiration!😀
"Awesome job! I'm not a contractor" Every stupid comment I read on people doing things wrong starts out this way. Everything down to the drip edge was done wrong.
I’m sorry but contractors be grifting at these prices to install extremely minor things. Used to be a contractor, people will pay crazy prices for things to not have to do it. But 22k for that amount of work is criminal as hell
I can't speak highly enough of those Brock paver base panels. They aren't cheap, but they replace all the gravel backfill you'd typically need. We used them for a 12x12 paver patio area and they are absolutely epic. Once they are down you can walk on them and not worry about messing up your sand! We will be using them for all our projects moving forward.
How incredibly blessed you are to have the skill to do this. I'm truly amazed at how beautiful it turned out. I'm sure your adding value to your property also. Would love to be able to do this to my own property.
Just came across your channel. Very nice. I am handicapped and a senior citizen and can not do all that myself but I think I can do a dry pour at the bottom of my steps. Right now there is like one paver and that isn't enough and it moves around.
Thanks for subscribing dry pouring is pretty easy and if you’re only using it for the bottom of your steps it should hold up well anyway good luck and god bless ❤️
The slab really should have had a sheet of reinforcing steel mesh with plastic bar chairs to hold it up so the reo is in the middle of the concrete. I hope your concrete doesn't crack everywhere over time. Good luck with that.
Greetings from Puerto Rico. I just came across your channel and so far I loveeeee the content. So, I'm a new subcriber. Can't wait to see more videos. BENDICIONES!!
Wow you really did a fabulous job and saved so much money, I was really impressed watching this video and seeing this screened patio being built, it makes me want to find someone in my family that can build me something like this on the front of my house and not cost me a ton of money finding someone else.
You & your wife did an awesome job on your project. It looks like a professional did the work. Don't listen to all of the naysayers comments! Enjoy your patio and yard!
Everyone is focused on how wrong the concrete slab is... I think your biggest issue is that you installed the drip edge and flashing on the roof completely wrong... metal drip edge should be ABOVE the shingles NOT under it, it should serve as an "edge" to let the water "drip" past the point where the shingles meet the wall. As you have it installed, its a "leak edge" that is now going to let water sit on that seem or worse, and eventually worse... help water get under the shingles. Membrane under the shingles, drip edge flashing goes over the shingles. Any drip edge for that matter should always be directing water out and over seams, not in and under.
I don't know a whole lot about building, only what I have picked up by osmosis 😂 from my mom and sister. Even I knew there was something wrong with how the flashing went on.
Please don’t use this technique, the dry poor is epically wrong and will ruin the rest of what would have been a good DIY project. I hope people watching know pour the concrete, that slab will not last 3 or 4 years
No it doesnt matter how you execute it. Its 100% weaker and prone to fail compared to mixed crete with reinforcement. There is many videos disproving your comment.
Agreed. A dry pour might be fine for a few pavers or an indoor countertop, but weight bearing and outdoors seems like a terrible idea to me too. I don't know where that property is located, but scraping off grass and dumping some Quikcrete isn't going to withstand much weather - any kind of weather - for long.
I don’t get how dry pouring is “easier” and less hassle… especially when it’s a guarantee the strength is significantly weaker. Why put all the effort to build a screened in porch when the foundation will eventually crumble
Expressive! And should you ever sell your home, you'll be able to sell it for more to recover your cost. The dogs will probably enjoy the shade it's going to provide as well. Nice job! Thank you for sharing.
WTF Did I hear you right, I think my hearing might be going. But did you say you were quoted 22 THOUSAND dollars, for this extension by a contractor? That's only about 19 - 20k$ too high..... Man people are bloody criminals now adays with trying to rip people off.
100% don't blame you man, there is acceptable prices to ensure the workers can get paid, then there is just abusive and more and more often these contractors, doctors, dentists, electricians are pushing to hard to take too much from the people around them. I was looking for a small shed a few months back, and couldn't find anything under 5k, so I took 800$ and just built my own.
Yep I found your channel a few months ago and watched your builds, all of them are good stuff, and your shed helped me to finalize how I wanted to do mine. (I just made mine a little smaller (8x8x7 foot), and I get so much rain here that I have my 4x4 posts in the ground and the whole building elevated 6 inches off the ground. (I did forget to record the work, but it took me 3 days by myself to get it put together.). And your absolutely right man, prices are insane. Especially with the solar, although lumber prices in my area have finally fallen down a bit. (no longer 40+$ for a sheet of plywood, or 35$ for an 8 foot 4x4. Plus theres a store in town that sells partial sheets of plywood (4x3 foot) at 7$ per, so it makes building yourself a LOT more manageable.
@davearnold1883 If you are a renter you have to have permission from owner in order to do projects that will alter the existing build and if it does not add value or home owner doesn't want/like what you did you will be liable for it all and removal of addition as well as liable for restoring it back to how home owner had it prior to tentant mving in. Even painting a room has to be cleared with home owner. This ensures renters just don't start tearing a home a part they don't own and leave owner with destroyed property. I would highly recommend that if you are renting to not do any DIY projects on a rental. If you need anything taken care of then it is best to contact home owner and let them fix the problem.
Cool patio man respect bro u can do alot of things i enjoy ur videos jst a thought u should do a fire pit video as well !!! Keep up the fun content man
For anyone wanting to do this themselves: First of all wet pour and rebar as everyone is saying. Second, don't use 4x4 at those heights as they will twist and warp. Instead, use 6x6. 3rd, I'm not sure if he did in this video, but pressure treated wood needs time to dry before paint or stain will adhere. It takes a couple weeks.
I agree on the 6×6 for a plywood and asphalt shingled roof because of the weight. 4×4 would be fine if they did a PVC or aluminum type of roof.
Wow!!! that looks amazing
You think there’s any need to drill and epoxy some rebar into the existing slab to tie the two together when you pour?
@rthedberg No. You can, and it wouldn't hurt. But I doubt most people's houses are going to suffer from shifting terrain that would cause separation between the new slab and the house foundation. Wouldn't hurt, but it's not really necessary. Definitely use post bases though
@@rthedberg unless you like settling, yes
The best part of the plan is encouraging the boys to be a part. They will always cherish those memories as well as learning how to do things.
If you're planning on building a concrete slab as large as this, DO NOT USE THE DRY POUR METHOD. Take it from a structural engineer. The dry pour method is great for like a flower bed or a few pavers that you don't mind breaking within a few years. Mix the crete and use rebar reinforcement you wont ever have any doubts.
No stone underneath either
Saw he wasn't using rebar for that big of an area and he will definitely regret that in a few years.
I thought the same when I saw the bags getting set up. Still a cool project tho.
Yeah I've done concrete with my grandad, no expert but this made me cringe. No way that's gonna last.
@@LeonardoHakaishawhat does the rebar do
I don't ever plan on doing this..... so why did I watch the entire video and enjoy it so much?!?!?!?
It makes us feel better about knowing how it should be built. 😂
@@CheezNrice4u Cold blooded... But so very true. I respect the guy for trying, but damn he needs to go watch some DIY videos.
Great job homie, the biggest joy in my opinion is teaching your son . I know the feeling is great and like you said it’s preparation for the future
You two, well three, did an awesome job!!!!!
Thanks so much ❤️❤️
@ 17:28 and I quote: "Just looking at flowers and Sh%t because it's freaking calming so..." Love it!!! 😂😂😂
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Saving money doing it yourself is a great thing. Giving yourself the satisfaction of doing it yourself…priceless. I love stepping back and saying, “I just did that myself.”
Beautiful job.Enjoy.
Doing it wrong.... Priceless 😂😂
When that slab cracks because it's dry pour without reinforcement and pulls the roof and siding down you can say " I created this problem all by myself"!
@@picklemetimbers3003Aw! He won't have to wait for the slab to pull that roof off! Did you see how he attached it? Without flashing? That's flying off in high wind and may even pull the concrete with it. If it happens fast enough before the slow rain water innundation rots the load bearing studs of the house!
Having to tear it all down and redo it because you did it all wrong is a lesson people who make videos about doing things wrong will never learn.
Great to see you teach your son how to do the work. That's a good father.
Too bad he is teaching him to do it wrong.
For a DYI GUY you seem to have all the tools needed, knew the all the terminology and had all the ability to complete the job. Great job.. Fun working with children..
Great job. He is a keeper. Years ago men built houses no blue prints, and the homes were beautiful structures filled with love. You will have people giving you pointers,and ideas of what you should or could have done better, but you did an amazing job .
Thanks so much part 2 coming out next week ❤️
The houses you’re thinking of most definitely had blueprints
Both of my parents had their back porch enclosed in the mid 90’s as a small sitting room for my mother to enjoyed her music or just piece of quiet for her. It was all season room,too. It had already had a roof over the porch. It still had a patio door from the house.
I’m hoping we enjoy it as much as they did. We are almost finished up with part two and will be posting it within the next week or two. 🤙
This video is outstanding! Your ability to explain complex topics in a simple and engaging manner is truly impressive. I feel much more informed and inspired after watching this. Keep up the fantastic work!
It's beautiful. You guys saved a ton of money. Back in the day these this was called a "Sleeping Porch" :))))
Far as I'm concerned, you did a real good job.
These minor DIY projects are a great way to build confidence for future bigger projects. And when you consider the money saved...it's really a satisfying feeling.
Your confidence just goes through the roof when it starts rotting halfway in to the first season
@@Mikael-jt1hk Yeah...that would definitely put your confidence in check...but you can use it as a learning experience to see what you did wrong, what materials would have been better to use and when you see the cost involved in re-doing it, you definitely WON'T be making that mistake again.
Also building family time...they all helped. Absolutely genius. They all own it, enjoy it and take care of it...
The ultimate "i did it for my fam!"
Wow!!! What a great job you're all doing! It looks beautiful!!!
This video is satisfying to watch. Getting the entire family to help. Is a true bonus. Job well done!🙌🏾✨
Thanks so much. We have already started working on part two and will be posting it within the next week or so. ❤️
Thanks
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I feel inspired by this video even though I can’t do this on my own
You and your family did phenomenal I hope to do this kind of stuff in the future. Earned my subscription!
Any concrete supporting structure is preferred to have a footing on the outer edge of slab. Wet pour is preferred for this instant. Did a perfect job on the rest of project though. A+
Also, needed some rebar. That slab is gonna crack all over the place.
Wet pour is not "preferred", it is required. I can't understand why someone would spend all the money on all the concrete they need and then put it in in a way that will require it all to be torn out again in a short time.
No he didn’t but okay
Hello I’m Elle your new subscriber from California .. since I’m retired from the Navy I wanna learn doing DIY in my home.. and thanks to your channel it give a lot of ideas . It was very helpful, all the details.. I really appreciated .. thanks again . Keep vlogging and inspires other . Keep safe and GOD Bless 🙏
HGTV called and they wanted to let you know that you're hired. Holy crap! I'll see you in the gardening section at Lowe's. This is my favorite video you've done but I'm really looking forward to the kitchen build.
Haha thanks so much bro.
This was so awesome to watch, i wholeheartedly admire you guys who's able to do this kind of stuff, i sure wish i was skilled enough to do so
Wow!! Great Video! You are really building great equity on your home as well as making new changes to really enjoying it. I love how your wife and children got involved. Thanks for sharing.💯💯💯
Thanks for watching I’m glad you enjoyed the film ❤️
Wonderful job on that roof!! He makes it looks so easy!! ❤❤
This looks amazing! And clearly the sweat, time, skill, and money was well worth it :)
I think many people forget that and appreciate you mentioning how long it took to do a certain task. A person must consider its not just "saving money" but factor in the time and commitment to do the job (correctly) as well as be open to learning new skills along the way. Cause not everyone has those skills already so they better be okay with screwing up and having to redo it 😆
Thanks I really appreciate this comment. People like you really help make doing this worth it.
I applaud you my brother for teaching your kids me and my older brother always said our father handicapped us by not teaching us basic mechanics or carpentry work. So I'll be hiring someone lol! But I love watching DIY projects! Great job looks awesome.
Thanks so much. I appreciate you watching. It means a lot.
You guys did a fantastic job! It looks beautiful. I wish I had a partner to help me with construction projects. Doing it yourself is hard work and time consuming. I would use the pour method instead of the dry method. I would have also used rebar and gravel, to prevent cracking later. The problem I’m running into is extending the existing roof that is already at 7’ tall. How would I extend my roof without removing the existing roof!
I understand completely
Beautifully executed project. The backyard looks better than before. 😊
Now you can plant some shrubs on the side where the AC outdoor unit is kept, it'll help to evade any splashing of soil dirt accumulation and will add to the aesthetics of the place. ☘️
Thanks for watching I’m glad you enjoyed the film. More coming soon ❤️
Way to go man. U saved a good a bit of money. Who would say the contractor would do a good job. 👍🏿👍🏿
definitely add some rebar to expand the width of the slab to hold and support your post rafters and roof. you could see a stress crack that runs parallel to the new wall on your slab
That slab would never ever ever require rebar for the load its carrying.
@halfcaf1105 it does if there is no structural ground below
@@LeoValencia-zo6ptwhat the hell is structural ground
@@davidkunkle3262 make sure the soil is solid, no running creeks bellow or hollow spots.
@@davidkunkle3262there’s a reason why we excavate land and don’t just lay concrete foundation on the top layers of earth. Project looks good but to actual contractors this is painful to watch
My husband just last month screen in our front porch because of the way the wind whips around our front door everything accumulated and tracked in . Already leaves are starting to fall here in Indiana and this is working at keeping debris out . Plus our cats love it !,My husband enjoyed doing it a few hours a day over several days ( hes retired ) and got alot of satisfaction from it and the savings of course was great doing it yourself .
Right down to the plant hanger, the wifi and security cameras. It doesn't get much better than this. He's a great hubby....❤
Thanks so much and yes he is ❤️
@@buildersblueprint "he's mine, btch! 😊" 😂
Subscribed for the garden section comment "Find me near the flowers cause its fucking calming" love it bro! Congrats
Thanks bro I appreciate the sub 🙌
Great build bud that patio looks like it belongs there and I can't wait to see you guys finish this
Wow thanks so much. New video coming soon.
Definitely subscribing. I like the fact your open about the cost!
Amazing transformation ❤ love every step. Awesome job love it ❤
Thanks for watching ❤️
One thing that can help is attaching a level to a 2x4 that’ll help level the ground. Did that when I dug and leveled a spot for my above ground pool.
What an awesome transformation, great job. like night & day
They have a glue for the rock bed ..not sure if you know this but its worth it when clean up time comes you can just blow anything off them and looks really good!! great job nice channel buddy!!
You secured a roof to your siding but didnt rebar the new slab into the old slab. A contractor in my state wpuld have to pull a permit for this job. You would fail inspection on that slab. Been a site forman for over a decade now. Love the DIY channels but teaching someone the wrong way to do something is quite harmful. Secondly that slab is a bit too large for a dry pour.
Exactly! 💯👍🏽
Yea the concrete on our back porch was poured in 1979 & only one piece of rebar is exposed after all these years. Can’t imagine how structurally sound that concrete would be for them if theres nothing supporting the strength of it.
Spot on
I only know a little about construction. I know enough that this build is illegal.
Awesome job! I'm not a contractor/ carpenter wishing I had more exposure as a kid to learn how to do this. I really enjoy working with my hands. I will subscribe for more Ideas that i can consider doing. What a inspiration!😀
"Awesome job! I'm not a contractor" Every stupid comment I read on people doing things wrong starts out this way. Everything down to the drip edge was done wrong.
Thats exactly what children need!
I’m sorry but contractors be grifting at these prices to install extremely minor things. Used to be a contractor, people will pay crazy prices for things to not have to do it. But 22k for that amount of work is criminal as hell
It's America, Everybody is trying to get rich.
@@americanskeptic1559is that a good or bad thing?
@michaelsotomayor5001 depends on if you're asking the thief or the victim
Insurance that the contractor has to have is what drives up the price.
@@jasonmunoz6617 people fight against unions but not against insurance companies... both profit off of playing middle man
Bro looks great saved money this is why I diy things and you know the quality that’s going into it
I'm sure you did a much better job than anyone you would've hired. Great job, can't wait for more videos!
Thank you very much we are really happy at the way it turned out full interior. Build video. Will be out soon. ❤️
No contractor would do a dry pour slab like that.
Contractor would have included a footing for those posts too. I would like a follow-up in a few years @@UpInYourFeelings
@@UpInYourFeelingsI would lose my license and insurance.
Oh boy you and your family did such a beautiful work,you so smart.
I can't speak highly enough of those Brock paver base panels. They aren't cheap, but they replace all the gravel backfill you'd typically need. We used them for a 12x12 paver patio area and they are absolutely epic. Once they are down you can walk on them and not worry about messing up your sand! We will be using them for all our projects moving forward.
Thanks for letting us know. So far they are holding up great.
Woo! What a beautiful area!! You and family did an amazing job!! It is definitely stunning! And look at what you saved! Enjoyed the video
Thanks for watching part 2 coming within the next week or so ❤️
Hi there guy's looks fantastic and it will look even better when the grass has grown covering the dirt patches well done to u all.x
They will never have decent grass. They have big dogs.
I love it, now all you need a pergola at the patio doors for hanging plants or wisteria or climbing rose's. It's beautiful
I LEARNED SO MUCH FROM THIS VIDEO
@@BustedLeaf 🙌🙌❤️
How incredibly blessed you are to have the skill to do this. I'm truly amazed at how beautiful it turned out. I'm sure your adding value to your property also. Would love to be able to do this to my own property.
Dry pour is fine for no loads. If you’re going to put structural beams on it, better off mixing
and it would properly cure
Also those posts should have footers below the frost line.
There is a structure on it, this is going to fail.
I have a suburban sitting on my dry poor slab and it's not cracking or anything
That’s what I was thinking. I would rather mix
Just came across your channel. Very nice. I am handicapped and a senior citizen and can not do all that myself but I think I can do a dry pour at the bottom of my steps. Right now there is like one paver and that isn't enough and it moves around.
Thanks for subscribing dry pouring is pretty easy and if you’re only using it for the bottom of your steps it should hold up well anyway good luck and god bless ❤️
@@buildersblueprint👍👍👍
I once used crazy glue to attach a tire to my truck because I misplaced the lug nuts. As long as I don’t use or move the truck. It worked just fine
Nice work! A water feature would be an awesome addition to this upgrade.
The slab really should have had a sheet of reinforcing steel mesh with plastic bar chairs to hold it up so the reo is in the middle of the concrete. I hope your concrete doesn't crack everywhere over time. Good luck with that.
It will……
Loved this video! Planning on enclosing my front porch within the next year great inspiration and ideas!
Thanks so much I’m glad the film helped. Good luck on your project and when your finished I’d love to see it ✌️❤️
Greetings from Puerto Rico. I just came across your channel and so far I loveeeee the content. So, I'm a new subcriber. Can't wait to see more videos. BENDICIONES!!
Thanks you brother I really appreciate it seriously ❤️
Wow you really did a fabulous job and saved so much money, I was really impressed watching this video and seeing this screened patio being built, it makes me want to find someone in my family that can build me something like this on the front of my house and not cost me a ton of money finding someone else.
You & your wife did an awesome job on your project. It looks like a professional did the work. Don't listen to all of the naysayers comments! Enjoy your patio and yard!
Not naysayers, that dry pour concrete is going to fail for sure but they did do a pretty good job.
Looks fantastic and you did all the work yourself. You saved a ton of money.
Flowers n shit 😅 Same here!
😂 thanks for watching bro
I am not a garden person, but I am always drawn toward the flowers in the stores.
This is fabulous! Great content!
Nice job, what about permits and plans. ?
Thank you after doing some research no permit is needed as long as I’m not altering the roof line or structure.
Good to know! Thanks. @@buildersblueprint
Beautiful work, amazing results, wonderful family cooperation, and impressive video production!
Thanks for sharing. 👍
Install some bat boxes for your mosquito problem
I will look into that thank you
While watching you install the doggie door, all I could think to myself was, "Here comes the misquotes!" 😅 All in all, you all did an awesome job 👌🏽
Everyone is focused on how wrong the concrete slab is... I think your biggest issue is that you installed the drip edge and flashing on the roof completely wrong... metal drip edge should be ABOVE the shingles NOT under it, it should serve as an "edge" to let the water "drip" past the point where the shingles meet the wall. As you have it installed, its a "leak edge" that is now going to let water sit on that seem or worse, and eventually worse... help water get under the shingles. Membrane under the shingles, drip edge flashing goes over the shingles. Any drip edge for that matter should always be directing water out and over seams, not in and under.
Yeah, exactly what I came here to comment on 🎉
Yea that really bothered me it goes over the tape
I don't know a whole lot about building, only what I have picked up by osmosis 😂 from my mom and sister. Even I knew there was something wrong with how the flashing went on.
Very educational and beautiful. You share your gift of talent that God has given you. What a joy. Thank you!
Please don’t use this technique, the dry poor is epically wrong and will ruin the rest of what would have been a good DIY project. I hope people watching know pour the concrete, that slab will not last 3 or 4 years
The dry pour was a terrible idea. Not structurally sound and more time and money than just having a truck come out….
Only if you do it wrong. I have a dry pour project that’s lasted over 10 years so far with no issues.
No it doesnt matter how you execute it. Its 100% weaker and prone to fail compared to mixed crete with reinforcement. There is many videos disproving your comment.
Agreed. A dry pour might be fine for a few pavers or an indoor countertop, but weight bearing and outdoors seems like a terrible idea to me too. I don't know where that property is located, but scraping off grass and dumping some Quikcrete isn't going to withstand much weather - any kind of weather - for long.
Mistake #1!
I don’t get how dry pouring is “easier” and less hassle… especially when it’s a guarantee the strength is significantly weaker. Why put all the effort to build a screened in porch when the foundation will eventually crumble
Expressive! And should you ever sell your home, you'll be able to sell it for more to recover your cost. The dogs will probably enjoy the shade it's going to provide as well. Nice job! Thank you for sharing.
WTF Did I hear you right, I think my hearing might be going. But did you say you were quoted 22 THOUSAND dollars, for this extension by a contractor?
That's only about 19 - 20k$ too high..... Man people are bloody criminals now adays with trying to rip people off.
Tell me about it when I found out the price. I was like fuck that. I’m doing it my self
100% don't blame you man, there is acceptable prices to ensure the workers can get paid, then there is just abusive and more and more often these contractors, doctors, dentists, electricians are pushing to hard to take too much from the people around them. I was looking for a small shed a few months back, and couldn't find anything under 5k, so I took 800$ and just built my own.
@@pervysage3604 that’s what I’m saying. Some of these prices are insane.
I did the same with a shed and saved a ton
Yep I found your channel a few months ago and watched your builds, all of them are good stuff, and your shed helped me to finalize how I wanted to do mine. (I just made mine a little smaller (8x8x7 foot), and I get so much rain here that I have my 4x4 posts in the ground and the whole building elevated 6 inches off the ground. (I did forget to record the work, but it took me 3 days by myself to get it put together.).
And your absolutely right man, prices are insane. Especially with the solar, although lumber prices in my area have finally fallen down a bit. (no longer 40+$ for a sheet of plywood, or 35$ for an 8 foot 4x4. Plus theres a store in town that sells partial sheets of plywood (4x3 foot) at 7$ per, so it makes building yourself a LOT more manageable.
You and your famliy did a wonderful job, it must be satisfying knowing you created it yourself...well-done!
Thanks so much I’m glad you enjoyed the film. ❤️
dude. this looks so fantastic!
Thanks dude 🙌❤️❤️
Just beautiful brother. Great job done.
Thanks so much. More videos coming soon
GREAT JOB! THANKS FOR SHARING YOUR HARD WORK & GORGEOUS SCREENED IN PORCH.
You and your family did a great job house look wonderful
Thanks so much new video coming out in the next week or so 🙌❤️
Just stumbled upon your site. FANTASTIC
Totally inspiring.
Thanks for watching. The part 2 inside build video coming within the next week or so ❤️
Bro, you guys did a great job. Very motivating.
This came out great. Nice job man.
what an amazing job! you can definitely tell the difference from homeowner to renters 😉 Great job team! it looks amazing!
Well, yeah. Renters gain absolutely nothing improving someone else's property.
@@Slw1111 true, but some do it to benefit time spent at the residence, and or like a project 💪
@davearnold1883 If you are a renter you have to have permission from owner in order to do projects that will alter the existing build and if it does not add value or home owner doesn't want/like what you did you will be liable for it all and removal of addition as well as liable for restoring it back to how home owner had it prior to tentant mving in. Even painting a room has to be cleared with home owner. This ensures renters just don't start tearing a home a part they don't own and leave owner with destroyed property. I would highly recommend that if you are renting to not do any DIY projects on a rental. If you need anything taken care of then it is best to contact home owner and let them fix the problem.
Phenomenal work! Thanks for sharing!
You and your family did a great job 👍🏽 I really like it 💪🏾 I would love if I could do something like this, as you have done ✅ Keep up the good work 💯
Hard work. Job well done. Outstanding and beautiful.
Everything looks great! Good job!
Thank you I’m glad you enjoyed the film more coming soon 🤙
Such a professional job. It looks great.
Thanks part 2 coming within the next week or so ❤️
Thoroughly enjoyed your great work. Looks great!
Thanks so much.
Part 2 coming soon ❤️
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Thanks ❤️✌️
Cool patio man respect bro u can do alot of things i enjoy ur videos jst a thought u should do a fire pit video as well !!! Keep up the fun content man
Another great project. I really enjoy your channels content. Well done
Thanks for watching I’m glad you enjoyed the film. More coming soon 🤙
Great job to you both. Love it.
Looks amazing! Great job!!!
Thanks so much. New video dropping tomorrow be sure to look out for it ❤️
This turned out really beautiful and has inspired me to just go out and pull weeds from my flower beds so thanks for that! 😊
Heck yea you pull the shit out of those weeds 😂 part 2 coming out next week ❤️❤️
Beautiful family!👍🏼❤️🇨🇦
Excellent project 🎉
That look so stunning. Well done. Thanks
Wow you guys did a great job!! It looks do good!!
Thanks so much I’m glad you enjoyed the film ❤️