Great common sense approach to building a combination deck/ramp. What most intrigued me was your ability to use your circular saw as a jigsaw when making inside-corner cuts on the joists. No matter how deep I set my saw to cut, I still need a jigsaw to complete my inside cuts. Thanks for the video.
This is the best video of how to build a deck and ramp. I am new to the concept of building anything! So your video took a massive amount of fear out my mind. And gave me perfect information on step by step how to do this. Thank you. God bless you Lady South Carolina 🙏
Well done. With something so well constructed, it's liberating for the homeowners, yes, but everyone who sees the construction is educated...this is how its done, this is perfection. Glad to see you use an inner handrail, Code requirement where I am. It's smart, have it as a guide, and might need it to arise from the chair, need it for stability. Vevor online has quality handrails. Think about adding dollar store solar spikes. Using inexpensive means you can judge effectiveness before making more expensive purchase, solar, or string lights. Thanks for showing so much detail. This is a great idea for anyone wanting to start a new business.
Very nice, found myself screaming underside brace a few times. But I feel like this guy would be a great person to learn under. Has a ton of knowledge it seems like
Only thing I would have done different to this economical ramp. 1 add bridging between joists to keep from twisting. 2 add ledger at step with joist hangers.. 3 lower end at driveway. 4 use wood sealer on below grade cuts. 5 use galvanized 16 nails on joists for shear factor. 6 use the 3 4 5 right triangle to show square.This video is very helpful and in Alabama will serve this family for many years.
Good instructional video. Very helpful. I have a ramp desperately in need of repair. I think 2x material for ramp treads would last longer than those thin decking boards. That's what I am doing. My decking boards are rotten and breaking apart. I can't even take the power wheelchair up the ramp any more.
How do you make sure your decking is level if you aren't using a transit. Great video by the way. I will most likely be installing one of these for my mom next year.
use a water level to establish the high point, and get all the framing level from that point. www.amazon.com/Zircon-Water-Level-Contractor-Accessories/dp/B01J39MNM6/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=water+level&qid=1586617128&sr=8-2
first time I saw where they set the post in concrete last instead of first. it makes it where you still can't use the ramp or deck for another whole day or else any movement will loosen up the concrete support which will make the structure always be loose
Looks good. He had to notch the joists to make them flush with the door saddle, and they weren't wide enough to meet the existing masonry step, hence the need for shims.
This is very interesting I need a ramp made for me. My son needs help making it for me, can you give me any ideas that he can use. My porch is 25 inches high and can be made with a 20 foot slop down in length Marcia
On the runners, You should have figured below the driveway concrete slab instead of flush. Then, you wouldn’t have had to cut the 45 degree angle on the first board. It would have been flush already.
@mrairsofter365 Well, if he placed the 4x4s 8' apart that's 16', and the drop was 30", so that comes out to closer to a 1:24 slope unless I completely missed something...
if you're shooting for a 1:12 slope, the math is simple: the number of inches of drop equals the number of feet in length. If the number of feet is closer to half of the drop (as in this case), the slope is 1:6.
You should never let wood rest on cement or surround it. You should also tell people that the FOOTINGs need to be dug past the frost line in cold states. They make a metal galvanized bracket the goes between the post end and the top of the cement. No wood is made for below grade,just ground contact. Cement acts as a sponge and water will rot the wood. PT wood is #2 pine with a bug deterrent applied with pressure so it is embedded into the wood. Lastly by code you need cross brace's .
would their be available help here in hawaii. i am looking for help for my husbands wheelchair access, and i am unable to pay $8,000.00, i don't have that kind of money. so you know anyone that would be of assisted help for a family who is in need of it's services for the disabled family members that i do care for in my home. my sister was in an auto accident and is recovering from the accident with a decapatated right knee, my husband cant hardly walk and has a very bad heart failure, and my mother has all different kinds of health issues that makes it difficult for her to physically mobilize.
wow posts only in ground a little bit and putting a concrete block at bottom of hole. wow is that ok on the codes. i would think 48 inchs down then drop a little concrete down in there then put post in and pour more concrete. and i would use carriage bolts not lag bolts. really deck board as the top hand rail. yuck always use 2 by 4 or 6 . that will warp and crack up fast. instead of the wedges under joist just lay a 2x4 or 2x6 against side of joist to concrete and screw in it runs the whole length of the run that was chamfered.
Maida Dutcher ....I have had other 2x6 treated wood bend badly when I took it off the structure to paint it. So bad I couldn’t even use it anymore. Between the heat and humidity and rain the wood went way out of whack when it wasn’t screwed down. I equally buy wood from Home Depot and Lowe’s.
“Prepare the site#1 ?” Call your utilities and have your property marked for POWER LINES, WATER LINES, SEWAGE LINES and GAS LINES, or you may end up in a wheelchair or worse yourself! VERY IMPORTANT!!!!!!!!!
It's not a good idea to cut the joists in that manner over the steps. That would make the platform unsturdy. The best thing would have been to remove the stiairs
I like the info but next time get uniform pants for your students because sagging do look good on tv or any where and dangerous loose fitting close get caught anything
Kenia Rivera That ramp also exceeds the 1:12 ratio and would not pass inspection in just about every single town. However, I don't know where the location is and if a permit was even required. Over in west Texas you can build a $500,000 house and then someone can build a $15,000 shack next door due to the lack of zoning and building codes way out in the county. Pretty sure this was the case because the builder of the ramp hung himself out to dry for the local building inspector. In my mother's area in NC you have to get a permit for the ramp and upon completion have it inspected. There have been people that have gotten the permit to build a ramp and subsequent to the inspection had to make major modifications because they were unaware of the ADA requirement.
Video is very good, however you should spend some time to police up the large number of SPAM comments. And consider finding your help some uniforms to look more professional and leave the loose fitting unsafe clothing at home.
I’m guessing PPE optional in Alabama ? Safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection? If you’re going to do professional vids, it looks more professional if you practice good safety
I was hoping for better quality video, guy acts like we are gonna catch his own brain tools how he measures and then doesn't even have right measurement he has to do shims. I'm sure there could have been a much easier way and cheaper. I build skateboard ramps on the side. deck should be flush with driveway, meaning stud frame shouldn't be flush with driveway but width of decking material lower than driveway so theres no bump if wheelchairs are main use. blocks can be uneven 4 level use concrete
WOw WRONG. I WOULD CITE YOU... You're Leaving less than 2 inches of wood over brick which will cause root and standing water. IN MY STATE you would have to start att the end of the brick or remove the brick LIKE A GOOD COMPANY
You should never let wood rest on cement or surround it. You should also tell people that the FOOTINGs need to be dug past the frost line in cold states. They make a metal galvanized bracket the goes between the post end and the top of the cement. No wood is made for below grade,just ground contact. Cement acts as a sponge and water will rot the wood. PT wood is #2 pine with a bug deterrent applied with pressure so it is embedded into the wood. Lastly by code you need cross brace's .
Great common sense approach to building a combination deck/ramp. What most intrigued me was your ability to use your circular saw as a jigsaw when making inside-corner cuts on the joists. No matter how deep I set my saw to cut, I still need a jigsaw to complete my inside cuts. Thanks for the video.
This is the best video of how to build a deck and ramp.
I am new to the concept of building anything! So your video took a massive amount of fear out my mind. And gave me perfect information on step by step how to do this. Thank you. God bless you Lady South Carolina 🙏
Thank you for showing so many individual steps and details. I really appreciate the tech tips in yellow (8' apart, 1:16-1:12).
Well done.
With something so well constructed, it's liberating for the homeowners, yes, but everyone who sees the construction is educated...this is how its done,
this is perfection.
Glad to see you use an inner handrail, Code requirement where I am. It's smart, have it as a guide, and might need it to arise from the chair, need it for
stability. Vevor online has quality handrails.
Think about adding dollar store solar spikes.
Using inexpensive means you can judge effectiveness before making more expensive purchase, solar, or string lights.
Thanks for showing so much detail. This is a great idea for anyone wanting to start a new business.
Very nice, found myself screaming underside brace a few times. But I feel like this guy would be a great person to learn under. Has a ton of knowledge it seems like
A most impressive presentation. You NAILED it. Thanks
Only thing I would have done different to this economical ramp. 1 add bridging between joists to keep from twisting. 2 add ledger at step with joist hangers.. 3 lower end at driveway. 4 use wood sealer on below grade cuts. 5 use galvanized 16 nails on joists for shear factor. 6 use the 3 4 5 right triangle to show square.This video is very helpful and in Alabama will serve this family for many years.
Wow!! I needed this.
Thank you so much!!
Good instructional video. Very helpful. I have a ramp desperately in need of repair. I think 2x material for ramp treads would last longer than those thin decking boards. That's what I am doing. My decking boards are rotten and breaking apart. I can't even take the power wheelchair up the ramp any more.
No offense, Good to see young kids earning a living the right way. Look up to these guys,not the gangsta's. Amen ! May God bless y'alls future.😇
Very helpful was exactly what I was looking for.... thanks
I don’t follow why the ramp surface sits above the drive level when it could just as easily be flush.
No matter what no one says. sir you did and outstanding job. Thanks for the video. i'm subscribing to you.
You guys rock! Love the video! Keep up the great work. Best video on ramp building I have ever seen!
How do you make sure your decking is level if you aren't using a transit. Great video by the way. I will most likely be installing one of these for my mom next year.
use a water level to establish the high point, and get all the framing level from that point. www.amazon.com/Zircon-Water-Level-Contractor-Accessories/dp/B01J39MNM6/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=water+level&qid=1586617128&sr=8-2
Great informative video!! Thanks for all the tips... Time to build my Mom and Dad a ramp!! ;)
very good job on the side of the house they put posts too
Thank you for this great video gave me alot of information to build my son's ramp......
Grandioso, ,buen trabajo mi hermano felicidades
Great Video!
first time I saw where they set the post in concrete last instead of first. it makes it where you still can't use the ramp or deck for another whole day or else any movement will loosen up the concrete support which will make the structure always be loose
Looks amazing.
Nice work and those necklaces look like an accident waiting to happen.
Looks good. He had to notch the joists to make them flush with the door saddle, and they weren't wide enough to meet the existing masonry step, hence the need for shims.
Wonderful job. Jolly good
Great job! lots of useful tips!
Do not fill concrete to the surface.The frost will cause it to shift.Instead pour footing under post.Allow to cure,then back fill with dirt.
MrNailz82 There's no frost heave in Alabama lol
This is very interesting I need a ramp made for me. My son needs help making it for me, can you give me any ideas that he can use. My porch is 25 inches high and can be made with a 20 foot slop down in length
Marcia
On the runners, You should have figured below the driveway concrete slab instead of flush. Then, you wouldn’t have had to cut the 45 degree angle on the first board. It would have been flush already.
You didnt finnish it or nothing to keep it weather protected?
Great to see that woodprix has new instructions to save my money and energy to build it.
Nice!
How much would a ramp like this cost?
LOSO ....Yes, break it down into
A) materials, B) labor, C) inspection, D) paint
Twice what it did then
@mrairsofter365 Well, if he placed the 4x4s 8' apart that's 16', and the drop was 30", so that comes out to closer to a 1:24 slope unless I completely missed something...
if you're shooting for a 1:12 slope, the math is simple: the number of inches of drop equals the number of feet in length. If the number of feet is closer to half of the drop (as in this case), the slope is 1:6.
Greatly done!, if you like to woodwork this way, I suggest you search for Woody Hyezmar’s book for a ton of projects, peace out!
1:30 Just put a level on top of the board.
Lol right?
What kind of wood is that?
Thank you for this information.
with plans from the stodoys, doing something like that was a pleasure.
Great!!!
You can learn more about it on woodprix webpage.
Bottom of ramp frame should have set 1 1/4” under the driveways surface making the finished ramp flush.
I can only see that they put posts outside
You should invest in some string line.
whats with the fake drill sound? why not just put the actual drilling/driving sound?
Next ypu can come build mine. 😕 havent found help in my area
dont buy your 4x4 post at lows they will warp befor you install them
You should never let wood rest on cement or surround it.
You should also tell people that the FOOTINGs need to be dug past the frost line in cold states.
They make a metal galvanized bracket the goes between the post end and the top of the cement. No wood is made for below grade,just ground contact.
Cement acts as a sponge and water will rot the wood. PT wood is #2 pine with a bug deterrent applied with pressure so it is embedded into the wood. Lastly by code you need cross brace's .
would their be available help here in hawaii. i am looking for help for my husbands wheelchair access, and i am unable to pay $8,000.00, i don't have that kind of money. so you know anyone that would be of assisted help for a family who is in need of it's services for the disabled family members that i do care for in my home. my sister was in an auto accident and is recovering from the accident with a decapatated right knee, my husband cant hardly walk and has a very bad heart failure, and my mother has all different kinds of health issues that makes it difficult for her to physically mobilize.
wow posts only in ground a little bit and putting a concrete block at bottom of hole. wow is that ok on the codes. i would think 48 inchs down then drop a little concrete down in there then put post in and pour more concrete. and i would use carriage bolts not lag bolts. really deck board as the top hand rail. yuck always use 2 by 4 or 6 . that will warp and crack up fast. instead of the wedges under joist just lay a 2x4 or 2x6 against side of joist to concrete and screw in it runs the whole length of the run that was chamfered.
Your drop is an inch for every 12? That looks scary to me.
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great
I mean... have you heard of a level?
I don’t understand what’s with all the woodprix trolls? Damn you guys really are prix
Wood in cement won’t it rot.
Great to see that WoodPrix has new instructions to save my money and energy to build it.
Best to me!
I made it by myself thanks to woodprix plans. I think it's the best way to learn how to build.
That accent is fooling nobody, Adolf.
there not trying to steal his stuff there trying to gain experience. and then steal his bussniess and do it at a lower cost.
i thought this was going to be for skating
Go to woodprix if you'd like to build it yourself.
I am sure you can still buy handbook with all info you need on woodprix. Just google for it.
Maida Dutcher ....I have had other 2x6 treated wood bend badly when I took it off the structure to paint it. So bad I couldn’t even use it anymore. Between the heat and humidity and rain the wood went way out of whack when it wasn’t screwed down. I equally buy wood from Home Depot and Lowe’s.
“Prepare the site#1 ?” Call your utilities and have your property marked for POWER LINES, WATER LINES, SEWAGE LINES and GAS LINES, or you may end up in a wheelchair or worse yourself! VERY IMPORTANT!!!!!!!!!
Other than that omission, that was a very helpful video and I look forward to more from your site!
Real men use all-aluminum, corded saws.
It's not a good idea to cut the joists in that manner over the steps. That would make the platform unsturdy. The best thing would have been to remove the stiairs
You expensive
Im using woodprix instructions to make it and I do it already :)
I think you need to take some time and go to woodprix website to learn how to make it.
This and similar plans can be found on the stodoys website.
those helpers need to take off those necklaces. that is unbelievably dangerous in construction.
دسكى..
You should go to WoodPrix if you'd like to make it yourself guys.
I heard very good opinions about the Woodglut plans.
Anyone else see that black guy change his outfit ?
I like the info but next time get uniform pants for your students because sagging do look good on tv or any where and dangerous loose fitting close get caught anything
Duane Allen i thought the same, grab em a damn belt!!!
I am sure that you will find good way to make it on stodoys Webpage.
Lol 5000 not wood is cheap
I made it by myself. I used woodprix woodworking plans for that.
That is one nasty ramp. Nail gun engineering at its worst.
Make it wooden with the help of the Stodoys instructions.
Doesn't meet the 2010 ADA Ramp Guidelines, and your footers would have never passed inspection, I'm pretty sure this wasn't inspected.
Kenia Rivera That ramp also exceeds the 1:12 ratio and would not pass inspection in just about every single town. However, I don't know where the location is and if a permit was even required. Over in west Texas you can build a $500,000 house and then someone can build a $15,000 shack next door due to the lack of zoning and building codes way out in the county. Pretty sure this was the case because the builder of the ramp hung himself out to dry for the local building inspector. In my mother's area in NC you have to get a permit for the ramp and upon completion have it inspected. There have been people that have gotten the permit to build a ramp and subsequent to the inspection had to make major modifications because they were unaware of the ADA requirement.
Ron Williams ADA guidelines are based upon where you are building the ramp and whether you are building it for a business or residential.
Video is very good, however you should spend some time to police up the large number of SPAM comments. And consider finding your help some uniforms to look more professional and leave the loose fitting unsafe clothing at home.
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Woodprix is nice for that.
Please leave those damn words up a little longer. Not everyone can read at 20 wpm
My works also. Used woodprix handbooks and build it with no problems.
do it yourself , go to woodprix page and learn how .
I’m guessing PPE optional in Alabama ? Safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection? If you’re going to do professional vids, it looks more professional if you practice good safety
I can make it myself. Just got instructions from woodprix website and I'm ready for do it :D
I am sure the best plans is on WoodPrix website
then learn how to freakin google
I was hoping for better quality video, guy acts like we are gonna catch his own brain tools how he measures and then doesn't even have right measurement he has to do shims. I'm sure there could have been a much easier way and cheaper. I build skateboard ramps on the side. deck should be flush with driveway, meaning stud frame shouldn't be flush with driveway but width of decking material lower than driveway so theres no bump if wheelchairs are main use. blocks can be uneven 4 level use concrete
WOw WRONG. I WOULD CITE YOU... You're Leaving less than 2 inches of wood over brick which will cause root and standing water. IN MY STATE you would have to start att the end of the brick or remove the brick LIKE A GOOD COMPANY
Jared Traver .......Didn’t look substantial enough for me either
WHYYYYY IN THE HELL ARE THEY DRESSED LIKE THAT WORKING? LOLOL
Doesn’t matter as long they get the job done
@@gargolart You surely have no job.🤣🤣🤣
Great video!
You should never let wood rest on cement or surround it.
You should also tell people that the FOOTINGs need to be dug past the frost line in cold states.
They make a metal galvanized bracket the goes between the post end and the top of the cement. No wood is made for below grade,just ground contact.
Cement acts as a sponge and water will rot the wood. PT wood is #2 pine with a bug deterrent applied with pressure so it is embedded into the wood. Lastly by code you need cross brace's .
Im using woodprix instructions to make it and I do it already :)
Im using woodprix instructions to make it and I do it already :)