You and your helper work well together. Hope you are paying him well. His ability to anticipate your needs and do his task at the same time is way above normal. He is saving you that third and fourth person. He is a rare find. Treat him well. And no I am not him using a different alias.
LOL Yes i agree Mico was with me for 7 years.. I was his first job.. I taught him all I know.. unfortunately he has moved on this season. Will be missed. Thanks for noticing!
I have never heard the term Alaskan slab before until today. I do know what a monolithic slab is. We saw these used a lot in Vegas. But we never used them where it’s cold. My new project has a 5 foot to frost line depth. I have seen 36 in but never 60 in. They suggested an Alaskan slab.
Hi Mike, been subscribed for 2-3 years and love all your videos and work. I have a new project and have been surfing TH-cam for insight on a slab pour such as this.., and so hence the late viewing. Excellent, concise, and detailed video. Thank you sir.
I've watched this video several times with envy. I live about halfway between Pittsburgh and Cleveland, similar climate as you, and our building department refuses to approve an Alaskan slab. Any tips on convincing them?
I live in MD and dealing with a similar situation. Anything over 400sqft needs 30" perimeter frost footer... for jobs just over 400sqft I debate doing monolithic or just doing footer/stem wall. Either way it's costly and unnecessary. I enjoy these videos and they are inspiring me to do the leg work to convince the permit offices to change this rule. It would save customers a lot of money and contractors a lot of labor.
Great videos, glad Jesse Muller gave you a shout out to find your channel. If this was living space with flooring over the concrete, would you stop at the pizza pan finish?
Great video. You took the time to explain every step to us, I learned a lot. Not that im going to try it. I do have a question tho. What is the difference between this method and the original method of digging out the dirt ? Is it a better more sturdy end result ? Is it less money than the original method ? It seems like you use the same amount of concrete. I am going to have a 24x24 built also, so I just wanted to know. Also, how much is this job for a 24x24 garage ?
Two man crew did a lot.. I'm originally from NY and moved out to California, where I'm building next spring. I've watched a few videos and like the idea of a monolithic slab with icf walls. I saw a different builder in Alaska use EZ forms. Any opinions on EZ form? And are you doing these foundations for homes? I'm surprised more icf isn't being done in NY.
Ha! One-handed was like fallin' off a log for Super Mike! Great teamwork, too. Now this is how it's done - solid, but also smooth as a baby's behind. Thanks for sharing. Did you run a brush across it later or leave it smooth?
How many yards or concrete did you use? I have an 18' x 24' pad going to pour soon with a 1' -6" H x 12" W/ Hunch. I'm Trying to get a good estimate on yards of concrete I should order. Can you help?
J no sir... that's why they call them Alaskan slabs..the don't go below the frost line.. they are meant to float..The only time it's engineered with foam is when its going to be living space. Thanks for your question!
Dirt Boss Tri-County Masonry & Excavating - thx for that reply. If I wanted to prevent frost heave could I simply extend those haunches below the frost line? Does there need to be a footing poured 1st? Looking at doing one of these is South Jersey.
How? I’m not asking to be a turd, but we had our foundation poured in a similar manner (shallow, slab on grade, monolithic pour) in N Idaho but we’re being told we’re in trouble because the deepened footer is only 6 inches and we’re going to get frost heave.
the edgework sits the frame work so how deep the rim earth edge is vs. design,/code,,, 1 story 2 story or high pitch attic garage , etc how many times u guys blade this slab .... i keep watching keep it up subed !
The thickness of the depends on code as of what you're building.. this one was 16" thick one story. Concrete sets different every pore depends on weather but this one we bladed 4 to 5 times.
Getting ready to do a similar size foundation in Dallas, TX - for comparison, would you disclose what you charged your client for this slab? Thank you kindly.
It's hard to say without looking at it but if you're saying it's like The project in the video then yes you just need to cut the grass out 6 inches And then bring in some stone.
You failed proper mesh placement. You have to keep it up from the bottom. You should have used SCC with micro twisted rebar it would have been properly placed and level. If you’re going to pour concert with with mesh, Victory Outdoor Services in Wisconsin has tons of videos
You and your helper work well together. Hope you are paying him well. His ability to anticipate your needs and do his task at the same time is way above normal. He is saving you that third and fourth person. He is a rare find. Treat him well. And no I am not him using a different alias.
LOL Yes i agree Mico was with me for 7 years.. I was his first job.. I taught him all I know.. unfortunately he has moved on this season. Will be missed.
Thanks for noticing!
I have never heard the term Alaskan slab before until today. I do know what a monolithic slab is. We saw these used a lot in Vegas. But we never used them where it’s cold. My new project has a 5 foot to frost line depth. I have seen 36 in but never 60 in. They suggested an Alaskan slab.
Hi Mike,
been subscribed for 2-3 years and love all your videos and work. I have a new project and have been surfing TH-cam for insight on a slab pour such as this.., and so hence the late viewing. Excellent, concise, and detailed video.
Thank you sir.
Thanks
Pure artistry.
Thank you sir! 👍👍👍
ALL HAIL THE KING OF CONCRETE!!!!
Lol thanks Mark!
This gigantic, vibrating squeegee is something I didn't know I needed to have.
Are you KIDDING ME!? Scooching 2x4s is dumb. This is so much cooler.
Thanks dirt boss for this excellent 2 part video
You're welcome Matt appreciate you watching
I like the music 😀 very informative, thanks
Thanks
Don't you find it strange that those 'thumbs down' people never leave a comment? How savage is that?
100% for sure keyboard commandos
thank you for the great video.
Welcome
I've watched this video several times with envy. I live about halfway between Pittsburgh and Cleveland, similar climate as you, and our building department refuses to approve an Alaskan slab. Any tips on convincing them?
Show them the video 😆
I live in MD and dealing with a similar situation. Anything over 400sqft needs 30" perimeter frost footer... for jobs just over 400sqft I debate doing monolithic or just doing footer/stem wall. Either way it's costly and unnecessary. I enjoy these videos and they are inspiring me to do the leg work to convince the permit offices to change this rule. It would save customers a lot of money and contractors a lot of labor.
Great video and content.
Stay safe
Dwayne
Thanks Dwayne always nice to hear your feedback!
Thanks for the video, very well explained and illustrated. Rich your new subscriber 😊
Thanks!
Excellent video on this. Learned a lot
Thanks man please subscribe
Excellent work
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Great video
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Awesome Job!! 👊🏼
And THE QUEEN OF CONCRETE!
Great videos, glad Jesse Muller gave you a shout out to find your channel. If this was living space with flooring over the concrete, would you stop at the pizza pan finish?
Thanks for coming over if the flooring was going over it we would still finish it the same
@@DIRT-BOSS Awesome thanks, smooth as possible makes sense.
Looks great. Seemed like the concrete was slow coming off the truck maybe? Dunno.
I don't think so can't remember though ! LoL
Great video. You took the time to explain every step to us, I learned a lot. Not that im going to try it. I do have a question tho. What is the difference between this method and the original method of digging out the dirt ? Is it a better more sturdy end result ? Is it less money than the original method ? It seems like you use the same amount of concrete. I am going to have a 24x24 built also, so I just wanted to know. Also, how much is this job for a 24x24 garage ?
Yes you save money on Excavating & concrete. Thanks
I am surprised there is no insulation or vapor barrier sure looks good though
Thanks
Two man crew did a lot.. I'm originally from NY and moved out to California, where I'm building next spring. I've watched a few videos and like the idea of a monolithic slab with icf walls. I saw a different builder in Alaska use EZ forms. Any opinions on EZ form? And are you doing these foundations for homes? I'm surprised more icf isn't being done in NY.
730 no its a garage..code here wont let you build living space on a slab. Not many ICF homes around here or EZ forms.
Thanks
Ha! One-handed was like fallin' off a log for Super Mike! Great teamwork, too. Now this is how it's done - solid, but also smooth as a baby's behind. Thanks for sharing. Did you run a brush across it later or leave it smooth?
No it's a garage floor smooth as granite countertop! We will be back there tomorrow to saw cut and grade out. Thanks!
How many yards or concrete did you use? I have an 18' x 24' pad going to pour soon with a 1' -6" H x 12" W/ Hunch. I'm Trying to get a good estimate on yards of concrete I should order. Can you help?
Brian not sure if I have your calculations right but 18x24 6" slab with a 18"H x12"w haunch is 12 yards.
Thanks good luck
How long to move the concrete and then float it thanks about to do the same prjoect
Every poor is different with the outside temperatures and sunlight.. hard to give you an exact time
Nice job! Any concerns with frost heave? I saw in part 1... no insulation, and your haunches didn’t get below the frost line.
J no sir... that's why they call them Alaskan slabs..the don't go below the frost line.. they are meant to float..The only time it's engineered with foam is when its going to be living space.
Thanks for your question!
Dirt Boss Tri-County Masonry & Excavating - thx for that reply. If I wanted to prevent frost heave could I simply extend those haunches below the frost line? Does there need to be a footing poured 1st? Looking at doing one of these is South Jersey.
@@jbucolo2514 if you're going to do that you might as well pour footings then 4' foundation wall..then slab inside.
Thanks
With all that dirt build up is that actually 4 or 6 inches? Looks like center is only like 2 inches.
Na all good
No issues with frost heave?
Nope
How? I’m not asking to be a turd, but we had our foundation poured in a similar manner (shallow, slab on grade, monolithic pour) in N Idaho but we’re being told we’re in trouble because the deepened footer is only 6 inches and we’re going to get frost heave.
@@stonewildheritage it's meant to float with the Earth just Google Alaskan slab or monolithic slab and you will see how is engineered
@@DIRT-BOSS thank you!
the edgework sits the frame work so how deep the rim earth edge is vs. design,/code,,, 1 story 2 story or high pitch attic garage , etc how many times u guys blade this slab .... i keep watching keep it up subed !
The thickness of the depends on code as of what you're building.. this one was 16" thick one story.
Concrete sets different every pore depends on weather but this one we bladed 4 to 5 times.
@@DIRT-BOSS thank u perfect !
What brand is that vibra screed you have? Looks easier to handle than the 2 handled screeds.
It's a vibra strike
@@DIRT-BOSS Thanks!
Thanks for the video.
Did I miss it or did you show the bowing to the size you planned on?
Yes I did
Getting ready to do a similar size foundation in Dallas, TX - for comparison, would you disclose what you charged your client for this slab? Thank you kindly.
Hi was that a power skreed
Yes Matt it was
Hi dirt boss how big was that slab
That was years ago I really don't remember but I want to say 24x24.. I'm sure I said it in the video multiple times
Dirt boss I'm building a house slab the lot is flat with grass like your job do I just excavate the soil the house lot is in Gary indiana
It's hard to say without looking at it but if you're saying it's like The project in the video then yes you just need to cut the grass out 6 inches And then bring in some stone.
@@DIRT-BOSS thanks fort boss
@@DIRT-BOSS thanks very much for the info dirt boss ps I spelled boss wrong on the last text sorry
No insulation?
Nope Cold storage
Guess my brother was right...my 50 year old azz has no business trying to pour a concrete slab for the first time.
Lol
You failed proper mesh placement. You have to keep it up from the bottom. You should have used SCC with micro twisted rebar it would have been properly placed and level.
If you’re going to pour concert with with mesh, Victory Outdoor Services in Wisconsin has tons of videos
@@rinkevichjm hahaha
@ go watch him he does it for a living.
Fxd
It's a monolithic pour but 'Alaskan' it is not.
Thanks for the clarification
@@DIRT-BOSS is there a difference?
@@MrSprintcat No there is not