How to Build a Retaining Wall - Step by Step

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  • Today we're talking retaining walls! And I don't mean high tech, expensive retaining walls that are holding up a wall of mud. I'm talking a simple, easy, DIY retaining wall that you can do at home with some basic garden tools and a little bit of sweat equity. Let's get into it! For links to purchase the products in this video CLICK SHOW MORE ⬇⬇⬇⬇⬇⬇⬇⬇⬇
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    0:00 - Intro
    2:11 - Step 1: Dig a Hole
    3:24 - Step 2: Geotextile
    4:41 - Step 3: GA Level & Pound
    7:49 - Step 4: First Course of Stones
    11:22 - Step 5: Subsequent Courses of Stone
    18:39 - Step 6: Water Diversion System
    21:44 - Step 7: Corners
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  • @emk7132
    @emk7132 3 ปีที่แล้ว +194

    It’s amazing. Every time we start a new project, from deck to flooring to bathroom remodel to now retaining walls, we find an incredibly helpful video or video series from Jeff! What would we do without you!

    • @HomeRenoVisionDIY
      @HomeRenoVisionDIY  2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Cheers and thanks for watching!

    • @lilazeepnatuurlijk706
      @lilazeepnatuurlijk706 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same here. Diy renovation watching a lot this channel

    • @powerpuff4194
      @powerpuff4194 ปีที่แล้ว

      because he doesn't explain his process well

    • @trentmcewen6775
      @trentmcewen6775 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@HomeRenoVisionDIY 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😅😊😊is ❤️ 😘 ♥️ 👌 💖 5:58 😊

    • @trentmcewen6775
      @trentmcewen6775 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@lilazeepnatuurlijk706 😊

  • @pastortroy777
    @pastortroy777 22 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    This is NOT just a fantastic video for a retaining wall build. It's also a great video for Nike Tennis shoes.

  • @lambo650ER
    @lambo650ER 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +64

    My toxic trait is believing that I can build a retaining wall in the backyard after watching this video. 😂

    • @jozejeaux3962
      @jozejeaux3962 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      LOL! Same, I've watched a 10 min video how to do a concrete foundation for a shed. I was ready to run to the home depot for materials😂

    • @Taooflu
      @Taooflu 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      I’m pretty sure I can build a spaceship too hehe😊

    • @NichoRachi
      @NichoRachi หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      lol please don't kill my dreams that's exactly what I'm doing right now! 10 minutes in I'll be like fook this shit 😂 I want to build a wall for my turtle pond so the turtle can get out of the pond but not escape

    • @hammbone1612
      @hammbone1612 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You can do ittt!!!!!

    • @Ksix1
      @Ksix1 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I'm going to be trying this. Pray for my yard lol

  • @the_stixXx
    @the_stixXx 20 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I love this guy. Does it all and does it right. People like this are a dying breed. I'm a carpenter but I do and have taught myself everything as well.

  • @bennettpisek5566
    @bennettpisek5566 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    If I never told you this, I’m telling you this now - thank you for your time, and sharing your professional skills with us. My best.🤙😎

  • @MMmmmmBobbert
    @MMmmmmBobbert 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    This dude stays working hard! All the while he’s simultaneously teaching everyone his trades! That’s multitasking at its finest!

  • @evergreenloghomedeckrestor3940
    @evergreenloghomedeckrestor3940 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    You are top notch Jeff! As a fellow carpenter I personally appreciate the time and level of skill you put into .."explaining".. everything you do in each of your videos. You are thourough, precise, and knowledgeable. Thank you sir for taking the time to show your support in how to-do things the RIGHT WAY😁

  • @acemaster1122
    @acemaster1122 3 ปีที่แล้ว +279

    I build these for a living. There are definitely some things we do differently as professionals but this is a great guide for a homeowner.
    One thing I would recommend is using a small layer of stone dust to help level off your base course easier.
    Most important to me though is to use headphones and glasses when you cut, or else you’ll end up with little shards of stone in your eyes and destroyed ears. Sometimes there’s a good reason to use proper PPE.

    • @michaelspino906
      @michaelspino906 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      How high of a retaining wall can be built this way and at what point does it become a "high tech, expensive retaining wall that is holding up a wall of mud"?

    • @JFlywheel
      @JFlywheel 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@michaelspino906 Thats a good question, because I beleive you need a permit here if you go over 4 ft. (I'd have to look that up to verify though). I built a small one a few years ago without the fabric and weeping pipe, but our soil is decomposed granite, and we don't have freezing cold winters, so I'm thinking this might be overkill for a 4 foot wall? It's been holding up fine so far, and I'm watching because I need to build a taller one.

    • @kfmillertime
      @kfmillertime 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Michael Spino
      Generally in most places in Canada you need a geotechnical engineer to sign off on any retaining wall over 4 feet. You can still build a “gravity wall” which is what this is above 4’. But it will depend on the size (weight) of the blocks and type of backfill materials as well as a few other factors.
      Hope that helps.

    • @dahwe12
      @dahwe12 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      One thing I would recommend is creating your own channel, instead of trying to gain attention from someone else's video. If you want to preach safety you may want to do that on your own videos too.

    • @charliesteck6105
      @charliesteck6105 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I thought the same thing .... why no PPE. 36 years ago I was weedeating without safety glasses. Had to go to eye Doctor to dig a piece of vine out of my eye. I was fortunate. I have never left PPE off since.

  • @judefernando1698
    @judefernando1698 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Jeff, the thing I like about your videos is you are not sugar coating any details or showing some plug and play , off the shelf structures. You are really doing-it-yourself!! Keep it up buddy!! Thanks millions!!

  • @bayaniw1
    @bayaniw1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Found your channel a week ago and so far, you have taught me quite a bit about home renovating and improvements while not breaking the bank. Keep up the good work

  • @RayStein
    @RayStein 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Excellent video. All of your hard work building the wall, filming and editing really showed. Your commentary was great as well. Most important, you are helping those of us who have no idea how to build a retaining wall. I've seen so many retaining walls fail so you have saved a bunch of us. Thanks!

  • @tobin0405
    @tobin0405 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Dude, I hope you’re getting yours. You are constantly posting exactly what I need. Not only that, you post 30 min videos PACKED with INFO!!

  • @kristinminner1453
    @kristinminner1453 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You always amaze me with how succinct your instructions are for us DIY folks who have much less experience than you. Thank you!

  • @reetikanaruka338
    @reetikanaruka338 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Thank you Jeff for making such informational and educative tutorials🙏👌👏👏!! I have gone over so many website and videos for DIY over the years , finally my search is over😊

  • @Climate_Hoax
    @Climate_Hoax 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    10 minutes in and I can tell your videos are going to be PERFECT for me a rank amateur. Thank you so much for explaining things where someone with my lack of skills can even understand. So many tubers try to show how much they know by talking overheads out here and that is totally worthless to me. Thank you for considering the rest of us out here.

  • @jessevalencia9689
    @jessevalencia9689 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great video! Me and my dad are building a retaining wall and this guide is on point to help us be successful with our diy project. Much appreciate the great advice!

  • @kennieloo6357
    @kennieloo6357 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Anytime I have a project to do, I look it up on TH-cam. So happy to see your content pop up because I trust you! Thanks for this!

  • @ericaechternach5496
    @ericaechternach5496 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Okay well you got me through my repairing drywall and made it look like a pro did it (or at least like i didnt do it) so now Im moving onto redesigning my retaining wall, with your help of course. Love your videos. Love your attitude. Love my getting remodeled house! Hoping to post a before and after on the wall!!

  • @christhomson5290
    @christhomson5290 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I've been building retaining walls this summer and I learned very quickly, when using the concrete saw, don't wear shorts.

  • @lindsaynorman9323
    @lindsaynorman9323 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    my husband was watching this for work when I came down this morning. I was like "Wow! its that guy, he does everything" I've seen him watch you for lots of different projects for his work I can say from a wife thanks for your knowledge and videos they are well made informative and very helpful

  • @plummzzz
    @plummzzz หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Your PPE with that saw was top notch bud! 👍🏼

  • @billglaser
    @billglaser 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    In a few weeks I’ll be moving into my new house, it’s my first home, previous owner was a contractor so it’s been well taken care of, I’ve been watching the channel non stop for weeks while packing my crappy 1 bed apartment up, and I’m fully ready to tackle about anything. Being in the glass trade already helps a lot but man, you are just a endless river of knowledge. Cheers from Mesa, AZ. 🍻

  • @lindasantini5618
    @lindasantini5618 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

    This is such a great video! Thank you for taking the time to explain each step!

  • @Amazinunivers
    @Amazinunivers 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    you are the best teacher i ever come across. you really master it in your space. i really appreciate all your hard work to make this video. god bless you

  • @Rhynri
    @Rhynri 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    “Sweat Equity” - Love it. Thanks for the great video!

  • @gkalmancy
    @gkalmancy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Pretty good instructional..I would add that when applying the adhesive you should make sure the blocks are dust free for better bonding and adhesion

  • @realoz9419
    @realoz9419 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    By far the best video on the planet on this subject for DIYers!
    Thank you very much!!!

  • @thomasgeorge8647
    @thomasgeorge8647 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    As a construction professional for over 30 years the "safety second attitude" doesn't fly and will get you kicked off job sites. You have a responsibility to your audience to promote safety otherwise you are just a chucklehead waiting for an accident.

  • @IAMSESTAK
    @IAMSESTAK 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    "Nobody gives a darn about your home more than you do. That what makes you the best contractor for your home." I love this. So true!!!

    • @anthonytaranto
      @anthonytaranto 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      a skilled contractor will work wonders compared to any diy project, especially retaining walls and other hardscaping features

  • @Joeinsanity
    @Joeinsanity 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I just built a retaining wall in my backyard 2 months ago, Jeff makes me wish I waited to hear his wise advice.

  • @deniseprater3712
    @deniseprater3712 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I need a couple of retaining walls and after watching this video, I will be hiring someone!!!😬😂

    • @fabiolamerritt9789
      @fabiolamerritt9789 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was fine until “cut it here and cut it there in angle” 😬🙁

    • @daisylovesparis
      @daisylovesparis 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      😁😁

  • @James-bv4nu
    @James-bv4nu 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Jeff, great vid!
    Love how you tell it like it is; not holding back any knowhow; and help make the job simpler and done right.

  • @AzaB2C
    @AzaB2C 3 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    0:30 Overview of why retaining walls are needed.
    1:50 Perfect foundation is critical.
    2:10 Step 1 dig hole with flat shovel wide enough to lay blocks and drainage pipe.
    3:10 Step 2, lay geotextile fabric. U shaped, maintain separation between drainage rock and soil. Pick decent thick burlap sack like fabric.
    3:10 Step 3, lay GA (General Aggregate?), level best you can.
    4:15 Want the fabric to provide water barrier and act as diversion system.
    4:45 Use long level.
    5:30 Use hand tamper unless you have really long wall.
    6:00 Lay, smooth and level stone dust (alternative is to mix some dirt, sand, small amount of water)
    6:25 Pound and pack dirt like a man.
    6:39 Keep checking with level.
    7:10 Repeatedly pound and level to perfection. Quality of first level is critical, and time consuming.
    7:45 Recommend rough pour concrete block that adhesive can grip to.
    8:35 Step 4, laying of first block. Gets a beating to ensure settled and no rocking.
    9:55 First 5 blocks laid. Yay! Progress.
    10:00 Level check...
    10:26 Blocks picked up, more dust needed. Expect similar experience.
    11:00 Recap of process steps.
    11:30 Step 5, second course and consequent courses.
    11:40 Intro to adhesive. Purpose is mainly just for initial holding of blocks during construction. Correct drainage backfill is critical for long term stability, don't expect adhesive to hold back large hydro/frost pressure.
    12:20 Construction Adhesive Lepage 600 being used. Use right tool and material for every job. The standard adhesive used here is good enough for this job.
    12:50 First course should be flush or just lower than grass. Uglier blocks can go here.
    13:24 Second course layed, use adhesive, hide ugly face towards dirt.
    14:20 Try to design and grade backfill to use natural drainage/slope where possible to divert water, reducing dependency/load on backfill.
    15:30 Set back each layer by ~1/2" helps with leveling, and gives you wiggle room to absorb/handle problems/kinks/curves. Looks cool too.
    16:05 Stepping up and dealing with sloped ground.
    17:20 Setting back each course enables using level for each course.
    18:00 3rd and 4th layers fly on... Adhesive, set, drop, repeat…
    18:46 Step 6 Lay perforated corrugated plastic pipe covered with fabric sock/sleeve for water diversion. Goal is to avoid/slow sediment buildup from blocking water flow. Jeff provides brief history of "Weeping tile".
    Use 1/2" or 3/4" CLEAN/clear crushed rock. Drainage rock with no dirt or sand. Surround and cover pipe with 3-4" of the clear stone drainage rock.
    20:00 Recap of process steps and material layout.
    20:45 Backfill with GA. GA backfill will drain better than soil.
    21:45 Cutting corners with overlaying joints. 1 cut block per row, alternate each layer.
    23:00 Rent a wet saw cutter.
    24:30 Example dry cut. Great example on how to lose eyesight, hearing, toes and achieve lung cancer. Score a line, then make progressively deeper cuts.
    26:46 Safety second lifestyle vs nuts when making cuts.
    28:00 Tool safety warning. Look after the blades, you have to pay for them.
    28:55 Reminder... make sure you're happy with what you set. If you're not happy, fix it before moving forward.
    29:00 You got this!
    29:20 Related projects and info.
    Thanks Jeff!

    • @jc9834
      @jc9834 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Way too much time on your hands buddy....

    • @flickboogers9325
      @flickboogers9325 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Thanks for this breakdown!!

    • @JonPBixby
      @JonPBixby 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      The recap at 24:30 was worth the entire read.

    • @QLC21
      @QLC21 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks Jeff! As a man this video was hilarious but also very knowledgeable. Thank you again Jeff

    • @QLC21
      @QLC21 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      For me, I’m rewriting this physically on paper. This is the power we all have first to Jeff creating the video, second this amazing break by @AzaB2C

  • @maryseay9406
    @maryseay9406 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    **adds another project to the list** 🤣
    Keep 'em coming boss 😁

  • @gaylestephenson9847
    @gaylestephenson9847 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wonderful and Amazing Video! This tells me why my neighbor's RR Tie Wall is falling apart to allow a 2 foot river of water and a lot of his eroding land to push my costly garden mulch down to the street and off of my property. You have built a beautiful wall that will never fail! Thank you for the clear dialog; your explanations were perfect!

  • @isabelli6061
    @isabelli6061 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for making this video! I have done so many diy projects around the house with your videos 😃😃. Our next project is retaining walls for our garden

  • @shaneseiber7893
    @shaneseiber7893 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    24:40 looks like a, how to cut your foot off situation

    • @kylenamowicz3393
      @kylenamowicz3393 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

      This is like when my dad and I do a project together... He gets a head-start while I'm still getting my PPE together then I catch up later when he's looking for bandages. evvvvvvverytime.

  • @trevorklarer3706
    @trevorklarer3706 3 ปีที่แล้ว +142

    I watch a lot of Jeff's videos knowing full well that I will never build these thing

    • @0badboy0
      @0badboy0 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      hahahaha

    • @auntyabby1051
      @auntyabby1051 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hahahahaha me too

    • @abdulla9067
      @abdulla9067 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lmaoo same

    • @Convexhull210
      @Convexhull210 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @ɮօʊռċɛ օʄʄ humans in the past weren't "0 IQ"

    • @tanteamerika
      @tanteamerika 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      🤣

  • @manoharsagunthalla9215
    @manoharsagunthalla9215 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you very much for sharing! I learned how to turn the wall on 45 degrees it’s a good technical idea! Thanks for it

  • @sooooooo8
    @sooooooo8 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude, I love that you do you own work and go thru all the steps!

  • @r84415
    @r84415 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Lots of DIY videos out there but jeff makes it's so easy to understand. Great job sir

    • @HomeRenoVisionDIY
      @HomeRenoVisionDIY  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I appreciate that! Cheers!

    • @r84415
      @r84415 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@HomeRenoVisionDIY anytime! Great videos my man

  • @CrimeDoesNotPay
    @CrimeDoesNotPay 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    "Nobody gives a darn about your home as much as you do." Nailed it right there, brother

    • @TriggerTravels
      @TriggerTravels 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Exact reason I work on my own vehicles

  • @bebakke
    @bebakke ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely love this guy. The dad you wish you had when you were younger. Learned a lot of things I wish I had earlier.

  • @ane4412
    @ane4412 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The best channel on planet earth, you are a master jeff, thank you very much, you give me courage and inspiration.

  • @Shotgun_Only
    @Shotgun_Only 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    As a side note, I also recommend the milwaukee gloves he’s wearing on the video, I work on the garden center at a home depot and those gloves are comfortable as heck and softly padded so you can handle stones day in and day out without trouble

  • @thelonepainter4760
    @thelonepainter4760 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Call me crazy but I love building stuff like this.

  • @Daizey57
    @Daizey57 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    WOW!! This was SO AWESOME, & thorough. Thank you so much, we really appreciate it, ... all your hard work, knowledge, experience, etc.

  • @michaelarthur6271
    @michaelarthur6271 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    07:20......check,check and recheck! 75% of the project. 50 years of of landscaping; from flat shovels to bobcats THIS is the real secret to outstanding lasting success! Very well presented, thank you.

  • @robvasqm
    @robvasqm 2 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Great video training. Just remember to use your PPE and be careful with crystalline silica (dust) when cutting bricks.

    • @thewizard7099
      @thewizard7099 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I knew there’d be some safety Andy in the comments about cutting the brick 😂

    • @mrb6206
      @mrb6206 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@thewizard7099 HAHhahAHhaAHahHA DOES ANYONE ELSE NOT CARE ABOUT THE LONGEVITY OF THEIR HEALTH?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!21111

    • @dugies
      @dugies 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I second this. I can count on both hands the 5 times I screwed up. Masks, hearing protection and steel capped boots FTW.

  • @janetharnwell7221
    @janetharnwell7221 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you Jeff. I have built one retaining wall and now with your advice in this wonderful video I feel comfortable completing the other one needed using your fantastic advice. Once again you have helped enormously. Thank you 😊

  • @c31979839
    @c31979839 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic! Love your no BS approach.

  • @sherribrandsma555
    @sherribrandsma555 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    you have encouraged me to step up and do things I didn't think I could do! I appreciate you!

  • @alasdairblack393
    @alasdairblack393 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Nice protective footwear and face mask there when using the saw.

    • @Deploracle
      @Deploracle 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He survived (because he isn't an idiot).

  • @kepstein8888
    @kepstein8888 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    The best safety tip is to do your homework, think things through and take it slow. While safety equipment is a good idea, no amount of it can protect anyone from being an idiot. All of the times I hurt myself or had a close call, it wasn't for lack of safety glasses or gloves, but because I was rushing to get something done, cutting corners, or using the wrong tool.

  • @annetteencalada2667
    @annetteencalada2667 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Such a beautiful song, such loss, though, how blessed to have see the love between them two. Joy hearing this song.

  • @Defstomp
    @Defstomp 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done. Clear and concise instructional video. TV worthy no problem. Thank you sir.

  • @albertalakeland
    @albertalakeland 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Timely...Thanks Jeff and crew!

    • @albertalakeland
      @albertalakeland 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have 8' of 60 year old hog fuel (log bark) covered by a foot of soil. Unless I go logs or timbers I think I will have to dig down to rock. The amount of digging I would have to do I could buy an excavator. LOL

  • @YourBarberr
    @YourBarberr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I like & save these videos like if I’m ever going to wake up one day & build a retaining wall

  • @richardrugg
    @richardrugg 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This guys reminds me so much of Red Green, in a good way :D

  • @mangisda
    @mangisda 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Jeff's words of wisdom earned my sub!

  • @Jkevinking3
    @Jkevinking3 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I'm always so jealous when I watch people dig in soil that isn't rocky red clay.

    • @wrestlingkid10
      @wrestlingkid10 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      at least your dirt is fertile

    • @gypsy2007
      @gypsy2007 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@wrestlingkid10 Clay is fertile? News to me.

  • @casid9929
    @casid9929 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    We used smaller stones. We put them in a wheelbarrow filled with water and soaked them before cutting to keep dust down. Our saw didn't have a water hook up.

  • @lpny1119
    @lpny1119 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well you answered so many questions to my weekend project. Thank you

  • @cookingwithdsmith3174
    @cookingwithdsmith3174 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is a great learning experience I am a yard person I love looking for new ideas to do my yard

  • @stuartmathie3872
    @stuartmathie3872 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hi Jeff, Always enjoy your videos & learn so much! Keep them coming! The blocks your using give such a good look! I don't need a wall but want to build one now!

  • @azplease4121
    @azplease4121 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    ".. nobody cares about your home more than you do." Spot on! Can't wait to see it all come together inside & out. Thanks for the video.

  • @SuchaCaligrrl
    @SuchaCaligrrl 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you, this is exactly what I've been looking for. I have a small wall I'd like to build on the side if my house.

  • @thomassantucci-m1ea963
    @thomassantucci-m1ea963 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Copying someone's else comment. It’s amazing. Every time we start a new project, from deck to flooring to bathroom remodel to now retaining walls, we find an incredibly helpful video or video series from Jeff! What would we do without you!

  • @elbee1771
    @elbee1771 3 ปีที่แล้ว +67

    I would HIGHLY recommend a "Dead Blow" Hammer for any work like this and for patio pavers. Will save your arms and hands. They have sand in them which creates inertia when you swing and the sand helps pound the block and not bounce because of the inertia of the moving sand within the hammer. It literally stops when you hit the block and it will not bounce.

    • @readmore3634
      @readmore3634 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Never knew that (sand inside).....40 yrs plumbing contractor here....build everything myself...next time I walk by one of these gunna buy it. Thanks

    • @chrisgreer1911
      @chrisgreer1911 ปีที่แล้ว

      Definitely , I won't build one without it , and plus you don't have to worry about breaking the block

    • @1976DannyG
      @1976DannyG ปีที่แล้ว

      @@chrisgreer1911 Chris you’re absolutely right and they come in different head sizes, handle length and weight depending on size block you’re laying.

  • @jepps77
    @jepps77 3 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    hahahahaha - at 23'30" the guy in the background is hilarious

    • @pvater
      @pvater 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      hehehe,.. I noticed that too

    • @biodeth1
      @biodeth1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I was cracking up. Had to go back because I totally stopped paying attention to what Jeff was saying. I think that might be his kid but what is he doing?

    • @shelob12347
      @shelob12347 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Zachary Katz
      Rock Star

    • @kathyusa-iowa5137
      @kathyusa-iowa5137 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Totally knew he was on camera!

    • @bernardineisomaki50
      @bernardineisomaki50 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@biodeth1 , I think he was queuing up the arrival of the saw

  • @ThamilNesan
    @ThamilNesan 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like your teaching for no little experience people - thank you Canada

  • @sydney58279
    @sydney58279 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    JEFFFF, I live in a condo!!! I don’t need a retaining wall! Good thing you’re my fave.

  • @chancemoser7568
    @chancemoser7568 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    When Jeff screamed "that's perfectly safe!" I could feel my company's safety coordinator die a little inside lol Great vid!

    • @chrishuyler3580
      @chrishuyler3580 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I'm no pro, but I cringed at his sneakers.

    • @scrb31
      @scrb31 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@chrishuyler3580 the laces near the blade where the best. That kids, is how you lose a foot.

  • @wandah8225
    @wandah8225 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    IMHHO, Jeff is a man's man!! You are hard-core, hard-edged, hard-cut through and through. Thanks Jeff, for all the time and effort you expend to bring forth all your experience in a simple click of the button on a TH-cam video!!

  • @ernestlaferte3629
    @ernestlaferte3629 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for sharing your vast construction ability with us!!

  • @tylerl5347
    @tylerl5347 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Don't forget eye protection when cutting

  • @thunderlipsjoe216
    @thunderlipsjoe216 3 ปีที่แล้ว +93

    Probably should use some ppe when cutting masonry, once you've seen someone suffer from silicosis who worked with concrete for years you realize how little effort slipping a mask on during dry cuts can be

    • @HomeRenoVisionDIY
      @HomeRenoVisionDIY  3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      except I am not working with that stuff everyday and a little exposure will not cause you any harm. Cheers!

    • @ALTJR
      @ALTJR 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      @@HomeRenoVisionDIY 😳Come on, how old are you ... you literally out of breath in every video... 😉🌱

    • @LS-kg6my
      @LS-kg6my ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Mask AND Safety Googles.

    • @Jeff-bl1rz
      @Jeff-bl1rz ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You wanna wear nothing … you get to wear nothing. Still a free country, and I hate masks ….

    • @greeceundiscovered9670
      @greeceundiscovered9670 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@LS-kg6my has to be a HEPA filtered mask and you have to have a fit test for the mask, using any type of mask can be dangerous.

  • @wrazze6786
    @wrazze6786 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Such a good teacher in this field. I got a tip for you. Do 2 miles walk a day. You will eliminate that grasping for air to teach.. And I like your humor. Thank you and may God bless you !

  • @outlet6989
    @outlet6989 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, especially since that's my next DIY project. Four things I consider before I start a project: Time, Effort, Money, and Help, if needed. I'm going to build a ramp about 1 foot high to reach the floor. I'm going to use patio blocks for the side detaining wall. Your video took care of explaining how to do this job, Thanks. I'm thinking of using concrete and rebar for the base as it self levels.

  • @jneihart2
    @jneihart2 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    "Production first saftey second"..... WoW!!! This is the last guy I would want to work for!!!

    • @pa4765
      @pa4765 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      100% agree. Can't tell you how many spastics I've seen injure themselves and put the people around them in danger.

  • @rurazrazmedia7479
    @rurazrazmedia7479 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hey Jeff. Can you make a video going a little more in depth on building a retaining wall on a slope, targeting leveling and step ups? Cheers!

  • @stiofanm.4744
    @stiofanm.4744 ปีที่แล้ว

    OMG it's Jeff! My man - your videos walked us through moving a door in a bathroom. Here we go again with another DIY to do a retaining wall.

  • @oaklandfan5262
    @oaklandfan5262 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m going to do this project in my backyard.. perfect timing ty

  • @toin9898
    @toin9898 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Jeff, I'd love to see what you have to say on fixing grading. We've had some crazy rainstorms in Montreal this summer and when the rain comes down *really* hard I get a little water intrusion through my (poured) foundation walls, so I want to fix the grading outside (it's a flat roof, so gutters aren't really a problem) is it as easy as it seems?

  • @sherrieschmidt6869
    @sherrieschmidt6869 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Reminds me of my childhood. My dad would start the cut quick saw and my brother and I would pretend to ride our motorcycles.
    😎

  • @franknavarro1913
    @franknavarro1913 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    THIS IS THE BEST VIDEO I HAD SEEN I WOULD USE THIS METOTH TO DO MY PROJECT. YOU ARE A VERY PROFESINAL AND A REAL MASTER. ON THE SUBJECT.

  • @OfftoShambala
    @OfftoShambala 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Those are my favorite blocks... I have some like that. I love working with them and they look awesome in any style landscape.

  • @NightH4wkG4ming
    @NightH4wkG4ming 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Anyone else notice the guy in the back goofing around at 23:39? xD Great videos as usual just thought I would see if anyone else noticed lol.

    • @HomeRenoVisionDIY
      @HomeRenoVisionDIY  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      yup I did 5 minutes before the video was published. smh

  • @janegarner1327
    @janegarner1327 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    No safety glasses while cutting stone? Cutting next to his foot?

  • @poolmotorrepairguyFL
    @poolmotorrepairguyFL 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The Florida pool pump motor repair guy 32750 approved ! that was good info

  • @miasworld87
    @miasworld87 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Concrete saw and Nike shoes! This guy is savage! Love it! Good work!

  • @danejerustv
    @danejerustv 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I would actually love to know more about that weeping tile and how that works and how to install it

  • @lewhit992
    @lewhit992 3 ปีที่แล้ว +87

    "Production first safety second" is why women outlive us men lol

    • @HomeRenoVisionDIY
      @HomeRenoVisionDIY  3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I don't buy that for a second! Cheers!

    • @darinnetherland3466
      @darinnetherland3466 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Home RenoVision DIY for the DIYers out there that have no experience, your target audience, the message should really be safety first. No cost savings is worth losing some toes or half a foot because, no matter how safe you’re trying to be, the very heavy and powerful saw yours doing skips up and comes down on your sneakers.
      Love your channel and it’s my go-to resource, just recommended it to my sister that just bought a house, but just think your message about safety could be a little stronger. You almost come off as sounding like safety is overrated. For the average Joe not doing this every day, it’s never overrated. Average people simply don’t act as safely as hey should, so the message really needs to be hammered into their heads and shown to them on how to be safe as much as how to do the task putting them in harm’s way.

    • @frostfire827
      @frostfire827 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@darinnetherland3466 While I do agree to some extent, Jeff's videos seem geared towards those who actually have some experience in diy or construction. A beginner diyer probably wouldn't be looking at these structural videos if I'm being honest. The people who watch already have some knowledge on how to keep themselves relatively safe.

    • @darinnetherland3466
      @darinnetherland3466 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Jado Bleu go read the About section of his page. Doesn’t say anything about some experience required and says he wants to teach “all” the skills.

    • @darinnetherland3466
      @darinnetherland3466 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Tumbleweed guess I missed the part where I asked to speak to a manager or call the police.
      Name-calling is the last desperate attempt of one who has nothing left of substance or value to say.

  • @darrenstuerzl6022
    @darrenstuerzl6022 ปีที่แล้ว

    just packed with information that likely took decades to aquire, thank you kind sir

  • @saby8765
    @saby8765 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Knowledge is key! You're taking away our fear of unknown.

  • @anonymousperson4363
    @anonymousperson4363 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Good job, but you need hearing and eye protection. Gloves are good too.

    • @CB-nu4rf
      @CB-nu4rf 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I was thinking the exact same thing plus steel toed boots.

  • @ManchesterTechGuy
    @ManchesterTechGuy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I was scared for your foot when you were cutting into the stone. I wouldn't have the "stones" to cut it like that

  • @SheilainFlorida
    @SheilainFlorida 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    OMGosh you saved us! Thanks for explaining it so well. 🙏

  • @jgraham8248
    @jgraham8248 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you! You're very knowledgeable with a lot of insight. I learned some cool tricks watching you build this wall! I plan to use this information when building mine.

  • @hedonisticzen
    @hedonisticzen 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Jeff you're a mad man, but I know myself, I'd lose a toe 😆