Best reno videos! Can't believe HGTV hasn't picked you up yet. Skills and personality, exactly what they look for. I am sure someone will sign you up soon.
Jeff is always the best, explaining the “whys” simply and clearly. But in this video (@ 13:35) he potentially saves us from a pat down and a night in the slammer. Perfect every time! 😉
He should explain “why” you shouldn’t drywall a basement ceiling. Worst idea imaginable. I can’t count the number of time I opened my drop ceiling panels to run more electric, ethernet cable, coax for my Directv. Oh yeah I was also able to cut a union and a few 90’s to run a natural gas line for my grill. All of that out of the question if I would’ve drywalled my ceiling.
Hello Jeff, Thank you for your time and effort to set up and shoot these "instructionals". Just kick ass for sure. Makes me want to jump in the trades. Not because it's "easy", but because it is just that fun to do all these jobs around a house. keep it going. I keep making repairs around our 55 year old house with each new video. Just wish I was twenty younger. Oh well, still might do it anyway! Cheers, PF.
Thanks, I like your attitude and experience. I knew a lot of things you spoke of, but learned some things I didnt know.Please keep making these videos!
Trade secret: use a 4-1/8" hole saw to cut out your 4" pot light holes. It gives you the perfect size hole every time. Also, because larger diameter hole saws have a tendency to bind suddenly while cutting, run the drill slowly until the center bit is plunged in and the drywall is marked with a groove, then run the drill in reverse, high speed, to finish cutting through the drywall.
Enjoyed your video. Am going to make the attempt to replace my bathroom door for 2 reasons 1my dog chewed it up 2 who ever remodeled/ flipped this 1950s home painted all the wood😢 and in spots replaced casing and baseboard with MDF not too mention covered perfectly good oak floors with carpet. So wish me luck transforming it all back to its original wood luster👍🏽
My back is messed up by carrying 5/8 sheets of drywall up old historic buildings in Boston when I was young. My family owned a construction company in Boston and those old buildings we renovated didn’t have elevators. Ouch. Man, I was young and stupid back then. We used to manhandle the ceiling sheets. I love your videos. Subbed!
I can't stop watching your videos Jeff!! I'm a computer guy, my dad's the carpenter, but he's over 500 miles away from me. So, I have the joy of re-finishing my basement after water damage. All of what you do will be helpful! One question, would you post a list of tools/materials used and possibly links to where to purchase? Amazing stuff as always!
Hi Jeff, came across your videos recently and have been learning a lot. Incredible stuff, thank you! One suggestion, can you please add rough costs of the materials you use for a project? Would help a lot.
I watched one of your videos last week cause i had to sheetrock a bedroom. In the past i have cut out for boxes with a hand saw. I'm an electrician not a carpenter, yet. anyway i dug out a rotozip i've had for years and never used. went to Lowes and got a bit like you show. and went to cut out my first box. What a mess, holy cow am i glad my wife does the mudding. lol. 2nd one i missed altogether. anyway, no problem i'll have my wife watch your how to patch sheetrock video.
Hey Jeff! Absolutely loooove your videos! I've learned so much from you! Also your presenting style is just amazing - it's friendly, a little comedic and that's why it's so easy to pick up everything you're teaching. One small criticism - If you say you're going to put a link in the description, then remember to do it. :) It's not a problem for me, as I've seen ALL of the Home RenoVision DIY channel videos, but newcomers to your content might not know about your second channel.
For some reason I feel like using my impact gun and construction screws is more cost effective, but probably over the long long long run the nailer is cheaper to operate (nails much cheaper than screws I imagine). (But my impact gun is also cordless, oil-less and hose-less for $150 and doesn't need a compressor.)
Is there a subfloor? Dricore or cork or something? What type of flooring and is it radiant and if you don't put a furnace in your basement due to sound proofing then how does the basement get heat?
Man, you are such a bad ass. Learning so much from your videos, thank you! On finishing dry wall, it seems you did not apply a texture. Here in the Houston Texas home market at least, texturing drywall is the norm. Would you cover texturing drywall in one of your upcoming videos?
If your basement is 50% or more below ground, DON'T use a vaporbarrier, this will trap condensation and make the wood rot rather quickly. If you are uncertain if it is 50% or not, its better to not use vaporbarrier in your basement. also, insulating more than 50mm (2 inches for you imperialists) is not advised in basements, unless you got outside insulation. This is especially important in regions with big fluctuations in temperature through the year. Cheers from a norwegian carpenter :)
How do you attach a top plate to a wall running parallel with the floor joists? Do you build the stud up to the floor or do you attach it to the nearest joist?
Electricians. The princesses of the construction trades. Never clean up, put their stuff dead center of where something else needs to be, and charge you way more than what they do is worth. Great bunch.
I am in Toronto. How to run cables from unfinished basement to the first floor and the second floor inside wall and without break the drywall ? This is used for running internet cables and outside cameras installation in residential house.
Love your channel,I'm a subscriber. One question,is the beam your laser casts really as thick as it appears on camera?it looks like it a good inch thick.
I see that you are doing smooth finishes on walls and ceilings. Here everything seems to be textured. Do you ever texture your projects? What are the benefits/drawbacks of each?
I've lived in many cities across Canada and the US. I've come to the conclusion Textured walls are a US thing. No one textures walls up north! Imo it looks like shit but I guess if you need to hide crappy work, it's good for that.
I have textured walls in my basement and hate them (seashell type of finish). It traps dust really bad. Smooth walls upstairs and I couldn't be happier
I've really been enjoying your videos and have learned a lot! One of the large projects my husband and I want to take on in our (1910) home is to finish the full basement to have a bit more space, but I dont want to spend a fortune on labor (especially after watching your videos where you said it wouldn't really increase our home value)and wanted to do most of the work myself. Anyway I gave you all this unnecessary info to ask if it's standard practice to hire a GC to come in and just help with the planning or if that would be be offensive to ask someone to do?
This is late, but that's a service I'm trying to offer. It's been on my business card since 2001. No takers yet. I usually get the job though. I don't think it's offensive but perhaps some GC's would not want liability for any advice. My idea was to help a home owner get started, show them a plan of action, and show them the pitfalls to avoid. Show them "how to", or set up the lines and levels, put up the first ledger, etc., and let them take over with my phone standing by, ready for problem solving. I am curious what people would pay for such a service. What standby services would you like from a GC? A skilled renovator is pretty much the same thing. The only thing that makes a contractor a general, is they hire and co-ordinate all the trades for the job. The GC may be skilled in only one trade, or none, sometimes all. They have a knack for putting the big picture together, handling accounts and various scheduling, and they "know" construction. Renovators have a knack for doing quality work over a wide range of trades, and also seeing the big picture. Ask a renovator for advice.
Would love your knowledge and input. I know very very general info but quick to learn. Would like to hire someone that would let me assist with my project but no one seems to want to take on that liability 😢
Hi, thanks for all of your video's, you really make it simple for DIY'rs to jump into stuff, and your video's give the confidence of doing a professional job. I'm about to finish my basement and I will need a little help. How can I reach out to you?
is there an approx. estimate how much a full basement renovation increase the property value? got a big house with a huge nice unfinished basement with great potential, however, i don't know how much a full renovation will increase the value and if it worth it.
very nice. I have a question. In the u.s flooding in basements can be a real issue as flood insurance coverage for basements is limited. Any suggestions for materials that are flood resistant? I see you used the vinyl planks so that definitely helps. What other options exist?
Definitely do not use drywall in the basement if you anticipate ANY moisture issues. Drywall is made for ease of installation and fireproofing, but is extremely vulnerable to moisture. I had to tear out poorly thought out drywall in my basement upon moving in (prior residents induced a flooding issue that caused mold in the drywall). I see a water-permeable basement tile at greatmats, though I haven't had the chance to use it yet. I plan to use it for the flooring. As for the walls, do not use water vulnerable insulation -- no fiberglass or cellulose. I'm not a fan of closed cell foam or sheet foam, as they're flammable and release toxic fumes when burned. So, mineral wool is an option, as it does not soak up water or promote mold. I also plan to use waterproof tile panels as the walls of my basement and mini splits and/or energy recovery ventilation (ERV) for climate control. The key to recovery from temporary basement flooding is allowing everything to properly dry out. So water barriers are unhelpful in that scenario, as you'll need water permeability for water to flow and dry out. I have a dehumidifier running 24/7 in my basement to prevent mold. You may also think about yard drainage and exterior French drains to move water away from your house to mitigate moisture (this depends on the lay of the land and placement of utility lines).
As you can see, the Canadian learns because the metric system is easier to use on the building site. And you also avoid calculation errors in the decimal system.
I have a question I am about to use high end vinyl floor planking on a concrete slab the room is like couple feet below grade. Now existing are 9x9 anyway some are missing what would be best way to even floor.
Love your videos, you take time to explain every details. Your cameraman does a great job also with the angle view. Keep up the good work! May I ask you at 56:33 why was the flooring in the room not installed the same direction as the hallway? Thanks !
The shiplap looks like mine. I feel like the gap between is too white; depending on the lighting my shiplap wall can look good, or almost just like a flat white wall
Great job Jeff! I have a question, looks like the electrician left you with a lot of tidying up to do 😄. Do they use hollow plastic conduits for channeling electrical wires? I saw the first fix was all over the place.
I’m think I’m gonna tackle my above the garage room, it’s not really big, but it would add a man cave. Would you help me get a materials list and a plan started?
I have a question concerning a basement floor , lvp install, can self leveling cement be used and do it has to be a fine finish when using Dmx lvp flow underpayment. I had a lot of high and low dips, now after using floor leveling it has a slight bevel, I was thinking of using a more liquidity leveler to fix bevels. What would you recommend
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He said it’s just the nature of the beast😂💀😭
Awesome videos Jeff and love the romper room reference 👍
Best reno videos! Can't believe HGTV hasn't picked you up yet. Skills and personality, exactly what they look for. I am sure someone will sign you up soon.
This guy is like the jayztwocents of home renovations
Jeff is always the best, explaining the “whys” simply and clearly. But in this video (@ 13:35) he potentially saves us from a pat down and a night in the slammer. Perfect every time! 😉
He should explain “why” you shouldn’t drywall a basement ceiling. Worst idea imaginable. I can’t count the number of time I opened my drop ceiling panels to run more electric, ethernet cable, coax for my Directv. Oh yeah I was also able to cut a union and a few 90’s to run a natural gas line for my grill. All of that out of the question if I would’ve drywalled my ceiling.
Thanks for all your advice and help. You give a lot of great advice. Please keep showing us your videos. They really help us DIYers. Thanks
Hello Jeff, Thank you for your time and effort to set up and shoot these "instructionals". Just kick ass for sure. Makes me want to jump in the trades. Not because it's "easy", but because it is just that fun to do all these jobs around a house. keep it going. I keep making repairs around our 55 year old house with each new video. Just wish I was twenty younger. Oh well, still might do it anyway! Cheers, PF.
I used a lot of your videos to finish my basement. It looks a lot like the one in this video. Thank you!
Wel done Rick. Cheers!
You are an amazingly hard working gentleman!! Looks like very hard work!! Take off my hat to you and bless you!!
Thank you very much!
Jeff, your videos are just awesome, it helps me so much on my basement reno! Im trully inspired by you and how you explain it all, thank YOU!!!
Thanks, I like your attitude and experience. I knew a lot of things you spoke of, but learned some things I didnt know.Please keep making these videos!
Trade secret: use a 4-1/8" hole saw to cut out your 4" pot light holes. It gives you the perfect size hole every time. Also, because larger diameter hole saws have a tendency to bind suddenly while cutting, run the drill slowly until the center bit is plunged in and the drywall is marked with a groove, then run the drill in reverse, high speed, to finish cutting through the drywall.
Love the manic laugh at 27:20 :D Drywall is heavy man.. Good job, and excellent videos ;)
Thomas Thulstrup hahahaha. That laugh sounds like yoda’s laugh
Enjoyed your video. Am going to make the attempt to replace my bathroom door for 2 reasons 1my dog chewed it up 2 who ever remodeled/ flipped this 1950s home painted all the wood😢 and in spots replaced casing and baseboard with MDF not too mention covered perfectly good oak floors with carpet. So wish me luck transforming it all back to its original wood luster👍🏽
Man, you have very good videos. I'm learning so much watching you. Thanks!
You designed your video pauses to coincide with the TH-cam ad breaks.......kudos!
It made watching YT ads less obtrusive. Thank you.
They choose where to put ads
If my dad did a video while finishing our basement, it would be titled "Trade Secrets to Profanity"
Cody Brown
Lol, sounds like my song also!
Pretty sure that’s what my current basement finishing video would be. We passed our rough in inspection so now i can breathe!
We must be brothers.
Passed our final inspection!
53:43. Painting before installing trim or low voltage wall plates also highly recommended. Now you have to tape around all that. Brilliant.
I love your work very talented 🙂 great personality for TV... good job👍
Thank you so much 😀
My back is messed up by carrying 5/8 sheets of drywall up old historic buildings in Boston when I was young. My family owned a construction company in Boston and those old buildings we renovated didn’t have elevators. Ouch. Man, I was young and stupid back then. We used to manhandle the ceiling sheets. I love your videos. Subbed!
I can't stop watching your videos Jeff!! I'm a computer guy, my dad's the carpenter, but he's over 500 miles away from me. So, I have the joy of re-finishing my basement after water damage. All of what you do will be helpful! One question, would you post a list of tools/materials used and possibly links to where to purchase? Amazing stuff as always!
I love how thorough Jeff is!!🤩
Hello Master Thank you for your time and effort. You are Fantastic and Very knowledgeable.
I'm addicted to this channel
Thank you so much Jeff, you are awesome!
Your videos are very educational and simple to follow, please keep up the excellent work!
Hi Jeff, came across your videos recently and have been learning a lot. Incredible stuff, thank you! One suggestion, can you please add rough costs of the materials you use for a project? Would help a lot.
I love your videos and your zest for your industry. You inspire me to take a chance and do it myself! Thank you
I watched one of your videos last week cause i had to sheetrock a bedroom. In the past i have cut out for boxes with a hand saw. I'm an electrician not a carpenter, yet. anyway i dug out a rotozip i've had for years and never used. went to Lowes and got a bit like you show. and went to cut out my first box. What a mess, holy cow am i glad my wife does the mudding. lol. 2nd one i missed altogether. anyway, no problem i'll have my wife watch your how to patch sheetrock video.
7:15 jeff stroking his hair back, love it!
Can't believe how much bigger and brighter that basement is now. Another great transformation.
Hey Jeff! Absolutely loooove your videos! I've learned so much from you! Also your presenting style is just amazing - it's friendly, a little comedic and that's why it's so easy to pick up everything you're teaching.
One small criticism - If you say you're going to put a link in the description, then remember to do it. :) It's not a problem for me, as I've seen ALL of the Home RenoVision DIY channel videos, but newcomers to your content might not know about your second channel.
Wow, great job. Thanks so much for showing how to do transitions. I was getting ready to do mine all wrong.
Great Video Jeff - good tips on painting a ceiling. Those are the things that really pay off. Thanks!
I love your channel. If this channel existed when I was a kid, I wouldn't have had to shadow my dad and grandpa so hard. Thank you.
57:41 Wow! You are amazing. That looks fantastic!
Killer video. Jeff is a master de painter!
This video covered everything I was curious about. Great video
You are incredible! Wow
I love your videos and your how to helpful tricks, tips and great builds. Keep up the good work.
For some reason I feel like using my impact gun and construction screws is more cost effective, but probably over the long long long run the nailer is cheaper to operate (nails much cheaper than screws I imagine). (But my impact gun is also cordless, oil-less and hose-less for $150 and doesn't need a compressor.)
I’m doing this exact thing right now. Thank you.
Is there a subfloor? Dricore or cork or something? What type of flooring and is it radiant and if you don't put a furnace in your basement due to sound proofing then how does the basement get heat?
Wow it looks beautiful, you did a amazing job.
Great video, easy to follow and great results. Thanks again 🙏
awesome!! you did great job man as always
I have been following you from Iraq
47:10 Ha! Wunda Wunda reference. Didn't think you were old enough 😂
You are the Man!
Inspired me to do it myself!!
awesome work and love the tips n tricks....keep up the great work..
Such an awesome, informative video. So many tips!
Great job! Thanks for sharing!
Man, you are such a bad ass. Learning so much from your videos, thank you! On finishing dry wall, it seems you did not apply a texture. Here in the Houston Texas home market at least, texturing drywall is the norm. Would you cover texturing drywall in one of your upcoming videos?
How much was the total cost finishing the basement?
Get yourself a little handheld drywall lift. It's a $5 plastic handle. It's night and day for lifting a big piece of drywall.
It get to -20f° here some times. Would you suggest putting installation in the interior walls too?
If your basement is 50% or more below ground, DON'T use a vaporbarrier, this will trap condensation and make the wood rot rather quickly. If you are uncertain if it is 50% or not, its better to not use vaporbarrier in your basement. also, insulating more than 50mm (2 inches for you imperialists) is not advised in basements, unless you got outside insulation. This is especially important in regions with big fluctuations in temperature through the year. Cheers from a norwegian carpenter :)
👍🏻👍🏻 You're Truly A Specialist 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
How do you attach a top plate to a wall running parallel with the floor joists? Do you build the stud up to the floor or do you attach it to the nearest joist?
Another great tip!
Great video
Really good job… how many weeks taked you to have done the whole basement?
Great job !
I don't care about a little dust, I got tear ducts! this guy is hilarious
Electricians. The princesses of the construction trades. Never clean up, put their stuff dead center of where something else needs to be, and charge you way more than what they do is worth. Great bunch.
They are asses
Hi great video I love it Im getting a home but my basement will probably be unfinished do you travel?
Lol The sledge hammer thing kills me.....
fantastic job sir
I am in Toronto. How to run cables from unfinished basement to the first floor and the second floor inside wall and without break the drywall ? This is used for running internet cables and outside cameras installation in residential house.
Hi, love the videos. Became a member recently. Can you tell me why you don't use metal studs in your basement projects?
Wonderful
Love your channel,I'm a subscriber.
One question,is the beam your laser casts really as thick as it appears on camera?it looks like it a good inch thick.
I see that you are doing smooth finishes on walls and ceilings. Here everything seems to be textured. Do you ever texture your projects? What are the benefits/drawbacks of each?
I've lived in many cities across Canada and the US.
I've come to the conclusion Textured walls are a US thing. No one textures walls up north!
Imo it looks like shit but I guess if you need to hide crappy work, it's good for that.
Textures also help reduce echos. I however think they look bad and are not worth the trade off.
I have textured walls in my basement and hate them (seashell type of finish). It traps dust really bad. Smooth walls upstairs and I couldn't be happier
I've really been enjoying your videos and have learned a lot! One of the large projects my husband and I want to take on in our (1910) home is to finish the full basement to have a bit more space, but I dont want to spend a fortune on labor (especially after watching your videos where you said it wouldn't really increase our home value)and wanted to do most of the work myself.
Anyway I gave you all this unnecessary info to ask if it's standard practice to hire a GC to come in and just help with the planning or if that would be be offensive to ask someone to do?
This is late, but that's a service I'm trying to offer. It's been on my business card since 2001. No takers yet. I usually get the job though. I don't think it's offensive but perhaps some GC's would not want liability for any advice. My idea was to help a home owner get started, show them a plan of action, and show them the pitfalls to avoid. Show them "how to", or set up the lines and levels, put up the first ledger, etc., and let them take over with my phone standing by, ready for problem solving.
I am curious what people would pay for such a service. What standby services would you like from a GC? A skilled renovator is pretty much the same thing. The only thing that makes a contractor a general, is they hire and co-ordinate all the trades for the job. The GC may be skilled in only one trade, or none, sometimes all. They have a knack for putting the big picture together, handling accounts and various scheduling, and they "know" construction. Renovators have a knack for doing quality work over a wide range of trades, and also seeing the big picture. Ask a renovator for advice.
Would love your knowledge and input. I know very very general info but quick to learn. Would like to hire someone that would let me assist with my project but no one seems to want to take on that liability 😢
Well said...
Guess we won't be having the meeting later this month in Ottawa.
No worries, we will have a live conference and I can share all my secrets then. Cheers details to follow!
You are awesome and my wife loves to watch you.
Wow, thank you!
Hi, thanks for all of your video's, you really make it simple for DIY'rs to jump into stuff, and your video's give the confidence of doing a professional job. I'm about to finish my basement and I will need a little help. How can I reach out to you?
Really niceeee!!! It looks georgeous , could you please tell me what color did you use ? What grey color is that? Ty
is there an approx. estimate how much a full basement renovation increase the property value? got a big house with a huge nice unfinished basement with great potential, however, i don't know how much a full renovation will increase the value and if it worth it.
very nice. I have a question. In the u.s flooding in basements can be a real issue as flood insurance coverage for basements is limited. Any suggestions for materials that are flood resistant? I see you used the vinyl planks so that definitely helps. What other options exist?
Build an addition instead of going deep. Cheers!
Definitely do not use drywall in the basement if you anticipate ANY moisture issues. Drywall is made for ease of installation and fireproofing, but is extremely vulnerable to moisture. I had to tear out poorly thought out drywall in my basement upon moving in (prior residents induced a flooding issue that caused mold in the drywall).
I see a water-permeable basement tile at greatmats, though I haven't had the chance to use it yet. I plan to use it for the flooring. As for the walls, do not use water vulnerable insulation -- no fiberglass or cellulose. I'm not a fan of closed cell foam or sheet foam, as they're flammable and release toxic fumes when burned. So, mineral wool is an option, as it does not soak up water or promote mold. I also plan to use waterproof tile panels as the walls of my basement and mini splits and/or energy recovery ventilation (ERV) for climate control.
The key to recovery from temporary basement flooding is allowing everything to properly dry out. So water barriers are unhelpful in that scenario, as you'll need water permeability for water to flow and dry out. I have a dehumidifier running 24/7 in my basement to prevent mold. You may also think about yard drainage and exterior French drains to move water away from your house to mitigate moisture (this depends on the lay of the land and placement of utility lines).
Great Video!
I have a question. Why to put the double sheet rocks for the top ceiling ?
Its really nice flooding
As you can see, the Canadian learns because the metric system is easier to use on the building site. And you also avoid calculation errors in the decimal system.
Is framing something a person that has not much upper body strength can do? I want to save cost wise but I have had many wrist surgeries.
OMGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGG this was so informative and innovative 100!!!! Yasssss
Do you have idea when you will start taking new clients. Do you guys cover Oshawa? Thanks for this wonderful and professional video. Keep it up bro.
I would think it might be another year or 2 for sure. Cheers!
I have a question I am about to use high end vinyl floor planking on a concrete slab the room is like couple feet below grade. Now existing are 9x9 anyway some are missing what would be best way to even floor.
I learned a lot here....but gunshot residue? Being a rural American...I guess travel in Canada would be.....challenging.
55:01. Nice sanding job.
Love your channel because you actually show the work. I have a photographic memory so this is perfect.
Love your videos, you take time to explain every details. Your cameraman does a great job also with the angle view. Keep up the good work! May I ask you at 56:33 why was the flooring in the room not installed the same direction as the hallway?
Thanks !
Nice work!
Wow!! Are you close to Washington DC? I love that basement.
Do you have any videos on using metal studs? If you don’t you can frame in my basement for video! Lol
U are just AWESOME 4 real . H N YEAR 🎉🎉🎉🎉☕☕☕🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤
The beast!!
The shiplap looks like mine. I feel like the gap between is too white; depending on the lighting my shiplap wall can look good, or almost just like a flat white wall
THERE IS NO SECRET TO FINISHING A BASEMENT! Just a lot of hard work ~ THAT is the not-so-secret ingredient.
Great job Jeff! I have a question, looks like the electrician left you with a lot of tidying up to do 😄. Do they use hollow plastic conduits for channeling electrical wires? I saw the first fix was all over the place.
I’m think I’m gonna tackle my above the garage room, it’s not really big, but it would add a man cave. Would you help me get a materials list and a plan started?
I have a question concerning a basement floor , lvp install, can self leveling cement be used and do it has to be a fine finish when using Dmx lvp flow underpayment. I had a lot of high and low dips, now after using floor leveling it has a slight bevel, I was thinking of using a more liquidity leveler to fix bevels. What would you recommend