I love your videos, but I have one statement about your siding project. Someone asked do you install from right to left or left to right. Your answer is correct. It doesn’t matter, but to add to that, you should start on the back side, so when or as you come around to the front, you will over lap the front piece on top of the back piece. So, when you look at it, you virtually can’t see the seems.
This only works if it is against the wind. Where I live that is only preferred and not practical. We get some crazy winds in Southern Alberta mostly from the west so we have to lap the siding away from the west or you will be looking at a bare wall in no time at all.
I am Over the Moon that I can purchase a window and just install it in my steel front door! I had No Idea we could do this! I thought I was going to have to pay a thousand dollars for a new front door! Jeff, you are my hero!!!
WOW! IT'S VERY LONG BUT WELL WORTH WATCHING EVERY SECONDS OF IT! LOVED T! LEARNED A LOT AND VERY INTERESTING! THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR KNOWLEDGE1 YOU HAVE A VERY BEAUTIFUL HOUSE!
Thanks for the work you've done here. I've watched hours of your content, for different projects. Just finished the kitchen remodel,,, now on to the outside. New siding windows,, Plus I've learned that a 1.5in foam envelope will only add about $1400 to my job. That should start paying me back in Michigan soon,, and in 3-4 years that project will have paid for itself.
Consider moving to Bothell Washington, I need a neighbor like you. Going to remodel my bathrooms, pending retirement and sale and while I know some about DIY I enjoy your informational videos. You have a quality as an instructor that is difficult to come by. I have been instructing since 1980 when the Army trained me, you have the knack.
Thank you so much for the advise to purchase a Laser level! We had our 30 year old fixer upper foundation leveled prior to our DIYer renovation. I litterly use it for everything! I've done our windows,trim,doors,counters,cabinets etc. Oh and yes we even used it to reinstall our toilets! Lol! Like my wife said ,"we probably have the only truly level toilets in the neighborhood"! Lol! Anyways it's been a god send . Having everything level in the house just knocks it up a peg or two. Thanks 😊
My house is going to get a standing seam metal roof. I've researched them quite a bit and I think they are the best shot I've got at a "one and done" roof.
I have so much to do inside & outside with little funds (I'm owed a lot that I don't think anyone cares to give back).... so I get torn back & forth of whether I start outside or inside first!
Absolutely amazing what you do Jeff. Always so descripted and well thought through. I'm a viewer from the UK and made me start to renovate my 100 Yr old house
Your an amazing guy. I love how you explain in detail. Your tips and tricks take the cake! Thanks for sharing all your years of hard work. From San Jose, California!
You should have worn safety glasses cutting the metal panel area out of that door @ eye level . You are highly skilled & careful but not everyone watching this video will be . Beautiful job !
JEFF. Thank you for making realistic and proper videos on home renovation. I'm looking forward to buying my first home and fixing it using your advice. Any province specific advice for Saskatchewan? Maybe insulation lol?
Great video!!! Can we get more DIYs on modern style home design projects? Like stucco, and other types of sidings such as large windows, tile siding as well as roofing?
I absolutely love your videos! It wasnt until just now that I figured out you sound just like the guy from Red Green lol! Good Luck on everything and keep it coming!
Thanks, Ineed to replace a basement door that has no trim around it, weird fit. Perfect timing. My house was built in 1948 and has no insulation between brick and inside walls, so I am going to replace install insulation one room at a time thanks to your video.
Jeff, you just blew my mind. I was about to buy a $4 to $5k door 🚪 and all I had to was buy a lite. I love you, man (in my Bud Light "Johnny, I love you, man," voice).
I remember this door install video, It helped me install my new garage door and it turned out pretty decent. After 2 seasons it shuts into the jamb really tight (rub) but I know its sealed and locked atleast 🤣
As to my choice of siding, in an ideal world, money allowing, I would go with, preferably Dutch lap style cementitious siding, and for multiple or at least two reasons! Superior fire protection & rot resistance! I know vinyl is probably cheaper but god Forbit a barbeque get to close!
I used the strapping on 1 wall that was a little bit too creative with the balloon framing just to help keep it all together. it is not needed if you have osb backer.
Thank you for putting out such great videos been watching for awhile now never commented but man I owe it to you .. cheers for quality content 🍻 I know TH-cam algo isn’t to kind to long videos but the amount of info in ur videos WOW!!!
Jeff, all the important details and tricks and awareness info on door stuff and more. I really enjoy watching your video's Jeff. Saturday night, glow of the fire wood stove, a cup of hot chocolate cuddled with the two rescued dogs...here we go.... "Its JEFF TIME!" 💯💚🇨🇦👍
Hey Jeff and co! Another super helpful video. If I'm installing an exterior door for my garage on concrete. Should I follow the same steps? Blueskin around the cement, then door frame, then door?
To offer my response to one of your questions about siding, cement board is what I think would be best. You asked why? I tested using cement board on a huge carport building project, back in 2011 and it has still held up and with zero need to repaint! The main home, that of my parents build new in 1983, is cedar siding....which is a pain in the (you know what) because every 4 yrs the cedar siding has to be oil stained! UGH....anyway....you have my two cents worth of an opinion....love how you included time segments now in your longer vids...so much easier to identify segments to review. 💚💯🇨🇦
@@naughtyorgneiss Just caught your reply. Cement board is also called Hardi plank. It is a mixture of cement with fibers in it. To put it on your predrill then set your screw of nail. I realized now that a screw is best in case one has to remove the board for whatever reason. Cheers from Eastern Canada.
lol yes actually that is what we all do. Except we dont call out the same contractor. we seem to always keep paying new contractors to fix previous contractors problems. Sometimes a never ending cycle. Its really expensive and annoying as hell.
Hey frank, the reason for using non modified cement , was because the Duroc board used as the base layer, is made from Portland cement sandwiched between fiberglass mesh . When done properly, like materials adhere and bond best, when using two different mediums, the space where they meet is vulnerable for cracking
Love the videos thank you and your goofy humor! Really different from other boring videos. Would live to see a video on a installing a sliding patio door that has cement board siding. Need to replace mine. Side note still learning lol. Enough said 🤣 thanks again!
Hey If I want to run an exhaust vent line out of a concrete wall for a bathroom or range hood vent what is the easiest way to make a nice hole without trashing the concrete??
Do you have a list of tools somewhere? Interested in the laser level you're using. SO much better than a plumb bob & bubble level, especially when working alone.
Hi Misha, yes we do. If you open the read more in the video description we have all the links for tools and materials there. Cheers and have a merry Christmas!
Wow that was so weird when it went to installing the door and you could see all the guts of the old house. You've done an insane amount of work to the place!
@@HomeRenoVisionDIY another good reason to document your work. People might never believe everything you did! I've probably taken 1000 photos of my reno already. 😂
How come when people talk about building a house to be very air-tight, they don't mention the effect of using hinged doors. Unless I'm wrong, if you're not using pocket or sliding doors, inside & entry, you're gonna bust through the envelope in a relatively short time. Maybe even break through it in an unfortunate location... like the attic floor over a shower. The "experts" talk about an acceptable amount of air leakage, but these measurements concern the amount of air flow over the course of an hour or one minute, and they fail to address the quick displacement of air from a quickly opened front door.
I need help... Ive got a house built in 1940 main house was a small hunting cabin built in the 1800s and rolled over logs and expanded from literal scrap rough cut wood from torn down barns. Nothing in this house is square or level, i want to replace the front door but its a huge ass pain with the floor being off kilter and the frame is a weird size what the hell do i do... (front porch storm door same issue 2" too wide at the bottom and 3/4 inch too narrow on top)
You would have to have a custom door made for the opening or you could cut the door opening in the house to fit the next bigger available size door, cutting the opening and squaring up the door opening would probably be your best route.
like your vids...straight to the point...dude....you're awesome. Thank you for being a voice of reason in this completely unreasonable world...okay...it's not the world that's unreasonable....it's the freakin crazy people running all over it! Peace!
Any suggestions for an upstairs tub that doesn't drain? It's an 1889 house and I'm terrified if I use CLR or cleaner (it has galvanized steel pipes) I'm gonna have a massive problem. On top of all the renovations I have to fix including ripping out and redoing the plaster walls so I can do insulation and electric.
I am no expert, but I had an old house (1895) with slow drains and galvanized pipe. I learned that the pipe rusted in the inside narrowing the inside diameter (picture stalactites and stalagmites growing towards each other within the pipe). I was advised to replace the old plumbing with Pex. I was surprised to learn how easy and affordable it was to make the update.
@@m.zehner7145 that's the plan eventually, copper and PEX. I'm just worried if I try to clear the blockage, I'll break the pipe. Which would be bad. I have all original hardwood floors. Still trying to figure out how to get them up safely.
Hey Stephanie, I'm assuming you're DIYing, by your question, and watching this guy's videos. Old homes typically have old drum traps, originally thought to be helpful in case of a wedding ring getting dropped into drain. First step is to identify the best way to access the drain pipes, if the wall the drain is located in an interior wall, and you can cut it from the opposite side, that is usually the easiest (not including houses with unfinished basements) removing the Tub to get to the innards is always an option, and gives you a chance to get work done. On Amazon, you can buy a cheap endoscope, of the semi rigid variety , I bought a 40 ft version with a standalone 5.5 inch screen and dual cameras and recording on sale for 35$. Highly recommend for any DIYer, saves money, and you can use to navigate and discover the insides of your wall, chimney flue, and my favorite, the condition of your drain pipes. Work smart, nothings worse than having one project, turn into 6, if you want to send me pictures and background info, I can give a more detailed plan of attack, and tips,+tricks to make your job easier. Always love giving plumbing advice, and if you think my advice saves you alot of time and money, any tip for my time is appreciated, but only wanted if you whole heartedly find i added value Message me on YT or email kevin206baker@gmail and
Jeff: “Don’t shop at the big box stores where people wearing orange aprons tell you what isle to find your flooring” Also Jeff: *Uses an orange bucket that says ‘Home Depot’ on it 😂😂
We’re currently have a mix T1-11 8OC and 12OC (house patched up since the 70’s). We’re thinking of adding 2” of ISO to the outside and siding using either Hardie plank, or Hardie Panels. I think panels will be quicker to install and are cheaper overall.
If there is one exterior renovation project I would say to DIY it’s your roof. It’s by far is the easiest when it comes to what you have to do. Like the old timers say, it’s not rocket science…. We had these people own a camp on a lake in Canada give us a month free stay at their fishing camp to come up and do their roof which took us one day, and they bought the materials. Is this a Canadian thing? Do you guys not like to do roofs? I’m seriously asking, I’m not trying to be a smart Alec. Have you just had no experience with roofs and you choose not to do them? I know it’s not really a handyman thing, but it’s not as hard as you think to do it right.
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"had I pulled out sooner, that never would have happened."
Truer words have never been spoken
39:59, "Had I pulled out sooner that never would have happened."
I could say the same thing about my first wife. Got a like for that.
I love your videos, but I have one statement about your siding project. Someone asked do you install from right to left or left to right. Your answer is correct. It doesn’t matter, but to add to that, you should start on the back side, so when or as you come around to the front, you will over lap the front piece on top of the back piece. So, when you look at it, you virtually can’t see the seems.
This only works if it is against the wind. Where I live that is only preferred and not practical. We get some crazy winds in Southern Alberta mostly from the west so we have to lap the siding away from the west or you will be looking at a bare wall in no time at all.
I am so glad that Jeff is telling us like it is!!
Didn't realize this video was 2hr 35min... I watched the entire thing, great content, I appreciate everything you do
Cheers there is no way to actually teach all that in a 10 minute video. Cheers!
I love these 2 hours videos he makes I binge watch to them and take notes..
Cheers Oldschool!
I am Over the Moon that I can purchase a window and just install it in my steel front door! I had No Idea we could do this! I thought I was going to have to pay a thousand dollars for a new front door! Jeff, you are my hero!!!
Thanks a lot Jeff..I learned a lot from you.....From a Taxi driver I'm a full time contractor now.All credit goes to you..Thanks again
Liar
I’d love to see a water filtration system video for people with private wells.
I went and bought a palm nailer for all my windows to install in my house. Worked great better than a hammer.
WOW! IT'S VERY LONG BUT WELL WORTH WATCHING EVERY SECONDS OF IT! LOVED T! LEARNED A LOT AND VERY INTERESTING!
THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR KNOWLEDGE1 YOU HAVE A VERY BEAUTIFUL HOUSE!
When nailing the metal with your son “Hit the damn thing!” 😂 Love it!
Thanks for the work you've done here. I've watched hours of your content, for different projects. Just finished the kitchen remodel,,, now on to the outside. New siding windows,, Plus I've learned that a 1.5in foam envelope will only add about $1400 to my job. That should start paying me back in Michigan soon,, and in 3-4 years that project will have paid for itself.
Consider moving to Bothell Washington, I need a neighbor like you. Going to remodel my bathrooms, pending retirement and sale and while I know some about DIY I enjoy your informational videos. You have a quality as an instructor that is difficult to come by. I have been instructing since 1980 when the Army trained me, you have the knack.
I might save enough by doing my own windows to redo the siding.......going back to a bare wall might be worth it for a widow with a nailing flange.
I learn so much from your videos. You have some really great tips! This homeowner is very thankful!
Thank you so much for the advise to purchase a Laser level! We had our 30 year old fixer upper foundation leveled prior to our DIYer renovation. I litterly use it for everything! I've done our windows,trim,doors,counters,cabinets etc. Oh and yes we even used it to reinstall our toilets! Lol! Like my wife said ,"we probably have the only truly level toilets in the neighborhood"! Lol! Anyways it's been a god send . Having everything level in the house just knocks it up a peg or two. Thanks 😊
That is awesome! Cheers! Perfect every time!
I don't even do this type of work anymore, I'm a tall ship sailor and a ship maintenance winter deckhand now, but it's still useful information.
39:59 "Had I pulled out sooner that would have never happened" - The story of so many new beginnings.
My house is going to get a standing seam metal roof. I've researched them quite a bit and I think they are the best shot I've got at a "one and done" roof.
How much will that be?
I have so much to do inside & outside with little funds (I'm owed a lot that I don't think anyone cares to give back).... so I get torn back & forth of whether I start outside or inside first!
Good stuff bro,we always appreciate your videos, you must be a prosperous and happy person. Thank you for everything,GOD BLESS you always 🙏
Absolutely amazing what you do Jeff. Always so descripted and well thought through. I'm a viewer from the UK and made me start to renovate my 100 Yr old house
Cheers!
Can you show how to convert or replace double window to French doors.
Your an amazing guy. I love how you explain in detail. Your tips and tricks take the cake! Thanks for sharing all your years of hard work. From San Jose, California!
Perfect every time.
You should have worn safety glasses cutting the metal panel area out of that door @ eye
level . You are highly skilled & careful but not everyone watching this video will be .
Beautiful job !
Your videos are the best very detailled
Thank you!
JEFF. Thank you for making realistic and proper videos on home renovation. I'm looking forward to buying my first home and fixing it using your advice. Any province specific advice for Saskatchewan? Maybe insulation lol?
exterior insulation is only good if it goes all the way to the foundation.
Absolutely the best video ever. I watched every minute of it and learned a great deal. Thanks so muCh Jeff and Matt.
Glad you enjoyed it! Cheers Larry!
@@HomeRenoVisionDIY Cheers to you as well.
Great video!!! Can we get more DIYs on modern style home design projects? Like stucco, and other types of sidings such as large windows, tile siding as well as roofing?
My favorite videos. I learn so much.
@ 39:59 ... lol 😆 Happy Father's Day!
I absolutely love your videos! It wasnt until just now that I figured out you sound just like the guy from Red Green lol! Good Luck on everything and keep it coming!
Thanks, Ineed to replace a basement door that has no trim around it, weird fit. Perfect timing. My house was built in 1948 and has no insulation between brick and inside walls, so I am going to replace install insulation one room at a time thanks to your video.
I did my own back porch roof myself..ZERO experience. No more leaks. that was AFTER i hired 3 different contractors to fix it.
Dam good work bro happy to say I’m a student of yours
Great video, really learning a lot and understanding what I should be looking out for with the little tips and tricks.
You are really great ,Sir.Thanks a lot for sharing your knowledge.I appreciate it very much.
Better get that alkaline resistant tape for THE acidic CEMENT BOARD LOL LMAO
Amazing content in each video, thank you!
Jeff, you just blew my mind. I was about to buy a $4 to $5k door 🚪 and all I had to was buy a lite. I love you, man (in my Bud Light "Johnny, I love you, man," voice).
I remember this door install video, It helped me install my new garage door and it turned out pretty decent. After 2 seasons it shuts into the jamb really tight (rub) but I know its sealed and locked atleast 🤣
FUNNY INSTALLING DOOR HARDWARE ENJOYED THANKS
Thank you for all you do
As to my choice of siding, in an ideal world, money allowing, I would go with, preferably Dutch lap style cementitious siding, and for multiple or at least two reasons! Superior fire protection & rot resistance! I know vinyl is probably cheaper but god Forbit a barbeque get to close!
Jeff I'm wondering what dictates using strapping behind the vinyl siding VS not as I see that you guys have both cases.
I used the strapping on 1 wall that was a little bit too creative with the balloon framing just to help keep it all together. it is not needed if you have osb backer.
Thank you for putting out such great videos been watching for awhile now never commented but man I owe it to you .. cheers for quality content 🍻 I know TH-cam algo isn’t to kind to long videos but the amount of info in ur videos WOW!!!
should you not put some sort of seal behind the light when fitting it is the door?
Jeff, all the important details and tricks and awareness info on door stuff and more. I really enjoy watching your video's Jeff. Saturday night, glow of the fire wood stove, a cup of hot chocolate cuddled with the two rescued dogs...here we go.... "Its JEFF TIME!" 💯💚🇨🇦👍
Hey Jeff and co! Another super helpful video. If I'm installing an exterior door for my garage on concrete. Should I follow the same steps? Blueskin around the cement, then door frame, then door?
the blueskin is designed to create a water diversion / protection for wood structures. If you are all brick and cement it is not needed. Cheers Ben!
Can you show how to install or make a Tudor screen door.
Jeff: @40:00 "had I pulled out sooner, that never would have happened."
Me: Yeah buddy... that's what I said too.
Would have liked to see the finished product for the parging.
Love the channel Jeff! Just renovated my bathroom (custom tile shower!) using a lot of your videos.
To offer my response to one of your questions about siding, cement board is what I think would be best. You asked why? I tested using cement board on a huge carport building project, back in 2011 and it has still held up and with zero need to repaint! The main home, that of my parents build new in 1983, is cedar siding....which is a pain in the (you know what) because every 4 yrs the cedar siding has to be oil stained! UGH....anyway....you have my two cents worth of an opinion....love how you included time segments now in your longer vids...so much easier to identify segments to review. 💚💯🇨🇦
What does the cement board look like? Is it like regular vinyl siding? or just straight like a hardi backer board used for tiling?
@@naughtyorgneiss Just caught your reply. Cement board is also called Hardi plank. It is a mixture of cement with fibers in it. To put it on your predrill then set your screw of nail. I realized now that a screw is best in case one has to remove the board for whatever reason. Cheers from Eastern Canada.
@@MegsCarpentry-lovedogs Thanks Meg! I'll invest in that next time we replace our siding! Cheers from US East Coast
@@naughtyorgneiss Cheers and nice to be able to clarify if it helped, eh!😉 👍🇨🇦
I really like it
Love watching your videos! Sad that a lot of it applies to the way of building in the US since i'm in the EU.
lol yes actually that is what we all do. Except we dont call out the same contractor. we seem to always keep paying new contractors to fix previous contractors problems. Sometimes a never ending cycle. Its really expensive and annoying as hell.
Thank you. Great info.
I’ve been hesitant to do some work because I am worried about matching the wall texture
videos are great ! what were the benefits of using a non modified cement in the first video vs modified ? im a noob
Hey frank, the reason for using non modified cement , was because the Duroc board used as the base layer, is made from Portland cement sandwiched between fiberglass mesh . When done properly, like materials adhere and bond best, when using two different mediums, the space where they meet is vulnerable for cracking
Love the videos thank you and your goofy humor! Really different from other boring videos. Would live to see a video on a installing a sliding patio door that has cement board siding. Need to replace mine. Side note still learning lol. Enough said 🤣 thanks again!
Cheers Chris. see what we can do!
Hi Jeff, should I buy a house that has a mold due to burst a kitchen water supply pipe. Has mold in basement and walls? Thank you.
Jan 2023 ... the supply chain is getting better, but it's still nowhere near pre-lockdown.
@54:25 Would a reciprocating saw work better? Or is a jigsaw just better in this situation?
omg i love this channel
Cheers Tina!
Thanks!
Cheers David!
Hey If I want to run an exhaust vent line out of a concrete wall for a bathroom or range hood vent what is the easiest way to make a nice hole without trashing the concrete??
call a company that specializes in core drilling. Cheers!
@@HomeRenoVisionDIY Thanks! Would it be a terrible idea to rent a core drill and bit and attempt this myself?
Do you have a list of tools somewhere? Interested in the laser level you're using. SO much better than a plumb bob & bubble level, especially when working alone.
Hi Misha, yes we do. If you open the read more in the video description we have all the links for tools and materials there. Cheers and have a merry Christmas!
Thank you
do I have to wrap a wood house inside and outside?
would have been pretty funny if you partner wore a fake hand and nailed it to the flashing during the demonstration
Wow that was so weird when it went to installing the door and you could see all the guts of the old house. You've done an insane amount of work to the place!
Cheers and it is finally done!
@@HomeRenoVisionDIY another good reason to document your work. People might never believe everything you did! I've probably taken 1000 photos of my reno already. 😂
You are amazing at gifts. But why breath the cement powder? We like to see more
Of your charming skills in the future.
Is there a reason you didn’t use a hose to do the first soak ?
How come when people talk about building a house to be very air-tight, they don't mention the effect of using hinged doors. Unless I'm wrong, if you're not using pocket or sliding doors, inside & entry, you're gonna bust through the envelope in a relatively short time. Maybe even break through it in an unfortunate location... like the attic floor over a shower. The "experts" talk about an acceptable amount of air leakage, but these measurements concern the amount of air flow over the course of an hour or one minute, and they fail to address the quick displacement of air from a quickly opened front door.
Can I install siding over stucco? It's just on the front of my house and it looks so ugly.
yes but you need to add strapping with tapcon screws first!
39:57 Wow Jeff, why would you talk about Matt like that?? x)
Jeff, what is the name of your other channel?
Why don't they have a sleeve for the deadbolt on the frame so you wouldn't have to chisel it out ?
okay, for real now, get out of my project box!!
wait...
That insulation foam gun is nice. Have a link?
yes in our amazon store! Cheers!
39:59 Said every Father ever... LOL!
I need help... Ive got a house built in 1940 main house was a small hunting cabin built in the 1800s and rolled over logs and expanded from literal scrap rough cut wood from torn down barns. Nothing in this house is square or level, i want to replace the front door but its a huge ass pain with the floor being off kilter and the frame is a weird size what the hell do i do... (front porch storm door same issue 2" too wide at the bottom and 3/4 inch too narrow on top)
You would have to have a custom door made for the opening or you could cut the door opening in the house to fit the next bigger available size door, cutting the opening and squaring up the door opening would probably be your best route.
so would I also soak the cement board in a shower with the schulter system?
not needed. the thinset is a different property and mixes with more water. Cheers!
Can pvc be used for door jams?
You are awsome 🤓😁
The music sounds like it’s from a flick!
like your vids...straight to the point...dude....you're awesome. Thank you for being a voice of reason in this completely unreasonable world...okay...it's not the world that's unreasonable....it's the freakin crazy people running all over it! Peace!
With the j trim do you install the nails loose like you showed with siding pieces
for the most part!
Any suggestions for an upstairs tub that doesn't drain? It's an 1889 house and I'm terrified if I use CLR or cleaner (it has galvanized steel pipes) I'm gonna have a massive problem. On top of all the renovations I have to fix including ripping out and redoing the plaster walls so I can do insulation and electric.
I am no expert, but I had an old house (1895) with slow drains and galvanized pipe. I learned that the pipe rusted in the inside narrowing the inside diameter (picture stalactites and stalagmites growing towards each other within the pipe). I was advised to replace the old plumbing with Pex. I was surprised to learn how easy and affordable it was to make the update.
@@m.zehner7145 that's the plan eventually, copper and PEX. I'm just worried if I try to clear the blockage, I'll break the pipe. Which would be bad. I have all original hardwood floors. Still trying to figure out how to get them up safely.
Hey Stephanie, I'm assuming you're DIYing, by your question, and watching this guy's videos. Old homes typically have old drum traps, originally thought to be helpful in case of a wedding ring getting dropped into drain. First step is to identify the best way to access the drain pipes, if the wall the drain is located in an interior wall, and you can cut it from the opposite side, that is usually the easiest (not including houses with unfinished basements) removing the Tub to get to the innards is always an option, and gives you a chance to get work done. On Amazon, you can buy a cheap endoscope, of the semi rigid variety , I bought a 40 ft version with a standalone 5.5 inch screen and dual cameras and recording on sale for 35$. Highly recommend for any DIYer, saves money, and you can use to navigate and discover the insides of your wall, chimney flue, and my favorite, the condition of your drain pipes. Work smart, nothings worse than having one project, turn into 6, if you want to send me pictures and background info, I can give a more detailed plan of attack, and tips,+tricks to make your job easier. Always love giving plumbing advice, and if you think my advice saves you alot of time and money, any tip for my time is appreciated, but only wanted if you whole heartedly find i added value Message me on YT or email kevin206baker@gmail and
Where are the windows available for purchase?
"had i pulled out sooner... that never would have happened" ...... Thats what he said
Jeff: “Don’t shop at the big box stores where people wearing orange aprons tell you what isle to find your flooring”
Also Jeff: *Uses an orange bucket that says ‘Home Depot’ on it
😂😂
We’re currently have a mix T1-11 8OC and 12OC (house patched up since the 70’s). We’re thinking of adding 2” of ISO to the outside and siding using either Hardie plank, or Hardie Panels. I think panels will be quicker to install and are cheaper overall.
I think in one of the videos you said you were finally done with the farm house how long would ya say it take ya to finish this beauty
3 years 2 of them full time!
If there is one exterior renovation project I would say to DIY it’s your roof. It’s by far is the easiest when it comes to what you have to do. Like the old timers say, it’s not rocket science…. We had these people own a camp on a lake in Canada give us a month free stay at their fishing camp to come up and do their roof which took us one day, and they bought the materials. Is this a Canadian thing? Do you guys not like to do roofs? I’m seriously asking, I’m not trying to be a smart Alec. Have you just had no experience with roofs and you choose not to do them? I know it’s not really a handyman thing, but it’s not as hard as you think to do it right.
When you put it in I knew that you put it in backwards just by looking at it
No calk or foam, wow!