Welcome to Bru Builds. I like working on DYI home projects as well as produce creative videos. So, I decided to combine two of my passions together and create the Bru Builds RU-vid channel.
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Great content. This is exactly what I have been searching for. I am wanting to build an outdoor fireplace and BBQ structure, using metal studs. Questions, if you don't mind me asking: 1) What was the total cost of the metal stud material? 2) Is the metal studs light enough to build on top of pavers (no concrete pad)?
Thanks, glad it was helpful for you. 1) I couldn't find the receipts, but I'm thinking it was around $300. I'll look some more later. 2) The studs are light weight; the issue would be what are you using for countertops, that is where most of the weight would be. Also are the pavers flat and level?
Your attention to detail is admirable. I've never delt with metal studs, but you've given me enough knowledge where I fell confident enough to do my kitchen with metal. Trying to complete an ongoing build of a 14' waterfall, Koi pond, and full masonry fireplace. Retirement is alot of work. Thanks for sharing.
A pipe doesn't need to be broken, it just takes the smallest water leak for a root to find the water and get into your sewer lines. Clay pipes were terrible at keeping roots out. If a junction gets slightly stressed it can cause water to seep out, and if you have a tree that's root system seeks out water, you will have roots growing in your pipes. To fix this you can get the sewer line relined, put root killer down every 6 months or use a snake auger to rip the roots out.
I’m no expert (just learning), but I’m wondering why you used PEX instead of black polyethylene tubing. As far as I know, I think PEX is better suited for indoor and poly is better suited for outdoor.
I've used black poly tubing for drip irrigation but didn't think about using it for this project. I think PEX is stronger, and it's exactly the same size as 1/2" copper pipe, making it easy to convert from copper. Also, I already had the PEX and fittings. I do like the UV advantage of the Black poly pipe for outdoors.
Great demo! I need break concrete in my backyard too and it is harder than thought. Will try your technique tomorrow. Why do you use a hammer and is it a must use? I do not have a hammer.
Very rarely to never post. Well done walkthrough. Appreciate the thoroughness, enough technical info as well as working out the inevitable surprises. Exactly what I have been searching youtube for. Keep it up!
I'm no tool expert, although I have tons of stuff from Dewalt, Makita, Bosch and Milwaukee. My brother is a GC and he runs a multitude of roofing crews here in central FL. He switched over to Rigid because the roofing crews kept killing the Dewalts he'd been buying them, so he decided it wasn't worth spending premium money on tools that weren't going to last, so he bought the cheaper Rigid impact drivers and drills. They've held up to abuse far better than the Dewalts he'd been using. Very surprising.
Are you saying I should have used it on the old stucco because of the paint? I've patched the stucco on 6 replacement windows this way and no issues after 5 years.
A wood burning fireplace would have more code requirements. What is nice about a vent-less gas fireplace is there is no need for a chimney or exhaust vent. Code wise this is considered to be a fire pit.
Cost. We actually did remove the tree this winter. $3k. To dig up the front yard and replace the pipe would be very expensive. I'm curious if removing the tree is going to help with the root problem. I could get the sewer line relined, which would cost a lot less. Thanks for the comment.
this is not good. Does no trouble-shooting. Just assumes pipe is bad. Should be asking questions like, does water only leak when faucet is on or also when it is off. If it only leaks when on, then obviously, replacing the pipe will do nothing but give you practice replacing a pipe and cost you time and money.
@@BruBuilds Understood. Thanks. 1 more question. Does this exert more power to get rid of the clog than the one that looks like a tommy gun? I think it's called a drum auger.
That is just a hand held version of what I have, it may have a smaller diameter snake. If you need more power you would want to use a larger diameter snake, like 5/8”. Sometimes it takes 10-15 min to clear a clog, it would get old to have to hold the weight an auger with a hang held unit.
@@BruBuilds Makes sense. Since I have to deal with a sewage connection underneath the toilet, I will have to use a larger diameter to clear it. To get the right one, would it be advised to get the diameter of the sewage pipe? I would have to temporary remove the toilet, wouldn't I?
@@BruBuilds Ah, makes sense. That would be annoying after a while. Would it better to get a measurement of the diameter inside the pipe to rent the right type of snake? I would have to remove the toilet temporary, wouldn't I?
in terms of performance all the major power tool brands at home depot will perform exactly the same. not noticeable to 99 percent of consumers. I think it comes to do additional functions a tool comes with and as well as how big of a tool selection is available for that brand. But Id take ridgid over everyone else because you have LSA. thats basically free tool for life. how can you beat that?
This is so clear and simple, thank you for the tutorial! I have the same issue and from your video I feel confident I can fix this myself. Thankfully my pipe is closer to the surface and no giant tree in the way 😄
We put in a ventless unit, so an exhaust pipe or chimney isn't necessary. There are less code requirements for a ventless fireplace. www.majesticproducts.com/fireplaces/outdoor/courtyard-gas-fireplace
Man, I never leave reviews nor subscribe to any RU-vid channels. But you’re the first. I love your videos man. Straight to the point, clear as day instructions. Love it! Good Job!
I quit RIDGID tools when a corded angle grinder literally blew up by my face during moderate use. The air tools and saws died before their time. But maybe they’ve improved in recent years.
@ashrafsabik3078 I use a 3d animation modeling program, which isn't really a CAD or building program. Are you wanting drawing that you could build from?
I see, im planing outdoor kitchen, and ur vedio was the most helpfull i ever seen, i will follow it step by step and see the materials and ur teps It we will be useful i think Thnks
Please, oh please, never add water to acid. It can explode. Always add acid to water. This was a horrible example of safety. I’ve seen it happen. The results of acid on the skin is not pleasant! Please do not follow this poor example of how to mix an acid with water! Another thing to consider is wearing a respirator rated for chemical gases if working in an enclosed area.
I will be using vinegar to clean my pavers which I installed 6 months ago. They have a uniform white haze noticable on the dark border pavers. Not stains like your examples. I want to clean it before I apply the solvent based sealer. I'm curious if this cleaning will damage the polymeric sand in my joints? Any info will be helpful. Great video and new sub!
@MrBikedrummer I used regular sand with mine so not sure how the poly sand will react. Vinegar is a mild cleaner, I think a pressure washer or scrub brush could do more damage to the sand. Good luck and thanks.
Does it matter if you overshoot the end of your main and go into the city line? I'm guessing that area is much wider... would the cable whip around a lot and damage the city side or the cable?
That's a good question and I'm not really sure of the answer. My 50ft snake isn't long enough to reach all the way to the street and city sewer line. I get roots growing in at a certain spot and once I clear that area, the rest of the sewer works fine. My understanding is "newer" city sewer lines use a vertical sewer tap to connect your house line to the city line. I'm guessing if the snake reaches this area, it's just going to hang down and spin. I would be concerned if your house still had clay pipes for the main sewer line.
Use primer. Putting excessive strain on the joint like you are in the video isn’t realistic in a real life scenario. Normally glue joints are just left to set up without strain. I’ve been plumbing for awhile and when I’ve seen old plumbing that wasn’t primed, the glue joints get brittle and they can easily fall apart. Primed and glued pipe will hold forever. Only using glue might be fine for 10 years or so but eventually those joints will get brittle and fail.
The concrete countertop video was a test top to see I do actually do it. I'm working the video for part two of the fireplace now which will include, gas, electrical and cement board. Thanks for watching.
Thanks, it will be a bit still, between the weather, work, other projects, and finally deciding what to do for countertops, the fireplace stucco has been on pause. I'm working on part two of the fireplace now.
