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Many asked why we chose a block wall over concrete for our spec house. This discusses that. • Spec House Foundation ...
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@altheliterate 5 лет назад

Hah, the man is building a house, I'm sitting here eating a sandwich and he tells me to keep up the good work. LOL

@misternormL 5 лет назад

6:25 Now we're talkin'

@albertgarcia2309 5 лет назад

Im going #2👍👍

@Dale37 4 года назад

He mentioned apples to oranges while I am eating a piece of apple pie. I feel useless now. LoL

@villageengineer101 4 года назад

You are in the wrong group.

@bekabeka71 3 года назад

😂🤣😅😅

@9707tim 5 лет назад

11:30 that handshake was more solid than concrete or blocks

@arielzavala5560 4 года назад

You could build a double level parking lot on top of it

@FirstLast-gk6lg 3 года назад

Quality

@Bigbrunibelow 3 года назад

Lmao I had to go back and watch...at first I was like he’s kinda just hanging it out there in the wind and then my man wit the epic hat came in strong wit the power shake

@Anankin12 2 года назад

Spotted the 55 year old

@curtwhite876 5 лет назад

I cannot believe how amazing this series is, and we are still on the foundation. So thorough. Trade offs, pros and cons, additional considerations, and there was even time to talk about the batch plant. I can't imagine a more thorough presentation...

@misternormL 5 лет назад

AAAND Next up on Essential Craftsman! Watching this TREE in real time grow and be converted into shovels and other tools making this lean-to another work of art! ^^

@gregyates8164 3 года назад

@@misternormL .

@michelecardijian9488 5 лет назад

you should really look into doing an audio book or some such...watched the video and then was calmed to the edge of sleep...keep up the great work

@10mmfan 5 лет назад

Michele Cardijian yes an audio book or a video series is something he really needs to do. We don’t live on this earth forever and to lose his knowledge would be a sin.

@koithquiroz4772 5 лет назад

Does Scott do a podcast of any sort? If not that would be amazing!

@fadetounforgiven 5 лет назад

Indeed, this channel should not be sponsored by Audiobooks, but Audiobooks should hire Scott :D

@joeschlotthauer840 5 лет назад

This series has been with me through all of my cancer doctors, treatments, checks, visits....

@ldgrmp 5 лет назад

@@joeschlotthauer840 Same here Joe. Wish you the best.

@susanbarbier5053 5 лет назад

11:30 Learn to shake hands like THAT kids.

@cheshstyles 5 лет назад

Real old timey

@patrciaclemons8183 3 года назад

Real or old? Old ways are good right?

@guyxmas7519 3 года назад

Old ways is always the best way ! Applies to everything but one thing. .. going to the dentist lol

@erikhoffer7365 5 лет назад

Damn I love this channel I’m hooked me being a superintendent and building custom homes and doing remodels for 11 years it is fascinating to see another mans approach/angle/aspect just a brilliant RU-vid channel I’ll support you guys forever keep up the amazing content can’t wait for the next stage FRAMING plate and detail baby lets go

@bob_frazier 5 лет назад

A note to future subs on this house: be forewarned, 500,000 subscribers will expect your work to not be just good but damned near perfect, and more will follow for decades.

@watchthe1369 5 лет назад

If you are a sub on this, make it perfect and you will get business for years to come as well. Killer word of mouth goes a very long way.

@tommyg1443 5 лет назад

Was thinking the exact same thing..talk about a make or break job

@M1ke10191 3 года назад

Edit: close to 1 million subscribers

@Larrybird1980 3 года назад

@@M1ke10191 Edit: 1.03 million subscribers

@ElJeffe40 Год назад

@@Larrybird1980 1.22M as of today, myself included.

@robertbauters 5 лет назад

Loving how often you guys are putting out videos recently 👍👍

@brawldawg8729 5 лет назад

Good video, as always, and complete with some time hosing down the grandson. Gotta love it. I truly appreciate all of your family and their contributions to this channel, and thus, the human race. While 97% of your videos use construction as the outward focal point, it really is serving the dual purpose of being the vehicle for life lessons. Thank you, Sir. Thank you, from all of us.

@edwardperez4266 5 лет назад

You make me want to be a better dad May God bless you and your family

@matambale 5 лет назад

"..and my back didn't hurt.." = real $

@tyvanvleet 5 лет назад

The coolest part about all of this is how you all are getting so many people so excited to learn and grow as individuals, including myself. Thanks for all you guys are doing and I’m of the opinion that you have one of the most respectful and well rounded fan bases here on RU-vid. You all rock!

@robertabbott8541 9 месяцев назад

Your mud is a little dry. Concrete block is not nearly as strong in lateral pressure.

@pattoohill5307 5 лет назад

meatloaf always said. 2 out 3 ain't bad

@jeffbenson6102 5 лет назад

I remember how the stress level went through the roof the moment I could hear the cement truck aproaching a block or two away, wondering if everything was really ready and wondering what unforseen dilema was going to happen during the pour.

@psidvicious 5 лет назад

...and no matter how long you’ve done it, (30yrs in my case) there is still always a certain amount of anxiety on pour day. I guess it’s bcz you’re dealing with a relatively expensive and perishable product that waits for no one. 🤜🤛

@seanriopel3132 5 лет назад

@@psidvicious I stuck with framing. A lot of respect for you guys who pour foundations and do a quality job. That's where the house starts. You need a good solid foundation for everything. But the a$$holes who don't know how to square a building... Plus I love when they tack a 45 bevel as their level line. It makes A nice finish on the inside and it usually makes a nice straight edge instead of trying to follow a chalk line they snap on the inside of the form.

@psidvicious 5 лет назад

@ sean riopel - Right. It is amazing how a little pcs of chamfer strip can ‘dress up’ the edges in concrete work. It’s actually a lot more functional than most people think, as it prevents large chunks from chipping off the edges. And you’re also right that you can’t pay too much attention to keeping things square. I also started my const. career in framing and was always thankful for that. There’s nothing better than framing for shaping the way you think about all the important factors in construction - plumb, level, square, straight and true. 🤜🤛

@tommyg1443 5 лет назад

😂😂😂..it gets real when you hear that truck 👍

@mitchjohnson4714 3 года назад

It sounds terrifying. And I'm imagining building a house. I can't imagine building a dam or a skyscraper. Maybe that's actually less stressful because you've got the money to check everything a thousand times and you have absolutely all the equipment necessary.

@stamrly418 5 лет назад

You are not forcing one method or another. You are explaining the differences and the reasons why . Why is the most important . A is better than B only in one set of circumstances. Brick, block, solid the best is ..... Where you are , what you are doing and what it must do. Local advice is always a very good starting point. All round the world there will be chips of the EC block. The problem is finding them. Most don’t have a channel to give out the help....once found it is a asset to cherish and build upon. Keep on going fella these are worth there weight in ..... brick, block, solid, or gold.Amacf

@zr2trackerjoe 5 лет назад

Your videos are like sitting down with an older guy at my church, him telling me about whatever trade he was involved in, showing me and some other guys how to do whatever task it is...great videos. Who needs tv when this content is available

@ChrisSmith105 5 лет назад

I love the part where you were spraying your grandson. It brought back some good memories and is a reminder of what to strive for in the future.

@garybower1824 5 лет назад

Great memories indeed. Spraying off my three kids after they were playing in the mud. They are all in their twenties now and probably wouldn't let me do that anymore.

@10mmfan 5 лет назад

Never mess with an old mason. They may not have bulging muscles but those arms are like steel.

@bonanzatime 5 лет назад

Especially don't mess with them when they have a trowel in their hand. Whether they admit it or not, every mason wants an excuse to kill somebody with their trowel.. just sayin ...just like all carpenters want to kill somebody with their hammers. it's only natural.

@berryreading4809 5 лет назад

Trick question! There are no old masons!

@michaelperry1370 5 лет назад

@@berryreading4809 not here. There is only old Mason's. I'm 30 and my boss is 35 and we're the youngest by many years

@mpj-nc6wq 5 лет назад

They are all looking for laborers to kill

@dylanmounsey7515 5 лет назад

bonanzatime I just died laughing

@Christian-Rankin 5 лет назад

Another valuable lesson from Professor Wadsworth! Always excited to learn something new!

@markwelch1836 5 лет назад

I think adding ICF into the discussion would have helped.

@micahasher7600 3 года назад

Meh

@marks9949 5 лет назад

In my neighborhood there's a house where the mason (whoever he was) didn't scrape the excess mortar when he laid brick on top of brick. It looks so dumb. That's my contribution to the video.

@fuzzytincan 5 лет назад

Some people request it like that. I have seen contractors sell it as a rustic look. Saves them a little labor, but not recommended. Doesn't shed water well and can act like a sponge drawing water into the mortar allowing freeze thaw/moisture ingress problems. Smooth joint densifies the surface of the mortar best.

@NickRgibbs 5 лет назад

@@fuzzytincan I've seen it as well. Unfortunately some houses here are classified as historic. So even though that old brick with the sloppy look to the mortar has failed they have no choice but to replace it with matching materials. Makes me feel bad that they still spend the required money for the job but dont have a choice.

@tysleight 5 лет назад

That's like getting mad at the painter for painting the house an ugly color.

@brawldawg8729 5 лет назад

@@fuzzytincan I, too, have seen this. Ridiculous.

@bonanzatime 5 лет назад

it's called an 'ooze joint'.

@mypassionrc-studioxd40lous66 3 года назад

Say does anyone know if in Arizona being that we're dry and rarely get rain do I need to fill the block wall with poured concrete I've seen people fill it completely and some people fill just sections. I'm building on a poured slab with footers but all above ground. Does anyone know if there's a savings. Between the solid concrete wall and a block wall with partially filled concrete. It just seems to me the if you're going to fill a block wall with concrete then you might as well make it all concrete wall I don't know I'm early in the building and planning stage. Please help🤔🤔🤔

@lydiaanderson6785 3 года назад

@Hello how are you doing?

@jimidawalt3081 5 лет назад

I clicked on this so fast. Thanks for the content as always essential craftsman team!

@pmgodfrey 5 лет назад

I haven't gotten into this area yet. I own many rental properties, but have yet to do significant concrete work. Though I think it's something to know about regardless. My son, who will eventually take over the business one day thinks he'll just hire everything out. Okay, that's fine, he'll be able to afford that then -- but if you don't know what you're getting, you can be taken for a ride or given shoddy work. I think it's important to understand all aspects of building and remodeling so you know what you're up against. Thanks for all the videos. :)

@henri6595 3 года назад

Profits become zero if you contract everything out, atleast where I live.

@WABoothPlumbing 3 года назад

Concrete all the way! I hate block walls. Almost Every single house I go in with block walls have water and mold issues. Concrete hardly any issues

@manuellopez504 3 месяца назад

Hello Sir with all respect to you but I would wish to have a grandfather like you with all that knowledge and experience!!! Your kids and grandkids should be very proud of you 👏

@robsdeviceunknown 5 лет назад

Right out of High School I worked building Apartments. My first job was day in and day out hauling 4x8 3/4" concrete soaked plywood out of a truck and connect them all with these aluminum things ( I forget). It was one of the hardest jobs i ever had (stacking pallets was THE hardest). I did it for months and got trained to be a framer. Hated that so asked to be retrained as a finish carpenter. THAT was what I liked. But ultimately I am just not good at any of it even though I love doing it.

@scruffy6151 5 лет назад

Always good information. The debate between block and poured walks is never ending.

@lydiaanderson6785 3 года назад

@Hello Scruffy how are you doing?

@scruffy6151 3 года назад

@@lydiaanderson6785 doing good.

@lydiaanderson6785 3 года назад

@@scruffy6151 Good that nice to know. Hope we get to know each other with time and patience if you don't mind?

@randyughlee1750 5 лет назад

I'm a concrete guy and have poured thousands of feet of walls you would have never poured them stem walls in 3 days with Simons forms!!

@riverrat1149 5 лет назад

@suspicionofdeceit In my experience it would be a week from forming, rebar, inspection, and pour.Probably longer here in my area because the inspectors are a week out.

@randyughlee1750 5 лет назад

@suspicionofdeceit if you had enough forms to pour it all at one time probably a week. If you had to strip clean and reuse to do a second pour you're looking at maybe another week

@Gterr1971 5 лет назад

We use advance forms. Agreed .with rebar congestion, this would be a bit longer.but, depends on your crew.

@shadownight53 5 лет назад

I've poured walls using those forms. We've done walls in 3 days(poured and stripped) it's back breaking but its possible. Also depends if you get your inspection passed right then.

@juligrlee556 5 лет назад

Low volume general contractors still have problems finding top quality sub craftsmen/women who work collaboratively, cooperatively and are easy to coordinate with other crafts. You could do a few sessions on this subject.

@dallasgombash5381 5 лет назад

The real answer... "It's what my daddy always used...."

@RalphGrey-bc8kt 5 лет назад

Your form of explaining is awesome. Wise man.🙏

@germanjesus 5 лет назад

This is a really good video but ICF foundations are the best there are. People complain about the cost but do the math and it’s actually cheaper by a lot. Keep up the good informative videos.

@MrElliotholman 5 лет назад

I wish I could support your undertakings financially but I’m about as poor as I’ve ever been. Just starting out on construction and watch hours of your content on a daily basis. Easily the best learning resource I have right now. Please don’t think I take it for granted, thanks for the content!

@dpeagles 5 лет назад

When I watch your videos I am reminded of just how complex the construction trade is. I'm a HVAC contractor and a Helicopter Pilot. I can say that doing HVAC installation well requires much more knowledge and skill than being a pilot. And as I look back on myself 20 years ago I realize how much I did not know. Of course we can all probably say that.

@dpeagles 5 лет назад

@Semper Fi Flown IFR in the Gulf of Mexico. Settle down. To be the owner, the duct designer, the load calculations and design criteria. You just see duct hanging. There is infinitely more to it than meets the eye. Keep telling yourself only a genius can fly. Well I have met plenty of non-genius pilots.

@waynecostanza2280 5 лет назад

I wonder what the stats are for deaths due to botched hvac vs botched heli flight, lots of way for gas, oil and combustion to cause problems....

@TylerCox. 5 лет назад

Listen here you country backwoods hick of an old man, I love your videos ♥️

@stankahuna5271 3 года назад

have no idea how I cam across this and as an electrician its mostly all greek to me but it was some how soothing listening to some one giving me a straight bill of goods and just being good old fashioned honest... You keep up the good work..

@andrewalexander9492 5 лет назад

What caused you to decide to extend your retaining wall?

@MandoFettOG 5 лет назад

Second this!

@Ren505nm 4 года назад

Can the walls be made to be bullet proof in a defense wall . lower walls pored with gravel concert mix mid way though the walls to cover behind?

@WestCoastWheelman 5 лет назад

If you really want to be technically correct, laying block goes back tens of tousands of years, not hundreds.

@spencerphilippinedream3706 5 лет назад

"find a pro in my area"...bummer, i AM the pro in my area and i have never done this before.

@nofurtherwest3474 3 года назад

Let me ask - how about this for an option - if you want to get poured concrete look, can you use block and then mortar over it (ie like stucco) to make it look like concrete?

@spencerphilippinedream3706 3 года назад

@@nofurtherwest3474 yeah, i think that would work. it might be a little bit problematic trying to get the texture out of it because it must be fairly dry to stick but fairly wet to push the sand into and get a smooth surface. im sure there is a happy middle ground that could accomplish it though.

@nofurtherwest3474 3 года назад

@@spencerphilippinedream3706 Thanks

@henri6595 3 года назад

@@nofurtherwest3474 They have been doing this in Europe forever. Took a vacation over there and and I see this construction everywhere.

@nofurtherwest3474 3 года назад

@@henri6595 Is it hard to do? Can you make video about it on your channel, then I'll watch thx

@HospitalLocksmith 5 лет назад

This is what I appreciate about this channel. Not only do you make understanding the 'how' of construction, which I need while planning my own house. But you also share the 'why' of construction which is far less well know. Thank You and keep the good work flowing.

@ProWingnut 5 лет назад

Great video! Makes me wonder if I should put together some content as I build?

@jimellis1496 5 лет назад

Even if it is only for yourself to watch later when you are done, make the videos. Not doing so is a missed opportunity that you can't get back.

@mikenormandy9250 Год назад

As an electrician apprentice In my 3rd year (of 5) I recently got to “chase the brickies” as we call it (placing boxes and building the pipe inside and up the wall), for the first time, And man, do I have a new appreciation for masons. What they do is really an art.

@glasstree1986 5 лет назад

what is your thoughts on filling the block walls with Concrete would that work ?

@jeffburtonnottheracecardriver 5 лет назад

Some folks get "set in their ways" and use just one all the time. Thanks for an impartial explanation of the decision process that should be occurring.

@richardheinen1126 5 лет назад

Since it’s just a crawl space, with a ton of different angles and corners, along with many different elevations.....blocks were the way to go in my opinion. To form that up and pour it would’ve been a pain.

@jeffostroff 5 лет назад

Would love to have seen some detailed video on the mold releases, and how they separate it from the concrete wall pour afterwards. do you have anything planned for that?

@andrewalexander9492 5 лет назад

He had some videos about making the poured retaining walls. I think there was some coverage on stripping forms and mold releases. Episodes 16-20 or so, uploaded about a year ago.

@psidvicious 5 лет назад

In the old days we used to spray the forms with diesel fuel for a form release. They have more environmentally friendly products now but the funny thing is, they still smell like diesel 🤨 🤜🤛

@The_Paya 5 лет назад

Can't wait for the next one after framing: "Wood vs Bricks" ? 'Cause, while there are well known, specific, maybe even obvious reasons for the US to build that way, I'm always intrigued why other regions/continents (like mine) stick to brick for building houses.

@ripstick2217 5 лет назад

Even newly built “brick” homes in the US are wood framed. The brick is just a facade. I wonder about your question, too.

@bobd. 5 лет назад

Time, cost, or quality...pick any two but you can't have all three. Good video Scott.

@philindeblanc 5 лет назад

Thats what one of my clients said to me over a decade ago...Quality, Speed, Price...One will suffer. Not a lot of ways around it, unless divinity strikes.

@horatiohornblower868 5 лет назад

Laying blocks or bricks is pretty much the same all over the world. My attention was caught though by the form of the trowel, which looks more or less like a rhombus. I wonder if that is always the case, or is that type of trowel only used with concrete CMU's? Anyway I've never seen such a model in Europe. Nor did I ever encounter a mason who scooped the mortar from a board.

@BrianBriCurInTheOC 5 лет назад

Jan Becaus That process of putting mud on a piece of plywood is common to the Masonary trade in The USA.

@bonanzatime 5 лет назад

Jan Becaus You never heard of a 'mortar board'? Man, what planet are you from??😅 .. just kidding, sounds like you're from Eastern Europe or something where they use weird looking trowels.😅-- in America we use two different shaped/models trowels,- the London trowel or the Philadelphia trowel.. The London trowel seems to be more popular. But I switched over to the Philadelphia, because for while the trowel manufactures started making the ferrules longer and that pissed me off, I don't know they that.. but the little bean erst liked them. They like using small trowels with long ferrules, I hate that. I like a big trowel with a standard normal ferrule.

@horatiohornblower868 5 лет назад

@@BrianBriCurInTheOC Thx Brian. That mortar board had the big advantage that it can easily travel along with the bricklayer. One drawback: it can only contain a relative small amount of mortar. So it has to be replenished more often. When there is only one mason at work, that's no big deal for the journeyman. But when two or more masons are working on the same building site, the helper has a hell of a job. In Europe masons usually put three or more hods along the wall they are building. Those hods used to be round iron tubs, but since long they are in PVC. I notice that more and more bricks and blocks are glued nowadays. The cement glue is applied with a roller. This method decreases considerably the amount of water in the walls and provides a smooth surface. I guess the use of the rhombus shaped trowel has got to do with the shape of CMU's. Those concrete blocks have small edges that take only small amounts of mortar. The shape of the trowel is clearly suited to lay precisely the right amount of mud without much dropping off. I would like to know if that kind of trowel is in general use all over the US.

@bonanzatime 5 лет назад

Jan Becaus Yes, the same trowels are used for brick and block in America. Also, I prefer using a mortar-pan than a mortar-board. A pan keeps the material and work clean. Jobs that use mortar boards gets mortar over everything, makes a mess.

@BrianBriCurInTheOC 5 лет назад

Jan Becaus Rhombus shaped trowls are typical in The USA. The larger the brick or block, the larger the trowl. I am interested in learning about the glueing blocks together. Do you have any pictures? Or web sites? My email is bricur@yahoo.com I would like to learn how it is packaged, applied, chemical compound.

@MidWestKid5000 5 лет назад

poured concrete is always better for houses

@krizo66 5 лет назад

Ok my curiosity has gotten the better of me. I need to know who is the bloke sitting on the chair smoking the pipe

@Hoaxer51 5 лет назад

krizo66, I’ll bet we haven’t seen the last of him!

@ecteam276 5 лет назад

More about him coming soon

@krizo66 5 лет назад

@@Hoaxer51 I'm intrigued, I've seen him a few times now. EC doesn't seem to be the sort of person to allow people sitting around doing nothing on his job sites

@wittttttt 4 года назад

So what's really the advantage for concrete wall? Blocks look like a no-brainer to me (I'm talking single-family house project)

@protonneutron9046 4 года назад

Strength

@alanswanson1952 3 года назад

As a bricklayer you left out alot of ecentals you can't haul in the back of your car. Scaffolding, the planking, mixer wheel barrow, and let's not forget the pettybone

@suicidaljell 5 лет назад

Only homes built probably at least 30+ years in my area have block foundations anything newer is poured concrete

@GuizhongLin88 5 лет назад

Fast Good Cheap Pick 2

@Jys71208 5 лет назад

Scott your Old school Pure gentleman With bags of talent Lots of love From east london You remind me of my father who was a Foreman in the city of London for twenty years in the 1970s and eighties Speed and skill For

@percival23 5 лет назад

wow ...I have never seen that split faced block before. That makes a huge difference in appearance.

@AlexAtGuilford 3 года назад

Thank you. This is very informative useful.

@63256325N 5 лет назад

I'm shocked to see dislikes in any of your videos. I appreciate all you're doing with this series. Thanks for taking the time. 👍

@seanriopel3132 5 лет назад

I get that all the time on some videos. The work, knowledge, and effort that goes into making some videos is astounding. How anyone can dislike some videos is amazing.

@SalvageWorkshop 5 лет назад

Ahh one of the great debates in the construction industry going back generations! Both have their place, and it's great to have the skills to handle both! Great video Scott & Nate!

@EJRYON47 5 лет назад

Love the split face block and vent blocks look great as well. Planning on building my shop out of split face. Great video!

@vikingsoftpaw 5 лет назад

I would have never figured that block wall could compete with formed concrete.

@billypilgrim7838 5 лет назад

Michael Medley bloc

@henri6595 3 года назад

I don't think it can compared to poured concrete. You can buy different strength PSI concrete that becomes harder with time. 8000 PSI concrete is real!

@sitdwnandhngon 5 лет назад

ICF hands down. Stacks like blocks, strong like concrete, pre-insulated.

@seanm3226 4 года назад

ICF doesn’t really stack like block. There’s an extreme amount of bracing that needs to be done prior to the pour. Which is not the case with CMU. And the cost is significantly more. That being said, ICF certainly has its place.

@sitdwnandhngon 4 года назад

I've done a lot of both. ICF would get my vote every time for something I had to live in. They are also much easier to build, block can beat you up pretty quick, especially once you get on the scaffold.

@Jookyforever 5 лет назад

All excellent points and content. One thing is always true is that concrete is stronger than block every time (with equal reinforcement and such).

@GameVilleofficialpage 5 лет назад

John-Jozef Proczka in general, yes. Most times blocks are left hollow, leaving them less strong than a regular pour. However, you can get very similar strength if you fill them entirely, using good rebar placement as well. It’s still not the same as one solid pour but it can be pretty close.

@psidvicious 5 лет назад

Well if it’s strength you’re after, why not just build it out of solid steel? You’re missing the point a bit. The poured block foundation (with monolithic, reinforced bond beams) is over and above as strong as it would ever need to be for this particular application. It was the cost efficient solution. 🤜🤛

@Jookyforever 5 лет назад

@@psidvicious I'm not missing that point. I said all his points were excellent and I don't disagree this application is plenty strong. I'm attempting to hit on one solid difference of materials regardless of application.

@edwardlansdowne291 5 лет назад

For me,this was the perfect video. It imparted an enormous load of information without making me feel overwhelmed,it gave solid advice without seeming preachy and I felt far more informed at the end of the vid' than than I did at the start.Some videos on utube leave me feeling stupider at the end than when I started watching. So all up,great video,really useful info,presented in really relaxed style that makes it obvious the presenter is completely aquainted with the subject matter. Aspiring makers of "how to"videos on Utube using this as a template,couldn't go wrong.nuff said.

@fromtheburbstothetetons8826 5 лет назад

I am learning so much from your videos. ICFs don't have many of the problems you talked about using forms for pouring concrete as part of a foundation. They are lightweight, easy to put together, a minimal amount of rebar tieing, and you need 1/3 of the crew you used to complete it in the same amount of time. And you don't have to insulate it as you will likely be doing to the block to meet the newer codes. Which version of the code are you building to in that county? IBC 2015 or 2018? Other?

@MarkLK22 5 лет назад

Essential Craftsman makes another episode that kills it.

@44musher 5 лет назад

Back in the day the forms became our subfloor and the hammer drove the nail, if only the body could keep pace with the mind.... Keep it up, but don't let all the secrets out the young bucks need to earn it.

@badlandskid 5 лет назад

I’m a monolithic type guy myself. 😉

@tubeonline629 5 лет назад

That's the strongest I do believe.

@adityabayu7646 3 года назад

tbh i prefer concrete column over these block.

@breadgarlichouse2265 3 года назад

What do you think about Q-Con blocks?

@rightlanehog3151 5 лет назад

Scott, You masterfully let the suspense build and then answered the question we were all asking. Hitchcock himself would be jealous of your technique.

@VideoNOLA 4 года назад

The extreme soil subsidence issues here in New Orleans make me cringe whenever I see people raising homes (in response to flooding concerns) and then closing in the underside with concrete block. Settlement leads inexorably to cracks and water intrusion. Thank goodness our code now requires a continuous chainwall be poured underneath, but that was not always the case.

@mattwernecke2342 5 месяцев назад

Block has to be a lot cheaper to build with.

@richardguevara787 4 месяца назад

Block is very forgiving and doesn't require the same manpower in such a short period of time. Block can be stockpiled over time and then get built all at once when the builder is ready.

@mattwernecke2342 4 месяца назад

@richardguevara787 That makes sense. I'll be building my home by myself. I don't think a truck can get to my place. Thank you!

@richardguevara787 4 месяца назад

@mattwernecke2342 Not sure what it's like in your jurisdiction, but you may want to look up "grout prism samples". Apparently, there is a requirement that you have to take samples of your grout in specific shapes to send to a lab for strength verification during your build. Also, check out what they call "Young's modulus" or "modulus of elasticity."" It has to do with the stength calculation of a net area of block and mortar. It's pretty fascinating. The more you learn about CMU, the more you find out you don't know after thinking you know everything. I love this stuff. Good luck with your build.

@knittwitt 3 года назад

It isn't about speed , I am a mason by trade i stay on bond, lay them level, and 95 percent of the time 1 on top of 2. When you have a guy who has mastered there trade they will be good , some guys build leads some guys are just wall guys. And then you have guys who are trench guys, trench guys work gets back filled and no one will ever see it . A guy new in the trade might throw 50 to 75 in a day , journeyman 250 to 500, union, non union 500 to 750 average, brick 1000 to 2000 a day,

@henri6595 3 года назад

How high can you build a traditional red brick house wall per a day? I would like to build a custom designed house one day.

@knittwitt 3 года назад

@@henri6595 true masonry or a wood framed house? start there, sure you can throw a veneer on but you need to take in all the factors! weight being the most important one , 10000 brick can run around 44000 pounds no mortar. your brick ledge has to be able to hold the weight, engineer , architect , print

@bradcavanagh3092 5 лет назад

Have you ever worked with insulating concrete forms? (ICFs) I'm guessing they'd fall somewhere between forms and blockwork - lightweight and fast to assemble, but more expensive to buy.

@BrianBriCurInTheOC 5 лет назад

Brad Cavanagh If you properly seal them and drain water away from them, ICFs pay for their purchase price in the long run. But too many try to cut corner, do the job on the cheap and give the process a bad name! I’ve seen one ICF System that I think is the best which uses a heavy sheet metal angle bracket screwed into the Footing which hold the ICF Form in at the bottom and uses metal brackets holding the fold together and in turn strengths the walls also, I’ve only seen one company using that model and I did not write the name down.

@KnightsWithoutATable 5 лет назад

This series has really highlighted that before you even raise a wall on a building, getting the site prepared correctly is essential to the longevity and the ease of construction of the structure.

@joemc111 Год назад

73 here and still like to do a little Electrical work. A friend of mine is 83 and still dose a little plumbing work. Work as long as you want. Always enjoy watching your shows.

@countrycraftsman5110 5 лет назад

Batting a 1000. Well done team.

@alexandercove1194 3 года назад

Thank you for this useful information. Could you suggest the best way to insulate the inside voids of each block using a material that isn't man made...soil maybe?

@josephdestaubin7426 5 лет назад

Given the weight of soil and mud, when it gets wet during a rainy Oregon month, I suspect that hill needed the "cadillac solution" that you used.

@pamelah6431 4 года назад

The hill is solid rock. Oregon rain isn't generally a torrent, besides.

@davidparker2173 2 дня назад

Nothing looks better than a black painted concrete foundation up from the ground 30 to 36" inches. But architectural concrete brick on the topside can look real good if done right. Voila

@Viltrakisdesignbuild 5 лет назад

You’re the man! I’ve been watching your videos for a little over a year now and now that I’m doing a big retaining wall at my home I’ve been going back to all of your retaining wall related videos to make sure I’m not doing anything you’ve made clear not to do! As well as being inspired to take the time to add whatever details I want to end up with a stronger longer lasting and better looking finished product. Thanks for all you do I always look forward to learning something every time you release a new video. Cheers from Humboldt County just to your south!

@BrotherBloat 5 лет назад

Always great to hear your reasoning and see your approach! Superb channel, great and informative video!

@MandoFettOG 5 лет назад

YES! the reasoning is the most valuable part. Knowing I should do something but not why leads to poor results from a poor understanding of the relationship between what you are doing and the rest of your project :)

@heitorlima7498 5 лет назад

Is it blue highway playing as background music?

@fessit 5 лет назад

Wonderful presentation! Thanks!

@charleypearson2314 5 лет назад

Very interesting video great explanation. I had to make this decision once, for our current house. Chose poured because Real Estate agents spoke highly of it. That it could be a selling point in the future. Also a local guy came highly recommended. Something strange happened though, all four window openings developed a crack all the way down to the footer. Contractor came back and sealed inside and out, but I think my premium basement took a hit.

@TrevorRchannel 5 лет назад

I learn so much watching your videos!! Can you please do a video on footing depth, soil types etc for a block wall?

@sarkisiangeorge 5 лет назад

Isn't it interesting that Scott has separate videos on the best work books, the best work pants, the best suspenders, the best work gloves, the best framing hammer, the best tool belt, etc. yet Nate doesn't use any of these. Like all sons and fathers, the sons always think they are smarter than their fathers until the day comes when a light goes off in the son's head that says "My dad was awful smart. I wish I listened to him when I was younger. Why was I such a smart ass when I was younger?"

@ronaldkearn3322 5 лет назад

One of my uncle's had a pour concrete form company. He used 3 foot panels plus 2 footers and "Key" panels for tight corners. My late twin and I worked for him on holidays and summertime.3 foot wet panels way a ton. We were fifteen. Can't believe I am still alive. Later on in my ecavation career I worked for a mason contractor. 9 % of all of our work was Block with poured concrete footings. I'm talking 150 feet long and 30 feet tall. I think blockk is the way to go. If I was going to build a new home the foundation would be block. Especially in a earth quake prone area. The block "gives" , poured walls make for a drastic situation. Yes agree that block is the way to go. No real difference in price.Our company performed the maonry on a 5 million dollar house back in the early 80's and used antique colonial brick above the dirt line. Vdery impressive looking. Great vid. :-)

@kevinhornbuckle 5 лет назад

The foundation looks great. That crew did a good job.

@ArthurDentZaphodBeeb 5 лет назад

Only if you don't know what you're looking at. In reality, it was a 'good enough' wall.

@kevinhornbuckle 5 лет назад

Then let me try this on you: I'm looking at an attractive foundation which, by all reasonable indicators, will hold up that house for 100 years or more with no performance problems. And it was done at a reasonable price.

@ArthurDentZaphodBeeb 5 лет назад

@@kevinhornbuckle Even EC said he got a good price and it was done fast. "2 out of 3 is just fine" What he left out was quality...

@kevinhornbuckle 5 лет назад

ArthurDentZaphodBeeb You know more about the trade than I do. Keeping high standards is important.

@psidvicious 5 лет назад

But you have to remember that almost everything visible at this point will be invisible after it is backfilled with the exception of most of the split-faced block. The quality of the rest of the block work will in no way jeopardize the integrity of the structure. Guaranteed. 🤜🤛

@simplemanduke7128 5 лет назад

Dumb question what's a "darby" you mentioned them in needed things for concrete. Is it a rebar spacer with tie wire in them,?. In California we call them Dobys just a question from another tradesman. Thank you for your efforts in making these great videos.

@Tractor_101 5 лет назад

In Ohio we call them bull floats but have also heard some people call them darbys as well used for smoothing out the wet concrete after it has been screaded out.

@Trek4Truth 5 лет назад

in my area of Ca we refer darby as a very long hand float and a bull float would be 6-8 inch x 3 Ft. plus float with a pole.

@Huskyresqr 5 лет назад

I would LOVE to know who the fellow is in some of your videos that is always sitting on a chair watching the party.....

@samv2783 5 лет назад

Thanks for the great videos. I've been in residential construction for over 30 years and still can't get enough of them. I've seen good work and I've seen bad work in my time and I know that sometimes what looks perfect isn't, and sometimes what doesn't look perfect is still good. Unfortunately, there will always be those who criticize other's work, whether it's warranted or not. While some might actually know what they're talking about and mean well, others (especially in front of a keyboard) just never have anything good to say but still have the need to say something.

@michaelstiller2282 5 лет назад

I gotta say something.

@matthewrivera5484 5 лет назад

Not only are the videos great and informative. But I could listen to you talk about anything for hours on end. I love the little snipits of the grandkids mixed in. Truly a wonderful experience watching your videos.

@terrancecoard388 5 лет назад

I spend more time on political stuff and still have to get back to your blacksmithing videos but I subscribed the first time I saw you. Your the guy I want to show up at my house when I need help. Stay safe!