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The Dusty Builder
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Registrace 7. 04. 2022
Join me while I fix and build whatever comes my way. My goal is for my videos and articles at dustybuilder.com to inspire others to do the same.
I would like the Dusty Builder channel to be a resource and inspiration for other Do it Yourselfers.
I would like the Dusty Builder channel to be a resource and inspiration for other Do it Yourselfers.
How I Built a Small House
I built a house that's not too big, not too tiny, but juuuust right! This was my first home build and I learned a lot of lessons that I would like to share with you. I will talk about the process and how much something like this costs. In my opinion, with the housing market being such a nightmare, maybe more people should consider this option!
Affiliate Links to books that helped me tremendously:
Musings of an Energy Nerd: amzn.to/3VNUL9L. The author does a great job explaining why a simple house plan and common sense details can lead to a wonderfully comfortable home.
The Visual Handbook of Building and Remodeling: amzn.to/3zkOwkU. What can I say, I like picture books. Curious about the why and how of building? It doesn't get any better than this banger!
If purchased I receive a small commission.
Affiliate Links to books that helped me tremendously:
Musings of an Energy Nerd: amzn.to/3VNUL9L. The author does a great job explaining why a simple house plan and common sense details can lead to a wonderfully comfortable home.
The Visual Handbook of Building and Remodeling: amzn.to/3zkOwkU. What can I say, I like picture books. Curious about the why and how of building? It doesn't get any better than this banger!
If purchased I receive a small commission.
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How to Build a Covered Patio / DIY Concrete Patio Roof
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Step by step, how we build an awesome covered patio for a man-cave garage! We are not carpenters, but we are handy. If this describes you, then a project like this should be in your wheelhouse! Affiliate Links for helpful products used: Laser level: amzn.to/3WgZem7 Chalk line: amzn.to/44tBeOM 6 foot level: amzn.to/3xThLuq If purchased, I receive a small commission.
Garden Rehab for Under $100 / Cheap Raised Garden Bed
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Does your garden need a little love? So did mine. In this video, I will show you how I transformed my garden for under $100 by using materials that I found / made. A beautiful garden doesn't have to break the bank, I'll show you how. This book is my gardening bible, solid read full of useful information. amzn.to/3JHSTIR As an affiliate, I receive a small commission if you purchase.
Absolute Must Have Tips for Building a Deck Next to an Above Ground Pool
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Absolute Must Have Tips for Building a Deck Next to an Above Ground Pool
DIY Exposed Aggregate Patio Time Lapse / How to Pour a Concrete Patio
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DIY Exposed Aggregate Patio Time Lapse / How to Pour a Concrete Patio
Beautiful Patio Steps From Leftover Concrete
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Beautiful Patio Steps From Leftover Concrete
How to Install a Heat Pump Water Heater / Water Heater Installation
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How to Install a Heat Pump Water Heater / Water Heater Installation
How I Safely Removed This Dangerous Tree
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How I Safely Removed This Dangerous Tree
Step by Step, How to Repair Roof Shingles Like a Pro!
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Step by Step, How to Repair Roof Shingles Like a Pro!
How to Winterize an Above Ground Pool with a Center Drain
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How to Winterize an Above Ground Pool with a Center Drain
Small Concrete Project, Perfect for a Beginner!
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Small Concrete Project, Perfect for a Beginner!
Secret Carpet Cleaning Tip That I Learned From a Pro!
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Secret Carpet Cleaning Tip That I Learned From a Pro!
Replacing a Rotted Lally Column in the Basement of a 100 Year Old Rental Property
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Replacing a Rotted Lally Column in the Basement of a 100 Year Old Rental Property
Install a Dryer Vent in a Tight Space / Dryer Vent Options That Won't Burn Your House Down
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Install a Dryer Vent in a Tight Space / Dryer Vent Options That Won't Burn Your House Down
Step-by-Step Guide: Building Sturdy Folding Sawhorses for Your Woodworking Projects
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Step-by-Step Guide: Building Sturdy Folding Sawhorses for Your Woodworking Projects
The Two Dollar Circular Saw Guide Upgrade!
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The Two Dollar Circular Saw Guide Upgrade!
How to Properly Install an Exterior GFCI Outlet
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How to Properly Install an Exterior GFCI Outlet
The Perfect First Exposed Aggregate Concrete Project!
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The Perfect First Exposed Aggregate Concrete Project!
How to Build a Code Approved Deck next to an Above Ground Pool
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How to Build a Code Approved Deck next to an Above Ground Pool
Why did you hammer that bolt?
@@calviniturralde9995 it’s an anchor bolt, you tap it in the hole, then tighten the nut and it expands, securing itself into the concrete
@@thedustybuildersome people Just don’t know
Was struggling with attaching the box to siding. Love what you did with the pvc piece. Thanks!
@@allen35315 Mounting blocks are the best, you’re welcome!
I thought I saw 120v units or am I going crazy?
@@Methodical2 no, she’s 220. 10 gauge with a 30 amp breaker. Apparently they do make 120volt heat pump water heaters these days.
No need for any beam if there's no Load bearing. Waist of money and time
@@randyfehl6920 agreed! But in this case the wall used to be an exterior gable wall….. so it does bear some load
We don't have to support the ceiling because the trusses are parallel to the beam 😂😂😂😂😂then why use a beam 😂😂😂😂😂
@@Trumptrain666 because it was an exterior wall before it was added onto, it supports the gable, it still bears load
So why spend the money on a laminate beam? No structural opening, just holding up the ceiling drywall doesn’t need much support.
@@samsonhorvath3614 at one time it was a gable end wall, the foundation is under it so it is bearing some load. He wanted the look of a smaller beam vs a 2x12. Good question
Nice video
@@nicholasjames1158 Thanks man!
Looks sharp. Thanks for sharing your experience and knowledge.
@@CTuna-uo3pq Hey, thanks!
excellent!! that is super helpful!
@@finehowareyou hey, thanks!!
Baby trees sounds way better than baby saplings.. I actually have a rhyme for it, Baby trees if you please Tome kruk is on his knees serving me. He’s a troll dawg got like subscribers 3, keyboard warrior in his mom’s basement geez… he’d be better off takin a sawed off in his mouth and squeeze…
what size is your deck?
14 wide, 12 deep....I wouldn't go much smaller
Baby trees?
Saplings didn’t sound as good
Nice work. Thanks for sharing. Quick question on the footing, instead of filling up with dirt could you just fill up with cement as well, I assume even more strong ?
Concrete around the post will rot the wood faster…… it traps moisture. A better option is to backfill with clean gravel.If you are an overachiever, you could fill the hole up with concrete instead.
I would of broom the other way but whatever floats your boat
lol, i normally broom butterfly patterns into it as well, I was tired
@@thedustybuilder you did a good job 👍🎉
@@emmelsmusic79 Thanks!!
Amazing video dude. Love the house!
Thanks brother!!
What would a job like this cost to have someone do?
I have to imagine 1000-1500 a post, more if you have to replace the footing too
Great video! Super informative. Building a house for your mom has got to be the sweetest thing I’ve ever heard of. Keep up the good work!
Ricky!! Thanks buddy
This is really cool, I hope to buold my own home some day (I dont have experience building or any constructions friends, but I hope to gain at least the friends in the coming years before I build), I'm proud of you!
I hope you get a chance to do it!!
Love this video!!
Thank you!!!!
Very informative! So appreciate you making this video!
Thank you Miss Katherine!!
Thanks for the prior reply Tom. Your video is super helpful and I love the style that lips over the pool instead of under the caps. One more question…. I am digging my holes out Monday. How close did you dig you holes out to the pool? I’m using 6x6 post I believe like you did. I’m going to do the 4” concrete pad like you did. Dig my hole to 12 inch diameter and I was going to have the edge of the diameter 12” from my pools metal wall.
The joists can cantilever past the beam one quarter of their length….. I think my mine were 2 ft away. If yours are only 1 ft away you should be fine……. But it might be tight trying to reach up and sneak a cover over the rail……18 inches would be better if you could manage 😬
Everything else is spot on, good luck!
Thank you. I’ll consider 18 inches now. Appreciate your help!
@@mattparker4139 you bet!
To clarify. Your 6x6 was 2 feet away from pool wall or 2 feet away OC for the 6x6 post. My township is saying for a 6x6 post I need to dig 3x the post size. 18 inches round. Not just 12? I am going to move my post to 18 inches back from the closest edge of post to pool wall. That sound about right?
Buikding a deck in crocs is the only way to build a deck 😂. Nice job man
Agreed!! Slow and steady 😬
I like how you cut the 6x6 out in the back to support your 2x10 joist where the 2x10s move towards the deck. In the front by the pool, how did you secure those 2 x10s that are resting in the support beam by the pool area where the 2x4s are sister joist for the over hang? Or is the weight of the platform enough?
You used to be able to ‘toe nail’ the joists to the beam. That’s honestly probably fine. But Now a metal connector is required. I used ‘hurricane ties’
Your hound is a cutie....good vid
Thanks!!
Awesome man! Thanks for confirming the materials n build. Had some doubts but putting one on my kids play set
Cool, get them doing pull ups early!!!
Well done gentlemen!
Why thank you Miss Pisa!
Heck with that outlet, He wants to play ball😂
All day!
Hi mate, nice work.. what size of stone do you use in concrete. cheers 👍
Hey, thanks for the kind words! It’s just pea gravel , probably 1/4 inch stones if that
@@thedustybuilder Thank you for your comment. I love the way you explain. I live in Croatia and it is very difficult to find such a small size of stone.
@@danielk7688 Thank you again! It probably doesn’t matter the size then, just as long as the stone is round. Bigger stone will have more texture, but might look cool
Adjusted for inflation, the tickets would have been about $14.10 and $15.50 Pretty steep for a movie, IMO.
Good point! Maybe the popcorn was cheaper
Some guy at the shop was in fact not a welder but he HAD seen his great grandfather weld a rake back to the shaft that the wooden handle sits in.
lol, indeed. He was a big guy, I just smiled and said thank you!!
Did you replace the newspaper ???
Hahaha, nah. We take good care of the place
Looks like my grandparents house. 110 Moore Ave Daytona beach Florida?
How crazy would that be? Nope, we are in Michigan
*Lolly
Tomato Potato
I cought that too
Why would you bolt it to the floor it is not going any place
Agreed…..it’s for the inspector
Good idea and love the modification! Surprises me to but good to know
Rental inspectors love to find this!
Awesome 👏 💪❤
Thanks man!
Awesome
Hey thanks buddy!
You look great!
lol.
I use a steel jack post with the bottle jack, the wood will flex under heavy load
I hear you, but this load was not heavy enough for the wood to flex, plus I'd rather take a 2x4 to the head vs a hunk of steel if something went wrong!!
I would strongly recommend to use a thick metal plate on top of the bottle jack as it could split the wood end grain lol, need something to spread the load
That is a great idea, thanks!!
I have a islander pool from Secard pools that comes out 18 inches of the ground on wood frame. I want to do a concrete deck, will the wooden frame be strong enough to hold the concrete
Hello, that sounds like a cool option, but concrete is sooo heavy, you would need some kind of beefed up wood frame to support that!!!
I would like to use the periscope one off to the side, through an adjacent wall and end right there in the back hallway. Short trip, easier to clean. Our dryer is electric, no gas in this subdivision. The current dryer vent goes UP, not out, 15 feet to the roof. I think this is a fire waiting to happen, even with annual duct cleaning for $125.
Hmmm, when you say end in the hallway......I'm assuming it's going to vent outside. That could probably work, it might get tricky if you need to use a 90 at some point. I agree though, I wouldn't want my dryer venting onto the roof for several reasons!!
Nice work!
Thanks!
Hey, nice tools... Except for the Miter saw.
Hey thanks…..That saw is a goody though!
@@thedustybuilder I get it, I don't blame you. Milwaukee can be pretty expensive.
Oil base paint Ooooooo Several coats of paint wowwww Chances are your doing 2 coats of paints
Two of oil and 3 coats of gloss. I appreciate your appreciation of quality exterior painting!
here in California, code requires that the handrail extend beyond the last step and wrap back around. That way you can continue grasping the rail when taking that last step
Yeah, well, they also cause cancer in California.
They require the same in Michigan….. kinda depends on the inspector
It’s nice. The metal option is only a few bucks more and lasts for ever.
Learning to weld is high on the list!
@@thedustybuilderthey make kits for composite handrails. It's usually an aluminum grasp rail that you just cut to size and mount with provided hardware and caps.
@@JordanWatson-gn6bn next time!
do you cut in control joints when you do exposed aggregate?
Yes, I did a few days after the pour
So annoying! Watch video and don’t waste the guys time by answering what has been answered IN DA VIDEO!!
Thanks for the ideas. It gave me the inspiration to get my dryer venting done. 👍
There is no better way to spend the weekend!
I see that you used a 15 Amp outlet. How do you know which one you need since there are 15 amp outlets and 20?
Awesome question! You can use 15 amp outlets on 20 amp circuits, it’s in the code book. The exception is you can’t use a 15 amp outlet if is the only plug on a 20 amp circuit, hope that helps