How to Fix Crumbling Concrete/Cement Steps
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- čas přidán 21. 04. 2023
- So many of you asked for a video of this once I repaired a few steps on instagram- I think this a very common problem! Here it is! Hope this helps! Like I say in the video, its very possible to just do this with a trowel and a bucket. I'll put amazon links below for items that may be helpful, if you use the affiliate links, I will receive a small commission at no additional expense to you. If you do, thank you for helping to support my channel :)
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The best part - at 9:55 - "if you mess it up, anything can be fixed." It's what makes a fearless DIY-er fearless. Thank you!
People get so nervous to try. Everything is fixable! Now, some things cost more to to fix than others- but anything can be fixed :)
omg. i cant believe all the arm chair critics 😂 the perfect amount of talking and easy to follow instructions! im going to tackle my back step this weekend. thanks!
Thank you so much for your kind comment
Your video made me decide to have my daughter help me fix ours and to give her a lesson on masonry. Love to see girls in the trades. Thanks for the great video.
That's awesome! Have fun on your project with your daughter!!
Hi Em, nice to see the workings. Too bad the music was so quiet(actually I jumped due to the loudness). Either way thnx & say Hi to Mum.@@YouCanDIYHome
If you give your daughter lessons on masonry based on this video you will regret it. This is a poor attempt and should be titled "How NOT To Fix Steps". You can see the poor work(wo)manship on the first 2 steps.
Ditto 4 the other people's vids; I just plain like Her though.@@CB-xr1eg
Please note she was doing this with it coldish out, if you use this product on a hot day you will have to work faster. It sets up very fast when hot out, however they have additives that make the product slower to set and also one to allow it to flow more easily. with those additives this can used with molds to make very strong garden orniments such as lions etc.
Yes! It was definitely still cold (note the snow in the background) We were at the minimum temperature recommended for use on this product.
The overnight rwmp is what matters. ...and most patch products say to not use additives and to use a high speed mixer. The bonding agent on the surface is it. Metal(screws) would make it better too.
...eh, mortar is not it
What gave it away that it was cold? Haha
You’ve given me hope that I can fix my steps by myself. Thanks!
Good luck!!
I will be fixing my steps this weekend, now that I’ve watched your video! Thank you!
I'm so glad!! Good luck!
BEST VIDEO on this topic by far! ❤ Thank you so much.
Thank you!
LOVE how you are straight to the point and informative! There are Too many videos of people talking and talking and not getting to the important parts. I subscribed! Thank you!!! ❤
Thank you!!
Thanks for the informative video. I now feel better prepared to fix my concrete stairs.👍🏾
I have spalling areas on my patio. I will do all you suggestions. You did an awesome job explaining. You encouraged me to do the work myself. I'm 78 yrs old and I can do this. The quotes I received were way over the top. Keep up the good work! Yup, I am a subscriber as well. By the way, I have several of your red tub in different sizes and colors. They are great to use, not heavy. Smart mom!
You'll do great- you for sure can do it! the biggest thing to keep in mind now that its Summer is this product will set much quicker. When I did this video, it was the minimum temp you could apply in because it was still the end of Winter. So have everything ready to go before you start :)
A pleasure to watch from England trade bloke, builder roofer, what stood out to me was your enthusiasm and passion wich we do in trades,putting heart and soul in, face change work wich hives you pride,
Well done, you've got an endearing presence on the screen. I've never seen people remove forms while the concrete is wet, that's an interesting strategy.
Thank you! Keep in mind this is a quick set up product, if I did that with normal concrete we’d have a problem :)
Good JOB! yup the Minnesota winter this year destroyed my steps from ice etc. Yes they are very old steps. That on my list today since its in the upper 60'sF great time to do cement work
Hope it goes great!
This is so helpful. I feel like i can do this to mine and if i mess it up...everything can be fixed! Love it. Thank you!
You got it! The only thing to remember is if its warm, this product sets up quicker than it did here since this was in winter. Just remember that and you'll be good to go!
I’ll be trying this for our step repair! Thank you for the video 😊
Thank you so much for watching and commenting! Good luck on your project!
GREAT JOB EMILY! That repair looks great!
Thank you!!
Wanted to say way to go on the big views on this video and thanks for sharing your knowledge! I watched your video along with about a dozen other step repair videos before repairing my own steps, and am also going to be posting a video doing this job. Keep up the good work. Love seeing women tackle projects like this on their own. Best of luck with your channel, Emily!
Thank you! If you use this product, make sure to factor in the temperature difference. It was pretty cold when I did this. I did another step a week or so ago and it set up WAY faster :)
Just a video I was looking for my steps look just like that and I just don’t have the money to have the report now but this I can do. Thank you so much great job.!
Awesome! Buys you a little bit of time :)
Very informative! I'll be repairing my front steps soon, and your vid gives me confidence. Minnesota winters are hard on concrete.
Awesome! You got this!
Awesome. I need to do this to the vertical spot and I will try it out. Thanks
Great Job emily. I am a former Carpenter. I would have drilled holes and placed a couple of steel dowels to strengthen the patched area due to the traffic on that part of the step, Also, to avoid the concrete sticking to the wood. you could use plywood, specifically for shuttering and brush the plywood with a specific oil to prevent the concrete sticking to the plywood. Your builders yard would help you the type of plywood and oil to use. This way you can leave the concrete to cure completely.
Hey Harley - this is a specific quick set up structural mortar mix, not a normal concrete product. I did one yesterday in August and it set WAY fast. I wouldn't recommend leaving the form because you get a weird texture and you want to pull the form to smooth the face before it dries with this product.
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Did not expect the ODB Insert 🤦🏿♂️🤣🤣 Extra Kool Points. Great Concrete work too!🏆
Thanks! It just fit, it had to go in!
I was looking for instructions from a DIYer. you explained it well and will be starting my landing repair tomorrow
Good luck!!
Nice job Emily. I love your positive, can do attitude!
Thanks!
Wow this came at the right time as I have a huge set of steps to repair. They are two flights high and poured freestanding on a large freestanding poured landing. The landing is 14 feet high and is in pretty good condition with just minimal repairs. The poured steps however are in dire need of repairs with lots of crumbling on the exterior edges below steel handrails. I’ve been dreading tackling them but this spring I’ve got to just do it. I think I will drill and tapcon the edges as they are on a commercial building in the back, so not a main entrance. Thank you for this video.
Happy to help! Thanks for watching and commenting!
I love your can do attitude. It's obvious you were raised right. Good job on the stairs. I like the fact you mentioned the bonding agent. 👍
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Great Job Emily!!! Just what I was looking for to help me fix my steps without feeling afraid to get started!! I just subscribed and hit the like button 😊
Thank you so much!!
You did an awesome job..I'm going to tackle mine this afternoon..Thank you!
Hope your project went awesome!!
Thank you this video helps me on what to use to fix my concrete steps.
You're welcome!! Thank you for commenting :)
Hi Emily, I've seen old concrete steps in this shape before, but until seeing your video I had no idea how to fix them. Good video and explanation of tools, method and temperature conditions. Thanks, and I did subscribe.
Thanks for watching and subscribing! Ultimately in the long-term, they’ll need replaced. But I have done this several times and had it hold up for many years!
You could have probably put some blue masonry screws in there sticking out about an inch or so so that the concrete had something to grab around so it didn't crack all off at one time it helps a lot
Oh for sure- sort of to work as mini re-bar. I have actually had to several of these over the years and it hasn't been necessary. But it certainly would help your bond.
She addressed that in the video.
@@frankrounding9905 I'm definitely not a pro on concrete! Ultimately, a re-pour would be the prettiest/best option. I just wanted to primarily not have someone wipe out and sue me, but also save some money til I have to ultimately re-do the whole thing down the road :)
@@YouCanDIYHomethat is all true by far... plis concrete is although difficult sincen ot really able to be as easily repaired vs asphaltic conrete and is more costly if it is done properly it will last about 40 years for as far as driveway or road public used.. vs about 10 for asphaltic concrete for it is cheaoer but repairable etc fwiw.. so yeah definetly a trade off... thus I am alas also no pro at concrete heck I just quoted research but yeah that was even then from mere memory so hehe yeah take this with a grain of salt.
Great educational video. With a nice music edit to keep me on my toes. 10/10
Thank you!
Fixing my concrete steps. This was helpful.
I'm so glad! Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment :)
👌👍 But wrap the wood form with clingfilm, or a wide parcel tape, sellotape. The mortar will then not adhere to the wood and should come away cleanly when you remove it.
You oil it.
well done young lady!
Great video thank you for posting. You have me the push I needed to try this myself
You got this!!!
For some reason I just like watching concrete work. 🤣. Thanks for sharing.
Hi! Good job!
Few tips:
1) It makes sense to add armature to enforce concrete and ensure that edge can take heavy load. Just drill two holes close to left and right ends, put two pieces of armature, bend them to meet each other in the center and connect this two ends using steel wire. Ensure that armature is protected from corrosion.
2) Frost will eventually ruin the concrete, first one to go would be the new layer. Protect your concrete from water, it will prolong it's life. There are special chemicals that will make concrete water resistant. Alternative is to use paint
Paint can also make it very slippery, so use with caution.
@@embracethesuck1041 that's why concrete stain is available
Great job! Impressive. Excellent attitude, awesome approach, boom finish. Keep it up!
Thank you!!
You made me feel like I could take on our stairs, mess up and be ok. Thank you! 💝
Yes! You can always make it work :)
Thank you for the video. Exactly what I was looking for with regard to concrete stairs. My bottom stair tends to collect water. I just need to level it off and or slope it ever so slightly. Thank you again. Aloha from Hawaii...t
Thank you for watching and commenting! Good luck on your project!
Thanks I'm following your tutorial to do my steps!! Wish me luck.
Good luck with your project! You got this!
Great job!! AND now I have a tip for you....Take some Portland cement and mix it with water to make like a paint solution and paint the whole stairway with it. The resukt will be that the color of the whole stairway will match and look like you poured a whole new stairway. Try it!!
Hey John.. did you add paint to this for a color?? I want them to be burgundy..
@@valeriemiller7747 Well...If you are going to paint them there is no need to use the Portland. The Portland method is to give you an even natural concrete look.
very good video! I like how you showed the difference between concrete and mortar. I now know about bonding adhesive for concrete.
Thank you! And thanks for commenting!
Fix it and flip it. Love your videos!
Thank you so much!
Great job specially, with the snow on the ground. That’s what I needed. My steps are all falling apart and it’s all mostly sand and behind a brick I suppose I could try and do it myself or I’m handicap but I’ll try. I love the way you did it and I just got a find a board, broken brick and pale trawl and get my daughter to pick up some quick drinks, and maybe I can get it done quick I’ll let
It’s not a forever fix but it will certainly get you through winter!
Very good Emily, I found the video helpful and informative.
Thank you for watching and commenting!!
Wow it’s so nice to see a movie star is a real person. I mean I know they’re real persons but this is incredible video. Thank you. I have to do my steps and I live by myself. There’s no one to help me. I don’t have extra money so thank you.
Thank you for this. I am about to do this to a concrete stoop at a house I bought in Cheyenne. Great video and very helpful
Thanks for watching! Keep in mind there was still snow on the ground when I did this so it was quite cool. I didi another one of these a few days ago in summer and it set up MUCH faster :)
Yes I did it Sunday and it worked out great. Very helpful video. Thank you@@YouCanDIYHome
@@user-lw4mu8gn9z Woohoo! Awesome!
yes full size van loved it
Where can I find a handy woman like you? I am getting tired of doing all the handy work by my self LOL. Great JOB!
You and me both! I wish I could find some help to do some of these projects!
Thank you so much!!!!! This has helped me tremendously and you did an amazing job 🤩
Thank you for your kind comment! Happy to help!
Thanks for video. Very Helpful.
I'm so glad! Thanks for watching!
Wow. Good decision to make this video. CZcams suggested this on same day I was doing my own small resurface repair work. Now I subscribe to the channel, otherwise may have never known. Really nice work, beyond "diyer" concrete in the blood.
Thank you! and thanks so much for subscribing, I appreciate you!
@@YouCanDIYHome
Appreciate you too. Your channel looks like a nice change of pace of the usual stuff I follow...with a nice mix of interesting looking content.
Well done. Thanks!
Thank you!
pro tip from a non-pro: Whenever Im adding new concrete to old concrete, I like to anchor it using tapcons into the existing but leave the head about 1.5" sticking out. For added strength, using rebar wire and tie the heads together. For even more strength, cut lengths of rebar and tie to the screw heads
Great video! Your tips were so helpful.
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Ok, I am going to try this! Thank you!!
You'll do great!
i love your style
Looking to make my own repair I came across this, well done. My repair isn't as extensive but very helpful for this DYI'er
Good luck on your repair!
Great Job. I have a rental that I want to apply this stuff to. I really appreciate the video.
Thanks for watching and commenting!
Thank you. Great video and suggestions
Thank you for watching and commenting :)
Working on my bilco exterior foundation as we speak. Just set-up the forms and getting ready to go to HD and get the cement. Thanks for the tips as this is my first attempt. Wish me luck
You'll do great! Good luck!
Very helpful, thanks
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment :)
Great job!
Thanks Lori!!
Great tutorial video! Thank you. The music break-ins are much louder though, so I had to keep turning it down during the music stuff, just so you know.
I learned how to fix the sound thing and have on newer videos :) learning a little bit more of the tech side with each one I edit.
Great job
I have no interest in Fixing Crumbling Concrete/Cement Steps, But yet for some strange reason I watched 14 minutes of this, and enjoyed it.
Love it! Thanks for watching!
You just earned yourself a subscriber my dear:) I’m going for it with my step coming up from the shop to the house,,, very nice job btw, you are awesome
You got this! and thanks for subscribing!!
Great work very informative
Thank you so much for watching! And for commenting! Appreciate you :)
Thank you for sharing!
You're welcome! Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment :)
Very helpful.
Thank you!
Thank you for the video, Much Appreciated
You’re welcome, thank you for commenting!
Good job Emily
Thanks!!
This is great! Loved it! Perfect easy to follow instructions. Hahaha I love the humor too! The Ole Dirty Bastard song was on point! Too bad not many people watching would appreciate it. Your mom was funny too. Friggin moms! That being said, I’m a mom myself so that would be me. LOL. I bet she and Aunt Debbie are super proud of you! Great job! Thank you so much for sharing! Hugs, from a new fan.
P.S. I have so much sh*t I need to fix so I’m gonna start watching more of your videos. I hope you have one on bathroom remodeling. Old house and everything is falling apart. I hope I can fix things myself before I fall apart! LOL
Thanks for watching and for commenting! Lots of bathroom stuff up and more coming. I'm wrapping up a house I'm renovating for my mom and then have an upcoming apartment that we gutted the bathroom on so there will be even more bathroom stuff :)
Thanks for your help! I feel less apprehensive 🙌🥰
You got this! Just keep in mind now that it’s summer, this product sets up way faster in the heat.
Bravo lady..
Thanks! and thanks for commenting!
Couple tips, take a quart of motor oil or even some burnt motor oil and an old paint brush just brush some on one side of your form keeps concrete from sticking. When removing your form slide it up and down rather than pulling directly toward you, that also helps keep the concrete in place. Nice job anyway ;)
That’s why she had Pam cooking spray at the bottom of the steps. Works
Nice work..easy to follow
Thank you!
I got a quote to do my front step, and it was outrageously exspensive. I have decided to do it myself, and this video helped me a ton, I feel confident that I can get the job done after watching this, thank you very much. All the tools and concrete here in canada will only set me back about 120$.
I'm so glad to hear that! Good luck with your project!!
I just got a quote for $2500 to fix about 5 steps. I like this guy. He is a good contractor, but I am struggling yo justify that price.
He said the material will cost him 1000, so 15000 gor his labor.
@@chriB265 Is he just repairing or replacing? For a replacement that sounds reasonable but seems high for a patch.
@emilyalopez he is repair. He said skimcoat. No demo, no removal.
@@chriB265 Try it yourself!
Well done ❤
Thank you!!
Awesome video! Thanks, this is helpful 👍
I'm so glad! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Great work
Thanks!
Very nice work
Thank you!
@@YouCanDIYHome You’re welcome
Proud of you
For "parging" a new shape, design, repair or topcoat onto old and damaged masonry use S-type mortar mix. Clean and vacuum the repair area. Use a water spray bottle to mist the area to be fixed with water. Fill in the damaged area with S-type mortar mix. After filling in repairs use a damp sponge to blend and smooth the repair into surrounding concrete.
Gut erklärt und gut ausgeführt :-) .... Vielen Dank
Great video. Great DIY job also!!! I am going to do the same too, I got some broken steps to fix.
Thank you! I hope your repair goes well!
Good job girl 👏👏👏
Thank you!!
Nice overalls and good job!
Thank you!!
You are a doll. And Good job!
Great video!!!!! I've learned some stuff!!!!
Thanks for watching and commenting!!
good video, Only one thing I would change. Make sure when you are editing that you music is equal to or lower than you voice volume. It will save your views from being blasted with music when we have to turn the volume up to hear you. However I am still giving you a thumbs up for the content.
Thanks for your comment Jason. I have very little video/tech knowledge and am doing the best I can. Unfortunately my skills are more in the construction area than the video editing arena.
@@YouCanDIYHome Thank you for the video. Appreciate your effort. But you just blew my ear drums out with the loud music three times since I had head phones on. Please, no music. Other people do it but it is a distraction too.
@@YouCanDIYHome Maybe a family member or friend can assist you with the tech stuff
Why any music? If I want to listen to music while watching videos I can supply it myself.
Thank you for your video
Thank you for watching and commenting!!
Thank you so much on you 3 prong stove video I thought I was screwed lol it work well thank you for the info hun .
Glad it worked for you!
Nice job
Thank you!
Jolly Good. Can you use the same product to adhere to the top of a tilted step to level it?
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You, GO GIRL!!!!!!!!!!❤
Thanks!
GREAT WORK YO
Thank you!
I wasn't even googling this and it shows up on my feed. Google get out of my head. Also, nice work Emily! Nice info. Hopefully my wife won't bother me about the crumbling steps anymore after I get this done.
I swear our phones are listening to our conversations! Good luck on your project!!