WE HAVE CONCRETE WALLS | Couple Building Their OWN HOUSE | ICF High Efficiency Home

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  • @tonynagy2042
    @tonynagy2042 Před rokem +4

    Looking really great guys!! BTW, I surpassed my record mixing concrete in a mixer. 11 Mixes in one 9hr day. 2 bags quickcrete @88lbs each, 1 bucket lime, 2 small bags anti-crack fibre, and one scoop hosphere. I didn't count the shovels of sand or water used, but it was a lot. 1 mix filled 2 wheel barrows to the brim. 5 plasterers on the wall plus 2 labourers hauling buckets up. I could barely keep up. Got the house done with scratch + finish coat today. Now it has to sit till everything cures and ready for the pre-mix stucco coating and texture. The client will be amazed when we are all cleaned up and done. Cheers, Blessings!

  • @johnmcmccormack9203
    @johnmcmccormack9203 Před rokem +23

    how wonderful to see a couple work so well together with a common goal. I'll be watching your progress with awe, good luck to you both. I'm following you from Ireland 🇮🇪

    • @vipahman
      @vipahman Před měsícem

      Wish I had that synergy at home instead of that noise that comes in one ear and goes out the other.

  • @shanedevlin6097
    @shanedevlin6097 Před rokem +5

    You guys are killing it you should be proud. But just remember behind every amazing man there's an even more amazing woman

  • @StevenEverett7
    @StevenEverett7 Před rokem +4

    I love seeing the great progress you are making. I look forward to the day you move in. Great job!

  • @TheMarpalm
    @TheMarpalm Před rokem +65

    ICF is way underused in the US. We built our home with Logix blocks. Been here 6 years and could not be happier. Huge energy savings - house feels so solid. Built for$80/sqft

    • @henrymichaeldooley8483
      @henrymichaeldooley8483 Před rokem +3

      I was wondering the cost efficiency cost etc as I am from Ireland and we get fairly cold wet winters Henry M Dooley thanks

    • @spindle7397
      @spindle7397 Před 10 měsíci +1

      Is that the cost per floor square foot?

    • @TheMarpalm
      @TheMarpalm Před 10 měsíci

      @@spindle7397 yes. Labor and materials have gone up a lot since then.

    • @oci464
      @oci464 Před 7 měsíci

      Is that you with a crew (raw cost labor hours plus parts ) or hiring a GC and paying him by the foot ?

    • @TheMarpalm
      @TheMarpalm Před 7 měsíci

      @@oci464 so the ICF work-block, rebar bucks etc all done by me and my wife- we took a course and did a lot of research before we started. We hired a guy to do the pour. That was around $2000.00 for 2 days work for two guys- well worth it.
      I was the GC for all of the work on the house.
      We did some work ourselves- some interior painting some interior trim, and I did some of the final plumbing.
      If you have not been a GC before don’t let that scare you. There are good books on how to do it.

  • @davcox100
    @davcox100 Před rokem +12

    At first glance it looks more complicated than a traditional built home. But as long as you follow the detailed instructions , it actually becomes such an efficient build. Loving this project guys.👍

  • @judsonhicks3807
    @judsonhicks3807 Před rokem +5

    Such a cool process that I wasn't familiar with, can't wait to see how this all comes together in the end! Love all your videos, here and your other channel!

  • @suezaple4950
    @suezaple4950 Před rokem +1

    I believe I am Liking these ICF homes , Nice seeing yourself and Brandon working together on it , you work together well. and what an interesting way to build a home love it.

  • @georgiafamilydogtails7763

    What incredible work! You two are so awesome! Your home is going to be be so solid, insulated and last forever. Great video! ❤️ Cheryl & Dixie in Georgia 🐕

  • @leozmaxwelljilliumz3360
    @leozmaxwelljilliumz3360 Před rokem +11

    Every time I see folks build their own homes..I get a smile. You appreciate people in the trades so much more and you love and take care of your home much better then the average owner because you know all the aspects of how it was built and how to maintain it. Cant wait to build mine Hopefully next year. Icf foundations are so badass

  • @JoeNielsen44
    @JoeNielsen44 Před rokem +1

    I absolutely love this!
    That ICF system is super slick!

  • @chadlitteral5080
    @chadlitteral5080 Před rokem +1

    Can't wait to see more in this series! Thank you for sharing the build

  • @kjduursma9776
    @kjduursma9776 Před rokem +5

    This is soo cool. I can’t wait to see the next episode. Thanks for filming it. I love your videos.

  • @kingrafa3938
    @kingrafa3938 Před rokem +1

    I can watch this kind of build for hours. Awesome progress guys and looking forward to the next video.

  • @davidsonfamily5657
    @davidsonfamily5657 Před rokem +1

    Great work. It is so exciting. I can't resist commenting on the irony of two timber smart people building with concrete instead of logs. All the best with this inspiring project. John

  • @bburr59
    @bburr59 Před rokem +2

    It's a pleasure watching you two work together.

  • @Ubette-th7kw
    @Ubette-th7kw Před rokem +1

    Looking great! Excited to follow your journey to building your new home. ❤️

  • @marklane1771
    @marklane1771 Před rokem +1

    Another great video! Can’t wait to see it completed!

  • @jimmieusaf-pol5818
    @jimmieusaf-pol5818 Před rokem +14

    I like how you two compliment each other, verbally as well, as you work through different things together, and show each other how much you care for each other in so many ways! These build videos could be an hour long, and I'd sit here and watch it all, but understand this is just a part of your lives right now and you have so many more things going on we never see, that takes up your time. I have a feeling that this channel is going to explode with subscribers one day, since it is that kind of a channel that I believe a lot would like once they find it. Stay safe y'all!

  • @firehawkct4304
    @firehawkct4304 Před rokem +2

    The ICF is amazing. I especially like the floor joist holders.

  • @kathiebauer5165
    @kathiebauer5165 Před 10 měsíci +7

    We were 50 when we started our ICF home. Began with basement, used our exterior walls as bearing walls for the metal truss’s & metal roof. Been 23yrs & love the quiet, this house has been wonderful.

    • @user-ep2es1mp5r
      @user-ep2es1mp5r Před měsícem

      I was one first trained in building these type of houses. Man has it been a long time. But funny these and the much cheaper concrete walls really don't have any difference except lots savings. Both quite efficient

  • @mickeybartlett1274
    @mickeybartlett1274 Před rokem +2

    Cool! I am in awe of what you do are doing. It is just amazing. Great job!

  • @retalt
    @retalt Před rokem +2

    I'm really enjoying this series. Thanks for sharing. I'm excited to see how this turns out.

  • @michaelbyrd1784
    @michaelbyrd1784 Před rokem +1

    Awesome. Thank you for allowing us to follow your progress.

  • @warbird099
    @warbird099 Před rokem +1

    This is amazing work. I've never seen the ICF used before and you guys make it look easy. Great job!

  • @gordaro2828
    @gordaro2828 Před rokem

    Truly impressive...moving forward ALL homes should be built this way...cheers!

  • @davidshay4773
    @davidshay4773 Před rokem +3

    Looks great ! I’m happy for you guys .

  • @brucehowe3477
    @brucehowe3477 Před rokem +1

    Great video! Looks like a great start to your new home.

  • @littlepony6762
    @littlepony6762 Před rokem +2

    Incredible congratulations 👊🏾👊🏾brings back so memories of my dad built our house and pouring cement Awesome 👍👍

  • @ronland1821
    @ronland1821 Před rokem

    Great video. Wish they were longer. Thanks again for sharing 👊.

  • @FreakofNature1
    @FreakofNature1 Před rokem +1

    Man that’s exciting! Walls are being poured!😃🙌

  • @yesleksmith
    @yesleksmith Před rokem +1

    My husband and I are doing this right now. We are building our foundation/ basement/ garage and then putting wood beams across and setting a modular ontop. A lot of work! Permits and engineering plans are the biggest hurdle.

  • @billybatesjr1837
    @billybatesjr1837 Před rokem +5

    Great seeing a couple buildings their own House !! Awesome Work !!! ❤

  • @tonygoodchild611
    @tonygoodchild611 Před rokem +3

    Just finished watching all of your videos and you both are a great team. I wish I could have found someone to connect with in every aspect of life like you two. Awesome project and I wish there were more people like you in the world. Stay safe and keep up the great work. Tony

  • @mr.shadestrains6033
    @mr.shadestrains6033 Před rokem +2

    Awesome looking forward to watching
    You build your home. Great video
    Looks great so far

  • @michaelelliott334
    @michaelelliott334 Před rokem +1

    Looking good. Can’t wait to see the next videos.

  • @Crittermoto
    @Crittermoto Před rokem +14

    Proper pre planning and design is paramount when it comes to ICF. I appreciate Brandon’s skill and knowledge. I designed my home in the same manner: block size dictated building dimensions and window locations.
    Exciting for you both, keep on going!

    • @TimberMates
      @TimberMates  Před rokem +3

      Couldn't agree more! thanks so much

    • @aniketsharma3177
      @aniketsharma3177 Před rokem +1

      Just curious are you allowed to design homes without architects and structural engineers in your country or you just illegally saving up on that to save few thousand dollars but spending millions without prior knowledge that an licenced professional can provide.

    • @Crittermoto
      @Crittermoto Před rokem

      @@aniketsharma3177 I can’t speak for Brandon but myself, I’m a certified Draftsnan and Red Seal Journeyman Carpenter with over 34 years in the housing industry. Having said that tho, in BC (again can’t speak for Ontario cuz I don’t live there) anyone can draw up a house plan and submit it for building permit. It’s at that time that the City Building Officials will ask for a Professionaly Draftsman or Architect design or Engineer’s stamp.
      Now Commercial Building or Multi Family Developments, those require Architects and Engineers, always.
      For my ICF Design Build I was required to have an Engineer sign off on the rebar as I live in an earthquake zone.

    • @macmac1022
      @macmac1022 Před 4 měsíci

      @@aniketsharma3177 You can make the plans and take them to a certified engineer to stamp them if you are not certified yourself. And dont think just because they are a certified engineer means they know what is best. My cousins have shocked a few engineers with their ideas to solve problems we have come across, one even called my one cousin a genius.

    • @macmac1022
      @macmac1022 Před 4 měsíci +1

      Build smarter not harder. This is why I think all engineers should have been in the trade first so they know the process. Engineers around where I live have become really sloppy lately. We had one build that because the engineer did not get out of their car to check the land, their owner probably paid and extra $20,000 to have a huge 12 ft retaining wall made that was not even needed and now the back yard of the neighbor instead of having a nice sunrise to see, its just a giant concrete wall.

  • @natandnormstravels6573

    good job thanks for sharing the update on your house so far looking forward to the next video.

  • @karinovsky
    @karinovsky Před rokem +1

    Great job. Congratulations! 👏

  • @justinormiston1146
    @justinormiston1146 Před rokem

    Great clean work!

  • @bobbieyounce3851
    @bobbieyounce3851 Před rokem

    This is so interesting to watch. I've never seen this used to pour the cement. I'm so happy that y'all are building your own home.

  • @sunline24
    @sunline24 Před rokem +1

    How fun to watch the house go up.

  • @JaKe-bd2fq
    @JaKe-bd2fq Před rokem +1

    Great video. You both are doing a great job. Your videos will be something that you will be able to watch over the years making some great memories. While you have some concrete work you should review the placement of your future hot tub. It was one of those investments that we both said why did we wait so long to put on in. Each night after a hard day of work you can enjoy the hot tub as it soothes those aches and pains that come with building your dream house. Keep up the great job.

  • @phuongvo3051
    @phuongvo3051 Před rokem +1

    You’re a beautiful couple , great design , the view surrounding are amazing ❤

  • @shovelhead8
    @shovelhead8 Před rokem

    Friend of mine did an ICF house over on Cory Lake. He had a lot more problems with his pumper truck than you did.
    Thank you for the video. Stay safe and stay cool

  • @kevinbungles
    @kevinbungles Před rokem +1

    Fantastic video thanks for sharing this, looking forward to more of these.
    You are both amazing

  • @pisom4314
    @pisom4314 Před rokem

    its lookin great!!! only been around a couple ICF builds over the years, the rebar cutter & bender will put muscles in places you didnt even know you had!!! LOL be safe

  • @bd-qx3lc
    @bd-qx3lc Před rokem

    I built one on a slab with fox blocks 5 years ago. You won't be disappointed. Pretty efficient in the michigan weather

  • @ADSC2006
    @ADSC2006 Před rokem +1

    Great progress on this project.

  • @charlesrodriguez7984
    @charlesrodriguez7984 Před rokem +6

    Idk why everyone is hating on your build. ICF is an amazing innovative material and very strong too. I have a concern over the fire resistance of the foam and the toxic chemicals used to process them but overall still a nice home.

    • @michele4965
      @michele4965 Před 13 hodinami

      I don’t think there is a toxic factor to the insulation and most insulation has to fire safe to pass inspection. However, even if it was? It would be behind sheet rock inside so there still wouldn’t be an issue.

  • @montanatacticalhomesteader6623

    thanks for posting this. My wife and I are looking to do the same, including milling our own lumber.

  • @philwoodward2612
    @philwoodward2612 Před rokem

    I'm a concrete pump driver in the UK, I work for camfauds, trust me these jobs may look straight forward but there not easy to pour clean and not spill over the sides, nice work to drive and home owners

  • @freedomrider30
    @freedomrider30 Před rokem

    NO!!! Been waiting for this!!! Way to short!!!! LoL. Know there is alot going on. But man that was way to short. Glad things are moving foward for y'all on the house! 👍🏻👍🏻😎😎😎

  • @FnLn55
    @FnLn55 Před rokem +3

    I've helped stick build 50+ slab-on-grade homes in my healthier days, but never this ICF method.
    Amazing how fast it can go sometimes, and how slow.
    Pouring those tall forms ... oh my gosh ... I'd have nightmares ... ha ... cheers!

  • @DuongNguyen-gg3uc
    @DuongNguyen-gg3uc Před rokem +1

    Hello @TimberMates;
    Awesome foundation. Enjoy your spetacular show and thank you for sharing.

  • @seanyowies8532
    @seanyowies8532 Před rokem +1

    Big thumbs up 👍 for your new home

  • @Rosy_87
    @Rosy_87 Před rokem +2

    Basement walls, very exciting! Without pumper trucks I can see the ICF home would be a bit more difficult. Are you building your new house in the rainforest? Seems like it's always raining there. Lol

  • @rickeyman2215
    @rickeyman2215 Před rokem +1

    😀Love your video's, but even more than that it's the teamwork displayed in each and every one. You've achieved much in a short time. Thanks for sharing.

  • @8thlineenterprises343
    @8thlineenterprises343 Před rokem +1

    Great job. That's a lot of work for two people. Your efficient design certainly cut down on waste and extra time cutting blocks. I just finished a foundation that was not designed well for ICF and there was a huge amount of waste.

  • @zipperdingo6385
    @zipperdingo6385 Před rokem +1

    This is a super well, thermally efficient hose, sound insulated as well

  • @williamforsyth6667
    @williamforsyth6667 Před 6 měsíci +2

    It is nice to see, that ICF gets popular, resulting in better quality, longer lasing homes.
    However, I miss some basic things from almost all ICF building videos:
    - no vapor barrier between footer and wall
    - using ICF with minimal thermal insulation (external wall of the ICF block has the same thickness as the internal)

    • @TimberMates
      @TimberMates  Před 6 měsíci +1

      ICF is a great product but some different installation techniques. I follow the local building code and Nudura installation method with great results. Have you built with the product yourself?

  • @angelrosario9183
    @angelrosario9183 Před rokem

    Never seen a product like this before. Very interesting. Great work.

  • @brucewelty7684
    @brucewelty7684 Před rokem +1

    "Stay tuned" not a problem!

  • @billyshumate853
    @billyshumate853 Před rokem

    Great video and looking good. Take care and have a blessed weekend and I'll see you on your next video

  • @bigraymie
    @bigraymie Před rokem +1

    I love hard work... I could watch it ALL day... 😅🤣😂

  • @danielreiff4350
    @danielreiff4350 Před 2 měsíci

    my wife and i are currently preparing to do our own icf foundation. thanks for making this video

  • @blairmacdonald3657
    @blairmacdonald3657 Před rokem

    Love the white shirt for concrete pour day!

  • @sidecardude
    @sidecardude Před rokem +3

    My external walls on the bottom part of my house are about 3 feet thick limestone. Very efficient for heat and cooling....

  • @huymammin5915
    @huymammin5915 Před rokem

    Weeks of work and truck of wood economy. Just great :))

  • @rogermontee8264
    @rogermontee8264 Před rokem +4

    Great build of the walls and poring of the concrete.I like how are using your own milled beams. You are two of the hardest skilled workers I watched on youtube. Keep up the great work. Thanks for sharing ☺️☺️❤️❤️❤️👍👍👍

  • @arthurphetteplace8917
    @arthurphetteplace8917 Před rokem +1

    Enjoyed your video will be waiting for the next. 👍👍

  • @anzorpopov
    @anzorpopov Před 4 měsíci

    какие ви крутые! Вдохновляете!!!👏👏👏

  • @patrickheavirland3599

    Hello from Minnesota USA!! Nice work!

  • @edallen4141
    @edallen4141 Před rokem

    Please more videos!!!! love this content.

  • @thunderchild4816
    @thunderchild4816 Před 5 měsíci

    My mom's house was built like this. it was great except for the crew would put up walls one day and plan to concrete the next, only for wind to blow the walls over in the night.
    Those metal supports I see in the video seem like a huge boon that the builder didn't use 15 years ago. I also love the fancy metalwork inside the blocks.
    Once it's all done I can attest that it's pretty well insulated on the sides and the biggest heat sink will be how well the roof is insulated. I also like to think it's better fire resistant but haven't ever had to put that to the test (knock on wood).

  • @chinmay6249
    @chinmay6249 Před měsícem +2

    This is what a couple looks like.
    Great video guys .

  • @bigdog8008
    @bigdog8008 Před 5 měsíci

    I helped my brother in law build their home using foam blocks very similar to these (had steel mesh internal rather than plastic). Went up in rows of six with tons of rebar and then did concrete fills. We did have one block blow out during concrete fill. Lost a lot of concrete during fill - used a sheet of thick plywood and Mr Massey Ferguson to stop the loss.

  • @kristingrounds4163
    @kristingrounds4163 Před rokem +1

    This is so exciting for you guys!! Can't wait to see the finished product of the basement walls. How long does this type of house take to make? Will you be in there before winter?

  • @Narsmoke
    @Narsmoke Před rokem

    Great work!

  • @Budowa_PL
    @Budowa_PL Před rokem

    Wow! Great!

  • @ElsaRhae
    @ElsaRhae Před rokem +2

    That rebar bender🫢 brilliant. I’ve been using my shoe and muscles to bend it!!! I love seeing how you’re doing this. It’s so similar to ours but so, so different! I can’t wait to see the next steps! Also loved Brandon adding to the voice overs!!

  • @neilyoungism
    @neilyoungism Před rokem

    awesome mates...and very great videos......keep up the good work......it will be so worth it....peace and blessings from NC

  • @kevinbonneville9984
    @kevinbonneville9984 Před rokem +1

    Great video guys looks like a lot of work ,but she looks very strong. learning a new way of building a house

  • @hugoperez6567
    @hugoperez6567 Před rokem

    I liked the part with the keyway the very best.

  • @robintaylor-mockingeemill8223

    I hope to build a home with these some day

  • @darrenblattner2508
    @darrenblattner2508 Před rokem +1

    We used ICF for a crawl space at one house but the manufacturer said to add rebar according to our bylaws, our inspector said to follow the manufacturer's instructions??? Needless to say there's a lot of rebar in the ICF. Looks good around there, it fun wa6tching it all come together. Keep smilin

  • @huymammin5915
    @huymammin5915 Před rokem

    Wow. This tech is great... Wooden shields for beton is such a big job. But I can't believe that this polysterol shields are not falling while betoning.
    Ah. Now I see :)) at middle of video. But it's really cool tech, just awesome 👍

  • @charleskhenry
    @charleskhenry Před rokem +2

    Amazing DYI. Please make a final video with learned lessons, what you would do differently.

  • @scottystephenson8610
    @scottystephenson8610 Před 6 měsíci

    we built one ourselves here in the uk ... a little learning curve but pretty fun to do once you get going ...

  • @y2j360
    @y2j360 Před rokem +2

    Never heard of ICF homes. Seems intriguing. Anywho, so exciting watching you guys build your home, step by step. Even have my 12 year old granddaughter watching and she loves it! Till the next video, take care and get lots of rest!
    Love from the White mts of New Hampshire, Mary 🌻👍⛰️
    Ps: will you be done before the snow flies?

  • @lesliehutcheson9843
    @lesliehutcheson9843 Před rokem +1

    Love the videos, keep it up

  • @bwillan
    @bwillan Před rokem +1

    Do you have plans of your your ICF house that you're willing to share. Would be interesting to see the overall exterior view of the plans.

  • @lesliehutcheson9843
    @lesliehutcheson9843 Před rokem

    Super cool, you guys rock

  • @jBigjohndoe1971
    @jBigjohndoe1971 Před 10 měsíci

    My reservation built a bunch of these for residents. From what I understand is if not dome right can lead to mold.

  • @butchbinion1560
    @butchbinion1560 Před rokem +1

    Thanks looks good best of luck. ✌🏻👊

  • @rj7826
    @rj7826 Před rokem +1

    Glad I found your channel. Just subscribed as I'm interested in doing an ICF build as well. 👍

  • @gregcy89
    @gregcy89 Před 2 měsíci

    Amazing tech for cold countries! Very durable walls with double sided insulation. Simply amazing. I never seen this in Russia(moved here recently from europe). Here they build from blocks and then only external insulation

    • @eustacemcgoodboy9702
      @eustacemcgoodboy9702 Před 2 měsíci +1

      Same in Latvia. External thick insulation added AFTER block construction.

  • @robrs210
    @robrs210 Před rokem

    Nice work. Got an addition to build in Nudura, just taken delivery

  • @timberg7377
    @timberg7377 Před rokem +1

    Very cool, just a little disappointed, you guys didn't have lunch.,..
    I was thinking BLTs lol

  • @861LJ
    @861LJ Před rokem

    Very interesting! And exciting! Are the floor beams going to exposed?