Pouring Concrete Footings Ep.31
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The remark about anxiety arriving with that first load of concrete is spot on .From that point all your planning (or lack thereof) will be quite literally set in stone. All members of the crew have to know their parts in this strange dance and be able to improvise when weather or other circumstances add complications, because the concrete has its own timetable. Great video.
A chemical reaction with anxiety 🤣 best description of concrete work ever!
I always enjoy watching skilled workers doing things right.
@ Malin W
Skilled workers in America are a rare breed!
If anti priduction contunurs in america, someone should I insist on making certain class of machine tools, with good steel ways, but with a heavey, thermally expansion comparable concrete made with stri gy stainless steel chips i side, like I said, for emergency exploits, cause all the tree humping libs won't let USA have any serious iron refineries or steel foundries.
@@ryanb1874 yes.
Those guys are SKILLED. Nice work to all
Those footings are finished better than my sidewalk from the city.
You don’t want footings smooth. Allows concrete that sits on top of to move and crack
@@tannercox4537 Not with the rebar running through both the footing and the stem wall. In this case, they are going block on top of the footing with redar tied into both. It isn't going to move. Ever.
KnightsWithoutATable only way for it not to move ever is a key way. 1/4 rebar isn’t bullet proof. 5 bar maybe. But I’ve used a lot of poly fixing bad foundations jobs.
Way to much effort ...
@@tannercox4537 If they use a bonding agent before putting the block on it should bond the first row of mortar to the footing.
I only poured concrete for 30 years been out for 9 yrs. Now and I miss it sometimes, but I NEVER saw footings sick finished, mag it off flat and your done! Very good video keep em coming!
Hi,
For your next Q&A, I would love to hear about a time you were "screwed over" or when a contractor or company tried to take advantage of you and your team. I think it would be a great lesson to the young guns out there to explain how you (probably, based on what I've seen of your personality) remained calm, kept a level head, and approached the situation. Also, knowing when to cut your losses and the stress of dealing with a swindler/braggart isn't worth it.
Best,
Tim
Just wanted to echo this. I work in construction and I think you would be a perfect platform to explain what happens when things go wrong, in any and all senses of the word. I am sure you can fill at least a few videos with that kind of content.
@@markweisbrot8005 When you are working or hiring pro's not much goes wrong that they can't work around or figure out. Unless something like the pump breaks then it's time to scramble or get another pump on the job ASAP...
I might go out on a limb here...
BUT... along with that "how to stay calm and keep a level head... I think it might be nice (kinda probable, too) that we get to one of those incidents that taught Scott to find his calm and keep (or get back) his level head...
Kinda probable? Yeah... I have the distinct feeling there might've been a time when Mr. Wadsworth wasn't all together as easy to get along with as he seems just now, particularly when looking forward to some net loss that he can't just "magically recover in court"...
...and I've known a few too many loggers to think he was just born as sage and mellow as he is today.
The sad reality is that there just ARE some things you can't possibly change. There are some losses that even if you did seek to rectify, you'd only drill your own financial hole deeper and Deeper and DEEPER...
...and losing control, getting violent, making threats or taking horrible actions physically will ONLY exacerbate that financial problem...
I have my doubts it was necessarily Scott doing it to himself, if we're being honest. BUT the logging and outdoors hard-labor industries in general are rife with quick tempers, short fuses, and occasionally outright physical criminality... so it's likely he found his "life lesson" through some concerning personal relationship, or a nearby "catastrophic failure of diplomacy" that caught his immediate attention.
Either way, though... I'd like to hear that story. I'd like to hear another perspective of what to do when you've just lost "X" and can't possibly ever recover it... rather than physically beat it out of the guy you KNOW just took it and walks away... Sure, I have my own methods, coping mechanisms, etc... and "Karma is a b***h", though once in a while I've found a necessity to plant a size 13 half up her deified backside...
BUT... I'm always game to hear someone else's perspective. It makes me feel a little less alone in the anxiety. ;o)
Excellent as always! I really enjoyed watching the older gentleman " I assume is Scott's father" in the chair overseeing the job. He might not be able to join in on the work, but can still be included as a valuable member of the project.
Never saw so much care applied to the footings before, they're smoothing it out like its the garage floor! 👍
Doing their best for the camera i guess
yea, that was funny to see. they had the ppl for it though
I wonder what those footings ended up costing per foot. My guess is around 2-3x the local average around my area
Whats is your local average around your area?
Not really...
Watching concrete dry is usually a euphemism for something boring; not to me. Love to watch professionals do a professional job. Great video!
nothing gets my heart racing like when i hear the concrete truck in the distance...
Like an approaching enemy tank.
Every time!
Yes sir
Yeah.. Agree..
These guys that no one thinks about, everyone takes for granted, these "deplorables", you make them seem like heroes and the work they do seem almost romantic. And you know what, you convinced me. It's amazing the work being done by so many heroes every day that goes almost completely unappreciated. I can't just drive under a bridge or by a building or a retaining wall any more without thinking about it. Every time now I take a moment to appreciate astonishing work that went in.
If only more more thought like you. Thank you!!
Who is calling tradesman deplorable?
Great point about playing them immediately and a little bit more than they are expecting - you will have skilled and reliable guys that will enjoy working for you!
Day finisher in this area expects $300 a day
Exactly! Pretty much no actual workman is overpaid. Your budget should reflect your respect for the people you hire. And then if you need to ask a favor - like fixing a problem that arises late in the work day - they’re totally willing to cut you the slack.
The soundtrack is as good as the content.
Keep it up!
TF, agreed. I thought the music sounded almost like "I am Bound for the Promised Land." Great sound.
One of my first experiences with concrete was pouring close to 5 yards from the truck All By Myself, all wheelbarrowed for a long walkway on a 98 degree day.
It was a base to be brick mortared over, so it didn't have to be finished. Thank Gawd😂.... when I finished the concrete truck guy said, "Man, You Look Like You're Gonna DIE."😂
bonanzatime Crazy, always spring for the pump.
If it dont kill ya it will make a man outta ya!
Nice job with the pour Scott. A lot of wisdom there my friend. I loved your comment about the cement truck delivering anxiety and and not just concrete. that can be oh so true! Great work as usual, from you and the guys on the job!
Over here by us,the pump trucks are the real McCoy. The advantage of them over a pull behind grout pump are: handle larger aggregate,a stiffer slump,easier to handle (no hoses to drag) all resulting in a stronger mix. Your last truck of the day was the only one with a respectable mix. The others were much closer to a six inch slump than a four. Also,if you want to increase the workability experienced with a "looser" slump,use a super plasticizer. You can order the concrete slump for example at a 1 inch and with the correct plasticizer behave like a six. The plasticizer will not cause aggregate segregation as wither will + it works like "grease" with the pump.
Anxiety level, 80 percent. Satisfaction level, 100 percent. Great finish boys
That's about the prettiest footing I ever saw...honest.
Nice work Brother's Pumping & Finishing.
(Has home improvements to do, ready to tackle the weekend). New notification-EC has new video.
"Meh, everything can wait for 20 minutes..."
Chris J's Clockworx I said the same thing
Guess we are all part of a club lol
I'm supposed to be fixing my tractor right now
Haha, I'm getting ready to jackhammer out a 3x6' slab.
Exactly what is did too, so great👍🏻
As a construction inspector for 20 years and currently a QC manager for a concrete producer for another 12, I really enjoy watching your content! Contractors in my area would shit a brick if they saw that many crew on just a footing pour... it's usually the pump guy & 2 crew.
And, one "don't" you didn't mention... do NOT schedule the concrete for the same time your inspector is due to arrive for your final subgrade/rebar inspection... nothing stinks of presumption more. Remember... Arguing with the inspector is like wrestling with a pig in the mud, after a while, you begin to realize he enjoys it! 🤣🤣🤣
Strong backs and good knees! It's a young man's game for the most part. Thanks for another outstanding video.....I learn something new every time.
I kept watching and waiting for them to edge the footings... Good job!
An outstanding thorough presentation and overall job. The best I've ever seen! And I'm close to 70. Keep up the good work Scott. Thank you for all your outstanding videos.
Good to see men being men, working with their hands and tools, showing pride in their work. The banter and camaraderie is priceless.
If everyone took this much pride in their work the world would be a beautiful place!
Sir you got the philosophy of concrete down .anxiety is allways what you feel when the truck rolls up.and as the man in charge its all on you.thats a long hard day.i like the tip on overpaying the guys.thats golden.best show on CZcams.thank you
The "trades" are what builds the world and they should always be treated with respect. I always pay the "little extra" in cash to each helper.
Is there anyone in America you dont tip?
@@mabamabam lots of jobs don't get tipped
Having worked plenty of manual labor jobs I can tell you first hand that when someone surprises you with a couple bucks or a free lunch or a beer at the end of the day, it can make your whole week
We call that paying a 'bonus' rather than a tip. Even haying workers get a bonus if they come on time, work hard to do the job and work well with the team. That isn't easy for teenagers but when they get paid more for doing a hard job well, it is motivating. We benefit by hoping that next year when they choose who to work for, they might remember us. Good workers are a treasure no matter what they are doing!
I just had an addition built onto the back of my house and always went out of my way to make sure the workers had water, I set up shade for to take a break, and when there was a small crew and we had enough we would also offer to feed everyone. A little kindness goes a long long way when you are working in labor. One guy threw out a nice pocket knife in my trash and my son found it and brought it to me. I saw that it was a CRKT and they have a life time guarantee so I had the parts needed sent to my house, fixed it for him, and put a knew edge on it. Then I found out who it belonged to and gave it back to him. The guy tried to tell me to keep but I told him that it was his and he should keep, I also told him what to do if he needed to fix it again. After that the guy told me he was from Puerto Rico and other than his boss no one had ever shown him such kindness in the states before. He said he felt that people looked down on him because he was a latino construction worker. I'd like to think I made some what of a difference for him and yet no one ever tried to take advantage of me. I truly believe in rewarding a job well done, whether it is with cash or some way it can improve the work environment. Even though they get paid there are some that take the time to the job EXACTLY right and not just good enough.
Glad to see you use those caps on the exposed upper ends of vertical pieces of rebar. Many of the "professionals" here in France don't bother and it makes me wince every time I go past a site. We were absolutely obsessive about using them throughout our project, and yep, on one occasion I slipped and landed with my chest on one. Hard. Hate to think what that piece of rebar would have punctured if we hadn't put what we called a "mushroom" on it.
I couldn't do any of this work anymore, too old and crippled, but I sure would've liked to be setting out of the way with a tall cool drink and watching.! 😊
Thanks for sharing and take care. 👍 👍
Concrete is stressful. Can't have too many guys
j s tell that to my bosses
Guys who know what they are doing. Guys who don't have a clue are worse than useless.
Whoever the lucky homeowners of this house end up being will be able to go on youtube and see the whole painstaking process that went into building their house. Bravo Scott and crew.
To do such long spans of concrete, you need some SERIOUSLY true 2x4’s and 2x6’s, and an incredible amount of patience. Square, plumb and true has never been a bigger pain than in concrete forming. Huge props to you guys, that foundations goin no where 150 years+
If you mess up concrete you are quite literally building a monument to your own failure lol
Hahaha 😆 lols!
Buyer: “How do I know that this house was built right”?
*sends link*
Buyer: Oh!!!
For reals whoever buys the house is winning the lotto
@@josegomez6549 no joke. I want to hire him to build my house next year
*Sends 124 youtube episodes*
@@JuanHernandez-ox5tl do it yourself so
Retired school teacher, here. I have never done work like this before, but find your documentaries mesmerizing. I see the skills of the craftsmen (experience), and the pride they take at the project (self-expression). Thanks for posting this.
I really enjoy when you explain how to do certain tasks. Like as if I walked on site and asked you what I need to do.
"Pay them immediately , and give them more that expected " u are really professional and a good man 👍
From 2000 to 2009 I was a masonry foreman for the world’s largest masonry contractor McGee Brothers Inc. In one year I laid 120 full brick houses and around 50 crawl spaces and around 10 basements. Our footings were “great” if they were within 1/4” but normally they varied about 1/2”. Your footing looks perfect I bet I could spread one trowel of mud 3 three! It would slide on those perfect footings. I could leave my brick saw at home! You do great work and unfortunately that’s not as common these days as it should be. Keep it up!👍🏻
35 years forming Concrete in NYC , the best video and demo I have seen , people do not realize how strenuous this work is days I'll erect 150 foot of 8 foot 80 pound Symons Forms sometimes stacked 40 ft high that's close to 7000 pounds plus hardware
At 58 years old I still do form work , this is hard. Rewarding work Excellent video
I always enjoy watching when people pour and finish concrete work. I'm not a cement worker but I can see working with cement is an art but back-breaking work due to constant bending over reaching out to smooth and finishing the cement. Cement workers must take pride in their work in order to have a good even, smooth surface, and the correct grading as required.
I was helping Dad pour foundations & floors using small 1 barrow mixers instead of Transmix concrete. I spend many years concreting but I was younger man then. Your Vids are bringing back memories of times spent as my Dads right hand man, but all changed when he died 43 yrs ago at 52yrs of age.
Immensely satisfying to watch such experience and teamwork to effect a perfect pour. Like you said, the footings will be hidden, but the knowledge of what underpins the house will be with you forever.
I was more excited to see this video than the last season of game of thrones!
I used Jeff to pump a slab at my house and he took care of the mix design, the scheduling, and made everything so simple! Brother's Concrete Pumping is the best...hands down.
"Anxiety in the form of a chemical reaction....it is certain, and relentless, and it gets faster as the day warms up and you get more tired and if you don't keep up with it, it will beat you up without mercy." Voice of experience.
A salute to a professional job executed so precisely.
One suggestion for a video. I think I would be quite informative to do videos on the inspection processes you have to go through on each phase of your project. Whether it be an inspector from your municipality, the engineering firm or a special inspector hired by the customer. I bet it would be an eye opener for many viewers.
I have found that building relationships with these elements served me well throughout my years in the business.
badlandskid this deserves more upvotes
...that made absolutely no sense
appreciate you taking the time to teach us these things. great video have a blessed day
You really put alot of time, effort, money, and safety into this project and I'm excited to see it to the end
"your work, always influences who you are and who you are influences your work" amen!
As I sit here and watch this, I had the thought of people putting their handprints and dates in pours. It occurred to me it would be neat for these guys to do just that. Then I got the idea of some sort of time capsule for the house. Maybe you should have something that every contractor, every person involved int his project could sign his or her name to, and put it someplace in the house, along with copies of these videos in this series. So later down the road, years, whatever, someone could find it and understand what this build means. The signatures shown at the end would show the viewer of just how many tradesmen and artisans and hands it takes to get a project like this done. Just a thought.
Pay promptly and include extra for a good job.
Single best piece of advice of this entire series.
You should narrate audiobooks, it's really relaxing to listen to your voice, and I learn something new every time I do!
1/2 hour for Scott
Pure Motivation for me.
Pluck the day, trusting as little as possible in the future
This video made me think of my old job where i worked every day with concrete. Sometimes i miss that job. Great video.
I watch EC to see how it all should be done. And to learn why, from a man who knows how to explain it.
But then i also watch Jamie Manzel to see what _can_ be done, when you trade technology and some know-how for pure elbow grease and patience.
Now, I know some folks have a problem with the way Jamie does things, and maybe they're right, but I just love the dichotomy. Both have real value, to me.
I am not a pro builder, but damn this is a great way to finish my lifetime education.
Me neither, I'm just a guy building his house ;) Some of this stuff is priceless information.
So good to see structure coming up from the ground after 30 episodes of preparation.
I love to see competent professionals at work. They make it look easy!
Thank you EC for this series. I am literally learning 95% of what I'm doing building my first ever house from you. Did I say thank you? THANK YOU!!!!
The bricky is gonna love laying on that
Needs to be a little rougher. Not so smooth
@@smackflack5771 Wood/resin float is what my company does, and we do both the concrete and the blocks
@Tim Lachapelle you should probably watch again. That’s rebar not plate anchors and they’re gonna lay concrete blocks
@Tim Lachapelle czcams.com/video/7KgG_LZpvWI/video.html
Block stem wall?
The way your videos are edited, narrated and produced are like little documentaries. Very interesting stuff.
Thank You, Dad. I have missed you with all my heart since you passed.
I used to work for a concrete testing firm. And lemme tell ya... I have serious respect and admiration for concrete contractors. And you really feel everyone’s eyes on you when you’re pulling the slump on their concrete
I absolutely love your videos!!! They are so packed full of knowledge that I find myself watching them multiple times, so I can absorb as much information as possible. These videos are such a wealth of information. I am a outside salesman for 84 Lumber Company in Ohio and I see the things that you talk about on job sites every day. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with all of us and helping me to better understand how to service my builders (customers)!!! Keep up the great work!! 👍🏽
"Too much is always enough" I like that.
Jeff's the best, and only pump I use! He's super knowledgeable, fun to work with, and as strong as three normal guys! Great video!
Amazing insight and invaluable advice, especially concerning paying the crew. I enjoy your videos because you present your knowledge in a complete and uncomplicated form, balancing specifics with a global view of the process. Statements such as "staying ahead of it" and "concrete trucks deliver anxiety" give a profound insight of your experience and skill.
Finishing tonight w the mud pour was SOOOO satisfactory! I love your commitment and true love of your craft which shines through so true and authentically. Thank you for demystifying the house building process!
As an English builder I don’t always agree with you build methods, but what I can Agee with wholeheartedly is your in-site and your knowledge and understanding of our industry. I love your channel, I love you knowledge and I totally love your passion. I hope this is a fair appraisal and a show of respect to our American counterparts. Keep up the fantastic work
Yes! Always pay your help, upon whom you are depending for good work, promptly and more than they were expecting.
I didn't know if I wanted to watch an 18 minute video and the next thing I know it was over!
What a great production. Morgan Freeman watch out. You're narrating is amazing. Awesome voice, full of passion and confidence. Just brilliant. Thank you so much for this series Scott.
I’m loving this series. Keep up the great work.
Higher water to cement mix makes the concrete harder but more brittle. Lower water content makes the concrete softer but more flexible making it last longer and more resisting to the tensional forces.
At 6:48 that guy on the left trimming the scrap off the forms. So relatable
Probably my favorite part of a home build, the footings and foundations. Thanks for all the info.
Great music! Love the, "too much is always enough". Oh, those bits of wisdom apply to all of life. As always, thanks.
I needed some deck footing advice and this man in the first 3 mins put some knowledge down thank you
Excellent series! Many thanks for the quality and detail that you and your group put into each video.
TY so much for the excellent (& smart!) lapel mic audio! Very pro!
I’m a complete rookie and your videos are so helpful and intriguing. Thank you for your work
Nice done job !!
What you said there between 14:44 - 15:02 is one of my GOLDEN Rules !!
It's always a pleasure to watch people that are great at their jobs, they make it look easy.
I love how concrete guys all look the same in my neck of the woods too. Blue collar,hard working, get up early and do more before most people eat breakfast guys.
I imagine somehow with a little too much belly weight and haven't done squats in years wouldn't last long on a pour like this. I'll keep my desk job and leave the blue collar work to these guys, and be sure to pay them extra for their time and effort.
My goodness it was funny to watch my dad react to this..
WHY and WHO FINISH TROWELS A FOOTING??? Watching those guys bang into each other and using edgers was funny
As I stay up to date on your house build, we are erecting a new building on the grounds of my place of employment. I have the pleasure of seeing these things in practice! Thank you for the excellent videos!
Always love watching your videos. It took me about a week to get caught up on the spec house videos. Now I find myself eagerly waiting for the next video to be posted! Love what you're doing here. Keep up the great work!
Absolutely love the narration and choice of vocabulary. So well spoken and EVERYTHING you said was 💯. Just subscribed
Most folks don't get it, but that job is simply a thing of beauty. A wise man builds his house upon the rock. Spiritually and in construction.
Oh man I could feel the anxiety build as the truck pulled up. Too much/many is always enough. I love that!
Essential Craftsman and a cup of coffee is the best Saturday morning a guy could ask for!!!
Learn something new everyday with Scott!
Just excellent! I’m so excited to learn new stuff after all these years! Well done my friend 👍👍👍😎🇨🇱
I've said it before but this series is fantastic.
Probably be another 20 years before I get to use any of these skills bit your presentation and attitude are second to none.
Well done, looks like a great group of guys! Someone you’d want to work with, and know that you would have a fun day!
Shoot, the batch plants here don't give a hoot who you are using for pumping, and the mud gets there whenever it gets there
I was just working on my car and had to take a break and run inside with my phone when I got the notification for this 😂
Thank you. I really enjoy this series. Take care