DIY Concrete Foundation for a Room Addition or ADU

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  • Опубліковано 17 вер 2024
  • In this video we show you how to build, setup and pour a concrete foundation for a room addition, ADU, or even a garage. The homeowner did all of the plumbing and underground work here which made the job easier for us to setup the foundation and pour it out! We hope you all enjoy and Don't forget to LIKE, SHARE, SUBSCRIBE and COMMENT any questions you may have!
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  • @stephenscott4655
    @stephenscott4655 Рік тому +8

    Hours scouring UA-cam and Google for how to box out a shower like this and your video is the only one that shows how it's done. Thank you!

    • @rjc0234
      @rjc0234 10 днів тому

      Exactly the same here

  • @rjc0234
    @rjc0234 10 днів тому +1

    No doubt the best video on UA-cam, maybe the internet, about this subject. The skill and talent really shows in this video, Big respect for people who are OK with being filmed for work.

  • @Ti0Luch0
    @Ti0Luch0 2 роки тому +7

    No bullshit music and a real explanation of what is going on. Subscribed.

  • @ivanwill
    @ivanwill 3 роки тому +135

    Watching these videos is like going to trade school, and actually learning a trade. Thanks for taking the time to share your skills...!

  • @sydsyd
    @sydsyd 3 роки тому +9

    The amount of details in this job is huge!
    Excellent work! 👍👍👍👍👍

  • @douglasmacomber2277
    @douglasmacomber2277 2 роки тому +2

    You didn't disappoint 👍
    45 years in carpentry and masonry along with other things. I always keep and open mind!! Thats how you learn and get better at you're Kraft!!
    I learned a few new things from your video!! Ty very much Hi from Boston🖐

  • @garyb5889
    @garyb5889 3 роки тому +5

    You guys are the real deal. Salute to you and the homeowner! Awesome. Thanks!!

  • @russelanderson5856
    @russelanderson5856 8 місяців тому +2

    I appreciate your knowledge and your willingness to share. I've been in the tile industry for 48 years, contracting for 35. Learned a lot along the way about various trades but not critical details on concrete. I'll certainly be utilizing your offerings as I begin doing smaller room additions and such now that I'm retiring from daily contracting. Thanks for bringing us along.

  • @MCMXI1
    @MCMXI1 3 роки тому +34

    You always offer so much great detail in your narration. This one is exceptional. Keep on...

  • @slippinslidewayz
    @slippinslidewayz Рік тому +2

    All the contractors I know have nothing but respect for roofers, but I roofed for quite a while and I have nothing but respect for concrete contractors. Keep your backs strong and pockets full boys! Great work!

    • @OdellCompleteConcrete
      @OdellCompleteConcrete  Рік тому

      I understand
      Ty

    • @MrDeano-eu9rg
      @MrDeano-eu9rg 4 місяці тому

      That's weird, in Australia both roof tilers abd roof plumbers aswell as conceters are dodgy and overpriced...usually

  • @UncleSarkis
    @UncleSarkis 3 роки тому +11

    I love watching your videos and your discussion not only about the concrete, but also about some of the other aspects related to the job AFTER your part is complete.

  • @davidschwartz5127
    @davidschwartz5127 2 роки тому

    In the 50s and 60s Residential/ Commercial Concrete Construction was the family business when I was growing up and with my Uncle, Brother, and Brother-in-law all branching off and starting their own firm's labor was in much demand. So by the time I graduated from High School, I knew the trade Residental side well but Uncle Sam called and I was off to war. They made me into an Electrician and I never look back after that. Other than code changes I see the trade has not changed much, one, thing though is the kneeboards, wow great, what a time saver, and the rebar shear, (we used bolt cutters), in my day that would have been concrete block and wire mesh job except for the foundation tie into the house. I really enjoy watching you and your crew getten-er-done.

  • @beandrive
    @beandrive 3 роки тому +7

    Beautiful job. When I was growing up in Indio, Ca, my Dad used to do the ground work and setting up the rebar and 2x lumber when working on the family home. I watered the finished cement for days after the pour. I like the way you make each job personal and treat each job like it was your project that you were working on. Your pride in workmanship shows.

  • @AlaskaWild
    @AlaskaWild Рік тому +8

    Awesome explanation while working! Thank you for breaking things down so well for us.

  • @vinceagnes
    @vinceagnes 3 роки тому +21

    Really great presentation. Well thought out and developed. I learned a number of tips. My hat is off to the home owner! I am also a serious DIY but have never undertaken o project of this magnitude. My wife won’t let me attempt constructing a master bedroom suite on our existing house, so I’ll have to work with a contracter!

  • @lucafigueiredo6005
    @lucafigueiredo6005 Рік тому

    Love how in depth and calm he is explaining step by step....

  • @user-qo3jh9mn1t
    @user-qo3jh9mn1t 3 роки тому +33

    This was the first time I've heard about the plastic forms. WOW! Even though you didn't use them in this video I hope you'll do a video showing them. They are so cool! I have a big project and will definitely order some. I've always hated trashing boards for forms and now I won't have to. Thanks. I love how your videos are informative and real without all the BS and personality others seem to have to put in. Just getting the job done.

  • @jmconcretecoloradosprings
    @jmconcretecoloradosprings 3 роки тому +2

    Very pleasing to watch every step. Even when I'm away from work. I'm happiest watching concrete get poured.

  • @kaycox5555
    @kaycox5555 3 роки тому +26

    Learned alot, thank you. Looks great.

  • @zarachyah9965
    @zarachyah9965 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for posting. I’m learning a lot from your videos. God bless Odell

  • @hjd832
    @hjd832 3 роки тому +3

    I just wish I was fit enough to do this myself. At least I can check on whether someone that I employ is doing things correctly. Thanks for sharing.

  • @omnivore8225
    @omnivore8225 Рік тому

    I have to say that I'm impressed. Watching how experts go through their process allows us to understand the value of the experience it has taken to get to this level of craftsmanship. The ONLY thing that this DIY'er can see that was missing from this video was the way the re-bar ties into the existing foundation were brought in to line with the planned slab. (Yes, I know it seems obvious but, as said I'm a DIY'er.) Nice Messrs O'Dell. Much appreciated. Thank You.

  • @michaelc.3812
    @michaelc.3812 3 роки тому +9

    Good commentary, thanks. And I appreciate your talking about curing, as concrete is a chemical reaction that hardens over time and does best with watering. It eventually drys, but the cure is the key.

  • @rayunseitig6367
    @rayunseitig6367 3 роки тому +2

    Much better than the classes I had with the carpenters union.

  • @californiahandball
    @californiahandball 3 роки тому +6

    Great job! Both Odell and the homeowner. I would like to see his finished product of that addition.

  • @Cproductions1319
    @Cproductions1319 2 місяці тому

    This is the right way to do things ❤❤❤ much love.

  • @tvanloon3995
    @tvanloon3995 3 роки тому +14

    Nice work! Would love to see the finished room addition.

  • @sheppodiddly
    @sheppodiddly 2 роки тому

    This is almost ASMR! Reminds me of watching golf! Really helpful.and informative, keep it up! 👍

  • @oregonguy71
    @oregonguy71 3 роки тому +7

    I appreciate your detailed narrative. Very informative! 👍
    Al in Portland OR

  • @rom14141
    @rom14141 3 роки тому +5

    Great video. The whole time I was thinking it would've been cool if the homeowner went with concrete walls too, maybe even cheaper than wood frame with the current cost of lumber.

    • @OdellCompleteConcrete
      @OdellCompleteConcrete  3 роки тому +1

      Great point!
      Maybe some day

    • @joshlopez1290
      @joshlopez1290 3 роки тому +1

      Still have to use lumber to form it up, maybe cmu or icf is the way to go now

    • @kirkdunn1379
      @kirkdunn1379 Рік тому

      Concrete walls are nightmare....electrical, plumbing hanging cabinets, drywall...its way more difficult

  • @tsetendorjee9040
    @tsetendorjee9040 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you very much you are share us how to Concrete Foundation for a Room Addition.

  • @highster
    @highster 3 роки тому +9

    I worked with an engineer in CA for 40 years. There is such a thing as over reinforcing concrete. #3 @ 18"o.c. is better for slab on grade. Anchor bolt spacing is tied to the shear wall above. if your shear walls are over 6' long, 5/8" AB @ 48"o.c. probably would have been fine. Too bad engineers are so expensive because they can save the cost of needless over design. Over design is not better. It is simply a waste of resources. Don't forget to cut crack control joints. Great job. Great video.

    • @OdellCompleteConcrete
      @OdellCompleteConcrete  3 роки тому +4

      I believe over engineering is a real issue of concern

    • @cruzreyes6638
      @cruzreyes6638 Рік тому

      unfortunally ACI code requires a min on 0.0018bh for minimum reinforcement to minimize cracking this is also noted on the latest version of the CBC. as an example 0.0018(4"thick by 18" strip) = 0.1296 square inch of steel and a #3 is 0.11 square inch which is less than allowed by code).

  • @AprilGreen-u4u
    @AprilGreen-u4u 4 дні тому

    This video really helped me grasp the concept!

  • @shakejones
    @shakejones 2 роки тому +4

    always great to see the ODELL CREW do their thing - its artful! when people love and respect what they do, its not work - its art! well done mate! thanks for sharing!

  • @rrssmooth6643
    @rrssmooth6643 3 роки тому +1

    I like your detail in the video.

  • @BCGarts
    @BCGarts 3 роки тому +5

    This is an incredibly helpful video, thank you for taking the time to make it.

  • @petera.watters4459
    @petera.watters4459 2 роки тому

    Love watching pro's do nice work!!

  • @fckurvtc
    @fckurvtc 3 роки тому +4

    I appreciate all that you have shared with us over the years. Your hard work and knowledge base is valued.

  • @anarekist
    @anarekist 3 роки тому +2

    wow, you know a great deal, thank you so much. great video as well! the addition of the drone footage! thank you for that unique perspective

  • @boubafit1
    @boubafit1 3 роки тому +8

    Love your working details and explaining the steps.

  • @Syfyany
    @Syfyany 3 роки тому

    Excellent work raises the company's reputation Thanks for taking the time to sharing

  • @raymondjr.1080
    @raymondjr.1080 3 роки тому +16

    Your jobs are always amazing, I would love to see what the finished product look like after the room it's completed.

  • @stevensimmons998
    @stevensimmons998 3 роки тому

    Still kicking butt and laying them down! Another killer job! Best on UA-cam and the West Coast! Tell those other clowns keep working on their tans!

  • @localcrew
    @localcrew 3 роки тому +3

    It’s the rare do-it-yourself homeowner who knows what he’s doing. 👍

  • @Anthny1
    @Anthny1 2 місяці тому

    I'm not a builder, but this was so satisfying. Thanks!

  • @ESCAPEGOAT.
    @ESCAPEGOAT. 3 роки тому +4

    Great Job as always, love watching your videos!

  • @whyme5024
    @whyme5024 3 роки тому +1

    High quality work with each detail explained well. Thanks.

  • @tpshunter72
    @tpshunter72 3 роки тому +7

    Love watching hard work being done on my day off 😂

  • @darwindwelle5267
    @darwindwelle5267 3 роки тому +1

    Yep as always a beautiful job. Your a real pro-David and a lot of pride in your work and it shows.

  • @mvecc92
    @mvecc92 3 роки тому +3

    Great videos I have a few questions.
    1. How long did this total process take?
    2. How long did just the concrete pour take?
    3 thanks for the answers my man!’

  • @johnnydominguez4360
    @johnnydominguez4360 3 роки тому +1

    That is a bad ass job good work I learned a lot from this videos good teaching thank you very much keep up the good work.

  • @Alberto7tube
    @Alberto7tube 2 місяці тому +7

    We love our Mexicans 🇲🇽😃👍

    • @lancebuttermore5973
      @lancebuttermore5973 Місяць тому

      If they are citizens you love Americans. If illegal then yeah Mexicans.

  • @luisc40
    @luisc40 3 роки тому

    I don't know much about concrete but I love your Work .

  • @corneilcorneil
    @corneilcorneil 3 роки тому +11

    10 dislikes? Possible from people who are to lazy to do it the correct way

    • @patbutchergodess
      @patbutchergodess 3 роки тому +3

      I can only imagine it’s other concrete firms lol

    • @mr.ndirangumwaura9936
      @mr.ndirangumwaura9936 10 місяців тому

      Yes. What he's doing would never get approved in many countries

    • @nevinkuser9892
      @nevinkuser9892 10 місяців тому +1

      There are no dislikes anymore. Well you can't see em anyways.

  • @alex1_1_2
    @alex1_1_2 3 роки тому +1

    Nice job. A lot of work for a small extra room

  • @balloney2175
    @balloney2175 3 роки тому +3

    "DIY" with lots of assistants, but I'm impressed with his work.

  • @dgb5820
    @dgb5820 3 роки тому +1

    Incredible video production and highly professional job you give your industry a good name

  • @dylantrinder1571
    @dylantrinder1571 3 роки тому +5

    $65/board! Wood is expensive nowadays!

  • @Viramonsters
    @Viramonsters Місяць тому

    Perfect video would love the rest on how to build the rest of add on great video over all

  • @andrewferguson8032
    @andrewferguson8032 3 роки тому +3

    I sure hope the homeowner used Mobil 1 synthetic when he sprayed the boards

  • @mikejames663
    @mikejames663 3 роки тому

    Quality concrete practice, excellent finish.

  • @jasonlaker8723
    @jasonlaker8723 6 місяців тому

    Thanks for sharing your skills and knowledge mate, much appreciated.

  • @hilarioromero6028
    @hilarioromero6028 2 роки тому

    Nice. Clean. Professional.
    My respect 🙏 🙌

  • @richt2633
    @richt2633 5 місяців тому

    Excellent Videos and info Odell! Well narrated too!

  • @michaelwpaulin4876
    @michaelwpaulin4876 Місяць тому

    Nice Clean Job Guys!

  • @cv4875
    @cv4875 Рік тому +1

    I love these videos. I always learn so much from your techniques and recommendations.

  • @fingerfeller
    @fingerfeller 3 роки тому

    mirror finish on concrete , excellent work, thank you , very instructive

  • @ourmandan
    @ourmandan Рік тому

    your presentation is excellent. Thanks for the lesson

  • @resQ-av8r
    @resQ-av8r 3 роки тому

    these fantastic videos are helping build my owner builder confidence which I need since I cannot get labor to come up to my mountain top build site.

  • @Themheals
    @Themheals 20 днів тому

    I dont car what anyone thinks, this is art.

  • @arobertpetersen
    @arobertpetersen 3 роки тому +1

    Love your videos. I have some concrete work coming up and always get so much information watching your work.

  • @JordanBeagle
    @JordanBeagle 2 роки тому

    These videos are so satisfying

  • @Bestdealsffm
    @Bestdealsffm 3 роки тому

    Im learning so much becouse of your Videos! ☝️💯😎

  • @SolidMikeP
    @SolidMikeP Рік тому +1

    Great video man!

  • @40Figs
    @40Figs Місяць тому

    thank you for this video...hugely valuable resource!

  • @19993gt
    @19993gt 3 роки тому

    Once again thank you for the video Odell. And the detailed commentary.

    • @OdellCompleteConcrete
      @OdellCompleteConcrete  3 роки тому

      Glad you enjoyed it!

    • @dh3005
      @dh3005 3 роки тому

      HOW MANY EMPLOYEES DO YOU SUJJEST HAVING TO STARING A CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION CO.

  • @TheNotoriousNemo
    @TheNotoriousNemo 3 роки тому +1

    Looks great man

  • @donjaun540
    @donjaun540 Рік тому

    Thank you for sharing your hard work and talent. Great video.

  • @RossWilliamsDC
    @RossWilliamsDC 2 роки тому

    "Burning it black". I love it.

  • @brianmurphy8371
    @brianmurphy8371 2 місяці тому

    looks good but I would recommend to blow out the holes with more air pressure such as a air compressor using a air nozzle with a 6" stem. Getting as most of the dust out is important. Also, when installing the rebar into the hole after injecting the epoxy, I would twist it slowly into the hole and then pack the any extra around any voids.

  • @Stevenowski
    @Stevenowski 3 роки тому +1

    Impressive work! You're a true craftsman. 👍😎

  • @eduardodedios8213
    @eduardodedios8213 3 роки тому

    Another very well done job Mr Odell

  • @roboco302
    @roboco302 3 роки тому +1

    Concrete looks more like water! The setup was awesome!

  • @TheBrokenGuru
    @TheBrokenGuru 6 місяців тому +1

    Can someone explain how they got the form to where it is at the start of the video? Like how far they dug down for their foundation, and how wide, and if they had to clear off a couple of inches of the topsoil and how they did that to make it level, etc. I thought this said from scratch but they're already halfway into the project

  • @alexgrubb6640
    @alexgrubb6640 Рік тому +1

    I love your work

  • @Tlester
    @Tlester 3 роки тому

    Try suggesting stamping the slab, big savings on flooring. I stamped wood planks in mine and it turned out fantastic. Great job!

  • @downunda107
    @downunda107 3 роки тому

    ThankYou. Good communication and attention to detail. Your explanation paints a God picture! Stephen australia

  • @agrotte
    @agrotte 2 роки тому

    Great video showing the essential, Thanks for sharing your valuable experience....

  • @ezdeezytube
    @ezdeezytube 2 роки тому +2

    Great video. Love the DIY aspect to this. Looks like he dropped that shower stall about 2" in the slab. I always get confused why sometimes gravel is placed above the plastic liner like you did here, and other times below it.

  • @carlospatlan640
    @carlospatlan640 15 днів тому

    Dude, I'm normally not very easily impressed !!! My hat off to yo you and Homowner Great job 👍 👊

  • @alejandrovanags4948
    @alejandrovanags4948 2 роки тому

    Thanks for sharing. Very helpful to see all the details of the work

  • @theVanishingGladiator
    @theVanishingGladiator Рік тому

    Yep ~ great video!! Thank you! I’m inspired to move forward with my project!

  • @scottm3130
    @scottm3130 3 роки тому +1

    Another great job guys.

  • @peterdean5300
    @peterdean5300 3 роки тому

    Great job as always to the home owner also

  • @ranchero50
    @ranchero50 3 роки тому +2

    Very nice as always. I'm outsourcing a 18'x18'x4" slab pour in an old shed and the guy who's going to do it was impressed that I did the prep work so well and that we both watch your videos. :) I usually bag mix but this is too large and I don't have the gear / experience yet. Have you ever done a video on dealing with concrete trucks and special things to consider when using one? I want to do a couple slab pours later this summer for parking pads and am using this shed pour for the experience.

    • @OdellCompleteConcrete
      @OdellCompleteConcrete  3 роки тому

      That's great.
      I haven't did a dedicated video, but I talk about that in some videos

  • @Ojeramup12
    @Ojeramup12 2 роки тому

    You guys are the best!

  • @Kraber50
    @Kraber50 2 роки тому

    Schon das zweite Schalbrett saß schief, super.
    Already the second formboard sat crooked, great.

  • @pricillamonroe
    @pricillamonroe Рік тому

    Beautifully done.

  • @stephencovrig8373
    @stephencovrig8373 Рік тому

    Wow! Enjoyed watching!

  • @LivelyFL
    @LivelyFL Рік тому

    You do amazing work. Thanks for your video.