The Obama Jesus swag Thermal insulation doesn't do much for sound isolation. It works great for sound treatment (i.e. to kill reflections in the room and make everything sound clearer) but the only thing that isolates sound is mass. Meaning 3-5 layers of drywall is the best way to kill sound. There are products (like Green Glue, hanging clips, etc.) that may or may not allow for fewer layers of drywall, as well as some mounting techniques (like floating walls, ceiling, and floor - leave 1/4" gap between all surfaces - nothing touches - and use special flexible caulk) but the main principal remains - the heavier the walls and the ceiling the less sound will get through.
Some people, myself included enjoy working alone. You just figure it out. With knowledge of leverage, proper tools, clamps etc there is almost always a way to do a great job.
Nice to see you do the extra work to block out those old exterior-facing windows. Some people are lazy and don't do this with their additions and it looks awkward.
nonarac88 I know that the answer to your question and the way G7130 answered it doesn’t seem to get you any closer to an answer than when you asked it. But he is in telling the truth. When you asked the question 4 months ago I hope you bought the materials then. If you haven’t, well hopefully your not in a hurry. Commodities are through the roof compared to three months ago. Dimensional lumber and OSB has doubled and tripled the last couple of months. A 2x4 -8’ stud was in the low 3$ range then now it’s almost not it’s closer to 8$ 2x6-12’ was 6$ now is 14$, 1/2” 4x8’ OSB was 9$ it’s now 24$. These prices are dictated by the natural disasters from Hurricanes and forest fires. But the show must go on. While these are the times where commodities traders look forward to because they may have been holding rail car loads of lumber in a reload load center , waiting til no one can fill an order and he’ll make all the money. But from being on both sides of the yard, these spikes in prices don’t last forever, but the big box stores have to get to flip out of all there stock they bought generally listening to a mill direct broker who bought the farm. If you have time. I suggest take your time and buy when the Market is back to notmsl👏😋
This video has been watched hundreds of thousands of times. You are the first person to notice that I notched the post and the beam is bolted and sitting on the post. Thanks for watching
I was thinking of just doing a lean to shed against the back, but that is a bad idea. This is send choice. It is not a house per se but a spare building for a large spa. Converted to a shop. I need more room now and limited to how far behind the shop I can go. There is a Fig Tree (bush) i don’t want to disturb that is about 11’ out near one end. I am surprised you didn’t use 4x4 pressure treated lumber for the corners of floor joist. The current shop is concrete but the addition will be pier and beam like yours. I plan on using metal siding and roofing than insulation. Or better yet. I can hire you! 😉
HM, I'm going to need you to do a re-do or a 2.0 of this where you hold our hands through each step(foundation,walls,roof,etc...)help, XD ,5 part series please. #helplesshomeowner
What did you do to the flooring that you built out past the original concrete porch? Under the wood beams???... is that a different insulation???... what is keeping it there??? Thanks
The Handyman, you clearly are skilled, hard working, and resourceful. Your effort should be rewarded long-term. Please, for the sake of your future, wear a proper respirator when working with insulation or fiberboard siding.
Excellent video. Thank you. I'm building a 6x10 bump-out to my kitchen and this video helped a lot. Your excellent attention to detail waterproofing the roof looked hard, as well as sheetrocking the closet. Time-consuming. Curious why a small 3x5 deck, since there's space, why not 6x8 or so? Great video!
This was more like watch me build a room rather than how to. I know nothing about construction. So I do have some questions. How do you level the floor and prepare the foundation? Why did you use batch insulation for the floor ( that's what it looked like to me) rather than spray? Or can you even use the drywall? Type insulation on the floor RMAX?
I'm looking to do something similar, would the timber sweat if i was to rockwool in between the wall and ceiling joists and then put insulated plasterboard over it all and then plaster it ,is there a way to be sure the wood won't get all moulded in the space of a year coz the lack of air circulation
Thanks for taking the time to comment. I'm thinking about getting a better camera to film with I'm using a go pro hero 4 silver right now. If you liked this video you might like the one I just uploaded. ua-cam.com/video/R6ATi6fMT6I/v-deo.html
I know screws are preferred on fences as nails will work their way loose or out over time. Why do they use nails for houses? Time & cost? Any other reasons? Also I always watch your entire videos and thumbs up. Thanks.
That was what I was thinking. I didn’t see a layer of osb sheathing or anything but in the frame before the floor joists were wide open so not sure what’s keeping the critters out other than the batan insulation.
This video was uploaded back Jan 2016. It's nearly 5 years later. How's the living space since? Any other feedback you can add? I was thinking I needed a full foundation. You chose footers. Was this part of the consideration to keep cost down? Thanks.
@@ishowyouapple evidently you have no clue on material costs, -lumber, sheeting, weatherproofing, doors, shingles, drywall, tape, screws, mud, paint, flooring , insulation... $1000 ? Maybe in a fucking dreamland
Great video ..can I do the same concept but not removing the cover but using it as my top and for the exterior panel one only ?what are your suggestion kindly.. thanks again
are those kinds of foundations okay for a room addition? It would be much cheaper and easier but I'm not sure if it would pass inspection. I live in Cali, does anyone know?
Handyman! Old video, but help me out here. I have the exact same siding on my house. I’ve been told not to remove it for fear it may be asbestos siding.. Even had a siding company tell me they would NOT remove it, only go over top of it with foam board and new siding.. am I gonna die if I wear a good mask and eye protection? It seems like they’re being overly cautious.
Great work! How deep did you go with the post footings? What did you use to cover around the opening of the post footings? Look like you sprayed concrete? Thanks a great work again!
Mr handyman great video !! I got a question how deep those footings have to be I am planning on adding an extra room to my house i live in Illinois ?? TYI!
I'm curious. Where do you live? I live in Pennsylvania and the first winter/spring here with the ground rising/falling with the freeze would tear that thing right off my house. We MUST have a foundation that extends to three feet underground to prevent this. I'm looking at doing this and the foundation made from concrete blocks would cost around $700 with me doing all the work, unless I build on piers like you. Have you had any issues with the piers in the last 6 years?
Thing about doing something like this at my house but a huge master bath and closet. But what I like the most that you did it yourself. looks like you 1 man it alone. which Is really where Im at. But great job. I do wonder why 2x6 walls for the extra insulation in the winter? or snow build up something like that. But great job
T1-11? So it's weather proof? That was my biggest hurdle. My architect was saying this addition doesn't "have" to be on crawlspace but insulating would be impossible on piers
I want build a house and save better, and attach a room with bathroom ,living space and a kitchen area in one room, how big should the house be to accommodate a room that size on 451.5 square foot of land
Can you make a DIY or link me to someone who can make an extension using cinder block or brick, because I live in South Florida, and there are certain building codes to abide by.
Just curious why you didn't set ledgers, adjust the original ridge or add crickets to the front rafters and build off the existing gable. It looks good but for what you used in materials and so forth you could have had a more refined result. Were you limited by code or permits some how? I'm not being negative about your craftsmanship, it is nicely done. Just wondering why you didn't just extend what was already there. You would have had a loft or at least a small bonus room by incorporating 2x10 joists/collar ties to create your ceiling or had a nice open space with high ceilings and a couple skylights. Just some thoughts I guess.
@@TheHandyman1 aaaah that makes sense! For some reason I was thinking this was your home addition. Nice work, I subbed and watch a lot of your videos. I like your cleanliness and professionalism. Your a good example of the existence of good, experienced contractors!
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The Handyman what insulation would you recommend for thermal and sound control?
I don't know much about sound insulation. I always use the maximum amount of insulation that the cavity allows for.
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Thermal insulation doesn't do much for sound isolation. It works great for sound treatment (i.e. to kill reflections in the room and make everything sound clearer) but the only thing that isolates sound is mass. Meaning 3-5 layers of drywall is the best way to kill sound. There are products (like Green Glue, hanging clips, etc.) that may or may not allow for fewer layers of drywall, as well as some mounting techniques (like floating walls, ceiling, and floor - leave 1/4" gap between all surfaces - nothing touches - and use special flexible caulk) but the main principal remains - the heavier the walls and the ceiling the less sound will get through.
Nope. Its your hands. :-)
A fairly healthy human being on a beautiful day doing something extremely productive that does require some skill. Refreshing
Great!
Some skills? This type of project can't be done by 99% of the U.S. population, I'm sure!
its not that hard.......... lol
demo
floorjoists/subfloor
frame
insulation
drywall
Roof joists/roof
done
It's such rewarding work. It's very peaceful if customers don't watch you.
I DON'T UNDERSTAND PEOPLE DOING REPAIRS WITHOUT FRIENDS AND FAMILY PITCHING IN .
Some people, myself included enjoy working alone. You just figure it out. With knowledge of leverage, proper tools, clamps etc there is almost always a way to do a great job.
Your AMAZING! I love how you work alone. I need you in my city, the Contractors out here are lazy & over priced.
Thanks,
Contractors in my city won't even call me back!
In our area -- way out in the country -- you are luck to have a contractor even reply. I'm tempted to get a license myself!
Permits to do this as diy alone are crazy!
its worst in Australia
Nice to see you do the extra work to block out those old exterior-facing windows. Some people are lazy and don't do this with their additions and it looks awkward.
It would have been great to see how you made the closet against the old window. The finish is very nice.
AWESOME job Bud! A man who can do all that by himself is alright in my book!
Thanks Big Country!
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Bro u did a hell of a job! I do this myself & honestly I have to say u r truly a professional!
Binge watching your videos starting from the beginning lol. Being sure to comment and thumbs up on each one! Great work
Hey there! I know this is a little old but im curious what the total cost of this addition was, thanks!
Cost is relative to time, location, materials etc.
Still looking for a real answer.
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nonarac88 I know that the answer to your question and the way G7130 answered it doesn’t seem to get you any closer to an answer than when you asked it. But he is in telling the truth. When you asked the question 4 months ago I hope you bought the materials then. If you haven’t, well hopefully your not in a hurry. Commodities are through the roof compared to three months ago. Dimensional lumber and OSB has doubled and tripled the last couple of months. A 2x4 -8’ stud was in the low 3$ range then now it’s almost not it’s closer to 8$ 2x6-12’ was 6$ now is 14$, 1/2” 4x8’ OSB was 9$ it’s now 24$. These prices are dictated by the natural disasters from Hurricanes and forest fires. But the show must go on. While these are the times where commodities traders look forward to because they may have been holding rail car loads of lumber in a reload load center , waiting til no one can fill an order and he’ll make all the money. But from being on both sides of the yard, these spikes in prices don’t last forever, but the big box stores have to get to flip out of all there stock they bought generally listening to a mill direct broker who bought the farm. If you have time. I suggest take your time and buy when the Market is back to notmsl👏😋
5.40 on 2x4x8 at HD today
Would love all the extra footage you can dig up on this GOAT video.
I like the post to floor joist connections,, you notched the post and sent bolts through...good deal!!!
This video has been watched hundreds of thousands of times. You are the first person to notice that I notched the post and the beam is bolted and sitting on the post. Thanks for watching
The Handyman YES to me it is a huge structural advantage,. Did my shed like that. anything I ever build will be done this way..
He was the first one to comment on it.... I'm sure plenty of carpenters like myself noticed.
room looks nicely built from just one person good job
Thanks for the comment.
I was thinking of just doing a lean to shed against the back, but that is a bad idea.
This is send choice.
It is not a house per se but a spare building for a large spa. Converted to a shop. I need more room now and limited to how far behind the shop I can go. There is a Fig Tree (bush) i don’t want to disturb that is about 11’ out near one end.
I am surprised you didn’t use 4x4 pressure treated lumber for the corners of floor joist. The current shop is concrete but the addition will be pier and beam like yours. I plan on using metal siding and roofing than insulation.
Or better yet.
I can hire you! 😉
HM, I'm going to need you to do a re-do or a 2.0 of this where you hold our hands through each step(foundation,walls,roof,etc...)help, XD ,5 part series please. #helplesshomeowner
Nice. I'm thinking about adding on to my house as well.
What did you do to the flooring that you built out past the original concrete porch? Under the wood beams???... is that a different insulation???... what is keeping it there???
Thanks
The Handyman, you clearly are skilled, hard working, and resourceful. Your effort should be rewarded long-term. Please, for the sake of your future, wear a proper respirator when working with insulation or fiberboard siding.
Excellent video. Thank you. I'm building a 6x10 bump-out to my kitchen and this video helped a lot. Your excellent attention to detail waterproofing the roof looked hard, as well as sheetrocking the closet. Time-consuming. Curious why a small 3x5 deck, since there's space, why not 6x8 or so? Great video!
How.much will.your bump out cost you?
I'd like to see an update to find out how the roof is doing. I'm not sure it has enough slope to shed rainwater adequately.
How much does a project like this cost as far as materials? Was it worth it as far as the value of the house goes?
Thanks!
This was more like watch me build a room rather than how to. I know nothing about construction. So I do have some questions. How do you level the floor and prepare the foundation? Why did you use batch insulation for the floor ( that's what it looked like to me) rather than spray? Or can you even use the drywall? Type insulation on the floor RMAX?
I cant wait to get my first house.. I will be doing this. So awesome!
About how much does an addition like that cost for material sir?
Cool calm and collective!!! great video man I love the detail!!
Can you please explain the steps you took to make all this!
Excellent job . Just wondering I didn’t see and heat or return air vents .
I'm looking to do something similar, would the timber sweat if i was to rockwool in between the wall and ceiling joists and then put insulated plasterboard over it all and then plaster it ,is there a way to be sure the wood won't get all moulded in the space of a year coz the lack of air circulation
Great video and thanks for sharing! I am not a fan of the lens you used but no complaints other than that!
Thanks for taking the time to comment. I'm thinking about getting a better camera to film with I'm using a go pro hero 4 silver right now. If you liked this video you might like the one I just uploaded. ua-cam.com/video/R6ATi6fMT6I/v-deo.html
Thanks for responding! I will check it out :)
what do u do if your ceiling beam measures longer than the 2x6?
How much did this whole project cost in materials?
How much more cost effective is it building the addon as a flat roof vs removing the roofing and extending the existing roof line?
Palm nailer for the win. I used that to build my decks!
Didn’t need the hangers with bearing wall underneath, oh well
there's nothing more that makes me want a husband like a man who builds
I know screws are preferred on fences as nails will work their way loose or out over time. Why do they use nails for houses? Time & cost? Any other reasons? Also I always watch your entire videos and thumbs up. Thanks.
How much did you spend on this project? Thinking about adding an extension like this. Thanks
What kind of product do you put on the under-side of the floor joists? Thank you.
That was what I was thinking. I didn’t see a layer of osb sheathing or anything but in the frame before the floor joists were wide open so not sure what’s keeping the critters out other than the batan insulation.
How is single top plate to code? Unless you are down south and no snow?
I also work alone. I really enjoy doing small additions like this.
This video was uploaded back Jan 2016. It's nearly 5 years later. How's the living space since? Any other feedback you can add? I was thinking I needed a full foundation. You chose footers. Was this part of the consideration to keep cost down? Thanks.
Still going strong. It is a rental. Cost to do a foundation wall was an extra $30k
Beautiful work but definitely I would have put it different roof on Beside the flat roof definitely going to have problems
I don’t have any working knowledge in construction, but is that okay without concrete foundation?
Roof condensation !!!!!!! Installing a good vapour barrier underneath the rafters !!!!!!
What is the sq ft added and what is the estimated cost if you do it yourself with friends....
Will I need a city permit for that ?
How much would something like this cost? I'd like to have this done to my house.
Wondering as well this is nice
Found in comments, 5000 in materials
Can we get the size of the room, and a rough estimate of how much everything cost for the supplies to build the room?
Marcus Anthony good question I say around 8k in materials
Marcus Jones Exklusive Filmz 8k no way this is like $1000 max
@@ishowyouapple evidently you have no clue on material costs, -lumber, sheeting, weatherproofing, doors, shingles, drywall, tape, screws, mud, paint, flooring , insulation... $1000 ? Maybe in a fucking dreamland
BEAUTIFUL
Love it
Good job
I see your list of tools and like many, however I don't see your palm nailer listed. How well does it work and should someone buy one?
Here is the link to the one I have. Its probably 8 years old and still works great. amzn.to/2ReKFym
How much did it cost you to do that you did a good job
How cold does the room get in the winter compared to rest of house? I didn't see you put any heat runs in there.
There is heat.
Do you have a video showing how you ran your electrical?
Great video ..can I do the same concept but not removing the cover but using it as my top and for the exterior panel one only ?what are your suggestion kindly.. thanks again
nice video, how much did it cost?
I may have missed it. But what type of pitch did you use for the roof?
are those kinds of foundations okay for a room addition? It would be much cheaper and easier but I'm not sure if it would pass inspection. I live in Cali, does anyone know?
Man just wat I’m looking to do to my house now, sir I’m telling u it looks great and u made it look easy as hell seriously, great job sir
Handyman! Old video, but help me out here. I have the exact same siding on my house. I’ve been told not to remove it for fear it may be asbestos siding.. Even had a siding company tell me they would NOT remove it, only go over top of it with foam board and new siding.. am I gonna die if I wear a good mask and eye protection? It seems like they’re being overly cautious.
Great because I just got a small house may need to close off the back porch
This turned out great 👍 👌 👏
Hey how much did this addition cost??
What did you do for underneath the addition? Anything to prevent rodents from getting into insulation under floor?
How long did this take you?
How much did you charge?
Great work! How deep did you go with the post footings? What did you use to cover around the opening of the post footings? Look like you sprayed concrete? Thanks a great work again!
I don’t have a room how much would this be in total to make
Y’all pull permits in your state?
Shame you skipped the part on the timber joists and sub floor ... that's a part many people are interested in!
I know that you put the ceiling joists on 12 in centers but what is span for those 2x8's.
Mr handyman great video !! I got a question how deep those footings have to be I am planning on adding an extra room to my house i live in Illinois ?? TYI!
They have to go below frost line. You can look up what your frost line is on the google.
The Handyman thanks for reply !🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Please do a step by with all electrical wiring work shown also.
I'm curious. Where do you live? I live in Pennsylvania and the first winter/spring here with the ground rising/falling with the freeze would tear that thing right off my house. We MUST have a foundation that extends to three feet underground to prevent this.
I'm looking at doing this and the foundation made from concrete blocks would cost around $700 with me doing all the work, unless I build on piers like you. Have you had any issues with the piers in the last 6 years?
how did you do the ceiling by yourself w/o someone holding the sheetrock or material you used?
Thing about doing something like this at my house but a huge master bath and closet. But what I like the most that you did it yourself. looks like you 1 man it alone. which Is really where Im at. But great job. I do wonder why 2x6 walls for the extra insulation in the winter? or snow build up something like that. But great job
+The Escaladeator the 2x6 walls was for more insulation. I have done a master bath project similar to this but a lot smaller.
How's those little 4x4 post hold this room up I wish I showed that part
They are not 4x4 they are 6x6 and notched to have the double beam sit into it.
Are them the old asbestos shingles that are used to use one side of the older homes just asking?.
Not sure. I didn't get them tested.
Great project. Doing something similar soon. How did you enclose under joists to hold in the insulation?? Just pressure treated plywood?
4x8 sheets of siding.
T1-11? So it's weather proof? That was my biggest hurdle. My architect was saying this addition doesn't "have" to be on crawlspace but insulating would be impossible on piers
Also. Did you put vapor barrier for insulation in the floor joists?
I’m curious what’s did this cost
I'm guessing you don't get much rain so no need to worry about damp & mould?
I want build a house and save better, and attach a room with bathroom ,living space and a kitchen area in one room, how big should the house be to accommodate a room that size on 451.5 square foot of land
Before you build the additonal room how in square foot hoow big was your house?
Wish I would've happened upon your site sooner. Could've saved me a lot money and headaches.
About how much was the total cost?
What tool did you use for the joist hangers to nail them in? I'm working in a tight area and cant get my hammer or a punch into the section. Thanks.
This video will till you about it. ua-cam.com/video/9zxVypujSiQ/v-deo.html
thanks for sharing your projects, they are very helpful.
you the man.....handyman,
You are welcome. Thanks for taking the time to leave me a comment
Can you make a DIY or link me to someone who can make an extension using cinder block or brick, because I live in South Florida, and there are certain building codes to abide by.
How much would it cost to build a 10X8 addition ?
Just curious why you didn't set ledgers, adjust the original ridge or add crickets to the front rafters and build off the existing gable. It looks good but for what you used in materials and so forth you could have had a more refined result. Were you limited by code or permits some how? I'm not being negative about your craftsmanship, it is nicely done. Just wondering why you didn't just extend what was already there. You would have had a loft or at least a small bonus room by incorporating 2x10 joists/collar ties to create your ceiling or had a nice open space with high ceilings and a couple skylights. Just some thoughts I guess.
The customer was on a limited budget
@@TheHandyman1 aaaah that makes sense! For some reason I was thinking this was your home addition. Nice work, I subbed and watch a lot of your videos. I like your cleanliness and professionalism. Your a good example of the existence of good, experienced contractors!
Talented!!! What would you charge for this?
Did you put any insulation or moisture barrier under the floor?
That same addition would probably cost double today. Great early video.
doing it all by his self now that's sum work great work at that
How much was the project and how long did it take?
joab giron that’s my question
How did you do the footings?
How much does this cost?
Did you pour any concrete foundation and footings?
Yes they go below the frost line.
The Handyman
How deep the 6x6 goes in the ground?
This should’ve been an hour-long video!
Does it not need a foundation for an addition?
It is on concrete piers that go 4 fee into the ground.
Ho much did it cost or an estimate?
How much did this cost outside of thw needed tools?
Wow that’s amazing my friend. thank you for sharing I’m also trying to build a extra room.