Have you watched the previous Episodes? If not, here you go: Building A Custom Home Playlist: ua-cam.com/play/PLODeOS9rFc-jZXdPJsauymKXnlNKHARdR.html Hope everyone is home safe, away from this super-virus! We're hanging in there out here in California.. Thoughts are with all of you! Bang-On!
These workers are professionals. Really impressed at the manner which they were able keep good balance while working at heights.Also showed good know-how and craftsmanship. Good job.
Dude, you are going to places. At young age (I assume you are very young) you have mastered carpentry like no other. I love all your videos. If some of you need to learn how to make an arch, there is no better video than this guy. Craftsmanship at a different skill level!!
Been enjoying you videos from the UK for a while now. Always superb content Matt ! You demonstrate great skill and professionalism beyond your years. Massive credit to your dad also. Its clear you all take pride in your builds and enjoy your work. Looking forward to video #9 !
Great vid as always! Between you and the Crazy Framer up in Canada, my building fix is satisfied. Just wish I weren't so damn old and crippled. Learning this stuff too late, BUT, it sure is enjoyable viewing. Stay safe.
At about the 15 min mark it looks like you are walking on a wall that is twice as thick, is there a reason to build a wall twice as thick or am I not seeing the wall correct. Thanks :)
Man....walking the walls like that just scares the crap out of me. I helped install trusses on Habitat for Humanity houses 20 years ago, but wouldn't even think about getting up there now. You do great work Matt!
Matt , Enjoy your videos keep up the good work it’s refreshing to see a young man put talent to work got a great work ethic keep up what you’re doing you definitely will go places.
Out of curiosity, how do plan on keeping water out where the smaller trusses attach to the great room? Isn’t that roof design a bit of a problem for water proofing?
Typically you build what I have always called a cricket on top of the trusses to divert the water. A cricket in this scenario would be a ridge at the center of the tall wall with valleys to divert the water to the ends of the wall. Here is the best example video I could find: ua-cam.com/video/6XE-6w0wMaw/v-deo.html - In this example I think most framers would just continue the lower roof line and over stack it onto the larger roof to avoid siding a gable and building a cricket but the video still gives a good explanation and visual of what a cricket is.
In Australia we string line and plumb each rafter tail individually incase there’s a variation in the rafters, we only do stick roofs tho so it’s interesting to see how it’s done on the other side of the world 🤙🏻
Only channel on here that is pure framing and how good is it man, I do it for a living and enjoy seeing how you guys do it, California framing is pretty much exact same as NSW Australia , you guys have noggins but no other Americans use em that I’ve seen , and just a lot of other things I notice we do the same, except we dont sheet walls and roofs, just some ply bracing here and there , so yea u would fit right in here haha and maybe I can slip right in there 🤔🤷♂️ any jobs goin? Hahhaa after this virus lol
Appreciate you like no other! Never know, maybe I'll end up in Australia one of these days! I'm all about showing how fun this stuff can be, it's not even a job anymore, it hasn't been for years. I just show up, build and get paid to have fun.
Matt, Pops is beast and old school to boot. I remember my first job, I was told if your not building you push a broom. Don’t ever get caught on your ass and be on time or take a ride.
@@MattBangsWood Just a little something passed down from the old guys, now I'm one of the old guys. We generally use a 2x6 on top instead of plywood. Keep up the great work and videos.
That roof that dives into that wall. What happens there to prevent water from getting into the house?. Do they build a saddle on the roof to pitch it out?
Why the pneumatic nail gun instead of the cordless? Seems it would be easier to use without the hose hanging around...or maybe it would be easier to drop?
To answer your question -- Yes, we all have our own guns, saws, impacts, etc.. Since we have a small crew, it's very easy. Jay's saw is spray painted pink, along with both his guns. I use a Skilsaw rather than a Makita. Q's Makita has a big "Q" across the top and my Dad's batteries all say "MP". While it sounds like a lot, it's very easy to figure out on-site. My nailgun has "PANELLA" engraved down the top of it, my Dad frames with one of the only NR83A left in existence and Jay's are pink, as mentioned above. Different markings is all. :)
I just stumbled onto your channel. I was in the construction industry as a truss designer for 33 years (retired now) and also as a draftsman who prepared working drawings for use out in the field. I must say, I'm quite impressed at the care, precision and quality you put into your craft. You all are very good at what you do. That's hard to find in today's world. I have 2 questions: 1. Why did the truss mfr. let the tails run wild and you had to come back and cut them plumb? in the field? That should have been taken care of in the truss plant. 2. You installed blocking between every truss at the outside bearing wall. How is air from the soffit supposed to get into the attic so it can be vented? Just curious. I thoroughly enjoyed your videos and you have a new subscriber. Keep up the great work!
hey matt, how you line-up trusses at the bottom corner, i have done that now and cant get them right, at the corner1 and corner2, always one is over or less :(
It's not something done here too often, typically higher end homes, or areas outside of CA is more common. Cool concept, they're nice to be in, that's for sure! As far as building them go? I can see it being quite a pain.
That house is coming together nicely, it's good seeing how this is done, makes more sense as to how my house is built :) as for the cloud cover, that's nothing, you should be here in Oklahoma.....
I have always wanted to become a framer but I dont know why I'm scared. I like your videos it makes me feel like I'm there working with you guys. Thank for your videos
@@davidceremony990 we did this on a build a few weeks ago and we had a 20mm difference in the ridge. We stringed the walls, so I guess it must have been the truss manufacturer...
@@Heaveho120 Yeah there is not much you can do if the manufacturing is off by that much. We always made sure that we lined up the bottom cords of the trusses to the same wall every time. Whoever is on that wall would be in charge of setting the truss in place before anyone nails it down. We would end up with 1/8"-1/4" (3mm-6mm) variance at the ridge. I'm sure you know that this method is way faster than setting the gables and running a string at the peak but you have to be able to rely on the truss manufacturer to build the trusses correctly. One thing to look for as far as consistency in the manufacturing of the trusses is the small heel on the bottom of the truss cord where it meets the tail of the top cord. If these aren't consistent then it will throw the ridge off. Imagine lifting the truss up at the exterior wall and how much that will move the ridge. The trusses are usually consistent but if you get trusses close to each other that are off in opposite directions (One with a smaller than average heel and another with a larger than average heel) then it will be noticeable at the ridge. It is the job of the installer on the control wall to monitor this and stop to sight down the ridge if something seems off.
I don't understand the small pieces attached on top of the trusses to connect them. wouldn't be stronger that part to be one solid beam from one side to the other and attach the trusses on it?
Typically you build what I have always called a cricket on top of the trusses to divert the water. A cricket in this scenario would be a ridge at the center of the tall wall with valleys to divert the water to the ends of the wall. Here is the best example video I could find: ua-cam.com/video/6XE-6w0wMaw/v-deo.html - In this example I think most framers would just continue the lower roof line and over stack it onto the larger roof to avoid siding a gable and building a cricket but the video still gives a good explanation and visual of what a cricket is.
I'll explain this very soon, great question! As David mentioned, we'll build what we call a 'cricket'. It'll shed water down the sides rather than pooling up at that location. Next video will show more on that!
I'm sure it doesn't phase you guys being on the roof like that, I'm sure if I was on the ridge I would freeze up and you guys would have to get me off with a crane 🤣 Looks amazing though! 🔨🔥👏
Could you cut the rafter tails like that with a sidewinder saw? Here on the east coast, you almost never see a worm-drive type rear handle saw, but it looks like just the right tool for doing straight down cuts.
Looks like a solid days work - enjoy your channel. Thank you for the videos. Now, what happened to Fox? Who is the new guy? Inquiring minds want to know, lol.
Jay has been with us since the first build we documented here, Fox came afterwards. Jay's our lead, he runs the majority of our builds. Fox framed with us for a few projects, now works with another local builder. We're a very tight knit community, the local framers kind of go wherever. I'm sure he'll be back eventually.
I was impressed to see the technique of making a house outside the country, different from my country, oya I want to ask, what wood or what type is used in your country when this video is shown sir?
I think I only fell out of my chair 3 or 4 times while you were balancing on top of the walls guiding the trusses to their resting places. Enjoying the videos and the top notch content , well done Matt Jr. There is one thing I just can't figure out...It could be the way I see it from your aerial footage... Why would the designer/architect choose to position the entrance/front of this beautifully built home, Staring towards a huge wall of dirt /rock materiel is beyond me. To me it would have more "frontage appeal" to position the front, torwards the entrance of the property.
Have you guys ever built a house with an offset? It's a rectangle divided in half by an 8 foot hallway,single story on one side,2 story on the other,bottom floor on the 2 story 4 feet below the floor on the single story.
Matt ... framing sequence looks on point. Quick question, how do you get ventilation in the attic if you have continuous blocking between the trusses at the bearing point.
Because it's a slab on grade foundation they have to run mechanicals in the attic they will insulated it like a wall and have it air tight as to not lose heating or cooling efficiency due to the attic being vented to the outside.
Have you watched the previous Episodes? If not, here you go:
Building A Custom Home Playlist: ua-cam.com/play/PLODeOS9rFc-jZXdPJsauymKXnlNKHARdR.html
Hope everyone is home safe, away from this super-virus! We're hanging in there out here in California.. Thoughts are with all of you!
Bang-On!
Oh yeah dude, I watch all your stuff. I own a trac home in Fairifeld CA so I know but I have going to give this method a shot,
These workers are professionals. Really impressed at the manner which they were able keep good balance while working at heights.Also showed good know-how and craftsmanship. Good job.
I'm a framer in Florida. During the rainy season we stock up on large trash bags and use them as rain gear. Works awesome.
Dude, you are going to places. At young age (I assume you are very young) you have mastered carpentry like no other. I love all your videos. If some of you need to learn how to make an arch, there is no better video than this guy. Craftsmanship at a different skill level!!
Every year im getting older, it’s terrifying..
I love the music in the background and your attitude towards an employee just taking the day off - You will have a great long life!
I find it amusing when you talk about how wet it is, I frame in Seattle, if we didnt work when it rains nothing would ever get done😂
Yes...or how will u pay rent..in seattle u work with the rain or live with the rain.
Then why live there
Watching these vids makes me feel I’m on a job site even though I haven’t gone outside today. #QuarantineLife lol. Another good job bro!
Hello, nice video showcasing truss installation been building trusses for 15 years and have never installed one. Pretty neat to watch
Sure nice to see how organized you guys are, and "top notch" framing, 101
Music at 16:10 got me feeling groovy, hammer time 🔨
Good work 👍🏻
Fact. 30 minutes of pure awesome.
Been enjoying you videos from the UK for a while now. Always superb content Matt ! You demonstrate great skill and professionalism beyond your years. Massive credit to your dad also. Its clear you all take pride in your builds and enjoy your work. Looking forward to video #9 !
Love the perspective when you do trusses!
Everyone doing a nice job there Matt.
Great vid as always! Between you and the Crazy Framer up in Canada, my building fix is satisfied. Just wish I weren't so damn old and crippled. Learning this stuff too late, BUT, it sure is enjoyable viewing. Stay safe.
Those trusses are nice for the designer, nice for the manufacturer and nice for the installer 🤙🏻 save the structural gable
At about the 15 min mark it looks like you are walking on a wall that is twice as thick, is there a reason to build a wall twice as thick or am I not seeing the wall correct. Thanks :)
Great work , I couldn't imagine trying to frame and film at the same time, awesome work Matt
i may have missed something but what ever happened to fox?
Man....walking the walls like that just scares the crap out of me. I helped install trusses on Habitat for Humanity houses 20 years ago, but wouldn't even think about getting up there now. You do great work Matt!
Looking good.
It’s beginning to take shape.
Stay safe mate. 😷🤞🏻👍🏻
That's the plan!
Hay nice job Matt and your mate👍👍👍👍😎😎😎👌👌🤙🤙sweat
Matt , Enjoy your videos keep up the good work it’s refreshing to see a young man put talent to work got a great work ethic keep up what you’re doing you definitely will go places.
Man you're so positive and hard working it's so damn inspiring
Love your caption at 6:41!!!
This will probably be my favorite video of the series. Trusses going in. POV framing in the roof! What more can a framer ask for????
11:50 best part of the video
Also, will admit I miss fox, but I understand the business. Hope he is doing okay durring these crazy times.
Out of curiosity, how do plan on keeping water out where the smaller trusses attach to the great room? Isn’t that roof design a bit of a problem for water proofing?
Typically you build what I have always called a cricket on top of the trusses to divert the water. A cricket in this scenario would be a ridge at the center of the tall wall with valleys to divert the water to the ends of the wall. Here is the best example video I could find: ua-cam.com/video/6XE-6w0wMaw/v-deo.html - In this example I think most framers would just continue the lower roof line and over stack it onto the larger roof to avoid siding a gable and building a cricket but the video still gives a good explanation and visual of what a cricket is.
Curious as to what length you cut your ridge blocking and bird blocking
I'm 13 and want to become a farmer when I'm older it looks so fun
Question: How do you guys support skewd roof trusses. to be more specific Multiple-Truss Hip/Jack Hangers.
Working on the roof is probably my favourite part of building a house :P
I ride the ridge with on my pops crew, riding the ridge makes fear go away real quick 😅😂 makes you feel invincible lol , great video as always Matt
Have walked trussed roofing in the UK. You all rocked it.
These guys just seem like cool dudes to build with.
In Australia we string line and plumb each rafter tail individually incase there’s a variation in the rafters, we only do stick roofs tho so it’s interesting to see how it’s done on the other side of the world 🤙🏻
When you say "Stick roofs" what exactly do you mean
Probably hand framed not a pre assembled truss, ridge beam etc..
Only channel on here that is pure framing and how good is it man, I do it for a living and enjoy seeing how you guys do it, California framing is pretty much exact same as NSW Australia , you guys have noggins but no other Americans use em that I’ve seen , and just a lot of other things I notice we do the same, except we dont sheet walls and roofs, just some ply bracing here and there , so yea u would fit right in here haha and maybe I can slip right in there 🤔🤷♂️ any jobs goin? Hahhaa after this virus lol
Appreciate you like no other! Never know, maybe I'll end up in Australia one of these days! I'm all about showing how fun this stuff can be, it's not even a job anymore, it hasn't been for years. I just show up, build and get paid to have fun.
Matt, Pops is beast and old school to boot. I remember my first job, I was told if your not building you push a broom. Don’t ever get caught on your ass and be on time or take a ride.
So what is done for drainage on the roof that goes into the vertical wall? Seems like less that a perfect design feature..
7:28. Ahh my favorite sound in the world, the nailgun hiccup
The jig for cutting the tails off is called a "preacher block".
I call it ‘block with 4/12 cut on it for marking tails block’. Never knew it had a name!
@@MattBangsWood Just a little something passed down from the old guys, now I'm one of the old guys. We generally use a 2x6 on top instead of plywood. Keep up the great work and videos.
While cutting tails I noticed that you have 2- 2x4's you're walking on. Double wall?
Q...YOUR FIRED!
How you set trusses on an old building that isn't quite square? I've got one where my back wall is 14 inches longer than my front wall.
That roof that dives into that wall. What happens there to prevent water from getting into the house?. Do they build a saddle on the roof to pitch it out?
Find out next time on 'Building A Custom Home' w/ MattBangsWood! Lol... You'll see soon. Crickets!
MattBangsWood thanks buddy. U better post tomorrow cause everyday I watch for ur videos. Thanks so much
cleanup and a tidy jobsite is the mark of any true professional, leave the site ready for the next day or ready for the next crew to start...
Why the pneumatic nail gun instead of the cordless? Seems it would be easier to use without the hose hanging around...or maybe it would be easier to drop?
It's easier for us, more efficient. The cordless have trouble keeping up.
Great work! 🔨. Do you guys have your own guns and tools ?if so how do you tell them apart?
You guys are quicker than me.. I don't even have time to leave my pinned comment before you're here! LOL
Appreciate you greatly!
To answer your question -- Yes, we all have our own guns, saws, impacts, etc.. Since we have a small crew, it's very easy. Jay's saw is spray painted pink, along with both his guns. I use a Skilsaw rather than a Makita. Q's Makita has a big "Q" across the top and my Dad's batteries all say "MP". While it sounds like a lot, it's very easy to figure out on-site.
My nailgun has "PANELLA" engraved down the top of it, my Dad frames with one of the only NR83A left in existence and Jay's are pink, as mentioned above.
Different markings is all. :)
Do you like the skillsaw or makita cordless circular better ?
hey bro ur providing knowledge is too good can u plz tell wht is method to mark trussess
6:36 What a great boss
I just stumbled onto your channel. I was in the construction industry as a truss designer for 33 years (retired now) and also as a draftsman who prepared working drawings for use out in the field.
I must say, I'm quite impressed at the care, precision and quality you put into your craft. You all are very good at what you do. That's hard to find in today's world.
I have 2 questions: 1. Why did the truss mfr. let the tails run wild and you had to come back and cut them plumb? in the field? That should have been taken care of in the truss plant. 2. You installed blocking between every truss at the outside bearing wall. How is air from the soffit supposed to get into the attic so it can be vented? Just curious.
I thoroughly enjoyed your videos and you have a new subscriber. Keep up the great work!
Damn I would love to be on your crew and work on all those crazy Ass projects&Roofs with y'all I love Framing and especially Joisting and Roofs!!
This video made me miss framing w/ my grandpa. Noice job!
How do you like the Denali 2.0 compared to the artisan?
hey matt, how you line-up trusses at the bottom corner, i have done that now and cant get them right, at the corner1 and corner2, always one is over or less :(
Do you guys do any sort of layout before placing the trusses? Or does the blocking just keep it at whatever length away you want it?
Yeah he does the layout in the previous video of this series
Moro no brasil tbm trabalho como framer , bela casa que voces estao fazendo good job guys
Hey can you go over quick that 'simple jig' to cut truss tails?
that trusses are already fabricated ??
Great video matt thnx!
Hey Matt, how do you feel about advance building and passives air tight house?
It's not something done here too often, typically higher end homes, or areas outside of CA is more common. Cool concept, they're nice to be in, that's for sure! As far as building them go? I can see it being quite a pain.
That house is coming together nicely, it's good seeing how this is done, makes more sense as to how my house is built :) as for the cloud cover, that's nothing, you should be here in Oklahoma.....
Weird question, what kind of shoes do you wear + do they help with grip on the walls?
As much as I like the idea of carpentry, I'd fall for sure.
I’m enjoying this series, just curious what would be the price tag for the house like this in the area?
This home when it’s done will sit somewhere around $1.5-2.0M if the market is right.
What part o Cali are you building
hello, thanks for your videos, they are very good, can you please record more with the GoPro to see all the processes in first person, thanks
I have always wanted to become a framer but I dont know why I'm scared. I like your videos it makes me feel like I'm there working with you guys. Thank for your videos
How do you keep your ridge straight without a line??
You string line/straighten the exterior wall then line up the bottom cords of the trusses with the exterior wall.
@@davidceremony990 we did this on a build a few weeks ago and we had a 20mm difference in the ridge. We stringed the walls, so I guess it must have been the truss manufacturer...
@@Heaveho120 Yeah there is not much you can do if the manufacturing is off by that much. We always made sure that we lined up the bottom cords of the trusses to the same wall every time. Whoever is on that wall would be in charge of setting the truss in place before anyone nails it down. We would end up with 1/8"-1/4" (3mm-6mm) variance at the ridge. I'm sure you know that this method is way faster than setting the gables and running a string at the peak but you have to be able to rely on the truss manufacturer to build the trusses correctly.
One thing to look for as far as consistency in the manufacturing of the trusses is the small heel on the bottom of the truss cord where it meets the tail of the top cord. If these aren't consistent then it will throw the ridge off. Imagine lifting the truss up at the exterior wall and how much that will move the ridge. The trusses are usually consistent but if you get trusses close to each other that are off in opposite directions (One with a smaller than average heel and another with a larger than average heel) then it will be noticeable at the ridge. It is the job of the installer on the control wall to monitor this and stop to sight down the ridge if something seems off.
Bang on brother ✌✌
Do guys not have vented soffits in CA?
woooow you give me work 😬
Hows that skilsaw working for you, a solid review would be sweet. Looks like you have put it through the ultimate test. Thanks
I don't understand the small pieces attached on top of the trusses to connect them. wouldn't be stronger that part to be one solid beam from one side to the other and attach the trusses on it?
Question, what happens to the water that runs back to the tall walls?
Typically you build what I have always called a cricket on top of the trusses to divert the water. A cricket in this scenario would be a ridge at the center of the tall wall with valleys to divert the water to the ends of the wall. Here is the best example video I could find: ua-cam.com/video/6XE-6w0wMaw/v-deo.html - In this example I think most framers would just continue the lower roof line and over stack it onto the larger roof to avoid siding a gable and building a cricket but the video still gives a good explanation and visual of what a cricket is.
I'll explain this very soon, great question! As David mentioned, we'll build what we call a 'cricket'. It'll shed water down the sides rather than pooling up at that location. Next video will show more on that!
I'm sure it doesn't phase you guys being on the roof like that, I'm sure if I was on the ridge I would freeze up and you guys would have to get me off with a crane 🤣 Looks amazing though! 🔨🔥👏
You guys aren’t on lock down?? Or are these videos saved
Nate Smedley it’s considered infrastructure.
Bro we miss your videos!!!
Hi Matt i love your Videos.
What size 24/OC roof trusses,r your cross broads
Gotta love those light trusses lol
Is there something called site etiquette? Like do's and don'ts and keeping the place clean?
great video. do you have a video on understanding the truss placement plan, (what truss goes where) ?
Truss engineer designs a layout. Tells you exactly where each truss goes. Not much to it.
Whats the deal with the two walls on the garage door?
And have you ever fallen down from walking on a wall setting the roof on?
The OSB doesn't swell in all that water?
thanks for your vudeos really enjoy them. always wondered does the osb swell in the rain? from uk and build differently so curious thanks
awesome
Could you cut the rafter tails like that with a sidewinder saw? Here on the east coast, you almost never see a worm-drive type rear handle saw, but it looks like just the right tool for doing straight down cuts.
Looks like a solid days work - enjoy your channel. Thank you for the videos. Now, what happened to Fox? Who is the new guy? Inquiring minds want to know, lol.
Jay has been with us since the first build we documented here, Fox came afterwards. Jay's our lead, he runs the majority of our builds. Fox framed with us for a few projects, now works with another local builder. We're a very tight knit community, the local framers kind of go wherever. I'm sure he'll be back eventually.
Great video and insight again Matt, would love to know how many 4x2's,6x2's, OSB board and how many nails were used in this project?
I was impressed to see the technique of making a house outside the country, different from my country, oya I want to ask, what wood or what type is used in your country when this video is shown sir?
Usually pine I believe
@@niggafish7928 yes, thanks sir
Why do u put one track of nails at a time?
I think I only fell out of my chair 3 or 4 times while you were balancing on top of the walls guiding the trusses to their resting places. Enjoying the videos and the top notch content , well done Matt Jr. There is one thing I just can't figure out...It could be the way I see it from your aerial footage... Why would the designer/architect choose to position the entrance/front of this beautifully built home, Staring towards a huge wall of dirt /rock materiel is beyond me. To me it would have more "frontage appeal" to position the front, torwards the entrance of the property.
How come u guys dont use battery nailer so u dont have to mess with the hose for this part of the build?
Why doesn't the truss company put the pitch cut at the bottom?
Damm bro u really know ur work. 😎💯like that saw u have is it worth it.
what kind of stick nails do u guys use?
Have you guys ever built a house with an offset? It's a rectangle divided in half by an 8 foot hallway,single story on one side,2 story on the other,bottom floor on the 2 story 4 feet below the floor on the single story.
@6:00 NUNO !!
Matt ... framing sequence looks on point. Quick question, how do you get ventilation in the attic if you have continuous blocking between the trusses at the bearing point.
Because it's a slab on grade foundation they have to run mechanicals in the attic they will insulated it like a wall and have it air tight as to not lose heating or cooling efficiency due to the attic being vented to the outside.
@@aaronpower998 thanks .... Makes sense!