BIG Beginnings for our BACK DECK! // 12' x 10' Mobile Home Deck Build - Pt. 1

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We're a DIY family building our "forever homestead" from 15 acres of raw undeveloped land in Tennessee. All of our content is family friendly and safe for everyone to enjoy.
In today's video we begin building our new 12 x 10 free standing deck on the back of our 1988 Palm Harbor Single Wide Mobile Home. The first step is to layout our string lines and dig footers for our foundation. We are using 12" concrete tube forms (sometimes called sono tubes) for our footers and j-bolts for our post anchors. Let's go!
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[@tonyakellogg3717]

I was so pleased to see that when your son made the suggestion to use the box cutter, not only did you acknowledge that was a good idea you praised him for it.. Letting them help is so fun to see because they want to feel helpful as well. Your teaching them things and making memories that will last their whole life! How refreshing to see the boys outside using their imaginations and helping mom and dad, instead of being inside playing video games as most kids are these days! I'm a single mom of 2 boys myself and watching your family is Awesome!! Keep up the good work folks 😄😉

[@debbieh.4567]

Love how the whole family is involved and you are so patient and teaching your boys in the process. They are so cute! Really enjoy and look foreword to your videos.

[@dianapollex3266]

Agree 💯

[@Silent-G]

Your youngest is so creative!

[@kristinakelley4683]

Can’t wait. I just forwarded to my son and daughter-in-law (they just bought them an acre) now they want to build a deck. I was a single parent and my son had no help from me using a hammer or anything. He is 34 and his girl is too. I love them and proud. They are fans of you guys too. Keep schooling us all and thank you :) God bless

[@donnaokeefe6463]

The boys were such great helpers

[@maggiesue4825]

Your boys are such quick studies, they'll be building their own homesteads one day, thanks to Mom and Dad!!

[@ilenesatchell5445]

I like the close up videography and the lack of background music. Being able to see your work clearly and being able to hear natural concrete work sounds adds realism to your video. It makes me feel like I'm right there with you.

[@kristenhasleftthebuilding1380]

It's so good to see kids being kids playing outside and being so creative with the boxes and stacking the rocks. Bravo! 💝🙏🏼

[@eleanormcarthur6747]

I really love the way y’all let your children take part

[@prairiepalmetto9378]

Teaching your children how to do things is a huge gift. So great to watch.

[@ninabooker2904]

I hope people in other countries watch your videos cuz they will see what regular normal Americans are really like. Not the fake people and bad behavior that is on tv and tic tok. I’m proud to show off your family to the world. God bless.

[@donfillenworth5702]

You are a lucky man. I would never get away with saying that was Mommy's job! LOL

[@pamw9150]

I love the box man costume he made. Your kids have a great imagination.

[@donnadunlop]

Good to see the boys working with you and having play breaks, your feral children are just delightful. Once again i have to say your bloopers make me laugh every time, you both have a great sense of humour, I love it.

[@sam-and-angela]

Thanks 👍

[@kathrynmauro8673]

I see family stepping stones in the near future. One for each of you to decorate the yard/garden with.

[@dianenichols4924]

Your wife is such a great worker, you both work together well.

[@joeloftis9438]

Love that your boys are so eager to learn I think a lot of families today don't teach things like this to their kids they just pay someone else to do it while the kids play on their phones

[@Jeff-vt8kn]

Love the channel and the involvement of the family I know your children will remember this for a long time.

[@sheryldougherty282]

What a great no man! What a big help big brother is. Love how you let the boys help. Reminds me of my dad when he built my grandmas house and poured the huge driveway. He took the time to show and tell me how to do the cement.

[@deanbrunner261]

Need to have the boys put in a time capsule inside the cement some where when they are older they can dig it out for the next generation to add to. A piece of pvc pipe with plugs on both ends work well. Did it for my kids

[@leattaslone1800]

You all know how to do everything! I love watching you all. I have learned a lot from you all. The boys are learning so much as you all do the work-no matter what it is. The boys are hilarious too! They have great imaginations! Good job everyone!

[@Boobtube.]

Love these building videos you do. Been there done that over 25 yrs ago. But i enjoy seeing others do it today. Brings back memories. Nice to see the kids playing, using their imagination making things out of what is around the house. To many kids today lack imagination, because they have cellphones and computers. Your doing the parenting thing the right way.

[@lindacruikshank2656]

Angela i can just picture all the colorful flowers dressing up your deck. Bet you cant wait either.

[@c.c.cherokee978]

It's good to see you teach your children about work!!

[@janielindsey3264]

Love the bloopers ! Love how you all work together as a team . Sam you are very patient with the boys.

[@kennethmclean3679]

It's looking super. It's also nice to see the boys having a go at trying things and learning to help out.

[@virginialewis9854]

It's nice seeing the progress in steps! I love how you let the boys help and how you are teaching them at the same time. And let's hear it for "box man"!!!!!

[@sam-and-angela]

Thanks so much!

[@cliff5240]

The entire videos are great but the bloopers are priceless!! It shows real life challenges :)

[@kathyusa-iowa5137]

When my dad poured concrete, he always had us kids run the hose over it every so often to keep it cool and damp. 👍🙂 I think my deck is 10' or 12' by 15' and I LOVE how spacious it is!

[@ts2603]

I just love 'Box Man' reminds me of Legos when he made the cut out for the sword.

[@brendahogue5487]

Love your videos and enjoy watching them every time they come on. May the Lord bless you and your family. It's going to be great to see you and your family in your home

[@sam-and-angela]

Thank you so much!

[@raquelcruz3874]

Your kids are so adorable they play and help you guys they are not playing video game. 👍🏻❤️

[@doncc6080]

Footers are so much work, but you all did it!!! Sam have you ever seen the skid steer auger for footers. It is adjustable for diameter, has depth gauge lines then bells out at the bottom for a footer that will not heave. Watched R&R Builders use one a couple years ago.

[@juanitakauffman6336]

Box man was using his imagination. Well done.

[@Audri_at_Auds-and-Ends]

Love your bloopers!

[@karenphillips6801]

Sam and Angela. I wanted to say thank you for showing those little things you can put your wires in. My brother watched your video and bought some and he said it made it so easy.

[@sam-and-angela]

That is awesome!

[@JaimeDrewatWoodenU]

Boxman stole the show. I loved when he showed us how he can use his sword lol.

[@mrrs8118]

Glad you are building a large deck. You will love it. Can’t believe how big the boys are getting, so fast! I love seeing their creative play and helping with projects, etc.

[@glimmermomma4373]

Love ❤️ you guys!!!! I wish I was still young!!!

[@robinkey6676]

Your boys are adorable!! Love watching you make progress on your home/homestead.

[@chipz861]

Oh Snap!!!! Box Guy got a sword!!! Let’s gooo!!!! Best part of the video! And yes. Great video. Thanks for posting I know what I want to do now 🙏🏼

[@lechatbotte.]

I love it. Some of the absolutely best videos on KZbin.

[@prairiepalmetto9378]

Love watching your boys. Oh, you’re doing great, too!

[@sharonaxelrod4608]

It amazes me what you two and your ferals are able to accomplish. You are both skilled, knowledgeable, and incredibly hard working. The kids want to learn and actually pay attention and follow through. Angela, you do such a good job mixing the cement and make it look easy. You have made a great start on your back deck. Congratulations and wishing you further success. Bless you all.

[@betpatpatten3840]

Your place is coming along nicely. It's so good to see you including the boys with your footing pour of concrete. By including them it becomes their house to. With explanations they are really good helpers. Thanks for sharing! Hopefully your weight together and won't be too terribly much longer.

[@terithaxton9803]

Boys are doing great hands on work. Loved box man with sword. Big deck on back you will enjoy it. Loved the video as usual. Your content is really good.

[@lindacsmith13]

Wow, your boys are smart. Box guy made a weapon holder and box cutter guy opened the bags of cement. You all work well together!

[@angelaparadis4676]

Love how your boys are boys….using their creative minds playing…….box boy ❤️

[@TheWynch]

Looking so good, all of it. You have endured a very hot summer I do not envy you guys. We have had temps above 100 and I just can't imagine doing that physical labor out in it. Your boys are going to grow up fine young men and knowing the value of respect and hard work and love for others.

[@marciam6224]

Near the beginning when Sam was talking, I was watching Isaac through the window make his way out of the front door wearing his boxes. I'm telling you, he melts my heart!! Then the smart one in the family comes up with the knife to cut open the concrete bags and said "I thought we could use this". I love when the boys get involved with the projects. They are learning a lot besides making memories that they can some day tell their children about and pass on to them while having them help with projects. Looking forward to the next video. Great job you guys (especially Angela with her OSHA approved shoes!!).

[@genevievebakkensen86]

Love the construction home schooling nothing like real world science in action!

[@Fruits-Of-My-Labor]

PS I love how you have fun while you work… I am grateful I was raised that way too!

[@darrylmcleman6456]

Great STUFF again!!! One thing I am concerned about and I dont blame Angela. The cement is not wanting for water! No slump. CHEERS from HERE

[@deannaoverstreet4146]

Love those precious boys! Love your teaching!

[@cheryld4484]

I’m enjoying being able to see every thing you guys do to get back in the house. Thanks for always sharing. Nice to see the boys. Box man and his sword holder, that was cool. Your boys know more about diy than I do and I’m old lol

[@robertalordagarcia9992]

You guys are the best,teaching the boys along the way ,alot of parents would say they are too young,or just not want to bother 😉

[@lindapearson2376]

Love your young son’s imagination! Also love the older son’s helpful advice! Raising great children there!

[@mariowickel456]

Sam ,I'm thinking I'd of used the tractor bucket to mix up and move that concrete instead of that wheelbarrow

[@sam-and-angela]

We don't have a tractor bucket, but that would work too

[@justthefacts982]

Your boys are blessed to have parents that teach them very important life skills. Your family impresses me all the time. ❤

[@steveferguson1232]

Box boy is stealing the show. Lol

[@Thatdogwillbiteyou]

Hello sweet people!! I see the Samgela team are hard at work as usual!!

[@jeboutdoors377]

Hello Sam and Angela and kids. Great video. Love watching yall videos. We call them concrete tubes. That there name. Yall doing great work.

[@kkeenan536]

So fun watching your progress! Love those boys 🥰🥰🥰

[@karencatalano4349]

HI YOU GUYS ARE REALY GETTING THE HOUSE DONE,YOU WILLBE IN SOON. I THINK I HAVE BEN WATCHING YOUR CHANNEL FROM BEFORE YOU DID THE OUT DOOR KITCHEN AT YOUR OTHER PLACE. LOVE WATCHING

[@kiadent8848]

I've become so obsessed with this channel every since I stumbled across it a few months ago. This is my 1st time catching a live from them and I can't wait. Snacks and drink (diet Pepsi) on deck 😅

[@sam-and-angela]

Aww thank you!!

[@sharondumont9048]

Great job with all the family 👍🏼❤️🇨🇦😉

[@connieverbeck1110]

Was so happy to see you teaching both boys how to do the cement work! So often I have seen parents teaching the oldest, neglecting the younger. Great job parents!!!

[@sam-and-angela]

That's something I've been trying (and need to keep trying) to notice and fix... so often Elijah is eager to help and work while Isaac would rather play. He misses out on things that way, so I'm trying to encourage him to help me too -- not force, but encourage as "us time". :)

[@lindacrider4203]

Everthing is looking great, y'alls boys are as cute as can be, my grandsons are like your boys, give them a empty boxs they have hours of fun, God bless you guys and your boys..

[@vernakniseley1136]

You two are awesome parents, including the boys... Love your videos...❤❤❤

[@jeanniealford4234]

Goid job, family.

[@colleenscottcarmello5103]

Oh the shot across the dirt at the holes !! looks like the game with the gophers.. and trying to bop them on the head as they peek up. hahahahaa. Well it let's you know the holes are lined up nicely., So excited about the deck.. it is going to be so nice to be able to sit out back without going all the way outside. Coffee in the early morning.. aaaah.. Happy for you guys! Great job!!

[@Jenlightenment]

Omg, I was drinking coffee and almost spit it out when you said “show sharting it” in the bloopers! 🤣😂

[@Fruits-Of-My-Labor]

Kansas here. Really enjoy your family.

[@jessicam7467]

I became super emotional, when you were showing your son how to trowel the top of the post. You are so genuinely good with your children. I know in my heart it's not an act for the camera. I wish my children had a father like you. It is a joy to watch you and your family. Angela, you are wonderful, too!

[@sandrablack2947]

I’m really enjoying your renovation and patio build. Looking forward to the completion of your home. Love seeing you teaching the boys how to build things. They are just adorable.

[@mrmrswalterjobjr4188]

Great job! Love how fast Elijah learn3d. He had a great teacher too. Loved how everyone works together

[@amma3536]

Big deck. Wow. Take care and be blessed,

[@vivianwilliams2216]

So awesome watching the kids learning how to do helping things with you guys in the homestead build and remodeling , 😊👍💕💕💕

[@steveferguson1232]

I love how you are teaching your boys. That is so awesome

[@ewidmer1]

Box an your outfit is amazing. Elijah really wants to learn, great job.

[@sandrahoglan7452]

Thank you for another great video. Really love your family.

[@lindasanders760]

Great family video

[@lindapeterson7166]

Good Morning Sam Angela & Boys,got here as fast as I could.I am just amazed at all you have gotten done.Love your channel & have learned a lot.Take care & have a great week.🌷💕🌷

[@kathrynmauro8673]

Great job dad. Not only did you explain how to do it, let your son try it, you do it with him, give him an explanation about the concrete, you used a nice voice and were patient through the process. A➕️ job in parenting!

[@vivianwilliams2216]

Always love the bloopers! 😄👍💕💕💕

[@joannekettle1526]

You folks crack me up, love your channel, the boys are awesome 👏👏👏

[@margiejane1]

I had to laugh at the contractor joke. My dad used to say every job needs a foreman.

[@karendominguez2747]

It’s going to be an awesome deck, I can’t wait to see it finished.

[@thomasfreeman7770]

Moving concrete in a wheelbarrow brings back memories for me. Had a summer job as a laborer for a concrete mason. Who needs a pump when you have two strapping teenage boys to move the concrete on your crew. You haven’t had fun until you have moved the entire contents of a mixer truck by wheelbarrow. I can see where you are going to run the mini split connections under the home. That will be much neater than in NC.. It also looks like some type of wire running along the top of the wall for the length of the home. Perhaps some kind of grounding conductor?

[@sam-and-angela]

Yep! When we had the block foundation done, I added in pipes so we can run the line sets down and under the home. :) There's no wire along the top of the home, that's part of the siding.

[@thomasfreeman7770]

@@sam-and-angela It looked like some kind of wire along the top of the block wall that does not seem to be there on the front side of the home.

[@xacresestate]

That cement footing is level ha ha

[@helengibbs3862]

At the rate you're going it won't be long before you can be in your beautiful place so so happy for you ❤️

[@jimdelong949]

Hi Sam & Angela Great video As always, very entertaining and informative. But, glad you get to do all the work and we just watch 😄 Glad you're going to have a bigger deck at the back of the trailer. Can't wait to see it finished. Wishing everyone the best Stay strong and safe

[@auntlouise]

Angela, "I don't want to see that!" I totally laughed out loud! Great job, loved seeing the feral children helping out and learning a thing or two!

[@ChristianandFamily]

A few things A 6" level at the string intersection makes lining up the J-bolts easier. For pronoun-cee-aating, Sahno tubes. Confuse 'em with techy terms. Never had a one-man auger last a whole job, hence why I own a 35lb jack hammer with shovel bit Yes, batter boards. Nice call. Shoulda gotten the mixer, but then again as I get older I'm looking for shortcuts. Building decks is a very satisfying experience, lots of eye value for the amount of work.

[@melanieeaton3344]

That deck is going to be so well used and loved! Can't wait for your next video!!!

[@vts5618]

Your boys are such darlings! Love their creativity.

[@nccrchurchunusual7990]

When we put in those tubes, we partially inserted maybe 10 long deck screws around the outside at different angles. We had clay soil so the idea that once we back filled the hole- those screws would provide more stay power. (?) Lol.

[@cindystephens9230]

Great job guys.

[@e3672222]

Box man to the rescue! The surface tension explanation was perfect, he will never forget it as he physically dealt with it.