Building a House In 90 Days (foundation repairs)

[@AmbitionStrikes]

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[@leifhietala8074]

CAN WE JUST TAKE A MOMENT TO APPRECIATE THE UNSUNG GENIUS OF AN ON-SITE FRIDGE. I have never ever done that and I am never going to forget it.

[@franksmith3602]

Just a tip.. when setting J bolts.. don't pound on the threads. Screw two nuts on each end. Leave one nut up above the threads a little. Then pound on the nuts . Then your not smashing the top starter threads.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Oh man, I wish we had thought to do that! I think we’re going to pay the price this week for that. 😬

[@random-person1]

@@AmbitionStrikes you can always cut the worst of the threads off and it will be much less of a problem

[@Sembazuru]

​@@AmbitionStrikes Another remediation you might want to consider just in case is get a thread chasing die. Similar to a thread cutting die, but designed to re-shape existing damaged threads.

[@franksmith3602]

@@random-person1 hahaha, if putting two nuts on a J bolts...you have bigger problems. I love watching those with zero history in the trades. Teach how to do things wrong...funny stuff.. and, the walls will break away from the slab, and sink when you put a house in top of it. A smart person would have a engineering firm do a soil study. Check how thick the slab is. And why so much of the SOILD basement walls failed and cracked away.. but hey I'm old school...but I used to build 15 house a month down south for Jim Walter homes. Have designed and built 28 million dollar estates in LA. And even built a cliff side house estate hanging over a ocean front cliff. 200 feet above the beach. That when we were done. Bank appraiser gave it a 35 million dollar price. ( Step one, soil study. Step two find how deep the footers are. Step three do the math of the tons your going to add and see if the cheap ass slab concrete PSI can withstanding the tons.. old school.)... Math never lies, like the three little pigs... Build crap, the big bad wolf blows it down... In this cast...it sinks. Good luck. Money waisted is...little Casper's college funds...Oliver....needs a nest egg also.. Best luck..

[@johnlockington9872]

Run an angle grinder on a 45⁰ around the end of bolts​@@AmbitionStrikes

[@doughale1555]

Where did you find Andy? Everyone needs an Andy!

[@janpcs]

Mr & Mrs Adventure have their own Andy.

[@stephentopp1512]

Where’s Andy from, I’m guessing he’s a northerner but where

[@kiwirabbit1]

So you owe Andy and his wife a huge thank you for the help and labor they provided. They got you to where you are today.

[@fyithisisnotrocketscience5150]

Being a general contractor for close to 40 years, a little bit of advice on digging and pouring footers, you never add dirt to a dugout footer and compacted. Your footer, always needs to be on virgin ground and not on compacted soil. You might want to check with your local building officials to confirm what I’m saying.

[@Synaptic_gap]

I'm guessing there is no inspection schedule.

[@fyithisisnotrocketscience5150]

@@Synaptic_gap with or without an inspection, you should never backfill a footer compacted and then pour the footer on top of it

[@wyattwiehr9447]

What about being below the frost line? I’m sure in Idaho it’s well below 2 feet in Wisconsin it’s 4ft.

[@beesbo1856]

Good advice. I also noticed that they drove (pounded in with hammer) the rebar into the soil. This isn't good practice since the rebar will rust, water will wick up the rebar, and rust jacking would cause cracks in the concrete, letting in more water. Should have tied all the vertical rebar with a horizontal run and block it off of the ground. Rebar should never be put into the dirt.

[@mgdubya27]

I noticed that too.

[@colleenbow777]

Great pump guy Alex and his son Roman. Also our friends and neighbors!

[@mikef3550]

Always nice when my week long wait for a new episode comes to an end, love yalls videos.

[@user-fu1bh3dt2c]

Andy is a treasure. Keep him happy and keep him around!

[@PaddockRadio]

Loving Andy getting involved in shooting bits, it's awesome to see him step further out of the guest spot and really becoming part of the channel :D Hi Andy! Spot on, mate

[@paulwackerla6330]

I wasn't sure the concrete walls were worth saving, but you guys did it and it saved you a lot of money. Great job!!

[@musictolive4]

Yes, they saved the walls. But that doesn't mean that the walls are good. The side walls were cracked. They "repared" them, but the walls are still cracked. And cracks in a concrete wall is and always will be point of weakness and chance for leakage.

[@georgej7077]

It's code in my neck of the woods to have a separate non perforated pipe to manage the roof drain water. The theory is that you won't clog the French drain with debris from the roof. Hopefully you won't have an issue. 🤞 Great video!!

[@ronblack7870]

that's what they did

[@spenceralridge4958]

@@ronblack7870 They almost kept them separate, but they tied the two together at the rear corner of the house. In theory, any blockage at or downstream of that point will cause both the french drain and the gutter drain to back up.

[@georgej7077]

@@spenceralridge4958 that should work 👍

[@cornbreadreturns296]

@@spenceralridge4958 Yup. You'll want a cleanout for sure after the roof downspout to catch any roof debris before entering your whole system.

[@Nostradougus]

I only wish I had more Andys in my life. Count yourself lucky beyond words.

[@grantnyenes3742]

That’s really starting to come together nicely now!

[@franksmith3602]

A quick. Slab test... Now that you added tons to yours... Blow off the slab.... Buy a big glass marble. Drop the marble, in different spots and see what way it rolls if any. If it rolls use a red lumber crayon make a arrow the way it rolled. In two weeks. Do it again. If the slab is sinking or sisting, the marble will roll differently. Oh, I'm old school. Used to run cast iron , waist lines poured hot lead. We used water hose levels. And you always had a marble with you.. great for bath tubs. Instantly know if the water drains to the plug....good luck..

[@billvandorn5332]

Using hot light and jute for cast iron pipes... I had the blessing to be taught by Master when I was a young teenager. I found it so rewarding, a little boring but very rewarding!

[@dscottpeterson6653]

I was worried about that block wall until you filled it with concrete. Perfect.

[@jimthode]

Where is the vertical rebar in the wall and the horizonal bond beam with rebar on top of the wall? Rebar is need in a concrete block wall!

[@cyclemoto8744]

what about the rest of the problems?

[@JML542]

@@jimthode I believe they placed vertical rebar in the holes of the blocks, but I don't know about horizontal.

[@Paullebbon]

Just 3 weeks is incredible. Great work guys! I have been watching your videos for a few months and each video just gets more and more interesting. Keep up the great work.

[@johnmeloche6569]

Just catching up as have been away, interesting equipment that suppliers have, looking forward to the rest of the build

[@melparker7711]

Don't back fill until you get the floor system in it helps support the wall.

[@BWIL2515]

Just watched both of y'all's videos on this build series and I'm officially KNACKERED 😊 thanks for sharing

[@busarob1969]

Got to say guys and girls, Ambition Strikes has to be my favourite, “ this is how they do it”. You tube Channel. Thanks guys

[@fyithisisnotrocketscience5150]

A little word of advice from personal experience when you backfill after floor framing make sure that you don’t get your dirt any higher than 8 inches from the sill plate and then slope all your ground away from your house

[@EvilGenius.]

Super Pro on the water drain guys! That is better than most professionals do!

[@RoscoeColtrane]

This comment is scary on so many levels.

[@shaniaa9287]

You are too amazing for words Riley ❤. Can you believe how far you've come so far with Courtney and boom boom? Who would have thought 10 years ago, you'd be here at this point in your life today. Thanks you so.much for all your videos , teaching us the correct way to do things for tomorrow 👍. I appreciate you and the entertaining way you're teaching me....❤❤❤

[@Truthvector]

Who needs building codes when you've got Ambition's Army. Got the new truck t-shirt and it feels great.

[@dalebailey1844]

do not forget to put on a screen on the outlet to your drain clean out to keep the critters out. HAVE A GREAT DAY!

[@2hlix]

What I've seen foundation teams do for permanent inner forms to be left in place for the sand form you did was 2" rigid foam board. Bonus you get some insulation but it's non rotting forms too

[@ronblack7870]

called insulated concrete forms. the foam is on both sides of the concrete walls and stays there permanently. the foam is the form.

[@MxODraconis]

I love that put in sub-titles for Andy, like he's not speaking English.

[@nenoxxd6353]

I love Andy. Do they have their own channel?

[@uoobwatcher]

That’s what I’m wondering too.

[@lgrantnelson2863]

Great looking job. It's great being able to get all the trucks in without a problem. Looking forward to next week.

[@carolewarner101]

Everything rests on the foundation. Not the sexiest part of the build, but arguably the most critical for the success of the whole project. A TON of hard work, but it will pay off major. Congrats on having this part in the rear view mirror!

[@JML542]

It's so great to see that you guys bit the bullet and took the time to demo everything that was not reusable. Starting off with a clean slate it so important!

[@LeonardMagnusson]

thank you for the bring along. i can't wait until some ask you to build them a road. all the toys at work.

[@itzjoeylo4501]

I would suggest a varment / animal barrier at the end of your French drain

[@AmbitionStrikes]

That is a really good idea. 😬

[@itzjoeylo4501]

@@AmbitionStrikes I’m honored and glad to help…

[@janamcq.3713]

🔥I cannot believe how quickly your channel has EXPLODED!! 🎆 Wasn't it like a year ago that you celebrated 100K Subs?

[@franksmith3602]

When the pump guy said to much sand in the mix. Note that's how concrete company's save money. A yard of sand is 25 bucks. You paided $250 a yard. If the slump is not right. All the love u give it. A Sandy mix will not carry a load.

[@beesbo1856]

I have a concrete pump. Mine will only pump 1/2 inch minus gravel. Not sure what theirs claims to do.

[@Nales16]

3:00 in, that is quite possible, most absolutely, the best transition to a sponsored section I have ever seen haha. Well done R and C.

[@byrdman1807]

Andy the practical joker! Love it!

[@68lehman]

Nice Work Guys!

[@cedricbroussard8738]

It's coming together beautifully! Keep up the hard work 💪🏻

[@philstewart9891]

stunning project love to follow your every move lust brilliant guys

[@MarkFlucke]

Grouting the wall-perfect!!!!

[@jonathanpflueger2462]

Hey Riley, you have inspired me to learn to weld. I have done a lot of research and wanted your opinion on whether I should learn to stick or MIG weld first? Thanks! BTW, me and my 4 young boys watch your channel every Sunday. Keep up the good work.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

I think it depends on what you’re planning on building! For indoor garage style work I’d definitely recommend starting with MIG welding. For outdoor/structural type projects stick welding is more popular, but I’ve never learned how to stick weld. 😂

[@jonathanpflueger2462]

​@@AmbitionStrikes HA, that was quick. I think I will start MIG then, I imagine doing most of my work in the garage. My wife and I are about two years out from moving out of CA to Idaho or Montana and doing something very similar to you guys. Thanks again and keep it up!

[@alysiachristensen5475]

You guys are awesome!!! I love to watch you work together!!!

[@leolarocque-v5v]

Thanks for the video on the fondation and more .

[@thethreeamigos6764]

Well done guys, you and Andy have done marvellous ❤❤

[@lorenmeyer5290]

You are doing an AWESOME JOB guy's! Love watching your building projects!

[@Ngarepairercar1990]

You are a very hard-working person

[@jamesbeckett4390]

This is quickly becoming one of my favourite KZbin channels. Keep up the good work guys! Nice to see how you do it over there compared to here in the UK.

[@NeilMaclachlan]

Your on a strong foundation now Riley lol....Youre all doing a fantastic job ....stay safe and see you soon

[@JohnStevenson-bm2no]

Good work people, all of you

[@Jbzy3000]

Every step you make on your property gets me more excited

[@MarkSnop]

You guys always fun to watch your videos! Thanks for another great one looking forward to the next one as always

[@kellygb9278]

For the small knee walls, you needed to drill & add rebar to the floor and the foundation wall. This would tie the knee wall into the floor and will tie it into the foundation walls Great Job! look forward to more content

[@EdHibbard-y7k]

I recommend replacing the galvanized water pipe with PVC or Pex

[@phuongvo3051]

It is so nice when you have the frid right on the side work 😂❤. I’m so exiting and can’t wait to see you frame the walls , great work .

[@BobSmith-wh9hz]

You never know until you try. So far you’re accomplishing everything you try. 👍👍

[@grahamheath3799]

from the UK I have got to love the approach to building planning no just make it a bit bigger, inspections no just dig pour and hope.

[@shadegarden7375]

Andy is such a tease!! He got you with the “puddle/leak”….

[@VanisleNSX]

I like the microwave in the frunk! Worked like a charm.

[@naturenut7695]

The only complaint I have about this video is that it's too short. 😂 Looking great!

[@loucinci3922]

Enjoyed the video. Thanks for sharing

[@cornbreadreturns296]

One note - you should check out French Drain Man's products - before you run those gutters into your system, you'll probably want to get one of his gutter adapters. It has a some awesome filtering to catch stuff from your roof before it goes in. Also consider a catch basin just in case you have any roof gravel depending on your type of roof. If you don't have a catch basin, that roof gravel will ultimately end up clogging your PVC run under your driveway, etc. Nice work!

[@ElijahPerrin80]

Thank you so much Andy, I've got to admit it's getting better, A little better all the time.

[@doughahn9263]

That forklift is something special.

[@RPM-sr2gn]

Great job everyone.Your very lucky to have friends that can help you.Just take your time Riley & the framing will be done before you know it.Good Luck>:))))

[@francisbarbeau1862]

Great effort everyone! Can't wait until the next video!

[@billiejeansmith-yh2fc]

I really like Andy! What a smart ass 🤣 and love the accent 🇬🇧

[@fitch8363]

You shouldn't backfill the foundation until you have the first floor diaphragm on it. The floor framing is what holds the foundation walls up against the push from the dirt.

[@theUcane]

Alex must do a lot of Pilates! wow! That takes some serious overall body strength.

[@cjg8822]

Excited for building phase next!!!

[@NgNg-p5c]

Another great video. Well done guys [and girl!].....

[@patthornton1212]

As always informative and up beat Thanks.

[@gillajo]

Really like Andy! He makes your videos fun.

[@tube8533]

Nice work!

[@bradcouch6898]

Great Job Riley and Andy.

[@TooLazyToFail]

Concrete guys are a different breed, man. It looks like y'all took care of them, though.

[@Qwiv]

Little tip, always ask for a mix design and send it to the pumper and the finishers. They typically can read them and know which makes their life hard. Adding water is less than ideal obviously.

[@dans737]

@10:53 "and the truck didn't get stuck" THAT'S RIGHT!! plus remarkably few pulleys were used this time - movin on up!

[@rafaelmorales2549]

Love Riley’s fancy hands on the factor sponsor. 😂 top tier

[@bmart73]

Your the money man, you do what you want on the job

[@edwardhughes3240]

Riley, Reuse the measuring tape that you broke! Solidly mount it somewhere in your shop for measuring steel wood, whatever. Maybe glue it to the floor. Eddie

[@1944chevytruck]

LOOKING GOOD!

[@robgardner2288]

Be sure to not fully backfill the three walls until you get your first floor system constructed. There are substantial lateral earth pressures at work and the tops of the walls are unrestrained with no ability to resist those pressures.

[@RC-fu6hg]

Amazing work everyone! Loved it 👍

[@Larry-g9k]

Looks fantastic it’s a lot of help having Andy. 💯

[@mikecapps1603]

Simply put.....you guys ROCK!

[@agawoodcraft5878]

What a great idea to keep that running fridge on site !!!

[@richardroyles1423]

Looking good. God bless.

[@carefreeclubhouse1714]

Looking good, keep on going. This has been a fun series.

[@olgringo-421]

To each is own, but I would highly recommend NOT driving the re-bar directly into the soil. This is an open invitation for corrosion that eventually will creep upwards into the actual concrete structure. As we all know, as re-bar starts to corrode, it expands - possibly causing your foundations to crack in the distant future.

[@ronblack7870]

if they still own the house in 20years

[@olgringo-421]

@@ronblack7870 --- Doesn't matter who owns the house whenever - still possibly gonna corrode/swell and crack the foundation someday. IMHO, it's just a poor construction practice.

[@andrewr2650]

it looked to me like those bars slopped down, possible they pulled them up during the pour. They did have a pro there, i would think he would have said something about it at least.

[@olgringo-421]

@@andrewr2650 - Sure looks like they are still pointed down --- You might freeze the video at 10:30 to see what I saw.

[@amundson1942]

A suggestion...Don't use Galvanize pipe in from your transition through the foundation. Use copper or what ever type of PEX in use today. The iron pipe won't last long. From a former plumber. I've been out of the business over 30 years so I don't know what they call the PEX pipe today.

[@billvandorn5332]

Had a boss who used a special listening device for drips from pipes in concrete. The galvanized was more prone than the copper, but some of the copper was not as good as what was American made. Either way was a major inconvenience for the homeowners ripping up carpets and slabs. The slabs that were tension poured we wouldn't touch

[@govertical72]

Municipalities are paying millions across the country to replace galvanized pipe, PLEASE DONT BURY THAT IRON PIPE! Replace it with CTS poly, please!

[@chasmarischen4459]

Good video.

[@montyharder3663]

Make sure to put some kind of marker on the surface directly above that adapter, so that you can easily find it again if there's a leak.

[@ChadSmithakaCCG]

Just placed an order with Factor75. Looking forward to trying it out. Thanks guys!

[@johnwilson8922]

Nice work yall!

[@philrodger6445]

The movement of the wall at 27:33 is exactly why you don't backfill before building the floor system on top of the wall at the very least.

[@Xplorer60]

Good job Andy with that water bottle trick...lol

[@stephenbergman6226]

Add a screen cap over the drain pipe,it will keep out critters

[@jessieg371]

Thought the same thing!

[@BarrettGreg]

lol i posted that as well before reading this comment.

[@RealGenX]

Gonna be a sweet build, u guys are top tier people