Concrete pad for beginners // DIY

[@arturotorres6437]

I love how that Husky is just living its best life & enjoying your company while you're hard at work!

[@JessedoesDIY]

Me too. I love it when he hangs out!

[@paulanthony6763]

Don't forget to tap your form all around the edges with a hammer/ mallet to allow the bubbles to rise to the top. Great video sir.

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks

[@tye656]

I've seen a lot of videos on creating concrete slabs, but I've never seen one with this much detail and explanation. THE BEST VIDEO I'VE SEEN. Thanks a lot.

[@JessedoesDIY]

Awesome! Well I'm glad that I could be of help! Good luck on yours!

[@thedbcooperforum]

Not thick enough for rebar...4" or more requires rebar..

[@JessedoesDIY]

Requires, key word. But nothing saying don't do it anytime, even if it's thinner. It's always better with it as that's part of the way concrete works. Especially for a minimal cost

[@locool676]

This is what I needed to see to give me the confidence to pour my own pad for my grill!

[@JessedoesDIY]

Awesome, glad you found it useful! Good luck, I'd love to see it when you're done

[@marilynbuschle2842]

I needed help because I’ve never done concrete before. I’m a grandma who loves a project! My garage floor is 3/4 blacktop which is great because the original concrete floor is awful- porous, holes, never ending cement dust. I just wish the previous owners had done the whole floor!?! Now I’m trying to resurface the remaining 1/4 with a 2in layer of new concrete. I’m doing a 5x4’ pad 1st because I’m doing it alone and can’t mix more than 30lbs. at a time so I can lift the 5 gallon pail to pour it in the form. I was worried when I finished smoothing it out level because it was so wet on top. I grabbed my phone so I could find a video to show me what to do. Yours was the first to pop up and am I glad. You explained the process perfectly and now I know that I have to wait and finish it off when it dries more. Thank you so much. Too many of the videos are for people that know what they’re doing and they’re too complicated or expect me to know things that I don’t. I’m subscribing to your channel so I can get more instructions on home projects. 😊

[@JessedoesDIY]

That's awesome! Well I'm glad I could gelp you learn and grow. Good luck on the rest of it, sounds like a big project. And welcome to the crew!

[@rowanchong7225]

You probably won’t read this, but thanks a whole lot from a DIY who had no idea how to do a concrete slab. Your tutorial was outstanding 👍

[@mcGill746]

Nice pour. Good to see someone on youtube actually putting the work in and mixing their concrete lol.

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks! This whole dry pour thing is getting out of hand unfortunately

[@caracarametal]

Came here because I'm tired of the edges chipping and cracking on a bunch of dry pour pavers I did. Decided it's finally time to learn how to do it right.@@JessedoesDIY

[@chrisbrock6056]

A very Bob Ross style instuctional videos. I dont even need to do a concrete pad, or build a shed, but I enjoy the hell out of your videos. Well done good sir.

[@JessedoesDIY]

Lol thanks Chris! I appreciate it

[@rickmort27]

This is the typa comment that I look for in educational vids on projects imma start. Not even a second in and I’m hooked lol

[@JessedoesDIY]

That's awesome!

[@darrylmorissette9274]

Good video, really informative step by step. ( being from Saskatchewan, I get the reference to the quickly changing weather !! )...thanx for video ...can't wait to see next one.

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks, appreciate it! Oh yeah, you get it lol.

[@RougeShadow199]

Good job on the video but few tips for beginners. On a smaller slab like that, where it mainly has foot traffic you don't need the reinforcement. You really only need that if the slab is going to hold weight like a vehicle or a shed. If you are doing this solo using a wheel barrow is much easier than a mixing tub. You just dump it out instead of shoveling or trying to lift the tub. If you want to help hold the slab in place, drive some 4 inch long rebar half way into the ground. Spreading them out in the middle of the slab.

[@GetsumJ]

agree-

[@USMC-1]

Do you need rebar or whatever for just a patio and chairs situation and for that, how deep do you need the slap. 2",3"4",,etc?

[@Hyuyyng]

@@USMC-1ur gonna need all 9” 🤥😉😲😵‍💫😵🥴🤤

[@snaxx101]

Thanks for the tip

[@melloscott1732]

That Husky is in chill mode! Thanks for the video. Really helpful

[@JessedoesDIY]

Haha he always is! Glad you liked it

[@miriammigliacci9427]

I thoroughly enjoyed sitting in my living room, watching the snow fall and dreaming of my next DIY project! Thanks!

[@JessedoesDIY]

No problem! Yeah I also can't wait to get back outside for more projects.

[@theeuropeancyclepaths8206]

Thanks Jesse. I’m a funeral director in Cyprus and now and again I do simple grave monuments and surrounds and I’m a total amateur. Videos like this truly help me a lot. Keep up the good work. Cheers 👍

[@JessedoesDIY]

No problem, I'm glad I could help! That's nice, happy to know all of the ways people are using this! Appreciate it

[@bizling]

You must be dead pleased with the results.

[@JessedoesDIY]

Yup

[@theeuropeancyclepaths8206]

@@bizling yes, and none of the customers ever seem to complain 😀

[@jerriandafou1]

​@@theeuropeancyclepaths8206😂😂

[@stevencross6461]

My man. I just poured a 2x4’ pad for the condenser of my heat pump and this video helped me SOOOOOOO much. Thank you for your instruction. It was a great learning experience for me and the kids and I only spent $100 for everything.

[@JessedoesDIY]

Dude, that's awesome! I'm glad I could help and pumped you gave it a go, it's fun with the kids and great to learn!

[@paulmilitello6395]

great video. very easy to follow and you included the tools and materials . I appreciate it.

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks, I'm glad you found it useful!

[@alwayssearching1882]

Put a few small rocks mid depth to support the metal mesh before pouring. Get it in the middle of the concrete thickness.

[@mastinumber1]

Excellent details in this short video. Keeping it to the point and still fun to watch.

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks very much, I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@philipshipley2865]

This video is fantastic. Straight forward, clear, concise.

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks! Glad you liked it

[@ciaran43]

So glad I found your video. I was considering dry pour due to being intimidated by this process but you really helped my anxiety about it!

[@JessedoesDIY]

I'm glad you found my videos too, so thanks! I wouldn't want to see another person do a dry pour, there are so so many things wrong with it and I'm probably going to be making a video about it once I get my new place. I'm glad I could clear things up for you and good luck on yours!

[@megdahlin1118]

Just what I needed. Thank you for making such an easy to follow video. I had been wondering about using a tub vs wheelbarrow and some other items mentioned here. Thanks for listing them. You've made my job so much easier! Subscribed.

[@JessedoesDIY]

That's awesome! I'm glad I could help out. I've had this tub for 4 years now and it works great, but lots of people use wheel barrows to dump it easier. I just shovel it out of tub normally. Good luck on your project and welcome to the crew!

[@saintbyron5150]

Thanks for posting. Agree with others comments re: DUST-either mask or have assistant lightly spray during bag dump. MESH-raise up to middle of pour with Little Rock’s or…. I’ve got 2.5 acres, more & bigger projects but enjoy your video style, SUBSCRIBED and I’ll be going back for more.

[@JessedoesDIY]

Anytime, glad you found it useful! Yeah we should have worn dust masks, but it was a bit breezy that day and I should have at least said something. I would have raised it up slightly, but it's very easy to bump it without properly raising it and I was trying to make this as simple as necessary for the average homeowner, and this wouldn't impact a small slab for most people. Welcome to the crew, glad to have you!

[@handymanhoney-do6881]

When rolling on the curing seal, use a threaded pole/handle. Most rollers are universally threaded and there’s probably a broom, mop, or other thing around to use.

[@deandremattison9183]

Good job. A brother is always a plus to have around, I put mine to work every chance that I get

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks! Yup, definately helps

[@waynegordon6385]

These are the kind of videos I like simple and plain

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks! Glad you liked it

[@codyshields5218]

Thank you for this brother. Needed a side gig so had to lie on a application this will at least make it look like I got basic beginner knowledge and skills and will allow me to be with a company you that I can better my skills and learn hands on in just never like going in knowing nothing at all. Thank you. I know that sounds bad but I work hard but times are harder right now lol

[@JessedoesDIY]

Anytime, I'm happy to help any way I could. Trust me, I get it. I've had my ass handed to me the past 8 months. I hope it all turns around for you, keep at it

[@treythompson8717]

This was a great tutorial. I'm about to make a slab for a 4x6 storage shed, and your video is very helpful. Thank you!

[@JessedoesDIY]

That's awesome! I'm glad I could help, good luck on yours!

[@aaronandraquel]

Same

[@JessedoesDIY]

Great, good luck!

[@BreakerBreakerYeo]

How many bags of cement did yours take?

[@dyrkhamilton3693]

I have this EXACT project in need of completion and these are the instructions I will follow to the letter. Thank you for creating such succinct instructions along with quality video. I did not fast-forward through any segments (because they were not boring or repetitive which is common in other DYI vids), and I had no difficulty understanding the tools, techniques, and overall process. Well done!

[@JessedoesDIY]

Awesome! You're welcome, I'm just glad I could help. Thanks very much and good luck on your project!

[@carminevescio6373]

My background is Italian, and this great video helped me. Thanks for reminding me about the steel mesh or rebar for extra strength, the sealer for longevity, and the cement surface's preservation. Nice educational video for your DIY projects,

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks! I'm glad I could help out. Good luck on yours

[@markslates6609]

Very nice and well-done video brother! I am getting ready to pour my first concrete slab ever this morning. I have a 2' x 8' area/section and thought I would need about 15 bags of concrete according to the sizing chart on the Quickrete bag, (16 sq ft). However, after watching your video, I realized it's easier to use some bags of paver base as you did, and only need about 6 or 7 bags to do the job! I learned a lot here and feel much more confident now going into this project! Kudos for taking the time to do this video. - Mark from Holly, Michigan.

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks very much, I appreciate it! I hope that your slab went well!

[@Allhandlesalreadytaken9]

Excellent video as usual my friend. I've been wanting to do a pad like this next to the driveway for my garbage bins.

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks man, I appreciate it. That's literally what a small pad like this would be perfect for go for it!

[@XHACKENBERGX]

Thank you for the video. As for the stakes, I pulled the screws out of the side and drilled them most of the way into the top. Then I used my hammer to easily pull the stakes up by the screw.

[@JessedoesDIY]

Anytime! That's actually a good idea, have to remember that for next time

[@AnnieLavender]

This really helped, I have a concrete slab walkway that is absolutely wrecked from hard Canadian winters and the previous homeowners not really caring to perform house/yard maintenance. So I really found this quite handy!

[@JessedoesDIY]

Awesome, glad I could help! Well I live in Saskatchewan, so I know what you mean by hard winters lol it's amazing how little effort maintenance is and nobody does it. Yet how fast it deteriorates without it. Good luck on yours!

[@Umm.dallas]

Oh i feel that, starting to get cracks all along the house! Good ole Manitoba winters💁🏽‍♀️😂

[@JessedoesDIY]

Yuuuuup. The past few winters have been ridiculous

[@robhtp3817]

Bro, thanks for this vid. This is roughly the size of slab I’m going to need to do in my backyard. My job is between the foundation slab and the paver walkway, which are held in place by 2x4’s. You’ve got a new subscriber here bro. I’m not much of a handyman and this Vid was perfect for me as you went step-by-step. 🙌🏼

[@JessedoesDIY]

Dude, that's awesome! Welcome the crew, I'm so glad I could help you out. If you haven't done it yet, good luck on your slab!

[@sundriedtime]

Your general attitude towards work + life is really inspiring!

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks so much!

[@diegomorales7538]

This is the best DIY vid I’ve seen on KZbin

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks! I think it's probably my best video so far

[@barrybebenek8691]

Nice clear instructions with no extra “blah blah blah”. Nice work on the slab. Like to see whatever comes in the future. Sub’d. 🇨🇦👍🏼

[@JessedoesDIY]

That's awesome, thanks! Glad you liked it

[@ap.99]

bro take this as a compliment, I had to skip some concrete slab making videos until I found this video. You have a nice voice! Nice enough to hear and watch you explain the process. I didn't skip some parts unlike other vids 😭😭😭

[@JessedoesDIY]

I appreciate that! I will take the compliment, so thanks. I hope you found the video helpful too.

[@michaelneumeister586]

Dude, you did an awesome job. Made it feel stress free. I subscribed.

[@JessedoesDIY]

That's awesome! I'm glad I could help, and welcome to the crew!

[@bmorefriendly]

thanks for this great video. i just laid a concrete step coming out my back door for the first time. your video taught me everything.

[@JessedoesDIY]

That's awesome. I'm glad to hear it!

[@artemartem1134]

you earned a sub with this one - I needed an instructional video on pouring a slab for a generator and this was perfect. Thanks!

[@JessedoesDIY]

That's awesome, thanks for joining! I'm glad I could help out, good luck on your slab!

[@Grdnrjess8946]

Never heard of a bunnyhug! Thanks so much for your channel, I'm learning so much. You're so knowledgeable without the ego.

[@JessedoesDIY]

Haha it's a Saskatchewan term, I don't know why. That's awesome, well I'm glad I could help out!

[@pixilladesigns1]

Canadians get the squarest 2x4's! This is a great video, btw, thanks for this!

[@JessedoesDIY]

Pfft maybe if you dig for them lol They aren't always. I'm glad you liked it

[@yanik.ottenbreit]

Fellow canadian here, love your video

[@theherbiebrown]

Thank you for the video. I’ll be tackling this in a couple of weeks. It’s my first time doing this, but with your help, I’ll get it done!

[@JessedoesDIY]

Anytime, glad I could help! Absolutely you can, good luck on yours!

[@sunshinereneemodeling]

Doing a dry pour seems a ton easier to me

[@JessedoesDIY]

Dry pours are not good ideas, but everybody seems to be fascinated by them recently. Ultimately you're skipping vital steps, and concrete is a chemical reaction. Skipping them will have adverse effects. There is a reason the pros, as well as concrete manufacturers don't do it

[@superdivemaster]

Thanks for the Calculator, the only one that would do my small 43" x 30" Pad !!!

[@JessedoesDIY]

Anytime! Glad to hear somebody used it lol

[@henryng9406]

Good job, & thanks for not having annoying music.

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks. It crazy how many people comment about not having music lol

[@WILSON.1]

People this pleasant still exist?! Nice job, thanks!

[@JessedoesDIY]

I do! Lol thanks!

[@benfroehlich9128]

Nice step by step video. Dry times vary quite a bit depending on your area for anyone watching this and following these steps for guidance. 3 hours might be too long to wait for a finishing trowel.

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks! Yeah it can vary greatly by temp, humidity and mix used

[@robertlis298]

Very comprehensive and good video, thank you , will be doing this within the next two weeks.

[@TXPatriot737]

Thanks for a great video! Beginning to build a pad in the backyard and now I have everything I need.

[@JessedoesDIY]

Anytime, glad you liked it! Good luck on yours

[@centexan]

Love those big tubs for the smaller jobs. . Bought my first one probably 40 years ago and never mixed in a wheelbarrow again.

[@JessedoesDIY]

Yup, I prefer the tub. This way doesn't beat the crap out of my wheelbarrow

[@ChazBword]

Thank you for explaining every step of this process and adding tips. This was extremely helpful and gave me the confidence to make a pad for my stairs in my garden.

[@JessedoesDIY]

Anytime, I'm glad you found it useful! Good luck on yours!

[@CelticStone]

thank you, I just finished mine after the wife nagged me 12 years ago. I wondered about the curing, now at least I can keep her at bay for another 10 years 😇😇😇

[@JessedoesDIY]

Haha better late than never! Happy to help

[@robertcastillo848]

What a great video!! I'll be doing some concrete work on my house a l little at a time because my back can only take so much 😂 and your video really helped me, A+ on your editing and Instructions and guidance while making the video. I was wondering why you weren't using the wheel barrel to mix the cement but then realized you saved the grass clippings and your dirt you scrapped up at the beginning, smart man 🫡 keep up the good work!!

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks so much, I'm glad you liked it! Pick away at projects a little at a time and before you know it, it'll be a new yard. That's what I've been doing. Good luck on yours!

[@Butterfly-iz3nm]

The dog is the coolest thing about this video.

[@galkanftw]

I would have used the square to mark it and the spade to dig lol but that's me.There are actually tricks you can do like put a board across the middle to hold the middle from bowing out simply have higher stakes and screw the board up higher above the surface allowing you to work underneath. As to the pour i would be ok making the first several bags a bit wetter because they will keep the bottom from getting too dry too fast by the dry stones or simply spray some water on the stones. Something many forget or don't know is that concrete is never a perfect pour there wil be areas wetter softer than otehrs and those areas will likely SINK a bit.So there are two ways to fix that go over the pour minimum 3x i prefer 4 for perfection and or to pour with a bit of a crown instead of the perfectly flat screed method. Finally and perhaps very important is to not use an aluminum trowel but to just use a magnesium float .Trust me if you float it 4x your broom job will look amazing you just can't float it before it is ready it needs to dry a bit each time.I have many times still got an amazing finish flaoting 3x but so many people including contractors are not organized or impatient and will only float it 2x and unless your weather if perfect temperature perfect the mix is perfect you won't get the preferred finish.

[@berthetranch689]

Thank you for telling how long to wait between each step, very helpful

[@JessedoesDIY]

No prob! I figured that would be a question I'd get often if I didn't because it is valid

[@theartofconcrete]

Great to see you used reinforced concrete. It helps keep the slab tight. It would be great to see a wider finishing broom used.

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks! I would have liked that too but I was trying to use things the homeowner might grab at the hardware store. That's what they had so that's what I grabbed

[@MichelleWhitman-r1n]

Id grab about five buckets, A mixing drill bit and BAM! save that back my friend its the only one you have. Awesome video

[@JessedoesDIY]

This much wight and rocks will burn out a drill. A good hand mixer then yeah for sure. I've got it too and do that method when I'm pouring counters and table tops. Thanks tho, glad you liked it!

[@67_PowerStroke]

Super important to wear a mask when dumping the concrete out of the bag. That dust will hardened inside your lungs....

[@Saberhagen77]

Is cools dude I reckon the 30 years of heavy smoking (wink wink) will probably get them first... Oww.. Is beer o'clock 😂 No but good advice thanks... I just burnt a root out the floor... Fackin used slightly too much lighter fluids 😮 fml oops!! Is okay is parents house not mine lol 😊

[@testtickles8878]

Most concretors I know smoke gear and darts flat out, cement dust has nothing on them

[@The_PokéFlute]

These people commenting about smoke have no idea what Silica is and what it does to the lungs. Trust me it’s not the same as smoke 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@speedbird983]

Yea good point! Thanks!

[@SnakePlantCollector]

I wear a mask when dumping but still hold my breath for a while 😄 And walk away for a few seconds until the dust disappears.. Even if I do it like this, it still feels like I am breathing in some dust.

[@christopherburgan4712]

Hats off to your step by step ability dude lol. A couple things I'd have done differently but irregardless good job. 👍

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks very much! There is always something I'd do differently too, but for the sake of simplicity for people this is what I came up with. Glad you liked it!

[@stavrosladeas4421]

I really enjoyed this video, And I really appreciate your style/energy. I’m planning to do something very similar at my house in the coming weeks, and your tips just increased my confidence and overall knowledge of how to approach this, thank you for that!

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks very much! I'm glad you liked it and learned from it. Good luck on your slab!

[@matthewvanselow1979]

This is hands down the best instructional video on making a concrete slab, and it has given me the confidence to undertake such a project. Thank you for making such an effective and empowering video! Brilliant!

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thank you very much! I'm glad you found it useful. Good luck on yours!

[@UncleStevesWorkshop]

Dude you're crushin it keep em coming

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks man! I appreciate it

[@fireyourrocketts]

Flat surfaces pours of 4" deep does not need reinforcement at all, nor gravel but if one has the extra money to expend it does not hurt either.

[@louismontoya7437]

😂😂😂

[@globalcomsur]

Nice job, lifetime strong

[@stroys7061]

I agree. I poured several 4’x4’x4” d as labs for a patio area in my dog run several years ago. No cracks, no settling, and still perfectly leveled with about a 2 degree slope away from the house.

[@jcraigshelton]

True. I’d just use the 5000 psi maximizer and call it good.

[@jjparks9263]

If it’s really small like this yes. But personally would always recommend reinforcing. Concrete is not strong at all without rebar.

[@danielyveslaxalepoems5043]

Great stuff mate! Enjoyed how you showed the little tips, on edging the concrete and brushing the finished slab. 😊

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks! I'm glad I could help

[@larrysmith7175]

I noticed you did not put any cut lines in your slab. Is there a min/max size of slab required for cut lines ?

[@JessedoesDIY]

That's about as big of a slab as I'd go without it. You can do bigger without them, but run the risk of cracking.

[@brodsywhite465]

As a thought, a list of the tools you used would be helpful to the audience. I know you talked about them, but a written list would be helpful. Loved the video - so well done. Thanks so much.

[@JessedoesDIY]

There is links in the description of what I could find, but I know what you mean. Thanks, I'm glad you liked it!

[@Mr0neShotAway]

Great video, thanks for sharing

[@JessedoesDIY]

Anytime! Glad you liked it

[@rayrieder2380]

Iam 70 now poured concrete. Poured it for 50 years! Came out 😊 👍

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks!

[@Col-q2f]

Excellent tutorial, i will be doing my first pad tomorrow and this was very helpful

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks! That's awesome, I hope it went well

[@luismoran9425]

You make it look so simple, step by step😊 thank you

[@JessedoesDIY]

Anytime, glad I could help!

[@albertvelasquez7089]

Fantastic job!im geting old and like older senior citizen don't have the money to pay for the labor ,im replacing my electric gate motor ,now i can make a small custom concret slab,im a retried tool@cutter grinder.😁

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks very much! Sounds like you have a great project, good luck on yours!

[@HeartTheBodyMovement]

You made it look so easy!! I feel more confident now!

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks, glad I could help. Good luck on yours!

[@chrisl.2505]

Great video. Never did any concrete work before but im feeling confident to tackle my first project...BTW I have what i thought was an old concrete mixer in my garage i was about to put on the curb til i seen this. Now i think im going to try to use it pretty soon. You might have saved me a few hundred 😅.

[@NeilWoodSales]

Excellent video!!! Thank. you Jesse. I'm ready to begin my project now. Cheers from Massachusetts

[@JessedoesDIY]

Anytime, happy I could help, cheers!

[@conradbarf2136]

Love the amount of detail provided

[@JessedoesDIY]

Good to hear!

[@LADYBALDHEAD]

This was the DIY concrete video, I've seen. Now I feel fully ready to complete my project. Thank you!

[@JessedoesDIY]

That's awesome! I'm glad I could help, good luck on yours!

[@wandanelson4223]

Wow, I can’t thank you enough for this video! It’s a great video, straight to the point with no selling/promotional bits, exactly what I was looking for!

[@JessedoesDIY]

Anytime! Glad you like it

[@petvet1825]

Great video! I feel like I could go out and do this. Thank you for the tip on the sealer to avoid having to use the water for curing.

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks. For sure you can! No problem, glad I could help. Good luck on yours

[@boatmonkey]

Nice job! You made this easy-peesy and everyone should be able to do it if the take their time and follow these simple instructions. Thanks for this sensible alternative to all the useless dry-pour vids that are encouraging folks to create poor hard surface things (can’t really call them concrete).

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks! I tried to make it as clear and easy to do as possible while doing it correctly. I've had so many people comment about dry pouring, and I tell every one of them how Terri le of an idea it is. There is a reason why roads aren't poured by a dump truck and then a water truck comes by...or why bags of concrete don't have dry pour instructions. I'm almost at the point of making a video disproving dry pouring

[@devilblueduke]

Awww the doggie helped you and he’s the best part of the video

[@JessedoesDIY]

haha he is always around watching!

[@kirkwilson5900]

Job inspector 🐕 is just chillin 😎 hard up on that deck. Mine would've been all up in my business lol

[@JessedoesDIY]

Yeah lol I keep saying he needs a white hat because he does that quite often. Back in his younger days he would have been in my face

[@panman1224]

Thank you. Great and easy to understand thorough instructions.

[@JessedoesDIY]

Anytime, glad you found it useful

[@redcanoe9810]

Thanks young fella! You covered all the bases!

[@JessedoesDIY]

Anytime!

[@LivingOurLifeKC]

Great video. I plan to put in a shed next year and will be using this again to help me put in my pad.

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks! That's awesome. Good luck when the time comes

[@cloverlewis6278]

Lovely video will try this to do my patio

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks! Good luck on yours

[@Abc-kf4qx]

Thank you from BC, excellent video! This will be helpings me make mine, much appreciated!

[@JessedoesDIY]

Anytime! Glad you found it useful!

[@daverepole9283]

Excellent video. One of the best I've seen.👍

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks, appreciate it!

[@ast-og-losta]

That's a fine looking concrete slab. Thanks. I enjoyed the video.

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks, appreciate it!

[@JC-fb7bm]

Love your supervisor!😁

[@JessedoesDIY]

Me too! 😃

[@markgoddard4694]

Your Husky is gorgeous ❤

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks! He's my goodest boy

[@nedinuhummings7340]

😊 awesome work I’ve watched other concrete videos yours has actually explained how each step is done and why it works for example the fingerprint in the concrete to check before brushing etc these big concrete names on you tube don’t do the little details like you just showed thanks great video.

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks, appreciate it! I try to explain as much as I can in my videos and answer questions that I think will come up, and give tips to simplify the why, so I'm glad you found it useful!

[@gsxrsquid]

Good video. I would use broken concrete to get the mesh about the middle of the slab. Very nice work.

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks. Yeah there are a couple options but for simplicity sake for the average homeowner, this was easy. Glad you liked it

[@matchoo4050]

I’ll soon be attempting this for a fire pit in my backyard. Thanks for the tips!!

[@JessedoesDIY]

Awesome! Good luck on yours

[@RobOntheFarm]

I am not a pro, but I have poured 630, 80lb bags around the homestead; poured a 56, 80lb bag footer yesterday (set a new record at 23 80lb bags per hour), and some of my lessons learned from these pours is to always pour pads a minimum of 4 inches thick. Pads less than 4" are vulnerable to cracking. For pads I place rebar in 2' squares for light loads, and 1' squares for heavy loads. Wire cage is good for arresting/preventing the propagation of cracks. I terminate rebar and cage 4" from the edge of the concrete. For footers I dig 12" wide and 12" below grade, but the frost line is only 6" where I live and its important to be below the frost line or risk heave. I place the classic 4 stick, 4" by 4" rebar truss in the center of my footers. It is very important to pour wet concrete onto wet concrete so for hand pours the biggest pad that I will pour is about 8' wide by however long I can go until I am exhausted, but footers can go on for a very long ways because they are only 12" wide so I am always adding wet concrete to wet concrete; there is little urgency for floating/finishing, and floating/finishing is easy on a 12" wide pour, so I can afford more time for breaks.

[@phillhart2990]

Just right. Enjoyed watching. Well done!

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thank you very much!

[@ethanjames82]

Very helpful thanks Jesse! My project came out pretty good this vid was a huge help! Cheers!

[@JessedoesDIY]

Fantastic! I'm glad to hear it, thanks for sharing. Cheers!

[@elissasy9464]

Thank you! Best video! Your dog is so cute too!

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks! Lol he's pretty great in my eyes

[@Willm28]

Awesome video... you inspired me to make a small slab for my grills and motorcycle...

[@JessedoesDIY]

Thanks. That's awesome, good luck on yours!

[@maxiedwards195]

The most helpful vid I've seen...

[@JessedoesDIY]

Awesome