Choices Can Be Hard Ep.67

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[@larrysperling8801]

you bring back memories. 30 yrs ago my wife and i decided to build our own house. with the help our family and friends we were able to build a modest 2000 sq ft ranch we did everything except hvac , plumbing and concrete. someone told us going into this that if your still married when your house is finished you will probably stay that way. well we just celebrated our 50th anniversary and we can't imagine living anyplace else' i am really enjoying this series.

[@Dlo831SC]

larry sperling congratulations brother best wishes to you and yours 💪🏾

[@jimdoherty5010]

Fascinating and heartwarming story ,congratulations

[@hardlyb]

My dad and my stepmom had a house built for them - in advance of getting married - and even that was a strain on their relationship. (She didn't have any kids, and my brothers and I were already grown and out of the house.) One thing that made it worse was one evening when my dad brought home the movie "Mr Blandings Builds His Dream House". Apparently my stepmom announced, several times during the movie, "That's not funny!". But they got through it.

[@jeffreyplumber1975]

@@hardlyb ha ha no mention of Mrs Blanding or her dreams ha ha she got no sence of humor

[@swampwhiteoak1]

Mrs. Blanding’s choice of colors was great - 1/2 hour describing a color and the painter told his helper “off white”.

[@MusicBent]

I wouldn’t mind a video going around the site and pointing out examples of the small but ‘tough choices’ made during framing

[@corylannon8546]

Great idea, seconded.

[@mikemiller4838]

Yes for sure

[@ur_cowboy]

Like a video about things to look out for and things often overlooked

[@BenCotten]

Could be done even after the house is done.

[@martyjehovah]

@@BenCotten The house is done isn't it? He says in the video that this episode was filmed in September. And in several episodes there have been images of the final product that I thought were photos, but I suppose could be very convincing renderings. Assuming I'm right it's way too late for them to be able to go poking around in the bones of the house pointing out issues they had, and compromises they made.

[@donfillenworth1721]

Your sole purpose of building this house is to make this video series. That is commitment that is truly admirable! Thanks for all you do, and thanks for sharing.

[@cuttheknot4781]

It paid off - literally! 1,900 Patreon supporters and KZbin ad revenue. This channel is worth a lot more than this build. And they deserve every penny for their efforts, intelligence, and well spoken good nature. A fine example they are.

[@jamieminnix6574]

@@cuttheknot4781 probably the best on KZbin been building (roofing) since could climb a ladder watch every 1 better than this old house no offense tom Silva man knows his shit and voice is calming

[@Goraiders75]

@@cuttheknot4781 I so agree hell 1,000,000,000 houses sold for profit would still not be worth that this channel and his knowledge amounts too

[@crm.carpentry]

Young "Russel"? taking his first steps literally melted my heart ❤😭😭😭😊👍🏻

[@NenadKralj]

That kid is so special I love it 😍

[@AnthonyStabler]

I share your family at the end with my wife. That tells her all she needs to know about why I watch your videos faithfully. Your lessons are deep to the very end.

[@raymihurtadostuart7052]

Tony Stabler I just did the same! Family is everything.

[@j.r.7859]

I'm Polish and been watching this series in Germany. You won't believe it, but the purpose me watching it is not to learn carpentry but English. Your way of speaking, your voice , tone and speed makes this series a perfect English course. Keep up the good work. Thank you very much.

[@sigdetcdr]

Sir, you DON'T need to apologize for anything. You are a proven success on your path that is YOUR life. Thank you for sharing what you know and what you do with the world.

[@9mmkahr]

Great point about decisions. I am the foreman of a custom home building crew, and those decisions are an almost daily occurrence. Between the main print numbers, elevation, floor print, and truss layout, there are discrepancies. Making sure it all will pass inspection and look like that picture, while paving the road smoothly for the other trades, is a challenging, and fun, part of our jobs as rough carpenters.

[@Rockhound1943]

Absolutely love the safety moment at the end of the video and I appreciate you comments of "bad habits". I work in industry and the corporate safety culture is hard to navigate at times. In that environment rules are in place for the lowest common denominator and by that I mean they are safe practices that protect the worker and the company from the, lets say accident prone worker. Anyways I was all onboard with your understanding and explanation of you managing your own risk... right up until I watched the scene with your lil grandson taking what are presumably some of his first steps. After seeing that I thought about how my own risk tolerance changed when I had kids and at some point that my risk tolerance will go down again when i see my first grandkiddo. I wish you nothing but the best going forward love the video series. Stay safe, be well, be happy.

[@kevinvermeer9011]

One thing I've learned in industrial electrical work, paying for college by painting, and personal construction work is that correct use of safety gear is a habit, not something you engage on a case to case basis. Just as Scott and I are accustomed to working on ladders without fall protection, we also grow accustomed to certain safety practices that we just always use - for me, that's seat belts in cars, helmets on bikes, safety glasses, hearing protection, respirators, and lockout/tagout on the job as practices that are just automatic and habitual. And as a Dad, I'm teaching my 3yo that when you work with tools with Dad you wear your safety glasses, and when you ride your push bike you wear a helmet, and we'll introduce more gear as he gets older. Hope he's better at ladder safety than me - and I do try to remember my fall protection with the goal of being an active participant in his life and (maybe, someday, sniffle) his kid's lives like Scott is.

[@thebeardedone1225]

You're not the only post retirement builder that still enjoys climbing around on rafters, like an 18 year old bull pup. Keeps us young at heart..

[@kaipo8489]

Not only are you great at what you do, you are also a great story teller!

[@tonyamadrigal4524]

Essential Craftsman is my favorite program on you tube. love it.

[@lawrencenlberg]

You must be proud of your son and his kids heart warming to see you guys working together and having the family over

[@nathanrice3890]

Hello Mr Craftsmen. I really appreciate you saying the last part of the video. My ex girlfriend had her father who was only 26 fall off a 3 story construction project, break his neck and eventually succumb to his injuries. We say it a lot in my field, every precaution is written in blood. There is a reason why we do some things and we do it to be better in the future. WEAR YOUR GEAR

[@clarencehaws3811]

I just started watching a week ago.I'm on 68. I have enjoyed it very much. I've done commercial construction most of my life. This is nice just to binge watch your videos.

[@Shryquill]

I've got to say I'm grateful for the workflow we use at work, and the regulations my country has for safety. Full scaffolding, internal fall netting lining the ceiling line, laser cut kit-set roof trusses which are all stood by the builders. All we do is turn up to the site, take the plywood delivery hoisted directly to the roof, then go about installing the roof system. Every so often we have to deal with a custom job like what you're working on here, and there is no end to the headaches, it's messes with the workflow that's normal for us.

[@kalebrowland626]

I am a general contractor in AK. I took a nasty fall off a 5/12 roof while it was raining, so now my policy is no roofing while raining and tie off above a 4/12. My crew has no issues with complying because we all want to go home at the end of the day!

[@markb.1259]

Scott... Always a warm, kind and most humble Man!!! Thank You for your insightful words Scott. You are a good man!

[@psidvicious]

Late to the party on this video. Great one, as always but Rustys got you beat for sure! Caught myself smiling from ear to ear watching the little guy take those first steps in life. Thanks for sharing that moment! Made my day!

[@sanchichisan7797]

You remind me so much of my father-in-law (in a much more calm and patient way 😉). We just finished remodeling our home, from the ground up, late last year. It was an almost 2 year project that at times felt like we would never finish. We're taking a break and will finish off the California carport this summer. My family and I are back home and although my father-in-law and I had our seasons, I honestly can't wait to work beside him again. I love that old man. He's been the closet thing to a dad since my pops passed away when I was 5. God bless you and your family. I will pray that I can be a honorable and loving father to my three children and that they look up to me like I'm sure your children look up to you. Thanks bud.

[@RILEYLEIFSON_UTAH]

That little boy is absolutely ADORRRRABLE!! If watching him didn't put a grin on your face...I doubt anything will.

[@fairenough2]

I have been following EC from a long while back and will continue to for a long time to come. It is one of the few subscriptions I hold which consistently offers entertainment and education in a very real setting.. access to these sources is the most valid reason for businesses like KZbin to exist.. responsible adults making videos for other people responsible for their own actions and decisions.

[@WilliamFontaineJr]

I’m 65 and my last big project was a remodel of our 1700 sq foot condo as we downsized from the home I built. I was about Scott’s age and thankfully it was and is the last big project for me. My joints can no longer do the work. I have loved living in the some of the projects I’ve done and watching the work age and learning from the changes and failings of that work. Also watching homes hold up against the weather and environment because of the design and build of the project. My mind never tires of trying to understand how a building works and how to make it last longer at reasonable cost. This channel is hard to understand why it is good. Whatever the reason it is the best of its sort on KZbin.

[@mr.bkniss1887]

I have just finished an "Owner Built Home " here in B.C. Canada . Essential Craftsman has been a great source of inspiration and an insight into the workings of a true professional . I am in my late 70's ... Thanks. Bert

[@Goraiders75]

Watching the Lil guy walk filled my heart so much thank you

[@dragonrider93]

I had to chuckle when I heard that Dirty Harry quote, I have used that quote on myself a few times. Then I see you lean out the side of the building and thought of my favorite John Wayne quote. “A man's got to do what a man's got to do.” I know I don't have to say it, but just be careful out there and CYA.

[@machone1757]

With Over 45 Years of Electrical Construction, the statement I've developed a lot of bad habits is so True. People, Please follow Proper Safety Practices. Years of Experience Allows " Us" Old Pro's to do things we have been comfortable to do in the past. This " Old " Dog is Learning and Safety is # 1. This Series is Awesome.

[@robsdeviceunknown]

This is going to be a mighty fine home to someone.

[@davidgagnon2849]

@Gkbggb Gbgtjbftjj I think you actually meant "not" like any box on the street. This is above and beyond the normal build in quality.

[@JohnnyJr396]

Gkbggb Gbgtjbftjj you don’t think brick goes over osb? Pfft. Show us what you can do

[@JohnnyJr396]

Gkbggb Gbgtjbftjj lol it’s obvious you don’t know anything about building

[@JohnnyJr396]

Gkbggb Gbgtjbftjj well I’m not sure where you’re from and I don’t care. It’s not uncommon in Europe to have homes that old. In the US there are homes just as old in rural areas. There is a plantation near me that 200 years old. Just as you say you had to do, I don’t care if the house was built 200 years ago or 5, if you don’t maintain ,redo what needs to be done it will fall in. Back to you and your comments about above and beyond it sounds like you think the studs are right up against a real brick house and you’d be wrong

[@JohnnyJr396]

Gkbggb Gbgtjbftjj ok buddy you have a good one ...

[@alanhornbaker4502]

This really has been an enjoyable series to watch. I've come back to it a couple times over the years. This summer I'm hoping to watch it all the way through, maybe a couple times, to catch things that I missed. Thank you for making this, and for sharing your skills, thoughts, and experience; this series is a fucking gold mine.

[@kevinhoening4427]

Just a comment with regard to hand nailing I observe in your videos. When my father in-law (life long carpenter contractor) would observe my learning, one thing he always harped on when I gripped a hammer handle on the short side, is why I was working harder then needed and not using the tool as intended. This has always stuck with me and it comes back to me every time I see it in your videos. He has passed now but he taught me a lot!

[@soniarosado5971]

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[@clownworldpa2590]

Past 25yrs... Used a rope once (well, it was not a rope... It was the air hose wrapped around me)... We all have bad habits! Thanks for the video.... I enjoy them all from many KZbinrs. I tried to do videos and I suck at it.. I will stick to home construction

[@kurtrindgen4708]

I shouted and giggled with joy at the end of the video. Russ or Rusty’s first steps. That was great.

[@johnschuten5170]

Russy made me smile ear to ear, remembering my granddaughters 1st steps. good times

[@juantransportador]

Hello, from Chihuahua Mexico, is all ways good to see the family together, GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

[@martinpoulsen6564]

I am. And really have been, enjoying this series. It is so cool to watch as multiple generations come together on a project, not only to do that, but for everyone involved to learn and grow through it, all the while also paying homage to other trades and the local community, and what value it brings to have that around. It's a well documented rewritten pioneer story. Not only have you earned your stripes, but also the right to be proud in good comfort, sinful as it may sound. But you've really brought something ro the world with this series. Thank you, from across the pond (where we build a bit differently, and are maybe a little less prone to the evil Knievel stuff)

[@JohnMcGrathManInShed]

It is certainly a lot more time consuming and harder to build anything while filming, you guys are doing a great job with this series!

[@Amritt_Poncho_Villa]

Another great video gentlemen. Thank you! A little story about fall protection; which is a misnomer as they are anti-landing or softer landing devises; they don’t prevent falls, they prevent collisions at speed with the bottom of the gravity well. Decades ago I was part of a crew working on a lighthouse off the Washington state coast. One of the tasks was the installation of a standing seam metal roof. Everybody on the roof wore fall protect harnesses. Instead of being anchored to the ridge, (which would have complicated the roof installation) the people on the roof used tended lines, the line goes up over the ridge to somebody on the ground on the other side of the building who pays out and takes up slack as needed. One of the people on the roof needed something passed up, he looks down to have somebody get him what he needs and who does he see but the person tasked with preventing his collision with the bottom of the gravity well. Like many systems proper correct implementation is key to the system performing its intended function. Managed risk. Stay in bed ‘n you risk bed sores.

[@steenfraosterbro3268]

Hey KZbin I enjoy this content. Others may also enjoy this.

[@martyorourke6584]

Ha!!!

[@iohannesfactotum]

They listened! thanks bud!

[@hermanboing8489]

I've helped frame a few houses, one in January in New Hampshire. Your videos bring back both good and bad memories. Thanks.

[@jamesellis7677]

Love your series. As a builder myself I can appreciate the time taken to do the video and commentary... Thank you

[@scottbennington2936]

If more people listened to your message, and executed your teachings, there would be many more champions and far less victims in the world. Your spirit is inspirational.

[@mp330600]

I have enjoyed your series on building this house. Over my life I've built 8 spec houses, 1 custom home for others and 3 custom homes for my family. I have enjoyed most of the process of building. I think you've done an excellent job of verbalizing the ins and outs of the process. I'll be watching this series to the end.

[@KarlMcCleve]

I did a lot of framing homes in my younger days including some very nice Custom Homes in the Phoenix Valley. This guy really knows his stuff. Thank you for the great opportunity to sit back and enjoy framing without having to actually do it :-)

[@user990077]

13:00 When I was in my early 20's I could walk 2 x 4 plate 15 feet in the air all day and not worry. 40 years later I wouldn't dare try that. And when I replaced shingles on my roof after a wind storm I spent the 200 bucks or so the fall protection kit and before I moved from ladder to roof I had that thing hooked up and ready if needed.

[@jenkins2162]

You reminded me of my dad when you use a skillsaw. It's like it's part of your hand, smooth, quick, and spot on the mark.

[@anthonybabowicz4025]

Watching those first steps by the little boy made my eyes water. Brings back the memories. Maybe the sawdust in these old eyes, I don't know.

[@deanwilliams93]

This structure is most likely complete. You, as a narrator, a tutor... you teach many things. And finally after 60+ Episodes it is a revelation to find out it actually rains there. I know no one can have short sleeves on for over a year... nor does a framing project take as long.. However, as a project, each step is welcome. You remind me of the gracious man who built our family 1972 Williamsburg re- construction from a real Williamsburg era home Mom and Dad purchased on 224 Broad Street, Berlin, MD 21801. They are no longer here but the structure is simply amazing. Long live your work and the home you are creating.

[@iggyandangus]

I’ve lived in my current house for almost five years now and I’ve been under a renovation nearly the entire time. The hardest part I’ve found is the order of operations of what needs to happen before what step. Having to think of the last step first and working backwards before even starting is not for everyone. Then like you said, having to pivot and think on the fly is the next hardest thing.

[@w1swh1]

Great job guys, I really look forward to each episode. Knowing your limits is important, however sometimes its worth testing. Like the time my girlfriend and I had to lift a 50 gallon water heater onto a 2ft platform (empty but still too heavy for both of us). I suggested walking it up on two pillars of 2" thick concrete blocks. I would do the tilting and girlfriend would do the block placement. I was certain it wouldn't work but worth a try. Darn me it worked and credit goes to girlfriend who made sure the concrete blocks were accurately positioned. I just did the tilting:) We continue seeing each other.

[@thecynic807]

I was told that sometimes fear is a good thing. It can save you life.

[@GameVilleofficialpage]

The Cynic the people who need to stop are those who aren’t scared. The second you lose that fear you become complacent, and that’s what ultimately kills people. It’s not the fact that you have the mental fortitude to do x dangerous thing that’s saving you, it’s your situational awareness that’s keeping you alive

[@trentjohnson9842]

A perfect piece for a young tradesperson. Self preservation is a great quality in any well applied career

[@JT-hs3pe]

@@GameVilleofficialpage so true. I've always thought this was. Soon as you get cocky, mistakes happen

[@motor2of7]

I understand the emphasis on video production but don’t forget that for many of us it’s just enjoyable to watch a true pro work. I for one am not concerned about seeing repetitive steps. I learn something in every video.

[@cjschmitt4882]

If you sir don't get recognition for your channel then there is no good in the world....a natural! Fine work sir!

[@Chrisinvention]

I love this little guy. He makes right decisions and is a quick learner. Keep up the good work! BTW...you making nice progress here.

[@jamesdavis8731]

I never ever ever thought I would binge watch videos on the construction of anything - but this series is so good I find myself literally watching hours a day - up until this video. Can't wait for the rest. My entire family is in the construction trade, but I was never interested. Now I find myself admiring what they do so much more than before.

[@anthonypiligno7618]

You are a great grandpa bro... keep up the good work.....JJ......

[@barryduckworth5224]

Making the tough decisions and moving on, living with it good or bad is just another one of your skills that I admire a lot. I sometimes get a bad case of "analysis paralysis", and waste a lot of time. Enjoyed the footage of the little guy learning to walk, my youngest granddaughter is right there with him.One day he can say "I learned to walk on a construction site", and have the footage to prove it. There was a song that had a line, Loving every minute of it!

[@joshmullins2553]

The building is great, but that little boy at the end is adorable!!

[@stuartmcleod8490]

Always a joy when a new video comes out. Such full, humble and quality content in each episode

[@mattberg916]

It's a gorgeous project! And are those the young man's first steps? You are a blessed man and your family is blessed to have you. The compromise between safety and productivity is always a tough one. I will always do things that would give me a heart attack to see my sons or anyone else do. I think that is part of being a man, to push you own limits while not wanting others in your charge to take chances...for better or for worse.

[@RandalTollefson]

I don't have any interest in homebuilding but I am enjoying your series. Including your family is priceless.

[@danbarrett6113]

Such a grand house Scott and Nate, Scott it was great coming by to see you a while back, my friend John who you also met finally did succome to his bought with cancer. Thank you so much for treating us both with such kindness. We appreciate you.

[@josephdelimater3918]

Thank you for sharing your family & the love in it.

[@paulshelton-smith4414]

I am watching all the episodes from Great Britain. Really interesting to see different build practices but also to see very many useful tips and methods that I will consider as we plan to demolish and rebuild our own home

[@DeliveryMcGee]

LOL the disclaimer at the end. Of course Scott's an old-school cowboy. OSHA only applies to big companies, if the operation is just you and family and friends, you can play it fast and loose with safety standards (as long as everybody knows what they're getting into and signs a waiver, of course). I and the other photojournalists all thought it silly when the newspaper issued us reflective vests to wear when photographing car wrecks.In similar news, y'know how some places require hardhats per OSHA regs, and give out loaners to visitors? Yeah, I have two from when my dad fixed the air conditioners on oil rigs and just walked out with the hat.

[@kengamble8595]

Scott, I feel that this is one of the most important videos of all of the series ! Anyone who has been through the PROCESS of building their own home will most likely agree ! Thanks for sharing and take care. 👍 👍

[@keithreay]

What beautiful family love is shown here... keep up the great work.

[@jimmysquires5093]

Thanks so much for sharing this journey. I only found about it on Friday from Bus Huxley's channel. I watched 76 of the house building series since and really enjoyed them. This last one pointed out the safety problem that I had notice and glad you cleared it up. I grew up on a construction site in the 50s and no one seemed to care about safety issues. I am planning my second cabin, this time remote in the Ketchikan Alaska area and have seen many tips that I will use so thanks again.

[@joesgarage6166]

It would really be fun to attend the open house. This house builds series has been great to watch. I’m always excited to see a new video pop up.

[@turtleairships]

got to say this.....for many of us watching, the house construction is incidental. we watch for YOU. you, all, are the great gift. thank you. Darrell

[@David7pm]

I can't wait to see the fall foliage in the background. Another fine production - take care and be safe.

[@dannykyle7950]

If you were building this house the typical way, I don't think any of us would be enjoying it the way we do. It's a strangely hypnotic, informative, and extremely relaxing way to start my day.

[@mariomallobox1156]

ENARO I love everything that you do you have so much knowledge and I thank you for sharing with your public I enjoy your show immensely I wish I was working side-by-side with you picking up all your little tricks , Thank you thank you thank you and God bless you I enjoy you immensely like I said

[@martincrippen3107]

I love the videos. Narration is great. Videography is great. I like that you share tidbits of family life. Thanks!

[@jameshutchins3396]

I love your videos period. If but nothing else I feel like I am enjoying time with good people and Lord knows we need that. Bless you and your beautiful family

[@613kc]

Safety FYI: Wife and I are two years into a house restoration; just had my second injury - same as the first. About a year ago, painting a ceiling was looking up for missed spots tripped over a sandbag that I had moved away from the wall edge that just happened to be in the garage. Fell into a new box fan on the floor, it” broke” my fall somewhat also ruined the fan. Couple of days ago putting up a shelf was standing on an old steel milk crate. Had stepped off and was centering the shelf board on the brackets tripped over the milk crate. So thankful I didn't shatter my wrist. Will surely be on light duty for a few days. Point being I was not off the ground, accidents could have been serious, did I learn anything? I hope so. Keep up the good work!

[@agtronic]

Wow. I discovered your videos while researching the absolute basics of framing. I have a 24x38 garage planned for this spring and I have learned so much in the last month just watching your videos and others' on here too. I ran a welding/fabrication speed shop for 5 years and we work in 32th or 64ths. It's so different to see wood working, but framing seems so satisfying compared to what I do. I can only imagine the feeling when you put up your first four walls in your first build. Seeing this particular video just confirms what I already thought about advanced framing. You guys know what you're doing. Thanks for putting this together for all to see. By the way, I don't know if you realize, but your calm demeanor and the way you deliver spoken English at a pace which we can process it is so key to your videos. When a subject is new to someone, it's great to have time to digest what is being said. Great work, seriously.

[@daveb.misc.2589]

yep. ive enjoyed this build tremendously. im old enough to know that ill never build a house. or have one built. but, ive had a good time watchin you build this one! thank you scott!

[@martyorourke6584]

Keep up the good work gentlemen. I love watching your channel and family. Thank you.

[@joshualukie5358]

I built house in the midwest for over 15 yrs. I really enjoy watching your videos and can relate to alot of what your saying bout productivity and safety. Lol its part of the process. Your a great craftsman and remind me of my teacher/boss. Larry Hall, very intelligent man w roof systems and productivity. He would make the truss engineers scrath thier heads and he would draw it out on the trusses and send them back. Great videos and keep them coming. Beautiful Home!

[@bobkat1663]

No such thing as too much footage, can always fast forward through repeats, great job, keep it up.

[@Ham68229]

Personally, could care less how many times we might see the same cut or same nailing, etc. It just gives extra knowledge for those that perhaps haven't seen it. As for choices, don't really care who you are but, everyone has made bad choices and good ones. I don't truly look at them as bad choices however, I do look at them as, a "learning experience" of how to NOT to do it next time. There aren't very many channels that go through the explaining of the "how's and why's" like you do. Said it before and will say it again, thank you for taking the time to "teach" per say. Learn something new from each video of yours and many times, reminded of things I've forgotten. I know you mentioned before in the past that there will be an "open house", question is, will you be taking "us" along for that as well? Great video as always, cheers :)

[@terrymiller5028]

I would also love to see the walk through ,through your eyes, as you walk it, instead of watching you walk through it.

[@randallbyrd6664]

Thanks for the videos. As a carpenter your insight, opinions and reality are reinforcing my decisions I have made. I could have made a billion dollars doing something else but the feeling I get showing up to a true career I love is worth it. Can't put a dollar sign on an honest living that you're proud of.

[@mattfrownfelter558]

Love the series. My wife and I just bought a house and are doing a major renovation ourselves. We both teach so we work like dogs on the house in the summer. You are 100% correct that working with your hands is one of the most satisfying things in the world. “Do your task and watch the house erect itself”

[@BEERLIGHTBROKER]

The video this man makes will always be some of my favorite things to watch.

[@CrimeVid]

I’m with you on the not wearing a harness thing, I hate a loose rope getting caught up on things and trailing around, the only time I’ll wear a rope it is a taut rope and only when I’m doing something I definitely shouldn’t be !

[@coaltarp]

Very cute Grandson ya got there overjoyed to tears sharing in the adventure of first steps...great call. I'll also share similar thinking and processes in determining how to get the job done quickly as possible in "relative" safety of the laborers mindset with decision always be made by the person.

[@texgibson6236]

My grandfather work to English Construction Alabaster Virginia it's about 25 years as a carpenter. It's nice to see real carpentry work being done. And the Real Steel shown how to do it.

[@scuddrunner1]

Many areas where I live won't allow OSB on the roof because the rainwater swells up the edges. I remember when OSB 1st came out it was smooth on both sides. What a PIA to sheet a roof! LOL. You know they make flush nailers for your Hitachi. On commercial projects, the nails can't over-penetrate the sheeting the building inspector frowns on that. Real carpenters wear leather bags!! I like that. :-)

[@bigbob9702]

I am surprised OSHA has not tracked you down!! We are similar age and I totally understand your position. I’m working to rebuild homes damaged by the tornadoes in Dallas last fall. There are many here who know what they are doing and feel just like you. We take risks that we can manage. Love your stuff.

[@markstansbury6795]

GOD bless this Family. If only we could all be so lucky.

[@mariomallobox1156]

I enjoy everything that you guys do,I would love the way you use the saw you use it so versatile all kinds of cuts

[@badlandskid]

Enjoyed the first steps.

[@Musabe009]

Fall protection is important! I used to work on coop grain towers. There is a little garage door way up top on them. I had to replace the doors using a man lift lols. I never used my fall protection! Many times I would be standing on the top railing of the man lift, one foot on the rail and one foot in the door opening! Scary stuff!!!! A slight breeze and the lift is rocking. Back then it wasn’t as stringent as today to wear them but it was required and they were available. I would wake up in the middle of the night from a dream that I fell. I use to build commercial metal buildings and walked the iron I Beam truss roofs. I loved it. We never wore fall protection. When we set the nets for the insulation and had it tied off and secure we would dive into them on lunch break and eat and nap. The ground crew use to think we were cray SOB’s lols. We were just dumb. I’ve worked from heights on many different jobs. When I first started me were on the outside of a tower more than a hundred feet and the two guys I was in the lift with indoctrinated me by rocking the lift back and forth making it sway. They wanted to see my reaction. Fresh home from Iraq and not scared of much I started rocking it harder and then they got scared 😂😂😂 When we came down they told the supervisor that o was a keeper and I could do the job. Many times I stood on the top of a 12 foot ladder, on the very top, to work. Sometimes that thing would get to walking a little. Scary crap.

[@ericlarkin6563]

No assumptions, you do cause that's what you do. Safe or not safe, great series, makes me want back in the trades. My old back won't have it though. Thank you.

[@raymondjackson2227]

First time I have seen your channel, I will definately watch more of your videos. Thank You

[@surfsidetulsa]

I am continually impressed by just how much I am learning that I didn't know I didn't know. You are clearly dedicated to building a quality home. Keep up your good work!

[@joshlvn7732]

The only other guy I know as tuff as you is my dad. There must have been something in the water because there are not many 60+ year olds that can do what you do! Cheers and much respect!

[@daveshively3295]

When the youngster at the end was tryin to walk I said out loud..."go buddy go!" 😀

[@86mahoney]

Please let us know when you're going to have the open house. I love this series and I really want to see the finished product. Thanks so much.