Complex Carpentry Ep.74

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[@geraldlaub6605]

I started as a roofer in the 80's. Hand nailed. The crew across the street would be finished in a day with staple guns. The home owner was the one to pay for repairs when the staples failed. Low bid, fast work. Even if it took me twice as long to finish a job, it would last for years longer. After 30 years on a roof my back couldn't take it any longer so I started home repair. Most of the repairs were caused because of some one cut corners to save time. It is good to see a true craftsman at work. I have watched a lot of your videos. Do it right the first time. Be proud of the results, not how much money you make.

[@austinpatrick2682]

When I was in the home repair business our motto was "we do it right the third time". Because the first time was somebody that did it wrong from the start, the second time was probably their neighbor or their brother's wife's uncle who attempted to fix it, and the third time they finally wised up and called a pro, us. Therefore, "we do it right the third time". Only once a week on average was a repair necessary even when the original work was well done. Those times almost always just involved excessive age. Like houses that are 200 years old, doesn't matter how well it was built, it will need repairs.

[@hardlyb]

I've spent most of my career as a programmer, and what you say is just as true of that craft. Except that, even if it takes 10% longer to do it right the first time, it ends up costing much less. And usually it takes less time to do it right the first time.

[@rednissan96]

I always told my guys in the floor covering industry...if you have time to go back and do it over you had time to do it right the first time.

[@geraldlaub6605]

@@austinpatrick2682 I like your motto. Reminds me of the one " We do shitty work but we're expensive" lol

[@Isaacsworlds]

Nice I’m 15 and I’m getting into framing I got to work with my dad for about 3 years now and I’ve learned how to cut and nail a wall

[@kozemchuk]

One thing I appreciate about Scott is that he is consistently aware of other trades and their work flow. That is one of the ways you keep good subs - making sure their work goes as smoothly as possible and a willingness to help solve problems that arise.

[@bigdavegooner]

Totally agree with just walking away from a problem sometimes and sleep on it. So many time I've laid in bed and the realisation of how to do it best come into my head. Or sometimes I'm just randomly watching youtube or Instagram videos and see someone doing the same exact thing I've been struggling to solve. I'm a Carpenter from the UK and we do thing a bit differently here but it's always good to listen to someone like you with so many year of experience. Love the videos

[@jcnpresser]

I’m the same way, but a mechanic. Heck I’ve even fixed cars while sitting on the toilet, 😂!!

[@joegar72]

The term "sleep on it' actually has scientific backing. In different studies, mice and rats were able to memorize mazes and patterns after being exposed to them briefly. They processed it in their sleep and performed better afterward. Courtesy of the sleep specialist Matthew Walker.

[@BeholdEmir]

As a young carpenter's apprentice I cannot tell you how much I appreciate your content here. I study your videos and often I get people that doesn't believe that I am just an apprentice. Thank you for putting amazing videos at such consistent rate.

[@stuartmcleod8490]

I think that the best thing being taught on this channel is the deep, thoughtful philosophy behind a great craftsman. It's so much more than being able to make perfect cuts or big complex projects, without the proper philosophy behind it a building will be a poor imitation of what it could be.

[@WilliamFontaineJr]

Stuart Mcleod you got that right, well said and true!

[@candace3676]

That is true. Thanks for summarizing so well.

[@nerfytheclown]

Could not have said it better. 25 year builder here.

[@Natedoc808]

Your videos sooth my 3month old boy when he is a touch fussy. I’m thinking we will revisit these videos in the future when he becomes the Gofer when we build a house, just like I was for my dad on several spec homes and then one he built in 1990, with many remodels and a ships build in between

[@gsh319]

That was a great segment. Looks great and as always built real nice. I love the carpentry trade. After 40 years at this trade, I still find it to be both the most challenging and most rewarding all in one. Sawdust, fresh dirt and a new build... what's better than that. Those are often the most rewarding part of an afternoon.

[@dford8874]

I really appreciate your program. Make Mr think when I first started on the book as an apprentice. We were building multi-million dollar homes in Moorestown NJ when I was 19. I'm 51 now

[@robertbritten5918]

Thank you for your words of wisdom. I am at an internal and external struggle with building a home for my family . I am able to find comfort listening To you, thank you

[@aaroningram9465]

your videos have a great "feel". Seasoned, smooth, even keeled. Thank you! Aaron in Portland Or.

[@paulkelly1702]

A problem solver will never be out of work. Scott, I enjoy each of your videos and look forward to the next one coming.

[@kasperplougjacobsen3473]

Thank you for a great video on a complex matter. Sitting here, saturday night, just before my exams in a couple of weeks as a carpenter here in small hygge Denmark, and ended up looking back on this video. In my exams project, I've been given the assignment concerning the valley on a vented, tiled roof with 25 degree pitch. During my research and mental gymnastics, as you also say, I've also come to the conclusion that the very essential (no pun) points in space which creates lines, planes, and so on, are the basic pillars to create objects in 3D, fx a valley rafter with the right dimension, angles and cuts. It's really a hard mental challenge, but it is possible. The ability to establish symmetry between intersecting planes is key. I'll be building my assignment the next two weeks, using my theoretical drawings as blueprints/plots. Seeing this video now, especially since I'm focusing on the necessities of the theoretical basis, made practical next week or two, makes me so deeply proud of myself, and usually I'm the last one to feel that. Thank you for that. Sorry for the long read, but it also helps a lot to try to explain it in english 😊 Keep up the good work

[@shauncarl9535]

I just recently stubbed across your video series. WOW does that bring a lot of great memories when I was a rafters monkey lol (aka) roof framer. I worked on million dollar houses and ran into a lot of the same things that I was seeing on here. That was a few years ago now and I have seen a lot of things from you that I wished I would have known then, or taught then. Awesome series. Great job and I learned a few things. Now I'm a trim carpenter. I can't walk walls like I use to. I miss framing so much. Thx.

[@TheSavagederek]

Here in the UK we use a lot of steel in buildings , a lot of time it's overkill , but yes , sometimes it's worth it . That corner if you like , was always going to be a challenge , one I know you are equal to . I like how you consulted other trades . It goes to show that you are a respectful and honest tradesman . Keep up the good work 👍

[@WcHoward2]

It is great that you are showing shiners and over drives. We have all done then at one time or another.

[@brihal6498]

Master craftsman at work! Loved the filming and the music!

[@yoshlowery7626]

I think this is the maybe 3rd KZbin video I’ve ever commented on. I am a 10 year industrial electrician industrial brings a lot of fabrication and angles. Been watching your videos for a while and most things apply. Thanks for making videos homie.

[@woodlandburl6648]

The thought of if a problem arises that troubles you and time allows. Come back to it. This thought helped me through many of my college classes. And therefore life. Thanks for the reminder. And thanks for the video. You keep up the good work!

[@shantanarain2841]

Ur a beuty I watch you for the patient knowledge you give a young man who's ambitious and loves building at the moment thank you. Also alot more to learn cheers from Canada 🇨🇦

[@dragonforge9822]

Words cannot express how much I love your channel. I sharpen blades for a living (mostly knives and woodworking tools), so I have a lot of exposure to woodworking and carpentry; but I don’t have a lot of carpentry and construction experience. This channel has been such a wonderful blessing, and this particular series has been fantastic to watch. I’m an avid learner, too, so watching this series has taught me so much! I was able to install an attic ladder last week with a significant amount of confidence because of what I’ve learned from y’all. Thanks for that! Aside from the educational aspect of y’all’s channel, your entertainment value is astronomical! I’m in the final stages of my doctorate, and the stress I’ve experienced has been insane; so, having your channel to watch has been absolutely key in my personal stress relief. Thank y’all so much for what you do and the excellent content y’all provide. Y’all have definitely helped me to keep up the good work on my end, and I certainly appreciate y’all doing the same!!

[@AstralApophis]

Watched every single video in the series so far in one sitting. It was such a delight and I’m addicted to the channel it’s lovely.

[@charger440]

Very good advise when You mention to walk away to do something else when you are stuck with a problem and, let our subconscious mind come up with the solution. Been there done it and, it has never failed me in 40 years of complex work.

[@Wilmar112]

I wish you could do a video pointing out a problem in detail, then let us viewers scratch our heads for a while, then in detail explain your solution.. Loving the series!

[@badlandskid]

Well done. Always a pleasure.

[@mikefasenmyer5259]

Thank you Scott and thank you Nate. I really enjoy all of your videos and especially this last one. And by the way thanks for the connect to Chris. Enjoyed watching him forge poker.

[@firemanj35]

Very wise words about bringing in the other trades. Something my Dad always told me and did himself. Try fixing the problem before it becomes a problem if you don't ask you can't help.

[@hungryarch7319]

I can't smash the like button hard enough! I love this channel

[@timhale501]

The other trades and the building inspector have been on lots and lots of different jobs during the time you the contractor is only on one job. They have seen a lot more solutions.

[@philobrien4551]

You have priest like quality in the way you conveyed your work thank you Phil from Australia

[@johncatt1867]

Mr. Scott and Nate, thank you again for sharing this series with us all. P.S. I have to say that I loved the sound of your Tool Tank driving up the road, Great opening scene.

[@Squigknight]

I could and do listen to you talk about anything!!!! Keep it up Scott

[@davidrobins4025]

Very much appreciate you talking about some of the difficult parts of constructing this house. I love the looks that are "getting there."

[@ILLinois7024]

Thanks & God bless from Plano, Illinois. Inspire me with your knowledge & way of teaching. Remind me of an uncle I wish I had. God bless & enjoy your Easter.

[@monte4955]

Keep going mate...keep going. Its getting there and looking good. 👌

[@andydsimmons]

What a privilege it would be to be able to work alongside you. Keep up the good work

[@columbuspalmer846]

I just loves a master craftsman’s work 😊

[@jasonmann1035]

Wow, I just watched every video in the series. I learned, I laughed and I looked (sorry needed the "l") at the lessons and lectures on this house and the build. Thank you for building this spec house and teaching and passing on the trade of building. Great work. Now to find your podcast and binge for a while.

[@stuartlockwood9645]

Hi Scott, thanks for the video, sage advise there, hope your all keeping safe and well, having to stay in here so your videos are extremely welcome , Best wishes to you and your's, Stuart.uk.

[@psidvicious]

Hoping things go well for Boris after he went in to the hospital yesterday 🤞

[@stevenstallabrass3819]

Loving every minute of this series! Love all your work, I feel like I’ve met you a hundred times on jobs throughout my nearly 40 years in construction! If I don’t know I’ll always ask even now. Every days a school day!! Keep up the good work I applaud your work ethic! absolutely love it!!! 👊

[@nathanryckman2239]

Hey essential craftsman, just had to give a shout out. Love your house build series. You're honesty, commentary, skills and humour resonates with me. Keep Up The Good Work:-)

[@davidfinley248]

Thinking on it over night has solved a lot of problems - great advice.

[@jobaecker9752]

There's nothing more beautiful in this world than solving problems - especially when the result solves a problem for someone else. Keep up the good work. ;)

[@bobt9948]

Hey!!! Maybe I am late to the party, but its nice to see the tool tank up and about!!! Nice job on the junction, looks like a head scratcher. Its the kinda place many would throw together too quickly and have expensive problems after. The kind that show up once the place is lived in. In my book, a lived in home takes at least three times as long to fix.

[@yathink6632]

It is amazing how many "ah ha" moments happen when one stops consciously thinking about a problem. Usually when sleeping. Sometimes that "fresh set of eyes" does the trick. If not, roll up, go home or to another job, and get out of your own way. While I may or may not know the info you talk about, I am not near as eloquent as you in talking about it. It is a true pleasure to listen. The job is looking great. Stay safe in these troubled times.

[@don_chuwish]

Nice to see Mike on the job!

[@waterbourne9282]

Sure am enjoying the series. Wonderful.

[@AlexNH56]

Wow 2020 and I just found this channel! Boy have I been missing out!

[@nickpersenaire4443]

Thanks for sharing the details Scott. Have a great week hopefully staying busy.

[@l.rod2827]

I've watched every episode of the production / build and found your craftsmanship is is up there with the greats but your words to be inspiring and insightful. I so much look forward to your next episode. Thank you very much

[@WilliamFontaineJr]

Well done again and again and again!

[@Dobbin1010]

On a similar note; when I was in medical training an old doc told me to listen to patients and they will tell you what’s wrong with them and you won’t have to be so smart. So many times over the last 43 years if I let a patient talk they will clarify the problem. And I’m not so smart

[@KyleMc16]

I can't wait to see how the flashing and drainage work around the garage meeting the house. There are a lot of places were I can't visualize how water doesn't get trapped under the eaves and up against barge rafters.

[@rubenvarela4077]

Maybe a cricket

[@gibsonbuilds4841]

Same! This has been bothering me since I saw the rendering....with the huge gable overhangs. Yes only one way and that's a cricket. I guess most of it will be hidden if he keeps the pitch down.

[@Vesicamusicatx]

Your a wonderful figure. Bless you

[@danaskubic2145]

Showing some details to the solution would be greatly appreciated, hopefully in a coming attraction. Thanks for sharing.

[@markb.1259]

Excellent Toolbox Talk! Would really enjoy seeing some detail of how the peak of the garage roof blends in with the house. Looks like there's an area near the garage/house roof area where rain could sneak in below the house roof eave, just not sure where it would drain to. Kind of hard to paint the picture verbally.

[@Handleyman]

I’ve been to Portland Oregon many years ago. I loved the area that much that we started looking at realestate with an eye to moving there to live. It didn’t happen unfortunately. I’d definitely buy your spec home now if I was there!

[@patrickevans4396]

It's amazing how much, 'Keep up the good work' means to me at the end of each video :)

[@ronaldbrown5796]

Scott, you are a master!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@skylarschilling2273]

Love your spec house series! Keep up the good work!

[@nicolasschiavoni4963]

You are the best! Thanks for sharing your experience

[@SleepFaster18]

Awesome editing by Nate. You really realize how nonlinear this project is from a documentary perspective and how often he has to go "oh yeah, here I need to insert a shot of something I recorded two months ago."

[@terrystephens1102]

Thanks for another entertaining and educational episode. 😃👌👌❤️

[@adamrichins1908]

Impressive job on the framing. Very nicely done.

[@salvadorcortez890]

Your editing skills keep getting better and better just like the beautiful house you are building. Keep up the good work, indeed.

[@PaulRobinson-p2v]

It's an ugly building, terrible design.

[@kengamble8595]

Thanks for sharing and take care. 👍 👍

[@stamrly418]

You have to listen to this at least twice to get all the words of wisdom. ASK , Walk away, Sleep on it , photo, text, email and KZbin. All are valid, all are sensible. It takes a big man to ask and a fool to bash on and just hope. keep it up its all worthwhile and much appreciated by the watchers round the world. No piece of information is useless, it can also solve a issue that you come up against in your work or life. Amacf Scotland.

[@hamadqatar5838]

Nice this time of the year I guess typical working time in that part of the world

[@Ichabod_Jericho]

The Tool Tank is back!!!! Nice and healthy!!!

[@kman98cc]

Best series on KZbin

[@cjschmitt4882]

You channel is so damn good you would of easily had a hit TV show in the day of such things!!! Thank you!

[@forgotmylogininfo]

I love your truck. would love to hear about what went wrong, who / how was it fixed, etc.

[@YankeeWoodcraft]

This is wizardry. While I've taken a framing course at a trade school just to learn technically what I've been doing for years anyway as a 2nd generation roofing with decades of experience, I'm a born & bred roofer first and foremost and I know jobs like these. Flashing them was always such a challenge and it really tested your metal as a craftsman. But, I had a great mentor...my old man. He always said a real roofer doesn't know everything on a given site, but he will by the end of the first day. It's always, always, always a learning process. You never stop evolving.

[@TokyoCraftsman]

Posted 13 min ago and already over 1K views. You guys are certainly doing something right!! Cheers from Tokyo!

[@russelllivingood2724]

True craftsmanship from years of experience.

[@christophersteves]

Question... About how much of your work do you do “alone” or with just you and one helper? I know you had a video about “Working Smarter” a year or so ago, but it would be very interesting if you did a video on lessons learned/tips and tricks for working alone! I really love all of your videos, been a Patreon member for over a year, and also an Essential Blacksmith member. I really appreciate and enjoy your content and you guys are a big factor in me considering to start my own business and follow one of my passions!

[@phildcrow]

At 0:45, there's a little finger tapping and head scratching while you're figuring out what to do next. My grandfather called that moment "ciphering" and I use the term all the time.

[@royreynolds108]

I am anticipating the roofing; especially the connection between the garage and the house.

[@dabeamer42]

The Tool Tank is back in service!

[@WireWeHere]

Got a Tick Stick in 1974 from a retired dual certified mechanic carpenter to keep in my toolbox and give away as gifts.

[@davegordon6943]

Could you do an episode of exactly how to place and read a ticking stick. I've seen videos on it but your teaching style would make it soak in better.

[@troyace1116]

Yes. quite ESSENTIAL. Thank you sir

[@discoveryaround1839]

I really admire the works you have done by keep watching almost all of your videos. I have learned a lot from your experience. Thank you so much. But I have a question and really look forward to everyone's answer. Why don't we use load-bearing columns from the foundation to the main beam of the roof? Some documents say that it should be better to have them when building a house with 2 floors or more, so the connection between the second floor to the first one is stronger, and so the entire construction, especially when the house is shaken in the event of an earthquake, those columns will transfer the heavy of the roof to the ground more efficiently than just the walls.

[@aliallami8119]

Respect from Denmark.. Guys like you ,i will call The god of carpentry.. 🙏

[@stephenhegarty]

Glad to see the old girl up and running again, I bet you're happy to have her back again.

[@jeremiahjackson117]

Man, I'd love to apprentice with you for a while good sir! I'm 20 yrs into the trades as I wrap up the last year of my 30s, but working alongside a man like yourself would be an honor. Lemme know what we can do. I'm in Asheville, NC btw

[@bob_frazier]

Sometimes one can awaken with clarity, at other times one can awaken and recognize a problem that had not seemingly existed the evening prior. We hope for the former, but the latter saves us too.

[@BrassCatcher]

Hitachi are good guns. Check out the new compact paslode. It only holds one stick of nails but it’s considerably lighter.

[@numbskullcraftsman4373]

Not sure if you are looking for project suggestions. I would really enjoy seeing you guys do something with heavy timber framing or post framing.

[@Storm-rp9xe]

Your videos have become an even more anticipated part of my days now with the current historical times we’re living in!

[@oddtools2812]

Excellent advice

[@ILikeWafflz]

0:45 Oh boy do I know that look. I'm doing it all the time.

[@mattschoular8844]

A head scratcher for sure. Nice execution....

[@pedropereira8924]

Thanks very nice done,!!!

[@ThermalSolutionsHVACR]

What a Very eloquent speaker!!

[@uzi-el..nunes..xavier]

Great job, I liked it a lot 👏🏽 Just left it like 👍🏾

[@omarpacheco5875]

Eres un viejo muy chingon te admiro!

[@62forged]

Real craftsmanship!

[@austinpatrick2682]

I'll often come upon a complex problem I need to solve and sleep on it as you say. The night I sleep on it I might have two or three options how to solve the problem and I just have to choose between them. But most of the time, I wake up the next day and throw out all the options from the day before and come up with something much better. I can't explain it, but there's something about how our brains work that we can problem solve best sometimes when we leave and come back to it.

[@nealwalden3543]

This is slightly off topic, as it showed up in prior video's..... but did you ponder spray foam insulation to avoid all the vented frieze blocking grief? Just curious. We see lots of spray foam insulation done here for a variety of reasons, but eliminating the visible venting sure seems a bonus.

[@billyrussell5148]

Had to laugh at time stamp 00:48... Why do we men, while mulling over a problem/situation, always tap our fingers? Greetings from England.

[@austinpatrick2682]

He's thinking, "hmmm, what do I want for lunch? A burger? Or maybe a hotdog? Decisions..."

[@CaneCreekMusic1]

Or we rub our heads till we develop a bald spot!

[@tonyn3123]

We drum our fingers because it works! It's genetically inbred in men to resolve issues by drumming or tapping our fingers. (LOL)

[@williamdegnan4718]

Billy Russell Finger druming, I think, is self-soothing behavior. Calms the mind. Reduces stress. Releases endorphins. Paves the way for organized thinking. www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-empaths-survival-guide/201810/self-soothing-strategies-8-ways-calm-anxiety-and-stress%3famp

[@littleglasshouse5797]

I really like that I can click "like" in the opening of the video, knowing that I'm going to view an interesting, informative video about a myriad of construction subjects that I doubtfully will ever need to do. Great job, great content, great videography.

[@crappymeal]

Dito

[@rexbice6056]

If I were to have a house built , YOU would be my go to builder , thank you , I have enjoyed the video , be safe and have fun .