Easiest Deck You'll Ever Build | Anyone Can Do This

[@dwood2342]

No joke!! A tornado just missed our house last April. It took out a privacy fence and 2 sheds. We had a really old deck, that should have been replaced 10 years ago, but estimates were so freakin high, we couldnt afford it. Insurance paid for all tornado damage but we only replaced one shed, giving us enough to buy materials for a new deck. With ZERO experience, we built a deck that is amazing, and is maybe 90% of professional quality. It's the little things that I noticed nothing major that brought me to the 90% number. I JUST WANTED TO OFFER YOU A MASSIVE THANKS as we watched your deck videos to literally save us over $10,000 in labor. If there was a way for me to show you I would send you a picture. So much for the work you put into your KZbin channel

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Happy to hear of your triumph. Independence is the greatest feeling of all. Cheers and feel free to send us a pic on Instagram.

[@dwood2342]

@@HomeRenoVisionDIY unfortunately I dont use Instagram anymore. Got an email? I will send you a few pics. The before and after are crazy. Thanks again

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

@@dwood2342 yes send them into [e-mail] cheers!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Cheers for the plug Sandy!

[@ramonqueloquera]

@@dwood2342 you should buy that tshirt he sell “do it right, do it yourself” that way you show him support also! Believe me I’m grateful too of what he do and I will buy one!

[@conniehusband1365]

Teaching with clear instruction for inexperienced builders like myself is NO EASY JOB!!!! Thankyou for your tremendous effort!!!!!!!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sleep146]

"knowing the end from the beginning is the key to success" Brilliant quote

[@davepowder4020]

At the end, 49:29, I knew I heard a "That's what she said" from Jenna! My heart is now captured! 🤩

[@tjancijr]

This is tremendous. My wife is going to get a yoga deck in our backyard now! 9/3/23 Update: Finished a 7x7 deck, using ~80% reclaimed redwood. Came out great, this video taught me everything I needed to be able to do it. Fun project!

[@aprilmullet7168]

How refreshing it to watch someone build and you see the struggles as well as the beautiful finished product! All the “bloopers” were “real” and gives me the confidence to build me a chicken coop! If I make a mistake, I just back up and redo! Thank you for this video! I enjoy them all!

[@vinniecannotuna8617]

The heavy breathing and attempts to catch your breath had me worried for a minute, until I realized you are actually doing the work and showing us how to do it in REAL TIME! I also realized I WOULDN’T be able to work and explain what I am doing at the same time. Great work!! You got me excited about my next project!!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Cheers Vinnie

[@wtfthischannelshit]

Ya, consider an editor and multiple takes.

[@scundoorsup5342]

And he likes his beer

[@DelRounds]

What you have given everyone that views your videos is independence. Independence from con artist contractors (I was taken for $15K), independence from long delays, independence from poor workmanship, independence from the mercy of others charging ridicu-silly prices. What you've given is an invaluable gift: Independence. Thank you Jeff!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Cheers Del, and happy Independence day!

[@busty1372]

But, you would have a deck. This is not how to. Rat city below that thing.

[@-justnoah-5330]

@HomeRenoVisionDIY what is the screw guide tool you are using? I have never seen such a thing. Could you tell us more about it please? ~Thank you for your consideration~

[@miggy2508]

@@busty1372 How is exactly would that breed rat city? Can't rats go underneath any deck?

[@mos8541]

i was independent before... i didnt know wtf was goin on, but i was/am independent..... oh yeah... u know it.... SFMF

[@mikesmith2383]

I had to stop the video, just to say thank you for the spinning the screw backwards trick! I saw it in one of your previous videos. I’ve done it countless times, works amazing, and I show everyone when I get a chance.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Cheers Mike. No reason good tips should stay a secret. Cheers!

[@aimee2461]

Jeff, I'm new to DYI & appreciate some of your basic videos because I'm in the beginner's range. I found it especially helpful that you 1st demonstrated screwing into the deck board then provided Jenna immediate feedback as she was learning the process (such as letting her know she should continue to screw a little further until it hit the metal, etc.) Your communication & teaching skills are top notch & very relatable. Thanks much! Cheers.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

glad to be of some help. Cheers!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Thanks for joining me in the live chat. Make sure to subscribe and join us next week for part 2 of the Shed 2.0 series. Cheers

[@ioannisntilis3667]

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[@GeorgeFelixBarbosa]

Have you posted part 2?

[@tysonreyes220]

Hello sir, nice video there and very helpful. Question is there any way I can extend the length of my deck 2ft more if my Ledger board built in my house is 10FT? Apparently, my ledger board installed is not all the way to the edge of my house which I would like to build my deck flashing to my house edge.

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[@matthewamaro3268]

What kind of wood and what thickness on those deck boards?

[@shanemarchwick7532]

I'm terrible at carpentry and most physical activities. Built me a deck last year following your videos and had my biggest friend come jump on it; said it felt like a rock. Thanks for all the great information; explaining this stuff while doing it is annoying.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

That is awesome!

[@Dbb27]

Apparently you’re not terrible at carpentry! Kudos.

[@thunderballz74]

I am also.. lol. I BUILT an addition 13 x 14 x 12 tall sloped from 12' 2 1/2".I built the floor with 2 x 12's, 2 x 8 runners and set on 16's with spacers. I used 3/4" sub flooring sheets and 1/2" top lament sheets. I framed it on 16's,run wiring for 1 ceiling fan, 3 receptacles. I used rolls of brown paper wrapping and glue & a clear coat top and it looked amazing and a very cheap way to have a great looking floor, used installation, light wood grained panelling on my walls. 2 x 6's on my ceiling 5/8's sheets plywood on roof and asphalt shingles. Oh and 1 2 1/2' by 3' window.. never leaked.. I built this entire addition for 3,280 bucks.. and I built it my self , it has lasted 5years with no leaks and very sturdy .. I used 4 cement blocks and 2 caps for my foundation on 4 corners and 2 in middle center and middle between each corner. Sad to say I have to tear it down to move in a new home!!! I BUILT this in 1 month on my own with no help so if you set your mind to it.. and watch videos, get good advice you can build anything.. it is a great feeling when you step back and think omg I did this!!!!! 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@tashamclean]

Congrats! 👏🏾 Biggest friend! 🤣🤣

[@ms38wr1]

Why did you have to tear it down just because you were moving?@@thunderballz74

[@willyd1711]

Hey Jeff--I was waiting for your recommendation for finishes at the end like you promised at 47:16 but I don't think you ever came back around to the subject. Did I miss it? What do you like to use to finish your decks?

[@tfed315]

Great video! I added a 20' x 20' deck on concrete posts right on top of an old paver patio. No digging! I used the slots on top of the posts for the 2 x 8's. Of course it wasn't level, so I laid 2" strips of asphalt shingles in the slots wherever needed for added height before adding the wood joists. That was 20 years ago at least and it hasn't moved. And no heaving in our northern Ohio winters either.

[@ironscott]

Count me as another who wasn't aware of that Camo tool. Brilliant piece of kit! Love your videos. I'm embarking on kitchen and bath remodels now and watching a lot of your videos. The church project has been immensely helpful.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Great to hear we are of some help. Cheers!

[@vickiec5573]

I love your videos. I’ve watched a lot of complicated ideas but yours is basic and I’m a 62 year old grandmother that loves doing things a lot of men wouldn’t do by myself. I’ve made a lot of mistakes and went back and corrected them. I made a 20 wooden walk way that leads to an 8x10 raised deck, looks great. Thinking about doing one my back door. The biggest problem I have is that my property has a very steep slope just at the door it’ll be almost ground level but at the end of the 8 foot it’ll be about a foot higher so it’s difficult getting all four corners level especially when you’re by yourself. Thanks for your videos it really helps.

[@vedmar12]

62 year old grandma too and Im raising them also. I have done a little of everything in my home. Some looks great some not so much.

[@kimejs79]

KZbin is lucky to have one of the best teachers in home improvement!

[@woobyca7709]

Finally, I found a builder in Canada to learn from. Thank you for these instructional videos.

[@TheBobinVA]

Imagine what coud be learned from you if you taught at a trade school or university. Terrific video as always.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Welcome to my free trade school. Cheers!

[@singingwindrider9881]

@@HomeRenoVisionDIY thankyou so much for sharing your expertise. So to reciprocate, it looks like you're in good muscle condition judging by your arms/ legs but you have a belly. If you want to shed it, do regular fasting. Would also help if you quit drinking beer. IF you don't drink beer, cut out yeasty breads. Of the 2, regular fasting will be the most beneficial (in shedding round belly). Occasional intestinal cleansing is also helpful (not just an enema but that's a good start). Hope this helps. 😊

[@bidenisasnake9932]

Then some Knowitall would dictate every aspect of the Communist learning mode.

[@bidenisasnake9932]

@@singingwindrider9881 GO Away and mind your self.

[@CBReal1290]

Took me a second… got the Hairy Deck pun. Love your energy for what you do, so that you are able to provide instruction with nuggets of experience to help a DIYer, like myself, understand important physics and other aspects of building! Thanks!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Cheers happy to help!

[@katherinespencer2073]

When measuring on the diagonal, I like to use 2 measuring tapes, find the center where they cross. Then measure the other diagonal way (you are saying corner to corner) if the measurement at center is not the same you will have an indication of which corner is actually out a bit.

[@joselopezgutierrez2070]

I have watched about 30 hours of videos and this is by far one of the best I’ve seen! Great work!!

[@tomsherwood327]

If you wind up needing to replace a board, I'd imagine it is more difficult to remove when using the camo system as opposed to surface screws? Any tips for removing one? Also did anyone else catch the, "That's what she said" when Jeff said to keep going on the first screw. Haha! I'd also add, as someone who has started to take on more and more DIY projects as a result of Jeff's videos. It is SO HELPFUL to see him teaching someone new in the video. The first time I used an impact driver and started to hear the hammering I thought I was breaking something / the drill wasn't supposed to do that. So just the little tips of how to actually work with the tools, fasteners, etc is so helpful. How to handle the material and little tips and tricks a long the way are awesome.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Cheers Tom! if you ever have to remove one just rip down the center twice. remove the middle piece and then pry off the other 2 sides. Cheers!

[@justinandout]

Yeah, it was unexpected coming from a young female these days! Gives me hope for humanity lol.

[@simonlang2001]

T15 long length bit, magnet to locate screw, head unscrew all screws lift board,

[@johnnyronny6765]

I just completed a 12x12 following your instructions and I am amazed by the results. I am grateful you have shared your experience, it gave me the confidence to undertake this project.

[@McplQuebec66]

Thank you for this video. So, we "squared" up our rectangular deck only to find that the joist in from would be 31" and at the rear 34.5" and yet, our cross measuring for squaring both came out to 128" 🙄 So, I decided to just make the executive decision to cut all of my joists at 34.5" and figured that it would all work out. "To be happy with what I've done". Not sure how it happened but it all seemed to work out and the deck appears to be level and flush up against the two side of the house entrance. I did employ many of your tip sand tricks on my first ever deck - 2' off the ground. Thank you sooo much! (It's probably not perfect but she'll do the job and I'm good with that). Gotta go back and finish the stairs & railings today...

[@MM-overtime]

I found your channel right before i bought my house. It was a fixer upper and you saved me a ton of money and gave a lot more confidence. I hope you keep doing these projects it is much appreciated!

[@maryriha]

I call myself the queen of stripped screws because I have a difficult time pushing hard enough to keep the screw bit seated. I must’ve figured out to put the bit in the screw head and push before pulling the trigger, always! This is the first time I’ve seen someone explain that. I wish I had someone tell me before all the frustration 😊

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Happy to be of help!

[@JAmes-qx5qh]

He tells it like a wood shop teacher from High School. 💯

[@m.m.harden6264]

Get an impact driver instead if a regular drill.

[@scorpioDAVE9]

Use torx bit screws instead of Phillips.

[@amberdoran]

Your bit can also wear down over time, new bits are a game changer

[@ecospider5]

My neighbor took down a 25 year old deck. I told him I would like all the old pressure treated lumber. One project I did with that was build a 10 x 10 ground level deck. I even used the old pressure treated 2x10’s for the deck surface. Not exactly nice looking but worked great next to my shed on the back of my property.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

good wood lasts a long time. Cheers!

[@KR4iD751]

Love the vids Jeff! Saw you at the Home depot the other day but held back the urge to interrupt your conversation. Wanted to thank you for the help on Bathroom renos, Saved a bunch of money and gives me the confidence to attempt the same project in the future with no stress. Great work, and Thanks again! Cheers

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Nick, the next time you see me ....Please stop and say Hi. I love meeting folks who used these vids to build their own stuff. Cheers!

[@josephmcallen7526]

Awesome video Thank you

[@josephmcallen7526]

What were the taller posts for?

[@jimdavis8726]

I bought one of those Camo screw tools when I built my deck and love it. It made my deck look like it was done by pro (almost) Thanks for the tip and all the videos

[@free2bfree583]

Excellent educational video - explained clearly. One of many details I will never forget - lay the boards in a rainbow (not a smile). Thank you...

[@terrylewis_]

We really need to redo our deck. We used indoor/outdoor carpeting to make it last a little longer and so our pets could walk on it without getting hurt. The boards were starting to splinter and separate. We're completely out of our depth and of course my mind is filled with ideas of extending the deck. We bought our house in early 2020, but both my husband and I feel very naiive and worry we will be taken advantage of and not know it! lol So we will be watching your videos again - I already showed him one last Summer... we're also very slow to do a project obviously. ;)

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

in a lot of cases just because the top boards are bad does not mean the structure under it can't have new boards installed. that will save a lot of time and money. Then you can use my system to avoid screws in the surface and finish it so the new boards last forever.

[@janishackett5423]

All of the extra tips and tricks you provide make your videos exceptional for us DIYers. Thank you!!

[@davidfuller764]

I’m newly subscribed and I really appreciate you. This is a heck of a lot of work for you to put these videos together for us

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

I appreciate that! Cheers David!

[@mikepeet1406]

This is a man with A lot of knowledge! I watch, and even learn from all the time folks! Thank you very much my friend! You are an amazing builder

[@jordansyoutube]

I used your videos to finish a basement , and front porch among other projects I used the camo screws and it came out great on the porch. Thank you!

[@cliff8675]

LIked that you showed the homeowner how to match the later phases to phase one of the deck. Also liked that she threw a "That's what she said" comment in the first two minuts of starting the work.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Jenna was a lot of fun to work with for sure! Cheers!

[@dandowodzenka8864]

As an ex-construction worker, I love your videos as I try to DIY as much as I can. Thank you so much!! P.S. your outside tips have helped me avoid having a 'Hairy Deck' LoL

[@jamestorres5582]

A control line for a deck is everything especially with high end hardwood decking . I always start in the middle . That's the field. It's gotta be dead nuts straight . Nice job n looks great

[@kis4ketchup]

i think i’ve finally realized why i love your videos… They represent the hopefulness of what can be accomplished in such a way that we can understand and follow - even if i can’t get my lazy arse to actually do it😂😂😂

[@davepowder4020]

I love that the missteps are still in the video. Those are good teaching moments too!

[@xof-woodworkinghobbyist]

Great video and great tips. I have a couple of questions: - When you laminate the sides, can you nail/screw from the inside, so the hardware is not visible? - If you do not build a shed, do you need to add more concrete blocks to reinforce the structure, or one at each corner is enough? Thank you so much so teaching us! I feel more confident in doing DIY with your videos!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

2x8 doubled up will carry the whole length of 12' if you want a larger deck then i suggest using a third load transfer location or use 2x10 to go up to 16'. It is obviously cheaper to add load transfer locations than using larger lumber.

[@xof-woodworkinghobbyist]

@@HomeRenoVisionDIY Thank you!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

My pleasure!

[@jonthornburg8193]

Your my HERO! - This is exactly what 'm getting ready to build at my beach house on Vashon Island ~~ Thank You!!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

enjoy the series!

[@MaryOKC]

I love it. ❤️ I have a deck project looming as well or maybe I’ll get a round pool (enjoy summer), create a dead spot (tear done the pool) in the grass (no more grass), throw down clothe then gravel and make a fire pit, pull up chairs …somehow that sounds more fun and easier than building a deck .. but if I have someone build me a deck (if I win the lottery) I’ll know exactly what corners they will be trying to cut thanks to this video! 😂

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

sounds like a lot of fun. Cheers!

[@greggeary583]

Also wanted to complement the gentleman on the rainbow or smiling method so you do not have water pudding. I have only heard of two other people that knew that trick! Very well done Sir!!

[@andreaj7677]

Can you please provide a full list of all of the tools and hardware you used including sizes? Thank you! I REALLY want to build this deck soon! Great video!

[@jamess1787]

Problem is supplies vary by region, the screws he might be using might not be available where you are... Or the XYZ might be slightly different 🤷

[@jayslim4]

@@jamess1787doesn’t matter, any store will have an alternative to the missing item

[@mikeybiggs3650]

Another fantastic video. I've added so many of your tips and tricks into my arsenal for DIY projects. Thank you! Surface deck with/for a shed is next. Hope you will be filming the shed build as well. Still deciding if I should build a wood shed or get a metal 'big box store' shed.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

new video in the series is up. Cheers!

[@andrewferrin6451]

Thank you for the video, as someone else in the Ottawa area I'd been a bit concerned about floating decks with our seasons and hearing you're in the area has alleviated those concerns. Looking forward to getting a deck underway this year.

[@scottwitherow7586]

Your videos are so great - I really appreciate your process, explanations and pace. Great work, great advice, great video production.

[@Donnie64inPa]

Kudos to you for having the patience to teach the homeowner how to drive the screw in, I'd be agitated if I was showing my wife and she was doing that, goes to show how much you assume everyone knows. Explaining to push and then pull the trigger broke the evolution down and made it clear which helped her solve her problem.

[@alanmcinnes1111]

This is an awesome video and a great guide on how to build a floating deck. This exactly what I needed to tackle the deck that I’ve planned for my home. Thank you for creating such an excellent and detailed video. 👍

[@handymanhoney-do6881]

I’m in a rental house for 2-3 years. Really wanted a 6x8 platform off the back door for grill & firewood but didn’t want to spend a lot for it. I got 20 20’ pieces of slightly scuffed Trex planks for free. I only had to buy some pressure treated lumber and fasteners and followed the basics in this video. Best takeaway--using a framing square as a spacer👍🏻

[@tima.478]

20 FREE Trex planks at 20 feet each, man what a score!!! 👍

[@grandmaraps]

This is exactly the project I have been waiting for.👏👏

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Right on!

[@gptrix]

Just beautiful! So nice to include the homeowner and make it fun!

[@ZehnGen]

Thank you for the guide! I have watched your previous ground level deck videos and have been considering building a GLD, but have one burning question that I don't know you have answered in the videos: Will the lack of airflow under these ground level decks cause the wood to rot due to moisture? If so, is there a way to promote airflow under a GLD without raising it further off the ground? Thanks again and look forward to your next videos!

[@dinospd]

Thanks a trillion times! This is straight to the point AND detailed at the same time!

[@rolandsimmons6547]

"Screw til you hit the metal." ..."That's what she said" 😅😅😅. Priceless Jenna.

[@LisaJanette]

I love how u put the screws in on the side of the decking board! May seem simple but that's also genius! Our back deck could certainly use some work but she's not too bad. The previous homeowner installed it. All ground level and it a 12x30. Would like to make some improvements on it so it fits our lifestyle better. Would like to replace all the nails with screws and do it how uve done it here. He also installed all the deck boards on a slant. They are not just layed down straight like this video. Making adding some decking not easiest imo. Thank you for these videos!!!

[@salvatoreclaps4374]

Hi Jeff, Amazing video. Inspiring me to do one just like it. Did I miss the how to finish the deck with the best stuff outside big box store or is that going to be on a follow up video? Thanks again for all you provide us with.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

coming in a video soon. this is a 5 part series.

[@SRHMorbid]

So my husband and his cousin had there own fence and decking company I'd go help when I could and YES the clients will come out. All the ones I met told us straight forward we came out looks so nice. They were honest. My husband is now in business for himself in HVAC and his cousin moved to Texas.

[@juliehigginbotham4554]

Hi! Love your videos! I was wondering if you could teach us how to build a porch covering? A tornado blew my yard to bits and I am going to build a deck from your videos to get me off the dirt but I want to build a roof too!

[@geedubb-q1u]

Buddy of mine used thinned out boiled linseed oil on his deck and 25 yrs later it still looks great. Checks it every year to see if it might need a coat.

[@obi-wankenobi8043]

Even though I'm Scottish I always love and like the way work like this is done over the pond in the USA and compare it to our style of the same work ! 😁 💙 👷 👻 👍 👍 .

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Cool, thanks, However I am Canadian. Cheers!

[@obi-wankenobi8043]

@Home Reno Vision Diy sorry about that! 👷

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

no worries mate. Cheers! same pond!

[@RykaStar]

I love your patient teaching nature!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Cheers!

[@jeffreyabelson7171]

The folks who say anyone can do it are really good at what they do

[@davidfuller764]

Slick details ideas you give out for free! Floating deck concepts, wonderful.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@annadeluca4883]

Hi Jeff. I’m going to be building a deck soon and I came across your videos and I’m learning lots!! When looking for the right wood, what would a lady on a budget look for? I’m not planning on it touching the ground, but definitely want the best quality I can afford. Thanks! Anna

[@JJelpanameno]

I just wanted to say thank you,from time to time I search in different projects, and for some reason I alwats come across your videos, and the pack rack crew,or what ever his name Is,but both of you show very good cintent,I just want to say thanks,and you do great work.

[@robertgiresi9515]

15:53 "Nothing worse than having a hairy deck" 🤣🤣

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

I thought you would like that! Cheers!

[@robertgiresi9515]

@@HomeRenoVisionDIY It's great that you show the importance of installing landscaping fabric or which also acts a vapor barrier as well. My deck installed by previous owners doesn't have one. I don't have any weed growth below, however the additional moisture is causing premature rot of the pressure treated lumber from underneath.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

too bad they didn't use rated for ground contact lumber. Most PT is not rated for contact!

[@oldbootband]

Been watching your videos for years Jeff, you are the only reason I have the guts to try things because you make it look so easy. If you like country music I’d like to send you one of my cd’s as a thanks!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

I like anything well done. Cheers!

[@lucmelo2638]

Nothing worse than a hairy deck ! LOL . Also always keep your bushes trimmed, it makes your deck look bigger !

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

My wife and I are both laughing our buts off. Cheers!

[@itsmeray01]

49:21 "Keep Going" , " it makes your deck look bigger" Thats what She Said! "

[@Casper_Espresso]

I am getting back into the ideas of outdoor work. Not even December yet, but always good to get the project clearly in mind while I camp out for the winter.

[@agray8109]

That was one of your best vids! Very timely; looking to do my own surface deck. Thanks for the tools and tips and tricks. Happy Halloween.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Glad it was helpful! Cheers!

[@KennySmethers]

Great job. Don’t forget to tie your deck down. During a high wind event any deck can quickly turn into a giant sail. Most states require it.

[@blackedoutvulcans6876]

When screwing in the floorboards, you are supposed to put the outside screw first because the inward angle pushes the board in the direction of the last installed board. This will ensure your boards will be equally gapped.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

yes or hold on tight. Cheers!

[@terryharris3393]

It seems to me that investing in a laser level that gives you level, plumb, and perpendicular would have reduced your labor significantly by eliminating the multiple times you had to set the deck frame up to locate the piers and dig out the high spot. Measure once, cut once.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Very true Terry, however I am teaching homeowners on this channel and they won't be buying a $600 green laser any time soon. Cheers!

[@terryharris3393]

@@HomeRenoVisionDIY the cost of a laser capable of what I have described is anywhere from $75 to $150 US.

[@nikki-xc9kh]

@@terryharris3393 not one that you can see outside in the sunlight very well. Believe me I tried 😂. They just aren’t very visible in the daylight outside at that price point.

[@zyzla87]

Probably the best video I have seen about decking... Shame you're not in UK, would be interesting to see what materials you would use here

[@mrebholz]

Here in Germany the latest 'technology' is to use hybrid boards (organic wood scrapes mixed with inorganic plastics); very smart idea, it will last forever - even on the landfills. But hey, we replaced the plastic straws with paper straws, one sip of milkshake and the straw is melting away. Inconsistency of first world problems.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

I would like to see the trend of constant experimentation go back to small changes that can be monitored to actually see if there is any benefit in a change. In my experience too many changes too quick is a recipe for chaos!

[@tredogzs]

Composite or hybrid board rot so fast! Also plastic degrades faster than most of its competitive natural materials. In a 4 season northern climate the hybrid boards expand and contract too much to be of any use.

[@antoniowade3318]

Outstanding video, I really appreciate how you take your time to explain what you are doing. You really are a true Craftsman, and that you're the Truth. Thanks Wade Out.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Cheers Wade. Love the honesty!

[@robertgiresi9515]

Something tells me Jeff and Matt won't be installing a rolling garage door on this one 🤣

[@SubdivisionAuto]

Haha!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

LOL> That was just awesome. Cheers!

[@georgenemeth4837]

Great deck job! I will be using your video to help build small additions to my deck. Thank you!

[@mjbhcalif]

Love you videos, so helpful and empowering. Quick question... I'd been planning on using this video as a model for building a deck with a pergola over it, and often see 6x6 used instead of 4x4. For a small deck like you have here, 12'x12', do you think 4x4 is sufficient or would you recommend 6x6 posts? Thanks and keep up the great work!

[@stevensawaya9315]

I’m doing the same thing!

[@mjbhcalif]

@@stevensawaya9315 I just ended up using 4x4 and it was totally fine.

[@kardwise9714]

This video has helped me a lot. I’m a noob builder. This build I’ll use for my tent platform. Thank you. You’re are a good teacher.

[@bobvanderlelie4643]

Jenna: That's what she said 😂

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Gota admit , Jenna was a lot of fun to work with!

[@bbay1977]

I was like WTH. I was just thinking I needed to redo the small deck in my backyard. It's only like a 6x8 floating deck but this video popped up. That is a sweet Camo tool also. The deck on my front could use a refreshing also. The deck is really weathered so I could throw a new deck on it fast and clean with that tool. Its crazy how every time I think of a job for me to do here, your video always pop up😀. Great job and Content.

[@tornadoeman317]

The second thing you did was dig...

[@cousinbang6568]

Did you hear the part where he said as long as is not more than 2 feet off the groud

[@n.o.6055]

@@cousinbang6568did you see the thumb nail where it says “no digging”

[@DebRoo11]

He basically removed a piece of sod... If this puts you out, you may need to get off the couch more.

[@layZjayZ]

Hoa alert!!

[@ElConquistador101]

@@layZjayZLP

[@rickwalling1148]

I used a builder laser and had deck frame leveled in 20 minutes. I also didn’t use block but in stead 1 ft square pavers! When building the deck I used water sealer on all the wood. Being square make for a easy and secure built deck.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Watch the entire series 👉🏼 kzbin.info/aero/PL34cQkzKfXWblEm4HmrEBkIFgIFSnEzOk

[@josezuniga8358]

May I ask how much you charged for this?

[@UlyssesLopez]

I learned so much...I'm using this entire video to build my deck. THANK YOU!

[@rhondablackburn3713]

Who is the anyone who can do this ? I don’t think I can lol

[@charliemurphy9022]

I wish this project was as simple as advertised

[@DeLaTr0ll]

Yes this is level 3 or 4 DIY.

[@djackson7486]

I can do this build in my sleep lol I’m a carpenter thou good luck on a diy 😢

[@ShaunKimura]

Yup i built that! Thank for the guidance. 12' x 16' ground level with tuff blocks and trex.

[@VideoNOLA]

Are we witnessing heart disease, advanced arteriosclerosis, or simply diminished lung capacity?

[@KingCrocus]

Add a room in my basement by watching your video's came out very nice thanks for what you do I learned a lot.

[@unstoppable1727]

Anyone else notice how short of breath he's got? I was generally sorta worried about him. If you see this you should probably be checked by a doctor. Much love from the U.S.

[@aaudain1]

All your videos are so helpful it's just that you find a way to help people make money and that is so good about you thanks for sharing I love them all keep it coming

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Happy to help!

[@ugetridofit]

" Dont be afraid to push" is what we say to someone we don't know. " Stop stripping my bit " is what we say to the wife.

[@ikefazzio]

Fantastic breakdown for a DIY deck. Thx for taking the time to put this together!

[@dragoneyeshatesg00gle76]

This is a horrible Idea! having had to replace Numerous decks made on concrete footing bricks you will be wasting a ton of money for something which has a VERY limited lifespan. The deck is only as good as it's footings and placing footing stones on soil means they WILL sink unevenly effectively tearing the deck apart as time passes. As a carpenter who knows better I will 100% call this out as the poor idea it is. Footings need to be down to hardpan but for decks in general you want the depth to be BELOW the local frost line. could be 18"s or 3'+ so the very structure holding up your deck doesn't heave up as ice forms in the ground. I'm looking at the long list of Video's you list "No Concrete" and you are giving people REALLY bad advice. Wood and dirt are a bad mix so no concrete for fencing is bad advice so is putting wood into a cup of concrete you need gravel at the bottom then the wood touching it and a concrete donut around the wood to keep the earth away from the wood. See the problem with this video is: I could build a better looking actual deck and place it on top of dowels pounded into the ground and it'd be just as much a waste of money as the deck you make here because both decks are on garbage foundations. Chances are the dowels would outlast staying in place vs the concrete footing blocks.

[@HereAfterNow]

I think you missed the part where he's offering an option for those who don't have a permit and can't dig. Obviously you can make it better if you were able to dig

[@allencolvin4320]

Love your vids and channel. I am now a licensed GC doing handyman stuff. I am surprised that you are still using the 1/2inch carriage bolts when thru-lock bolts are now available, with no pre drilling needed...

[@dkat1108]

Great video and ya I have learned the most important part of any project is start as square as humanly possible and it makes a world of difference in the way the whole build goes so much smoother and as a result faster.