DIY How To Build a Floating Shed Foundation

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CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Shed Building Basics
1:10 - Deck Frame Squaring Tips
3:10 - Ridge Beam & Joist Planning
5:50 - Protecting Wood with Cut-N-Seal
8:10 - Camo Blocks Installation Prep
14:00 - How to Mark Off for Floor Joists
17:15 - How to Level a Floating Deck
18:59 - Point Load Transfer Techniques
22:19 - Deck Joist Installation Guide
26:37 - Shed Stabilization Blocks
31:10 - Shed Floor Assembly
34:03 - Joist Hanger Nailing Process
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[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Thank you everyone for watching. If you enjoyed this videos, pleases subscribe. New videos of this epic shed build series come out every Saturday. In the meantime, you can watch the OG shed build 👉🏼kzbin.info/www/bejne/eH3OkHZ3gtKEhsU and Shed 2.0 👉🏼kzbin.info/www/bejne/pmS9Y3Wmmt9mZ8U Cheers!

[@user-li2tp5ql4v]

I am learning the techniques that is being used to do the job.

[@jamesbeecher4431]

Love your stuff down here in Elmira, NY ... You break things down so even goofs like myself can fallow. . Got 2, well really 3 questions. You are working on the premise that code is 10'x16' maximum exterior size. BUT you are going to be a little big. How thick is your sheathing? ... Let's assume .5" --> example Smart Side ~7/16" How thick will your trimming be? ... Let's assume .75" --> example 1x6 (or 1x4) #2 pine . So, you cut the floor joists at 9'6", with the 6" total for the rim joists. That will put you at exactly 10' before the siding and trim. 2 sides of siding = ~1" 2 sides of trim will = ~1.5" So your total outside dimensions will be 10' 2.5" deep and 16' 2.5" wide. . Is that something your code guy will freak over? . Also, when I've built sheds, I line the corner seams, under the trim, with 5" wide butyl tape to seal the corner seam beneath the trim. It helps keep driving rain from getting under the trim and into the seam. 5" tape gives you 2.5" on either side of the seam. . So, including the tape, and an anal code guy, wouldn't it have been better to cut the joists at 9' 3" & rim joists at 15' 9" to account for the siding, trim and sealing tape.

[@voidisyinyangvoidisyinyang885]

best pedagogy! thanks

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[@BenjaminKibbey]

I find it funny how often, when I'm preparing for a DIY project, that I am looking around and seeing different approaches, but I always come back to your channel for a kind of "reality check" to see what the best way is to do it.

[@thetrailerman9738]

I like how Jeff makes a mistake and leaves it in the video, keeps real, and that he is doing everything from an Ontario perspective. Thanks Jeff , Great videos please keep them coming

[@user-fo4ve5fo4z]

You mention over building your structures, to help them last longer I'm kind of the same way. One thing is I pay attention to specific details and one you overlooked that I do for a shed or deck is to remove the sod from under the deck area. You mentioned moisture from ground contact but there is also moisture that will dwell under the building just from the ground below it. Like if you park a car on the grass and leave it there for a few years it will be completely destroyed with rust under it. If you park the same car on top of a tarp on the grass the car will be considerably better condition after those same years. Clear the sod under the shed down to the hardpack and then lay some plastic sheeting and cover it with sand. This will eliminate the ground moisture from affecting the underside of your structure. This applies for pressure treated lumber as well because even pressure treated will last longer in a better environment and so will any nails and screws.

[@tomg9061]

Working on my own 12x16 shed now. I was shocked how close my foundation was to how you did it. Way to go

[@OldFramer]

Quick tip for flushing the rim joist. If you put the screw or nail into the top of the inner joist and use the claws on your framing hammer to leverage the outer joist down (like you're trying to pull the screw) having the nail gun at the ready to nail when flush you don't have to worry about the angle screw holding the two boards apart if you happen to have to back the screw out a bit to flush up.

[@travyb4608]

Big fan of yours Jeff. 10 x 16 is what im building right now. I went with 2 x 8 pressure treated for my joists and 9 holes in the ground filled with 40 inches of concrete to support the decking area.

[@jessee.williams8870]

Not gonna lie, your son has come a long way learning with his legend of a dad. He quietly learns his lessons and I can tell he secretly enjoys it. Thanks for being such a great team. Especially the camera angles.

[@charlesthomas8590]

Jeff, love the way you show how to do a build, repair, etc. You not only teach but lead by example. I always come away from watching your videos with more than I start with. You are one of the best on KZbin if not the best as far as I am concerned sir.

[@JohnUllrey]

Great info, pulling the crown down on the outside joist with a screw was pretty cool.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Cheers John!

[@d3w4yn3]

Holy shnikeys!!! That technique for pulling down the bow on the outside rim, that is mad genius! Every time I watch one of your videos I have a "HOLY SHNIKEYS!" moment or two!

[@ablam8]

I use a long clamp, or two.

[@d3w4yn3]

I could see you, waiting in the foyer of a high-end restaurant, running into somebody with a construction t-shirt, and right then and there, you'd start drawing a diagram on the side of the restaurant wall! You draw them everywhere! Some people are addicted to tattoos, you are addicted to tattooing everything you build with! And somehow, I'm addicted to watching this all! GLORIOUS!!!

[@stans5270]

I like the way that you think. I used the same flooring system on my shed 20 years ago using 3/4 inch plywood. Over time the edge of the plywood bends [flexes] between the joists. In normal house building, there are two levels of flooring used with staggered edges so that doesn't become a problem, but neither one of us did that. I think some of my "Edge Flex" can be attributed to ground moisture seeping up [as dew dissipates from the ground and grass] over the years. I would suggest blocking where the edges of the plywood between joists. 2X4s or 2X3s would suffice to do the job. Also, make sure the space between the fence and the building is large enough to get a mower back behind the shed. Using a string trimmer to cut the grass in back of the shed will get tiring after two months.

[@salvadorvalladolid2076]

Enjoyed this much. The greatest thing about it was the positive attitude towards the minor mistakes. Thx for sharing. I'm currently drawing up a shed (8'x12') I'm leaning towards this plan here for the base.

[@tinhnguyen-gk9on]

Jeff is jack of all trades.! LOL He can paint and he can build shed foundation. He pulled nails out of his pocket!!! So awesome! Respect the hustling@!

[@jlr1487]

@06:00 the marker line on the saw table is smart, reminds me when I line up putter and golf ball. Thanks Jeff !

[@ArsenalFC-hp7xr]

Good video. Thanks for being down to Earth and not overcomplicating the process needlessly.

[@AncoraImparoPiper]

The timing is impeccable. Just started thinking about building myself a wooden shed using what we call tuffblocks, and here you are doing exactly that. And as always, concisely and clearly explained.

[@FamilyAdventure11360]

Hi Jeff, Hope you’ll have a project in the nearest future in building something like this for a shed but in a steep slope at the back. Thanks so much.

[@andyprairiedog4829]

Very well done, sir. Makes me want to build a small shed for my tools within the next 3 weeks now...yeah, in the winter.

[@dustinclark8946]

on the homestretch of my own 10x16. Thing is massive.

[@PaulGuilbault]

Great video and great teaching. I appreciate the fact that everything doesn't always go right but you fix it and teach when you do it. Thank you!

[@bobski.personal]

Been enjoying this. I appreciate the balance of code vs reality vs manufacturer data. In the video you have 4 blocks and in further videos it's apparent that more were added. I might have missed that part. Anyway, can ya comment on how many you eventually found appropriate? I'm planning a 16x16 and very much agree that manufacturer data seems like crazy overkill. Just wanted your input on what you found to be a happy medium. All the best.

[@TimGallant]

Yes, block spacing/placement was one of the big reasons I watched this particular video. I'm watching other people, and the way they do it is pretty obviously complete overkill (e.g. a bunch of blocks beneath every joist). Still trying to figure out a spacing system that is realistic.

[@nore8141]

I was at Reno Depot in Montreal and a 8x10 shed is going for $6500. I’m looking at building my own with this technique a 10x12. If I have any issues I’ll take a drive to Ottawa and pick your brain. Love your shed build. ❤❤❤

[@BigSarnt]

Yeah, neighbor complaint. That's why I want to live in the country on some land. No neighbors, no complaints, no code/permits

[@user-ge8kq5ow8d]

Totally love this guy. Great carpenter, great communicator.

[@TobinTitus]

Regarding concreted-post discussion, wouldn't it be easier to set posts higher than you need them, set level marks on the posts, cut, add hardware and then put on your joists?

[@GreatDataVideos]

Learned so much in such a short time. Will use this for a shed and other projects. Thanks!

[@nevv8581]

Thanks for taking the time to put this vid together. Learned a lot. Very useful and practical. Cheers!

[@2654tyrepower]

Its just a Shed !! Great workmanship well done.

[@nathanunderwood6487]

Found my new favorite DIY channel. Thanks for clear to the point instructions and explanations .

[@Brian-os9qj]

Practical and simple system of structure that some of us will use, because it looks possible and professional

[@andrewsipling2531]

Currently building a 10x12 floating shed base out if pressure treated wood and 23/32 subfloor. Haven't had any help so far, my back us very upset at me. Fell asleep on the couch last night and woke up at 4:30 in the morning feeling like i got beat with a bat. Looking great so far though. My motorcycle will have a nice new home this weekend

[@patrickwhalen4686]

Bless you and Ms. Snow You both are beautiful

[@LivelyFL]

So much great content on this channel. Thanks for your video.

[@leonardomartinsosa4470]

Thank you

[@toobdogs4675]

Fun to watch ! Cant wait for updates😊

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

More to come! Cheers!

[@supermankent1041]

Thank you for the measure once tip. That is excellent.

[@thomaswypyszinski3645]

One thing I like to do on decks or sheds that are a few inches to a foot off the ground is put down weed block and stones underneath. Helps to keep the critters from getting too comfortable under there. 😉

[@johnpedersen7752]

We put our joist hangers on the wood on saw stools lying on the flat .they also hang the joist when nailing together.Just a tip .

[@stevebunz]

Wood screw to join plate to joist ... Just something that I've done which works for me ( though it may appear unsightly ). I use a washer with the wood screw inwhich the head of the screw stays on the outside of the plate ( without sinking the head into the plate ) and PULLS the joist tighter into the plate.

[@user-nl4nk1se2n]

Just like a cinematic gun shootout, you never seem to run out of nails in your nailer. xD nice work. I think this is going to be my next project because a storm destroyed my aluminum shed.

[@AbbreviatedReviews]

I thought when you showed the fasteners, you were going to use them. Is all of the lateral movement of the building going to be held by three screws through some 2x4s?

[@mojodojo5533]

Seems like a weak connection if your talking about rim joist to post.

[@RussHatfield]

Agreed. He talked about "overbuilding" but that seems to a key place where he didn't do that (unless I missed hardware or some other technique).

[@ghostridergale]

Funny talking about slopes in the yards, I’m a speciality contractor and I bet you be surprised how many properties I’ve seen landscaped sloped towards the home! Some actually look like a house built down in a bowl! Personally I never understood how they get away with landscaping done like that? You know whoever owns the home going to have troubles with water getting into their foundation or worse basement End up having to dig deep trenches around the house and funnel the rain water away from the house! I don’t think most people think about that when they’re looking at buying a house? Know one guy that built a house down in a bowl and it started raining right after the house was finished and next thing they knew they had water coming up thru the floor. They didn’t install a sub pump to automatically drain the water when it senses water getting too high under the home’s structure. Unfortunately they learned they needed to install a sub pump under the house in the water and mud. Then had to replace all their hardwood floors that warped from all the water! Btw, hope you don’t have chickens running around, they’ll love getting under your shed and making nests to hatch their eggs! I had to enclose all around my shed to keep the chickens from getting under the shed. Surprisingly the chickens dug 18-24” deep next to my shed to get back under the shed again. I ended up pouring cement around my shed in the ditch the chickens dug to keep the chickens out!

[@shimxininahi8024]

DIY I like this! I gotta redo my way too under construct shed with this base.

[@corinajeray1018]

Ur amazing I love ur patience and Projects

[@grieser232]

Hey Jeff! First of all, I want to say “Thank you!!” My handyman business has taken off and my quality of work is one of those reasons. Your videos have helped me to do things the right way and with every step and technique to produce a project that I can be proud of. Do you have, or could you make, a video on Reverse Osmosis system installations? Thank you and keep up the great content!! We all appreciate it!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Glad to help! Congrats on your success!

[@Stevelemontrudy]

What kind of handy man jobs do you do?

[@grieser232]

@@HomeRenoVisionDIY thank you!!!

[@grieser232]

@@Stevelemontrudy well, I’m a licensed R32 Handyman in Arizona. It means I can do jobs up to $5000 and below, and I’m insured and bonded. I stay away from flooring and wall tile, as I have a bad back. I stay with smaller 2-3 day jobs max. But other than that, if I can do it under my license and there is a comprehensive KZbin video that I can watch and learn the process, I can normally do it! That’s one of the reasons this channel has been such a great help!

[@Stevelemontrudy]

@@grieser232 That's really cool. I have a handy-man background, but I don't have the courage to do it all on my own. I have a lot of respect for people who do. Maybe someday...Cheers and happy thanksgiving!

[@kyol82]

Thank you very much for your tips, can I please ask this just to make sure I'm getting the Rainbow and the ball methods correctly? Which is to put the board in the rainbow direction means the two sides down and the curve centre up, but how about when laying the joist where the board should be directions, please? Thank you so much

[@jasonschick8433]

amazing thanks for this!

[@GaiaTutankhamon]

Awesome! Nice video mgmt and thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@Suburban-Homestead]

Hi Jeff. Do you recommend a 30deg or 21deg framing nailer? About to get a Milwaukee one and can’t find a substantive difference.

[@alfredmimitz6581]

THE MAN, THE MYTH, THE LEGEND

[@yzdrummer]

Best shed series/episodes out there

[@lawrencebeach684]

you sir, are an education. please keep it up.

[@louislebrun1790]

Great video Jeff. I'm curious about the type of nails you used for the preassure treated lumber on the floor of the shed. I live in canada like you (Quebec city area) and its hard to find Hot dipped galvanized ring shank nails for a coil nail gun. Its available in the home depot usa but not in canada. Thanks a lot

[@kodak_jack]

Dig down 2 feet around the outside and install 1/4" square mesh to keep critters from going under the deck.

[@neilforeman4430]

I’m planning this project for spring. Very helpful!

[@PimpSolja49]

just remember floating foundation means you're creating a home for wild life. Mice, raccoons, squirrels, rabbits, snakes etc. Even if you block off the sides some animals will dig underground to live under the floating foundation. I've seen mice eat and raccoons dig right through plywood flooring also.

[@dialdude]

Love the videos. I am always going back and watching again, guess I am getting up the nerve to do my own project. A question, just seeing the layout you show for the shed, seems the fence is way close at the corners. I am trying to reduce my maintenance time in my yard (getting a mower in there, etc), so I suppose I can just position mine farther away, or not angled in the corner of the yard? Thanks for the help.

[@WoobieLT]

Great job! Given me ideas... But why is the fence you built -- the boards aren't level?

[@FernandoGomez-rs2pd]

Great video but how do you secure the outside joist to the 4x4so the structure wont move fall etc.

[@touch_master721]

That situation with the neighbour is right in every part of world. I am in Serbia, and I would also have that same problem. If I cross 1 inch, I am in trouble :D

[@knl7392]

Enjoy your videos! I’m curious if there a minimum length of 4” x 4” post in the camo block to support the joists?

[@JayBear-fv7be]

Awesomeness Jeff and Son! But question: would it be better to put 2 extra blocks in the center to prevent sagging?

[@austinwilder6425]

I think that’s why he went with the 2x8s instead of the 2x6s should hold up better structurally over time

[@DaleBradt]

@HomeRenoVision - Jeff, I'm watching this DIY How To Build a Floating Shed Foundation and I'm looking at where you use a "Stabilization Block" to position, attach and stiffen up the frame to the 4x4 posts. I can't tell in the video but I'm thinking after you put the outside rim on you still have 1/2" protruding to the outside. Is this the case? Or is a 1/2" shim put on the inside so the 2nd rim is flush with the post?

[@HomeImProveMentHow]

*I've been watching your videos often on, I'm in California.* Keep up the good work That bless you keep up the good work right for now, I look forward to hear from you, Ken.

[@mightyhippy]

for DIYer, do you recommend 21/30 frame nailer? thanks

[@TimGallant]

Very cool. Was surprised you didn't put blocking between joists?

[@jgilbreath77]

Hello, thanks for the great video. :) What are the black plastic 4x4 post footers, used for the foundation named?

[@michaelshelnutt3534]

If you have a bow (crown), do you put the bow out (going away from center of structure), or in (going towards center)? I know that if the crown is vertical (when joists are in building orientation), the bow goes up.

[@ryanholmes6137]

Great tutorial! Thank you.

[@superviet]

I’m looking into building a 12x16 shed. Can I use those deck blocks in New England?

[@stevelemm6886]

Are you going to put more camo blocks in the middle somewhere? What size lumber are you using to span 10 feet? What size would you use for 12 feet?

[@buckeyejake9014]

Hey @stevelemm6886 I just watched the video where he shingled the roof and he added a block support in the middle of the 16' span... Blessings.

[@aknorth1053]

just curious is there a reason not to use 8x8 and notch the top so beams both bear on and than tie into the post instead of adding a second piece screwed on to the 4x4?

[@highrollaXRS]

So the frame is just sitting on top of the 4x4's with no fasteners? other than the stabilizers he puts in?

[@ajs96350]

Yeah, this guy has no business teaching building.

[@patrickjames1080]

Yep - confusing 😕

[@baxtronx5972]

He usually has a "everything will be fine" approach.

[@headcas620]

@@baxtronx5972 it'll be fine right up until it isn't

[@richardbryant7652]

He does show you that you can use fasteners there, and that "stabilization block" looks like it does the job pretty well. I don't see anything, other than weight, holding the 4x4's to the Camo bock though.

[@ricardo-iw9sq]

I like the idea for the footing bases but I would of had 3 per side an put noggins in between the joists and had 2 more bases in the middle just to spread the load and settlement once you put stuff in side.

[@cumbaja3456]

That makes sense , that is the way i would do it as well. The perimeter wall is carrying the weight of the wall and the roof. A proper drawing is the best way to go.

[@expressmediaAU]

Hi Jeff I'm about to tackle a drywall project, however i'm not sure if i can glue or screw directly to masonry block. What would you recomend?

[@solidSchmaltz]

Awesome video! What model nailer is that? Your link above is for the pneumatic version. Which is this cordless version?

[@larryhack4038]

Looks great but I would’ve killed off all the grass or vegetation under the shed and removed it or put plastic down with gravel or gravel over the dead vegetation with the weed fabric I think leaving the live vegetation underneath it’s just gonna give you problems in the long run. But other than that, I like what you’re doing and really like the camo block.

[@GTOVR4702]

What kind size nail you use to nail down the floor by DeWalt roof nailer

[@cindypap44]

Nice looking job but a few things come to mind.... Please wear safety glasses when using a nail gun. That is a must. The top plywood should be "tongue and grove" edges. T&G is much stronger than butt joints. For me, I don't like using single joist under the plywood length's butt joints. I use a sistered joist (2 x joists) instead. Like you said, floating sheds in Ontario (and its frost) allows the shed to "float & sink". Since a floating shed (especially a loaded shed with heavy weight items) sinks and needs to be leveled every 5-10 years, also install "jack up" points at ends and middle of the frame. Just like jacking up a vehicle to replace its flat tire, make corner and middle "jack up" supports (on the frame's inside outer edge). Instead of having the deck blocks deep in the ground, add a bag of gravel, a 18/x18" patio stone under the deck blocks. Wider the grounds "touch area" the less natural frost sinking. Also, add a "double" 2x8 around the entire platform. Also... Higher the gap from ground to under frame, the more natural air ventilation - which means less wood rotting (from natural ground moisture). Keep shed's frame gap 12-16 inches off the ground, use a ramp for the door and install white plastic lattice (small holes) to allow air ventilation and keep most critters out. As you can tell, I've built many shed platforms / deck platforms and I hate (did I mention "hate") their long term maintenance / re-leveling tasks. Thus, I always build better with above tips....

[@DerZeroHero]

Looks like you got some cut n seal on there real good. Even got some on your willy. LOL great project, thank you for this tutorial.

[@F4collector]

Almost 3 million subscribers. Congratulations 🎉🎊🎈

[@R3LI2UI]

This was great, keep it up!

[@davidmcdonald6248]

Can I build a 24'x32' cabin foundation using patio blocks for 6x6 post and pressure treated 6x6? If so how far apart should I space them?

[@misjudgedbeauty]

I really enjoy your videos and as a single mom I look forward to building and renovating on our home with your help,but I also want to say the way you were holding that nail gun towards the end of the video,(even pointing at your abdomen) made me so anxious 😂

[@alexb5177]

One more thing. If you decide to use a nail gun for nailing joists or studs, always start your nail pattern from the bottom and work up. That way you can move the hand that you're holding the lumber with away "before" you shoot that top nail. I have seen people shoot themselves in the hand when that top nail skims over the plate.

[@rebeccabailey6327]

Me too! Whew!

[@MrFlasshhh]

Home RenoVision DIY How do you lay out 16 and past and land your ply on a joist at the 8ft. mark ? I know its just a shed , but that span could have used bridging or midspan blocking.

[@boicutt]

If I wanted to build a similar base, but on slope and not the best draining area, would this still be okay or should I do something differently? (Quebec)

[@user-ge8kq5ow8d]

I need your guidance on flashing a ledger board against pressure treated lumber.The corrosion potential of aluminum flashing doesn’t bode well. What’s the best modern material for this detail / task?

[@user-yl1ko7sg6t]

Use PL adhesive and screws for floor sheeting

[@seymourscagnetti1413]

Video mark 3:27 - You use the term "ridge beam" to describe what actually is a "rim joist". A ridge beam, not to be confused with a "ridge board", is a roof framing component. For further clarification, search this: "Ridge Beam vs. Ridge Board".

[@oggiesfunnyanimalvideos2021]

I plan on building a 10x16 bunkie in Ontario in the spring but I am skeptical those post holders would work as my soil is sand forever. Would this not sink and heave during the frost and thaw cycle of the seasons here in Ontario? My plan was digging 15 - 12" diameter holes and sitting my 4x4 posts on the cement but your way would be way easier if it works.

[@mdgrech]

had the same thought. I thought I heard a Canadian accent and then when he said was in CA I was shocked. This guy knows a ton but it seems like frost heave is going to eff this whole structure up with time.

[@PaperPusher]

RE: Ontario Non-Permit; do they exclude wall sheathing and siding in their consideration for size. So as long as the framed portion is 16x10 its safe? as the walls and siding could add an inch?

[@alvisadams6368]

15 yrs Bro Love you!

[@emyrose4349]

Hi am gonna move to a new build house i next few weeks. Whether i should repaint my house for further protection from mould and condensation . Which type of paint is the best for a new build house

[@vanessareid9151]

Framing the floor... what's the requirements for board size (for an 8' x 8')?

[@falconthree3815]

Will this nailer work on mobile home metal siding ? I learned a lot from your videos,thank you .😎😎😎

[@donburditt1788]

Can you do a segment on is kitchen and bath refacing a good idea for a rental property or principle residence? Don

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

filming it as we speak. Cheers!

[@user-jt2cf9hx6f]

So being in Canada, don't you need to dig the camoblocks to set down below the frost line?

[@jasonbeisiegel5550]

Man, this guy is the king of making it up as he goes, and making no effort toward finding best practices. Case in point: he thinks driving screws into end grain is stronger than toe nailing fasteners. That is framing 101. Not to say there isn't plenty more to be improved in this build. Follow his advice at your own risk. Sometimes there is a creative approach that can be honed into a workable solution, but it is lost frequently C grade hackery.

[@Sparisland]

Really. Simpson probably has 5 structural engineers review and test their joist hanger screw pattern but 3 nails and a GRK screw must be superior... in Canada. ;-)

[@jasonbeisiegel5550]

@@Sparisland, he also didn't size the beams appropriately to the span. He can say it's just a shed, and he isn't required to observe code because of the location, but if he isn't using code or engineering he's just guessing. Even if it was a deck it would be grossly undersized, and that wouldn't account for the weight of the walls and roof, or the, now relevant, shear loads. It is just a shed and you shouldn't overbuild it, but that doesn't mean you have to build it poorly.

[@mathewshoyt1763]

your in the same boat as im in .. i need left handed circular saw so i can see the blade cutting on the line while using my right hand utilizing the saw