How To Build a Patio Cover (must watch)

An inside look as to how I came to build myself a patio cover. My 1st time doing some handy work like this.
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[@stephenforde7140]

For the longest time I've been thinking about making one of these for my home and keep putting it off, but you just convinced me to take up some tool and get motivated. Love the realness and simplicity of your video too. Thank for the motivation.

[@busyblake]

Thanks John, reading comments like this makes me think back to the day I finished and how proud I was of myself, thank you sir

[@bbadinov2]

That's great. I really admire your attitude and the way you just went ahead and tackled the job yourself.

[@MsnTX]

I know that you and your family are enjoying the heck out of that covered patio. Great job and thank you for sharing!

[@markcastillo7078]

Hey I think it came out awesome man. Great job and like your statement at the end of the video nothing like accomplishing something and getting the proud feeling. Was surfing the net for some ideas on building a carport and came across your video. Really enjoyed watching it. And again nice job man. You should be proud.

[@richardburchett]

Looks nice. I like the detail to the posts and the way it looks when it was painted. It matches the house so well, it looks like it was always there.

[@robertwaters9036]

The idea to thicken up the posts for the bold look- genius. You have inspired me to do the same thing on my back patio. I have been planning it for a while and that bold look will set it off. Well done.

[@PHanomaly]

I was impressed with how well it matched the style of the home! -- and amazed it was your first project-- by yourself! I also think its important to know what NOT to do next time, or else people like me would make the same mistakes. So, thanks for the inspiration and education!

[@gardenshedkent]

I really wanted to learn how to build a patio cover. I am very much thankful for these tips. I strongly agree that this is eco-friendly and affordable home beautification. Great information!

[@xtremefly2000]

The best thing about this video is your attitude. You are a very good person with a huge heart.

[@busyblake]

Thank you so much.

[@jecaturin23]

I agree

[@SusanRogersMakingItWork4Me]

Thank you for posting this! It gives me a visual of how I can do my porch, which I desperately need to keep the rain out when I open the door.

[@binkyfiend]

Looks great! I've got about the same experience but am afraid to tackle this project (though I desperately need one over my front porch). I've built a picnic table and a 3-step porch with a landing that I'm very proud of. Building a dining room table now and then maybe the overhang. Inspiring video. Thanks for sharing!!

[@TheTruth7242]

man , you remind me of my first do it yourself job. it looked similar to yours and i was so proud of myself , only difference was i had to learn it from tv shows & ask alot of questions cos internet was new at the time. i was very surprised when the local builder called me a "handyman" lol. Good work mate and yes , we all learn from our mistakes.

[@bonnieplastino4923]

I see you hard working man . what an accomplishment it is not a shotty job. my house is just like that back porch you just gave me a hug pathway to making a decision thank you thank you

[@tjnguyen746]

I like your patio work . Simple and make it easy. Thanks buddy. Have a good life. You are the man.😊

[@wixlynsworld1965]

good job...... for not ever doing it before just stand back and smile. you created something that you will enjoy for years to come.

[@romangarcia3997]

I think it looks good! Not bad for you first time! I love doing thing like this on my own! I love the feeling of accomplishment when your done! It makes you feel good and very proud of yourself! Great Job bud!

[@jessejaviangel]

I'd be proud to have built that. Nothing like doing your own work. Good job sir.

[@busyblake]

I would use 2X6 for stability and cosmetic purposes. That was my first time doing that, but you learn alot as you build it, and after you finish the job. So thats why I would go with 2x6

[@SeekerSmith]

The best thing in the world: Decide what you want and build it yourself. Saving money is great, but the thrill and satisfaction is priceless. Way to go. Thanks for sharing.

[@peterheroux8239]

Great job dude. It keeps the place cool. It looks just fine to me. That’s the main point and you nailed it. I’m doing mine next summer. Thanks for the inspiration. Peace

[@shaneb.3982]

Man, the music alone gets you pumped up. Add the music with the voice and inspiration flows.

[@busyblake]

Thanks Shane, I actually made that music and finally found a use for it. Thanks for watching.

[@glenbutler9611]

Fantastic job! Love your beautiful little helper! ,👋🏾🤩

[@joezbackwith2gatz]

Hey man I think you did a great job... I can tell you put your heart into the job and design and took great pride in it. We don't have to be the best at something to get the job done. All we can do is make up our minds to getting something done and make it happen... Again Great job man...

[@williamcrews1525]

Props dude for going out and doing it. Much more than the vast majority of people will do. How we learn is by doing it. I love the feeling of building something myself so much that I have a hard time asking for help. Good job.

[@codyx6560]

Looks great man! I love that you own the little mistakes that you made and you can't even see them in the final project. I would love to see how its holding up

[@aprilgoodrich2545]

I am considering doing something very similar. We had a canvas dome awning over our exterior basement door (we built house into a hill) but it needed replacing. After pricing a replacement, I reconsidered. We could cover more of the concrete patio for less money by building something like this. But, we don’t have any experience with this type of work. I’m an electrician and welder by trade so steel is my preferred medium, not practical for home improvement, but all of our electrical equipment is either automatic, remote or motion activated. This may not be the most “professional” job but I think it is outstanding. As another comment said, it is more of a motivational video, which was exactly what I needed, THANK YOU FOR SHARING, I THINK YOU DID A GREAT JOB!!!

[@dylan13126]

Good job, no matters how it looks you did it your self and now you and your family can enjoy it for many years!!!

[@sfb4577]

been framing for 32 yrs and all i care about is seeing someone take the initiative to do it on their own and do it within what you can afford....good job!

[@pm87g]

Good job man!!! It looks simple and it will give you shade!!! 👍🏽

[@davekeuroglian]

You did a amazing job man. Simple explanation and great video. A big task broken down looks doable!!! You have inspired me to do mine now!

[@codybishop12]

Nice job! I am a new builder myself and am going to base my patio cover off what you did. Appreciate it man.

[@busyblake]

Thanks Joe, I did my best knowing what I knew at that time. I have some more ideas, about the Patio cover extension, I'll post the new vid when I'm done.

[@Yoallbertocampos]

YOU SIR, ARE A MOTIVATOR.

[@ComteSt.Germain]

Thank you for the video. I'm thinking of doing one that looks pretty much just like this. Nice job.

[@hammahfist55]

I think you did a great job for your first time. Looks good. You only get better as you do more projects like that. Thanks for sharing!

[@boavirett]

love the regular guy feel you gave the video. Makes us want to do it ourselfs. Thanks for posting.

[@busyblake]

I just wanted to show what I did.

[@jessemendoza4792]

I know it's been a while since you posted this but dude you just gave me the best way to do this. I don't have much money but I think I can pull this off. Great job be proud bro.

[@gratefuldude941]

+Jesse Mendoza Eh, you might want to watch a couple of videos from actual carpenters. 1. You don't want to just nail into the fascia. 2. The beam should bear on the posts. As constructed, a few nails are holding the roof up. Good thing it's not a deck. If he knew what he was doing, he could have done the job properly with less material cost than what he used.

[@tabauknight]

I like what you did. The first one is always the hardest, but your video has given me a very good idea for covering my patio that gets direct afternoon sunlight.

[@gaylemartin3094]

Thanks for posting. Some people cant afford the professionals. I am desperately wanting to do the same thing and can’t afford them. I have family to help but was searching for videos to guide us and stumbled upon your video. Thanks again. Inspiring.

[@MrKiwi4lyfe]

Really inspired man! i'm looking at building a low ground deck and seeing you build this, I may include this in my work also lol. Awesome stuff

[@djavierjavier5033]

Man, that was real and very cool how you were honest with it. For someone who didn't know (initially) what he was doing, it looks good! Way to go muh man, very inspirational!

[@busyblake]

Djavier Javier thanks for watching and commenting

[@scothansen13]

You gave me the confidence to want to do my own now. Thank you.

[@RednecksGoneWild]

Good Job , Im getting ready to do me one like this .

[@jimmysheridan2271]

He did a really good job that looks really nice congratulations

[@Guinness1759Lover]

nice job! i did a similar build off my garage and like you, once i was done, looking back at it now, i would do a few things differently but mine is strong and still standing. Thanks for the video!

[@compound00]

I think you did a great job. DIY takes vision and hard work. It saved you money and gave you something to take pride in having done it yourself. I'm not a building inspector and don't expect to have many over for a visit, lol. That said, Im probably going to build one as well.

[@joedogg707]

Hey brotha. Good job man. Being someone whose job isn't construction myself, I know the feeling of pride knowing that you did it by yourself, no help, no training, no excuses. On to the next project now

[@humberton2306]

I love this video. Maybe because I'm looking at myself trying to get the job done all while having fun.

[@hazelkolb6312]

This is an awesome job Busyblake!

[@michaelfigert4030]

Good job man, great to see you give it a go.

[@vanessacastro8436]

Looks nice! Just showed my husband amd you inspired us!

[@AuntieKim]

You did a great job. Now I’m gonna go inspire my sons to do the same for their own home.

[@busyblake]

Thanks Deputy, I didn't use any nails other than the roofing. We don't get much snow, but we did get 12 inches of snow a few years ago and it had a foot of snow on top of the structure for about 3 or 4 days, it held up so far. I may make a few adjustments.

[@joemorris4057]

You did a great job buddy and it’s something to be proud of. Especially for the first time doing a big job like that… 👍👍👍👍

[@busyblake]

Thanks 👍

[@leannrobinsonjohnson3487]

I love what you did, i wish you would post the steps of the project, a materials list etc. that would really help those of us trying to get our patio on. Much appreciated.

[@jerrygutierrez2749]

Bro good job nice attempt appreciate it keep doing your do you have the knowledge

[@miataman1985]

Brother, you did an AWESOME JOB

[@kimberlyhill4806]

looks great! looking to do something to our patio because a snow storm tore down the screened in back porch so we are left with a slab! You did a great job!

[@MrMarkpeggy]

Very nice job Blake! Thanks for sharing!

[@jburn311]

Thanks for the help. I'm doing my first job building a lean too off my barn. Looks great to me bro!

[@billythekid069]

Is this still standing? Just wondering since the only thing holding up the roof is the screws going into the facia board.

[@mehranfreeman6192]

I like massive coloums 🤩🤩 That big beam looks great too Well done buddy 👍

[@charlotteodom5032]

I was going to also comment on how awesome and positive you were as well… I think it looks great… Got to say we just moved into a new home, and they "nickeled and dimed us to death to". Loved the video!!! I'm with everyone else on here too. If you're not a motivational speaker ...... GO BE ONE !! You'd be great!!!! Have a good day!!

[@busyblake]

Charlotte Odom These type of comments really makes me feel good. it's nice too see people appreciate what I did, and comments like these motivate me, thanks.

[@josephfelix2947]

Thinking about doing same thing and saw your video. Really enjoyed it! Have doubts I can handle this project but may try after watching your video. Laughed at some of the crazy comments about your construction. My dad built many things like this, never to code but would last through a hurricane! Thanks again.

[@justinallen3037]

Really good for a first time job like this. I just bought a house and I'm thinking about doing this.

[@flash85396]

I like the way you trimmed it out at the end. YOu also used treated lumber which should last longer. It looks cool!

[@busyblake]

That you very much, that just made my day. Appriciate that.

[@lizbadeau5845]

You did pretty darn good !!! First time or not . This is my next project. Thanks for the help !!!!

[@warrenhaney6038]

Looks brilliant... well done !!

[@theresmore2learn516]

KUDOS!! This makes me feel like something I can do myself!! Thank you

[@mitzithompson1839]

You did a good job! I have a patio from previous owners who attached plastic lattice, I'm telling so ugly, the wind has take chunks of it away, so with our video I'm going to add wood 2X4's and take the lattice off....best thing is I will be saving money, and the satisfaction I'm doing it myself. Thanks for sharing the video!

[@GreenPowerFarm]

Looks great! you did an awesome job !

[@portraitofsorrow7803]

Great job bro! Looks awesome!

[@JewlofTheNile914]

It,s OK dude u did a splendid job, I love it, it,s very professional.I felt the same way u did when I built my shed,& never but once in my life, that was a first, I got A few criticism from people I asked to help me a little on certain parts,but they didn't do right, I hadto redo a lot, but long as I love it that's what counts.God bless.

[@JaeMatos]

I've been wanting a Patio cover for a long time, but it's just so expensive. I think yours came out quite nicely and certainly encourages me to try doing it myself, with some help for the heavy stuff of course. :) Well done!

[@Vani-Fletcher]

I love it! It’s giving me some ideas. Thanks for the inspiration. You should feel proud of yourself!

[@busyblake]

Thanks Vanessa, good luck!

[@moosedrummer1]

Hey at least you know some of the mistakes you made. I give you props for it being the first one you did. And actually doing it yourself. And you seem like a real cool dude hope it lasts forever and you and your family enjoy it.

[@jasonalexander6417]

Glad to hear it is working so far. I was thinking that the ledger board should be placed at the top of the frame and screwed into the sill. Obviously this would reduce your height, but I think it would make it stronger. However yours has been holding up so I guess it's ok. But I live in a hurricane prone area so i think I would do that.

[@vanmcknight3953]

Nice job buddy. Looks great .

[@rahsaanjackson897]

It was in the middle of June.... July or something hearing this guy talk was hilarious... super indecisive 😂😂😂 great video unc

[@MrAkshun777]

Hey bud, nice work! This is a job well done for your first effort, thanks for posting.

[@cesarjr14]

Looks great man I'm looking to start my own patio build soon. The comments also help, I will do my due diligence on the building codes for my zone. Luckily in Houston we don't worry about snow just heavy rains.

[@aftech7268]

Like the way u dressed up the post now u inspired me to build one

[@houstonecholo]

Loved it!!!. I enjoyed watching that.

[@twstephanie50]

Looks really good !

[@titan371]

Nice job man And the best part is that you did it yourself !!!!

[@twister563]

hey it looks sharp and professional to me awesome

[@abomalik6893]

Good work, inspiring, and very honest.

[@dgiuntaXXX]

looks good! thank you for the video! I am going to attempt this next month!

[@deweywhitley]

Nice man. Just what I am picturing in my head for my house.

[@mikebooker4671]

This video is more about motivation than a how to. I could hang out with the guy who made it. :)

[@busyblake]

Thanks Mike!

[@josebocanegra4129]

Mike Booker tatyaysu

[@aprilgoodrich2545]

Agreed, very genuine guy.

[@Kube_Dog]

Watch out, though. Mike may work for the Building Codes Office. Don't tell him where you live.

[@giovannisocci8793]

@@Kube_Dog 🤣🤣

[@HotWingzzzzzzzzz]

Awesome video man...immediately I began to start thinking about building one.

[@busyblake]

Wow, go for it!

[@thomastrahan2374]

I hope you don't do it like that one!

[@markk3701]

Always be proud of a DIY

[@busyblake]

Hey Linda, you can, I'm thinking of my next project. It just takes some dedication and patience, and you can get it done.

[@bayarea4085]

mad props homeboy...San Jose, Cali....

[@brianjames4169]

Good job my Man!! Looks nice!!

[@danielselvaggio6373]

Nice job looks great Im just doing one myself

[@funnybusiness6491]

That was a good video. You seem like a cool guy, keep it up man.

[@mzjazz5737]

I wanted to do mines.... gave me courage to try.... Thanks!