How to Build Porches

[@OutTheBox_]

That looks amazing! Thank you for the step-by-step. Definitely gives me motivation to build my own back porch.

[@chud327]

Thanks so much and thanks for watching! Good luck with your build!!

[@OutTheBox_]

@@chud327 thank you! If you remember, would you mind annotating a materials list?

[@chud327]

@@OutTheBox_ It has been so long and we just estimated and bought more when needed.

[@saintbyron5150]

Love your technique and tips but especially the attitude towards some negative comments. For example, I agree you probably should go back and add more notches and lag bolts, I will, but you’re “SOLID DIY”. Thank you for posting and sharing!

[@chud327]

Thanks and love the comment. Thanks for watching!!

[@JoshuaStephenson-y1u]

All I had to see was you pre drilling your holes and I knew you were gonna pump out some quality craftsmanship. Well done sir!👌

[@chud327]

@@JoshuaStephenson-y1u thanks so much and thanks for watching!!

[@thecountrycarpenter1816]

So a lot of people are criticizing your work but don’t quite understand that this is YOUR deck for YOUR house! You do it how you wanna and keep up the great work. Through trial and error we all become better and more effective, all the while gaining precision and knowledge...

[@chud327]

Great point and thanks so much for watching.

[@markmoore4088]

I disagree. It's a how-to video that many beginners will rely on so construction methods should be safe and proven. Plus, the builder in this video is building the porch for a client, not for his personal use, so potential liability issues can arise if not done to code.

[@FranciscoGonzalez-ro7ht]

​@@markmoore4088So, what's the lifespan of a porch should be?. Cause I don't see this porch failing before 10 years, and if that's the case, it can easily be reinforced and make last another 10 years.

[@markmoore4088]

@FranciscoGonzalez-ro7ht Construction that's done to code should last at least twenty years and not present a safety hazard while doing so. Ten years is no good. That's just my opinion, however.

[@tamaraweber3296]

Thank You for always explaining as you work. Your channel is the one to watch for DIY.

[@chud327]

You make me want to do more how to videos and explain even more! Thanks for watching and for the sweet comment.

[@lkrause74]

@@chud327 How easy is it for a regular mobile home owner to build one of these? Do you think Home Depot or Lowe's would be able to advise us? Our 40 year old mobile home's front and back porch both need re-doing. We may ask the handyman who put up our new carport awning how much he'd charge too.

[@mcoates111]

​@lkrause74 Did you build your porch? Did it work out well? I live in a mobile and have started dismantling the very rotten porch I inherited when I purchased a few months ago. After having the 'handyman' charge $400/hr to install my doors, I am going to try this on my own. (Yes. $400/hr and that was after I complained and he dropped $250.)

[@brittanybiechy813]

Just a friendly tip when laying deck boards look at end grain you want your grain to go like a rainbow if edges of rainbow feet are up it will warp and trip you after it settles and warps... I never knew this and learned it after doing a deck...

[@chud327]

great tip and thanks for watching.

[@omarargullin2313]

Nice work man. don't listen to the experts, everyone has their own ideas and ways of doing things.

[@chud327]

I appreciate that! and thanks for watching.

[@JustChillin227]

Nice build! Gonna start a project soon. Appreciate you posting this. Helped a lot.

[@chud327]

@@JustChillin227 hope yours turned out great, thanks for watching!!

[@loreleimatthews3661]

good job , looks nice , just wondering about center supports , does it sag any in the middle

[@chud327]

No sag yet. Thanks for watching

[@Dan.50]

I used a lot of ideas from this video to build a 16x16 deck and an 8x8 side porch. Both turned out amazing.

[@chud327]

So glad to hear it and thanks for watching.

[@josedeltoro4034]

Thanks for sharing your skills.

[@chud327]

You are very welcome and thanks for watching.

[@treyd6904]

Would lag bolts be better than 3 inch exsterior screws

[@chud327]

Yes, lags would have been better. Thanks for watching

[@jessemoore4904]

How did you fasten the two by six closest to the trailer to the 4x4

[@chud327]

@@jessemoore4904 multiple 3 inch deck screws, I also recommend using lag bolts too. Thanks for watching!!

[@jacobhartsfield30]

Did you srew it to the house or just attach it to the post

[@chud327]

Just to the post and thanks for watching!!

[@juansegura9210]

How much in wood and supply did it cost in total?

[@jacobjakeup7106]

If you use treated wood what kind of hangers and fasteners should you use

[@chud327]

I just used galvanized, thanks for watching!

[@paulvera690]

very good video.I am about to build deck myself.First time.Thanks a lot!

[@chud327]

Good luck on your build. If you were local, I could come and help and make another video... oh well. Thanks so much and thanks for watching.

[@vqsbermudez8823]

I approved President Trump 110% good job well done so far...

[@chud327]

Thanks and thanks for watching.

[@ctvwrest]

You can use little screws like that instead of lags?

[@chud327]

Lags would be better, I guess I could go back and put some in. thanks for watching.

[@Rillebillebue]

Very nice deck. Job well done!

[@chud327]

Thanks and thanks for watching!

[@duringreyowl2588]

I really appreciate the craftsmanship put into this. I am going to rip out a deck to mobile home built by someone who had no business using a saw. Just gotta mention if you have concerns about moisture on the post. And not using bocks to keep them off the ground?

[@chud327]

That was a fun project. I love to build when someone else buys the lumber. May want to use lag bolts in addition to the screws. I wish you were close, I might could have helped. thanks for watching.

[@oldengdg2575]

what do you think of those plastic boots for 4x4s to keep water out ?

[@chud327]

Anything that helps keep the water out sounds good to me

[@orlandotejeda6050]

Nice video man. I like the way you explain how to build a porch. Very intrusive video thanks for sharing this

[@chud327]

I will be uploading another in a few days, I hope you will be checking it out. thanks for watching.

[@rogerslawncare7260]

This is a great video reminds me of the tiny house build in the early framing stages! I like how you put the x brace in! Now let's see the Honda try to pull this one out. Lol

[@chud327]

It took a few days for me to realize that the porches were the same size as the tiny houses. Thanks for watching and it would be fun to hook the Honda to the porch...

[@jefferyadkins5864]

great porch but mind if i ask what materials run to build

[@chud327]

I built it for the neighbor, so I don't know the exact price. Once he spent about $500 and the next was $600, but there may be more that I am forgetting. I would estimate $1200 - $1400. Thanks for watching and for the comment.

[@Deliboi456]

Awesome can’t wait to build Thanks for uploading

[@chud327]

@@Deliboi456 thanks and thanks for watching!!

[@streak2645]

Good looking dog, the decks look good too.

[@chud327]

Thanks so much and thanks for watching.

[@kasmavaddat3704]

1:48 ima call this porch done is the most iconic line ever

[@chud327]

Funny and thanks for watching.

[@cherylhack2072]

Beautiful Beautiful you are amazing!! Love your hat!! Thanks for Sharing

[@chud327]

Thanks!!! There were 3 hats, I bet you are talking about the straw one. Thanks for watching.

[@reginaking2246]

What is the average cost of having an 8' by 10 " porch built. This would be to replace my stoop at my back door ? And also what would it cost to replace doorsteps on a front porch frame?

[@chud327]

I am not sure. I didn't buy this lumber and prices are up since then. Thanks for watching!

[@ronnimcgillivray9502]

Enjoyed your video. Do you have a video or a material list for a 8' x 10' raised porch deck with the 8' side by the wall/house and the 10' are the joists?

[@chud327]

I don't, but you could probably make one by using this video as an example. Thanks for watching.

[@susieblanco2722]

Nice and quick

[@chud327]

Thanks for watching!!

[@andyclifton549]

How did you install the back board by the trailer after the 4x4 were set

[@chud327]

That back board was put on even before the 4x4 were put in the ground. Made a big rectangle to start with... hope this helps and thanks for watching.

[@andyclifton549]

@@chud327 thanks. But how did you nail the back board to the 4x4, I see that corner joist hanger but was wonder if that was it

[@pamcraftsandtreats]

Is that a attached or detached porch

[@chud327]

Detached, best I can remember. Thanks for watching!

[@yoloknispel848]

Nice work. Let me ask, do you need to pre-drill the holes before you screw in the exterior screws?

[@chud327]

I don't think I had too, but did it anyway LS. Thanks for watching!!

[@aurelialafromboise2261]

what tools do you all need to build the patio

[@leyroy1980]

A bunch of stuff

[@tchakeemn]

Why no gravel and plastic to prevent grass from growing underneath?

[@chud327]

It was for the neighbor, he never mentioned plastic or gravel. Good idea and thanks for watching.

[@shellyhoffpauir5836]

About how much is the lumber to replicate the back porch with the deck

[@chud327]

I don't know, I think he spent $1500 on the three porches, but I don't remember 100%. Thanks for watching.

[@edwardcomiskey6556]

Wow, just wow.

[@chud327]

Thanks so much and thanks for watching.

[@bogoss3178]

I watched a few videos on KZbin on how to build a deck, and yours is by far the most simple. In the other videos, people put a “plastic” weed killer sheet under the deck so grass doesn’t grow under the deck. Since you didn’t put any under your deck, do you have any problem with weed/grass growing under your deck?

[@tjvinson5196]

Do you by chance have the build list and measurements for the 4x 6 stairs

[@chud327]

I bought the stair runners from the big box store. Then put 2X6's on for the steps. Let me know if you need more info and thanks for watching.

[@Bradmeiser]

Been wanting to build a deck like this on one of my side doors but geniuses that placed my concrete underpinning placed the crawl space access door almost directly underneath the door and it's barely the width of a 2x4 underneath it I don't know what Joist board to use because a 2x6 is too wide I would probably have to use a 2x4 but I don't know how stable that would be.

[@chud327]

What if you were to take 2-3 2X4's and glue and screw them together just over the crawl space entrance. I would think that would be plenty strong. Good luck and thanks for watching.

[@jeffswank9018]

How do you keep moisture from wicking up on the bottom step

[@chud327]

I am not sure, but it is treated wood made for ground contact. Thanks for watching.

[@triverman]

great vidio

[@marciam6224]

It is going on midnight and the temp here in west Michigan is 11* with a wind chill of -1*. Sunday is supposed to be 19* and a 50% chance of snow. It's making the arthritis really hurt. Glad it's warmer where you are. Good job on the deck and the stairs.

[@chud327]

Although I would love to experience some snow, I am glad it is warmer here too. I couldn't enjoy snow at 19* anyways... We were down to 27* this morning, but it will only last a few hours. Thanks for watching and for the comment.

[@genexxer1]

Nice video. Helped my understanding. Thanks.

[@chud327]

You are welcome and thanks for watching.

[@praypal5606]

How hard would it be to add a slanted roof to the porch?

[@chud327]

It wouldn't be too bad, but I worry about future leaks on attaching to trailers. I just did one with a roof on a house, that was my most recent video. thanks for watching.

[@6jeremy9]

Why didn't you run the small porch all the way to the end of the steps? If it rains they have to step sideways to miss the mud.

[@chud327]

That is a good idea, but that was just how the homeowner wanted it. Thanks for watching.

[@leonardorodriguez6295]

Is there a reason why u predrill the holes for screws?

[@chud327]

Just trying to keep the boards from splitting. thanks for watching.

[@d.kennedy7627]

Fantastic as usual!

[@chud327]

Thanks so much and thanks for watching.

[@sherriwhitfield6896]

DO YOU HAVE A LIST OF WHAT ALL YOU USED FOR THE FIRST PORCH?

[@chud327]

I sure don't, maybe you can get an idea from the video. sorry and thanks for watching.

[@mi5veezee]

Good job, looks really nice.

[@chud327]

Thanks so much and thanks for watching.

[@fallenniemalsland8817]

Very nice 😉👍

[@chud327]

Thanks and thanks for watching.

[@edgarmartinez9809]

Smart man I admire ur art work god bless u sure 😉

[@chud327]

Wow, thanks so much and thanks for watching.

[@treehugger4682]

Does the porch have to be attached to the house to be to code?

[@chud327]

I am not sure about that, but thanks so much for watching.

[@teaberrywmn]

Where I live, if the manufactured house is on a permanent foundation, you could attach a deck to the house. If the house is not on a permanent foundation a deck has to be free standing and not attached.

[@garyjohn316]

Nice porches. You are a master builder!

[@chud327]

Why thank you for saying that! Thanks for watching.

[@katherineelloitt6101]

how much did it cost to build

[@chud327]

I am not sure it was my neighbors and he bought all the materials and it was a few years back too. Sorry and thanks for watching.

[@heavyfeather6682]

Great video very helpful!

[@chud327]

Thanks, I am so glad you liked and took the time to comment to say so.Thanks so much for watching.

[@leyroy1980]

Did you use 2 × 6 's or 2 × 8's for the joist?

[@chud327]

2X6's and thanks for watching.

[@keepontruckin5862]

Good job brotha.

[@chud327]

Thanks so much and thanks for watching.

[@whiteie3.2]

awesome videos

[@chud327]

Thanks and thanks for watching.

[@joeygarrett1835]

Thanks for sharing, great idea

[@chud327]

Thanks so much and thanks for watching.

[@the86driver]

So dope gonna be building mine soon

[@chud327]

Nice and thanks for watching.

[@doh-zah6909]

Nice work! What is the spacing on your posts and joists?

[@chud327]

I don't really remember. The posts were 4 feet on the ends and 8 feet on the sides. The joist were 2 feet apart, I think. thanks for watching.

[@doh-zah6909]

@@chud327 Hi. I'm trying to figure this out so I can build my own. If the posts are spaced 4' and 8' on center and the joists are 2' on center it seems they would overlap. Are either of those offset? It appears the joists are to the right of your posts. Thanks!

[@ernestogonzalez17]

hello chud327 this video is amazing . Although very hard for me to do since Ive never done any carpentry or framing I got to make my grandma a porch similar to this one do you think you can help me out&?

[@chud327]

Where are you located? thanks for watching.

[@ernestogonzalez17]

@@chud327 Im located in canada bud

[@yveskc1]

Good job. Nice to see you back!

[@chud327]

I have had the last two weeks off and normally I put out a bunch of videos on my days off. This time I have been doing a bunch of videos but few are complete yet. I will try to hurry up and get more out. Thanks for being a consistent watcher / commenter!

Nice job.

[@chud327]

Thanks!

chud327 You're welcome. ;)

[@graybozz]

Thanks for making this, you have helped me a lot, DIY. thanks.

[@chud327]

You are so welcome, it was a fun project. I am glad to help. Thanks for watching and for the nice comment.

[@jeramiahfuchs]

did you hook it to the mobile home

[@chud327]

It was not hooked to it, it just sat really close to it. Thanks for watching.

[@monarawles5832]

sturdy way beyond code, and loved the way you notched the outer deck floor board around post- that looks so good!

[@chud327]

Yes it is very sturdy and thanks your comment is so good. Thanks for watching.

[@Jasha333]

Mona Rawles definitely not built up to code. sorry

[@Jasha333]

chud327 why don't you have any carriage bolts to secure the frame into the posts

[@rke1987]

Nothing done here is up to code deck should be sitting on concrete footings with proper 4x4 brackets, floor joist not 16 on center. Also should be sitting on top of 4x4 post with 2x10 beams supporting the load not just screwed to posts with screws

[@sharkbaittuber3246]

how much would something like this cost??

[@chud327]

I didn't buy the wood, but I would estimate $2500 give or take... Thanks for watching.

[@jarrodpenton2649]

How much did you spend on materials

[@chud327]

It was probably about 3 thousand, sorry I am just seeing your question and thanks for watching.

[@BestAccessDoors]

Great work! Will you be doing more videos like this soon?

[@chud327]

I sure hope so. I am supposed to build a tree house for a guy, but he has not brought it up lately. Thanks for watching and have you seen my tiny house build yet?

[@roxanapanaro252]

great job!

[@chud327]

Thanks and thanks for watching.

[@Mattcocchia]

You should use at least 2x8 I prefer 2x10 and you want them 16” on center for it to be up to code

[@chud327]

Good tip and thanks for watching!!

[@darangemaster1]

nice project

[@chud327]

Thanks and thanks for watching.

[@darangemaster1]

are you a carpenter by trade?

[@chud327]

No, I used to do it as side work when I was in college. I am a teacher by trade and carpenter by hobby.

[@junemariecalder4733]

Why did you not just run the lower deck in front of the stairs? Looks a little wonky.

[@junemariecalder4733]

I did love the build - code-plus! Great job.

[@henryrodgers3409]

In Canada we notch out the 4X4 post to tie in the decking frame . This way all of the weight of the deck will be on the 4X4's . Not on the screws which have very little shear strength. You could have used lag bolts or bolts to hold the frame against the 4X4 . Screws are used to hold things together not to hold up the weight of that deck with all of the people that you plan on being on the deck . I watched you build your Tiny House and you did a great job but this is NO WAY to build a deck . Not safe at all . At least go back and add some lag bolts . I hope you used hanger screws to attach the stairs to the deck and not regular construction screws ( no shear strength with regular screws ).

[@chud327]

Thanks for the tip and thanks for watching.

[@mr.wizeguy8995]

And the joist hangers are fastened with......nails or screws and works well or do you notch your floor joist too?

[@DaTwistedOne1]

Notching the post gives a great place for water to sit and rot the wood. Don't notch, use post cap ties and place the beam ON the posts, no way in hell will you get a better way to support the weight.

[@effinchad]

DaTwistedOne1 That's interesting. I'll look into that. I have a 32 yr old porch on notched posts. But the fit was tight. They lasted well. All the wood is rotted long, except the posts and rim boards! lol. But I know they were fitted well and treatment was probably used on the cut surfaces. In the North as well.

[@gordycollins2923]

Henry Rodgers we phoenx-iton's set our deck on top of the frame...

[@chascollette]

This would not pass our code in NY. We also need to get about 8 inspections for one deck. We’re trying hard to be like California, to much government, which leads to to high prices for everything.🤪

[@chud327]

As far as I know this one has never been inspected, I am glad I am not in CA or NY. Thanks for watching.

[@dennismiklas6349]

I live in New York myself and build decks for a living. I find this hilarious, I wouldn't build a dog house like this.

[@JohnnyBGood11]

@@dennismiklas6349 I hope not, why would you build a dog house like a deck???...ohh you're from New York that explains everything.

[@es2709]

@@dennismiklas6349 Middle name Richard.

[@espears6606]

awesome channel Chud327 great content Hello from Oregon

[@chud327]

Hello and thank you so much! Thanks for watching.

[@Esobeso]

yeah the post holes is what sets a porch aside from what i call tornado glitter

[@chud327]

Funny and thanks for watching!!

[@tripp.5637]

I would have done a few things differently but nonetheless the final product looks good and it serves its purpose.

[@chud327]

Thanks and thanks for watching.

[@marvinjohnson4202]

Looks good man! On the front porch ( ballpark figure ) a price for this project?

[@chud327]

The front and small side porch were around $630. The side porch was very small, so I would estimate the front porch came in just under $500. I should have added that to the video, I guess I just wasn't thinking. Thanks for watching and thanks for the question.

[@ericbstudios9807]

Those are material costs

[@ridenscott]

Nice work thanks

[@chud327]

Thanks and thanks for watching.

[@gginnj]

Is this porch/deck secured to the mobile home? Or just to the 4x4 posts?

[@chud327]

Just to the 4X4 post, thanks for watching.

[@gginnj]

Found in another video - your not allowed to secure deck to a mobile home thus making it no longer mobile, just as if you put a roof on, it also can only be attached to the deck, and not the mobile home. Gotta love “code”!!

[@Peter_Riis_DK]

Hey! Was looking for a way to build a few 911 Turbos ... Still looking. ;-)

[@chud327]

Good luck and when you get one built, I would love to see it in action. Thanks for watching.

[@chud327]

It took a day, but I got it - porch, not porsche. Your are funnier than I thought...

[@Peter_Riis_DK]

Better late than never, right? Anyway, I find your video educating and interesting, even if it doesn't show how to build Porches but how to build porches. ;-). (Got to drive it home repeating myself.) :o)

[@chud327]

Thanks and thanks for the reply!

[@mountmorris774]

Use a compact driver. Rookies pre drill..Save ton of time.

[@chud327]

I like to predrill to prevent spitting. thanks for watching.

[@mountmorris774]

I have never split with compact. I wouldn't get any production with pre drill. Also the stairway railing isn't to code pretty much anywhere. Need upper and lower spans with spindle. Also doesn't look rookish..just some tips from 1000 I've done..

[@es2709]

Compact, impact... whatever it takes.

[@vanessamcintosh4056]

Happy New Year!!! Nice work!

[@chud327]

To you too and thanks for watching!

[@mattharris2398]

Over all good job BUT the toe kick at the bottom of the stairs is resting on the dirt,all the water is gonna wick right up the wood . Pour a min slab then rest the wood on that .

[@chud327]

a little slab would have been better, thanks for watching.

[@05061970ruben]

what is your porches size ??

[@chud327]

We built 3; one was a 4X6 and the other two were both 8X16's. Thanks for watching.

[@05061970ruben]

I want to build a porch the same what you did in your video 10x12 but I don't know how can I star it

[@wendywu2199]

Funny you drove away the old deck!🤣

[@chud327]

Yes, that was fun and thanks for watching.

[@borfishing7690]

So, are you a: Carpenter Mechanic Plumber Farmer Chef Or rocket scientist by trade?

[@chud327]

I am a jack of many trades, however, scientist with out the rocket would be the closest. I am a middle school science by trade. All that other stuff would be in the hobby category. I have been thinking about getting into the homemade shotgun hobby, but I am not there yet. Thanks for watching.

[@farmfreshgoodness8563]

Jack of many trades is old school. Now days you are a Renaissance man.

[@chud327]

Renaissance Man does have a really good sound to it! Thanks!

[@dennismiklas6349]

Defiantly not a carpenter, that's for damn sure.

[@ladydee9858]

@@chud327 hi chud, where r u located? I am disabled and like to expand my back steps into a sitting porch. I am located in SC

[@cjwashington3468]

I like how you build your porch

[@chud327]

Thanks, that was a cool project. thanks for watching.

[@SuperFriday]

Are you going to paint it?

[@chud327]

It is actually my neighbor's. He has stained and sealed it. Thanks for watching.

[@Lovetolivetruely]

you just helped me. thank you.

[@chud327]

You are so welcome, thanks for watching and for the comment!

[@kirferriola]

This should be titled "I built a porch" not "How to build a porch"

[@chud327]

I guess that could work, but in the video I built 3 porches... Either way, thanks for watching.

[@Michael-yi2vw]

@chud327 you did great with it and labeled it correctly in my opinion. Always gonna have negative, hateful people.

[@AirstripBum]

@@chud327 Don't worry about it. I think he wanted you to go to his house and measure everything and make his material list and a blueprint for him.

[@ladydee9858]

I am looking for a contractor to expand my back steps into a sitting porch in SC. I am disabled n would like to sometimes come outside just to sip my tea n listen to the birds chirp..

[@chud327]

I would love to help out but I am way down near Jacksonville FL... Thanks for watching and good luck.

[@ladydee9858]

@@chud327 Thank U 4 responding.. God Bless..

[@cryptosavy9716]

I have a 13x 16 composite deck. Trex inhanced deck boards

[@chud327]

Those are nice, but a little expensive too. Thanks for watching.

[@cryptosavy9716]

chud327 your porch looks nice.

[@chud327]

Thanks, I am glad you like it! Thanks for watching.

[@bardamaga]

Chud. Thank you for your videos.

[@chud327]

You are so welcome, thanks for watching them.

[@rogertrujillo7423]

I wish I could get away with doing that but in my township everything has to be let in to the posts and 16” centers on the joists. Also, the posts have to sit on top of the footers using a metal base. Oh well

[@chud327]

Sorry to hear that and thanks for watching

[@jshepard152]

That's how it should be done! Screws aren't designed to bear loads.

[@ohdamnitsthatguy60]

Dang it Man it's almost like ya knew what you were doing, :)

[@chud327]

I can fool some people some times. Thanks for watching.