How to Install Concrete Pier Deck Footings with Sonotubes

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Check out the entire deck build time-lapse here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/iZbLgZygmtF2ask Thanks for watching! and don't forget to Subscribe to my channel! bit.ly/SubscribeToTheFixer

[@pjmtts]

If I was your friend I would help you, even lend you my grade laser.

[@chrisMcG17]

My unanchored bridge got washed away last week. So im looking to anchor in a new spot as step 1. Thanks for uploading

[@maeveplant2220]

I've been watching for a year now and I love watching you build or fix things! Keep up the great work and rip shovel

[@ibealion1]

I appreciate the detailed explanation. For a guy who has never done any of it, it's helpful for me because those are the details that keep me from starting.

[@robingillespie4467]

Perfect I can now finish my front porch, I have been waiting for this for over a year, thank's for your video's.

[@pesr0412]

I'm sorry about your loss of the shovel... may it rest in peace in shovel's heaven. On a second note, if you're worried about background sounds, I think you can script the audio offline and then merge it with the video (I have seen this in other channels though I don't know how it's done) however, it didn't bother me at all... keep the good work!

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Yes! I did some voice over a little bit in this one actually. It is just a change I am not used to but I will be working on improving it since trying to wait for cars to pass is making it take 4 times as long to make the videos! 😔. Thank you for the advice and thanks for watching!

[@F-c5r]

Very happy to watch this learned much. Thanks for a no-nonsense video

[@CookieSlinger]

I burned calories just watching you do everything by hand. Kudos to you, and great video!

[@TexianPa]

Nice job. Looking forward to seeing the deck build.

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Thanks, Christofer!

[@letstrend]

Good! I'm not the only one who breaks shovels!

[@kellyngrey4950]

I laughed harder than I should have when you're shovel broke 🤣

[@rpaasse6453]

I hate digging. But we all have to do it sometimes. Great video, thnx again!

[@T.E.P.]

excellent intro .... LOVE IT!!!! great vids all the time man CHEERS!

[@yungrecklessgang5624]

*”This is the kind of stuff you do when you work alone… I need friends”* I’m your friend, more than your subscriber

[@coppertopjohnson9782]

You thought we'd leave after the sonotube explanation?!?!?!? 😏 No, no, no. Well damn, the shovel broke. You were already digging holes, just put it in and bury it proper. 🤣 Thanks for sharing. 🛠

[@jimaronson2323]

I can dig it! Really enjoy all your videos.

[@hardkore360]

@15:48, you actually dont want a flat end on the sonontube top, you want a domed shape to keep water from standing on the top and damaging the concrete, you can then set those anchor bases in place which allows you to shift the anchor point after it dries, easy peasy.

[@gregmize01]

"This is the kind of stuff you do when you work alone all the time...I need friends." WE'RE HERE FIXER, WE'RE HERE!😁

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

😂 Thanks, friend!

[@whocares6698]

I watch too many of these for someone who doesnt have a deck or place to put one. Question, I have seen a few people dump the dry bags of concrete mix into the hole then add water, is this good or bad in your opinion?

[@optimus_prime_____]

As long as you mix it thoroughly!!!

[@whocares6698]

Thanks

[@boots7859]

Thats what a lot of people do, and its rather dumb. Your mix needs an rather exact amount of water if you want to get the rated PSI. Mixing it in a hole is fine if you're putting up fence posts maybe, but a sure way to mess up anything actually needing support.

[@Mothermetalhead]

Id just watched the stair demo earlier today so seeing this feels like a double win for the day haha

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

😂 Awesome! Thanks for checking them out!!

[@Mothermetalhead]

@@TheFixerHomeRepair you bet! Haha been a minute since I've been on KZbin

[@garymucher9590]

I would say you had way too much water in your mixes. But in the end they will all work perfectly for what you are doing. Thumbs Up. I hope you just re-handled that shovel. There are years of life left in it yet.

[@LeoInAMillion]

I must admit I a tear for your poor shovel/spade. I will light a candle 🕯 for it 😉🤣

[@SuzanneBaruch]

RIP faithful shovel! He was too young to die 😭

[@ryanharris6000]

Super helpful, thank you!

[@silentghostproductions6453]

Aye nice transition!

[@leelulady2010]

You could make a temporary funnel from plywood, screws & strapping.

[@fintan3563]

Could you just trim off a bit of the sonotube making the edge of the rock part of the tube foundation?

[@cedergrenpeter]

Nice video, and way too much water in your concrete mix. Concrete and water creates a chemical reaction and too much water weakens the final result.

[@sjr7822]

Well, now I know how it's done! I've got chores to do, but, "I'll be back" one comment, the First mistake, living in Mass

[@yolandamercado6721]

It would it be a good idea to build some roof on that deck, being that you pull a permit for it already. That would have protected the entrance from the elements.

[@theo9976]

Curious, no need for rebar for a four foot hole?

[@kcdiazWTV]

Once the cardboard dissolve, wouldn't it have a few mm gap between the soil and concrete?

[@NeroZashi]

I think there's good editing programs that can silence background sounds

[@brianm2238]

wouldnt it be better to put rebar in them?

[@andreyrudanets6487]

Hey, quick question. What do you do if you encounter a shallow water table and the hole starts collapsing? Are there any methods to stabilize it?

[@davidwostrel]

Dude, one look at that post hole digger and I instantly can tell that is a way better design!

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Right!? They don’t make them like that anymore!

[@snoozieq4584]

@@TheFixerHomeRepair Best get your measurements now for some oak or ash to replace the wood incase you have an accidental break. Might want to look into someone that refurbishes old tools also. Just an idea, or a thought since I know that a craftsman is only as good as his tools, and that is a very functional beauty.

[@ryansheard8092]

Did you then pull out the tube after the concrete cured? If so, how?

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Nope. It stays in the ground. Just cut the cardboard off at the surface and peel it off.

[@ryansheard8092]

@TheFixerHomeRepair Thanks! I've got 6 to set for a free standing deck so getting them all level is gonna be a trick. LOL...I think I'm gonna rent a transit. Is that the easiest method?

[@Doomzdayxx]

Brother that's way too much water in the concrete.

[@nathane55]

Shouldn't u poor a 2x2 footing before u put the sonotube?

[@geneard639]

I'm tempted to ask which Squid decided cardboard tubes would be called 'Sonotubes' and how did that spread. hahaha

[@snoozieq4584]

The saying is "If it's stupid but works, it's not stupid." from Murphy's Laws of Combat. RIP Faithful, trusted shovel. You did your jobs well and now it's time to rest.

[@SuperFunny65]

Do the building codes require rebar in the crete?

[@travelingdude33914]

First!

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Nailed it!

[@travelingdude33914]

@@TheFixerHomeRepair 🔨🤣

[@marvab.4024]

RIP shovel lol

[@crinkle2649]

The poor shovel, time for a new handle. 🙂

[@philemanuel]

👍

[@bizzfo]

Too much water in concrete

[@Because_I_Have_To]

🤙🏾🤗

[@cbart1987]

speaking of taping around the sides how's the first born doing ? lol rip spade

[@chrisw443]

shovel down

[@1964amora]

I'll be your friend

[@dedek222]

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[@karolzigmunth5784]

seriously someone had to come in the middle of your work to check if you aer up to code?

[@TheFixerHomeRepair]

Yes, they make sure you have sufficient footings before you pour the concrete. I guess it is better than them telling you its no good after they are poured. That would not be fun!

[@boots7859]

Very watery mix. I'd much rather give the box store $50 to rent a post hole digger to dig for me if I had more than a couple. Heck, even a couple I'd pay that, 5 minutes per hole and you have yourself an hour or two, and if you don't need a permit, can get your tubes in there and get done that day.