I Almost Gave Up!!! - MOBILE HOME ROOF OVER - Day 1

The first day of our mobile home roof over and I nearly gave up! Thankfully help arrived to save the project! 🥰 Memberships support our channel. Click the JOIN button to learn more! 👆
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We’re a small family who moved out of the city in 2015 and set off on a new journey to build a homestead from bare land on one acre out in the country of the Blue Ridge mountains of North Carolina. We handcraft many items and goods that are for sale on our website. Your support is greatly appreciated by all of us! Our KZbin channel is family friendly! We are slowly renovating our 1988 Palm Harbor single wide mobile home paycheck to paycheck as we can to remodel it ourselves and make it better than new.
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Video Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
0:32 - DISCLAIMER
1:11 - Roof Layout Lines for Plywood Edge
4:31 - Measuring for the First Sheet of Plywood
6:07 - Laying the First Sheet of Plywood
7:48 - Tweaking the Workflow
8:39 - Motivational Singing
8:48 - Laying Plywood on the Roof
9:30 - Breaking Point!
9:40 - Help Has Arrived!
10:08 - Installing First Row of Roof Decking
11:08 - Progress Update
12:00 - Back To Work
12:29 - Bathroom Vent Pipe
13:00 - Getting In The Groove
14:17 - Aerial Views
14:56 - Stopping Point for the Day
15:37 - Closeup Walk Through of New Plywood Roofing
16:20 - Workmanship Issues and Reasoning
17:45 - Closing Thoughts
18:02 - Thanks to Josh ‪@SteepintheWoods‬
18:53 - Why We Didn't Cover The Roof
19:07 - Thanks to Viewers & Members!
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[@celticfiddle7605]

You will never forget Josh coming over to help you

[@cherylm5234]

Not sure if my heart can stand seeing yet another favourite KZbinr working on a roof! First Doug and Ashley, now Sam. Be safe please.

[@niniandsunny1353]

I said a prayer for their safety 🙏

[@Aliceinjonesville]

yikes!!! me too!!!🤦🏻‍♀️

[@TheWoodHaven]

OMG, that video of Doug and Ashley during that rainstorm was something else. I still haven't recovered from it.

[@Drewsroofingandhomerepair]

And don’t forget Drew

[@VailsMom]

So proud of you figuring it out, working it out, gutting it out. Enormous and important projects like this, especially when it’s a one-off that you’ve never done alone before can be incredibly overwhelming. Having someone to support you (besides Angela, who supports in other aspects) in the problem solving, the motivation, the hard work and the simple BELIEF that you can complete the project successfully is of immeasurable value. It’s good to have someone in your life who truly ‘has your back’. For anyone who isn’t subscribed to Josh’s channel “Steep In The Woods” - what are you waiting for? He’s as hard working and funny as Sam, and while they are alike, they are also different. Sam and Angela are more farm and home improvers, craftspeople and homesteaders. Josh has a slightly different Mountain Man/Pioneer approach, because he has chosen to build his homestead on completely unimproved land - there wasn’t even a road when he started. Anyway, give it a watch - very interesting and fun.

[@dper1112]

It's so great the two of you got to work together on this roof. We can all imagine ourselves trying a big project solo, and feeling it must be somehow doable, but then it's overwhelming and we don't know how to make it happen. When a friend or family member comes by and hooks you up, that's a marvelous thing.

[@sam-and-angela]

Absolutely!!! He didn't know it at the time, but he was a God send and saved the project! It just isn't a one-man job.

[@foxhound4400]

Could made a dead man for the ply wood to hold it im a professional roofer out in ny and i own a double wide 1994 Fleetwood did the roof my self re plywood it and put shingls your tought to work by ur self

[@hectorgarcia8691]

That is going to be a great roof, thanks for the demonstration, I think it helps bring allot of hope to folks that feel trapped in an old trailer home that needs work, and a the prospect of buying a new home. We all need brothers like josh btw, that’s how we Americans used to be, always looking out for our brethren, brothers or not, we’re all in this together and all heading towards the same exit one day

[@suesweetpea7]

I was so glad to see you got Josh to help you. Remember to stay hydrated the both of you and be careful.

[@auntmaryspals7978]

Remembering when my brother and I used to work on projects together. Those are good memories.....

[@judyrosey]

My DEAR Sam......you must use a harness! We love you and your family needs you! 🖤🤎🖤

[@mjrehwalt46]

What a good brother Josh is. I grew up in a large, close living family and it was always a potluck party when any home projects were in the works. So nice to see this still happening today. Can't wait to see it all finished and you sitting back in a lawn chair soaking it all in.

[@sandraflinn7486]

I’m so glad josh came to help you! You were scared the bjesus out of me!!

[@abcxyz1797]

Those rusty spots had me worried, your foot might fall through. Thank you, Josh!

[@GrandmaGaye]

Be still my heart! Scary stuff. It is what brothers are all about. "Courage doesn't always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying, 'I will try again tomorrow'." Keep on keeping on

[@toddswiernik208]

I'm happy to see you called Josh, what a Blessing! I was almost ready to come and help. Great job guys, take your time and have a blast. Looking forward to your next video.

[@denisewilson8367]

More hands makes the job come together. But I'm like you, I usually have to do it alone. And I only have 1 working arm so you know what my motto is; "Good enough for who it's for", LOL. i'm glad Josh had the time and willingness to jump in and help you out.

[@lechatbotte.]

It’s a huge undertaking. You fellows are like Doug and Ashley you muscle through and do the best you can. Kudos to you and josh.

[@LW707]

I had visions of you ending up creating a new entrance to your home. 😬

[@MrCoyotebob]

I would have had to change my pants more than once with the way that roof was giving way. lol It might not look perfect now but that is what the finish work is for. Hope it goes even easier for the rest!

[@sam-and-angela]

Thank you!!

[@jeanniealford4234]

Great 1st day. Bless his heart. Josh is a great brother. Keep on keepin' on. I had a singlewide 16x72 and had a metal roof put on. The man did a wonderful job. It looked beautiful and had no issues. It sold it primarily because of the metal roof!

[@carolinebeck807]

What a good brother you have! I also remember you helping him on the driveway to his tiny house build. I just watched Josh turn a tiny spring into a water source for his tiny house. You both amaze me with all your practical knowledge!

[@kathyfloydflashy1]

I am so glad that Josh came and helped you. I love watching Josh, Celia and Ivy ❤️

[@DisabledUKPrepper]

Great to see the start. Praying the weather behaves, and that you don't run into any major problems. Thank you, Josh. What a difference that sort of help makes. It's priceless. I've popped over and subscribed to his channel. Stay safe, everyone.

[@sam-and-angela]

Thank you for checking out his channel!!

[@pollyanne9973]

Glad your brother was able to help. It's a huge job for one man to do alone. It is going to look fantastic once completed. Kudos to you for taking the job on. Hugs to all. Carole in UK

[@Hollybank5]

Oh, Sam /- you’re scaring me to pieces 😳😫. I’m so happy that Josh came to help you ! ( I follow his channel too ✅) ... and knowing that he hates heights - that’s a TESTAMENT TO A BROTHER’S LOVE ❤️. Please stay safe . Take breaks ( from the heat ... don’t break yourself 😳🙏). Maybe you should check your blood pressure too ?? I’ll be watching ... but my hands will be covering my face !! I’m only risking one eye 👁 , tho 🤣 The mother in me says : get that child off the roof !!! Be safe 😘

[@kayhenry6293]

Looking good! Don’t worry about the gaps; too small to make a difference. Thank goodness Josh came to help; makes all the difference in the world! You guys stay safe.

[@sam-and-angela]

Yes, he helped keep me sane in the tough times and was great to have to bounce ideas off of and such. :) Thanks Kay!!

[@duhe98]

Roofing is a young mans job... Congratulations on a job well done.

[@sam-and-angela]

You can say that again!! 😆

[@norascott5803]

I would have used 2x4's over the old roof and added the metal.but I am no roofer either!

[@kermitefrog64]

It does make a big difference when you have help. I am doing my project all by myself. I am taking care of my 93 year old mother-in-law after my wife died 3 years ago. Living in California we also deal with the heat.

[@chrissala2498]

My husband did not fully cover our 1990 Oakwood singlewide with plywood, he put 3 rows of furing strips on each side & then put metal on. We didn't think the extra weight of the plywood wold be a good idea. Just the way we chose, so far, so good 12 1/2 years later.

[@kittychops09]

I contacted a metal roofing company for mobile homes, they also want to use furing strips and insulation, and for the gutters a piece of metal flashing was somehow going to hold up the gutters. Did you choose to use plywood for gutter support?

[@w8what575]

Ah! U have the electric nail gun! I just discovered these and holy wow...I love them! No hoses! Or breaking down air compressors! Having extra batteries is a plus but makes the job so much quicker

[@fava7753]

Josh to the rescue , , excellent to see brothers helping each other . . That's what family do . Unconditionally . 💪 ,. 👍 👍 👍 ...

[@davidpollard3522]

Omg, I imagine you walking on roof falling through a weak spot over your bedroom - Lands in bed - Angela - “Your just in time” “ just wish you showered first” 🤣🤣🤣. 🤔👇🎤

[@skyz3160]

Cute !

[@igabfbrn]

🤣🤣🤣

[@estelamora6625]

Love your brotherly love! Be safe. Josh love your "Steep in the woods" channel.

[@pattystordahl3754]

Mobile home roofs are a lot more sturdy than people realize. But alone thankfully your brother Loves you. Tie offs too

[@RumMonkeyable]

Watching you, Sam, walking on the very flimsy roof made me so nervous. I got to the point where I just couldn't watch. Should you be wearing a safety harness? OMGosh, please, please continue to be extra careful. We don't want to lose you or have you suffer an injury.

[@sam-and-angela]

I looked into harnesses but had no idea where to practically mount one. We were both all over the roof up and down multiple times in the day that I think I would have unclipped it from annoyance or it given me a false sense of safety. I did think about it though! I’m not looking to test our gravity at all! 😬😁

[@diyfferent]

You're off to a good start. Just keep at and try not to stress. Rain isn't so bad, lots of homes get rained on during construction :) I noticed you skipped your roof clips, but you probably had enough to worry about up there. It will probably be just fine under the metal roof. We watched this the other day but didn't comment. So we thought we'd stop back in and give our support. We look forward to the rest.

[@sam-and-angela]

Thanks guys! Yeah... the metal clips did not work out as we hoped. The majority of my frustrations pre-Josh arriving was in fighting them and getting them to work. It's on my list of things to show-n-tell in a video along this path. The issue I had was the roof still had flex with the plywood on it and the clips would bend up which would tear through the underlayment. I was bummed they weren't working, but didn't know what else to do but space the plywood as recommended, then just go with it. :-\ I'm not too worried with the metal roof, but would have still preferred to get to use them. Thanks for the comment! :)

[@diyfferent]

@@sam-and-angela That's how it goes sometimes. You just have to do what you can. We actually had trouble with our clips too, not fitting right and being bent, but since we used osb, we just pushed the clips right into the wood wherever they wanted to be. They pushed right into the edge of the osb board when we slid the osb into place. I hope the rest of your project is going a bit more smoothly.

[@plddc614]

it's nice that both of you are close to each other and that Josh was bored. Saved you big bucks

[@moiragoldsmith7052]

Steep in the Woods and family are fabulous... as are you and your wonderful family. Stay safe up on that roof, we already know it's a wonderful job done xxx🥳🙏🤗🥰💖

[@kellywilliams5112]

No tear off is nice, but loooordy!!!! walking on the roof had me biting my nails, like a Hollywood cliff hanger..... lol

[@dave1135]

Trailers can be scary to walk on, as there's not much support, most are just 2x2 stringers. But the roof metal is a huge one piece sheet and is surprisingly strong. I used to weigh 330lbs, am now 250, and it had no problem supporting me when I was a mobile home park maintenance man back in 2008

[@sam-and-angela]

I agree with this. 😁

[@tommiejones1072]

So glad you got help! I'm like Angela and don't get on roofs, so my husband always had to get help. Thankfully my daughter or son could help she needed.

[@maryjanewill3056]

Josh is a good brother!

[@terriavery2315]

build you a lumber borrow./short scaffled jacks made out 2x4.make it so sheating sets 3 feet proud of roof edge...stage there then pull up from roof

[@stellaunger8568]

I went to Josh’s channel and really enjoyed it- watching you both now. I was scared for you the first sheets of plywood Sam! So happy Josh came over. 😊

[@lonmiller5265]

When I did the roof on my trailer I used a rope and pulled up the sheets one at a time.

[@foxhound4400]

If your doing metal roof screw down need to not worry about cracks and make sure u ice and water the whole roof befor laying ur metal save ur ass in long end or add .5 or 1 in thick iso over ur ice and water and you won't here the rain hit the roof in big rain storms just a few ideas for you to get it done right and with no worries

[@roasarioruiz7804]

Good first day guys!

[@HoneyHollowHomestead]

I will check out his channel. Kudos for you for even being willing to try a roofing project. Having another pair of hands for such a huge undertaking is a good thing!

[@anetzband1383]

All I could think of was Josh said on his channel he's afraid of heights! So glad he came to help anyway.

[@TheUserid82]

One of the best things about putting a roof over the existing roof is you can add insulation under the finished roof to cut down on how much heat comes in during the summer and heat escapes in the winter. A few inches of foam board insulation can do a lot.

[@jeffvreeland1315]

I really enjoyed watching your video. I have a new respect for old metal roofs after watching you walk across it. What state are you from the view is absolutely remarkable.

[@jfinnall]

To Josh your place is flat land. Great seeing you two work together once again. Stay safe and be careful.

[@sam-and-angela]

It sure is flat compared to his mountain!!

[@dianecharles881]

Thank you Josh for lending a hand !!! ❤️

[@mplscarsales6652]

So glad I found your channel big thanks

[@SylviaFey]

I'm preparing to work on my own mobile home roof and your videos are making me more confident that I can do this. Thank you so much for making this series. I thought I had to remove the roof completely and had no idea I could basically put another roof on top of my existing one. So much stress is gone from knowing that. I'm honestly excited to get started.

[@sam-and-angela]

Awesome, glad to help!

[@tonygough8713]

Don’t give up, you’ve got this. Getting started is the hard part.

[@virginialewis9854]

You really made me nervous walking on that roof! Glad to see the progress!

[@sam-and-angela]

Sorry! :) We're so glad to have done what we do and wow what a difference the plywood makes for the stability and sound!

[@willmotz92]

Something that might help you after you snapped your chalk line is get a can of clear spray on polyurethane and spray your chalk line after you've snapped it that way if it rains you won't have resnap chalk line's

[@sam-and-angela]

That is a great idea!!! One of the things that I wished I could do was more prep work, but knew the chalk wouldn't stay... your idea is great!!

[@trudiebenham8730]

Will be praying for your safety as you work on the roof. Was praying as I watched this one be safe and take your time. It is looking good.

[@pfurr281]

Josh you are going too have some sore legs going up and down that ladder lol that was great of you helping Sam this video makes my back hurt and legs lol great job Sam you are the hardest working man you will be so happy this winter .

[@igabfbrn]

Looks great and that's awesome your brother was able to come over and help you!

[@tdadyslexia]

In England your mobile home is call a static caravan, in England static caravans have maximum lifespan of 20 years, but on a number of caravan sites, the caravan must be replaced with in 15 years.

[@susansg2419]

Brings back memories of installing a new metal roof in singlewide that had the curved style roof. Had to create rafters and purlins to attach the metal panels. Like you, I wanted overhang to attach gutters where there hadnt been any on the original. It came out awesome. Im interested in your project as I have a new park model that has shingles. Crummy workmanship throughout, and font trust the roof work. Want to replace with metal. Great tip about replacing screw!

[@karencatalano4349]

Thanks Josh for helping. I did join his channel

[@joycejones6015]

Thank GOD for Josh! Stay safe Sam! Have a great holiday weekend!💕

[@grayj6268]

josh is such a good dude. he cut his hand pretty good and isnt feeling good, if u can go cheer em up . he is a real friend. you could have 1 million people and not find a friend like josh

[@savagesquad8546]

Looks great!!! Glad you kept up the work! Appreciate your dedication!!!

[@pinkladybikermamma3603]

ALWAYS GO BETTER WITH A HELPER

[@lisapointer4350]

Great start & so happy for you that your brother came to help cant wait for next video

[@thegauvinator3075]

Best disclaimer ever, keep up the good work guys.

[@elainearchibald9020]

So happy that Josh helped out! Happy that you gave a disclaimer....lol I don't think everyone that does their own roof is a roofologist! lol All the best Sam and Angela!! Awesome to see how you are breaking down the videos by a time log! Take care!!

[@timbibin1301]

When sheathing, you should nail 16D nails near the top of the fascia board, and then bend them up, so they're flush at the bottom of your roof, and it'll help you a TON while running that bottom row.. it'll hold the boards in place for ya.. comes in handy when you're sheathing by yourself 👌👌

[@nancyharvey1437]

Your suppose to screw 2x4,s on the 2x2rafters first for support &then your plywood plus sheeting .

[@JB-mf1zc]

Josh was a God sent!

[@TheWeekendDIYer]

Looking good buddy! Keep it up!

[@watahyahknow]

being about youre build myself i know how hard it is to bend over all day working on those panels , maibe it helps to put kneepads on and stay on youre knees working the nailer while the help keeps laying down sheet would still be uncomfortable but i think youre back whont be hurting as bad as you can rest on one hand while nailing with the other to support it

[@marsha4138]

God bless brothers like Josh. Pretty view from up top. Love the drone shots.

[@charleswhitaker9167]

I’ve got that roof! Got the aluminum tape, sounds like my roof when I walk on it. I’ve had a leak at my addon back porch! I’m enclosing it! Poured roof paint on it this morning about half an inch thick ! Hope it sets up and seals the roof before it rains!

[@sam-and-angela]

Good luck! I hope it works for you!

[@haydenuk02]

Excellent work and thanks for the awesome content stay safe and take care

[@rubberdc]

Gosh Sam, when i heard and watched you cross that old roof , my heart was in my mouth .....that is not safe .

[@maggiesue4825]

That roof is going to be and look great! Glad you got some help!!

[@timbibin1301]

When you fill up your chalk box, you should pull the string out about 20 feet Before filling it..so when you reel it back in, you'll get chalk on line 👌👌

[@robinsong7298]

Good thing Josh is young up and down that ladder. Good work guy's.

[@theresa6552]

WOW, that was scary!! I hope you move along rapidly and don't have any accidents! Will be praying for ya'll!

[@sam-and-angela]

Thank you for the prayers!

[@SudsAndSerendipity]

Omgoodness it's so hard to watch you up on that roof !!! I kept reminding myself you have a video up if you fell lol I still had my hand over my eyes 😟

[@deannaoverstreet4146]

It looks great! It really helps to have help!

[@sylviapap3]

PLEASE check if your mobile home structure can carry the EXTRA weight. Good job Sam and Angela

[@donnaprice7931]

New sub...you came up while I was watching Doug & Ashley. I enjoy watching these home renovations.

[@sam-and-angela]

Welcome! :)

[@djterry1218]

Good job Sam! Thank God for brothers!!!!

[@moneymakingmikeg.9555]

There's NOTHING in this World like Brotherly love Sam!! Me & my Bro. are so tight too!!! And remember mile bye mile it's a trial but, inch bye inch it's a synch. Hoping all is well, Dirty Jersey out!!

[@sam-and-angela]

I like that saying... a lot!!!!

[@moneymakingmikeg.9555]

@@sam-and-angela Feel free to use Bud. I try to live bye it as much as I can. Especially when overwhelmed. Hoping all is well, Dirty Jersey out again 👍

[@purpguy69]

Your faith in that old roof is something else.

[@sam-and-angela]

I’ve been up there a few times since we’ve had it. 😎

[@cherylt8590]

Not bad at all,and i can't wait to see the finished touch ,and yup while your walking across the roof,it sounds just like mine crunchy lol😆👍😊...

[@hazelmeldrum5860]

As I watched the first few minutes I thought I wonder if he could find someone also doing a project nearby and trade help.

[@armidaperez5360]

Great job👍👍

[@mimiohnine]

I subscribed to your brothers channel. Any brother that supports another brother is A OK in my book!! It will make such a difference when you are finished!! Keep up the good work!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@lyndabuchholz1216]

That is one scary roof. I am glad my mobile has a good sturdy wood roof. I had to re roof it and if it had been like yours I doubt I would have done it. I did end up with a roof that waves at everyone. Just small waves!

[@lindacruikshank2656]

Boy I was afraid for you. Im not good with heights at all. But you did a good job. Thanks for helping him Josh.

[@cathyjones3403]

I couldn’t handle it. I fast forward because you scared me half to death on that roof. 🥺🥺🥺

[@airmar27]

idk roofers would of done int in 6 hrs tops, u wouldnt have tired urself and no sun burn or stroke, but hey that is always gonna be the trade odd from doing it on ur own versus having someone else doing it, but take many rest keep hydrated and keep going .

[@sam-and-angela]

That and the cost for them to do it!! $$$$$ DIY is the only way we can get most things done. 😬😎

[@jtrose6995]

but you ARE a phd in gettin it done and i love it! you guys are very inspirational

[@lauriedutcher5676]

That roof looks and sounds super scary to walk on!!!

[@lynnobrien9429]

I watched you walking and scared me ! Def not a one man job ! heat plays a big role in working zap's you fast !! I live in FL and could never imagine doing my own. so glad to see the Reality of just how hard it is !! Be Safe ! Be Blessed !

[@sam-and-angela]

You are absolutely right! We both said the heat was the worst part. Not the job, lifting, or anything else. But the heat and humidity! 🥵