ICF Mountain Homestead Build: Setting the Basement LVL Beam

In the mountains of Appalachia, the next challenge with our ICF house build is to assemble, lift and set the main support beam into the basement beam pockets. This is a 3 ply, 41 foot long, LVL that weighs almost 800 pounds.
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Established in 2015 and now nestled in the foothills of North Carolina, Guildbrook Farm is a modern mountain homestead in pursuit of developing a more self sustainable way of life. From planting, growing, canning and preserving our own food to managing our forests and land resources, our life long journey demonstrates preparedness, DIY projects, strategies and ideas that you can practice to help increase your own self sufficiency and balance with the land. Follow along as we continue to develop a little homestead in the mountains of Appalachia.

[@rdamyan3201]

I really admire you guys for stepping out and taking on something you never did before and keeping your composure with a few armchair critics

[@Guildbrookfarm]

Thanks. 👍🏻😊

[@richardtruesdell8289]

Just wanted to say thank you for so many replies to viewers. So many channels don't reply to people and you all make the extra effort and I know it's not easy. You and your wife are professionals at your careers and to see y'all jumping in and tackling this home build is impressive.

[@Guildbrookfarm]

Thanks. We do try to answer as much as we can. 👍🏻

[@CKKnifeandTool]

So glad you got that crane pal!

[@Guildbrookfarm]

Meeee Tooooo!!!

[@charlesburkhart800]

Nurse here: pain is your friend in many ways, it will remind you if you are doing too much or if you moved wrong. Listen to the pain! You don't want a back relapse in the middle of this. Praying that doesn't happen. And for all the homesteaders who are rushing before winter sets in. Stay safe.

[@2200chuck]

So glad to see your dream coming true, one beam at a time, one nail at a time, one foot in front of the other. Just keep on keeping on. It's happening you guys - it's really happening! :)

[@Guildbrookfarm]

One gray hair at a time also 😂

[@gmannz1981]

Continuing to watch from New Zealand! Keep em coming!

[@sovereigns1grace]

What an adventure! Don't y'all feel so accomplished when you get each of these things done? These videos are so educational .... And great entertainment, too! I'm gritting my teeth and wringing my hands right along with you! And then I'm celebrating, too. Love this stuff ... Thumbs up!

[@ledzepgirl299]

Oh my gosh, you are also so meticulous and precise, when you said "hillbilly engineering" I about fell off the couch laughing!! Thanks 'cause I needed a good laugh today! You always come thru for me!

[@gary5172]

For someone that has never done a house build...you are intelligent and the man. Plus, I have to give kudos to your wife doing things that are really physically demanding.

[@Guildbrookfarm]

She’s a getter done kinda girl. 😉👍🏻

[@otherwiseoutside]

wives often give birth too, really tough one that. Kinda physically demanding.

[@augustreil]

@@gary5172, I sure wouldn't want an 8lb anything coming out of me anywhere !!!!

[@mandog2142]

Jeremy, y'all must be living right. Call a crane outfit and they show up same day...wow! Once that thing was in place I could see the relief come over you at the end. Nice work all around.

[@Guildbrookfarm]

Yeah that crane was booked for 3 weeks starting the next day 😳😎. Whew!

[@robertevans6481]

That was close....just a few hours and you would have to wait a few weeks...

[@Bex-rg8pj]

Just logged on and bam, you are there 💕

[@Guildbrookfarm]

😊

[@TWC6724]

Man, yall are getting it done. Way to improvise, overcome and adapt. Your faces have a different look to them from the video when you couldn't find contractors. Way to go yall. You are rockin' it.

[@pr4runner]

I have not been on KZbin in a long while. You're are one of my favorite channels. Wow, you're finally building a home. I need to catch up it seems, That's awesome.

[@p.l.larose3851]

On the edge of our seats here. Great job Jeremy !!!

[@dragonflyneb]

Thanks to your neighbor, he has to be a good neighbor!

[@Guildbrookfarm]

He’s a very good neighbor and a great friend.

[@annetteandhercrafts]

I did my celebratory happy dance for the beam. 💃 I probably would cry when the top level floor gets done. This is just super exciting.

[@Guildbrookfarm]

Nerve wracking also lol. ❤️

[@sonyagregory5711]

Oh My! Nerve racking suspense! You are brave people hanging that beam! Whew!😊🙏🙏🙏🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

[@patriciariddle2997]

I'm glad you know your limitations! Would hate to see someone getting injured. That crane was cool and what a blessing that it was available the same day. Looking forward to the next video. Each one is a step closer to your home.

[@bridgescwr6136]

I'm happy you tried Jeremy, had you not tried you would have never known your limitations. Every hillbilly has limitations...you are living your best life! Hey Jaime!

[@oldfart5127]

Just subscribed. This channel is getting interesting.

[@elizabethchetwood1916]

Go back to the beginning and watch! Their journey to now is interesting!

[@bigmamma6946]

That crane and rigging was exciting I was holding my breath . Awesome episode. Thank you for sharing your journey.

[@tonimitchell9930]

Very cool video. Sometimes it just to pay the extra to go with the big equipment even when you don't want to. I really enjoyed how easily that heavy beam went into place.

[@patriciagantz377]

I built 5 beams 48 ft long - 3-2x12x16s sandwiched with 2 1/2 plywood 8’ long 11” wide , all staggered joints glued and nailed . We were a hell of a lot younger and only had to pick them up 8 ft at a time , weeks apart ! Good move calling the crane , it was worth it no matter what it cost ! Installed in minutes and nobody got hurt !

[@makapalatrace8385]

Living the dream. AND what a view!!

[@ericrider9718]

One bite at a time! Keep up the good work! Enjoy seeing the progress.

[@sierge1]

That was the smart way and the safest way to set that beam. Well done.

[@straubdavid9]

Measure with a micrometer .... cut with an ax ~8^) Take care Guildbrooksters.

[@stan3198]

Glad that's over. Had a long distance pucker factor here in Colorado LOL.

[@elizabethchetwood1916]

You're not the only one!!

[@jamest5149]

According to Jessie Potato Head from PLFL you should use soft wood shims under your beam because they are self adjusting.

[@Guildbrookfarm]

😂😂😂 We’ll go with steel plates.

[@jamest5149]

Guildbrook Farm - Simple Sustainable Living Awesome, best idea is to do the exact opposite of those two... keep up the good work, you have a great channel.

[@TheZseries]

smart move with the crane, you wont regret that decision, keep up the great build

[@chelemichele1524]

Each step I get more excited for you guys 😁 Have a wonderful day 🌻🌻🌻

[@Bex-rg8pj]

Oh goodness. I held my breath the whole time the crane put in the beam 😱

[@stacid.1186]

I grew up in a house in N.H. that was half under ground. We had Styrofoam and concrete walls. It was cool in the summer and retained heat in the winter.. You're doing an amazing job

[@diannt9583]

So excited and happy to see your home progressing! Great videos, too.

[@yellowdeer7163]

Awesome job sir! No one hurt.

[@homesteadwannabee4253]

I too was scratching my head on how you were going to place that beam. So happy to took the "unsketchy" alternative. Lol Blessings ~

[@hisimagenme]

Wahhoo!! That was fun to watch! Thanks for sharing you guys, I'm so aware of the work involved in filming during these kinds of projects. Awesome sign! Smiles and blessings...

[@ashpenaz2308]

Really awesome work. I look forward to seeing your progress!

[@rickhaver5876]

LoL, the whole time I was thinking : Just get a crane! Lol

[@cletuss57]

About to set a 28ft steel beam myself. Fingers crossed! Thanks for some inspiration!

[@kristidennis2779]

WOW Love watching you build this. Love when you speed it up and it sounds like a speedy woodpecker working LOL

[@VanlilfewithDaleandBailey]

Love the new sign!

[@thewhittierhousewife3898]

Yay! 🙌 I'm so glad you got the crane, it's just amazing how they make it look easy. Another hurdle jumped, enjoy the elation! Now get ready for the next one.😉

[@WendyK656]

Good Job Jeremy , Jaime and friends!! Boy it is coming along nicely. Yes the crane was a wise idea. Be safe y'all

[@lesleyharris3198]

You trying to lift the beaam with the tractor was scary, so glad you managed to arrange for the crane to help

[@Logiwonk]

Congrats on getting the beam in, looks great!

[@banjobenson9348]

Good job , great to get a start on the next phase

[@Beecozz7]

Excellent!!! Y'all make smart choices!!!

[@raynall3593]

The right tool for the job, nice and safe. I have did things like what yall were going to try but in the end, it is in place, looking good, and no one got hurt. Onward and upward.

[@elizabethchetwood1916]

Jeremy, I am so glad you took the safer route to get that beam installed! The cost to use the crane is less important than your (and your helpers) safety and well-being!

[@Guildbrookfarm]

Yes. Important to know your limitations.

[@cynthiafisher9907]

Exciting to watch your progress!

[@jackpatteeuw9244]

Glad to see you called in the big guns ! You are going to love that extra deep 1st floor !!

[@Stevey_B]

looking awesome!

[@mgh439]

nice job...right tool for the job. Keep up the great work

[@rsinfelt1]

That was cool. I learned something.....never knew about LVL beams......Thank you.

[@athloneduke]

Love the sign on the house....build

[@lauriewind6366]

Adore you guys, for getting into things you never did before! And sometimes the right equipment is quite handy - if I can say so with such a large crane - but I got a nervewrecking feeling, seeing the beam bowing down on the tractor....how nice, this crane had been in your area. Its looking good!

[@paulsccna2964]

Very nice. Love it.

[@rusty1850]

Thank You for your video. I look forward to your next video.

[@sardar5150]

Very cool! Good job! Can't wait until you're dried in!

[@MySliceOfHeavenoutdoors]

that crane made easy work of installing the beam

[@charlesdyer2376]

With a beam like that You'll be able to pull motors LOL !!

[@Guildbrookfarm]

Yep 👍🏻

[@janetgraham3124]

Always love watching your videos keep up the good work

[@kristenvincent3622]

You’re making great progress on the build, and after so long waiting to get started are making up time really well. I really appreciate these videos as we are also doing a similar off grid build. I’m so glad you’ve gotten ahead of us progress wise, because now we have almost a how-to video guide for our next steps. We’ve just finished our concrete and are starting our sillplates and beams hopefully for Christmas.

[@randylee909]

Nice work

[@HeavensGatesCherryFarm]

He did our sign to!!!!🍒👍

[@alvinwoods639]

A great video to start this New Year with. As always these episodes you all post are the best anywhere on KZbin!! Hope you and your Family have Blessed Year!!

[@RedDevilRaspberry]

Awesome!!! ✌🏼

[@theIAMofME]

Scary AND Exciting!!!

[@sherrys1566]

oh bye the way I watched this vid loved all of it thanks!!

[@josephkrug8579]

Good job on the beam. :)

[@southernwanderer7912]

All I can say is wow.

[@PopleBackyardFarm]

looks like a neat challenge

[@Jomama02]

Holding my breath getting that tractor in there!

[@beachlife1411]

Super cool

[@robertrockwell7581]

nice work. continue too stay safe.

[@Angelbach1995]

SsssOooo CooooLlllll! Much respect for y'all!

[@Jeff_MT09]

Great work - good idea getting crane in! Safety first. I’m really looking forward to seeing the building progress. Regards from Australia Cheers, Jeff. 👍😀🏠🦘

[@lynnb7511]

That was scary! Yea! Its in place!!

[@Bex-rg8pj]

My favorite family and channel💥

[@Guildbrookfarm]

❤️😊

[@sandyjacobs6202]

Man i am soooo glad thats done i dont think i could last much longer man my nervers are almost shot lol way to goooooooooo

[@Guildbrookfarm]

Yeah it was an adventure 😳

[@cheriluvsgrr]

So cool

[@RXRSawdustStation]

Excellent video, #GuildbrookFarm ! Huge step, literally and figuratively! Thank you for the video!

[@alsnow3582]

Exciting! You're making good progress and I'm glad to be able to follow along. I've been following since you did the excavation.

[@Guildbrookfarm]

Thanks for hanging out with us! 👍🏻

[@Penny-bt4gc]

Impressive.

[@jeanlee1911]

its a wild chipmunk attacking your house....in its natural habitat. so happy for yall.

[@zuluwars2996]

Jermery common sense prevails again on your build. And how easy was that, less than 10 Minutes and perfectly placed. You're doing a fab job being sensible keep up the good work.

[@robinbriggs1517]

Bryan from Smokey's CNC is awesome...… Plus you FOX BLOCK BUILDER put me in touch with a builder in my area....Way to go

[@Guildbrookfarm]

Awesome. Good luck!

[@scotchcrofter9964]

Nice.

[@artbykcappadona5166]

You did it. 💪

[@Guildbrookfarm]

We did it. 😊

[@jameswitte5167]

That tractor juuussst fit ... Everything done in order ... Need a few more saw horses ... Gotta love nailguns ... Didn't see a glue bucket ...

[@Guildbrookfarm]

Rough Opening: 74.5” Wheelbase: 73”

[@jameswitte5167]

@@Guildbrookfarm that's tighter than a bare butt on a frozen lake ...

[@Guildbrookfarm]

Yep. Still fits. 😂

[@PaulyOutdoors]

I'd love to hear some music played in that basement. The acoustics sound awesome!

[@theIAMofME]

We think alike!! LOL

[@Guildbrookfarm]

Oh yes. There will be Rock. 🎸 🥁🤘🏻😎

[@theIAMofME]

@@Guildbrookfarm I hope we get to hear some of it!!!

[@PlanetMojo]

I've heard LVL/solid wood also performs better in a fire. Apparently steel deforms quickly and pulls out of the pockets and the center of the house caves in.

[@PlanetMojo]

@@colstace2560 'IF' the house catches fire. No kidding it will burn either way. It's how much time it takes to do-so. In case of a fire, you generally want more time to get out and to put the fire out.Tests have shown wood lasts more than twice as long before collapsing.

[@susanprice3454]

Sometimes big boys need big toys to get the job done.

[@MikeSheasheaDtree]

I beat on a 12 inch concrete step with an 8 pound sledge hammer, for two days! I made some progress but it beat me up, Finally rented a 60 pound electric jack hammer. It took 1 hour, The rental place even gave me some money back! Wished I rented it first, but it's hard to part with your money sometimes ;-)

[@gardenlady1293]

Wow!

[@renaebettenhausen3611]

WOW!

[@TheUserid82]

When you get some wood and concrete floors to roll around on the harbor freight scaffolding is a great buy for doing all the fun inside jobs you would normally be on a ladder for. Everything from electrical to windows it can be a big help on and the cost to buy is cheaper then the rental for the life of the project.

[@Guildbrookfarm]

Yep. Got some. 👍🏻

[@seriouslyreally5413]

No glue with the nails? Its the key component to LVL ( lamination veneer lumber) and Glulam composite beams. extra tight water proof chemical bonding prevents moisture penetration and thus wood movement due to humidity and is the main engineering behind the LVL concept. Nails while they are strong, are just the mechanical fasteners that "clamps" and holds the layers together while the glue cures. Over time nails will rust but the glue doesnt. ????

[@Guildbrookfarm]

This is an (over) engineered assembly. Galvanized nails won’t rust especially indoors. No glue is required here.

[@victorvek5227]

You didn’t nail in 12” on center from both sides? You only went in from one side?