Installing a 15 x 30 Paver patio in 8 hours

[@rolando2790]

Thank you for this video. Patio had paver work done recently and saw person laying the pavers while standing on the sand he just leveled and screeded then going over it with trowel again. This video helped me understand proper way it is done. Of course final work resulted in uneven pavers and a lot trip hazard. After a few back and forth, company finally decided to re-do their work. 👍🏼

[@johnfuller8147]

Love watching the big slabs of steps being used ,...I know watching you'all man handle them was a sight but I'm sure back breaking...Great Video!!!

[@varnersvisions6800]

Every time I watch a paver patio video of yours I recall the jobs I’ve done that don’t have the right prep done. They definitely will from now on. Thanks for your help!

[@organicthug5220]

Props on the solid work. Also good to see you worked around the turtle eggs. Every company does things different, it shows character to give nature the right of way.

[@F1shifty50]

Looks great. Cant wait to see that monster wall. The more in depth the better if you ask me. Thanks for putting these videos out.

[@lesransom2964]

Perfect music to start the video. Explaining with great details as to why and how you all do your work is enjoyable. Nice touch on saving the turtle eggs. Another project well done. Yes, I would like to see the bigger projects. The next one sounds cool.

[@Dirtmonkey]

😁👊👊

[@thebeans804]

I hope the homeowner is happy. I think that is absolutely stunning! Great job guys! 😍👍 This is very helpful for me. I have those irregular stones for my patio. They are all shifting with weeds popping up. I am going to get a plan together and then try to level it myself next summer. Your videos teach me things I have never learned. I am loving all the knowledge you share. Thank you for everything. I hope you and your family have a safe and blessed weekend. 😊

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thanks so much! Love hearing that I’m actually helping people learn out here & you’re not just here for the hair 😂 lol have a good one & god bless!

[@sikosis999]

get a diaphragm sprayer and mix distilled vinegar, heavy salt (like sea salt) & detergent (dawn liquid or the old ajax powder i find the best) and spray your zero-scape or other areas that you do not want growth with a nice heavy dose of that mix early on when the day will be sunny . . . it will end your problem with out killing you and everything with in a quarter mile :)

[@captmarvel9964]

Of course we want too see that 9' wall!! love your channel BTW I've learned alot and me and my son love watching

[@Dirtmonkey]

Love to hear it!! Thanks for bein here 👊

[@michaelmaker8169]

Yes Stan, I'm looking forward to seeing the 9' wall also! Can you explain more on the geogrid and where and how much to put in? I worked for a guy and we put in a 5' wall for a septic leach field and was engineered but but not much was explained. I see alot of contractors do the 4' step back and another 4'😖

[@nicka2929]

Would love to see how you guys do this. Always love watching a big job come together. I was with a "landscaping company" and pretty sure it should have been done better. I garuntee if you guys did it, it would have been done quickly and right. It was a beautiful house very custom designed. Would have been nice to work with a crew that knows what they are doing vs 1 person helping me out

[@quakergrits4610]

these channels help me out so much. not having a father in my life to teach me these things. now that im an adult i want to do these things and have no idea how.

[@redheadone2]

Wow! Just accidently came across your # 3 Pillars to Happiness and a $150,000 job in 1 month Video! 99% of the time I meet Contractors that have no goals, work from job to job do not really appreciating their clients or give them the best job possible for the product and budget. I work in the San Francisco Bay Area and now work with quality Contractors. I have not taken the C-27 test yet mostly because I am exhausted after a 10 hr. day even though I do not do any physical work I am organized and know all aspects of the jobs and make sure all items are delivered properly on time and on budget. I have 10 years of experience Designing, Selling and Project Managing and have only had 1 unhappy customer and he is unhappy with everyone and everything. It's imperative that you have the right size and knowledgeable crew. Thank you for sharing your present day Morality (and sharing that your past does not have to equal your future) and being the type of person your clients deserve. I hope many people in our industry watch your valuable videos. Thank you for taking the time to be a decent human being and sharing your knowledge and experience. And YES you should make a decent profit from a job well done. Best to you in your future endeavors.

[@anthonymakley1530]

Thank you Stan for all the hard work you put in these videos have a great weekend 👍

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thanks dude! It’s definitely not the easiest but I love it. Have a good one!

[@irakopilow9223]

I never knew that you can use too much sand under a paver installation. If I ever am faced with laying down pavers, I'll have you to thank for explaining why too much of a good thing is bad. Thanks Stan.

[@MrHomeland]

Stan you have trained your team well. They are very knowledgeable and take great care in all they do. Also they did Mrs. Turtle right by not messing with her eggs.

[@Dirtmonkey]

You got it! & thanks man I appreciate it

[@jasonrexine6316]

Hey Stan! Great way how the guys moved the steps across the patio surface. Sometimes simple is the best way 👍. Have a great weekend!

[@Dirtmonkey]

Oh yeah easy does it!! Thanks & you too bro 👍

[@john.h.richards1]

Hey Stan, I truly enjoy these videos where you break down step by step and the reason each step is required. So glad the "pipe" wasn't punctured, that definitely would have been a very bad day for all. Looking ahead to that 9ft wall backyard, almost sounds like you will be building a waterless dam. Looking forward to the instructional video. God bless you all and go get em!

[@Dirtmonkey]

Couldn’t agree more thanks John & have an awesome week brotha 😁👍

[@roadtoy]

Loved hearing about the project and the others you’ve posted. I also love hearing the thought process behind how you come up with and implement the options you’re forced to consider as surprises come up. Looking forward to seeing and hearing about the 9 foot wall ! Great job !

[@Dirtmonkey]

sorry- this other guy is pretending to be me.

[@richardarguelles194]

I have to say wow that backyard looks very beautiful nice job you guys are great keep up the good work God bless all of you

[@briansledd4836]

Good work. I really appreciate the attention to detail your whole crew has.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Me too 😁

[@toodlican]

This is a pretty awesome channel. I don't even do this kind of work. Pros can be proud of their work and share it on social media. This channel has professional advice, pro techniques, and training to build foundations in business as well as personal development. I wish I had a crew like them to learn from when I was young.

[@Dirtmonkey]

That’s the goal! I work hard at this so that kinda feedback is just awesome. Thanks for being here & god bless!

[@tyler81EC]

Crazy thing happened lol I'm driving down to the citys. Thinking one of these days I'll pass stan on the freeway. No joke not even 5 mins later theres stans black dodge with a skid steer and trailer!!! That was me in the red chevy truck lol. I'm the guy that lives in finlayson. And grow up in sandstone!! Love your video Stan!!

[@Dirtmonkey]

That was very cool! That was just a few hours ago.

[@conorsmith5471]

Those walking stones came out to be a great alternative for that application. I really like that idea. There is always a way! That wall does sound daunting, but I am sure Sam and Blaine are up to the challenge.

[@bethsmith9124]

Great finished project. I learned so much and will put it to use when I install a small 10x10 paver patio myself this fall. Look forward to more job site videos.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Awesome!! Hope it turns out great 👍 go get em

[@nicklambing9268]

This is really fantastic learning material! Your years of experience and knowledge of allowed requirements appears to mesh extremely well in this project. Thanks for taking us along on this one! Nick, North West Farmer

[@Dirtmonkey]

Aw that means a lot man! Thanks for bein here 👊

[@bobmcnoodler270]

Damn that looks good and being a super picky hardscape guy that's a huge compliment great job

[@zacharyloiselle6332]

Great job Stanley. I am learning a lot with your videos in addition, love the play list you use.

[@dustinfinley1533]

Hey Stan I love the way you help everyone understand the process and how through you are with your videos I watch you channel pretty much daily and if you have any dirt monkey shirts or hats I’d love to buy some to help show my support for you guys

[@Dirtmonkey]

Aw that’s awesome thanks Dustin!! Definitely appreciate ya being here so much 👍 I’ll check into the merch

[@stevebrough304]

Great job guys. Interesting seeing the unforeseen problems that arise and how they're dealt with. I'm ready for the next job.

[@MichaelNavarrete87]

What a great find. Terrific channel; educating videos; fun guys. I hope this sticks around for a long time to come.

[@Dirtmonkey]

I hope so too! Thanks man

[@kasnitch]

Enjoyed watching the process of these jobs . Up here well north of you, I like using a foot or more of limestone crusher chips on top of 2' or more crushed rock base when possible . Then a vibrating packer before the paving stones . The walkways are dead nuts flat year after year . I don't do that as a business, just for family . You have a good thing going down there Stan and Co . You would be good people to work with .

[@pville5548]

I love the quality of your work. Do it once and it should be good forever. Your music selection is always the best. You keep making them and I will be here to keep watching them and giving you likes. Great job.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thanks Ron you da man!!

[@cristsiebenaler]

I did not realize you were based out of MN until now. Love the explanations in your videos.

[@louisroy9348]

Hi Stan, looking forward to seeing the 9' wall. I originally found your channel when I was researching to build my own wall. Although much smaller it was tough as a professional homeowner. Using your techniques and advice I think it came out great. Three years now and it's straight and square as new. Even though I don't do your type of work for a living your videos have helped me personally and they are always entertaining and informative. The build videos like this one are my favorite. Thanks for you effort on these videos. Shine on!

[@williamtiehes4102]

I like that walkway better and looks good and it's cool you guys preserved the turtle eggs

[@charleslynch7274]

Ur guys always do great work and it shows that snapping turtle was really kool only seen one when I was really young hopefully her eggs were ok looking forward to the next video as always

[@Dirtmonkey]

I think that turltes eggs will survive. the customer also protected them.

[@Bealeguy1]

WoW ! Just nothing short of just, WOW !! Nice J O B, plus all the minuses of the job..Awesome !!

[@rookie197441]

I would love to see a big project like that. Your crew dose wonderful work.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thank you & gotcha!!

[@charleswise5570]

Glad to see Sam back on video! He's such a good, down to earth, kinda guy! You're truly blessed, with such a great crew! Thanks for another great video! P.S. Would be awesome if you could get the turtles emerging from their nest.

[@Arcanix]

Looking forward to more projects! That "bearcat wall" project sounds very much interesting to me!

[@Dirtmonkey]

More to come!

[@bobbendt1698]

Can't wait to see that 9ft wall project. This one was pretty interesting to watch as well.

[@grw707]

Man I almost wish you had a dedicated member of your crew to film. I love the details

[@1ronhall]

Stanley, awesome build and I wish your team would slide down to Maryland and build me that paver patio and lay a few stones too. Real nice project and I appreciate you taking me along on the build ride! Continued success my northern brother!!

[@jayroberts5705]

Great job guys, I always enjoy watching these jobs and retaining wall jobs as well. Can't wait for the next one.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Awesomesauce 👊

[@tomoaktree4951]

Hi Stan, Awesome looking finished project. This will be a great patio! I would definitely like to see the complete install of the new 9' wall including each lift as well as all of the logistics of making it happen.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thanks! Will do!

[@ronlords698]

You guys are just absolutely amazing at your job you guys do such a great job that just looks so badass.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thanks dude really appreciate it!

[@sdfjsdjfghssfgdsgvfs]

I'm definitely interested in that 9 foot retaining wall. While similar to what you guys do a lot it's also a more complicated and bigger project so it's going to be a lot of fun to watch.

[@farmerbob4554]

The natural stone walkway and the paver patio compliment each other really nicely. Good job Dirt Monkey Force!

[@Dirtmonkey]

Appreciate it farmer bob 👍👍

[@baseball4697]

The stone steps over the utilities actually made more sense. Matches nicely with the other side. Good solution. P S Your guys did a great job working the turtle problem. Shows professionalism on your crew and respect for the environment.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Super important 👊👊 Thanks man

[@MRHOTROD396]

Nice job guy's.

[@KLRead1]

Awesome to watch your team. Please show us the big jobs as well as the smaller ones.

[@haydenuk02]

Looks great. Excellent work and can’t wait to see the next one. Thanks for sharing this with us take care

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thanks Hayden!! God bless & go get em 👊

[@haydenuk02]

@@Dirtmonkey You’re welcome bud and thank you and you to 👊🏻👍🏻

[@susantau]

Amazing work - so clean, so accurate and smart. I LOVE that you worked around the turtle's egg nest. Wish you guys were in Tucson.

[@ryanorr346]

It looks good ur crew did a very nice job n in 8hrs ain't bad. I help a friend with renal failure do masonry n we laid a 30x20 broken flagstone patio in 4 days n it had an added walkway similar to ur project. Keep up the good work!!!!

[@dreadwing01]

On to the next one. Your crew is awesome.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Agreed 😁 So grateful for em

[@renabennett9176]

Hi Stanley last time i commented my phone froze lol hope it doesnt this time .just wanted to say i like watching your channel i can watch it all day .i miss your" thats what she said" jokes.wish you guys were in California i would love to watch you guys do your thing here.my dad worked with asphalt paving and i was on a couple jobs with him he passed a couple years ago so i enjoy watching you work all the equipment.btw you remind me of Ryan Reynolds alot your really funny.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Haha my daughters told me that too before! Thanks for being here Rena, hope ya have a great weekend 👍

[@Daihatsu_Hijet]

It came out really nice the guys did an awesome job! Totally want to see you build a wall!

[@Dirtmonkey]

Sweeet & thank you!

[@christopherray6322]

Beautiful final product, you and your guys do great work!

[@maretteschulz8898]

Brilliant job once again. So glad you found all the 'lines' when excavating.😨😱👌 - I'm never going to 'install' anything, but shite, the things I learned through watching these vids.👏👏👏🤝

[@Dirtmonkey]

That’s the goal!

[@EliteLawnMaintenance]

Great video Stan, I have just started a excavating and lawn care business this year. You and your team were part of the inspiration in me doing so. I love how you explain everything thoroughly. Keep up the awesome work!!

[@Dirtmonkey]

Dude that is huge! I hope you have an awesome year!

[@markreep7841]

Love the attention to detail. Much respect

[@johnteelsexcavatingjohnnys7095]

Of course we want to see that stuff Stan. Keep cool this summer dude, and have fun.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Hehe thanks John & you too brother!

[@berkoskilandscaping4247]

Stan, we absolutely need to see that retaining wall go up!!

[@Dirtmonkey]

👍👍👊

[@roytempleton9320]

Would really enjoy seeing some of the big projects you guys tackle!

[@Dirtmonkey]

Sweet 👍

[@chrismckinney9369]

Stan I came across your channel back in April of 2019 when I was doing research on building retaining walls, (I was interviewing a contractor and wanted to make sure the project was going to be built right the first time (9'X54' wall) (Side note: The 2019 project I also had a snapping turtle lay eggs in the piles of dirt that had been removed and unfortunately we didn't know this until the dirt was being moved back, I saved as many eggs as I could find and out of all them I had 2 turtles hatch). I had already planned on making my walkout basement project 3 phases because of the money and labor involved. I also worked sided by side with my contractor and his guys (yes I'm aware most contractors hate this) making it clear to them that I was the lowest seniority guy on the job so I did all the "new guy" grunt work that needed to be done. The contractor also offered me a job after it was all done and I politely declined, (I'm too old to work like that everyday lol). It also makes me appreciate the work put into these projects even more. Last year (2020) I did the wall on the opposite side, and this year (2021) will be the patio done with block similar to this project (I wish I could include pictures). (Anyone who is looking for a great landscape contractor in the Peoria, IL area message me.) My point to this long winded post is I really appreciate your channel and the content you provide, you have given knowledge on subjects that I have little or no knowledge on and products which I have purchased because of your reviews (Ballard Inc. "X-Blades and deck lift which I absolutely love, but that's another long wind post for another time). Keep up the great work, tell your guys I appreciate and respect their hard work too! "God Bless and go get em."

[@dbm7121]

Looks awesome! Awesome crew! Hard working fellas!

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thank you!

[@kenthesparky178]

The finished job looks like professionals have done the job😂🤣 looks brilliant , well done lads.

[@danielsharon524]

Definitely would like to see the next project you mentioned.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Gotcha 👊

[@danielsharon524]

@@Dirtmonkey If you look at the reply to my other comment on this vid, someone else commented that is posing as you!

[@briansschneider]

Thanks Stan! Love your videos. Please keep them coming. I’m in ny but I want to come work for you for a few weeks. Keep up the good work. Thanks!

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thanks for watching!! Hmu when you’re in minny 👍

[@corycourneyea6802]

That looks really sharp. Great job guys

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thanks Cory 😃

[@jamescole1786]

Yes, show us that 9ft retaining wall & 'fill' to create a back yard. Oh yes, personal note: nice haircut. Clean shave next? Clean up makes you look younger & combined with your expert talking points, you sound like an engineer! very official! Enjoy your videos. Carry on Sir!👍👍👍😊

[@douglasmorton6121]

That was a great project! Great narratives! You and Sam explained everything really well! Thank you Dirt Monkeys! Please keep the videos coming!

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thanks douglas we gotchuu 👊

[@mitcho_913]

awesome project! I love the use od natural materials like steppers and even the pavers and concrete steps look great. I'm a first year landscape apprentice and while we do thing difrently in Australia (mainly due to the high tempretures and little to no frost) your videos have been a great help. keep them coming

[@Dirtmonkey]

Awesome, thank you!

[@jimp.4531]

that looks great, mama turtle will be soo happy as well.

[@Dirtmonkey]

☺️🙏

[@kscray]

Nicely Done Stan your crew really seam to work well together. Patio looks awesome

[@raycooper2287]

Great job! Awesome video! This is not my field and I'm learning so much, I like how you explain it and do the job, and workers doing it the right way you taught them. I'm sure if I was going to work in this field I would like to be working for you.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Aw thanks Ray really appreciate that 😁

[@cnh5349]

Enjoying everything you post would love to see more learning something new every video

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thanks & gotchu 👊

[@anthonysharpfish9108]

Nice, always amazed to see the final look of ur guys work. Start to finish purdy koo to watch

[@WilleysFirewood]

Great job. Can’t wait to see the big wall project unfold.

[@Dirtmonkey]

😁👍

[@babyfoodtester]

Mr Dirt Monkey I enjoyed the video. Obviously you’ve developed a great crew. I would love to see 9 foot buildout :)

[@Dirtmonkey]

😁👍

[@hanleyglowka3352]

Hi I woch your videos everyday tell the team I said hi and I woch thor videos everyday I love you guys I love the video

[@edzachary8657]

These are all really good videos to watch it's good to see a team work like that, I'm jealous God Bless

[@1farmer608]

Hey Stan. Just finished up my North Dakota state uni visit and I think I’m going to change what I major in. I thought i wanted to do ag business but now I want to major in ag systems management and minor in precision ag. The management ag side of things has less business but more learning about the equipment and how to get the equipment to people rather than making a market plan to sell the machine if that makes sense. I also got to go to RDO Fargo and climb on everything that they have which sounds like a childish thing to do but It helps me visualize how to run the equipment and really see how big the equipment is. I also bought so more things for my ever growing farm toy addiction. All and all, I like Fargo except that the city is layed out like St. Cloud so it’s a little confusing but I could get used to it. Always great to get a comment back Stan. Have a great weekend

[@williamwhite9275]

Absolutely would love to see the next big wall

[@Dirtmonkey]

very cool- its being worked on right now.

[@deannacalef3513]

Well done project. The turtle was super. Thank you.

[@jesusmedina4661]

your videos are amazing and great help keep it up man enjoy all your videos

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thanks a ton! Hope it helps

[@jb202ater]

sam is a good guy. you need to keep him happy stan. not a good one to lose

[@tedspens]

This was a fun to watch project and beautiful results, as always. The upcoming yard retaining wall is gonna be awesome! Really looking forward to it. Keep up the good work guys!

[@Dirtmonkey]

Appreciate that Ted thanks for sticking around with us 😁

[@tedspens]

@@Dirtmonkey Still here! I'll be installing my very first very simple curved paver patio next week, and I want it to last 100 years. Just going over some of your videos. Peace out, bro!

[@SandyMasquith]

Thanks Stan. Another great job by the team. Thanks for taking us through that. I’m looking forward to the big-bleeping-wall build. I see you cut your lawn finally. Last video it was looking a bit tall. I had thought you had a new mower review to do! ;)

[@colinerickson4166]

amazing job great company who takes pride in there work! keep up the good work !!

[@cdnroofer]

Wow, project well done guys. It looks perfect just like all of your jobs. Your attention to detail and professionalism is top notch, along with your crew. Cheers from Oshawa Ontario Canada 🇨🇦

[@Dirtmonkey]

Awesome to hear!! Thanks Mike 👊

[@doozerakapuckfutin]

What a brilliant job you guys did … outstanding job.

[@doozerakapuckfutin]

@Stanley ‘Dirt Money” Genadek🌟 dose that work from outside the US . 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@jeremycinpinski4763]

Awesome video I have learned a lot from you and I would like to see the project you were talking about at the end

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thanks & gotcha 👊

[@CZAnthonyX]

Awesome video as always! Keep up the great work! Have a great weekend!

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thanks man you too!!

[@Naruto18ization]

Great video. That turtle was so funny too!

[@phillyfanist]

Ooo nice Stan, 234-0 on the like button on this one! Well done! I vote for you to channel your inner Technical Tim on the next one, I’m really interested to see how you do the bigger jobs. I had a customer ask me at the beginning of this summer if I could fix an erosion problem in his driveway. Here’s the picture, the driveway is two cars wide on a fairly steep slope, maybe a 12% grade (very rough guesstimate on) he has a couple of erosion holes big enough to swallow a Prius on each side of the driveway. My suggestion for him was to excavate the driveway and install a French drain to prevent future erosion issues and then regrade and replace the driveway as well as install a retaining wall along the high side of the driveway to separate the yard from the driveway. I couldn’t do the job because I don’t have the equipment or expertise for that but I am curious to know if I was on the right track to solving his erosion issue? The fix my customer wound up going with involved a very cheap and sketchy looking patch with some gravel and asphalt on top and the existing holes weren’t completely filled in which I think will lead to the driveway failing again within a couple years. Am I right in my assessment or is there something to the patch it method? Thanks for all you do and keep it up!

[@pastorjoe6827]

learn a lot watching your channel, and yes I want to see you all build the retaining wall.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Love to hear it 😁

[@mongo6041]

Another fine job by the Monkateers!

[@skiprydoo]

Why am I excited to watch the next retaining wall project/video?

[@dohio3042]

Lol your camera lens makes those boards look trippy 😆

[@Dirtmonkey]

thats the wide angles lense for you

[@michaelmillsap952]

Great Job !!! Keep the videos coming !!! Thanks

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thanks, will do!

[@cguercia311]

The stone path leading down to lake look s perfect.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Wow thank you!

[@robertvannicolo4435]

Stan turned out looking great pavers and those limestone stepping worked well together only thing I didn’t like was that plastic edging looks good at first but has a tendency to move and float with freeze thaw cycles stone boarder would of been my preference 👍