Installing A Paver Patio

This is about the last step of repairing the yard after the huge underground project. We even had the chance to get some help from grandkids and also my jet pilot brother, Brett.
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[@rjtumble]

That method Kelly used for trimming the willow was pretty clever!

[@xoxo2008oxox]

You mean the Makita Trimmer Hat Guide Attachment?

[@bobmanns3623]

​@@xoxo2008oxox😅🤣😂

[@bugermcking4968]

I think you mean cleaver. Also it's great if your her height but not so great if your 4 inches taller.

[@johnschiltz6440]

One of your more "Paul Harvey" videos: come for the construction tips and get woven into a life philosophy. Magnificent!

[@psidvicious]

“Page two…”

[@AZOverland2017]

The pavers look great. But, more importantly, what a wonderful family you have! Having 4 generations together and learning from and experiencing each other in that environment is priceless! Your father obviously did an incredible job raising you all and watching those vales being passed down the generations is something special. I bet his heart was full sitting up there watching you working together.

[@kristihillebrand2886]

In a world where forces are tearing families apart-You, EC, prove that one man can make a difference. Keeping families together as God intended. You are truly Godsent.

[@bobmanns3623]

Amen!!!

[@aunknownspecies4153]

You are an amazing Guy I am a 28 year old Black man I been following your channel for years I have always had a thing for yard work and construction and your channel has taught me a lot in now saving to start flipping houses just want to say thank you for your channel

[@skilledhands8198]

Facts, amazing content!

[@psidvicious]

Cool! EC’s a great resource and a wealth of information from many years of learning.

[@hddoug72]

Keep working hard and learning. This guy has been through it has a lot to share.

[@janderson8401]

Friendship between men is often rooted in having worked together. Accomplishing something useful together seems to make better friends than just belonging to the same club or having the same hobby.

[@randallrogers8183]

My boys too get excited to help their dad around the property. Gives me hope for the future. I love the lessons, on construction and life, and the wholesome old time music! Thanks!

[@Ikantspell4]

Having family help with work is about the best thing ever. Blessed are the people who can work together and get things done.

[@joshuawalker301]

There's literally 5 generations of men of the same family at that work site. This is unbelievable.

[@-justin-4077]

I counted 4, his dad was there then down to his grandkids.

[@hokimocus]

Very nice, seeing generations all together on the back porch.

[@1911wood]

My oldest grandson now a 23 yo army veteran. Seems like last week he was a diaper toddler. He was my shadow, we were connected at the hip. One day I was washing a sink full of dishes. He drug a chair over to the sink to watch soon he took the soap sponge away from me and started washing them himself. I watched for a few minutes as he also rinsed and put them in the drainer. I saw him set one down that had a spot on it. I pointed at the food and he took it back and washed it again. This time he checked it and he checked everyone there after. A few years later he helped me rake the front yard. He did a whole half and I did the other. When he was tall enough to grasp the middle cross bar on the mower he mowed the front yard. I never mowed it again while he was here. Hardest working human I have ever seen and he hasn’t changed a bit. Who doesn’t worry that their progeny might not be equipped to take care of themselves until they are grown and actually doing it. I quit worrying about him before fifth grade. He wasn’t taught that he should work hard he did it when he was a diaper baby. Until then my father was the hardest working man I knew. He was an iron worker. My oldest brother told a story about one summer home from college and he helped my dad building a bridge. Him and dad unloaded a truckload of rebar in the morning dark and started into tying the road deck. A little past noon my dad kinda tired asked my brother if he needed to break for lunch. My brother said “naw I’m alright”. He said dad just looked at him and started tying steel a little faster. Dad never said another word and they tied steel until it was too dark to see. Then they drove two hours home. He said he never tried to show him up again. You and I are the same age. I’m glad to see you can still get out and get it done. I think I appreciate seeing it more than most. Good job.

[@Jminenna]

thats so awesome that your grandkids can have a relationship with their great grandfather. wish my sons could have spent just 5 minutes with their great grandfather

[@ZacTerrall-ut3tc]

Scott, I can't thank you enough for your efforts, in family,faith, and work. I've been a carpenter for 30 years..still love it. You are a national treasure.

[@alix-mb1xm]

that contraption you made up to screed was pure genius

[@greatitbroke]

Those grandkids and I suspect Papa will sure be tired tonight. Wow they sure worked hard. Good on them!

[@benhatcher2603]

I'm so glad that you and your brother can hit that perfect pace of working and catching up. My brother and I can do that and it makes doing tough jobs together so much more enjoyable.

[@galhillel100]

Thank you for showing the world whats hard inspiration work.

[@russbowers3683]

I LOVE Kelly's technique for trimming the willow!

[@Scaryladyvideos]

I've lost count at the times you've brought a tear to my eye. Sweet videos and treasures as well.

[@lindataylor7207]

Thanks for the wisdom.

[@jschlaud6]

Man I wish I had little helpers to bring me bricks! Love your videos, love your life philosophy, and appreciate your shared knowledge. Cheers from a fellow tradesman

[@jefff6167]

God Bless you and your family.

[@russ11nyc]

Great video from a better parallel world than here in NYC. God bless this man and his family

[@johnhiemstra1464]

Thank you for that bit of goodness!

[@fredflickinger643]

Family rules! Great job!

[@marklevy3997]

Strong work, Scott!!

[@tomiossi8092]

Family is everything. I so miss my mom and dad. Cherished times.❤️

[@bobainsworth5057]

The family that works together, gets things done.😊

[@keithparady2594]

You’re so lucky that you still have your dad I still miss mine every day but there isn’t a day that goes by where he’s not right here beside me even sitting here taking my lunch break I’m reminded of him in even the little things

[@smartgorilla]

So so true. I miss mine too ❤ he worked a bit like this too. Always labouring

[@bholdr----0]

What a timely vid! I'm building a small brick patio (and a seperate brick pad for storage of theowers and garbage bins, etc.) for my landlord's other property (an Air B&B that we have been working on all winter) just now- i thought i knew how to do such a patio, but, of course, I am always open to learning more- and this vid added that 'more'... Cheers, and thanks, EC! B

[@joshbrucksch]

I did a large paver patio with a friend - no heavy equipment - that was quite the project!

[@squatch2461]

Those kids will always remember helping you. 👍🏻

[@ralphalter3621]

Got the best hammer ever. Thank you Scott

[@robertduffy5805]

My grandpa used to invite us over for some "recreation." His idea of "recreation" was us pulling weeds, laying bricks, mowing the lawn, fixing plumbing, etc., etc. After the first time, we learned it had nothing to do with playing games, but he usually took us on a bike ride or let us hang out with him at the local Elks Club pool room for the rest of the day after "recreation" was done.

[@jeffreyspilker2209]

Great to see values passed down. Awesome to have so many generations there. God bless.

[@krenwregget7667]

great video. The wisdom and knowledge of an elder with the boundless energy of a kid... that would be the ultimate wouldn't it?

[@ethanheyne]

Maybe that's what people are like in Heaven. What an opportunity!

[@paulhallgren7001]

Just a great video for families on teaching the value of work.... and for stories generated for future generations... well done and thank you.

[@firemanj35]

I love it when all the family shows up to help

[@jonahfinademz8646]

Keep up the good work!

[@pdcro1247]

Iconic, classic, Mike Rowe should look in the rear view mirror. Incredibly gifted story teller! Always a satisfying pleasure to watch your videos.

[@oscar_jjuarez5266]

Finishing a roofing patio for my sister & brother in law! And wants pavers installed in the front next , hit the nail right on the head 👍 thanks for everything.

[@WayneBird-x6q]

A good work ethic (rewards are earned not deserved) and treating others with respect are the two most important aspects in life a child should be taught at a very early age. Those two things equate to success. Thanks for your always top shelf videos.

[@tomdale1313]

getting it done, thxs for sharing

[@justindavis1546]

Looks like you had some great workers helping you out on this project.

[@Zerostar369]

What an incredible family! You are truly blessed! Thank you for sharing with us.

[@rickdonohue220]

Thanks!

[@pdoherty]

You are an inspiration to a lot of people sir! Keep up the good stuff that we see in all your videos. We are all better for it.

[@billk8780]

It's always wonderful doing projects with family. Some of my favorite memories are working landscape and trees with my three brothers at my Dad's.

[@Paul_JZ]

Great job and great family - you should feel blessed. Please send some of the kids to my place will ya? I could use the help.

[@michaelaskey6130]

Work ethic is everything. Without it you have nothing . Keep up the great work . Awesome job . I own a concrete outfit in Wisconsin and always try and take my kids on the job every chance I can .

[@joeduffy9764]

I agree, working and talking can be done at the same time!!

[@arresthillary9502]

5:35 that ant colony was feeding pops faster than he could lay them down!! 😂

[@Z-Bart]

Those young one's were awesome! Ice cream present for sure.

[@christophermartin7973]

Great job its a wonderful thing when sometimes you have to use a pick and shovel to move dirt. As a worker in a desk and computer job drafting day after day I love the mindless task of moving dirt, cutting grass, stacking wood. It gives such a sense of accomplishment and makes you sleep great. I remember someone asking a man how he lived to 100 and he said I think it was cutting a cord of wood a day. He was in the war and saw and did things that back then wouldn't be talked about but he needed to process it. So to do it he started cutting a cord of wood a day to help. It was good for the mind and body.

[@Allen-eq5uf]

What a wholesome, feel good channel; keep up the good work!

[@cpthillbilly]

I love this channel

[@DarrellCampbell-rb9ur]

That absolutely splendid, delightful Lady!

[@mrkrause3]

Good stuff!

[@Nomadboatbuilding]

Timely video Scott. My wife just tasked me with the same honeydew.

[@truthreigns7]

I have never seen anyone trim a tree like that. That is a great idea

[@themarkfunction]

"We've got a ten minute macaroni-and-cheese break, and then BACK TO IT!" This needs to be on an EC shirt.

[@brianpriest3638]

The ten minute macaroni and cheese break sounded like something my kids would muscle out of my mother or mother in-law.

[@mackfisher4487]

Summertime, and the fun projects.

[@sixpotshot]

Talking about sand's prices...I would have your hammer tomorrow... I mean the whole set! but like I am unable to afford a Martinez (I wish!) I am unable to afford 250 bucks for yours much I love it as I do! I could eventually say 'justify' rather than afford but at the end the story is the same: like for the Martinez I just window shop yours! Thank you for another great post - as always it is much appreciated and cherished

[@paulmichaelmark]

Good family bonding, keep up the good work!

[@bradcavanagh3092]

Once remarked to an old fella about how paving was just as hard as concreting. He agreed, but said paving is actually easier because at least you can take a break!

[@tristanconnolly5675]

Nice.

[@Hotwired2689]

Wow what timing.. I’m looking to redo my front bluestone walkway with pavers. Thank you for another great video!!

[@eduardodedios8213]

If you can get those many kids to help? You’ve found gold, they can be an army of force that would work for just an icecream

[@willamettehops]

LoL. "The worldwide sand shortage has come to Roseburg." I saw Mrs. EC working on your new gate today while driving by, maybe polishing or cleaning?. It's looking real good around there these days!

[@gonesideways6621]

Exactly the way I laid my pavers 24 years ago still going strong.

[@rednissan96]

I sure miss my dad. I started a flooring installation business in the early 80's and I'll always remember my dad said two things about it. He said : instead of learning the tricks of the trade, learn the trade. And he suggested I name the company AAA Flooring because I'd be in the first of the phone book..lol I didn't take that advice though.

[@chuckjames1943]

I would bet it took you a couple of days to recover from being bent over and on your knees placing the pavers. Your a tough old bird!! Thanks for the videos.

[@MikeWalksWithJesus]

Thanks for sharing

[@johnvolker6781]

As always, a great teaching video. No mind blowing tool example in this one, but a great building technique example to consider nonetheless the less. Thank you.

[@gtbkts]

Thank you for the awesome content and all the great videos!

[@beachboardfan9544]

50/yard!!!! 😯

[@marlonchristopher9278]

those kids made that work alot easier

[@skilledhands8198]

Motivation!

[@BrittCHelmsSr]

Many hands make light work. and you had many really good hands to help. It didn't appear that you had on any knee pads while down laying down those bricks. Were you able to walk the next day?

[@musicbymark]

How do you deal with weeds in the cracks? The special sand detergent didn't lay long.

[@egonmilanowski]

10 minute mac & cheese break? Must not be union because I am pretty sure you're supposed to get at least 3 minutes for a brownie or cookie as well. ; )

[@bacbladerunner]

Near the end of your video, you are sanding a small paver area that has maybe a 2x6 border held on with bolts and mallable washers. What are those bolts connected to? I don't think it would just be a paver because they would easily be pulled away. Thanks.

[@PrivateLongo]

Great video!!!

[@wackerman7259]

Can you make a video on how you come up with what grade to go with, and the depths/heights you used? I would assume a string level came into play at some point…

[@chriswilson9230]

The hammer may make a good tool on a fire scene as a fire investigator. May get me one.

[@thetruepearlpoetryofficial]

Wow

[@cybernoid001]

these old cement septic tanks are super dangerous since they can erode and you can accidently fall in if the structure caves in. I really want to replace the one at my Mother's house with a poly one some day to be safe. I just need to save up the funds for it

[@MattsAwesomeStuff]

Kelly's murder hat was the star of this show.

[@GDOG520]

Haha man my kids are the same way I'm far from perfect but if I can distill on them the proper work ethics I've come to believe in and follow I'd feel like I've done something in this world

[@AlipashaSadri]

Technically the older the concrete the *stronger* it is if it was provided moisture for most of its life and the chemical composition of the environment is right 😁 (the hardenning process never really stops, it just slows down)

[@dtm8073]

Nothing wrong with child labor, that's how I learned!

[@battlephish]

Scott, do you mind breaking down the first step after you set your perimeter? I have to do pavers around my fire pit and we are on slight downgrade. Any input is appreciated. Always enjoy your content!

[@jason3064]

This was awesome and not for the pavers

[@JayKayKay7]

A man asks for a few things: water to slake his thirst, food to fill his belly, a shirt on his back, a roof over his head, a good woman to share the journey, and hope for his children.

[@scrout]

$400?? Paid $800 up near Portland last September!!! Tree trimming technique on point....

[@dewuknowHIM]

My family is sooooo broken...i have no family....💔😔😭

[@Siskiyous6]

Regulations make the shortage

[@totherarf]

We have a name for that balance of work and camaraderie (borrowed from the Irish) ...... Good Craic! (pronounced Crack)

[@Zach-bc4vv]

Scott, I call you my internet dad. Just fyi lol thanks for your content