FOUNDATION REPAIR (Part 17) Mike Haduck

I repair a foundation for a garage, it was not so bad as I had to do nothing but patch it up, All my videos are my ways and ideas, I always suggest anyone doing any type of work to consult professional help,
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[@jpmoench21]

Just keep it simple, "not gonna make a big deal out of it". I think people (including me) could use this advise in other areas of their life.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks. Mike

[@darylmartin6989]

My whole life

[@driverkpk]

Amen:)

[@TsekPoint]

Mike, i was searching for some foundation sealing on youtube and then i found Bob Ross of masonry. Cheers from Greece!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Fanis, nice to hear from Greece. Mike

[@chaloperes423]

@@MikeHaduck hi mike i want to repoint my stone wall, i live in Massachusetts my question is what kind of mix should i use to repoint my wall? Thanks have good night!!!!

[@c50ge]

@@chaloperes423 Search repointing mike haddock. Lots of Videos. Whenever I have a project I search and add Haduck to my search. Then I go to school with Mike. No big deal!

[@chaloperes423]

@@c50ge thanks brother

[@clintprice2123]

Somehow a few years ago I stumbled across this channel, I’ve learned much from it and always look forward to new videos. Mike has many talents besides masonry and is the kind of man you’d want to have a beer or a meal with and shoot the breeze. We should all be as laid back and easy going. Thumbs up Mike.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Clint, I appreciate it, mike

[@thomasrohde8221]

Greetings from Denmark. Mike's "not gonna make a big deal out of it" is so insirational. I wish I had found this channel 10 years ago. Could have spared me from a lot of big deals. Thank you, Mike

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Thomas, nice to hear from Denmark, Mikey

[@davidparker9676]

Uf da!

[@cdbflynow]

Thanks for the video Mike. Ah yes, anthracite coal ashes. Growing up "in the valley" I carried thousands of buckets outside from both the kitchen stove and the furnace. I put that stuff everywhere: filled in holes, coated anywhere that had ice - what a residual mess, mixed with mud to make play concrete, used it to keep down the weeds, till it into the garden soil (no idea if that was a good move), made giant piles of it and sometimes "fixed" potholes on my street. Later on I think the town wold pick it up from trash cans left near the street. Paul

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Paul, yep the good ole days, lol, mike

[@justinfoley4954]

Feel like I cant watch enough of these videos, during a lunch break. Awesome, as usual.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks justin, mike

[@RubinsRacing350]

Wow!! You didn’t even make a big deal about it!! These are great videos for an amateur to gain confidence and do there own work. 5 years back I had a customer ask if I did basement windows, watched your basement window vid, no big deal, I kept it all masonry, thanks Mike

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks john, mike

[@jpinesavege]

I had a deck with a crumbling foundation just like this. I thought I was going to have to tear it down until I watched this video. I kept it simple, followed all the steps without modification. Great results. Thanks Mike!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, Mike

[@oakster7275]

Really appreciate your knowledge Mike and " not gonna make a big deal out of it" attitude..lol. I WOULD OF BEEN FREAKING OUT Mike! It's the foundation. In any case your years of experience are irreplaceable and it shows. Thanks Mike I've learned so much from watching your vids.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Oakster, I appreciate it, Mike

[@remodelassets6523]

Mike you are a real tradesman. Nobody wants to work anymore. Love all your videos! Simple approach and practical knowledge which is not taught in our schools today ⛏️ 💯👍 No big deal! Thanks Mike for your knowledge

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, I appreciate it, Mike

[@caseyquon4574]

I learned two things today: how to patch foundation How to not make a big deal out of it. Thanks for the informative video as always, Mike.👍

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Casey, Mike

[@closertothetruth9209]

i got hooked on your channel watching chimney repairs because we cook, heat, heat water using wood and its still interesting , your holidays to asia were good too.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, mike

[@susanertelt4751]

Thank you Mike Haduck we are most appreciative of all of your stone mason presentations. They are all very informative. Thank you again for sharing. God bless S&S :)

[@thomasmorrison3279]

We are not gonna make a big deal out of it as the wall comes crumbling down. If I was the owner, I would not sleep at night. But, then Mike comes to the rescue and fixes it.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Thomas, mike

[@theloneviking9145]

Mike puts peoples minds at ease with his easy-going attitude.

[@HotRodCVO]

My mind would not be at ease after this "repair"

[@bitcoin....2411]

People this Man has been doing this alot long er than most people been alive ! I fully Trust him......😊 🎉🎉

[@liza3337]

I'm using this method to fill my crumbling stoop. The top and steps are in good shape. Better than paying $3200 or 5200, which is what I was quoted.

[@deanjones7220]

Great job as always Mike. Just what I needed today!. Thanks.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Dean, mike

[@paulsautocm]

Thanks for starting my day off with a good lesson. Love the banjo.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks paul, mike

[@bulldog1961]

These videos are always a big help.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks bulldog, mike

[@ctube221]

Several years ago, I was looking at this old farm house for sale in central Michigan, built in 1910 with a field stone foundation. The home kept well over the years, like most things built in that era, however; I wondered how much work it'd be to maintain the foundation. After a simple google search and a series of clicks, I landed on one of Mike's videos. The home sold before I could move on it; but I've learned some things non the less. Mike is the Bob Ross of masonry.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks for the kind words, Mike

[@jakeschmidt2647]

Really love your videos Mike. I’m an apprentice mason a few years out of high school and just discovered your Chanel a few weeks ago. I really like your whole approach to different jobs and I find myself using things I’ve seen on your Chanel every day. Thanks for the versatile content. Jake

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Jake, I am glad if it helps. Mike

[@theloneviking9145]

Jake, congratulations on picking a good honest profession. The only thing I can advise is be like Mike and tell your customers that it’s “no big deal“ and that you’ll fix it. Too many people who do stuff like this nowadays like to panic the homeowners into getting work done. Put their minds at ease like Mike does and you’ll be a rich man.

[@TP-xi7ri]

Another great video, Mike. I love your attitude, "Don't make a big deal about it, it's only cement." TP

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks TP, mike

[@deechiodo6738]

Youre amazing, Mike! Just the problem I have and now I have the knowledge to tackle it once the weather warms up! Thanks kindly for another lesson!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks DEE, Mike

[@stormbytes]

Love your videos Mike! Very informative and inspiring. Have started developing a fondness for masonry since watching you show how simple and straight forward the work is.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Daniel, Mike

[@alvelez7913]

Thank you for making it easy. Taking the fear out of the fix. No big deal

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Al, Mike

[@jane29228]

Perfectly accessed and addressed. Old school popcorn finish covered the sins. Great technique. Great vid Mike!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Jane, mike

[@chrishayes6057]

Love your videos Mike! I worked my way through college as a mason tender in the summers. Hard work, but loved the trade. The masons were the best guys on the job site!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Chris, mike

[@LarryDoolittle]

Wonderful job, Mike.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Larry, mike

[@rafaelmarin1963]

I love your work and your philosophy of “no big deal”. Make things simple, simple things work for a long time.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Rafael, Mike

[@floflo4089]

Good job Mike. Keep them coming!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Flo, mike

[@mrfranciscojuarez187]

This job looked really intimidating, and you made it look like a simple fix. Thanks for the tutorial.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Francisco, mike

[@theloneviking9145]

@@MikeHaduck Mike you put your customers at ease! We need more people like you telling their customers that “ it’s no big deal”, and that you’ll fix it for them.

[@billsweet334]

Mike, Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge! I've personally saved thousands by watching your videos over the past couple of years and repairing things myself. I've grown a pretty good love of masonry too!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Bill, I appreciate hearing that, Mike

[@HarleyDavidsonWizard]

You have amazing aim slinging that cement with that trowel! I really apreachate you sharing your years of gained knowledge and experience and "no big deal attitude". You're a real pro! I enjoy how you go into the history or the "old ways" with castles and barns and lime and the explanation. Thanks alot!!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Brad, I appreciate it, Mike

[@barbarab2945]

Fix whatcha gotta fix! Love it. ♥️. You’re the Man Mike. Great tutorial. Thanks!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Barbara, Mike

[@jeffpatterson893]

Mike, Thank you, thank you thank you. I had a problem with my concrete block, not nearly as bad as this. I was REALLY worried when I found it. Now... I'm not going to make a big deal of it. I'm just going to go fix what needs to be fixed. You've shown me exactly what I need to know to do it.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Jeff, Mike

[@tomelzear]

Love your videos, Mike.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks tom, mike

[@margerykirner5604]

I enjoyed this video very much and I finally had great success with my foundation project . It looks great! Thank you Mike for great videos the ordinary person can understand.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Margery, that's great, Mike

[@firealva41]

Thanks Mike I’m a do it yourself er and I learn a lot from your videos.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, I appreciate it, mike

[@MrRichardbryan]

Your videos do help. Thanks for taking the time to make them. Packer in there.

[@MikeHaduck]

TV thanks Richard, mike

[@Chris-sl8fe]

Great video as usual! You have the best diy masonry instruction on the internet....not to make a big deal out of it.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Chris, mike

[@BillLowenburg]

I'm sure the homeowner appreciated your simple repair and saving him a lot of money. Some contractors would have to bring in a machine and excavate and create a big deal when there wasn't one. I totally agree that the garage floor looked sound. I've seen them crack and drop down where you wouldn't want to set your bowling ball down or it'd end up rolling down the street. Keep up the good work, Mike. We're all learning a lot!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Bill, I appreciate that, mike

[@speedracer2336]

I really like this one Mike!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks James, mike

[@T.E.P.]

glad to catch this vid! thanks for keeping them going. Actually wearing the dark blue tshirt today tooo. Bought one for a buddy that likes this channel too

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Thor, I am honored, I appreciate it, mike

[@gtrdrejugfde288]

Your really helping a lot of people thank you 🙏

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, Mike

[@wayneisanamerican]

Thanks for another common sense video, I have used your training to repair several things and all have worked well. My dad's ole garage has a couple similar problems and I will use this, it was built 71-5 = 66 years ago because as a boy of 5, I "helped" the block layers mix mortar.....keep it real...

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Wayne, mike

[@johnfilce9236]

Your videos have given me many tips as well as the confidence to just try things. I have to replace a 12 inch wide cut from a six foot wide walkway but feel like I can get it done.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks John, I am sure you can, thanks Mike

[@Piterworkshop]

A very useful video. Thanks for sharing.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Piter, mike

[@davidschinsing8789]

I can tackle my own foundation repair. I'm sure I'll succeed. It's no big deal. Thanks Mike!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks David, I am sure you will do well, Mike

[@jimcramer9656]

These are some of your best videos

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks again Jim, Mike

[@paulsimkins3895]

Really great job mike always learn something

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Paul, mike

[@mikemccann6556]

I think that looks pretty good Mike. I've got a small front porch with crumbling cinder blocks I need to do this with this summer.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Mike, mike

[@toddsullivan6962]

The best. Thanks Mike.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Todd, Mike

[@ronr8820]

Hi Mike ...Ron Star here...just wanted to thank you for being a inspiration to me...I started my new small concrete patch repair business....just did about 10 jobs this month all thanks to you...mostly foundations cracks loose bricks, steps...etc... ...here in Staten island there is a ton of work......Sometimes I watch your videos for hours at a time...Thanks again Mike....

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Ron, those small patch jobs are the best, very little material, no permits, etc, I wish you well, Mike

[@MrBmxbrawler]

Excellent job!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Adam, Mike

[@miketaylor5520]

Thanks, Mike. Greetings from Utah. My brother in Florida is working on something similar on our cousin's crib (I'm 66, still trying to be kool 😂). He ran across your vid and forwarded it to me. You're classic, brother. "Not going to worry about it. No big deal." Love it. Thank you for sharing. This repair will be peace of mind for our cuz. She deserves it.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Mike, Mike

[@aleli5105]

I am a 54 years old lady from the UK. And I am learning a lot with your videos. I am trying to patch up the shed concrete base in my garden. I came across with your amazing expertise in masonry. You explain everything in a natural way, and make it look so easy. But is not!!😂😂 Many thanks to share your experience with the world. 🙏

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Aleli, Mike

[@happyherbsprague9830]

Such a helpful video. Thanks.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, Mike

[@johnnyfeathers2567]

Looks Good Mike!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks johnny, mike

[@darrenautry3552]

Absolutely great videos.. Thank you from Arkansas..😊

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Darren, Mike

[@bigpaddy8363]

Love it ,”No Big Deal “

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Paddy, Mike

[@hatzlmike1]

This is incredible.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Mike, Mike

[@mattevans3637]

Really good video again Mike

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Matt, Mike

[@viking1372]

We all learned more in 18:56 seconds on how to do a job the correct way. Mike you are a great teacher.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Viking, mike

[@michaelt9144]

Thanks Mike. I've never done any masonary work, and may never do any. Still love your vids and watch them regularly. All the best.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Michael, Mike

[@Eman85515]

Thank you Mike 🌷🌷🌷

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Eman, mike

[@ryantaube6546]

Mike ..... I used your saying working on my porch when things were not going right. I said out loud we're not going to make a big deal about it just threw more cement in the hole add some rock and walked away. Turned out great

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Ryan, very true, thanks Mike

[@tomnapper101]

not many trades man left like Mike any more 👍 now he definitely old school 🍺👍

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks again, Mike

[@ask43242flight]

Very nice video. Thank you!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, Mike

[@banjomanToddTaylor]

Good work Mike great video.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Todd, mike

[@UltratecJS]

I love the attitude of not making a big deal of things. I recently purchased a home and discovered the foundation needs some patching like here but way less severe than shown here. I was kind of freaking out but I will be taking a step back, breathing, not making a big deal out of it and fixing it.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks ultra,, I am sure you will do fine, Mike

[@aus71383]

I know I've heard the witches broom joke from you before, but I don't remember it! Great content as always, thank you Mike! You are a good man.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks aus, Mike

[@AJ31CO]

This is awesome. You're right, the castles have been around a long time. It's as if they knew what they were doing. Thanks.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks again, Mike

[@lizzapaolia959]

Looks great 😀

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Lia, mike

[@lizzapaolia959]

No problem. My husband is a big fan of your channel. Happy Easter too you and God bless

[@Dutchrepairman]

Nice result Mike. Greetings from the Netherlands

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Ram, nice to hear from tha Netherlands, mike

[@paramtrx9558]

Hi Mike, I am enjoying your videos. Some Geese flew over today and the long side did in fact have one extra Goose.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, lol, mike

[@jamesleroy7752]

Tailgating with Mike Haduck! Thanks Mike

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks James, mike

[@billiamc1969]

Greetings from Baltimore...we see these exact kinds of failing foundations and massive salt damage to concrete..THANKS MIKE

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Bee, mike

[@daytripper7170]

Nice to see your video mike, havent seen one in some time. I hope your well. Godbless mike. Regards rocco in uk

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks rocco, God bless, also, mike

[@dhanjivelani1268]

Thnak you. That was very yseful.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Mike, Mike

[@777cygnus]

😎👍always a great job 🍺

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks T, Mike

[@joshsmithers7337]

When he goes to fix the leaning tower of pisa he's "not gonna make a big deal out of it."

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Josh, Mike

[@juligrlee556]

big smile on tht

[@Ramiro63]

Master Mike !

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Ramiro, I am just passing along what the old timers taught me, thanks again, mike

[@minnesotasalamander5913]

Good video.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Minnesota, Mike

[@tedmcdonald3377]

Thanks Mike

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Ted, mike

[@old_house_1906]

Mike, i love your channel and your tips, you made me do more around the house and even help some friends with their cracks, holes and patches.. ..but you COULD make a little bigger deal of cleaning the workspace after the job ;)

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, mike

[@chrisortiz8072]

I like that we didnt make a big deal out of it but I also feel mike is giving me confidence I shouldn't have

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Chris, Mike

[@marywhitehair5675]

I just kept saying "no big deal" and fixed my foundation. Where I lacked confidence saying "no big deal" gave me the confidence I needed.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Mary, I knew you could do it, mike

[@marywhitehair5675]

This is almost as fun to watch as it is to do yourself.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Mary, that's a good thing, Mike

[@Borgenscalle]

Mike Mason Magician

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Carl, Mike

[@aleen241]

Luv his video

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks again, Mike

[@michaelstutts7453]

Very informative! A lost art perhaps. Old school vs new school. I have always wondered about the different mixes used and when to use them. It made me think back to my childhood, being born in Germany to american parents (my father was stationed there), we lived in Ulm, Germany at one time and there is a Lutheran church named the Ulm Minster, the tallest church in the world. Construction was started in 1377 and is primarily of stone masonry, mainly sandstone, but bricks were used during completion of the structure in the 17-1800's. It stands 530 feet tall. I can remember climbing to the top when I was six or seven years old. You probably would enjoy studying the building itself since it is apparently 100 percent stone, and is still in remarkable condition. One more comment: how have you managed to last so long in such a physically demanding occupation! Remarkable in itself.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Michael, actually I don't do any heavy work anymore, mostly show up on other people's work, sounds like a interesting church, thanks Mike

[@tomdale1313]

get it wet so it will stick, good stuff...txs for sharing

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Tom, mike

[@davidestate]

Hey Mike, just want to tell you that you have inspired me to do some small jobs around my own house. On another note, I would like to know what you do with all the wasted mix that falls on the ground? Thanks again for sharing your idea and workmanship.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks David, I bury it if it is not too much or take it to a clean fill site, thanks mike

[@toddsullivan6962]

Thanks Mike. Lesson learned. haha

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Todd, Mike

[@gnomebmw]

Very informative. I get confused with terms like "scratch coat", does that mean second-to-last coat? Do you have comments on the liquid cement bonding additive? It was suggested to me when dealing with patching those old loose fill areas by mixing with the cement or spraying beforehand

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi, In my series on foundation repair I show when I use I and not, I still use a lot of old school techniques. Bonding agents are relatively new, thanks mike

[@r.j.lee.3028]

Hi Mike, Thanks for the great advise you give. I have found it to be very helpful in planning out projects. Any tips on how to repair stone columns on a porch that are starting to lean. I am starting to have that problem and want to address it.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Robert, everything depends, sometimes wedges, Mike

[@r.j.lee.3028]

@@MikeHaduck Hi Mike , Thanks for getting back to me. I think this problem is beyond wedges. . The house was built in the 1940's and I believe who ever built the porch used what ever stones were around the property which were not very large and I don't believe there is any support in the middle like a rod or pole. Some of the stones are loose and the mortar between the stones is cracking. I would hate to have to remove the stone columns and replace them with wood. I would be happy to send pics if you want to see them. Thanks again for your help.

[@1starshot]

There's documentaries on youtube of castles being repaired/refurbished and when they take the oak panelling off on the grand rooms that's what you find, any old rubble or leftover site bricks & boulders packed in and cemented to make the interior walls. They've been standing for hundreds of years as Mike says.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks, very true, Mike

[@BlackMan614]

Another great video Mike. You need to put the shovel in the hands of the guy behind the camera. hehe

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks. Mike

[@1sttigertiger426]

Mike "The Patch" Haduck can patch anything, because it ain't no big deal!!!

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Tiger, mike

[@doloresm7396]

I guess I'm late to this party. Happy New Year! Hope you're well. I must be the Portland girl then. All along I thought I made up the popcorn finish on my outside steps. Guess not, huh? I didn't know what to call it I just wanted to hide the waviness on the side of my steps. I feel so much better when I look at this house thinking it should be knocked down and you come along and say, "It's no big deal". Phew! I'm engrossed in none other but lead abatement in this house. The place is killing me. I got a surprise while cleaning up a sanding job on the kitchen cabinets. Yes, I was masked. Paint looked weird, like I've never seen this kind of paint before. Another of many surprises. I lost a retaining wall about two weeks ago. I threw it back together and I'll wait for spring. Too cold. State Farm was playing around, the landscaper was playing around, by the time they were done playing around I had it back together. I have no patience for people trying to save or make a buck off of me. I'll do it myself. Anyway, this was a great video. I hope you and yours are doing well. I thought I'd check in and see some videos. Take care. Hope you're someplace warm enjoying some great weather. It's cold in these parts now.

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Dolores, good to hear from you , yep I do everything myself that is possible, I looked at a old 1867 building I am going to get them started on pointing up in the spring, hope your fine, happy new year, Mike

[@doloresm7396]

@@MikeHaduck Sounds like a great job. Can't say I'm not a tad envious of many of your projects. Take care, again thanks for everything. Finding your channel years ago was like a gold mine.

[@MikeHaduck]

Thanks Dolores, Mike

[@scottrick90210]

good job mike what is the popcorn finish made od sand and portland also ty

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Scott, depends on the job but I used the same mix right thru, thanks mike

[@spartakmayakovski4797]

Hey Mike would like to see you do more brick 🧱 work , building a chimney or. Small house

[@MikeHaduck]

Hi Spart,, there is not much call for that anymore, thanks mike