Pouring the Concrete Driveway Ep.127

Dustin Ferch and his amazing crew tapped into their superpowers and the concrete driveway and walks are beautiful. More concrete here: • Pouring A Thick Concre...
Beautiful concrete is no accident...it takes attention to detail in the prep work as well as
on pour day.
At 15:25, Dustin's head is not on fire! He was working hard and it was a cold morning!
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[@2ddw]

The care and attention to detail that Dustin and his crew apply to the job is heartening to see. They are worthy of showcasing on Essential Craftsman because they *are* craftsmen...all of them.

[@darylullman7083]

Sure looks like Dustin and his crew have done this a couple times before. Looks great.

[@Matt123a]

The moments of silence strongly enhance the visuals and anticipation. Could have easily been filled with superfluous talk. Good choice.

[@JamesBrown-mt5ru]

"He had occasional flashes of silence, that made his conversation perfectly delightful." Sydney Smith, referring to Macaulay, English essayist (1771 - 1845)

[@Shab-z]

Came here to say exactly this

[@danwalters4865]

The concrete around this house and the way it was done would be unaffordable for 90% of home owners.....

[@johnsrabe]

8:04 Scott demonstrates his “where the hell did I put that thing? It was just here” face.

[@Zooooch1989]

We've all been there :)

[@yohanathandowns9057]

I caught that too

[@88888888homer]

Nice Job 15:25 Man this guy was on fire 😆

[@augustreil]

Lol, at least his head was ! That was a great shot wasn't it ?

[@ChrisKane-]

Fantastic shot! That should be the thumbnail!

[@mattoakes85]

What your comments about the Batch plant and the dispatcher makes me feel appreciated. I dispatch concrete here in Indiana and I rarely get praise. I don't claim to know everything, but in most cases I can prevent issue not create them. Asking questions and communication is key in this industry. Thank you for putting together can wonderful group of videos. That show the viewers the correct way to do a job. It's nice to watch someone who still has pride in what they do.

[@badlandskid]

dispatch can be the difference between a successful job and a mess. I always appreciated a dispatcher that did good work.

[@thelategreatnocoastsaint]

Well, I will try and add to the appreciation because the local concrete companies here are night and day to deal with, and it almost entirely comes down to the high quality of one's dispatchers over the "meh" attitude of the others'. So thank you for taking pride in your work.

[@matsherwood6277]

I'm a concrete finisher from Michigan. Our dispatcher takes good care of us and that is a big deal. Helps the day run smooth when you can get mud when you need it and on time. 👍

[@dangates2266]

Regarding the "crew experience" commentary, I agree with you. My measure has always been the end of day clean up. The crew is all tired, so the banter has subsided. It is almost silent, everyone knows what has to be done and just goes about the tasks and before you know it, everything is where it should be, ready for tomorrow. And if it is the right site, on a Friday afternoon, there might be a cold glass of beer for your efforts

[@prestonmiller9552]

One thing you learn in the contracting business is that you will never know everything there is to know. Every day almost without fail you can learn something you never knew before simply by watching and observing how professional people do their job. And this is what is accomplished simply by watching your great videos. I have learned an awful lot just by being here to watch. Thanks for putting in the time and effort to bring these videos to us. They are just great!

[@BrianBriCurInTheOC]

If you want to learn modern construction practices check out Matt Risinger’s “the build show network”. They use a practice called Building Science.

[@charlieboardman6873]

"Know your crew and be prepared"..and you and Dustin have that covered. I worked 40 years in commercial construction, 30 here in Eugene. I've enjoyed watching your videos, and especially appreciate, and agree with, your comments about the mechanical skills, craftsmanship, and artistic abilities, required of the various trades. I hope that Dustin has been able to find, train, and retain, a crew that he can his love of his trade on to. Cement finishers are one of the least appreciated trades, and it takes tremendous skill and perseverance to make a career of it.

[@Whipple1]

Hot damn! Those boys are good. I've poured hundreds, maybe thousands of yards of concrete on commercial and industrial jobs in my day with nothing but a redwood float and a long handled bull float. My, oh my, have the tools changed. Cheers! Whipple

[@l.rod2827]

Pouring concrete is an art form and it's very obvious that these guys have been doing it for some time. Like any trade, experience is always evident with the craftsmanship skills. Nice job, I never thought I would enjoy a banjo as much as I do in your videos.

[@jx14aby]

I had my driveway replaced last year and the job looked exactly like this. Even arriving before sunrise and prepping for the pour.

[@l.rod2827]

@@jx14aby Coming early (5:00 AM) is typical as to try and prep the site for the arrival of the concrete truck(s) which is usually schedule for as early as possible to try and beat any weather challenges for the day. Many concrete contractors (to include professional tradesman) do good to great work, especially when being recorded and posted. I've been watching Essential Craftsman for some time and I truly enjoy watching and listening to Scott speak about the craftsmanship of the so many trades involved with the construction of a home.

[@daviemaclean61]

Just insert some LEDs in those control joints and you'll never miss a perfect landing in the garage

[@Tekninentyo]

🤣🤣🤣

[@robertallenmcdowell]

That's a great idea. It shouldn't affect the joint and it would look very cool.

[@CaliGhost]

No, everything doesnt require more LED/RGB garbage, learn how to Park

[@Black2313]

@@CaliGhost the joke... you may have missed it.........

[@CaliGhost]

didn't miss it, just sick of the RGB everything trend

[@benjammin8240]

Mr. Scott, I am 35 years old, married to wonderful woman and have 3 daughters. My father was a superintendent for a drilling company growing up, and my background is oil & gas. I was a field engineer for Baker-Hughes for many years. When I decided I wanted to work closer to home, I took a job as a millwright for a local saw mill. I’ve only been doing that about 6 months now. I am enjoying it very much. My youngest has shown an interest lately in learning how to weld and I am just loving it. At night, I’ve been looking for quality, wholesome content for us to watch together and I stumbled across your channel. I just wanted you to know how much we appreciate your channel and content. It is absolutely wonderful. I lost my father in 2016, and in a lot of ways you remind me of him. You’re doing an awesome job and keep it up, brother!! JB Cochran - Natchez, MS

[@barakrl]

It might sound a bit strange but that concrete pour is just beautiful. These guys did amazing job.

[@mikeznel6048]

@@augustreil concrete is not art. It work..

[@JurrevanHerwijnen]

I guess, you get what you pay for.

[@j.p.holiday8899]

@@mikeznel6048 it's 1000% both.

[@willb3018]

Doesn't sound strange to me. these guys are really good.

[@701Gangstatainment]

not strange at all my friend. not strange at all.

[@horatiohornblower868]

Anyone who has ever poured concrete, even the smallest amount, knows how difficult that job is. Especially the back is heavily loaded. This crew is exceptionally skilled. I would blindly trust them with all my concrete work!

[@jimc8191]

They are really great guys too. They worked with my concrete contractor this summer when we poured the slab for our home.

[@peaceinator56]

Wow. Now that is a fantastic concrete job. Just what I wanted to watch at the job site this morning, waiting for my boss to show up. Really enjoy watching videos of construction work....before doing construction work.

[@jasonskywalker1028]

Man these guys aren’t even construction workers. They’re gosh darn Picassos of concrete! My father is a stone mason and he does a few concrete jobs here and there once in a while. I’m 22 and I’ve been working with him ever since I’ve graduated high school , and out of all the things a mason has to do concrete is one of the hardest jobs, in my opinion that is. And seeing how people like these guys handle it sure makes it enjoyable to watch and it always makes me appreciate their skill, talent and hard work they put into their jobs. Thank you for uploading these type of videos, they really inspire me to be a better worker

[@pietjeleijdekker7456]

I myself have been a contractor in the Netherlands for more than 40 years and I have never seen such a team. Your concrete crew is the best I've ever seen.

[@brendanmulhall]

15:25 what a cool shot of Dustin! Looks great guys. Keep up the good work!

[@badlandskid]

On fire!

[@frankfelix1056]

The concrete team should have a channel on UTube. I would love to see all the fantastic projects they do!

[@missamo80]

Odell's Complete Concrete is a KZbin channel that basically just posts pours like this all the time.

[@richardcarter3406]

Mike Day is another good contractor to watch

[@lopezr1413]

Check out Victory Outdoor Services, best concrete channel in my opinion. #Victorystyle

[@Paul_n_Texas]

Concrete With The Hauses is another excellent one. They just did a circle drive with circular control joints.

[@sweetkellymay]

@@lopezr1413 Eric can freehand curved control joints better than anyone.

[@M00NM0NEY]

A work of art. Great job all around. This series makes me appreciate all the different companies it takes to create a beautiful house. Absolute skilled craftsmen sharing their work. Love it!

[@mikeznel6048]

No. Its not art. It's work, skill, experience and talent. Its not art...

[@addisonsevigny6264]

Tried to do exposed before . There was wood chips in the mix . The plant offerd to pay to have it demolished. Or give it free . So it was free. The wood ended up having a purple color to it for some reason. You did an absolute professional job. Keep up the good work.

[@kendavis8046]

Shared this with my son, who is actually in the construction business, and was responsible for a WHOLE lot of concrete a few years back, the Houston Museum of Fine Arts. Very nice video!

[@bigfoot99]

As a retired general contractor, I agree with everyone that these concrete guys rank as some of the best. But I have to add that the camera work and editing are just as top notch. Kudos to those guys as well. They really have a top of the line skill set too, showing just the right amount of various stages of the work. Respect all around.

[@eigencap]

There is a saying: "It only takes an inch to go the extra mile" and goodness do these guys make that look easy! Fantastic attention to detail in all the right places. Thanks for sharing.

[@jerryfrugoli3339]

I’ve completed a few concrete jobs by no means am I an expert, but watching your videos, no matter the subject, I always learn something…. Time well spent !!! That’s rarely able to be said about watching KZbin or other video streaming services, you make it worth my time every time !!!! It’s a pleasure, and a real applicable watching your videos. Thanks for sharing your knowledge, understanding, and efforts to get it right, with me and all the others out in the construction world. You are a true gentleman….

[@OceanofMaya]

That guy wearing Wrangler Riggs work gear - no idea why it's not more popular. Some of the best work pants I've ever owned and the price is far better than some of the companies who seem to have lost their way selling 'work wear' to people who, simply, aren't in the trades.

[@ZeroCarbDaddy]

Those fellas are a different breed. Concrete work is hard work. A real pleasure to watch them do this job. It’s gotta be a relief to have all that concrete work completed. On to the next video! Further down the Essential Craftsman’s video rabbit hole. Lol

[@denaboersma6983]

Concrete is how I discovered your channel and wow what a gem I stumbled on two years ago. Keep it up!

[@neoc03]

This video really captured the artestry that is good concrete work. Concrete is cheap, a good concrete guy is priceless.

[@thepsychonaut8212]

my lord the concrete work alone for the house must have cost a small fortune

[@andylopez6786]

Taking care of the Tools that make this job possible shows how much you think about your job, even the Concrete guy takes care of his Truck.

[@BigDaddysGarage]

It doesn’t matter if it’s concrete, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, drywall etc. It’s just mesmerizing to watch a skilled tradesmen work! THANK YOU!

[@WestCoastCustomConcrete]

Man I love your videos! Your narration is really good. Shout out to your crew. I would love to pour with them 💯

[@LunarFurorGames]

The concrete videos are always my favorite. I'm a woodworker (small items mainly) and generally like the carpentry work, but these guys just always do masterful work that is as satisfying to watch as the end result looks. 12/10.

[@jackmiyamoto5270]

That pour was like watching a choreographed dance recital. What a pleasure to watch craftsman who have the skill and experience to pour concrete knowing that you only get one chance!!!

[@pamelah6431]

Nobody else for the steaming man at 15:26? 😄

[@copout7]

I was going to skip this video as I have seen 100's of concrete pours over the years. But man, Dustin is an artist! So glad I watched him and his crew do their thing!

[@daveb495]

Second to none quality workmanship. We really enjoyed the opportunity to visit the finished project a couple of months ago, and a real pleasure to watch how it all happened. Thank you, Scott, Nate and crew!

[@robertfallows1054]

As with this and so many other videos it makes us appreciate what a truly professional job requires. It takes pouring and finishing concrete up a level from a job to a highly technical production.

[@ferdiacahill7748]

Mate I've been on the tools for ten years and as most tradies know, every day is a school day. I've learned a great deal over this series having only found it recently. Great to see how things happen across the pond also. Very different to how the jobs go in Ireland for many reasons (time pressure included as we're a small place so land must be filled at a much higher pace to offset cost [again location specific] ) but nothing beats a crew who know what they're at. Love the series and looking forward to seeing the end result. Keep her lit (an Irish plough on and keep going in case it's lost in translation) and best wishes!

[@HaroldReece]

What a beautiful concrete job, it is a pleasure to watch professionals at work. Many times the outside concrete is done as an after thought. Thanks for sharing this with us.

[@jeffmay1332]

Concrete work is so expensive. But when you watch how hard these men work, and think about the risks that come with pouring concrete, it seems a real bargain. Of all the trades you’ve shown in this series, I have to say concrete work is the toughest labor of them all. Great job!

[@shaneryan5304]

15:25, Dustin looks mad, he’s fuming 😂

[@collinsmith9941]

There is nothing like watching true professionals in a perfectly planned project

[@markdoumert4840]

I have learned most of what I know about concrete from this channel, and especially this spec house series. From the storage facility videos, shop expansion, exposed entry, and the early spec house retaining wall and footing videos I have learned about mix designs, ordering trucks and pumps, forming, power trowels, how to manage big slabs etc. all the details that arent readily apparent to someone with just a basic knowledge of concrete finishing. In the time from those videos to now, I have grown my skills, tackling really small jobs and gradually increasing the level of work as my confidence grew, eventually adding an entirely new aspect to my business and now about 1/3 of my work is concrete related. That is in no small part thanks to you and the knowledge you share on this channel.

[@duanelundgren7985]

What a delight to watch folks doing what they do for a living do it so WELL! True of ALL occupations! (And right down to the video work!!) Thank You!!

[@elmerfudpucker3204]

Right on the money. A crew that has an abundance of playful banter, yet applies their trade in a seamless, professional way, where every member instinctively knows the flow of production without thought, consistently has the most top quality, best results of anyone. It really is a pleasure to witness, and a greater gift to be a part of.

[@skidogallard]

I've been looking forward to this video ever since the open house; the concrete detail is fantastic! I'm glad to have shaken Dustin's hand and to have met all of you.

[@markb.1259]

Thank you for this great video Scott!!!

[@deanhere]

I’ve poured and finished a couple concrete driveways and these guys make it look easy. But don’t be fooled, it’s brutal if you can’t work in sync with others and have patience while still working fast.

[@hectorguzman28]

"The mis the bossing, the les the experience" this phrase made my day.

[@lolnopeJones]

That exposed aggregate finish process is so cool

[@mtnman6942]

Awesome finishers. My dad, George Reece placed and finished concrete in the Port Angeles area for decades. He would be impressed with their job 😎👍

[@danbreyfogle8486]

This segment of the series is fantastic. What great work and artistry by the concrete crew. I have always thought molded in cut lines are more attractive than those sawn in. And that curved control line was great!

[@vitalikd]

You guys did an amazing Job. Thank u for teaching us young folks craftsmanship. Hope there will be a generation to learn. Thank you again.

[@bretgross3379]

Another installment of instructive, inspiring, humbling, motivating work. Many thanks to you craftsmen.

[@NiemanScott]

What impresses me the most about this build is the latitude you give your trades. You give them enough room to do it right, and a little extra so they can show off their skills. It's a beautiful house, and to those with a little knowledge about construction even more beautiful craftsmanship. You and everyone who worked on it put the craft in craftsmanship!

[@neilfox9435]

That is one heck of a gorgeous sidewalk. This channel is fantastic, thank you very much for your efforts here, i watch yall every day lately.

[@deej19142]

Lots of guys can do concrete, but only a handful can do it to this degree. Wow!

[@peteryeung111]

I enjoyed this episode thoroughly. I've been watching a lot concrete channels lately, and was fascinated. Essential Craftsman always bring it up a notch. These men are masters of their trade. Thank you.

[@artszabo1015]

Seriously, one of your best videos. Thank you. Art

[@gewoonmijnglasvullen]

this was amazing to watch, such a skilled crew! and man did I enjoy the series, almost sad to see it ending!

[@liveepically]

The whole series is great. but why are the concrete pours just *that* much more enjoyable to watch?

[@christoph72761]

Always a joy to watch REAL craftsmen practicing their trade. Thank you for making those videos!

[@drewt9829]

This was a master class in concrete placement and finishing. A combination of extreme skill and artistic ability, which is not possible to achieve without great effort. These guys make it look easy.

[@shemwayman1146]

EXCELLENT WORK, THANK YOU FOR THE VIDEO.

[@strangebeave]

I really enjoy this series! I started watching when I started my United Brotherhood of carpenters and joiners of America apprenticeship and now am a Journeyman Carpenter, and these videos are still coming. I’ve learned quite a bit. Keep up the good work.

[@TwiztidPain]

I have to say I learned soo mucch from your ccchannel that I never knew. I am a jack of all trades and a master of none, my main skill set is welding, but my god learning something new every day like this from your channel is very much appreciated .

[@theflaterfapologist99]

Every aspect of the concrete craftsman blows me away. Incredible work!

[@davemegaw5282]

Amazing footage and great commentary love your videos

[@marcob1729]

Further evidence that, no matter how ambitious my DIY dreams get, I'll leave larger concrete jobs to the pros. Incredible work

[@d11rdozer]

Amazing work on the control joints. Pride in craftsmanship is a wonderful thing.

[@Andrea-bw8xm]

This was a beautiful thing to watch! Impressive skill! These men are worth every penny and more! Let them know their incredible talent and back breaking labor created a work of art!! Thanks for sharing this.

[@BattlestarCanada]

Ryan @ Victory Concrete on KZbin has taught me a tonne and you just filled in the blanks. Thank you.

[@murraystewartj]

I have piddled about with concrete work when I've had to - footings, small foundations, piers and flatwork. Turned out fine, but then I was never so dense as to attempt exposed aggregate. This crew was amazing to watch. Some people look down on the trades, but watch these guys. A bunch of burly and (to me) young men molding stone. Physically demanding work, but they are putting the care into that finish that you'd expect if they were icing a wedding cake for the ultimate bridezilla. This is true artistry and professionalism in action. Loved the curved control joints, too. Scott, you are spot on when you said that the measure of a crew is in them not needing to instruct or correct each other. Dustin and his guys have perfected that rare thing - making a tough job look like a finely choreographed dance. Kudos to them.

[@manchia34]

What a privilege to watch experts at work. Thanks for the video.

[@MandoFettOG]

Dustin and his crew are top notch, beautiful work

[@SecondFoundation]

This one was incredible and so satisfying to watch.

[@Cliffepoos]

I love to watch skilled people working. The casual level of competence they have makes a tough job look easy 'specially when it's done with consumate skill. Thanks for sharing the videos.

[@bobt9948]

Beautiful! A well done cement entry done right is such a better investment than black top! Good choice! The result is beautiful and will remain so for a long, long time!

[@williambox6664]

Great Craftsman at work a pleasure to watch

[@trulyhappy8855]

I work for a bridge building company in eastern Kentucky. Obviously, we work a LOT in concrete and I just love watching these gentleman finish. Outstanding work. Love to see others take great pride in their craft.

[@nickk4010]

You all needed Victory Outdoor Services for that one :) one of my favorite KZbin Channels

[@robertblackman3451]

What a beautiful home you all have built. Keep up the good work.

[@gordonclark7632]

A pleasure to watch these professionals working their magic. What a result.

[@rickblackwell6435]

What a pleasure watching experts at work.

[@jacksajdowitz8609]

This is one of the best videos in the series! great work guys

[@eatmoremusic3650]

So satisfying, bittersweet that there’s no more ‘crete but I’m sure you guys weee glad to get that done! Can’t wait to see the landscaping

[@miquerto]

That was lovely to watch. Cool to watch people who really know what they are doing and do it well.

[@OpticNastyTuber]

Beautiful work!

[@davidmatke248]

Keep up the good work!

[@chriswild2458]

I love that quiet time when all the lads are doing their bit to get it perfect after the rush and anticipation of the pour ,great tradesmen no bull just skill and attention and patience

[@zacharybrosious2293]

20 years ago I spent a summer as a concrete laborer and can appreciate the hard work that goes into a quality job.

[@jeffbyrne4550]

Absolutley artists at work.....................so much fun watching your videos. Thank you!!!! I learn so much that I can pass on to my children and friend group. All the best

[@alasdairmunro1953]

What an excellent, excellent concrete job. And thank you for taking the time and trouble to film it for us, it really was a pleasure to watch. 👍🏻👍🏻😀

[@ReyArteb]

amazing craftsmanship... thats almost ART! .. its beautiful (the more i watch i realize it is art.. one of a kind!)

[@StrongEye]

An exceptional crew that has attention to details. Excellent work!

[@Rust-Trap-Ranch]

Great presentation. Great quality work and highlights the craftsmanship

[@sleepy_143]

I absolutely loved watching this! I've been on my fair share of concrete pours so I know, and can appreciate, the effort it demands!