HURT SO BAD! (Cutting & Tying 300 Feet of Rebar)

[@ronaldwarren5220]

This makes me appreciate my parents more. Right after WWII my Dad came home and he and Mom set out to build a bungalow. Dad's parents gave them land for a small residential lot. Lumber was scarce so they used as much salvaged packing crate wood as tthey could. My Grandfather worked at Kelvinator in Grand Rapids, MI and got the wood quite cheap. My parents bought a Sears table saw and a cement mixer. They dug their own well pit, poured their own slab and did their own plumbing and electrical. We lived in that house for 20+ years. I can now (sort of) visualize how much work they had to do. Thanks so much for your videos. I have seen a few snide comments about your new truck. I for one am happy for you - you deserve it.

[@charlieb.4273]

You guys are the hardest working couple I've probably ever heard about. You deserve what ever happiness your new house will bring you. You are earning it.

[@probeteam9936]

You guys are killing this project. I can never again complain about a project... great job ... God Bless you both...

[@kellierebkowec5483]

you guys must be so excited now. I have had 2 houses built and each step was one step closer to getting in. Congratulations you guys.

[@tgcoder]

I built my third house from the ground up with my partner in 1983, just like you guys, on the side of a hill in Tucson. I was so happy when I finally got out of the dirt.

[@djs0524]

I think that two have the best DIY channel. I watch many and you are the best because 1> you explain what and why you do things, 2> encourage others, 3> post quality creative videos VERY often, 4> work hard while remain committed to each other. Keep it up.

[@1.Talent_Show]

I am 36, I have been a youtube user since it started, but you are the first people i have ever subscribed too. I understand that you argue behind the scenes, and i understand that you may have more money than you let on, however i love the interaction, and i really love how much work you put in to this. I love that some people with money are willing to put in work to make something they love. Please keep doing what you are doing, and as a couple please keep forgiving each other for mistakes you may have made so long as you keep going. I love you both.

[@michealantisdel5912]

I'm glad to see you guys finally working on the house. I'll be watching the whole build on you tube. So don't miss a day.

[@terriwallace9921]

So excited for u guys, love you videos, like how good u are to each other, feel the love, it will be so nice to see your home when it is all done, keep posting, take care!

[@SeecondToNone1]

Another great video keep up the hard work. Side note- when I was young I once worked as a labor on concrete job. My only job was to walk around with a paint roller, brush, pump sprayer and 5-gallon jug of oil and lubricate everything. The forms the rebar and wire mesh was already in place but I had a coat it all. When the job was done I had to throw my clothes away the oil never came out. Ended up being a railroad station.

[@LMiller658]

OMG, you two are such good workers, I hope and pray you never burn out. So proud of you two.

[@2e0txe]

Really excited now to see each episode, you both are working so hard on this build, its fantastic to see.

[@jessamygoddard4112]

You are doing a fantastic job! I am learning as I watch you. Also I am full of admiration for the hard slog and long hours. Take time to rest up. Xx

[@ronhart4166]

A couple that works well together . STAYS together !! Great job :)

[@mfeldheim]

You're probably done by now but for tying up I can really recommend a wire twister and precut wire with lugs. Makes tying so much less a pain in the ass

[@bambino100011]

Nice work Jesse and Alyssa. Keep up the great work.

[@richardtww]

So very well done to both of you and particularly to Melissa for getting us this day by day video,diary that takes some doing it is very much appreciated

[@annettesmith6241]

Wow you guys are such hard workers. But, it's getting closer to the fun stuff, well done.

[@patrickjfaughnanjr895]

You two good people are doing a great job, just think when you are sitting down to dinner in your house what memories you will have. Great job keep going

[@Woodyjims-shack]

You should be very proud of your achievements folks. You are doing things the hard way by doing it yourselves and doing it well.

[@bailliekovardesigndecor779]

You two are an Inspiration. So looking forward to seeing your HOME take shape. Strength and Courage!

[@AdmiralPreparedness]

If you had not done the work, it would be done by a contractor. So you both saved a ton of money and banked the "sweat equity". Nothing like enjoying the fruits of your labor later when it is all done and a cold winters night falls on to your abode. Cheers Kids! Bang up job!!!!

[@rixanneh18]

Jesse and Alyssa you two are quickly becoming the hardest working people on KZbin. Crankin' out the house, crankin' out the videos. More caffeine and smoothies! :) great job woo concrete!

[@1centplus1cent]

You guys rock! You're superstars and don't let anyone tell you anything different. Reminds me of my husband and I doing things together that most couples wouldn't dare do, let alone survive doing. I'm sure your house will turn out awesome and when it's done, have a staycation looking at your view and sitting in the hot tub!

[@karpetech]

You guys work so hard. I exhausted just watching the video. Good job on your progress

[@danieldowning4583]

you guys are amazing. One of my fav channels. GOD Bless you both.

[@riadozee]

Great video , thanks for sharing your journey with all of us .

[@charlesjarmanii]

I love following your adventure thanks for taking us along. Your hard work is coming to fruition and somehow you manage to remember to get a camera out and record it! Amazing!

[@terryalexander5130]

I gotta say I'm impressed with the way you two work together, and I want to thank you for sharing this with us. I'll be starting my own DIY house build this winter, and although I'm no stranger to most of what you're doing, It's been a while and I've learned from your experiences. If I lived close enough to help, I'd happily trade some of my time for some additional practice. Take care of yourselves and good luck.

[@tenacityridgeh.s.1772]

Good job you two love your tenacity your focus and your desire.

[@ak2b]

you get my vote for the hardest working youtubers

[@MarkSeve]

You guys are doing wonderfully. Keep you heads, pace your selves. Chocolate, banana peanut butter smoothie!!! Recipe please. Thank you for letting me live vicariously through you. :)

[@AdamShaiken]

I think that the two of you together as a team are really making rapid progress. I know that I am not seeing things in "real time" and that it appears to sped up too me because it is...However, I still feel that from my perspective you have made remarkable progress. While it probably doesn't feel that way from your perspective I just want you both to know that from the far outside looking in that it is quite evident, indeed, what a tremendous amount of work toward your goal has already been accomplished. Thank you for also taking the time to document you progression so well. That is clearly additional work being conducted right along side the more important critical work.

[@offgridsweden]

Great progress guys. Everything is looking good. Really fun to follow the whole process of the house being built.

[@Approx_99]

I cannot WAIT for you guys to pour concrete! Its gonna look so cool to have your foundation started!

[@GODSOFTHEGUITARS]

Excellent choice in music Y'all this is the kind y'all should play from now on.

[@alvindueck8227]

we shoulda had you two on our team when I was concreting a few years ago. you got more done in a day than the three other guys did in two days. great work

[@captbrody5036]

You all are doing really well. You've gotten a lot done with just you two. The forms looks good, I think you should be pretty well on target for your pour. Just remember that no matter what you do there are always some kind of problem on pour day. Don't get discouraged, just keep on keeping on. Good luck guys. Get some rest.

[@yukonjack8103]

May God bless you two. Love the videos. Keep up the great work!

[@danielliedtke6756]

11:36 pm and a long day of waiting for the update is over. Thank you guys!

[@stevent7615]

Concrete peoples world like mine = Chaos couldnt have put it better lol

[@matthewweare1854]

I love this channel so much, just thought I'd let you two know you brighten my day each time you upload.

[@Kritik41]

I agree. Lots of armchair critics, who forget these guys are not professionals. They are just winging it … as most of would do.. It is pretty addictive to watch. :-)

[@donbeeler49]

You guys are doing great. Keep up the good work.

[@lesliewolff2365]

Y'all are so darn cute together. I love your videos and I love y'all. Y'all are making great progress.

[@bearlythere2560]

Hey guys, might be a bit late to mention this (without more digging) - I live entirely on tank water and It was suggested to me to me to install a water meter onto the line before it enters the house. I thought "waste of money and time." But for some reason did it anyway... best idea anyone has ever given me. Now I can accurately calculate daily, weekly or specific item water consumption. So I know I can run the house for 23 weeks without any rain. I know when the family is up for Christmas that we'll use an extra 1500 to 2000 litres a day that they are here. It really is a great tool to have in the line. I find it really useful anyway! Thought I'd let you know.

[@PilotPlater]

awesome, great to see the footings finally going in. Sounds like you're doing everything right from what I know about concrete!

[@edwardprokes7677]

you two are doing a good job forming up your house. ! always try to take your time less mistakes. and always try to learn from your mistakes. next time will be easyer!!!

[@brianfia]

I think it is nice when Jesse compliments his wife. He seems to make a point of pointing out where she did a good job.

[@Comicsluvr]

I understand the excitement (despite that fact that you're WAY tired) of being close to the end of this phase of the project. You've been there two years and here you are, close to pouring. After that comes construction. It'll all seem worth it in the end.

[@skooterfd]

For those of you who are wondering. I live in North Dakota & we do it here quite a bit, gotta keep it above the 100-year floodplain & some go above the 500-year floodplain. We always bring in fill & back-fill the foundation & walls after they have been waterproofed! A lot of the time we even add rigid foam insulation to the footings & walls on the concrete, out side of build for added protection after it has been waterproofed!

[@calmperson101]

This is absolutely outstanding!!! Great work Everybooty!!!

[@taccreed9709]

03.25 AM here and i love this channel and its all likes for me

[@elliottmanning]

Glad that you were able to borrow a rebar cutter/bender for this job!!! Should be really strong footings in three weeks!!!

[@dannywhite8517]

you guys are doing great I have done construction work for many years when I was a young man , it will kick your ass but you have to see it through , when it's finished there is no better feeling than being able to stand back and look and be able to say , I did this, or rather WE did this.

[@oscaropont]

Your videos make me happy and hopeful.

[@triplebbb2862]

I'm pretty excited to see your guys property coming together. 👍🏼

[@gerrygriffin8925]

The funny thing with footings is you do a huge amount of work, getting it straight clean and level, then bury it never to be seen again! Gerry

[@Matttchew5]

Wishing you (and myself) cooler weather. Dear Sun, calm down.

[@MattHolstein]

I know you guys are busy pluggin away right now, but you guys are doing freakin awesome. The foundation of any building is BY FAR the most difficult part of the construction process. It's the most painful and dirty process and once it's all done and you're looking at that finished slab you guys are going to feel amazing. The rest of the process becomes more fun and exciting. Keep on rockin' it guys!

[@AndrewSchuster]

Love the channel! And props for using Jack Johnson covers in video!

[@msteff55]

Keep up the good work! Also, think about spraying a form release on the inside of your forms so they strip easier. Diesel fuel works great. But try not to get it on the rebar.

[@gerrygriffin8925]

Hey guys, it is not good to use wire for the rebar running to the outside form work. Saddles are used, because they don't allow water to get to your steel. What you have done can cause concrete cancer! That's were the wire then the steel rusts and expands cracking and breaking the concrete foundations! I hope you read this and change to saddles because I have been enjoying your success and developing block. Cheers Gerry ps you will find the concrete pour easy as, with a pump to easy, 2 hours tops!

[@buildexplore3278]

Nice new Ford!

[@jasons4882]

Best music matchup of 2017, great work.

[@orgcoast]

I truly do not understand the negative comments. These kids are fantastic with a work ethic all of us should strive to emulate.

[@petecooper4412]

Hi you two, your energy and drive are boundless. At 75, some of that stuff has come through the net and recharged my battery, all the way to the Isle of Wight. Ta lots. Pete

[@abonante]

In case no one has said it lately, thank you for putting your journey online for us. I'm sure things would go more smoothly if you didn't video everything, but we appreciate you sharing. Good luck with the house! #bugaboo4president

[@Sailor376also]

Last summer I went on a canoe trip. Three months,, and pertinent to this video, triple digits almost every day. Several things worked. Powdered Gator-Aide, and Tang,,, a little blast of sugar, some electrolytes,,, of five or six liters prepared each morning, 2 or 3 would be the powdered drinks. I do recommende that little blast of sugar and some electrolytes, every second drink or every third drink. Second, after a solid month of paddling a canoe I found my energy rapidly sagging. Almost for sure because of lots of sweat,, trace minerals were continuously being drained. I found some Seniors, Woman's Centrum,, with lots of minerals,,,, heck the whole side panel was one long list. It worked. What ever I lacked,, it was one of those minerals. Third,, same kind of floppy wide brimmed fisherman's hat you use. I would dip in the river every 15 minutes to an hour, and flop,, all schloopy on to my head,, and trickling down my back. Those three things worked extremely well. BTW I am much older than you,, so you may not require,,, but one or two aspirin at the end of a tough day,,,makes sleep easier, better,, I awake with fewer aches and pains, better circulation. I am not a proponent of Ibuprofen or acetaminophen, thye work well for apin when it arrives. I find that aspirin is good before the fact. I think it has to do with its blood thinning character. Buuuuuttt,, doing re-bar wire ties,,, you may want all the clotting factor you can get. Use your linesmans for the twist,, end on. Great cutter and bender,, haven't seen one of those in a long while.

[@SheepyHollowCanada]

Good on you guys... stay focused....

[@johnbonner922]

Jesse and Allysa - Nice work! While I'm not a pro the work you have accomplished in the last two videos is impressive. Blessings!

[@ovadiadan]

Love this channel. Well done you two!

[@zaphodtrenchcoat]

another great day of work completed. Dont be forgetting the hot tub. well deserved.

[@fredparks3374]

I would recommend they use "rebar chairs" these would hold the rebar off the ground and support it off the ground during the concrete pour.

[@oldtimeengineer26]

Well I guess I just have to wait to see it here. I am not on Facebook only KZbin. Nice job well done

[@dougmatthew9987]

Your doing a great fob guys. can't wait for the pour.

[@sproteau]

you seem to have done a good job. Brings back memories of when I did My ICF house.

[@purespiritcloud]

Yall are awsome. Im happy for you guys.

[@thickbrianq]

Pure Living for Life: You guys are truly amazing!! Stay amazing and be able to laugh!

[@jeffery19677]

Jesse, you may not be old enough to remember, but there was a time when you could get shorts FROM THE FACTORY that actually were (Gasp!), cut above the knee! No restrictions there.. Now, you have to DIY them or pay someone to cut and re-hem them. You guys are DOING IT!! Congratulations!! We are with you in spirit. Keep it up!! Alyssa, I want a woman like you in a 1970 model.. :-)

[@metallitech]

Nooo, man-knees must not be seen.

[@MarthaMedicare]

If he can show his knees, then she can go full monty and show her ankles😉

[@jeffery19677]

Afraid you are gonna get excited? Shorts should be cut at mid-thigh. Period. Wearing kiddie-cut shorts makes men look ridiculous.

[@lewbates7765]

Don’t forget shovel work. You have to do something at the bottom of the forms to prevent the concrete from running out.

[@craigmooring2091]

What stamina! You folks are putting in a lot of long, hard days. Bravo and brava!

[@johnaustin4219]

The pros use pre-tied wire hoops, which is a short wire with a pre-tied loop on each end. To install bend it around the rb and twist with a tool, which is a bent hook in a handle, about the size of file handle. It is lose inside so it can rotate and twist the two loops together. Look for tools and accessories at the store.

[@brokenrecord3523]

I've said it before, but you guys are great, inspirational. Not the building and stuff The phiosophy. Thanks for defining balance.

[@JDHood]

You guys are doing just fine! And hat's off to you for all the labor -WOW! Suggestion - next time you post a vid, turn off commenting. You have more trolls than caring viewers - and the caring viewers won't mind.

[@unitedstatesdale]

No screws on the inside ! How will you strip the forns ??? Duplex nails 😆 Great job ! Put form oil on the wood before you pour ! Diagonal braces ! Mark out for your bolts ! Have the concrete company dispatch the pumper so you wont get charged standby time. ● Spray the ground under your foundation with pretreat termite spray. ● Grounding rod !

[@kerriegrant6293]

brilliant job, yes best to check, makes for a smooth job, your home will b lovely

[@8056443232]

At around 17 minutes you say you have experienced chaos on concrete pours. Yes!! My wife and I owned a chain of retail stores selling self-contained hot tubs. Sooo many of them needed a slab, and we learned not to schedule the delivery until the slab was poured, stripped and cured at least three days. "We will be ready on Monday..." right.

[@Junkyard_Dog]

Stripping forms will be fun with the screws on the inside.

[@SLFYSH]

I really enjoy following your progress guys.👍🏽👍🏽. But a strong tip here-with all the frugality of not getting a ten dollar part, you made tying the rebar much more involved. Get a reel to put the wire in on your left hip, and a pair of pliers in your right hand, and feed the wire with left hand, and you won't have to camp at each spot with the whole roll weaving it around. -That is why it was so slow, as described. It will be well worth it and 30X faster. Look up the term 'rod buster'. Done it, and think about it every time I need reminding to be thankful.

[@firebird130videos3]

Hi guys I have bin watching from the first episode and I have bin hooked. I love seeing everything you guys do. Keep up the great work. #timber frame

[@James-cs4zk]

You two are amazing, God bless 😁

[@B0G0MIP]

you guys are awesome working machines

[@thedesertangelhomestead9981]

Looking Great Jesse and Alyssa

[@Larry1942Will]

I've decided not to read any more of the arm chair experts comments. This couple is trying really hard to do a good job. They have gone to professionals for advice and are following it pretty well. The soil type they are dealing with would prevent the methods of trench and pour used in other areas. They are using far more reinforcing than is common in most areas of the country. They have located it vertically at the proper spacing. Spacing of the rebar to the forms is adequate, normal would be 1.5" for 47B aggregates. Good job, done better than many contractor would have.

[@billswingle2672]

I feel silly about this but I must admit. I like the cat a lot!

[@msim7087]

In Italy, after the excavation, we use to make a pour of lean concrete, so that we have a flat and leveled surface to make the actual foundations. This make it much easier to do what they are doing now. I'm very interested to see what will be the next steps in this build.

[@phillips.english1442]

This one was worker bee video, loved it !!!

[@Litzbitz]

PROGRESS IS A GOOD THING. YOU TWO NEED SOME FUN TIME.

[@cheerio3847]

Watching you guys, I had the thought that you really knew what you were doing when you tackled so many other tasks / jobs first. You two now work together like a well oiled machine. You know how to talk to each other, split up tasks, trust what the other is doing without constantly double checking -- you both just got on with it and good morale all the way. I am so excited to watch you take these steps and see the actual build take off! Well done guys - and not just for the work, but for showing 2 people working well together.

[@waterdove2836]

Make shore it is all ready, wait if you need to. make sure the mix is right in the high heat, have lots of help. Your doing a good job have done this many times it all ways takes time to get all the details done. more often than not the concrete co can make or break your pour in so many ways talk to them, and the drivers they can save your bacon. LOL The nice thing with having a pump truck they can help you with this. footers pours go well and fast you will need to take a few days to enjoy what you have done relax mind, body, ect and take your time the next week cleaning thing up. Have all tools, water, give trucks a place to clean out ect ready for the pour. cat prints and your marking will make this day a fun one.