Safety Sally LOVES us NOW - Building Stair Landing - Couple Builds Dream Home

We are building the stair landing to our apartment over the garage, in this episode of our Couple Builds Dream Home series.
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[@jessiedover6561]

your son is a great helper. You have a beautiful family Martin. love your videos keep smiling always a thumbs up

[@brucer81]

You have a Home Depot? How cool is that! They have it all. That must cause you much less grief when it comes to contemplating where to get needed materials. Keep up the good work. We see your construction supervisor is left handed.

[@vivianwilliams2216]

I'm loving ❤ the decking setup ! 😊👍💕💕💕

[@dcrahn]

It's called a Rim Joist and you should put joist hangers on that side too.

[@danielmaher9512]

Please please put some hangers on the outside also. I know I'm an entire winter late, but better late than never

[@selador11]

That bolt and bracket... Genius! Thank you. That was the only real concern I had. Personally, I would also add joist hangers on the rim joist. (Outer joist.) Those not only hold the joists vertically, but they add 'gription' to help keep the rim joist from separating from the ends of the floor joists. Those nails are good for vertical strength. (Shear.) But do noting to keep the rim joist from moving outward horizontally. And yes, it does happen.

[@scottsimpson4987]

You need joist hangers on the outside rim joist. Also at min. Corner brackets to mount rim joist to posts

[@essentialmaintenance7594]

I have watched all 94 of these videos and you guys have impressed me. I love watching these videos and how your family has all learned together and built together. looking forward to more.

[@ericbritchie]

Vibrating the concrete in tubes would have let air rise to top and make columns stronger and smoother.

[@craigs5212]

Nice job on the garage/rooms. Tip, before you place the decking add some metal Z flashing to cover the ledger board and extend up under the siding. You don't want water running behind the ledger board, it will rot the OSB and back of the ledger despite the house wrap, it just can't dry out. Another touch I saw the other day at my local lumber supplier was a self adhesive water proofing tape you place on top of the deck joists before adding the deck boards to keep the joists from rotting on the top edge. Cut strips of ice&water shield or window sealing tape would do the same.

[@123Goldhunter11]

Right on. I'm redoing a stairs that wasn't flashed properly. Lasted for 30 years but I've had to replace a lot of osb and sister in some studs. And, of course, replace some cedar siding. OMG have you seen the price of cedar siding?

[@tanyajenkins919]

I'm glad u have roof on your shed

[@andybeck2123]

Around deck boards are called "rim" , you are doing very good on your new deck job. The correct use of Simpson strong tie hardware is impressive, teaching your young helper a skill that will be with him forever! Awesome!

[@MrKenhaigh]

Nailing through not good enough, hangers both sides. Rim joist i think its called.

[@junebug7363]

I know absolutely nothing about building a house but I do enjoy watching your videos. You have an amazing family and you work so well together. May God bless your endeavors and stay safe. 👍🏻

[@junebug7363]

Thank you ❤️

[@freddien7]

The more Joist hangers and Bolts you use to secure landing the better,!! make it wide enough to get furniture up to top floor, doing a great job, Hope safety Sally approves, Thanks for the video from UK, 3.30 in de afternoon.

[@johnisley4578]

Great work again. I love the way that you simply tell the viewers when you're not too sure how to do things. The end result from the effort so far is extremely effective. It just shows you that you don't always need to be a mathematician. The truth is, I would most likely do it exactly the same way.

[@rashadfoux6927]

This is awesome. And it’s really great you can do this as a family. Was wondering how possible something like this might be with a bunch of kids, and this is very heartening. Thanks for sharing your progress!

[@edgasaway2207]

You’ll are doing a wonderful job and the Lord is really blessing you.

[@davidbeachy8398]

A 4" drop from inside floor to deck floor would really help to keep snow from getting inside when you open the door.

[@leabarto8156]

As a contractor I must say ya'll are doing a great job. That is exactly how I built the decks I've done.

[@thelostarchivesserialvault5353]

Good idea about using the support post for the railing. I would recommend using 48 inches fromthe deck surface to the rail cap. Don't forget to use 45 degree bracing. Check out April Wilkerson building her large stairs. Very much exactly what you are doing.

[@miltoncastineiras2619]

Now I understand Martin and that video you post and you and your family in Indonesia then you are a multiple language somebody who traveled the world and know what’s best for this country I support you yo se que hablas español sigue con tu misión por tus hijos y tu familia yo se que viviste en Argentina

[@squeekhobby4571]

Looking forward to see you guys standing on the porch and enjoying the view

[@kam2371]

You may want to put 2 more anchor bolts to secure the landing to the structure

[@RHauck]

It is recommended to use joist hangers on the outside rim joist as well. Not sure of your local building code for freestanding deck pillars, most codes require 6x6 posts. You can use braced 4x4 as long as they don't exceed 10 feet height as 4x4 deck posts are notorious for twisting and racking. Recommend using cross or diagonal bracing on the corner 4x4s. It's better to be safe than sorry.

[@MichaelNeal]

I agree with a landing halfway down if that isn’t already in the plans. One long stair run would take up a lot of space

[@frankbarajas]

Just a suggestion here, but a Ryobi Leaf Blower (as you have that system) works great getting fresh snow moved out of the way of your work area, off the cars, etc. I haven't had to shovel in years since I got mine. The only caveat is that you need to get out early before it ices over or someone tracks it down.

[@ronaldpietrowski7046]

I always used joist hangers on both ends of the joists.

[@louisl.8724]

Good work.

[@786otto]

Posts look good, would suggest bracing, long way up, and notching then to support the landing.

[@kennethharwood2083]

You are all doing a great job. A hello from the guy you saw at Walmart in the checkout line.

[@MartinJohnsonOffGridLiving]

Hey, sorry we didn’t get a chance to talk it was a crazy time. Next time let’s stop and chat a bit.

[@kennethmacleod111]

just use wet cement mix to get a smooth finish on the pillars, make sure you seal the pillars as well

[@SirAnthony25]

Proud of your effort to be safe . I can sleep better at night!

[@stanleykeith6969]

On the landing I would put joist hangers on that sides.

[@smoochmcguire5291]

Great video thanks

[@dunep6465]

Lookin' good Martin. At least run a 2x4 under the rim board joist to catch them. You probably have one laying around. Simple fix and doesn't cost you anything but time. I know it isn't code, but it will help.

[@annamaybeekman5152]

You guys are doing a great job

[@agungwibowo2319]

I wish you all the best Pak Martin. Still enjoying to watch your incredible works with your amazing family. Stay safe, Stay healthy, all I can do is just supporting by unskipping all the ads :D. Can’t wait to see your next update videos. Salam :)

[@sandravanlankvelt7975]

Concrete cylinders. Just a suggestion please put joist hangers on the opposite side from the ones on the ledger board. This will guarantee that one day down the road the joist's will stay in place on the house side and the outer edge. It will add extra stability too. I had a long talk with Safety Sally and we agreed it's not that much $$ to do this. LOLOL Wow looks really nice. Question when you move a couch or chair's/furniture in will the steps be wide enough and the door too to bring in furniture? God's blessings to you all. Everything is looking so good.

[@greensnapper1602]

Hello Mr Johnson & Family, Think we would of did the same to Both Sides Bolted it to the wall then you don't have the board running along the back wall.. just think it would one look better and two think it would be stronger.. BUT What you Will Need / Should Add to Roof is SNOW GUARD'S lol( not yelling just wanted it to stand out in comment.) will keep Snow from Falling in to Steps or Someone walking down or up at the time of it falling.. And was cool in video that you did showed different thing's by walking out giving chickens water etc. just them couple of things made the video, a little touch of living on making a homestead.. So we Thank you all for your Time.. And we will be here for the next 1

[@larryfustini8151]

I always understood that the ledger should have 2 or more of those big bolts. Additionally I would put a couple coming out the side of the house which is the same as another ledger.

[@daviddjerassi]

A great job very well thought out secure and strong love it Congratulations on your 251,000 subscribers.

[@armidaperez5360]

You amaze me in your shortcuts & how well they turn out 👍 Can't believe how fast this part of build went up and how well your you guys are doing it...

[@juliocruz5656]

Good job guys many blessings is coming out great

[@kam2371]

You guys are doing an amazing job. Also try out using a rake to mix concrete

[@jameslemon51]

Many great comments.

[@wilfloyd9575]

for safety sake down the road you should put in at les 2 lags threw you header into the garage for your landing as you did on the corner

[@bernardnesbitt2350]

Nice job

[@TheVineyardFarmhouse]

You probably should put Joyce hangers on the Rim joist as well. Those are called concrete pylons... you remind me a lot of myself. I do things a little outside the box, from the way other people do but it usually turns out just as good or better. You’re doing a great job and I enjoy watching you and your families, videos. P.S. Put some black seal tape on the tops of your Joyce. It will protect them from water damage.

[@HaroldReece]

Good Job, thanks for sharing.

[@GirdHerd]

You're doing an excellent job, Martin. You can coat the concrete posts with a pure cement & water mix.

[@ModernMountainLiving]

In my Armchair world of OSHA and building codes we have to have diagonal bracing on porches (posts) OVER 10'. The stain on the deck looks great and I use grating for drains to replace a deck board where the snow falls off the roof so it goes right thru. Plans we don't need no stinking plans.

[@MartinJohnsonOffGridLiving]

Thanks for the info!

[@jameshowell4836]

Not bad you can mix up some more cement n go around the compound to make them look better if you want too

[@Kingsleykrewvlogs]

Looks so great !! Bummer you didn't have Jules' Dad to help with the stairs like last time. My son and I LOVED seeing how the landscape changed after the snow overnight. He said "I want to live in a place like that. " ha ha

[@MartinJohnsonOffGridLiving]

Where are you guys at?

[@Kingsleykrewvlogs]

@@MartinJohnsonOffGridLiving Brisbane, Australia. We don't get ANY snow in our state... unless it's the furtherest southern point during a crazy cold snap. When that happens, we literally head there in droves just to see it. Otherwise we can go to the snow field in the next state which is a 2 day drive for us (or a flight and a couple hrs drive).

[@MartinJohnsonOffGridLiving]

@@Kingsleykrewvlogs we would love to visit Australia. Maybe someday.

[@Kingsleykrewvlogs]

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[@paulrobertson8686]

Put joist hangers on the rim joist Marty!

[@monicajensen859]

Need hangers on outside as well

[@tr3vorb438]

"Safety Sally..” hilarious!

[@glenhill8148]

On your concrete polls, if you put a vibrator on the side while they are wet they be smooth.

[@abbasalaidaroos7108]

I congratulate you, my friend, for this beautiful, wonderful and creative work. Greetings to you all ..👍👍👍👍👍🖐️🖐️🖐️🖐️🌹🇾🇪🇾🇪🇾🇪

[@sweetkellymay]

I've got outside stairs like that which my dogs use. I just rigged up a tarp that covers the stairs in the winter, take it down in the spring... Just have to go underneath, and bump the snow off, every so often..

[@ericroadking7564]

Good job!!

[@lilofrenchbulldog1744]

Great job👌👆👍🏼

[@toronado455]

as an alternative to extending out the main roof of the garage, you could build a small roof over the stairs attached to the stairs. would be a big project though.

[@estellaknox4488]

Starting to look nicely WOW ! Lots of snow this morning it's pretty

[@tonyawesomedora.awesome9859]

Awesomeness

[@mikesib3482]

Personally I would use joist hangers

[@AkhiZakariah]

Keep going u guys.. congratulations to ur 250K Subscriber

[@ImNotAnAlienLizardPerson]

No matter what you do or how you do it you can guarantee someone online knows how to do it better, and they’re never shy about letting ya know. 😂

[@joedoakes8307]

You need to finish water proofing the exterior plywood , before you attach any structure to the plywood !!!!!!!

[@MatHelm]

Unless you're using some sort of non shrinking (not pine) or old wood, don't space the boards with anything (like nails). They'll shrink more than enough, and with that spacing you'll end up with gaps wide enough for a chair leg to fall through.

[@mindi.m]

I love the look of the decking. It is gorgeous. As for the structural integrity, it seems several [more knowledgeable than me!] viewers have suggestions. Can you point me to the video that explains why you started on the garage/apartment before finishing the house? Only curious, not judging!

[@mongol813]

should the floor joist have joist hangers on the other side as well?

[@786otto]

Not necessarily but it will not hurt.

[@68Jaguar420G]

@@786otto Oh absolutely they should. There's not a jurisdiction that would pass that balcony/deck without them!

[@lakescottful]

It would be easy to add them still.

[@fusi0nn]

@@68Jaguar420G Good thing in Idaho you can build your house however you want!

[@68Jaguar420G]

@@fusi0nn Having no regulations or inspections thus "allowing" sub standard practices doesn't mean they are acceptable and should be undertaken. This is a quite high landing and it is only a matter of time before the nails loosen and the structure fails. Standards and "best practices" are the result of lessons learned from failures which have almost always resulted in injuries and often death. I most fervently hope Marty has installed hangers at the rim joist end of this landing so his family and visitors are spared unacceptable and quite frankly immoral risks for the sake of a few dollars of readily available and easy to install hardware.

[@maryallen6334]

Eventually you will have some sort of railing and maybe even an awning to attach to the building and that will give a lot more strength.

[@ArthurValencia9438]

Now "I" would have done it so-o-o much different! It would have cost so-o-o much more; there would have been many trips to the ER; there would be a slope in the flooring "toward" the house; there would be several "catawapuses(?)" to win the "Abstract Art Award" in Building AND it will fall down by days end. The board that holds up the floor joist is called "Board that holds up Floor Joists". ;-) Art in Calif.

[@jamesgoodman6243]

4 posts 2next to the home and anchored to it 2 extended away but parallel to them build your deck then every 12 ft 2 posts support as you go down

[@falghar4711]

I noticed you've had to break the ice a few times for the hens, maybe get one of the heated bowls for them, or a heated base (electricity required for both) or a cheap free option is ping pong balls, a slight breeze makes them move, thus disturbing the water surface and preventing the ice layer from forming. Even a black container can help slightly because it can absorb some of the suns heat

[@NickedBlade]

Rim joist across from a ledger just like any floors frame ;)

[@howardbodiford7130]

I would use thru bolts on that ledger board .

[@Travellersromania]

Wow super

[@DaDa-kx2fe]

Snow again...snow already....calm...

[@pwengert1]

Those stairs will be really nice once done. It looks like you’re doing a terrific job. All our best to you & your family. Is Sarah going to be home for Thanksgiving? I’m sure she’s doing well in Tennessee & there are lots of folks taking care of her there. Great school & area. God bless.

[@bigmamma6946]

Very cool Definently interesting cheers thanks for sharing this vlog.

[@fpvrcstuff]

I think our Code states 6x6 posts for decks and landings like yours if they are more than a few feet off the ground.

[@mikeoconnell4229]

All your hardware at the house looks fine. Why no joist hangers on the outside band joist??? Oops! The big problem which creates most deck collapses is the post to deck connection.the post should have been notched to accommodate your deck joists! A ledger can never be replaced with mechanical connectors. Sorry Martin, you'll need to fix this.

[@SniperDude-24]

could he use that same L bracket bolted through the 4x4 beam as a makeshift ledge?

[@jamesp7623]

You can add 2x4 pt to the posts vertically ending under the header so it is supported. You can’t rely on hardware through the header and into the post.

[@8877dakota]

The ledger, rim boards, and joists should all be treated lumber.

[@dper1112]

The snow test for the stairs will be in March and April. When the freeze-thaw cycle kicks into high gear, there's a chance snow and water will drip down and turn into ice on those stairs, which could lead to an exciting ice slide! But not now, and as you said, the fix is clear enough: extend the roof if it's an issue.

[@MartinJohnsonOffGridLiving]

True. We will see.

[@nenettechavez6123]

wow..it just happened overnight. what a beautiful sight. .. prestine snow ! nothing here in my country : Philippines

[@pagegreer5081]

After building a house and a garbage you've done a pretty good job. You took measures risk when you had to to get things done. Your still here being careful but not un necessary risks.

[@toronado455]

did he build a "garbage"? 🤣

[@dennisgallagher1686]

Rim joist your doing a great job

[@artfisher1615]

Guess it’s a little late, but a hoe works better than a shovel for mixing concrete in a wheel barrow. That’s how dad taught me over 50 years ago. Thought everybody did it that way.

[@robertwozniak55]

hey marty..yore boy is almost as big as you..you should be so proud of him

[@edwardseth1230]

Question: since the forest and your property (flat area) you're building on is mostly in the woods.. would it be possible in the future to add some fencing? Hope you're all doing well? ..lots of indoor projects i hope..this winter? stay safe and warm.. GOD BLESS.

[@micht2641]

Tux's very happy

[@RiggerBrew]

There are Snow/Ice guards for Metal roofs. They are required by code where there are doors and stairs or sidewalks.

[@MartinJohnsonOffGridLiving]

Thanks.

[@wallykramer7566]

Much of that part of Idaho does not require inspections.

[@yogaprayoga636]

Semangat pak Martin 👍

[@stan118]

Did you know that you can use your speed square as a guide to aid in making a perfectly square saw cut?

[@MartinJohnsonOffGridLiving]

Yep.

[@rixrig6193]

I ALWAYS TEND TO OVERBUILD BUT, I SUGGEST USING TIMBERLOCKS INTO THE ENDS OF THE FLOOR JOISTS THAT YOU DO NOT HAVE JOIST HANGERS HOLDING THEM. JUST FOR FOR ADDED SHEAR STRENGTH.

[@lawrenceforbach2627]

Cement pillar s for the column s

[@davidbray6515]

Just subscribed Martin due to laid back living mentioned you channel love the attitude you have it is what it is loving the content

PS. When I engineer a landing or patio my joists run 2/3 in the house to 1/3 outside and no other support is needed, no posts. Scabbed or extends from the long joists.

[@patriciamontague6035]

Like you thought about going up some plus wood will last longer

[@kam2371]

Oh and the joist you asked about are rim joists