Sheath the Roof Ep.68

[@jamesdavis8731]

"Getting a little something out of these videos." Ya, getting fat while binge watching these videos. Probably the best series of videos I have seen on KZbin related to anything. To be honest, this could have been made into a mini video course and sold. It would have sold VERY well. I never ever thought I would watch 68 episodes of anything on KZbin (although I love KZbin) but this video series has proved me wrong. Simply outstanding on EVERY level. I am going to be sad when the series is over and I really hope you do another series like this later on - although I know it is a lot of work to put this together. I do video marketing for a living so I get the editing and the top over narration. Super well done.

[@joshuaricks7730]

I 100% used to be subscribed, but once you brought up the fact that more than half the people watching aren’t subscribed, I looked down and to my shock it said that I wasn’t subscribed. Idk what happened or what KZbin did, but everyone that took the time to subscribe in the past take another look and ensure you still are. Have a great day. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!!!!!!!!

[@robstephens]

In addition to potentially tripping on the air hose, another good tip (when re-roofing) is to ensure all of the old shingle granules are swept off the roof deck after the old shingles are removed. Walking on the loose granules is like walking on marbles.

[@Adamsadventures83]

If you've got it, a leaf blower makes that job much much quicker

[@davegordon6943]

And kick the dust off after making cuts.

[@BrewMonkey1]

Job blower is priceless when roofing

[@rjtumble]

I just did a minor patch to my roof and completely agree with this comment. It was amazing how much easier it was to walk around on the roof after we had swept up. We didn’t do a big enough area to warrant dragging the blower up on the roof, but on a bigger job, it would have been a big help.

[@CrimeVid]

In the UK we were taught to shout “BELOW !” if something is falling, whether accidental or deliberate (deliberate being known as “bombing” ). A thing about a shout of below, don’t run,look up first, you don’t want to run into the path of a falling object ( particularly true if on scaffolding). Try to make sure nobody is working under lifting areas. Make sure anybody apart from people actually working manually on site is out of the way of operations, this is a serious problem, there are a lot of semi-connected persons who will, given a chance, congregate right in the way of whatever is going on, these are; Architects, Engineers,Inspectors,Surveyors and other small fry. These folk feel entitled, do they not have a degree ? and are often offended if told to bugger off out of the way, and will, because they don’t know any better, go and stand somewhere else, in the way ! If something falls while this kind of disruption is occurring, you will be running an unsafe site !! My personal solution to an infestation of entitled”professionals” is to call a tea break until they go away. Which leads to... why is nobody working ? “ because it is dangerous”... etc ! Question: where is the (insert “professional) ? Answer: stood on the staircase landing with the client, thereby paralysing half the job. they don’t like noisy tools either !

[@Randerson91]

I felt that airhose statement when walking around on the roof, love how he talks about the little nuances of construction, much appreciation for this man and his crew!

[@Resistculturaldecline]

And the air hose is always 6" too short when you're trying to nail long rafters to the ridge. On hot days, maybe some stretch can save the day, but usually have to holler down for help while the rafter weight is killing your shoulder.

[@gregorykern9679]

Tripping hazards..... Back in the early 2000s when OSHA really cracked down on fall protection, our residential framing company started requiring us to wear harnesses when stacking or sheeting roofs. It was pointless....there was no place to tie off when you're standing up trusses and even then, the trusses were usually not braced and plumbed up right away. When throwing sheets, the rope from the harness, power cord from the saw and air hose all got tangled when moving around, they served as tripping hazards when stepping and in some cases, the harnesses were on a retractable "yo-yo". Those were the worst....they'd lock up on you and pull your ass to the deck like a dog running to the end of his chain. I've never had a harness save me from falling but I have had them trip me, yank me and make it extremely frustrating to work. The company saw the light and responded to the complaints....then invested in the bolt on scaffold system that was attached to the perimeter of the house for any structure taller than 15'. That was a godsend. It provided a safety "net". It provided a stable platform to comfortably install eave blocks, cut tails, hang fascia and start sheathing. It didn't obstruct the work. It provided a place to set tools, nails, a water jug or a radio without sliding off the roof.

[@robertbeirne9813]

I couldn’t imagine wrestling a 5/8” piece of OSB, by myself, standing on a 2x8, 40ft off the ground! You, sir, are amazing.

[@dylanmounsey7515]

That’s what framers do

[@gtbkts]

Robert Beirne I’m a framer. It isn’t easy, but the job is super satisfying

[@miked.1773]

Ahem, that's a 2x6 we stand on. ;)

[@robertbeirne9813]

Michael Reeve much respect to all framers. I’m about Scott’s age, so I’ll stick to interiors when I can.

[@chadbrennan8771]

That ain’t nothing lol

[@matt2m]

America needs more men like you if I had a guy like you around even as a neighbor it would have helped me as a young man.

[@ronaldgrant5436]

Having grown up in the trades, your channel is captivating for me . Thanks for the tour around the shop/barn/warehouse showing how well "tooled up" you are. The forge and the anvils are another tool born pleasure; we can't work well without tools,lots of tools. You remind me of my grandfather who was a carpenter and carefully explained the "whys and hows" when I was a youngster. There is a comforting similarity in your explanations. Not all that long ago this was all done swinging a hammer and a hand saw.

[@michaeldougfir9807]

Several times I have asked KZbinrs whether they get notified when someone enters a comment under an old video. No answers yet. Now in case you DO, I want to say: I come from a construction family. And have worked in the field some. SO -- I REALLY ENJOY your relatively relaxed atmosphere. The inclusion of frends and family, and the occasional indepth explanations. And I appreciate the absence of nasty language and anger. I enjoy telling others about square, level, plumb, straight and true. Thanks for qualifying these for me. I am retired from my paying job. But am coninuing on as an arborist. And enjoy incorporating every good thing into my work. Some of us still strive for quality!

[@essentialcraftsman]

Thank you Michael and yes, we do see comments when they are posted the first time. We do not see all of the answering comments that happen responding to initial comments without going to that video intentionally.

[@robvery]

Thank you for your excellent series. I’ve been a carpenter for 33 years, and I’ll be 47 this year. It’s essential for long-term success that you listen and learn, consistently and constantly, and I get to do that while watching your episodes. I appreciate your approach to explaining and teaching, as it is very easy for me to absorb, process, and implement. Most things you’ve covered I know, and have done, but I’ve learned countless different ways to do things already known, and new things never considered, from viewing your channel, so, thank you. I own a small, family-run, home remodeling business. I’d love a trip out west to work alongside you. I’ll leave that as an open invitation, redeemable anytime! Robert Very

[@ares3914]

You give me hope. Hope that there are still honest hard working people still in this world. I just wanted to thank you

[@sealteamryx6758]

Sheathing a huge garage last summer, I was beneath somebody holding up some plywood, they had set their 24oz estwing hammer on one of the blocks between studs, the wall moved, hammer came down, and landed right on my face lol blood everywhere... it was a good one

[@LunchRide]

Its not that you are building a house that I think is a perfect example of something that I would love to build, it's not that you are taking the time to show everything about it in beautiful detail, it's really about the unfathomable wealth of wisdom and knowledge you possess and are willing to share. And lucky for us you are such an articulate person that you can express your life lessons in a way that make me feel like I have a virtual mentor. If KZbin was considered for the Emmy's, you would have one. You are the perfect person for this job.

[@karlischoenleber1055]

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[@julietphillips1991]

You made me smile when you said that if you watched the video to the end, it says that you are interested in construction and that you are getting something out of these series on how to build a house. I smiled because you are 100% accurate! I love watching, listening and learning, and I subscribed a while back. Thank you.

[@brianbob7514]

These videos are like a small vacation in a busy day, they always make me smile.

[@Lokiwho]

this is one of the very best channels on KZbin. I have no intent on building a house ever but this series has opened my eyes to tricks, tools, and the hard word and dedication and attention to detail it takes to build a home. the channel as a whole has opened my eyes to blacksmithing, general tool knowledge like string lines and chalk, how to find square, little tricks that I can use as a man to one day maybe put to good use. thank you and keep producing

[@user-ne9wp8ve5u]

I had to subscribe. This guys is one of the best carpenters I have seen. Very good tips.👍🏾

[@alexfrederick9019]

He is thorough, more impressive is the involvement regarding planning and design logic into building practice, but you wanna see the best carpenters? They're too busy to talk to you or make videos, they're building houses in a few weeks in suburban developments...

[@4460cows]

Eight years ago I got to take about 10 weeks off work to build an addition for my parents home there in Glide. I had taken basic construction in my local community college building a small cabin and selling it to the highest bidder. Well not in that trade for my 9 to 5 but it did teach me a great deal which I realized while working on the parents addition. Now when I visit my Oregon family home I get to see just how grand it all turned out. Someday I would like to retire there and build myself a cabin in the woods way up there atop the many mountains of Oregon. Sure enjoy this series you have been putting up. Thanks for sharing with us. Looking top notch. And while on the construction site. Head Ache was one often heard while around the project. Great tip and true.

[@UncleWillie]

Well, now you have done it. About 5 minutes from the end of this video my 8 year old, Heath, came in the room. He is hooked. He asked to watch more. Now he is going through all of them. Thanks for having a channel with good content about building that even an 8 year old can understand and watch without his dad worrying about what is said. He just ran in his bedroom for his toy crane and some Legos. I have no idea what is getting ready to be built on the coffee table.

[@kellywadsworth4495]

Ahhhhh..... I want to send Heath a T shirt...email me your address!!! Is he your average size 8 year old?

[@UncleWillie]

@@kellywadsworth4495 He would live that. How do I send an address without putting it here

[@kellywadsworth4495]

[e-mail]

[@UncleWillie]

@@kellywadsworth4495 i will send it now.

[@thomasblue6064]

There is nothing wrong with old school methods, and materials. They have worked for many,many years. Thanks

[@jrallen5417]

I didn’t know until now I can literally sit and listen to great guitar music and watch a master craftsmen build my new house from start to finish 😊! Thanks Mr. Scott!

[@kylelblaylock]

Scott and Nate, I just want to say thank you so much for this series. I open up KZbin every day, just to see if a new video has been posted by Essential Craftsman. I originally found this channel from your video about skilsaw tips and tricks. Your devotion and passion for the work you do is truly inspiring. I cry from time to time. And your words 'Keep up the good work' create a sense of satisfaction and pride. Blessed is the man who trust in the Lord, whose confidence is in Him. Scott and Nate, keep up the good work! You've inspired me to do the same.

[@wgiles51]

I've always preferred to throw my air hose over the ridge so that the hose is coming down to where I'm working. This doesn't always keep it out from under foot, but it helps to keep it from sliding off the roof. It's not always possible to do things this way and it may not suit your style of working, but it works for me.

[@RobertBarth1]

One of the reasons the new battery operated guns are so nice.

[@alienhexican8017]

@@RobertBarth1 battery operated is such an important advancement. OSHA is actually pushing for cordless/ hoseless everything to reduce tripping hazards. In my business as a Handyman I hate dragging out the compressor and air hoses when I need 15 or so nails to trim out a door or window. I cant wait to upgrade to cordless.

[@frotobaggins7169]

it would be interesting to have a J pipe made so your hose can enter at the top of your gun and eliminate the need for the hose to make the bend. as for the battery gun, i wonder if it could keep up to a roofers speed. how long till the battery dies, you do 5, 10 or 15 squares a day, thats some serious nailing.

[@RobertBarth1]

@@frotobaggins7169 The battery guns are just as fast as pneumatics and it's my understanding they last all day, depending on the battery size. Of course, you can always carry extra batteries.

[@frotobaggins7169]

@@RobertBarth1 i agree, they are likely almost as fast and you can carry an extra battery. but they do have a life span. super convenient though. i once sold some guns to a roofing contractor who said he replaced all his guns every year, he bought his nails by the pallet. air is reliable, cheap and durable. i'm sure your right and it's changing though.

[@markmclaud7518]

I wrestle with the safety aspect of these jobs a lot... I tend toward Scott’s assertions that it’s not “right” being up there without fall protection but... There is something to be said for the experience of the individual... Scott has been on thousands of roofs in his life and has used his brain, the best tool in your arsenal, to keep himself alive... Thats saying something... In a company setting iv’e often heard safety people say they hate to hear It’s always been done this way... What they fail to realize in many cases is the reason is because it works! And... We’ve always gone home safe at night... Experience is not to be discounted in this complex equation... Thanks for another great episode!

[@63256325N]

Man, someone is going to be getting a _really_ well built home! Thanks for taking the time to produce this series.

[@jimbass924]

Great video!

[@edwardbrady8410]

Those that don't subscribe to this channel must pretty much be adverse to subscribing to ANY KZbin channel. This is tops in my humble opinion on all of KZbin. I never miss an episode.

[@clownworldpa2590]

Be safe, take care and thanks for all your videos.. This is my life ... Only time I am having fun is when I have my tool belt on. Thanks !

[@geraldvandewal5788]

Very nice. As a retired Roofer/Waterproofer, I've always used the 30# felt. I've also used the modified and synthetics as well. But have really liked the 30# and great success using it.

[@tankmeltedargon8831]

I am loving this series, as soon as a new video is up I can't wait to watch it. I wish I could build a house this way, but I live in a bush fire area in Australia. We almost lost everything including ourselves during the bushfires in Dec/Jan, we got an evacuation message and 5 minutes later a message saying it's too late to leave shelter in place. All we could do was watch the fire bearing down on us with our neighbors, garden hoses in hand. We were incredibly lucky to have amazing firefighters and water bombers who were able to slow the fire down until we got a southerly wind change just before the fire hit us. Other's were not so lucky and lost everything. We owe our lives to those brave men and women, sadly we lost 2 firefighters just down the road from us that night. There were many lives lost fighting the fires, including the brave water bomber crew from the US that come all the way to Australia to help us fight the fires. We are forever grateful for their bravery and will never forget their sacrifice.

[@kellywadsworth4495]

wow....what an incredible story.. thank you for sharing

[@psidvicious]

We haven’t heard as much on the news in the last few weeks about the fires. Are they under control now, or out?

[@tankmeltedargon8831]

@@kellywadsworth4495 it was something I will not forget in a long time. Thank you for your comment.

[@tankmeltedargon8831]

@@psidvicious most of the fires are out now, there are some still burning. We ended up getting some crazy storms and got so much rain it caused a fair amount of flooding. Sadly a lot of people who were able to save their properties from the fires, got flooded. It's just crazy, one minute the country is on fire, the next it's flooded. Some places got 2 years of rain in 2 days. At least a lot of dams are full and some have been able to get some relief from the drought for now.

[@forwardhomeenhancements2622]

I'm a roofer by trade. Been at it for 18yrs. I'm making a pointto watch your videos as soon as they come across my feet. Makes me think of the old timers. Not many can say it like you. Keep up the good work 💪

[@tani357]

As always, I cannot explain how much I appreciate what everyone involved in this project is doing for us viewers. I also appreciate your constant focus on safety. Nothing is more important. I've been taking a fair bit of time off of work lately to focus on the family farm. I was tearing down an unused structure yesterday. There was a bit of NM cable stapled up to some rotted 4x4 posts, so I grabbed it, wrapped it around my hand and jerked the daylights out of it. I immediately regretted it. It sounds silly and I'm still in disbelief it could happen in such a way, but I broke a bone in my hand. I could have easily cut the wire, or tied it up to the backhoe I had running right next to me, but I didn't. I could have even left it. It was all going in the dump trailer anyhow. There was no point in me even pulling it down. I use my hands every day. I, just like every other tradesman, absolutely need these things to be in good working order. I'll be out of commission for a while for no good reason and I won't be of much use at work or on the farm. Live and learn, but unnecessary risks are entirely unnecessary.

[@junqueboi387]

I could see myself doing the exact same thing! My vacation time built up and at the end of the year, I had to "use it or lose it". The weekend before my mini-vacation, I dislocated my thumb being careless with a worn out screw-jack... it was so frustrating suddenly having free time to wrench on an old project car while losing my ability at the same time. Hope you recover quickly.

[@tani357]

@@junqueboi387 My boss is a pretty fantastic guy. Our company is based in San Francisco and that's where I've worked for the last 7 years. Lately, I've been taking off for weeks at a time to get ready for replanting my family's almond orchard about 200 miles south of SF. I even bought a house and moved my fiance down there. In a couple of weeks the boss was going to send down a bunch of equipment and a truck so I could start up shop here and stay permanently. I'm not sure how things are going to play out now. Hopefully it's only a minor setback. I could very firmly kick myself.

[@johnsrabe]

Amen, brother. And for those of us in warmer climes ... never try to rip out bamboo with your bare hands. It can shred into a thin strip that your muscle power will slice through your finger or hand in no time.

[@bashkillszombies]

It pays to think for a split second before doing things, but hindsight is 20/20.

[@mcasarini9073]

Greeting from Germany. I'm watching your Videos since a year. I'm Carpenter as well and I learn a lot from you. As an example your way to tighten a string on a nail is very nice! I showed it my mate´s from work and they use it now as well. Keep up the good work god bless you

[@timhale501]

Earthquake spacing sheathing. I was a GC in Calif when the 89 Quake hit. The PE CE and building inspector explained that the space of 1/8 in between shear and roof sheathing distributed the stress through the building instead of pushing it to the end. some buildings that were tight spaced had the whole shear sheathing detach from studs.

[@alaskanken2132]

I was there in 89 I was 9 years old soon after moved up here to Alaska and November 2018 we had a 7.2.

[@derrickbarnett1771]

That just blew my mind, I don't live in earthquake country but we space our sheathing for expansion and contraction. However I love the earthquake reasoning.

[@michaeldisalvo3559]

I always thought that was for expansion and contraction...very interesting though!

[@norcalsampson1670]

Hahahaha ok then. Spacing in sheathing is for expansion and contraction. Do you really truly think that a 3/32" or 1/8" space in sheathing will help with an earthquake? AND do you also really truly believe that a building inspector is an engineer? Or for that matter has any expertise in natural disasters? Some/few/very few maybe, however they are there simply to make sure common folk feel better. The good builder will know far more tactics (safety, reliability & efficiency) than an inspector.

[@firesurfer]

@@norcalsampson1670 It's absolutely true that's the reason in earthquake country. cache5.buildgp.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/APA-roof-installation-pdf.pdf

[@coreywatkins111]

Been addicted to this channel since finding the video of you building the ramp on your Mothers house. This series has been something I look forward to for each and every episode. I'm excited to see it finished but it'l be sad to know it's over.

[@dougrobison1156]

I'm glad to know there are still crazy old guys working on roofs! I for one, a cabinet maker/finish carpenter prefer the safety of the INSIDE of the house (especially if the heater is functioning!) lol

[@Delmar829]

I am subscribed to this and find it very helpful in what ever your suject is. Thank You. I believe one of the reasons people don't subscribe is they watch this on TV not the computer. I have not seen a way to subscibe on the TV. Wish you the best please continue the instruction it is outstanding.!!!!!!!

[@jonathantalley476]

It seems like you should be hosting a West coast version of This Old House.

[@EMatias1984]

Hi Scott. I ve been watching EC with my wife on the other half of the bed for 2 years now. Got shocked whith my first video "my 10 favourite tools". She doesn t understand english but has recently told me that your voice sounds tired. I work in construction and she is an expert knowing when i can not stand anymore. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. It s always a pleasure to watch. Regards from Cordoba, Argentina, far away from the southern border.

[@JT-hs3pe]

2 years? You gotta get out that bed mate

[@matthufham]

I don't think half the viewers are unsubscribed. Its just me rewatching the videos over and over.

[@mikefasenmyer5259]

Same for me😄

[@markrice1549]

Essential Craftsman thank you for the videos I really really enjoy them and have learned so much from them. I have ordered a shirt and wear it regularly while in my shop! I know it’s a simple thing but I really appreciate how real and down to earth your teaching style is, even in the materials you use. Even things like this felt, most people talk about products like the old is always junk and don’t ever use it and while it is true in some instances it’s not always true! I used felt on my 1000 square foot “reno” house and felt good until talking with some “knowledgeable” people, then felt like a failure. So all that to say thanks for all y’all do! And from here in TX, keep up the good work!!!

[@mimirose3774]

55 year old woman who doesn’t and won’t have anything to do with construction asking myself why I watch. I think it’s because old school, common sense construction is appealing. It reminds me of my dad (passed). It’s creative and productive, I long for more things like that in my life.

[@stellarluna2637]

Or maybe you just think a man with a toolbelt is sexy?

[@1STGeneral]

My wife at 55 was an active contractor running a 30,000 plus chicken farm and taking care of her deceased friends 80 year old husband at night never took medication. November 23 she found out she had stage 4 endometrial cancer at 76 she told the doctor thanks but no treatment ,he said 6 months tops so for me and the kids she started chemotherapy after 3 treatments the scan showed 40 percent reduction in her lungs and none where she had the radical hysterectomy, Amen I understand active people get sick and die also but if building interests you take a class or two and help the elderly/ disabled or needy if you're able. If you need income many builders would love to have someone to show up sober and on time and definitely a layout person my 2 cents no charge also my wife's taking care of her 93 year old mother's estate instead of resting

[@mimirose3774]

Stellar Luna or maybe it’s only what I said, particularly because it reminds me of my dad.

[@mimirose3774]

1ST General your wife’s a resilient hero. We need more of her. I totally agree with helping others, especially the elderly or those that can’t help themselves. I worked with the elderly for 25 years and I couldn’t agree more that that’s a underserved deserving group of people.

[@terryritchings242]

I really enjoy your videos so thank you for making them, I live in Australia and the difference between materials, work and safety are huge and a real eye opener, have you ever considered doing voiceover for ebooks and things of that nature? Listening to you talk for me is like sitting near a fireplace in a comfy chair. Thanks again.

[@michael_house]

Love the info - and watching you work. Thanks!

[@garyb1434]

I’m not trying to say you’re old, don’t take this the wrong way. But I am amazed that you are still in good enough health to continue to do this work. I watched this video and it struck me that I’ll probably never do another roof again in my time on this earth. I made it through a broken back ok but I ruptured my right ACL two years ago, had it repaired but to this day I still can’t kneel on it, makes doing a lot of things a challenge. So here’s to you and your health!!!!🍺🥃

[@stephennarramore7961]

so there we are Gary B, we are all watching this EXPERIENCED man show his knowledge and expertise in roofing (other skills or course) what is most important is he is alive and well enough to tell the tale. The Takeaway should be for everyone (not you Gary B) that some old people have knowledge & skills that go beyond "new materials & Techniques" we are not looking at microprocessors or GRAHENE transforming construction.... Im not a troll or a home builder, but Ive done a few few projects in my own time and look forward to seeing my 83rd birthday

[@garrettsanislo3910]

Another Amazing video thank you for your wisdom and inspiration!

[@JorgeM523]

It is such a pleasure to watch your videos. In my hectic day of working on a computer for 10 hours, it is such a relief to watch and listen as you explain the crafts you peform, so well, in such a calming voice, not yelling, no arguing, just getting what is about as physical a job that is out there accomplished with what seems to be in stride and effortless. I have learned so much and continue to review your videos on your skills and suggestions on getting jobs completed efficienly. Thank you for all you do. You are very motivational and I know that I can accomplish the small jobs around my house...with your help.

[@DKWalser]

When I was framing -- more than three decades ago -- our roofer wanted the smooth-side of the OSB up, not down. He felt it let the disparate materials making up the roof membrane a greater ability to 'slide' past each other as they reacted slightly differently to expansion and contraction. In addition, I've been told that's another purpose for tar paper (or 30lb felt). If the asphalt shingles were applied directly to the roof, I was told the shingles would be more apt to buckle -- because they move more in response to heat/cold than will the OSB or plywood. One last comment: I did most of my framing in Utah. I've since moved to Arizona. We have a tile roof. The tile on our roofs here last almost forever. The tar paper underneath doesn't. And, I've recently learned, its the tar paper that keeps the rain out. The job of the tiles is to protect the tar paper.

[@jamesonkruger6989]

Is he in a wheelchair now?

[@hannahranga]

Huh interesting about the tiles not being watertight, over in aus tile only roofs are fairly common.

[@psidvicious]

In Florida the roofing must be done a little different. After the roof is sheeted (plywood), a layer of 30# felt goes down, really just to dry-in the building so that all other construction can proceed. Then a Layer of 90# gets hot-mopped in with hot tar. Then the tiles are installed. The roof is functionally done after the hot-mopping of the 90# and the tiles are there to protect it. And for aesthetics purposes as well, of course.

[@spokebloke1]

@@psidvicious in Australia, we don't sheet the roof. A layer of thin insulation (sisalation) is tacked on to the trusses and then either tiles of steel roofing panels are placed over the top. It's really interesting watching the process in another part of the world, where things are done very differently.

[@psidvicious]

@@spokebloke1 And it’s equally interesting hearing about alternate techniques used around the world. I’d love to see someone come up with an EC ‘Down Under’ channel! The roof they’re doing here is a little unusual bcz of the rafter material choice. Most roofs, for houses are now done with wood trusses these days. A lot of the diaphragm strength is gained from the fastening of the plywood sheeting, which is generally nailed at - 13 on the seams (4”oc) and 9 in the field (6”oc). Am I guessing correctly that in AU, w/o sheeting there is probably a lot of bracing installed ‘internally’ in the trusses? (and btw, thanks for NOT being one of those commenters that says something like - “Oh that’s not how it’s done in my area, so it must be more American junk.”)

[@jamesonkruger6989]

I've been framing my whole life. I like seeing a guy like you who really cares about quality. A bit of advice Hitachi nail guns are all we use, but that one you have there is a toy they sell at lowes to diy-ers.

[@Jonathanaymond]

I love how detailed you are when you explain anything, especially identifying any and every multiple of terms. Roof rafters = trusses, sheathing, can be roof sheathing or substrate, awesome. Story time: I went to an NDT school and within it was a module for ferrite testing. The teacher failed to explain ferrite is another word for iron the entire class. Granted I was very surprising at my own ignorance of ferrite, but still as sweet and experienced of a man that teacher was, he couldn’t teach a bird how to fly.

[@hoofty37]

I am really enjoying this series and it couldn't have come at a better time. I've done some construction in the past, but it's been years (and I'm not as young as I used to be). I'll be building a workshop in a few months on the southern Washington coast by myself, and you've shown me that knowledge and experience can more than make up for the brute force and stamina I used to rely on. I have learned alot from this series and just wanted to say thank you! Keep up the good work!

[@stevenslater2669]

Great series, Scott! I wish this kind of information had been available when I had a large addition added to my home... One question - one those boards you made up with screened venting, why didn't you seal the end grains? Those vent units are certainly going to get wet, and would be a bugger to replace if they take water damage.

[@anonymousbyproxy8250]

Steven Slater . I think that even if they get wet the freely circulating air will dry them fast and no water damage will occur.

[@kevincorbin6273]

been framing for 44yrs, love watching you and picking up a few different ways to do things. Thanks!,

[@nat8843]

Somebody's going to buy a really well built house!!

[@kylesimukka]

I want to buy it, and plan to try. A well built house is an investment into my future, and my childrens future.

[@wontsay7923]

They were working on this house last year, they're probably already finished with it and it's sold. Or close to it...

[@Jonathanaymond]

No man is worthy of that house. That is Gods house, someone will just be paying rent.

[@KingdaToro]

@@wontsay7923 They'll have an open house before they sell it. This was shot in September, so they're probably finishing the interior now.

[@1Ferretking]

@@JuanHernandez-ox5tl Rude! How would you know?

[@andrewchurchley5705]

I enjoyed being up on the roof with you and feeling safe up there.

[@Nightman2152]

Up here is canuckistan its reccomended to use ice and water sheild on all eaves, valleys and gables. Personally I prefer to wrap the whole roof! Keep up the good work gentlemen!

[@danaskubic2145]

Canuckistan, I love it, eh!!

[@anonymousbyproxy8250]

Canuckistan denied me entry on reason that i am a fellon. :(

[@michaelagalasso2389]

Scott Great job you and your son are doing on the house. I look forward to all the videos that are posted. I really like the narration you give while I am watching. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK.

[@jamesnew3745]

I use H clips to make it easier to maintain 1/8 inch gab

[@badlandskid]

James New indeed. Definitely not needed with 5/8 sheeting but make maintaining the spacing easy.

[@anonymousbyproxy8250]

They are not made for keeping the gap, rather for holding the panels together on 24” spacing between rafters.

[@anonymousbyproxy8250]

L F . Ha-ha-ha !!! Which is your “country” and since when ? Here is something for you in my native language : SMD !!! And u may add up some catch-up, i recommend the one made by Heinz (buy a lot, maybe their stock will do better).

[@anonymousbyproxy8250]

L F . U piece of wasted seed, u dont know what r u getting into with me.

[@anonymousbyproxy8250]

L F . Hey Mr. Long Fk, whe’ didya disappear ma’ boy ?!?

[@BayAreaMCs]

Sam I just want to say THANK YOU for what your doing with this channel. I my self am a union carpenter and absolutely love my job and take a lot of pride in my craftsmanship. I have learned so much from you, that I’ve been able to use at work when I was still an apprentice and everyday since. There are few true master carpenters around these days and even fewer willing to take the time to pass on there knowledge and skills to the next generation. I used to watch Larry Haun religiously and your videos are no different. Keep on doing what your doing brother, and thanks again!

[@bcbloc02]

I thought h-clips were to allow space for expansion and contraction from temp and moisture changes?

[@robstephens]

I believe that they are mainly used to help prevent sagging in the sheeting between rafters - especially when using thinner sheeting.

[@TheFoxygrandpa69]

@@robstephens that's exactly right. People saying there for the 1/8in gap but people dont realize hes already doing that with the braces and boards hes standing on. No need for clips when its 5/8. But that 1/8 gap is still good to have.

[@MLFProp]

As a retired architect, I can tell you that the purpose of the H-clip is for support from panel to panel when rafter spacing exceeds the recommended span of the decking material. There are some additional expansion and contraction benefits, but that's not the purpose of the H-clips

[@FinishedProject]

They are for over 16"o.c. spacing

[@johnathanlivingstonseagull5524]

Try pulling a crown stapled piece of plywood off. Aint gonna happen. Shear values are better with nails but lift values are not.

[@danp3808]

Great videos! House is coming along great. Just one note - the APA recommends 1/8” gap at all sides of plywood. They have videos showing how when ungapped even just a 1/16” expansion causes a huge noticeable swell on the panels. You could also gap them by running saw blade over the right joints if any are ungapped if you see fit.

[@randycadkins]

I always liked to know where the people on the ground were when I was roofing, and of course only toss the removed materials into one spot, (I'm no expert) but I liked that way of doing it.

[@josea.penagil8150]

It´s always good to listen to the pros, because of the expert advice they give and all the useful tips to have down pat for any construction project or remodel.

[@klmbuilders5385]

H clips are used when the roof framing is 24" o.c. as with trusses.. On a stick built roof set at 16 o.c. clips are not necessary.

[@danielguy2156]

In any over regulated area, it doesn't matter what common sense and true codes are, you are at the behest of the local township or government who often make you do dumbass things that make no sense, nor can explain why they are making you do something. Whitehall Township, Pa, just got done building a 2 story addition, stick frame, 16 oc... they made me use H-clips and all kinds of stupid clamps, braces and strapping for no reason other than to come back to the job 3 or 4 times and charge me for each visit... after the 3re inspector, I told them I've been building houses all over for 20yrs, this shit made no sense, and every one of them contradicts the one before and has no good answers. It's all about the money.

[@grahamsurrall7315]

Daniel Guy o

[@9mmkahr]

H clips actually are NOT required with 1/2" plywood, 24" oc here in Michigan, and a lot of other states. You would be surprised what's in that ole code book. Most builders use them, but the builder we are with currently doesnt. And trust me when i say this municipality is strict... But code is code. It's very nice not struggling with stupid h clips on a 14 pitch roof. Gap all edges and zero problems down the road.

[@travisramage5446]

@@danielguy2156 lol reminds me of a time a builder demand i put a header over a 20" wide window opening.

[@MLFProp]

depends on the decking. Be careful with overly generic statements.

[@sally6457]

Great to see engineered timber being used outside Europe, I'm from the UK and in my opinion the US keeps true craftsmanship alive, the one bit of advice I would give is when using engineered (glued together) timber use an adhesive rather than mechanical fixings, as you used on the floor deck, consider a polyurethane adhesive, it will reduce the risk of movement noise once everything is dry. Got to mention i am truly in awe of your control of a skillsaw!!!!

[@jackielinde7568]

While I have no qualms about your usage of felt paper on the roof in place of "newer and better products", I am surprised that you're only using the Zip-R Sheathing only on that one small portion of the house. With your wetter climate, I would have imagined that the benefit gains it provides outweighs the cost, especially since part of the system is their gasket like tape that is designed to keep moisture out of the cracks between sheets. Were the performance gains not enough over ordinary OSB to justify the additional costs?

[@jackielinde7568]

@Tyler Hawk I wasn't questioning the choice of tar paper over other systems. I was questioning the use of OSB over other sheathing systems, especially seeing they were using Zip R on one side of the house.

[@frotobaggins7169]

@Tyler Hawk i want to know how the adhesive in the tape holds up over time. it seems like the weak link in the zip system. of course you could always use a fluid applied sealant, what does mat risinger always talk about, rasberry?

[@divarachelenvy]

I love the way you describe everything and your voice is calm and reassuring..

[@weldweld5629]

I'm interested in seeing what materials you use for your fascias and how you install them. Great work 👍

[@bradledford]

Go back through the videos on this Spec House series, you should be able to find it about 4 videos back. It's a really high quality approach that I'm intending to replicate on an upcoming remodel.

[@michaelwiseman1405]

Some kind of osb hybrid shit wood is what they are gonna use

[@weldweld5629]

@@bradledford should be interesting

[@jasonhayes5036]

One of the best video series EVER on building a house I've watched please keep it coming thank you

[@AustinHansen]

In my town, code only requires H clips if you’re nailing 24” on center. Also, synthetic felt is cheaper and much easier to work with and walk on - something I’d recommend to anyone roofing a house.

[@gtbkts]

Austin Hansen syn felt is 100% easier to walk on. Unless your roof is a 12/12 pitch.

[@augustreil]

@L F, We have used it here in the Northeast forever with no issues. Not saying it's the absolute best, but it more than does the job.

[@timminstraprs2169]

Austin Hansen sometimes it’s all in what your used to working with. 👍✌️

[@anonymousbyproxy8250]

L F . Sir, where did u learn to write English ?

[@steveallmand784]

Thanks once again Scott and Nate!

[@Talk2timmy]

“If you ever fall from a roof, grab an air hose... they get caught up on everything”

[@losapriscos7258]

If it doesn't, and you end up on the ground, you'll have a framing gun slapping you in the head.

[@JackJohnson-mc7ki]

Yes they do, anything and everything.

[@sally6457]

To true! Ha ha!!!

[@dances_withwolves]

Re: 14:00 I'm not terribly interested in construction. I've never done it and I don't really plan on it. My fascination with the series and EC in general, is your meticulous attention to detail and pride in everything you do. Something not seen very often but inspiring.

[@mitchdenner9743]

I agree h clips are a big pain to use, they do provide some support between rafters when using 24" centers. But the whole thing that they provide spacing between the sheets of approximately 1/8" for expansion is debatable for me, i see you didn't gap any of the sheeting . I'd like to know your thoughts on this. Talking about plywood not osb, for the majority I've always seen it shrink not expand. On the other hand I just put a new roof on my house and after stripping down to the sheathing found a few of the joints buckling cause they were so tight and had to relief cut to get them to lay flat.

[@anonymousbyproxy8250]

mitch denner . On what i observed so far OSB shrinks a tiny bit, i never saw expansion. I think it may expand if getting wet for long.

[@panagiotiskokkinos5955]

from far away of you....Greece....i m sending you my respect for your great job you always make to your videos..... and of course for your crystal clear way you speak....

[@matthewroepke4644]

Maybe it’s different in your area but in Arizona we need to get a nailing inspection before roofing.

[@dylanmounsey7515]

Everywhere gets inspected bro lol

[@jackielinde7568]

@@dylanmounsey7515 What Matthew Roepke is wondering, do they have to get their nailing patterns on the OSB inspected before they can put down the felt paper. As another Arizonan, I don't have an answer for that question.

[@matthewroepke4644]

Thanks for clarifying, Jack! 👍🏻

[@MyDIYAdventures]

There’s towns and counties near me that have no inspections at all

[@ChrisWeism]

My DIY Adventures yeah, in my area no inspections are needed for anything.

[@austinthompson8565]

I’ve been watching since the beginning and finalll subscribed. Thanks for the great information as an apprentice plumber I can appreciate. The extra details and work you have done. Can’t wait see the rough in plumbing! Just over the mountain in bend hope to see it one. Keep up the great work!

[@GregsWorkshopOregon]

Would you put roofing felt down if you were putting something other than asphalt shingles on? Metal, tile, rolled roofing, etc.

[@bobt9948]

For many products yes. Mostly it creates a break between the decking and the roofing product. Humidity seeping from the attic can reduce the life expectancy of many products. Metal for example sees a lot of water from the top due to rain and snow. However, even a furred roof (metal) that offers some ventilation on the bottom, does not have the same ability to dry as quickly on the underside as the topside. Water in any form will degrade products faster than intended. So as much as the underlayment offers longevity, it also offers a secondary protection from any humidity that might condensate on the underside of the final layer and drip onto the decking.

[@wildtwindad]

Titanium PSU. Or some other cold welding petroleum based roll on membrane. High quality ones self seal around the nailing/screw holes.

[@bobt9948]

@@wildtwindad of which there are many, and usually expensive.

[@anonymousbyproxy8250]

Bob T . I just calculated, cheapest that i’ve found still 7 times more expensive per square compared with #30 felt.

[@Brood_Master]

Yes... I am subscribed and have been for some time now. I love your content including your blacksmithing videos as I've been getting into blacksmithing lately my self... Also, I'm in the process of building my own house. I've been a jack of all trades all my life and spent the last 32 years of my life in the construction trade as an electrician. I have seen and done many of the things you elaborate on but the little tricks and subtleties you provide complete the picture. Thank you for that...

[@driveitlikeyastoleit55]

Yes, it's a good idea to let people on the ground know when something's falling. I always yell headache when I push the apprentices off of the roof.

[@jimpat1977]

just remember you were once a apprentice. but i know what you mean .

[@mchadguinn]

I’m a landscape architect that frequently visits job sites during all phases of construction. I will ‘second’ your tip suggesting that people don’t dilly-dally around the edges of the buildings to reduce the possibility of being hit from things falling or being thrown of the roof. About 15 years ago, I luckily realized that this was a real hazard that I needed to be aware of. So, I made a conscious effort to hug the building walls under the safety of the roof overhang, or stay out as far as possible away from the roof. I feel that decision saved my life a couple weeks later when I was walking a site, hugged up against the building wall under the eave protection. A couple minutes in, I see something out of the corner of my eye and feel something brush my shoulder. I look down to see one of the large Estwing framing hammers drop to the ground (from the third floor roof). Had I been standing out another foot, I certainly don’t believe I would be here today. So please be cautious when people are working above you and always beware of where you are standing.

[@morg52]

I worked as a roofer for several years here in MN. The work I did was often tear offs and re roofing. Occasionally the roof deck looked like the side of a railroad box car with logos and numbers etc. There was a box car servicing workshop for the Northern Pacific RR, very close by in the neighborhood. Cheap lumber is cheap lumber I guess.

[@777cascade]

Mickey Xtian That’s awesome

[@marcelolaranja5096]

I am a construction management student and enjoy watching this series. I have worked in construction and sheathed multiple roofs. I live in a cold climate zone and have been taught that when putting down the underlayment, it is vital that to use Ice and water shield for the first two feet in from the wall beneath and over the eave in order to prevent penetration of the sheathing due to damming from freezing. We have been taught that simply felt paper is not enough for the first few feet in and better protection is required by code. That being said I am just curious as to why felt paper is enough in this situation.

[@chuckspring]

What happened to that red handled hammer?

[@cmc02888]

He uses that specifically for when he is driving alot of nails he said, otherwise it's the titanium I believe

[@Aminuts2009]

I'm enjoying your content for sure. I started watching your channel, and i subscribed, when you were doing more blacksmithing videos. Which is my main interest. I can't build houses anymore. After many years suffering arthritis I had to get a knee replacement and that ended my journey. My knee was completely locked and i couldn't extend it. So my idea was to start a small niche blacksmithng business because i can sit down and do that. Doing carpentry nails, hinges, some camping gear and the like. But your enthusiasm is infectious and is a definite motivation for me to continue. While i can't build anymore, I can cheer you on from the bleachers.

[@mdhofstee]

I can already say the answer to the no ice dam material. At first I was like why then I figured it out as he as leaning on the rough. That angle of 9.5/12 is massive. For those not knowing that is almost a 39 degree pitch. Most houses run under 25 degrees so I can see that being pretty steep. My dad has his house at a 12/12 pitch and that is for those not knowing is a 45 degree slope. Water is not going to be sticking on that roof.

[@frotobaggins7169]

ice damning can and will back up on just about any pitch. it's the freeze thaw cycle from inside the house but when the house is no longer under the roof, the overhang, it freezes and acts like a dam holding the liquid water back with no where to go. so back up the roof it goes finding every crack and crevice to infiltrate. so water and ice shield is a THICK, self stick, self sealing underlayment on a roll to prevent the water from getting in the house. i wonder if him not using it has something to do with the wet climate he's in and breath ability of the roof to let the vapor out.

[@CP-du3ci]

And don't forget number 3. You are a absolute pleasure to watch and listen too

[@hectoribarra3124]

How old is this guy?... he makes me feel that I can build anything

[@dabeamer42]

Scott just had his 62nd birthday a few weeks ago. Makes this 62-year-old feel positively arthritic just watching him.

[@KarlBunker]

I'm about his age, and trust me, not all of us can "build anything" like he can. 👴 😁

[@floriel1]

I've been binge watching the entire series over the last week. This project is awesome.

[@stephencarlisle3743]

We shout “Below” in the UK when we drop something

[@lancemcque1459]

Fore!

[@williamdillon7852]

"Vorsicht" in germany

[@johnsrabe]

That's a lot better than "Head's up!," which has never quite made sense to me.

[@Jim1457a]

heheheh, yeah@@johnsrabe. "Heads Up" is a common term, but when you hear it, you DO NOT look up! "Heads down" would be more accurate... By the time you can look up, it'll upon you anyway... If you look up, you might get it right in the eye... It's better to just move to cover right away, and/or brace for the hit.

[@anthonymccoy4460]

@Stephen Carlisle I'm using that!

[@TheRepublicOfJohn]

Scott, youre a champ and an inspiration. Hope to be as nimble and strong as you when I'm your age... heck, I'd like to be as nimble and strong as you are at my current age!

[@ncooty]

Having half of your viewers unsubscribed (or _not yet_ subscribed) isn't necessarily a bad thing. It suggests you might be getting a lot of new viewers. It's good to have a lot of foot traffic past your stall, as it were. If all of your viewers were subscribed, it'd suggest that the All-knowing, All-seeing KZbin algorithms weren't suggesting your videos to new viewers or promoting them in search results.

[@jvelazco64]

Your contribution is invaluable!

[@palettetools6461]

" A little strip of banana peels that follows you all around the roof" Gotta like that one :)

[@Allhandlesalreadytaken9]

I watch to the end and I'm sad when the video ends... thanks for your quality content.

[@trailprice]

Thought 1/8" gap was necessary which the edge clip would have given.

[@Highstranger951]

Trail Price yep, my thoughts too. I feel that Scott has left a gap, but just didn’t mention it.

[@josephdestaubin7426]

Did you not notice the pitch? That's not a roof, it's a wall.

[@music-jn3wn]

@L F Can you expand on that? What i see is a well thought out very strong house.

[@RobertBarth1]

@L F Why don't you enlighten us?

[@RobertBarth1]

@L F H-clips aren't for gapping, they're for tying together the sheets for added strength. The gap is just a side benefit in jurisdictions where code requires a gap (not all do).

[@josephdestaubin7426]

I'm so glad to see that you're not using synthetic underlayment. Also, I see now why it didn't matter where the TNG on the overhang was pointing. Beautiful work as always sir.

[@JorenMathews]

Why are you glad about that? Something wrong with synthetic?

[@josephdestaubin7426]

@@JorenMathews I really wasn't trying to start a debate. But yeah, I'm not a fan of synthetic. It is nice to walk on though. I don't trust synthetics with respect to hot and cold called cycles over the long hall. But the bigger issue is the fasteners. And while I own a very expensive gun that will install synthetics with the proper fasteners, I'm still not convinced that it's the best way to go under normal conditions because the gasketed fasteners don't account for all situations and use cases. Why do I own the gun then? Two reasons: First, I don't always get to choose what I install; and second, in high wind conditions, synthetics are more resistant to tearing. Anyways, on a roof like that there is no reason to go there.

[@dannywilsher4165]

Everyone has already made all the good comments, I'm just upping the comment count for you guys...!!!

[@scottmeade2918]

Greetings from Michigan, I love all of your videos. I think I have watched most of your Library. I have learned a lot. Thanks for all you do.

[@kfouts2]

Is this really you moving all these sheets or is this a computer generated? Body double? You make me look like a wimp!

[@tdgdbs1]

Me too brother at half his age.

[@TheFoxygrandpa69]

Technique my good man. I've watched 20 sums dry hump a sheet across the job site all day like a monkey humping a greased football. Then there goes the OG passing em up cuz they...just know how. I also think sometimes these older guys get a little boost from being around the young bloods. Then probably ice bath when they go home lol. He sure humped quite a few sheets tho. That looks like a good nights rest no matter what technique lol

[@FinishedProject]

If you can't handle a sheet good by yourself you probably have no business doing the job you are doing. At least he has a lift I've caried all mine up ladders

[@roberthousedorfii1743]

@@FinishedProject Yeah, that was a joy when I was younger. walking 20 feet up the ladder, one hand on the nailgun, the other hand on the 3/4 " sheet of exterior ply. Another guy 8' to my right doing the same damn thing. The boss gave us two young pups a choice. "you guys can do the roof, or the siding. Your choice." we did the siding and shut up.

[@HBSuccess]

Yep. Time to start blacksmithing I guess.

[@astrobytes777]

Quality never gets old! Great work folks!!!