The Modern Home Makeover // Episode 10 - Moving a Window

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Modern Home Makeover // Episode 10 - Moving a Window
We're still trying to get back into the swing of things since our trip, but we're back act Ray's house. We're tackling the window that we didn't get to in the last episodes.
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[@THEDIMZ8899]

Well, the inspector already checked, "Bekah Approved" 👍

[@jeffersonroth1638]

I feel like we should spam Lowe’s to sponsor this series

[@josephforgione1762]

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[@Building_Jays_Way]

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[@rachelh8458]

I watch a lot of super produced, highly subscribed home makeover series’ on KZbin..... but ray and jay are by far my favorite. I get so excited whenever I see an update video on rays house

[@Building_Jays_Way]

That is so awesome to hear!! Thanks for watching!

[@MrJohn2475]

Very funny....you should make a BEKAAAAAhhhh t-shirt. Thank you for sharing guys!

[@Building_Jays_Way]

Coming soon!

[@robertbeirne9813]

Got it done and played paint ball with the kids in the afternoon. Good job

[@milesharlan1]

Beeecccccaaaa.. She is the best model of truewerk & gopher of all time!! Ray Jay would have trouble getting things done with out her!!! Keep up the good work Beca.. Love the Ray / Jay in action video today.. Keep up the good work and see you guys in the next video!!

[@bekahjones5480]

Thanks! I'm just glad the let me "help" every so often 😂

[@garethheathcote4988]

@@bekahjones5480 well they need one person who knows what they are doing to watch over them. I'm joking of course. 👍😀

[@bekahjones5480]

@@garethheathcote4988 🤣 ya not sure I should be the one to do that....

[@Building_Jays_Way]

We can read these comments 🤣🤣🤣

[@paulhardie392]

Awesome guys cheer me up before I go to work 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@Building_Jays_Way]

Glad to help. We hope work goes well for you today.

[@paulhardie392]

@@Building_Jays_Way yeah You guys put me on the right track 😂 keep up the good work 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@debby8428]

Bekkah makes a beautiful model!!!

[@bekahjones5480]

Thanks!

[@Building_Jays_Way]

Definitely 😍

[@albertorozco5981]

Aww... poor Jason man...he got done wrong by Jaimie 😂😂😂

[@joeshmoe8912]

Ray I know the struggle with the suspension rig. Mine gets all discombobulated too. Lol.

[@jamesmoore1532]

Always remember the term AFF (Above Finished Floor) you will see it often in plans.

[@KurtMGibbs]

Good job, boys. It's the little things like symmetrical window spacing that will make the job look that much better!

[@Building_Jays_Way]

It’s definitely not fun, but it needed to be done for sure. Thanks for the encouragement!

[@jasonmarshall819]

Was waiting for the BECCA.

[@shanebrown2963]

Don’t forget to put your trimmers in under that sill on each side.

[@IGqy]

It is taking form! It's exciting 😄

[@joshuawilson1989]

Lol.. I've got that exact level ... From a tv set ... That is funny

[@peterconway3306]

Great show Thats true life

[@daviddickson7494]

Great video guys

[@clydenakashima7393]

On removing the window I would have cut the siding so that I can access the flange and remove the fasteners that's holding the window. I notice that you are missing the trimmer studs on all your windows. Keep up the good work you and Jason will get the remodel finish soon.

[@stevenfoust3782]

Getting that door out to re install it properly ought to be interesting since you used construction adhesive as a sealant. You definitely need to fix it if you want to be happy.

[@Building_Jays_Way]

It will be fixed. You’ll just have to wait to see how🤣 nothing a sawzall can’t fix.

[@Joshua.McNabb]

The guy that built/worked on this house before you is the one everyone claims to know that “can do it cheaper” than the professionals 😂

[@MrTimequake]

That's every remodel ever. Codes were different then too, so what passed before might not now. My spare room from the 1930s had 1" cardboard for insulation. I'm sure this house they are working on has tons of two wire systems where now we have 3 wire. It's definitely interesting how things change in a short time (20years). I'd say they got more strict in what would pass now.

[@foxman4489]

Renovation is great when it’s built right the first time. If not then... you have that. Random issues. BUT that is one way to do it.

[@stephenhardegree4143]

AT 6:30 point, I have stop and remind myself you two are actual professionals. Otherwise, I find myself reaching for the truck keys, tool belt, and tools to make the 2 hour drive north! Great channel. Love the PB, but you two are GREAT!!

[@devonriel7131]

I noticed your existing window didn’t have cripples supporting your header. The shear strength of screws nowadays are good. But not that good. It would probably be a good idea to add those on your newly framed window. Big fan!

[@TheFlyingPI]

Great video

[@aujerbear]

Way to go!

[@MB12116]

13:49 “we got our zip tape on” should really be we have our sponsors Ziptape on, Jaime Perkins lol

[@DBoylie14]

Such a funny episode, great work guys. Love watching these!

[@DCS026]

Looking better all the time! Keep slugging away at it.

[@tonyaddy7825]

Ray Dude ! Becca Is beautiful!! awesome gopher!!

[@Building_Jays_Way]

Definitely!

[@markrichter7504]

That was a very funny video! Laughed my butt off.😂

[@danielcyrwus]

Damn you guys came to Tampa and didn’t make an announcement! I woulda totally bought you guys a beer at Busch Gardens!

[@Building_Jays_Way]

At 10$ a piece that would have been appreciated 🤣 We kind of mentioned something on Instagram. Thanks for the offer though. 🍻

[@zacharyflores5381]

I used some Lvp on a rental and it’s definitely one of the easiest solutions to funky flooring

[@wraith657]

Doode! The house is shaping up awesome! Nothing more satisfying than seeing actual change made.

[@Grantski2007]

That’s one way to do it. Love you guys can’t wait for the finished results

[@Building_Jays_Way]

Neither can we!! 🤣

[@thomasmaslen5320]

Love that new intro and the 4K footage! Keep it up guys you make my days better :)

[@Building_Jays_Way]

Thanks!

[@TheRealJonahWicky]

Some jack studs under the header would be a good idea on a bearing wall, just sayin'.

[@uriahmaney6585]

Looking good! Please don’t pick up, please don’t pick up 😂 that killed me. My sister and I would do that calling our mom to see who was golden.

[@Building_Jays_Way]

That was totally unplanned 🤣

[@haydne]

It's strange to me in the UK that your houses seem to be all timber with weather proof sidings on the outside and some sh*t on the inside, whilst we would use proper insulation and then plaster board and then plaster over it for a smooth finish you can paint or use wall paper. Well, horses for courses as they say!

[@robynnewton2080]

Nice, FANCY intro editing! Great video, content and humor as usual! And don't let youtube life stress and press you! You guys do great! And Nice shirt Becca!!! And just saw this...what happened to your ceiling?!? Looks like you're ahead on projects!

[@fredxoxo8673]

Very much enjoy watching you guys. On both yours and Perkins channels. But I have to say, your header above your window is basically useless without trimmers supporting it. Should have a continuous load path all the way to the sole plate.

[@stevenfoust3782]

Waiting to see the plan for making patched up t-111 look good. Good news is you found plenty of fresh lumber.

[@Building_Jays_Way]

Challenge accepted!

[@jasonweaver2566]

So glad you guys are back! Missed the uploads while you were on vacation!

[@XbigXmikeX21X]

Love the videos y'all keep me rolling even on the boss's KZbin channel....

[@rogermckee2770]

I have noticed that when you moved the door in the kitchen going out to the back deck the door is also located over the top step coming off the deck looks kinda dangerous

[@DiviPhotos]

Great video 👍

[@patkane5018]

Oh...too funny!! It's amazing you two get anything done!😁😎

[@Building_Jays_Way]

It’s the fun that allows us to get anything done. 🤣

[@patkane5018]

Having fun while you work is a rare thing, cherish every moment of it!!

[@richardcranium5518]

Y'all realize the back door pretty much opens up on the top step ? Love the videos !!!!

[@Building_Jays_Way]

What?! I moved that door 3 weeks ago! How did I not notice😉🤣 Yeah that’s a new feature🤣

[@Neeraj8653]

Keep em Coming

[@lucasmurphy3890]

Headlamp was a play for sure

[@jragadio]

Where are the jack studs to support the header over the window?

[@T.E.P.]

Good stuff guys! nice long vid! great editing and thanks for the enjoyment!

[@Building_Jays_Way]

As always Eric, thanks for your comment and feedback.

[@karanbhatia4866]

I love the new intro

[@Building_Jays_Way]

Thanks for noticing!

[@harryl7946]

Just a simple question: where are the Jacks for the window to transfer the load? 🧐 Surely the window itself isn’t supposed to transfer any load. Thinking glass might break. 🤔

[@LAWRENCIO11]

Happy Earth Day, from the Netherlands! Glad to see you contributing by re-using lumber :p

[@johnp1]

Good job moving the window. I'm surprised that it only took 3 hours :-)

[@ronniewalker2881]

good video man enjoyed it

[@Building_Jays_Way]

Thanks!

[@willthethrill360]

Don't tell Bekah, but it looks like she's running the whole operation! 🤣 If the Perkins Brothers are yelling her name at the farmhouse, she should be getting some commission.

[@bekahjones5480]

Why didn't I think if that?! 🤣

[@Chillituber]

Add Jack studs under the sill...

[@Building_Jays_Way]

Of course! We decided not to though because they weren’t there originally and the window fits between studs. This home was built in ‘79 though and the two windows I was trying to match each were built this way. Only one stud is missing. I’m sure it will be fine.

[@robertbeirne9813]

@@Building_Jays_Way it will be fine.

[@bertveldhuizen8699]

Confused about the header on the old window, not supported by jack studs?

[@Building_Jays_Way]

Yeah we realized that after the fact. This is Jay but I don’t think it is load bearing so that is why we left it. If that is not correct then I will have Ray answer it!! Lol.

[@tonygorton1874]

“Don’t let go of that thing” 😂😂

[@Mrzana101]

Just driving engagement over here, don't mind me.

[@Building_Jays_Way]

👍🏼 Thanks!

[@fauxmetaljacket3268]

I lost a finger tip, so I totally understand Jamie! Ugh,,,

[@mattbowers5342]

Ray looks like an Amish man with that beard and collared shirt!

[@markb.1259]

I kinda thought you'd regret putting Liquid Nails under the door threshold... haha

[@Building_Jays_Way]

Yeah, we totally forgot to plan on having some lexel to seal the threshold. We used what we had, now we’ll see how hard it’s going to be for us 🤣

[@javierpreciadojr413]

Yeah the door issue sucks...

[@micks9580]

I grabbed a bunch of scrap, I made 1 sawhorse also.. Thats the way.

[@andrewsamanthamadison3320]

Why only the tape at the bottom of the window? Awesome having fun while gettin it dun!

[@Building_Jays_Way]

So that if any water were to get in it would naturally flow to the bottom. Thanks for watching!

[@ItsAllAboutBrandon]

at their rate, this house will be complete in about 20 years!

[@Building_Jays_Way]

🤣 We’re getting close! Next is electrical and plumbing, which I may or may not film because I want to get it done. Drywall, flooring, cabinets. I don’t know why we chose the hardest thing to remodel in a house first 🤣

[@robertbeirne9813]

@@Building_Jays_Way get the hard part done and the rest is a piece of cake

[@jandshatton331]

@@Building_Jays_Way you gotta film that man! I'm in the process of doing all the electrical and plumbing for our house and need the encouragement. There is so much code so get ready. Hopefully you have ground wires already installed. Mine was built way back so no ground wires and I have to replace it all

[@Building_Jays_Way]

@J and S Hatton I may just do that for you. I’ve done most of the research in code for the electrical. All of my electrical will be new since I’m actually moving the kitchen. The only reason I don’t want to record it is because I’m sure something I’m going to do won’t be “exactly” right. Who says someone can’t try their best with limited or no experience though? You saying that you’re doing it is an encouragement to me.

[@jandshatton331]

@@Building_Jays_Way This is true! If there is one thing I can tell you it's that everyone does things a little differently and your never gonna do it the way someone else would. Just put it out there and let us all laugh and learn along with ya! If you need any help lmk I've done enough of it recently lol

[@ericbodart3838]

Good job guys. What’s the next step ? Cheers from Belgium 🇧🇪

[@Building_Jays_Way]

Plumbing and electrical, drywall, flooring, then moving the cabinets. We’re getting there slowly but surely.

[@52aberdeen1]

Beeccccaaaa ? You see this ??!! Laughs !!

[@bekahjones5480]

I'm here!! 😊😊

[@tammiehardersen7466]

Shouldn’t the zip tape be under the siding?

[@Building_Jays_Way]

Depends on who you ask! Lol

[@MrTheBurkes]

I'm here!

[@Building_Jays_Way]

As always! Thank you Mr. Burke’s!

[@milesharlan1]

Welcome to the nightmare!!!.Always great to see a Ray Jay video!! Keep up the good work guys!!

[@Building_Jays_Way]

@miles Harlan thanks!

[@milesharlan1]

Ray/ Jay What editing software do you use to create your videos? Run on Mac or PC or both..Thank You in advance..

[@MrTheBurkes]

@@Building_Jays_Way anything for the Builder Buddies!

[@johnpetry2541]

Another entertaining and informative video. I have to make three observations: First, as an old "professional homeowner" who bought our first house in 1978 for $ 19,200, I've run into EVERYTHING you guys have on your remodel. You have my sincerest sympathies! Second, your videos just keep getting better.---content, production, everything. Third, REBECCA is a SAINT! I married a "Becca" in 1976, and through many moves and remodels, and a final new build, I've come to realize that the true test of a marriage is how well you (as a couple) survive multiple kitchen remodels. Keep that in mind as you grow together. That might sound kinda trivial--but I assure you....it's not!

[@bekahjones5480]

We are realizing it isn't trivial for sure....😂 Sounds like you married a saint for sure! Im thankful Ray was willing to tackle the hardest job first just because I wanted it 😊

[@Building_Jays_Way]

Thanks so much for the encouragement and compliments!

[@dantolen3969]

You know what they say

[@8coustic]

Does the header have trimmer studs?

[@rjoac09]

Now when the window is no longer reachable from the porch how do you plan on cleaning it? 😅

[@thomasjoseph9224]

I noticed there’s no jack stud that goes to the header in both the original and new window. Shouldn’t there be one? I could be mistaken...

[@Building_Jays_Way]

Good eye. We should have talked about it in the video, but we noticed with these smaller windows that they didn’t include a jack stud. We went back and forth over whether we needed one (we’ve always included them in new construction), but we figured if they did it this way and it’s lasted 40+ years, then it’s ok to mimic it🤷🏼

[@thomasjoseph9224]

@@Building_Jays_Way hey thanks for the reply guys. Jack stud or not, I’m enjoying this series a lot! Keep up the great work

[@ryan-ee4fd]

Are there trimmer studs under those headers?

[@kschleic9053]

Was this originally a manufactured home? The extra studs in the wall kinda look like the end wall and first couple feet were framed seperately.

[@gsc9jmolt]

Was that ride at Busch gardens?

[@Building_Jays_Way]

Yes!! We had a blast!

[@gsc9jmolt]

@@Building_Jays_Way I went there 15 years ago ish... I had a blast! I live in North Alabama. That paintballing looked fun. I bet you got some good footage, I'd like to see that.

[@Beandiptheredneck]

No jack studs on those window frames? Never seen a lack of jacks combined with the presence of a header 🤔

[@Building_Jays_Way]

Neither have we, but that how it was installed before we moved it and that’s how the window we are matching it to is installed. Both windows are installed with only 1 stud above the header. We weren’t sure if this was an old construction method or what, but we figured if it’s lasted 40 years it’s probably good to replicate it since it was being moved in between an identical layout on the studs. Call us crazy🤷🏼

[@Beandiptheredneck]

@@Building_Jays_Way Honestly a space that wide doesn't really need a header. The only header in my house is above a 9 foot wide cutout for an addition, all the windows are 3 feet wide or less, its been that way since 1952 and it hasn't fell over yet 🤷‍♂️ I've cut out 10 feet of supporting wall before to make changes and it didn't sag at all 😳

[@Building_Jays_Way]

Yeah, we’re knew to this whole remodel thing. We just wanted to replicate what was done. We mulled over whether to add jacks and make it like new construction for a good while.

[@Beandiptheredneck]

@@Building_Jays_Way renovation/additions is 90% of what I do 😁

[@BWIL2515]

Beccas a saint u two are a mess great vid guys

[@Building_Jays_Way]

Thanks!

[@rhondakennedy819]

Why is there a hole underneath the window? Be kind to one another. Stay safe. Love to all

[@justinwhite3193]

Not gonna lie I would like to see a video of you guys playing paintball against them

[@Building_Jays_Way]

We tried. Ray wore the GoPro but it was on his chest so not a lot of good footage 😭

[@billdarling4010]

Do you buy work shoes 1 at a time ? Which first, right or left? Just wondering with the way you build horses I thought maybe you did everything like that.

[@Building_Jays_Way]

I usually buy my left shoe first. Then when I have time after working a full time job, working on my home, editing videos Then I’ll buy the right one...context is key.

[@billdarling4010]

@@Building_Jays_Way you guys are doing a great job, keep up the good work!

[@fredbosch5392]

You don't use trimmers (jack's) to support your header? Just wondering😊

[@Building_Jays_Way]

Yes, we do. We decided to go with how these windows were framed originally though. They framed them between studs as you saw in the video. It’s only really missing one stud. It’s not the way we wanted to do it, but the quickest. The ultimate decision maker was the fact this house was built in ‘79 and it hasn’t caused any problems.

[@mattschoular8844]

Hmmm....I'm thinking I would have added the Jack's.....it would've taken another 15 minutes....just sayin

[@warrenberring8085]

You can call him `Jaylo` though!

[@Building_Jays_Way]

That’s a great one. I can’t wait to start calling him that 🤣

[@AlwaysHonestReviews]

Whats next now? Crazy how the past 3 episodes you moved the sink, a door, and a window!

[@Building_Jays_Way]

Next big ticket items are plumbing and electrical. Plumbing is mostly done since we moved the sink, but we want to clean it up a little. After that it’s drywall, flooring and moving those cabinets.

[@pjakkur007]

As it is not my house i´m not going to mention that you put the flex-tape on the out side of the siding... 🤔

[@Building_Jays_Way]

I mean, I could have cut the siding back and put it on that blackboard stuff, but what does it matter? The windows will be trimmed out over the siding eventually and you won’t see it. Won’t it act the same way?

[@pjakkur007]

@@Building_Jays_Way 😁 you might want to ask the Perkins brothers about it as i´m just here to enjoy your videos and making an odd comment here and there lol and loving the reply´s 👍😎

[@MikeBrincat]

I have the exact same level as jay! 😂

[@Building_Jays_Way]

Do you know where you got it from? He doesn’t remember where his came from🤣

[@MikeBrincat]

@@Building_Jays_Way no idea, super handy though!

[@jordanflynn4600]

He puts the S T D in stud. All he needs is you! Lol

[@Building_Jays_Way]

🤣 good one!

[@Bucksturdie]

Come along now, Jones lad. Why isn't that beard braided yet? That's a beard prime for braiding if ever there was one. Get you looking like a viking

[@davegordon6943]

Wooden windows get one plate

[@JoshuaSHogg]

Did you move the door in front of the outside staircase? 😂

[@Building_Jays_Way]

How did we miss that?!😉

[@JoshuaSHogg]

@@Building_Jays_Way You guys are great and entertaining!😀

[@hunterscott7592]

Damn, Becca is super cute

[@gsc9jmolt]

85th...

[@yhwhflatearther774]

Great work! Just a question, is Ray a flat earth believer?

[@tombodet5642]

First

[@Building_Jays_Way]

First “first” comment 🤣