How To Build A Deck // DIY Home Improvement

Lowe's Sponsored this video where I show how easy it can be to build a deck. I used their easy to use Deck Designer Software to design a beautiful and easy to build deck, then took the print out into Lowe's where they gathered the materials for me and delivered it right to the building site.
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[@user-rp1lx3rq1s]

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[@whenmountainsmove]

I’ve seen a lot of bull shit decks that are easily done, lazy craftsmanship. Though this video is a little on the advanced side. This is a legit deck. It really doesn’t get much better than this. It was brilliantly laid out. No chatter. No dumb music. Thanks for sharing this. I’ve watched over 30 videos tonight and this is the one.

[@carlindurfee7566]

How can people legally get away with all the permits and codes. Do they just not ever planning to sell the house so it doesn’t matter

[@CamMccarthy-mz1bn]

They dont it bites them in the ass when the property value is assesed and the plans dont show a deck than they get fined ans it has to be inspected ans than they get a permit​@carlindurfee7566

[@NiPz88]

You know it's late when you're watching ''how to build a deck'' when you dont even own a house!

[@AltierOptions]

Same lool

[@rollbluntz1]

Don’t have a house. Don’t have any tools. Don’t have the time, money, or patience. Definitely too late lmao

[@mikebrian2557]

Lmao hilarious

[@barbkeen1221]

@Andrew Pingwin Preach!! 😂😂

[@TriggaTreDay]

@BigDaddyMattable its 4:07am for me LMAO ;D .

[@FlockofSmeagles]

My father built two decks around our house one summer when I was kid. This really makes me appreciate what he did. Because he made it seem like it was just another day in the park.

[@AP-no9br]

One of the most straight forward, comprehensive videos I’ve seen explaining each step…and I’ve built decks before. Very well done without making the video unnecessarily long like others.

[@alpha_verun6784]

Man i swear , i did framing with my step father for 3 years and hated every day of it , but could never figure out why. Then i watch this man's videos and realise that everything we did was the hard way not the smart way.

[@clarknawrocki9718]

Because nobody pays their bills in construction that's why I quit in the 90s and started driving semi no more begging for your paycheck

[@Patriot4TheTree]

One thing you did wrong. I didn't see a beer throughout the entire video. You can't build an outdoor structure, without the presence of a frosty beverage.

[@meelis79]

What about 16:02 ?

[@Patriot4TheTree]

@@meelis79 It could be. I'm not sure. It could be a Red Bull. Or, it could be a Coors Light. Coors Light still doesn't qualify as beer, however. But, good eye.

[@silverfox8801]

👍👍🍺🍺😂😂

[@itsokaytobeclownpilled5937]

Patriot4TheTree Real men drink PBR 😂

[@travistaylor6110]

Ah such a good comment! Now the real question is.... IPA, or no IPA?🤔

[@et5895]

I started my deck about 2 weeks ago following this video and oh my god I feel like superman! Super easy to follow and while it will take some time (5 foot woman with not much for strength) for me to finish, I'm very excited! I've gotten more help with the sections I don't feel comfortable doing and I'm having someone build the stairs for me since I don't even want to attempt that and mess up what I've done. This is tiring work but has been worth it already. THANK YOU!!! Anybody that thinks you can't do this, you're more than wrong! You can! And you will! So satisfying!

[@ThirdCoastCraftsman]

So glad to hear that. Enjoying your finished deck will be 10 times more rewarding since you built it!

[@sandraramirezfreshimagesco5881]

How much is it costing you?

[@AshleyBuskirk]

This DIY home improvement video on deck building was fantastic. It not only saved me a ton of money on labor but also gave me the confidence to take on more DIY projects. Highly recommended!

[@infamousdemon9891]

I’m 23 I’ve been building decks for about a year now and it’s honestly the one thing that makes me feel like I accomplish things in life. Wish I would’ve chose trade school before I racked up $30k in student loans but I live and learn. Hope more young people get into trades.

[@johndave6415]

Sir how long it takes to build a beautiful and durable deck?

[@patrickdenny16]

Those footings are massive! As a deck builder Its rare to find a customer who is comfortable with the extra cost. Im glad to see you put in the extra effort and didnt shy away from a difficult task! Keep up the good work!

[@x2xtreme360]

Thanks to your help, I was able to complete my deck in just under 17 minutes!

[@Ok-ik4ww]

what size is the deck and how many people on the job. a 12f X 16f deck takes 4 guys 1 and a half days to complete

[@trothebro]

There's always that one guy whose head it just flies right over

[@Adub771]

😂😂😂

[@jgoat5248]

Lax God It’s a joke 😆

[@Vlad-ss5pm]

Im in comstruction but i still never get tired of watching things getting built

[@pat4455]

As a self-made handyperson, this was the best and most helpful deck video yet. The key points that you touched on pretty much answered all of the detail I have been struggling with ie ending with a full deck board

[@WELCOMEHOMENFP]

Amazing! You saved my new job with this video. I'm a project manager of a small construction company. I have to bid out all materials and labor. I haven't done this in 20 yrs since my husband passed. We had our own small construction company. God Bless You my dear!

[@silentline7698]

Larry Haun taught me what my father never did. This guy is to the point, practical, step by step, and even puts in some humor and humility. A teacher of teachers while being single handedly a mentor to hundreds of thousands that will never get to meet him in person to shake his hand or give him a hug. Shout out to this channel for keeping it all flowing. I thank you one and all who keep this content posted.

[@WAJSSJ]

Tip for those building a deck.. Increase the beam size using a free beam calculator like forte, increases the distance it can span unsupported.. Then you don't have to dig as many footings. Cost is usually a wash. Great video!

[@Solitudelakemanagement]

No matter how we all ended up here, we're glad we did! Thanks Third Coast Craftsman, this was very educational.

[@errorgridrecords]

Thank you for not adding obnoxious music to your montage. It makes it so much more enjoyable to watch.

[@heazy9744]

I knew I had to hire someone to build my deck as soon as he said parallelogram.

[@dawnperez8065]

🤣

[@markweinreb2807]

My thoughts exactly. My ruler only goes up to 2 feet.

[@diyhacksandmore2644]

@@markweinreb2807 You mean 4 inches BAHAHAH!

[@gregsmith4342]

Lol

[@-Caroline-]

Yesssss lol

[@justincrissman8981]

Make sure to ask your local inspector.....you’re a funny guy

[@Uneed2Cheat]

My local what?

[@shane1489]

Live free or die🇺🇸

[@jameswhitman8710]

I did ask Inspector Clooso and he recommended a haambuuga.

[@MrDavidelliottjr]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 yup

[@cruzcabrera57]

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[@KomarProject]

Perfect timing brother. I’m making one very soon.

[@billabney243]

I hope you got your building permit.

[@Shreddylife]

@@billabney243 Who's she

[@gkkent]

Late to the party but wanted to let you know you are a great teacher! I appreciate your eye for detail and the craftsmanship of your work!!

[@tuna4483]

I know this posted 4 years ago, but thank you so much for explaining every step of the way💜💜

[@gsnad]

Dang, I was just THINKING about putting a deck on the back of my house. Hadn't told anyone, not even my wife. FBI agents really got my back these days🤔

[@Munthegun]

Gabe Larsen creepy isn’t it?

[@markvylonis]

YOUR A DUMB SMARTASS(DUMBASS) ! WE DONT NEED YOU HERE. PEOPLE ARE HERE TO LEARN, WE DONT NEED SMARTASS COMMENTS LIKE YOURS .

[@cybergimp]

my neighbors built a deck last weekend and this popped up on my feed today.....

[@carlosandleon]

@@markvylonis you're*

[@shipmastershadowofintent5249]

Ik we do. Everyone has a personal fbi agent. And then we have a cia agent and then well idk whats aboce that bc it classified

[@8cupsCoffee]

This is the best video I've seen on the basics of this project. Will be watching it about 20 more times before we start ours this spring! Thanks so much!

[@diggingmystyle]

This is perhaps the best video I've seen on building the foundation for a deck.

[@norritecom]

Interesting how watching a DYI deck building video convinced me to hire a professional 😳

[@_K_W]

Was thinking the same

[@MrKitty-zv3dl]

Came here to learn how to build a deck but remembered my wife already knows everything...

[@Eatbeans6739]

Mr. Kitty Ah, I think I saw her comment the day. She goes by the name Ms Google.

[@cantstopwalkingbutlovemowing]

Bahahahaha

[@antoalvarez91]

Dead 💀 😂😂😂

[@chrisvegaofficial5811]

Lmfao that so dam true if you need to know a answer to a question don’t go to google jus go to your wife 😂

[@LaoZi2023]

@@chrisvegaofficial5811 , but then you have to go back and repair it when she's not around...

[@rebeleazy9221]

I don’t understand why anyone could dislike this video. You guys did an amazing job. Great commentary also.

[@Jordan_Dossou]

@Liam O’Neil 😁

[@ghostbusterstony7317]

My wife and I just bought a house. I haven’t done anything like this before. But I’m going to give it a try

[@ericpena1048]

any updates? did you get the deck built ?

[@nomadicbodyworx]

This was freakin perfect. Well laid out steps to follow, the way shots were filmed and their transition, and the way you speak flows. Thank you! Retreat center projects in the redwoods!

[@FPShkED]

This is not a DIY project. This is pro work!

[@Maddox1991]

Im a badass welder fabricator worked very lil with wood but watching this has helped. You do great work man thanks for the lessons

[@sdsumiguel5937]

Wife bought me my first tool set today. Taking it back in the morning after watching this.

[@Mike-gz4xn]

Ha ha what did you get? What do you have now?

[@onyx9857]

@@Mike-gz4xn Ryobi at the time. Now i have Milwaukee.

[@rodriguezestates1324]

Now that's how you build a sturdy good quality deck. Great job! Best I've seen.

[@ratherbecampin]

@LOWES get my man a bigger miter saw!!! This was a great video explaining this process. I am currently stressing building a new deck and this has really helped me calm my jets. Thanks brother.

[@weberwoodshop]

Great video! One of these days I’ll get around to rebuilding my deck and I’ll refer back to this again. Thanks!

[@MrVARhythm]

This is good. You cover everything well, give solid advice, and you don't waste time.

[@JohnSmith-ys4nl]

Very good demonstration of how to build a "floating" deck with no ledger board connection. Makes it easier because you don't have to worry about properly sealing/flashing the ledger which a lot of people don't get right. I would much rather dig extra footings than use a ledger connection.

[@asa6295]

I love your work and your dog he is the Best inspector

[@georgedavis5003]

Never seen the speed square under the tape trick when laying out your joists. Looks very effective!

[@madman__]

Thank you so much. You are a very considerate person. You also seem very smart. We're purchasing our first home and this is the first upgrade it so badly needs. Thank you for making this video!

[@ihabiano]

Amazingly well- explained! Best decking video I've seen! Thanks!!!

[@baq8680]

Beautifully done and very well thought out! Thanks for sharing your knowledge... I only wish when I build our deck next spring I do half as good a job! Thanks again!

[@robertbaan7863]

Finally someone who kinda knows how to build a deck made a video on how to build a deck.

[@DirdyBirdy]

All done without a framing nailer, palm nailer and GRK lag bolts. Oh and last but not least a quick drive for the floor boards. You guys are awesome!

[@mvp2189]

Great job and very well thought out, using this as the basis for my deck! Thanks for the help

[@oddsmasterspod]

I just spent 16 minutes watching you build a deck, I regret nothing

[@skutsenkow]

This was a thing of beauty!

[@VIPPoolsandSpas]

Should do a video on building a deck around a hot tub. It's insane on how many people have to idea how to build around the tub. You have get in all around the hot tub if any repairs come up.

[@sp1068]

Your build quality is the best I've seen yet. Thanks for the video.

[@raynechantel2738]

Great video I love how you explain the math and steps - I really liked the railing explanation. Nice job and Love your dog, he's quite the stickler for making sure your work is impeccable!

[@BlakeTWiley]

lol...building permit. Thats cute.

[@scientist100]

I hated every time he said "code" and "permit". Ok, lets call the inspector to see if this is secure. Worst case is you break a leg if you fall but that's solely your responsibility of using a deck. You can opt to not use it xD

[@BatmanPwnage]

@@scientist100 I dont know what part of florida he lives in but in my area its a fat ass fine. I cant get rid of my trees without having to ask permission and I have to replace them with another tree. He prolly just wants to make sure so a 5k fine doesnt show up at his house.

[@honestlyhaylea]

scientist100 I mean.... he isn’t going to make a video and say that he doesn’t care if you follow code. Someone watching could come back saying they watched his video and something could come back on him for false information. And since he recorded building it, he could’ve been fined if they reported the video not following major safety requirements

[@erickgutierrez6743]

To be fair, if its unpermitted, you're gonna have a tough task selling it. You are gonna have to demo it before it would qualify for most financing. The value a PERMITTED deck adds to your home value, offsets the ass pain to get it.

[@danesstang9307]

Almost all cities have permit requirements to build a deck. Decks 200sq ft or larger and/or attached to the house require a permit

[@Kaygee79]

As someone who inspects construction for a living, this was fun to watch! :)

[@cmleoj]

I did enjoy watching this video and I learned some things. Great overall explanation to building a deck. At first I thought this was a giant commercial for Lowes, but by the end I was pleasantly impressed. Thanks for this video.

[@Jeremy_Card]

This was one of the most informative videos I've seen so far, thank you!

[@powelld123]

…and another lunch hour flashes by! Great work and a great watch. Thanks!

[@davidhill2444]

Amazing job! To sit back and look at the finished product must feel good.

[@Gund0235]

This was by far the best video of building a diy free standing deck on KZbin. I just completed the demo of my crumbling concrete steps and built a small 6’x7’ porch following this video. Only difference was that my beams and deck board run parallel to the house instead of perpendicular.

[@joshgold6165]

I noticed he never used a level upon building the foundation, can u pls explain why not..I'm a novice. Ty

[@EddieInzauto]

@@joshgold6165 He leveled the line after pouring the concrete and cut the supporting posts tot the height of the line. Each post might be a different height because of diffferences in the concrete height, but the tops will be level (with a deliberate, slight downslope for rain runoff)

[@jaymekelly7428]

Just built my first 8x8 floating deck just on deck blocks for a mobile home. My Bosch dot laser was a game changer to shoot in the height of my posts. I learned alot from this video to make things easier for next time. So thank you.

[@CReevesMakes]

The single best deck build video I have seen! Well done Chris and thank you for ALL of the information and video footage. Very helpful!

[@morefloordoor]

the dog was the coolest part

[@jeremiahgeorgescu3771]

This video started my decking career

[@bohicasnafufubar]

I about to build a deck for my swimming pool. The information here is pure gold.

[@jowoo7237]

Thanks for no corny music. Thanks for your content.

[@jasonwomack4064]

Pretty good video. Bonus for telling people to let the wood season before coating with anything. One issue though, in all my years of construction the one thing an inspector will tell you to correct, is the lack of gap in the decking. You could be fishing those boards out of the ocean, but it's still better to finish nail as a spacer to avoid a headache.

[@erosario64]

I learned more from this video than in a dozen other videos I’ve seen on KZbin.

[@Alex-xn2yu]

This is the Cleanest & beautiful deck building tutorial I have ever seen , jesus ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@jamesshawn399]

Really nice work!! Thanks the most for mentioning the deck builder app on Lowes web site!!

[@mmodnao]

1081 dislikers followed the instructions but ended up with a bird house.

[@danochiara8544]

Well, for whatever reason....this made me laugh out loud

[@Austin-ui8in]

ROFL

[@xAudioBeatzz]

The Dislikers probably know how to properly build a deck. This is not proper. It’s very very cheap.

[@stefanlebronjrmoneygram_ma5430]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@jordanf1979]

I can not thank you enough for this video! Helped me so much at my first crack building a deck!

[@drewmesiano7602]

Fast forward to 2022 first step in building a deck is to secure a second mortgage so you can buy the materials . LGB!!

[@savonprice9821]

Im taking structural analysis now and we’re going over load calculations for girders and beams. So this is pretty interesting to me!!

[@MZ-rv1bu]

I had to watch twice, the first time I was captivated by the dog.

[@stacifitzpatrick3607]

There are some good comments. Lots of good laughs from them 😂 this is the best KZbin video I've seen in a long time.

[@paulhenson6893]

Lovely workmanship

[@jamieofalltrades536]

Wow someone that knows what they are talking about. I'm in the trade and I laugh at 90% of the videos I watch. You are very informative and thorough. I enjoyed the video, great work!

[@xAudioBeatzz]

If your in the trade then you should know this deck is very cheap and half assed lmao

[@julicas76]

I agree I'm in the trade and this is the standard way to build a deck and it's very well explained except for the Hangers wich are unnecessary

[@HighwaytoSunshine]

it's funny how the dog is literally inspecting everything lol

[@cdx873v]

That's the "building inspector" he keeps mentioning

[@johnnyrailroad6921]

My dog does the same.

[@TheDruidsDen]

I'm finally about to build the deck outside my sliding glass door, this helps a ton, THANKS ✌️♥️🌲🍄

[@kathleenschwarksteppler5810]

This is fantastic! I am learning to price residential remodels; I need to understand all the pieces and all the steps that go into the remodels to price it. I've watched this video 4 times, consecutively, to really understand the work. Now, I need to go build me a deck to prove I can! LOL

[@Rosie-tu7fq]

beautiful work, you're an inspiration!

[@randyd3649]

Went from game show bloopers to deck building in 15 minutes. God I love KZbin!

[@dorothygracy1953]

Love watching the dog checking the work out.

[@spectreactual6884]

Deck work was always my favorite. Sweet job, keep it up

[@Grimey8lues3x]

nice job bro... nothing like watching work on ur day off lol... you should do a second video of the stain and landscape part

[@ScylockeX]

That bevel cut was so manly.

[@randynapolitano68]

I've built a lot of decks, you are spot on!! Good job!!

[@qaisnas4898]

Wow watching your video make me think that I'm already professional deck builder which I'm thinking to build my own.

[@AL-rm7vm]

I have absolutely no idea what the hell is going on but watching you hammer screws made me feel like I could do anything

[@joshuaeverett5616]

A L you hammer nails not screws 😂 that’s what the driver is for

[@alikashifsride]

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[@skeetorkiftwon]

@@joshuaeverett5616 Larry Haun hammers in screws with one hit.

[@nicholasgray924]

@@skeetorkiftwon your comment made my day. We lost a framing hero.

[@skeetorkiftwon]

@@nicholasgray924 Now now, just remember every time you one shot that 10d the Haun spirit guides your hand. Thank him with this prayer: "Tuba 4 Tuba 6, with practice I'll be good at this!"

[@AstiSteakhouseDishes]

This guy is a wizard. Makes it look so damn easy: spoiler alert, it isn’t! Dude has more skill in his pinky than I do in my whole body lol

[@lindin2332]

Because of you I now build decks enjoying the awesomeness of great pay and my own schedule 😲 thanks cousin!

[@DanielDemir]

The best decking videos I have ever seen on KZbin including my own decking video on my youtube channel :)

[@charleswooters]

The dog back like the supervisor/boss most check everything :)

[@alikashifsride]

Hi, We are professional Deckbuilders proudly serve Toronto, Richmond Hill, Maple, Vaughan and surrounding GTA area. decksforlife.ca/ Decks for life mission is to transform your custom deck dreams into the outstanding and functional masterpieces in your outdoor living space. Due to our knowledge, experience and many years of constant improvement all our clients are sincerely grateful and satisfied. It doesn’t matter what kind of custom deck or construction you would like to install in the territory of your property, our professionals will agree every step with you, help choose high-quality materials and advise what deck design will be the most suitable for your home. Decks for Life also provides repairs services. We proudly serve Toronto, Richmond Hill, Maple, Vaughan and surrounding GTA area. You can visit the our site for knowing more about the Pro tips.

[@younggunz4081]

I’m just here to read the “expert” comments.

[@AA-yz4od]

you sir are a gift from the deck building gods....

[@paulbae1959]

love the cameos from the dog 🐕

[@tbuijer9554]

13:02 ...why i love the metric system....great job btw

[@nicovmods]

that's nothing, wait till you do some strenght calculations in mechanical engineering, thank god i'm schooled in metric... all kinds of crazy correction factors

[@Lomitatawa]

60/4=15 ... so 15 free to 13 full ... easy quick mental calculation so I learned that ... am German

[@bandaidbrandd]

Exactly

[@Juuhimuuhi]

metric better anyways

[@HK-sp1pl]

That spacer looks rougly 99mm wide

[@bennierheeder7015]

Great build and simple explanations. One thing to mention, and maybe I missed it, is to call utility companies to come mark lines before digging post footings. Always learn something watching your vids. Thanks man.

[@Joshua79C]

Always call Dig Safe before hand, indeed.

[@maimclean7493]

I came to learn how to build the deck. and fall in 💘 with the puppy.

[@chosentreasuresjewelry1319]

This video convinced me that I need to hire somebody to build my deck but hey that Lowes app is cool!