Worst ICF blow out I have had in years and its on a stem wall of all things 🙄

[@Reality_TV]

I love your attitude! It isn't about not making mistakes. It is about being able to fix any mistakes you make! Thanks for sharing this video. It will help someone else!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@americanpatriot2.06]

The thumbnail made it look much bigger. I thought it was a massive blowout from a full sized wall! LOL!

[@bradschmidt1780]

I’m not an expert but only learning about ICF construction. On another channel they recommended using a sharpie and write a giant X at any splice locations that need to strapped to avoid the blow out you experienced. Just thought I would pass this on. Thanks for making this video.

[@dirtdiggur]

Matt has been getting better with commentary. He is a good addition to the crew and channel.

[@tangowhisky14]

I really don’t want this build to end, hoping there are plenty more. Great video as always Mr DP.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@russellsmith3825]

Was this the place that you built the pond about new years last year?

[@CMDSR]

Amazing job by the truck drivers pouring into those narrow forms. 👍

[@4everskiing]

A retired major contractor lives with me and he use to have to deal with similar design problems. Speaking up will save the involved parties a lot of money and should be greatly appreciated (if delivered the right way). Keep up the good work.

[@markmitchell2794]

Sense of humor goes along way during construction work . Makes it all worth while

[@eddiepatterson5025]

There’s always a hiccup every now and then but you overcome it and move on. Looking forward to seeing the next video.

[@WeKnowEDKH]

I liked watching this project. Not burned out from watching it at all.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@donniebrown2896]

Until '08 I was a sub involved in new home construction here in central.Alabama. Because of our ground here and all the tornados full basements are very desired. Lots of excavation and most every house I worked in had a poured wall foundation. Even though all my work didn't start until the house was "dried in" I was always curious about everything. ICF still isn't used here, instead steel forms set up by one company and another to pour the concrete, all 6k psi. Three days later a bit of water proofing, back fill, then framing. Thanks for filling me in on your part.

[@Bcc0rg]

Love these ICF video's as the process is still not that common here in the UK, already waiting for the next!!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@VinoRatRodbuilds]

I live on the Central coast California, and there's a lot of people that don't know about ICF . I visit Coeur d'Alene Idaho a lot, and you still don't see them used much,

[@rons3103]

Hey Mike, I completely understand that when it is a big job, its not going to be a 1 or even 2 videos. Don't worry, we will be still watching if it is 3, 4 or even 5! BTW, you can get Matt one of those bummer stickers for his ICF blow out, "S*** HAPPENS! :)

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks Ron

[@aday1637]

Reminds me of a job back in 1973 on the Maryland DC line. We were shoring up an existing building to excavate 4 stories next to it. We were using 4x6 ft columns on one side and on the back there was a dirt shelf left that allowed us to form up and pour under the existing building. As we were pouring the form broke loose and my friend and boss yelled for someone to take the chain saw and cut the city sign down and bring it over asap. It was 6x8 aluminum 'Welcome to DC' mounted on wood poles. We quickly screwed it on and reinforced it and successfully completed the pour. This was on the corner of Western and Wisconsin Ave's. Not even sure if that building is still there. Guess the city wondered where their sign went.

[@jonruba4065]

Really enjoyed this project. Definitely wouldn't have gotten burnt out on it. Thanks 👍

[@xXBuckOFiveXx]

Keep um comin! I love these basement/ septic jobs and watch every minute.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@AmericanTradesmen]

I know there’s a lot more to the job than we get to see, but when it comes to your method for pouring those walls you make it look easy. Thanks for another cool video on this job.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks buddy

[@woodcutter6235]

Good video. And I like how ya had all your iron lined up in the end!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@dangerrangerlstc]

I will say, your videos have me looking for an ICF dealer in my area for the house we plan on building soon.

[@DirtPerfect]

I would strongly encourage that

[@125sm3]

Nice one, certainly had its obstacles to over come. Would be nice to see once the house is built and seeing the finished project.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks and will try to get some pics

[@SLCFarms]

I’ve enjoyed watching all the videos on this job. Look forward to watching it wrap up. It would be cool if you could do a follow up and show us the house now or complete.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks by and hope to

[@9428wayne]

Finally finished "Boom". If you had an 1:30 video no problem for me I'll watch it . I've watch 3hr videos and lives . Keep'em coming I'll be watching.

[@cranerigging3604]

Amen at 21:45 , let that overflow rest about 20 minutes ! I'm amazed how well the " pea gravel " mix was flowing and keep up the good work guys !

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@kingslawn]

Nice drone shot of the fleet lined up at the end 👍

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@fivehigh4718]

things going wrong always make the best videos!!

[@charlierose8164]

One thing about concrete is that it gives you 1 chance to build it right or it'll show you what you need to do next time

[@mikeseguin6443]

Job well done.You are lucky to have a great crew.Looking forward to watching the next video.👍👏🏼👏🏼🍿

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks and yes I am

[@chopshop6446]

Man Behind the Scenes told me them stem walls took longer because he wasn't there carrying you guys on his back. Any truth to that?

[@kevinkenyon7045]

Another great video, thanks for sharing. Kevin

[@micahmartin7326]

I put 500 gallons in my 1000 gallon septic and I still ended up with a gigantic concrete fishing bobber

[@Fatamus]

That must have one big assed turd to be fishing with a bobber that size. 💩 "There She Blows" The great Brown Whale.💩

[@jwg19444]

👍 Thanks for the vid. Seems like good compaction from the concrete and other heavy trucks running around the property

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks and yes

[@DavidJones-smiley]

That’s the driver you want in every truck!

[@davestuart6593]

Great job DP, would like to see the stick portion before finished,and an after shot upon completion,if possible....

[@earlsmithson4749]

Hay DP, very impressed with you and your team. Please give us a flyby when this home nears completion.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@pjs5191]

Lookin good as always Mike, always fun watching Jerry work, he’s truly an artist with that dozer. I sent some potential work your way. Have a friend who’s got a garage building pad in need of some work in Derby on Tide Road, think it might be kind of close to your shop. I passed him your name and he said he was going to have you come take a look.

[@kb198219k]

After working for three years on a traditional basement wall crew, I never thought I would be watching a youtube video on the subject. The ICF concept is interesting.

[@DirtPerfect]

We love it

[@paulprigge1209]

Front dump mixers make so much sense. I wish we had them Midwest rual Area but they are very expensive. We are obviously are not in a Very high populated area to justify

[@GRUBB-MUDD]

Tell your man it's not a concrete rake. It's a come-a-long. 😄

[@DavidJones-smiley]

Come-a-long is what you pull a tree with or truck out the mud! Hold my beer! No it’s not bud light!

[@cubleycat]

I am enjoying these videos Mike so I dont mind if there is more than one more, there is a lot of work gone into this job!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks appreciate that

[@danabennett7795]

Looks good DP Great work my friend

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@reliableteammember2956]

I have a question on ICF. We are having a house built the contractor is using ICF for the foundation (walk out basement). They started pouring this week and experienced a bad blowout. Had to to stop the pour. They poured 1 and 1/2 walls and filled 3 ft high with concrete. They are telling me that they are going to continue pouring this week and will now have a cold joint in the wall. The walls are 10 foot tall and I’m worried about having a cold joint in the wall. They are telling me while it’s not ideal but it will be fine with all the vertical and horizontal steel and exterior water proofing. Should I be concerned?

[@DirtPerfect]

No not if there’s rebar in it and they don’t have any voids when done

[@reliableteammember2956]

Thank you for your response. This makes me feel better about it! Love the channel!

[@paulr5875]

Great video Mike!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@Nocturnal2010]

Just remembered the ONE time I slipped into a footing and was damn near knee deep in concrete 🤣🤣🤣. Great job as always guys

[@pnwRC.]

25:06, "Pretty good" ISN'T the proper answer. Concrete Perfect is the proper answer!😅😂🤣😆 Great video Mr. Dirt Perfect, & crew!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks buddy

[@Eddie-so7pm]

Great job they're dirt perfect like always. I have a question for you dare perfect how much does it cost for that ICF compared to putting up plywood sheets. I know the ICF has insulation value but I was just curious about the cost per square foot. ?

[@michaelkoop6731]

Good job. Once in awhile a blow gives u hell. But u all did a great job.

[@kWT49]

It's crazy how much different the codes are. Here you can pretty much put in field line in what. Mine is in solid rock.

[@mathtime4578]

You guys do a good job. For your short walls I would look into a set of aluminum 3x4s. I really think you would like them. I guess it would depend on the amount you do a year if it would be cost effective. The blowout wasn't to bad, glad you got it fixed and able to finish. Next time you go to st. Louis come by and run our telebelt. You might want to mount one on your 6x6 because you like it so well lol. Have a great day.

[@DirtPerfect]

👍

[@emiliosolis5056]

I enjoy your videos and another video on this job would be great especially if it included Jerry making art with that DOZER.

[@makingithappen5178]

What happiness that you live where you live. It does not require many degrees below zero for this to freeze to pieces. We now have -25 ℃ = -13 ℉ and all concrete jobs must be made very hot.

[@ati-equipment5947]

Winters are mild so no real ground freezing. Up North, we have to tent and put heaters on winter pours.

[@makingithappen5178]

@@ati-equipment5947 Jeupp.

[@daytonaferris9670]

I love your videos I do drywall and not framing or building, I do light framing or metal stud framing but not hours bulk heads basements little stuff but I still come watch every video

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks appreciate that

[@vaughnhill3437]

The one thing about those walls you cant say it dont have plenty of insulation. Its on both sides of the wall so its for sure insulated

[@DirtPerfect]

Yup

[@bartpowers9972]

They use to rate them at a r 40 but that was 15 years ago

[@anthonypigeau9456]

Hey DP.. What about turning the skil saw blade backwards? Might work better for cutting the ICF. Keep up the awesome vids

[@DirtPerfect]

It don’t have tried thanks

[@GRUBB-MUDD]

U said get paid for sq ft, did u mean linear feet? Jw I've done a few ICF b4 up here in Central indiana

[@DirtPerfect]

No square foot

[@johnsmart3587]

DP, How about you "create" a more narrow "vee" shaped end to chute for a more detailed wall pour? , Thanks for all your entertainment and education.

[@jdshahan5725]

If you can find a dog halo collar and then attach a vinyl hose to the bottom of it so the mud drops straight down a 4” hose, it’s pretty easy and works like a pump truck without the price tag

[@bnewton5922]

Big house big foot print equals big job. Plus septic and drains. Hope we get to see the house down the road. On to the next job.

[@luckeychuckey70]

13:35 All the Pepsi you drink you couldn't feel that LOL

[@jcadult101]

25:55 I for one don't mind longer than expected projects, you keep it light and entertaining. Certainly not 'burned out'. I guess if you over analyzed it, it's just another ICF job, right? But you make each one captivating in it's own way.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@randyschneider6086]

Put several 1000 gallon holding tanks at a cottage division at nearby lake,one was beside a shed with no evestroughs,he had it pumped out in the fall,come spring it was floating a foot higher,a 1000 gallon concrete tank! When installing fiberglass or poly septic tanks always put water in them quick,except the deep burial ones.

[@mikenixon9164]

Do you show Jerry giving you hell again?LOL .good video.

[@martymclamb5750]

That’s how you handle pressure💪💪

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@georgemckenzie2525]

I have used cement board over the water sealing, put in my drainage and backfilled before the pour. I also put half inch or five eighths plyweed that stays on the interior wall

[@andrewshullick4319]

Haha blame captain he did it awesome video

[@jaymann]

One and a half hour videos? Sounds great to me, Mike. 😂 great job as usual, guys.

[@DirtPerfect]

👍😁

[@phantomwalker8251]

@@DirtPerfect bugger that,,too much work. i build hebel houses. on steel or timber frame. sound proof & insulated. easy,quik.. that system you have ive seen in u.k, europe., rubbish if you ask me. i can finish a 110 sq house in a wk.. hebel only.. 2 stroy inc scaff,3 wk..

[@phantomwalker8251]

@@DirtPerfect cutting foam,,,diamond smooth blade.easy..

[@phantomwalker8251]

@@DirtPerfect we built a house for a greeni woman. hebel,thermolock,bubble wrap,rock wool,double glazing,roof wrap,... ill bet she needs the heater all yr.. stupid..

[@Anth_71]

how awesome was the concrete truck divers skills!

[@smity7096]

It always goes good if the concrete truck driver knows what hes doing.

[@calvind65]

Hey you might try building a funnel to direct the cemet down the wall when you just use a truck.. I used a funnel i built and the concrete driver was quite impressed how well it worked.. the funnel even smoothed the cement out when pulled to new section to fill..

[@DirtPerfect]

No height for that

[@inekelassooij840]

Top gedaan ziet er goed uit 🤩👍 Groetjes uit Holland 👋🏼👋🏼

[@dotbearwoodworking9342]

So you like angles??? Or no?? Great job guys!!!

[@DirtPerfect]

Lol i am good for a while

[@Fatamus]

D A M N ! I hate it when that happens. Talking about high stress and working in high gear to recover as much as can be and then there is the clean up. Whispering :Psssssst when 'they' are not looking sweep it under the carpet or carport. 😄

[@timothytucker2804]

Like always awesome job 👍👍

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@EdwardTilley]

Hope you will be able to come back once the building is sat on top of this foundation here. Am surprised not to see weaping tile in this construction.

[@everestyeti]

Shame but you definitely did the right thing in calling it a day, you never know what damage an out of shape plough would have caused to your dozer. Think your right, the 8" plough was a lot better. 👍🤗

[@brock8199]

Could make a boot for the end of the chute, pour it at a six. easy money. I don't really miss those types of pours, but you can knock it out pretty fast if you know what you're doing. You can tell it wasn't the first drivers first day by how he treated the transition at 20:00

[@geraldheitman7687]

Doing a dirty job, a blow out and everyone is laughing WOW how cool !!

[@ValentinArzola]

Nice job. What happened with the vibrator to take out the air pockets in the concrete?

[@trentw3614]

Had the same issues with intersecting walls like that and really the corners in general, started putting 2 foot sections of OSB from top to bottom, seemed to solve the problem.

[@billmccance7762]

AMVIC makes and ICF Tee block which has good web strength

[@Gen_X_Jimmy]

Mike Matt and Robbie you guys are a good team but we still miss Aaron and Capitan lol Love the video's keep them coming.

[@joemascioni3101]

I didn't understand the title to this video until I got to see the problem, I was thinking...there is enough bracing and inner structure to hold the cement and the wall is only half as tall...then the "aha" moment when you show the splice and what you cut out on the inside to make the "T".

[@burtbrooks7731]

Haha!! Y’all call me crutches, we call em stiff backs👍👍 I HATE them foam forms🤬

[@sherifnabil9663]

Are icf blocks prone to blow outs even if you pour 4 feet at a time?

[@joshuawiedenbeck6944]

@@sherifnabil9663 Not if you reinforce them where the instructions say to. The issue he had was they had a seam close to where they cut an internal bracket. There was nothing to hold the foam from blowing out.

[@alwayshungry24]

i have watched every vid from the begining till this one in just 2 days lol man i need a life lol

[@DirtPerfect]

Lol

[@dansevern3291]

My next house will be a rectangle.

[@williammatthews2948]

Momma said there'd be days like this, and boy was she right.

[@Fatamus]

And she under estimated it too😄

[@williammatthews2948]

@@Fatamus And then some.

[@idadho]

Dirt almost Perfect Only the destination counts. How you get there doesn't matter. Some days are like making sausage.

[@MrCarl312]

This video is just started, the first thing, I don't think you have enough bracing on those forms. Braces should be about every three to four feet all the way around. Both on the outside and inside of the form.

[@DirtPerfect]

Lol no sir sorry that’s not true at all

[@williamdegnan4718]

You had too much coffee, perhaps? Getting motion sick from the flash pans. If you must pan, don't. 🤣

[@larryiowatexasrooster9317]

👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🗽🙏🏻 Enjoyed! Good job, well done. Do you pour the floors?

[@Matt-mq1ep]

Need to buy an 'elephant trunk', lol At least thats what we call them at work. Clips on end of concrete chute and has a short flex hose to drop down into openings. We use to block fill storm sewer boxes.

[@DirtPerfect]

Yup have one

[@charliedalmasso4672]

Indoor swimming pool in the basement, that's fancy !

[@DirtPerfect]

Was

[@andymoss3132]

Got to hear about the septic tank issue.

[@B00ZEBAR0N]

What's going on top of all these 2' concrete walls? Is this a duplex? Trying to figure out the reason for the cement wall running thru the center of the house? If you're putting like a 2x6" finish atop the ICF work to the ceiling joists. What's covering the ICF on the exterior!?? Just curious. Curious build

[@DirtPerfect]

Grage

[@BG-vq9fd]

I like the narration.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@frank4532]

Thanks Mike

[@Crewsy]

I can understand doing a stem wall there and having a crawl space under the master bedroom but I can’t understand a house like that built here where you have to go so much deeper for the frost line but they do them. I think this is the first ICF I’ve seen you do with intersecting walls. That sure complicates the build and pour.

[@DirtPerfect]

Yes it does

[@oandres4346]

Love your videos. Do you have a video of pouring and bracing for a two story? If so could you provide a direct link to it. Thanks

[@DirtPerfect]

Filming one now will be up in a month or so

[@jeffhunley7008]

Those icf are a lot easier then the old western alum forms 3ft by 9ft set them pour them strip them rerack them and you know you put in a couple hard days work .

[@DavidJones-smiley]

Ours was 3x8 alum and ya hard work set pour on Monday strip set pour tues wens thrus Friday and strip on sat

[@ahraitch6218]

I watched your ICF pour episodes. When you placed the first course of forms, I I didn’t see any vertical rebar coming out of the footings. Did I miss seeing them or were they not there? Is the wall not tied into the footing? Also, what purpose does the sealer at the footing and wall seam serve?

[@DirtPerfect]

Yup covered that very well in the footer video

[@charlesfreed7834]

Another good job need some good shop videos

[@DirtPerfect]

Will have this winter

[@doug9418]

Hey DP, a quick question about the USA flags in your shop why the difference in color? What are there meanings? Btw great video, God Bless and have a great day Sir.

[@DirtPerfect]

Yes represent different departments

[@wildtimbrown]

Jeez, the suspense is KILLING me! ;-)

[@hornefoundations]

You guy's should definitely be wearing some rubber gloves when pouring/handeling concrete...not that easy to get concrete burns on your hands but, you definitely could on the backside/top of your hands through the pores in your skin.