I'm not a builder nor am I in construction. I'm a fabricator by trade. I'm telling you that to tell you this. I watch your videos because I use the information you teach in my everyday life. You are an inspiration to everyone who strives for perfection. We can take this information and put it to work in so many different applications. Thank you Kyle and Greg. We really appreciate the work you put in because I know you are working two jobs to create this content and neither one is easy. Thank you again.

I am fully impressed! It’s just a complete kzread.infoUgkxGqOCINHE0Z0E5gxzSdNi9NWGugRY5Hm2 plan with the best resources and step by step instructions . These shed plans are so satisfying as if the sheds build themselves on their own. Worthy work Ryan!

Surveyor here. As someone who sets points to within 1/16th of an inch all day, I approve this layout. Nice work. My advice to people watching, learn math and save money. Dont hire us, unless of course you dont trust your math skills or need to save time and have the money in the budget.

I'm a 'retired' builder and watching you guys brings back so many fun memories. Sometimes the job sucks, and things get a little beyond your control, but keeping your head and lines tight is the story you can walk away with.

You rock... I appreciate you bringing it all down to a novice level. Helps us understand.

I'm an engineer and always learn alot from your builds. You guys are fun to watch too. Thanks for taking the time to record what you guys do and share your knowledge in such an enjoyable way.

I owned a metal building business for over 20 yrs and you are spot on point and you explain very well . I am now retired due to cancer but I’m still here to enjoy your videos . Very good job friend

@glara8295

10 ай бұрын

wish you well

Thanks for your careful attention to details. You don't get what you "expect." You get what you "inspect." Great videography and audio.

One of the best tutorials I've seen. All of the pertinent information, well articulated and laid out, not dry and "instructiony" like many others, and you even threw in a bit of comedy for good measure (pun). Very well done.

Excellent video my friend. I had been in the trades for 30 years or so now and it is so nice to see a contractor taking a few extra minutes to make sure that the envelope of the structure to be built is perfectly square. What people do not realize is that, if you are just slightly off, every trade that comes in after you will have to fight it in order to make things work. The few extra minutes spent laying envelope out correctly now will save a lot of money in the end, as the contractors that come in after you will not have to wast all that time attempting to figure a way to make it work. The little details can make you or break you, and it is refreshing to see a guy that takes the time to do things the right way! Good job! I just started following you and am excited to see what else you have for us.

Even though I may never build a building, it's great to see exactly how this process works. I will likely use this technique on a deck project.

@HOWTOEngineering

2 жыл бұрын

I liked the process!

Pride in work is evident..... great instruction - I'm impressed.

Honesty and pride in your work is something rare. Can’t find that around where I live. I really appreciate these videos. It makes me think maybe I could tackle something like this on my own. Never done anything like this though.

The tedious side of building that no one likes to talk about. But. Having the satisfaction of knowing it’s done right from the very start? That’s gotta be a great feeling and an excellent stress reliever later on. Thanks for the insight!

I have never seen this type of work so obviously didn't understand much but I admire what you do and how you do it. Thank you for what you guys do.

I can tell you're a good guy to work for. Good on ya!

I’m thankful I came across this video. It’s people like you that really make the world go around.

Those guys are fortunate to be working with a great builder. Good videos.

thank you, since Iam learning as an Environmental Health Officer, I have started to familiarize myself with the layout of a building which can be useful to a safety officer on advising on what is required in a layout. Excellent job

It's like learning directly from a master builder! Great tips and invaluable knowledge. I'm in the beginning stages of preparing-to-get-ready-to-think-about-maybe-looking-at-some-property-to-buy-to-build-something phase right now, so I'm following you.

I'm a perfectionist and I like to make sure my measurements are as close to perfect as possible. I've never built a building like this but I did draw the boundaries for where my Tuff Sheds were built and I got pretty close using the Pythagorean Theorem. I've always wondered how the big boys do it and you've explained it perfectly. Thank you.

I was a surveyor for 40 years, and did a lot of layout. So I enjoy watching you guys doing layout. Great job in measuring and cross checking your diagonals. Layout is all about checking and rechecking. Thanks for showing the string line knot - I have never seen that before.

Form a loop around your finger Twist the line 5-6 times Hook the loop over the nail Pull the main line tight while taking slack up with the tail end Slide or move all twist close to the nail For additional security you can wrap around the nail 2 times but it usually not needed I have found this to hold tightly and have used it for over 30 yrs. No knots, no tangles, no confusion Give it a try I think you’ll like it You guys do great work! The attention to detail is superb!

I love to watch you build the buildings....great job!!

Thanks for bringing us along on your adventures. I enjoy your presentation and appreciate the information. I can always learn a new process or detail that makes my life easier.

Right on. If only I new how to do math my life would be easier. Thanks for tips. As just a helper to the many handyman contractors I apprentice your channel is giving me insight on info I don't have so I in turn do better than I expected. Much thank you for your time and consideration in this matter. God bless America and your work

@WelshRabbit

5 жыл бұрын

The construction apps on the smart phone make the math a no-brainer once you get familiar with the user interface on the app. That's hard part and it takes a little time and practice. My favorite construction app on my iPhone is the DeWalt "Mobile Pro," but sometimes I have my colleague's phone and it's got xNeat.com's "Construction Calculator," which works fine, too.

This was incredibly helpful actually. Think it was the 3rd time to watch it and it finally all clicked.

This has to be one of the best layout videos on KZread. Thanks for the help! Plus, I’ve always wonder how to do those knots.

I really like the single batter board ! I'm going to use that from now on ! Thanks for sharing your knowledge !

You're a great teacher Kyle, your videos have good close-ups too; the best explanation of layout I've seen. I don't have a laser, but I'll use your ideas with the help of a string level. Many thanks!

Fantastic video. I'm using this video to teach my High School Construction Trades class site layout. We've done it through the textbook but until we get them back on campus your video provides a great visual of what we've read in the book. Thanks

@RRBuildings

3 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome let me know how it goes

@davidtout664

3 жыл бұрын

@@RRBuildings Students loved it. Your videos are direct and relevant, well scripted to teaching. We'll use as many as we can to reinforce the "remote learning". Thanks again.

Your explanations are just great...I just hogged the whole video and didn't have to skip! Great job, bro!

So excited to follow the construction of a new building!

Great work fellas! ...and thanks for keeping it clean so I can watch with my young boys.

That was an awesome Masterclass!! Thanks Kyle for the effort on doing this!!

I wish I’d seen your setup before I built my little well house! I think finishing the shed will end up a lot less fiddly for me. Thank you!

Great video. Nice to have a big clear site. I like to use the 3-4-5 method to find effect right angles. Once the first corner is set the rest follow really quickly.

I don’t think I’ll ever need this info, but the video has made me want to take a hands on part in building my home. I want to do it in 3D first and I don’t think 3D modelers for architecture learn the foundational information - no pun intended. If they did, they’d be able to deliver physically accurate plans and renderings that don’t require adjustments from contractors. Correct me if I’m wrong. This has inspired me to keep watching and learn more from you. You make it so easy to understand as well. Great teacher. You could make great paid courses if you ever wanted to set up a passive income opportunity. I’d imagine that this type of relevant information wouldn’t die out any time soon.

That's awesome! I use the 3-4-5 method and always check parallels as well to see which line is off and how much it needs to be corrected.

1/16" in 40 feet? That's 1 part in about 8000 in linear dimension and about 1 minute of arc in angle. I'm a machinist. If those tolerances were applied in proportion to the scale I work on, I'd have to be damn careful if I wanted to hit them. No wonder you have to check and re-check your layout. That's not only precision work, it's high precision work even though you're running strings over dirt. My hat's off, Kyle. That's classy work.

@RRBuildings

5 жыл бұрын

Well thank you never looked at it that way

@ensen89

5 жыл бұрын

Time to get out the surface grinder ;) :D

@brianwalk108

5 жыл бұрын

idk, if i missed my target by .008 id be scrapping many parts. sometimes you can be within a quarter mile and be okay, its just about knowing when you need to be spot on, and when you dont.

@infoanorexic

5 жыл бұрын

I was just thinking "we aughta try to convince him to get a metal lathe, and a mill, and see what comes of it." We just might create a monster... Come to think of it ... better include a surface grinder as well.

@OperaBass3

5 жыл бұрын

@@brianwalk1080.008"? Were you referring to my response? Better look at the math again. 1 part in 8000 (actually 7680) is 0.000130" per inch of feature size, well within having to account for temperature effects, validating your measuring equipment to calibrated standards, employing repeat zero technique, and other refinements depending on QA requirements. Decimal equivalents of reciprocal fractions are obtained by dividing the numerator by the denominator.

Just gotta say, I ain't a carpenter but I really appreciate the time you take in all of your videos to really TEACH (maybe not so much Greg haha) everyone how you do things. Every video I watch I feel one step closer to being able to build my own building one day (accurately). Cheers!

@SilmSlice

3 жыл бұрын

I wish I could post a photo here but I'm in the final stages of building a large barn, have come back to many videos here to get some refresher tips!

Really Really interesting video very informative to your style of building I can not emphasize enough how important it is that the entire crew gets along with each other. All of you are awesome can't wait to see the entire build series

Excellent presentation of layout and adjustment with both laser and string. Math and knots to boot. Thanks

This was a great video. I'm sure it added a lot of time and aggravation. Thanks for filming it. I'm loving these in depth step-by-step videos

Great video. Thanks for taking time out and showing us how to square up a building

There's always many approaches to a problem solution: The part that l love most is his admission that no one is perfect. It's so humbling to admit that. He just earned my respect with that statement. I score his video 95%.

Just bought a Spectra LL300N laser and I watched your pad layout. Excellent demonstration- by the way. I would like to see another similar layout video, but for now I can practice in my back yard. Eventually, I want to layout out a utility garage/pole barn with a flat floor, and learning this step really solidifies WHY you want to spend time getting the numbers right. Also, for the $30.00 paid, the Construction Calculator app is well worth the money. Thank you for the lesson. You're saving me a ton of money down the road by learning the right way from the start.

What a great video. So important to get the good start to build square and level!

This video was really great! Thanks for sharing what you have learned over the years with the rest of us.

Looking forward to this series Kyle!

Can’t wait for this series! Thanks for sharing :-)

Thanks, I learned a few things and a couple tricks. Appreciate you.

Lol! Im happy randomly decided to watch this. You guys make learning great

Ah, a fellow (Eagle?) Scout, that explains things. Looking forward to the rest of the build.

I like this. Looking forward to more step by step things like this. Wish I was in the area so you can build my building down the road.

Hell yeahhh, awesome work, love the precision you guys put into you’ll work. Really learn a lot from all this

Great tutorial and I love your preparation. Always plan great and layout everything.

Great job !!!! Good learning...… keep up these videos. Thank you .

Love your videos and your efforts for perfection!!! Perfect doesn't happen by accident!

Outstanding. Love your explanations.

Love your precision.. great stuff.

I subscribed right after i saw this video. A LOT of great information for the professional DIYer.🥇

I like whatever you guys do, it's better than television.

@thooks1234

5 жыл бұрын

Amen

great video man I am getting the tapes out to visually see where my dream building is going to go, and it's good practice, thanks dude!

Very educational! Keep it coming Kyle!

Wow!!!! I am so impressed with your commitment to superior quality work. I would hire your team in a heartbeat! My father always said "do it right or stay home"

You are the best. Thanks and May God bless you

I really appreciate this series. I am planning to start building a metal building home next year and am still in the planning stages. Trying to decide whether to build myself or hire it out. This series will definitely help with my decision. Thanks

@troll9111

5 жыл бұрын

if you are an inexperienced carpenter having someone else do it for you or at minimum having a professional assist you would probably be cheaper/safer for you in the long run.

thanks man for the tutorial, it got you more work than the building itself. Great job!

For tying strings to batter boards, I prefer the old school mason's "6 twirls + pull & tighten" method. It's so easy, it works every time, stays tight, and it's a snap to untie knot-free.

@tonyholtum1373

5 жыл бұрын

Welsh Rabbit this is the knot I learned on and still use to this day. Works great. Though I do use Kyle’s method when I need to start and stop for a change in direction. I’ll end my current run with a multiple twist and pull tight, then I’ll start the next run with Greg’s rendition of Kyle’s knot. I’m not sure why I feel the need to leave slack between the end of one run and the beginning of the next...

Everytime I watch US building videos i am soooo glad about our metric system...

@Hattinchannel

3 жыл бұрын

Metric is king, all this talk he could have just layed out two metric rectangles and cross checked them

Excellent math lesson. Thanks Kyle!

I’m planning a garage build now. After watching your videos for a while it’s made me want one really bad lol

Thanks Kyle. I'm not a pro but I've built a few houses. I've always used the L shaped batter boards and never set them on the same plane. I fully understand how that impacts dimensions. My house was a challenge to layout as it's comprised of 17 8 foot wall segments all around 22 degrees. I have a full basement and an attached conventional rectangular garage. I established a benchmark at the center of the round house and ran a line, plumbed off it to a stake outside the perimeter of the garage. I used that line as my baseline to establish my garage layout as it needed to be parallel to one 8 foot segment. I don't have a laser level, but if I were ever to build again, I would definitely have one. To pull the line from the benchmark, I built a frame over it, high enough to reach over the hole to the garage. and hung a plumb bob to the benchmark. Having that and the stake outside the garage allowed me to reestablish my corners after excavation.of the garage frost walls and again after the footings were poured to layout the walls. I built with ICF's (my first time using) and was pretty pleased with the outcome. I hope to build a post frame structure in the future to house my hobby and toys. Around here I've never seen anyone use concrete footings. Digging the post holes will be a challenge and most likely will require a rather large track hoe as we're on rock on top of this mountain. (septic tank took full day with a CAT320 track hoe and a 6" hammer). fortunately, the rock found in the basement excavation was slate and shale and was dug with a ripper tooth on the CAT. I've thought of using a short stem wall instead of digging footings using foam to isolate it from frost..

I really like your vids, i found your channel a couple weeks ago. Thanks for sharing your time, experience and opinions. Hope some day I can build my self one barn with this style, here in Mexico is not very common, but I really like it. Regards guys, keep the vids flowing!

Well explained and thanks for taking the time while working on the job site!

love this style of video , so much good information

I spent my younger years as a member of a surveying crew. Steel tapes are the most accurate; nylon can stretch a little, or contract when it's really cold. Good explanation! You take some of the mystery out of it.

@tacocat8867

3 жыл бұрын

Metal chaining tapes are also affected by heat, a simple calculation for adjustment, just like old instruments that needed to have the temperature manually entered.

@TinekaJasonPalmer

2 жыл бұрын

@@tacocat8867???

@tacocat8867

2 жыл бұрын

@@TinekaJasonPalmer pretty self explanatory ...

A great teaching vid. Thanks!! Keep em coming.

Gracias amigo por tus lecciones , tú eres el mejor

Thanks for the video I am learning a lot. Thanks again. Y’all rock on

Appreciate you sir..thank you for sharing..we understand %100 more when learning goes practically like this...keep up the good work..thumps up!!!

great intro to layout.. Thanks, Al V

perfect thank you from Czech Republic

your a great teacher thanks for taking the time doing a video like this

I must say that this video is extremely informational.. Thanks for the Tips. Cheers.

Lots of good info Kyle!! And Greg’s knots are awesome! And so is his truck!!

@RRBuildings

5 жыл бұрын

I’m not telling him Donny

This man motivates me...Keep up the good work

This has been the video I have been waiting for!

You guys rock!!! Binge watching your videos today

Kyle, I started watching your channel a little earlier than this in 2018, before I had started "Coming to Full-age in Christ" channel, but this was one of my favorite videos, where you were showing us how to layout for a building. This was a really great video! I know it's easy to let some of the negative comments get to you after all these years and millions of comments, good and the bad! You've helped a lot of people in the trade! This video has had nearly a million views! and more views than subscribers by 30 or 40 thousand. so... lots of great content! Thanks, Kyle!

I love these building series

great video. very informative, very concise and entertaining. not only does the work look nice all the way through the job but he sounds like a great boss/instructor.

Excellent video, you explain detail very well, and are easy to listen too. I salute you and your crew as excellent builders.

@RRBuildings

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks steve tell that to my wife haha

Damn, I wish you guys were in Va. Solid work crew!

Great video Canelo! Thanks for sharing.

Very interesting. Thanks for taking the time to explain it so well.

This series is going to be cool.

Thanks very very much for sharing this. Great video man , keep up the good work

Great information lads, just the sort of thing to reference : ) Thanks !