For begginers? There was nearly 10 men working on this lol

@OdellCompleteConcrete

4 жыл бұрын

Yes because we poured the front as well

@johannacruz3609

3 жыл бұрын

Lol for real😂

@NS66

3 жыл бұрын

So just expect ot to take longer🤷

@KarinaMartinez-wv8mg

3 жыл бұрын

Us guys have amazing tools... Here in Mexico is hard to do all that stuff

@williamgoeres138

3 жыл бұрын

@@KarinaMartinez-wv8mg if you have a welder and you live by a train station you can make a lot of tools yourself

As an industrial electrician, we do all the concrete work for our jobs ourselves. I’ve never seen someone brush different parts of a slab at different times, nor have we ever stripped a form in the same day. Glad to know you can do these things under the right conditions👌🏻

@OdellCompleteConcrete

6 жыл бұрын

Great

This is exactly what I needed to see, I'm getting ready to pour my 1st 10x30 unsupervised.

I have no plans doing anything with concrete, I just enjoy watching these types of videos, so calming.

@OdellCompleteConcrete

5 жыл бұрын

ty

Thanks for posting your videos and sharing your skill. I recently poured about 5 yards at work. It my first time pouring something as large. The pad came out great and the boss was happy, thanks again.

@OdellCompleteConcrete

6 жыл бұрын

Thats awesome to hear!

I like that the guy seems laid back he seems straight forward and just tries to help you out!!!

@OdellCompleteConcrete

6 жыл бұрын

TY

@beverlystewart2527

5 жыл бұрын

Exactly you feel like you can totally trust him

@RyanRSchell

4 жыл бұрын

"so there it is, a perfect beginner slab if anyone wants to get it on old school style."

Thank you for your very informative videos. I'm 55 and I still love to learn new things. I've been watching your videos as I'm about to pour a small (6x6) pad to support a manual tire changer. I think I'm ready, thanks to your videos!

@OdellCompleteConcrete

5 жыл бұрын

GL TY

Your videos are the best to learn about concrete work; It's smart to be transparent about your work and promote your company with these videos. Like your comments you make off camera as well. Thank you and keep them coming.

It's great that you're providing expert advice, for people who want to learn, Mr. Odell.

@OdellCompleteConcrete

6 жыл бұрын

TY

@stuartfriend4930

6 жыл бұрын

Great videos

@LisaSmith-tb8bb

6 жыл бұрын

shades2 Rebar doesn’t stop concrete from cracking it only stops the cracks from separating. You can’t pour a new slab over an old patio. Two or three years this is going to be nothing but spider webs. What a joke. Were still in business since 1980

@0802turtleman

5 жыл бұрын

Lisa Smith I hope in two to three years when they are no “spider web” cracks Mr. Odell make a sequel video and rubs your face in it, you troll. Where is your KZread channel?

@Gun_Of_None

5 жыл бұрын

This is something you better have somebody experienced with you to attempt, cause if you screw up it’s a huge deal, you can’t just throw it away it’s a MF’er to demo.

This is a really good video, simplified but accurate reinforced concrete process. I really wish colleges could teach more about construction process like this to their Civil Eng students. I learned little regarding all these when I was in college

@wentaofeng5548

3 жыл бұрын

Just adding something, all the process shown in video may be old school but it is still close to how reinforced concrete would be made in the real work site. Procedure and equipment can be more complicated but the idea is still the same

@OdellCompleteConcrete

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Regardless how many times i'd watch these people do concrete. It always amazes me how they get it so smooth.

@bikinggal1

5 жыл бұрын

cuz they are pros..not DYI'ers

Thank you for sharing your experience and expertise. This video really helped me understand the process involved in laying a slab.

Solid video. I assisted my father in law for years on jobs like this. Great quick video with excellent advice

Awesome video, thanks for sharing your knowledge and insights. 👍 "old school style" love it!

Thank you for allowing those of us who need this information as sometimes we are not in the position to hire your services at our loss, how ever for someone like me who's father saw to it that I learned as much and do as much physical work growing up as needed i appreciate your teaching as I have already put it to use in my yard.

@OdellCompleteConcrete

6 жыл бұрын

Great Im glad it worked out for you.

Quick, easy, and to the point! Appreciate the vid

Great vid... easy to watch, and hits all the right points without dragging on about little details. Thanks dude!

@OdellCompleteConcrete

6 жыл бұрын

TY

Being 17 and doing this with my uncle i gotta say, it's a really neat experience. But not as great during the summer.

@OdellCompleteConcrete

5 жыл бұрын

I hear that

@ace-uy5gq

4 жыл бұрын

Same but with my cousin

Thank you for the upload. I’m a confident DIYer and having seen this, I’m confident I should pay and have this done properly by professionals! Save the heartache of me doing a tatty job 😊 Cheers from the UK.

Been watching ~4ish videos in last hour 'n a half maybe, just suddenly decided to go 'eh screw it, i'll check it' even though i don't plan to do anything like that, specially since live in an apartment, you guys make this look so easy, very good looking finish and very professional.

Being a professional construction worker myself Odell I applaud your knowledge and willingness to share the knowledge! Awesome vid and great knowledge given! Good luck & Future fortune!

@OdellCompleteConcrete

6 жыл бұрын

You are to kind! TY very much! im glad you enjoy these videos!

Legit! Straight to the point, informative vid for the guy that wants to conquer the dirt in the backyard. Thanks man.

@karlamberge3316

4 жыл бұрын

Hi

Awesome video mate, really informative. Thank you.

Love your videos. Would you make a video on showing ground prep to get the grade you are looking for on a typical slab like this one? That would be fantastic and appreciated. Thank you

This is exactly what I need!! Thanks from Montreal

Excellent video! Very solid technique. I needed a refresher on how to properly sequence each step, it's been years since I've had to pour a slab, thanks for the knowledge!

@OdellCompleteConcrete

4 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

I love the way this video was done. Great refresher course ! TY Really good job and nice work.

@OdellCompleteConcrete

6 жыл бұрын

ty

I did this and it looks good

@OdellCompleteConcrete

5 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it

Hey thanks for the video. Im about to pour a slab on the side of the house in a few months and Im researching how to do it. I subscribed btw!

Here comes the concrete experts of KZread! They all watched 5 tutorials on how to pour concrete, now they've got their Masters Degree in concrete. They are a force to be reckoned with.

@arthurmorgan3972

5 жыл бұрын

And they'd do it themselves because they know how, they just don't have the time...

Intelligent, skilled, informative, and humble.

Thank you for this video! Nice to see how the pros do it.

Great explanation. Pouring soon. Thanks.

Man those guys work fast. Awesome job.

@OdellCompleteConcrete

6 жыл бұрын

TY

Beautiful work! Thank you for sharing this.

@OdellCompleteConcrete

5 жыл бұрын

YW

Mr. Odell! Your videos are awesome!!

University: 7 years KZread: 7 minutes

@OdellCompleteConcrete

4 жыл бұрын

BIngo

@williams5714

4 жыл бұрын

Exactly

@blaze-uz6or

4 жыл бұрын

@@OdellCompleteConcrete just had a guy bid a patio he didnt want to put in rebar said its not needed watched your video cancled the pour.

@jaysenbrady713

4 жыл бұрын

No one goes to college to do concrete bro

@anazays66

4 жыл бұрын

I think university is for people networking

I was convinced I could do this myself until I saw the guy @4:04 holding his trowel with his butt cheeks! That's I skill I just don't have.

@OdellCompleteConcrete

4 жыл бұрын

Good point OSS

@star_fruitti

4 жыл бұрын

Omg 😂

@coolj8352

4 жыл бұрын

LMAO

@fishingtreatment7260

4 жыл бұрын

That's so crazy funny

@fishingtreatment7260

4 жыл бұрын

I laugh so hard

This video is so helpful and straightforward, thank you!

@OdellCompleteConcrete

4 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Thank GOD you guys put this up for free....THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU......SAVED ME....

@OdellCompleteConcrete

4 жыл бұрын

YW GL

If your a beginner get 6 guys to help you 😁

@johncoppola9569

5 жыл бұрын

Tommie Turvey lol

@willywombat2087

5 жыл бұрын

You right 2 men get it down 1 guys finish it

@dianagomez6846

5 жыл бұрын

Tommie Turvey hahahahahah

@Blackplumber333

5 жыл бұрын

I was thinkin the same thing

@AU_4591

5 жыл бұрын

And the guy in green jumper was working very "hard" at doing bugga all

I been on KZread for years, looking at shit... you have the best intro I've seen on here... good shit

@OdellCompleteConcrete

6 жыл бұрын

ty

Thank you for doing these videos. Sharing your knowledge is very kind.

Very good! Thanks for the teaching!!!

@OdellCompleteConcrete

6 жыл бұрын

ty

How did I go from watching how to fishtail braid my hair to watching how to pour concrete??! So bizarre but very interesting!! Truly it was!!! 🙊😁😂😂💯😍

@OdellCompleteConcrete

6 жыл бұрын

Good question. I'm glad you liked it. TY

@nebuchadnezzarii5421

6 жыл бұрын

It is probably helpful if you braid your hair before pouring concrete so the wind doesn't blow it in your face. The videos are definitely related... a little bit..

@jasonantigua6825

5 жыл бұрын

Bella Umbrellla Hit me up babe,I’ll bring you to the UK!

@raulrodriguez4006

5 жыл бұрын

I was watching NFL highlights and then this popped out. Idk.

@Pearlangeldream

5 жыл бұрын

Coz woman need learn some construction work !

Mr. Odell, you sir, are the Bob Ross of concrete...

I liked the detailed description and the sped up video. Perfect to learn what is involved without getting bored :)

@OdellCompleteConcrete

6 жыл бұрын

ty

Great demonstration and old school professionalism. Thanks mate !

@OdellCompleteConcrete

5 жыл бұрын

ty

Thanks for sharing this! It is fun to see the teamwork and watch it all come together nicely.

@OdellCompleteConcrete

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Love your videos. Always great explained how to. I have learn a lot and got some ideas from your videos.

@OdellCompleteConcrete

6 жыл бұрын

YW

@tyrese7390

6 жыл бұрын

christoffer1973 ir

Dude...easy, very thorough, and great visuals. Thumbs up and subscribed.

@OdellCompleteConcrete

5 жыл бұрын

TY

Excellent basic intro to installing a slab. Explains some of the reasons behind the techniques which is great.

@OdellCompleteConcrete

6 жыл бұрын

TY

That is a gorgeous leveling job. Very well done, Mr. Odell & Crew!

"get it on, old school style" hahaaa my kind of style

@OdellCompleteConcrete

4 жыл бұрын

OSS

@josephlaroya4784

3 жыл бұрын

@@OdellCompleteConcrete what is oss?

Thanks for sharing. That is nice informative procedure

Loved the video. Very entertaining!

Nice....I was I the army with a David Odell in the early 80’s

@OdellCompleteConcrete

5 жыл бұрын

Could be, who are you?

@TeamFlawless1

4 жыл бұрын

swear to god

“If anybody wants to get it in... old school style.” Hahahaha you’re he man

@MsElijah16

4 жыл бұрын

Nicky Stix Missionary all day

@beardfootofficial

3 жыл бұрын

my favorite line from the whole video

Cool vids man really informative, been thinking of laying down a slab for a small storage shed. 8x15 feet

Thank you so much for teaching me!

Como siempre un excelente trabajo amigo.

@OdellCompleteConcrete

6 жыл бұрын

Gracias

@2003_4channer

6 жыл бұрын

you have to go back, Pablo

@jackiem.dearroyo8739

6 жыл бұрын

What State are you at?

I like how u work u people

@OdellCompleteConcrete

6 жыл бұрын

TY

Great job! Thank you for sharing!

@OdellCompleteConcrete

5 жыл бұрын

YW

awesome job !!! I power wash and add resin or Epoxy on floors after my boss finishes his part of the process

@OdellCompleteConcrete

4 жыл бұрын

I hope its not clear epoxy outdoors

Thank Bro, I see now that I need to hire someone to pour my slab, that's a lot of work.

@OdellCompleteConcrete

6 жыл бұрын

Sure would help things go easier.

Thanks dave

@OdellCompleteConcrete

6 жыл бұрын

ty

Pretty good instructional video for beginners.

Informative and soothing. Ha! what a great video, heck yea I'm subscribing.

@OdellCompleteConcrete

5 жыл бұрын

TY

Thanks for making me realize hiring a pro to do this is well worth the money.

@JohnDoe-le8fy

5 жыл бұрын

I think that was the point.

Awesome, Im gonna go pour some concrete on something now, thanks!

@barroenmanosdeelalfarero1677

5 жыл бұрын

Hailey Mew where

U guys made it look easy, good job

I’m going to give it a shot!! Great video

The ASMR is a 7 out of 10

Thank you, helped alot! 😊

@OdellCompleteConcrete

6 жыл бұрын

No problem!

@user-no1qr1uo2d

4 жыл бұрын

@@OdellCompleteConcrete قاهط

shows how much work and experience goes into a little job. Good job guys.

@OdellCompleteConcrete

5 жыл бұрын

TY

Thank you brother for making the video. 🙏

Hey man, I love and appreciate your awesome vids! They’ve been very helpful for my crew and I! Thank you for taking the time to make them for us all! Question, You say it’s a 1% slope outward, what does that equate to with the bubble, like a quarter of the bubble past the line?

@dennismccullough6043

5 жыл бұрын

I believe the video said 1 1/2 % slope which would equate to approx. 2 1/4 inches over the 12 feet. A professional would use a "sight level" to record the elevation against the house vs the end of the patio.

Hmmm. I don’t think I can do this. But thanks for helping me understand that! 😄

great job on the video and the patio. thanks for posting this

@OdellCompleteConcrete

4 жыл бұрын

yw

Very smooth!

Idk why but wet concrete is oddly satisfying

Just curious and a real question since u made it larger did u have to compact the dirt?

Thanks for sharing this video with us.

@OdellCompleteConcrete

4 жыл бұрын

YW

A very good and informative video. Nice brief commentary

Hey David, I have to say thank you for posting up all the detailed videos of your jobs and for all your effort here on KZread! I have done a few smaller concrete jobs but have never been happy with my slab finishing, so after watching your videos I'm looking forward to the next one. I'm living in Canada and have been trying to find info on the proper way to pour a slabs in cold climates but haven't been able to find much content. Can you direct me to a channel or forum where i can find some more info? Keep up the great content! Warren

@OdellCompleteConcrete

6 жыл бұрын

Try getting some info from local ready mix supplier

@jayphillips4058

6 жыл бұрын

1) If possible, stick to pouring when the overnight temps stay above freezing. If you can't, remember that the first night heat of hydration will help save your slab, but the second and third can be a heartbreaker. Concrete blankets, ground heaters, extra chemicals for set and increased heating and excavation costs really add to the square foot pricing. 2) 4000 psi concrete is a must in cold climates for freeze/thaw. 3) Pour as stiff as you reasonably can for a good finish, keep the water/cement ratio low. 4) Remember than chemical accellerants will affect the finish - it'll get sticky fast even in cold weather. Don't dawdle laying it out, and have good help who know how to hop to the finish. 5) You need about 1000 psi in your slab for it to be relatively free from the danger of freezing. 6) Make sure your sub-grade is free of ice and snow, and obviously don't wet it prior to the pour. 7) Use Type III cement in the mix if possible, but keep in mind it'll go off faster with HE and other chemicals. 8)Test each load with an infared or probe thermometer, it'll give you an idea of how the slab will go off. Also, it you get loads with temp variance, tell the supplier to get his act together and make sure they're relatively close to the same temps. Finishing a slab with (especially an interior) section dragging set time is a bear. 9) As always, oil forms. 10) Remember that ice-cold rebar in a relatively warm concrete mix can pose some quality problems. Cradle it and follow the rule about suspension height. 11) Don't get pressured into pouring when the weather isn't looking good - adverse weather problems multiply in cold weather pours. 12) Always, but always, pour on thawed ground. Pouring on frozen ground and/or subgrade nearly always causes expensive problems, most often resulting in tearout and a re-pour. It may take awhile to occur, but they will. 13) If a supplier in your area uses old-school calcium chloride pellets to accelerate the mix, make sure they dissolve it in water prior to adding it to the load. Just dumping the pellets in will make for a nasty looking finish. Too much makes a slab go crazy - almost impossible to get a finish, and then it will most likely spall and crack. Almost no one uses CaCl anymore - much better stuff around. 14) If you order hot water in the mix, make sure the driver also has it in his head tank. If water has to be added, cold water from a cold head tank can really screw things up. /24 years in the hauling and production end of things, and enjoy helping finish now and then, too. Good luck!

@tootsiellor759

6 жыл бұрын

Handyman Company i buy u

Great videos! What's you thoughts on pouring a slab over an existing slab? For example, adding a room extension off an existing room but needing to level the existing floor with the new floor. Thanks!

Mr. Odell-great information-u-made it easy to follow- thank- you

@OdellCompleteConcrete

5 жыл бұрын

TY YW

Good work,i learned from this

"So there it is, a perfect beginner slab, if anybody wants to get it on." I love it.

@OdellCompleteConcrete

3 жыл бұрын

OSS

I would like to see a "behind the scenes" video. Show the bid as it's written, ordering the concrete, calling in the finishing guys, clean up, everything.

@OdellCompleteConcrete

6 жыл бұрын

That may happen at some point.

@surebrah

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@focused313

6 жыл бұрын

Excellent idea

@outdoorsnevada4138

5 жыл бұрын

Buy cement mixer and do it yourself if you plan on doing multiple projects. you will save a lot of money in the long run. we do all ours our self instead of having other people come and do it.

@nateg5915

5 жыл бұрын

@@outdoorsnevada4138 i do alot of things myself around the house....framing, drywalling, kitchen, bath remodel, basement finishing but i find concrete work too labor intensive so i'd rather hire someone else to do it

This is so cool and you explained everything well... I Love do it yourself jobs. Thank you for this video, awesome

@OdellCompleteConcrete

6 жыл бұрын

TY

I need this video and this is good for my mom!

Good tutorials david thanks

@OdellCompleteConcrete

6 жыл бұрын

TY!

@OdellCompleteConcrete

6 жыл бұрын

Your welcome

"I like the way you talk." "I like the way you talk, too!" - Slingblade

awesome vid. thanks for the info

This is awesome, thank you.

HOW MUCH DID EVERYTHING COST?

Mr.Odell you very clever man everything you do it's great so lam give me greet to you and the guys the works with you

@OdellCompleteConcrete

6 жыл бұрын

TY

Great Video for the Stoned guy who wants to play with concrete.. 😂 Too Funny.. I subscribed and liked.. Got to hear more of this Guy..

@OdellCompleteConcrete

5 жыл бұрын

ty enjoy

Thank you Mr Odell