I did 2 basement windows a couple of years ago, worked great! I'm doing 3 more as I have time. I check your videos to refresh my memory! I'm not getting younger, lol. Thanks for the video! Always good stuff!
not enough people in the world like you Mike. thanks again for all the vids and this glorious channel. hope you and friends are having a perfect weekend
Never realized how the screen could be removed when inserted into window channel. Thought only way was sliding it up. Glad you showed the other way to remove screen. It made me switch to a slider versus a hopper.
Hey mike just put in basement windows. Used your older video's to help me out. I lucked out on a window deal and bought 8. I had to bring the sill up around 4 inches, which I wanted since the sills were close to ground level. I formed it and used quickcrete mix. Pardged smooth after. After taking out old wood around opening I had half of inch on both sides worked out great. Thanks for all your videos they help out greatly. Also after watching your videos last year I fixed a large area on front porch, flagstone. Turned out better than I ever could of imagined. Looks like professional job. Thanks again.
your videos are always super helpful, I am currently repointing my stone foundation after having watched your whole series and will soon be replacing a basement window with your help. Thanks a million!
Hello Mike... Due respect for your videos.Recently,I find your page ,I keep watching more of such videos. My job as reinforcement concrete cement.Now, you Make it easy to deal with bricklaying,too. I am (Tom the Iraqi terp,) from Baghdad, Iraq. Regard..
Mike... Another Great Video... You are absolutely correct, fingers WORK GREAT I have had to use them several times. Recommend using glove though, cement can be hard on the hands if the mod is large.. God Bless Brother... Ernie
Thanks Mike for the video I just broke my basement window it’s a lot larger than this but same concept thanks very much for show me this video you’ve taught me quite a bit with working with cement concrete mortar
I am using masonry mortar mix (type N and S) for repointing a foundation. There is about a 1 inch gap between the window frame and the stone - should I continue to use masonry mortar mix or opt for a harder cement?
Mr. Mike I have a question please. My question is, since concrete isn't water proof, how qre you stopping any peaks around the window? Do you put chaulk or silicone around the joints? Thanks
Hi, I try to resess the window as far back as I can, but I never had a problem with any windows I ever put in, I never had a water leak, or any water get in, thanks Mike
Is there a particular concrete mix that works best for driveway repairs. I've made a number of repairs over the years that just didn't work out more than a year before new repairs are needed. Driveway concrete is 4000 psi with fiber and steel reinforced at 6 inches thick.
Hi Dave, A patch is a patch, once the concrete starts deteriorating it's just a matter of time, I got videos on driveway resurfacing, it's usually a yearly thing in our area, thanks Mike
you didn't make a big deal outa it, also since I've watch a video or two on concrete that came from your channel, you got to get it wet to stick...tanks for sharing of course it look simple when the "Pro" is @ the helm
Hey Mike, I use great stuff it seals really nice and locks everything in place after it dries you cut it flush no muss or fuss didn't know if you ever tried it? I just find it a lot easier.
Mike, I didn't see how you finished the top. Did you pack that with the mortar mix just like the bottom or other than the screws, I'm presuming into a wooden lintel, how did you weather seal that? Thanks for all the great content over the years.
Great video, but the way you did it is a band aid. (I know from experience.) Several years later I had to redo it, using a LATEX BONDING AGENTS FOR CONCRETE before laying down the concrete will stop the old concrete from falling apart. This is pre-1965 concrete. They use too much sand, and not enough ash or concrete in the mix.
Hi swampy, I been doing this over 50 years and haven't had a callback on any of my window installations, as far as plaster I give them their choices, I say wait 30 days and paint with a good masonry paint, and then maybe down the road they will have to put on another coat, but I never had a problem, thanks Mike
Another educational video, Mike. Whenever I see a notification from you on a new video I always look forward to it. I wanted to ask you…can I use an “s” mortar as a paint on a chimney stack in my basement. Thanks, Mike and be well….Phil from Staten Island.
Hi Mike, the city did some work at my house today and pour new concrete on the sidewalk. Should I be wetting it and if so how much. Thank you, Mike. Be well.
Hey Mike, just wondering what mix you would recommend for parging near niagara falls, ON? Would 2 mason sand to 1 portland be a good mix? Just wondering if the sand would absorb a lot of moisture which might end up seeping into the foundation and eroding it over time?
@@MikeHaduck Thanks Mike! Also wondering what you would use to patch the interior of my foundation built in 1904? Its a concrete foundation made up of little stones with a lime wash that has faded over the years. Some areas are crumbling a little bit and I'd like to patch them up, but so confused on what kind of lime mortar or concrete to use? All i know is the inspector I hires suggested using some kind of lime mortar, but I can't really seem to find that in stores
Mike, I love your videos. But, I gotta say the old timers (that I know) would be freaking out watching you hit that chisel with that stone hammer. But if it's your hammer then I guess it's no big deal. 😁
Hi Mike, I cut a large portion of my garage driveway entrance (1 foot deep around 4 inches thick. Found some rebar and pink foam underneath and some sort of long cement beam underneath either. What I took off had some gravel as aggregate I want to use the ready mix bags you've shown. Would you add aggregate? Trying to find when and why you would use gravel. I wrote your mixes from like all videos. Type S is Mortar Portland type 1 and 2 Don't forget to chip wall when repair 2 Sand to 1 Portland Stone Patio 2Sand:1P Stone Sidewalk 2Sand:1P Retaining Wall 2Sand:1P Birdbath 2Sand:1P Table 2Sand:1P Resurfacing driveway only Portland Any laying flat outside just Portland S Mortar (Portland and Mortar) 2Sand:1SMortar Brick/Blocks sometimes stones but only inside MASONWORK M 100% Portland S 67 % 33% Lime N 50%P 50%Lime O 33%P 50%Lime K 100% Lime Foundation 2Sand1Smortar Stone veneer 2Sand:1Smortar Masonry wall 2Sand:1SMortar Brick window 2Sand:1SMortar Quikrete fast drying concrete mix (red bag) For cellar entrance and plaster with rapid set Mortar mix Concrete Mix recipe 1 1/2 Portland:2Sand:2Gravel Slurry recipe (walls over bonding agent) 4 Sand : 1 Portland:1 S Mortar Classic mix 1 Portland:2 Sand Slurry recipe 2 1/4 Portland:1/4 Mortar S (mason S) : 1 Sand : Fiberglass Waterproofer: Dryloc Masonry Stone foundation 2 Sand :1/2 Mortar S: 1/2 Portland (2 to 1) Floor 6 Sand :2 Portland (weak mix under carpet) 4 cups of water for every 1 cup of additive (bonding) Control joint No less than 1/4 of slab thickness (1 inch deep for a 4 inch thick pour) Placed no less than 2-3 times in feet the slab thickness I.e 4 inch slab 8 to 12 feet apart "
Hi Leonardo, if it's just a driveway piece, I might just buy the concrete readymix where you just add water and the stones are in it. like on my sidewalk installation or concrete patches, in the northern climates I might add a trowel full of Portland, but it's sounds like just a fix, and a patch is a patch, I am sure you will do fine, thanks Mike
@@MikeHaduck yeah like your sidewalks exactly. More than patches are making new parts for what's missing. I hope they last longer. I thought about patching with Portland but decided to cut and make a new one and no need to repatch in a few years which is alright too and I was debating the materials. Thank you! Btw your amazon affiliate list is only on the US amazon website. You can make lists on Canadian amazon and UK amazon ...any, as many as you feel like. Some youtubers do that so the international audience have choices on their local website. (Sometimes same products are not available but alternatives) evolution r300dct+ is great has the wet option. If u keep lists also updated people will buy more. A Patreon for Q&A would be great too. But I understand how busy you are. Cheers from Canada
Great video Mike. What kind of stone did they use for old stone foundations back in the late 19th and early 20th century? Whatever type of stone it is, it sure burns up my hammer drill bits. LoL
I guess I am always thinking about some skell trying to break in and the windows are the weakest link to our security. Of course, if someone was determined enough, they’d bust a hole in the wall with a sledgehammer if they couldn’t break in through the window.
In Germany this wouldn't meet code. You cannot have possible uncontrolled airleaks. Mortar and the frame don't stick to each other so it wont be airtight the way you show it here. It would be required to either use some sort of a self expanding foam tape or spray foam at a minimum plus internal and external plastering. Depending on the situation there is then also additional requirements for water tightness as foam and water don't play well together
Just saying. I wouldn't mind but since you also have these fantastic videos on different building technics elsewhere I thought it might be good to add to it for this specific topic. In past we also build it exactly like that but now with regulations it's kinda a big deal now to get a window into a wall :) just wanted to share that bit with you. Have a nice weekend
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I installed 5 basement windows in my 1925 home here in NJ thanks to your excellent and easy to follow videos. God bless you sir
Thanks God bless you too, Mike
I did 2 basement windows a couple of years ago, worked great! I'm doing 3 more as I have time. I check your videos to refresh my memory! I'm not getting younger, lol. Thanks for the video! Always good stuff!
Thanks john,, Mike
not enough people in the world like you Mike. thanks again for all the vids and this glorious channel. hope you and friends are having a perfect weekend
Thanks Thor. I appreciate it, Mike
Never realized how the screen could be removed when inserted into window channel. Thought only way was sliding it up. Glad you showed the other way to remove screen. It made me switch to a slider versus a hopper.
Thanks david,, Mike
Seems I keep finding your great videos for my around the house projects. Thanks for sharing your expertise
Thanks Peter, Mike
Hey mike just put in basement windows. Used your older video's to help me out. I lucked out on a window deal and bought 8. I had to bring the sill up around 4 inches, which I wanted since the sills were close to ground level. I formed it and used quickcrete mix. Pardged smooth after. After taking out old wood around opening I had half of inch on both sides worked out great. Thanks for all your videos they help out greatly. Also after watching your videos last year I fixed a large area on front porch, flagstone. Turned out better than I ever could of imagined. Looks like professional job. Thanks again.
Thanks Wolf, I appreciate hearing that, Mike
Mike you made that job pane less.. You are clearly the best.
Thanks R, I appreciate the kind words, Mike
Mike I love you I'm a 75 year old retired steamfitter and that was a saying I used on the job all the time.
Thanks Frank, Mike
your videos are always super helpful, I am currently repointing my stone foundation after having watched your whole series and will soon be replacing a basement window with your help. Thanks a million!
Thanks, I am sure you will do fine, thanks Mike
Absolutely beautiful! ‘Ain’t no big deal!’ Thanks Mike!!
Thanks Zacchaeus, Mike
Always enjoy basement work. Thank you Mike.
Thanks Thomad, Mike
Hello Mike...
Due respect for your videos.Recently,I find your page ,I keep watching more of such videos.
My job as reinforcement concrete cement.Now, you
Make it easy to deal with bricklaying,too.
I am (Tom the Iraqi terp,) from Baghdad, Iraq.
Regard..
Thanks Sadeem, Mike
Nice vid Mike thanks. Nice wagon your sitting on
Thanks Michael, Mike
Thank you for making and sharing this video. Learned thing or two. Thank you.
Thanks, Mike
I appreciate the videos and continue to be amazed about how awesome your work comes out. I also need to get some bigger hammers! Thanks Mike
Thanks Ken, Mike
Hey! You’re really good at breaking stuff, Too!
Thanks Thomad, very true, Mike
Best videos ever Mike,thanks you helped me a lot
Thanks William, Mike
Nice vid mike! Good to see ya working!
Thanks Anthony, Mike
Thank you, Mike 💯
Thanks Mack, Mike
A nice & helpful Video. Thanks.
Paul
Thanks Paul, Mike
Good job, Mike. That's about my speed nowadays also, one window job.
Hi yoga, I hear you, thanks Mike
nice...the new window looked much better and more weather tight.
Thanks Sue, Mike
Thanks Sue, Mike
Nice video Mike. Thanks once again!!!
Thanks John, Mike
Mike... Another Great Video... You are absolutely correct, fingers WORK GREAT I have had to use them several times. Recommend using glove though, cement can be hard on the hands if the mod is large.. God Bless Brother... Ernie
Thanks Ernie, God bless, Mike
Thanks Mike for the video I just broke my basement window it’s a lot larger than this but same concept thanks very much for show me this video you’ve taught me quite a bit with working with cement concrete mortar
Thanks Ken, Mike
Very skilful worker.
Thanks pk, Mike
great job mike as always
Thanks Dan, Mike
Looks good like it always does Mike.
Thanks Guill, Mike
I noticed you hit 150k subs Mike. That takes some doing on YT these days....well done sir.
Thanks Darren, I appreciate it, Mike
i have almost same windows no wood around them is it a major project to make window opening bigger for a larger window for more light?
Hi Greg, I made them bigger before but it's a lot easier getting a size smaller, thanks Mike
😊Thank you Mike
Thanks Anthony, Mike
Nice work.
Thanks, Mike
Honest Mike!!!!!
Thanks, Mike
I am using masonry mortar mix (type N and S) for repointing a foundation. There is about a 1 inch gap between the window frame and the stone - should I continue to use masonry mortar mix or opt for a harder cement?
Hi Nathan, I am not there to see it, but for repointing n or s is usually the standard, harder ain't always better. Thanks Mike
Awesome job! 👍
Thank you
Thanks, Mike
Mr. Mike I have a question please. My question is, since concrete isn't water proof, how qre you stopping any peaks around the window? Do you put chaulk or silicone around the joints? Thanks
Hi, I try to resess the window as far back as I can, but I never had a problem with any windows I ever put in, I never had a water leak, or any water get in, thanks Mike
@@MikeHaduck I remembered you saying that. I really appreciate it. Thanks.
very good job? are still available in new jersey?
Hi, no ,but thanks for asking, Mike
You made that look fast!
Thanks Jim, Mike
Great video! about how long per window on average does this take?
Hi, everthing depends on the circumstances and how many times you do it, like anything else, thanks Mike
Thanks Mike... I installed 7 windows.
Thanks George, Mike
Is there a particular concrete mix that works best for driveway repairs. I've made a number of repairs over the years that just didn't work out more than a year before new repairs are needed. Driveway concrete is 4000 psi with fiber and steel reinforced at 6 inches thick.
Any patching to concrete is just that, a patch. In most cases you need to replace concrete or just keep patching it.
Hi Dave, A patch is a patch, once the concrete starts deteriorating it's just a matter of time, I got videos on driveway resurfacing, it's usually a yearly thing in our area, thanks Mike
No big deal...thanks Mike
Thanks Bee, Mike
you didn't make a big deal outa it, also since I've watch a video or two on concrete that came from your channel, you got to get it wet to stick...tanks for sharing of course it look simple when the "Pro" is @ the helm
Thanks Tom, I appreciate the kind words, Mike
Hey Mike, I use great stuff it seals really nice and locks everything in place after it dries you cut it flush no muss or fuss didn't know if you ever tried it? I just find it a lot easier.
Thanks Pete, no never tried it, maybe someday, thanks Mike
Can you recommend a good mason in northern New Jersey?
Hi Johnny, I don't know anybody down that way, thanks Mike
How do you put the glass part in?
Hi, the glass comes apart with the window, it's all self contained, Mike
Another great job!
No more Hometown Boyz, Mr Mike?
Hi Sofi, yep we been around, a lot of private stuff, thanks Mike
Mike, I didn't see how you finished the top. Did you pack that with the mortar mix just like the bottom or other than the screws, I'm presuming into a wooden lintel, how did you weather seal that? Thanks for all the great content over the years.
Hi John, it was wood and tied into the inside wood wall, so I didn't want to disturb it, thanks Mike
Bee-yoo-tee-ful. Keep 'em comin".
Thanks James, Mike
mike , I love your videos. I saw you had that window upside down when you screwed it in but you turned it. We all make mistakes. Keep up the vids.
Thanks Tracy, and one time backwards, lol, Mike
I think water is getting in threw the block windows when the window man put it in. The wall gets wet when it rains and stays wet for a while
Hi Jacob, I don't know, I never had problems with mine, thanks Mike
Hi. Do you think that concept works for replacing bathroom windows as well?
Hi Charles, I can't say unless I was there , thanks mike
The rapid set set isn't waterproof. They have a waterproofing product. Would you recommend them or paint?
Hi Jay, never seen any type of cement that is waterproof, I never had a problem with rapid set before, thanks Mike
Great video, but the way you did it is a band aid. (I know from experience.) Several years later I had to redo it, using a LATEX BONDING AGENTS FOR CONCRETE before laying down the concrete will stop the old concrete from falling apart. This is pre-1965 concrete. They use too much sand, and not enough ash or concrete in the mix.
Hi swampy, I been doing this over 50 years and haven't had a callback on any of my window installations, as far as plaster I give them their choices, I say wait 30 days and paint with a good masonry paint, and then maybe down the road they will have to put on another coat, but I never had a problem, thanks Mike
@@MikeHaduck Thanks for the reply, I guess I was "unlucky." Otherwise I love your videos!
Another educational video, Mike. Whenever I see a notification from you on a new video I always look forward to it. I wanted to ask you…can I use an “s” mortar as a paint on a chimney stack in my basement. Thanks, Mike and be well….Phil from Staten Island.
Hi Phil, I have painted chimneys with a mortar and potland mix but now I usually use a masonry paint if I patch one, thanks Mike
Hi Mike, the city did some work at my house today and pour new concrete on the sidewalk. Should I be wetting it and if so how much. Thank you, Mike. Be well.
I like to know how you would do basement window opening with steel header at top of opening…it would be too difficult to drill into imo! Maybe not?
Hi Michael, they make silicone or glue type adhesives that be Fine in my opinion, thanks Mike
@@MikeHaduck Wow thanks for the rapid response! I’ll try that.
Hey Mike, just wondering what mix you would recommend for parging near niagara falls, ON? Would 2 mason sand to 1 portland be a good mix? Just wondering if the sand would absorb a lot of moisture which might end up seeping into the foundation and eroding it over time?
Hi Gt, I can't say unless I was there but I got a whole playlist on foundation repair which should help, thanks Mike
@@MikeHaduck Thanks Mike! Also wondering what you would use to patch the interior of my foundation built in 1904? Its a concrete foundation made up of little stones with a lime wash that has faded over the years. Some areas are crumbling a little bit and I'd like to patch them up, but so confused on what kind of lime mortar or concrete to use? All i know is the inspector I hires suggested using some kind of lime mortar, but I can't really seem to find that in stores
Mike, I love your videos. But, I gotta say the old timers (that I know) would be freaking out watching you hit that chisel with that stone hammer. But if it's your hammer then I guess it's no big deal. 😁
Thanks, anything that works, lol, Mike
A big hammer 🔨 is an amazing and precise tool Mike!
Thanks Clint, very true, Mike
Hi Mike, I cut a large portion of my garage driveway entrance (1 foot deep around 4 inches thick. Found some rebar and pink foam underneath and some sort of long cement beam underneath either.
What I took off had some gravel as aggregate I want to use the ready mix bags you've shown.
Would you add aggregate? Trying to find when and why you would use gravel.
I wrote your mixes from like all videos.
Type S is Mortar
Portland type 1 and 2
Don't forget to chip wall when repair
2 Sand to 1 Portland
Stone Patio 2Sand:1P
Stone Sidewalk 2Sand:1P
Retaining Wall 2Sand:1P
Birdbath 2Sand:1P
Table 2Sand:1P
Resurfacing driveway only Portland
Any laying flat outside just Portland
S Mortar (Portland and Mortar)
2Sand:1SMortar
Brick/Blocks
sometimes stones but only inside
MASONWORK
M 100% Portland
S 67 % 33% Lime
N 50%P 50%Lime
O 33%P 50%Lime
K 100% Lime
Foundation
2Sand1Smortar
Stone veneer
2Sand:1Smortar
Masonry wall
2Sand:1SMortar
Brick window
2Sand:1SMortar
Quikrete fast drying concrete mix (red bag)
For cellar entrance and plaster with rapid set Mortar mix
Concrete Mix recipe
1 1/2 Portland:2Sand:2Gravel
Slurry recipe (walls over bonding agent)
4 Sand : 1 Portland:1 S Mortar
Classic mix 1 Portland:2 Sand
Slurry recipe 2
1/4 Portland:1/4 Mortar S (mason S) : 1 Sand : Fiberglass
Waterproofer: Dryloc Masonry
Stone foundation
2 Sand :1/2 Mortar S: 1/2 Portland
(2 to 1)
Floor
6 Sand :2 Portland (weak mix under carpet)
4 cups of water for every 1 cup of additive (bonding)
Control joint
No less than 1/4 of slab thickness (1 inch deep for a 4 inch thick pour)
Placed no less than 2-3 times in feet the slab thickness I.e 4 inch slab 8 to 12 feet apart "
Hi Leonardo, if it's just a driveway piece, I might just buy the concrete readymix where you just add water and the stones are in it. like on my sidewalk installation or concrete patches, in the northern climates I might add a trowel full of Portland, but it's sounds like just a fix, and a patch is a patch, I am sure you will do fine, thanks Mike
@@MikeHaduck yeah like your sidewalks exactly. More than patches are making new parts for what's missing. I hope they last longer. I thought about patching with Portland but decided to cut and make a new one and no need to repatch in a few years which is alright too and I was debating the materials. Thank you!
Btw your amazon affiliate list is only on the US amazon website. You can make lists on Canadian amazon and UK amazon ...any, as many as you feel like. Some youtubers do that so the international audience have choices on their local website. (Sometimes same products are not available but alternatives)
evolution r300dct+ is great has the wet option. If u keep lists also updated people will buy more.
A Patreon for Q&A would be great too. But I understand how busy you are. Cheers from Canada
Mike great video again. Fingers are the most versatile tool, just ask the ladies
Thanks Paul, lol, Mike
Good content maybe I’ll do my own
Thanks Brandon, Mike
Try a batter mix like a cake decorating but for concrete
?
Great video Mike. What kind of stone did they use for old stone foundations back in the late 19th and early 20th century? Whatever type of stone it is, it sure burns up my hammer drill bits. LoL
Hi, they used anything they could get cheap unless it was a gov building, church or mansion, thanks Mike
Lol anytime i see someone putting cement on a surface without wetting it Mike always pops into my mind…..
Thanks Big Dru, Mike
Do you need a permit to do this
It dependson how honest or money hungry your inspectors are, thanks Mike
NBD 👍
Thanks Charles, Mike
I guess I am always thinking about some skell trying to break in and the windows are the weakest link to our security. Of course, if someone was determined enough, they’d bust a hole in the wall with a sledgehammer if they couldn’t break in through the window.
Hi Joe, your right if they really want to get in they will, thanks Mike
You are right about great stuff for basement windows. Thieves love it. A little kick and the window collapses.
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Thanks Rick, Mike
In Germany this wouldn't meet code. You cannot have possible uncontrolled airleaks. Mortar and the frame don't stick to each other so it wont be airtight the way you show it here. It would be required to either use some sort of a self expanding foam tape or spray foam at a minimum plus internal and external plastering. Depending on the situation there is then also additional requirements for water tightness as foam and water don't play well together
Hi, I been doing this for over 50 years and never had a complaint or had any air leaks, thanks mike
Just saying. I wouldn't mind but since you also have these fantastic videos on different building technics elsewhere I thought it might be good to add to it for this specific topic. In past we also build it exactly like that but now with regulations it's kinda a big deal now to get a window into a wall :) just wanted to share that bit with you. Have a nice weekend
Thanks ,Mike
@Catcha Predator no reason to be rude around here. Have a nice day
"If you can't beat em', arrange to have them beaten." - George Carlin
Thanks packleader, Mike
@@MikeHaduckI thought of that quote when you said "don't force anything. Just get a bigger hammer." 😂😅
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Thanks Pete, Mike
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Thanks Rafael, Mike
Thanks Rafael, Mike