That is so wrong I have been framing for 35 yrs I can put all 20 windows in a house like that in 1hr one cut across the top to slip the window under the Tyveck and then cuts on 45° in from each corner about 8 inches Wrap those sides and bottom jn the House staple them in then put the window in under the top cut nail it off and tape the bottom first the sides are taped next then the top Bang done fuck the roller just use your hand on the Tyveck and tape that shit sticks to Tyveck like contact cement the top flashing goes over the window trim during the siding install
This is great! One suggestion I have is a video explaining what to do when you screw up--you mention things like checking for square on the rough opening before the window in, but I would have no idea what to do if it came out wrong.
That is the really hard part if the RO is too far out of square that the window will not fit - often the solution it is fix the framing. I have seen some folks shave some of the framing - but that is problematic as you have to have a gap all around the window to make sure you have room for expansion and contraction of different materials.
Perfect. Slow and methodical explaining everything along the way. The only question I have that wasn't covered is the screw length you used to fasten the window in place.
Wish i could add more than a like, you really deserve it. You are so knowledgeable, above and beyond. You are a MASTER teacher, everything is explained in simple terms so that even if someone does not know any construction they could understand what is happening and why
I would love to hear from you - would you rather have this as 3 videos or one long video like this one. I know that 45 minutes is long - but we are trying to show the entire process
It would be great to have 3 videos - being that this would be a video series I would assign outside the classroom, shorter videos will help maintain focus. Thank you!
I have aways been taught to cut the house wrap In an "X" cut then hammer tac the wrap inside the window then place window level, all that then nail, and tyvek tape window seams. What are your thought on that? just your professional opinion if you can. Thanks, great video as well!
What would you do if you are installing a new window into a preexisting space on an older home with material such as brick on the exterior of the house? How do you create that airtight and watertight surface? Do you remove the material to expose the new opening to be able to apply that air and watertight compounds? I have so many questions and as a first time homeowner when I take on projects in my home I want to do them right. These videos have been great thank you for the knowledge.
@@ConstructionEd You can leave them in place but you would still have to cut them, right. How can you cut these without disturbing them since the only thing holding them together is the house wrap tape.
How would you retrofit to an existing aluminum or wood window that has 1959 tar paper as water barrier and traditional insulation? Do you have a video for this type of remodeling?
Not so sure about that - Bulk water control layer products are usually very liberal in their direction - this is sometimes not the case with vapor barriers.
this opening that you cut is how much more in size than your windows width and length? next time could you actually measure the width and length of the window itself, and show where on the window that you take these measurements. thank you for showing us how to do these jobs the right way.
Thanks for this video, was helpful. Probably reduce the music volume by 70 percent though, it's quite loud.
Thanks for the info
This is an excellent step-by-step instructional video for people new to the construction industry. Great job!!
Thank you very much
That is so wrong I have been framing for 35 yrs I can put all 20 windows in a house like that in 1hr one cut across the top to slip the window under the Tyveck and then cuts on 45° in from each corner about 8 inches Wrap those sides and bottom jn the House staple them in then put the window in under the top cut nail it off and tape the bottom first the sides are taped next then the top Bang done fuck the roller just use your hand on the Tyveck and tape that shit sticks to Tyveck like contact cement the top flashing goes over the window trim during the siding install
This is great! One suggestion I have is a video explaining what to do when you screw up--you mention things like checking for square on the rough opening before the window in, but I would have no idea what to do if it came out wrong.
That is the really hard part if the RO is too far out of square that the window will not fit - often the solution it is fix the framing. I have seen some folks shave some of the framing - but that is problematic as you have to have a gap all around the window to make sure you have room for expansion and contraction of different materials.
@@ConstructionEd So, pretty much you have to rip out the sheathing or even the framing and just try again?
It all depends on how far out of square your RO is. Will your window actually fit in the hole?
@@ConstructionEd Oh, I'm only asking hypothetically--it's just something I keep wondering when people say "check for square", so I thought I'd ask. :)
Very helpful thank you 🙏🏽!
This was excellent.
You guys have one or the best instructional channels for construction. Thank you.
Wow, thanks!
Perfect. Slow and methodical explaining everything along the way. The only question I have that wasn't covered is the screw length you used to fasten the window in place.
Look at the specifications for the window you are installing is the best way to maintain the warranty
Wish i could add more than a like, you really deserve it. You are so knowledgeable, above and beyond. You are a MASTER teacher, everything is explained in simple terms so that even if someone does not know any construction they could understand what is happening and why
I couldn't have said it better.
Brother, thank you so much for taking the time. Very glad I found this channel.
thanks for finding us
I just discovered your channel you are an excellent teacher. I have learned alot!
I'm so glad! Keep watching.
Sweet roller toss and catch 👍
Also excellent presentation in every video, I hope you keep this channel going
That's the plan! Not all of our videos are RUclips - we have other full courses at TradeSkillsU.online.
Love the way you demonstrate
Thanks for the comment
Excellent step by step & very clear . Thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
I would love to hear from you - would you rather have this as 3 videos or one long video like this one. I know that 45 minutes is long - but we are trying to show the entire process
Thanks for sharing Donny, we have a couple of other videos on windows in this playlist - and more content coming out each week.
Please keep in mind that you should be wearing your safety glasses. Otherwise great job on the video.
It would be great to have 3 videos - being that this would be a video series I would assign outside the classroom, shorter videos will help maintain focus. Thank you!
Funny you say this - our Premium Subscriber Vimeo channel has it available as 2 videos
One is best for me.
Thankful for a useful series.
Glad you think so!
I have aways been taught to cut the house wrap In an "X" cut then hammer tac the wrap inside the window then place window level, all that then nail, and tyvek tape window seams. What are your thought on that? just your professional opinion if you can. Thanks, great video as well!
How many times have you been taught? You've "always" been taught to cut an x? Well, now you've been taught to cut an I.
What would you do if you are installing a new window into a preexisting space on an older home with material such as brick on the exterior of the house? How do you create that airtight and watertight surface? Do you remove the material to expose the new opening to be able to apply that air and watertight compounds? I have so many questions and as a first time homeowner when I take on projects in my home I want to do them right. These videos have been great thank you for the knowledge.
This was a very good video. I’m new to this and I’m learning a lot
Glad to hear it
Wonderful tutorial.
thanks Jordan
One long video... best diy video I've seen. Will this work on 1950 house with double brick construction?
you may have to use an extension, it all just depends on how thick your wall is
Please keep it as one long video.
Subscribed!
thanks
So you don’t use any shims for the sides or top? Only if it’s skewed? Or never?
One more question Joe - how long do you wait between these steps? like after applying the flashing, after caulking, etc.
You do not need to wait between steps - but if the caulking is wet wipe off any extra so the flashing tape sticks.
You are amazing bro
Thank you so much 😀
Should I cut a taper piece for the bottom of the window so the water would run out better.
some folks do frame the sill with a slight angle out to allow water to drain - it is not a bad idea depending on your climate.
Need video for Steel crankout window to vinyl replacement. Thank you.
Noted
Love the video, hate the music😬
I agree. But can’t change now unfortunately
Is the only thing that seals the house wrap, where it was cut at the top above the flashing, the piece of tape?
Do you have a lesson for door installation.?
we do not have it out yet - but one is in production
🙏
Hi Joe, great video but I have a question, do you remove the shins after screwed down the window then fill the 1/4 gaps all around the window?
The shims can be removed - but often they are left in place.
@@ConstructionEd You can leave them in place but you would still have to cut them, right. How can you cut these without disturbing them since the only thing holding them together is the house wrap tape.
How many times can the glass be looked through before it wears out?
Too many to count
Joe, do you have a video similar to this for installing a prehung door? Does it require all the same layers and sealing?
It does not require the same process - but exterior doors do require some similar steps . A door video will be created soon
How would you retrofit to an existing aluminum or wood window that has 1959 tar paper as water barrier and traditional insulation? Do you have a video for this type of remodeling?
We do not have a video for that situation - - there are just too many variations
Should you use roofing nails for the ‘nailing flange’.
I always use screws with a large head - I have never looked at the manufactures rules on a roofing nail
According to Pella, 2" 11 Ga Roofing Nail.
The flashing should be installed directly to the framing lumber, not sure why u would need to flash the house wrap?
So water can't get behind the house wrap.
Hi Joe I’m a framer from Germany 🇩🇪 what’s the height for this window from bottom floor to rough opening maybe 3’ feet high from bottom floor
This was just an example we use as a mini skills exercise in our school lessons - and it also worked well for the video.
The thickness of your flash pan is what? The thickness then of your shims is what?
Sill pans can be various thickness, the premade ones are often thicker.
It should be noted that installing house wrap or flashing upside down voids the warranty
Not so sure about that - Bulk water control layer products are usually very liberal in their direction - this is sometimes not the case with vapor barriers.
老师讲得很仔细，太感谢你了，
Great show
In Colorado that tape might be ok, but in Texas heat, it’s worthless.
It literally curls up like a woman’s curls in her hair.
I can't say that I would want to be installing windows in your heat - you are a stronger man than I. Thanks for the comment
this opening that you cut is how much more in size than your windows width and length? next time could you actually measure the width and length of the window itself, and show where on the window that you take these measurements. thank you for showing us how to do these jobs the right way.
i'm sorry for the above comment, because i see that you address these measurements later in the video. my bad!
better not to fill the air gaps with foam, which impedes water drainage/evaporation. any insulation from the foam is negligible, given the tiny space.
It is more about minimizing the air infiltration vs the thermal insulation