BUILDING A LEAN TO CARPORT // Start To Finish (Part 1 of 2)

This DIY building a carport project is all about how to build a lean to carport from start to finish. This DIY carport tutorial shows the step by step process of pouring concrete footers, to layout and framing a carport in complete detail. Bring Your Own Tools (#BYOTools 223).

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Materials:
-Pressure Treated Gluelam 6"x12"x24' Beam (Qty: 3): Custom Order
-Pressure Treated 2"x8"x24' Joists (Qty: 18): Custom Order

CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Intro
0:36 - How To Pour Concrete Footers
10:30 - How To Frame A Lean To Carport
23:39 - How To Install Sheathing On A Roof
29:03 - Finish Shots

[htownblue]

I cannot wait to see the finished product here. Very well done on the framing and roofing underlayment.

[lechatbotte.]

I love watching even if I don’t do something on this scale. If I can scale it down to my level there’s still something I can learn and use.

[rogerk]

Looking good Brent. As always. I like OSB over plywood because it’s more consistent and you don’t get hollow points like plywood has sometimes. Usually where you drive a nail. But plywood may look better on the underside where you’re painting it. BTW it would awesome if you stained those glue lams. I’ve always love how they look in their natural state. Thanks!

[araimis]

Impressive. Love your projects, they are always great and I learn something new. Just wish they were more approachable by the "average" DIYer. And I say that as a person that does projects like this solo.

[AnthonyIsToeKnee]

I have found your channel and subbed recently and i am loving it. With your explanations, i feel very confident and inspirited to build. I am remodeling an old 1900s home that's been converted into a duplex. I am learning everything on YouTube and trial and error. I went from fixing cars and semi's to fixing houses. Chip and Johanna, and DIY channels like yours inspire me to try something new and save money at the same time. Keep up the great work! 😎✌️ Also, the audio quality is so great that i can hear evey enunciation in your speech. Very good quality. 👌

[Fabian]

One tip, use the red chalk for chalk reel the blue one is barely visible compared. Awesome build!

[vernabadenhorst]

I am not a builder or contractor but I love watching construction videos and your channel is right up there with my favorites. Great video and I love the precision you work with and the pride you take in your work. When is the second video coming out?

[ricktube]

Great timing... looking to build a similar style pergola (24x15) and your video addresses the build details. Even better if part 2 will show a tongue and groove plank install for the ceiling and an asphalt shingle roof!

[TheLindsay]

You’re a great dude and you do nice work. Thanks for the videos.

[adventureDad]

Great video!! I like the level square. That was a great idea! Cheers my friend

[rhkips]

Whoa, the math on those knee brace lengths and angles makes my head hurt. I'd be making a template stick out of a 2x4 or something, just scribing it, cutting it, and using it as a cut guide.

That's an incredible feat to build that structure in a week! I was up in the PNW a few weeks ago, in the midst of 90 degree weather and 80% humidity, helping my Dad build some much needed things, and it was miserable weather to work in with no AC to retreat to!

[samiam]

Nice project! Point of order, sir: 9:29 Concrete does NOT dry, it cures. And yeah...I'm a concrete nerd.

[SaadAliArts]

Impressive. Your projects are always amazing and satisfying to watch ❤❤❤😊

[danhunik]

When installing the aluminum clips on the edge of the plywood give the side that goes on the nailed down plywood a bit of a squeeze. This makes the gap smaller and will then fit tightly over your sheet and not move when you instal the next sheet.

[sean]

Good point about 811, they do miss some things, at my house they missed a 12'' water main!

[TheRawdawg]

Looks great I love beam construction. It seems like flat roofs would be easier .

[drumswest]

I would have also used construction adhesive on the roof joists too. Make sure the ends of the glulams are sealed even if they are rated as exterior grade.

[robertallison]

I.m going with a steel carport, saving a tom of money!

[stealthassasinday]

ACU is actually pretty decent in terms of camo in a concrete urban environment but terrible in every other place. The walnut looks fantastic though.

[lefefesole]

You can use that carport to install solar panels 😊