Fixing Water Damaged Rotted Wall and Subfloor

In this video I fix some rot in a bottom plate and subfloor caused by water damage.

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[ResaleRabbit]

Don’t ever change your video styles. All of my other favorite DIY YouTubers are making their videos look like a reality show now. Very few tips, nothing to learn, just music and Timelapses mostly. I’ve been following you since the bathroom remodel series but I’m really hooked on the kitchen / hall series.

[christhcreatr]

Hey just a recommendation from a guy that works in the Mold Remediation field. If and when dealing with suspect materials like this the mold/stain may be dormant as it has no current water source to feed off of you should still err on the side of caution and spray/soak materials you have left with some Anti-microbial, toss a fan on it for 48-72hrs then seal it all with some killz spray paint. This will help prevent any mold growing in this location in future from moisture in crawl or another leak down the road.

[RonaldFinger]

Your ability to just go out and tackle these obstacles that pop up is nothing my short of amazing. No doubt I would’ve panicked about the rot for weeks before even attempting to do anything haha. Great work!

[aapettit]

As someone who has remodeled several houses in the past. In areas where replacing the wood was just not possible, epoxy resin is a great way to strengthen the existing wood. As for the stud I would sister it and call it good. That said it didn't look too bad to me. Anyway great content keep up the great work! Love the house so far!

[ShiningSakura]

This is the exact video I was needing.... we just got a house with subfloor rot from the bathroom and was at a loss on how to start. I have lived in reno my whole life living with a dad who does renovations for work so I know a thing or two... but I am at a loss on how to tackle and start fixing subfloor rot. Thank you for this.... you don't know how much help you are just doing what you are doing. Its regular stuff on a regular budget showing the hidden stuff many big renovation shows don't tell you about.

[andres]

Love how things that would've had me cursing, yelling and frustrated are so well thought out and easily solved when you do them. Definitely enjoy this series and the video design/content. Way to go!

[THmrBROWN]

Just finished my 2 hour long online class, and my brain was fried. Came to YouTube to watch something relaxing, was glad to see you had uploaded!!

[luckyarlo]

Future reference, there is wood hardeners out there that you could brush on the old rotted areas you didn't replace that would add to the integrity of the rotted boards. Great job with the project so far.

[RedStorm.]

You do this show really well. Information, teaching, speaking, demonstrations, camera angles, editing, and most of all your creativity is, just perfect for an easy to watch show that is interesting. Thx.

[monabale]

this gives me hope for my crumbly little old house...
thx!

[nolongeramused]

After we discovered that my master shower had been installed without any moisture barrier at all (tile over drywall), we got a contractor involved. Ten days into the demo he told me that they "officially" stopped finding water damage. Lots of rot, warped siding, and mildew. Fun times.

[saturnia]

The best DIY channels on youtube are just what you have here, no bs, no shilling for adverts, hard on the head music, magically done edits...just solutions to repair problems and good renos, easy to follow. I call these videos real repair in real time. I've watched your time-lapse living room reno 3 times, it's quite inspiring.

[aboelishes]

Nice going, but as a tip i would suggest placing wirenuts on the exposed wiring. Just as a piece of mind for the plumber, who would be working right next to it.

[randyriggs]

Did a good job on the kitchen floor. Being a plumber by trade, would it be a good idea for you to move than stack near center of your sink drain, then offset the vent stack where it used to go? That way you don't have such a long waste arm. Just a thought. Enjoyed your remodel video!

[toddhart]

I really appreciate your work and your vibe while you are working your way through a project. I am working on our 1916 bungalow and I refer to your videos all the time. Keep up the good work.

[MattiRedsky]

What are the odds the driver bit would fall into the basement like that? I swear those things try their best to become lost forever.

[meinmaine]

I think you did an amazing job! I love how you think through everything so thoroughly.

[KevinDrevik]

Again, its great seeing you fixing stuff, bit by bit, to get the structure 100% before progressing. Too often you see folks "half-assing" it - especially with flipper houses

[lar]

The way you calmly look at a problem and figure out how to tackle it is amazing.Nice job 👍

[kscheuerman]

Sorry I missed this video yesterday. You did a great job as usual. I really liked seeing a tiny peek at your little guy. It was a gift for us while still keeping him safe. I know you do everything for your family.