Beginner Concrete Slab Pour - 16' X 26' Garage Slab

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Learn the basics of pouring a beginner concrete slab by watching us install this 16' x 26' x 6" Garage slab.
We formed the concrete slab with 2x6's and set them to grade using a DeWalt Laser Level, the same one we're using to pour the slab.
Thinking of building a garage or shed? This video is your one-stop guide to pouring your own concrete slab! Follow along as we walk you through EVERY step, from pouring the concrete to finishing the surface (Part 2). Perfect for DIY beginners, this 16'x26'x6" slab is ideal for small garages and sheds. Learn how to:
Set up forms for clean edges
Place rebar for reinforcement (optional)
Order and use Ready-mix concrete
Place, screed, and bull float for a smooth finish
Properly cure your new concrete slab
We'll cover all the essential tools, materials, and tips you need to know to pour your own concrete slab with confidence. Save money and gain valuable skills - watch now and get ready to build your dream garage or shed!
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BULLFLOAT:

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[catdeere]

Great way to teach people interested in learning, through the eyes and mind of a true guy new to the trade

[ringstinga]

Don't think you could have a better crew to show/teach you on these pours ! Well done Mike and the boys !

[dongreer]

Damn good teacher!!!! Most concrete guys are yellers!!! 👍🏻

[swashbucklesfortysix]

Good to see your veteran enjoying his apprenticeship with you Mike

[Mike-]

Good video helped me with my slab I put in on the side of my yard was going to hire someone they wanted lot more then used to so I decided to DIY it. Even having to buy tools still was able to do it for 80% less the quotes I got. I rented the Bull Float from HD for $25 a day it was the first time ever used a Bull Float most of my DIY slabs before were small just use a hand float.

[poppopkustomkars]

Nice work fellas! Reminds me when I worked with a good crew!!

[ryanpereira]

Hey Mike, love the content. Your videos are always awesome and so educational. I’m located in North East PA and looking to have a 24x55 slab poured soon for a metal building. Town has no requirements for the slab, do I need footers or just 6 inch all around with 4 inch gravel sub base is sufficient?

[scottpaulson]

Mike, What is the largest garage floor/patio floor that one man can pour without it getting away from them? And why isn't a vibrator always used on every job vs tapping on the form? just curious. Great channel

[DanTaron-lo]

Really great to see the "old timers" passing on their knowledge to the younger generation.

[rtboat]

Hey Mike, another great video! Say, was wondering if you could in a couple of your “typical pour” videos, put a real timeclock in one of the upper corners. Because these videos are only minutes long, vs. the real-time being hours long, making it a little hard for us to get the project's timing down, and it would be a BIG help since timing is critical in every step. Realizing that weather conditions affect the timing, one would know that sun speeds the work up and cloudy overcast cool days extends it as well as the slump and chemical additives you’ve chosen.

Maybe you’ve already done this, and if so, would appreciate your pointing us to those videos on your website. Thanks, and keep up the Great Work!

PS: an additional video with the timeclock on a stamped concrete pour would be excellent as well . . .😎

[SaltedSoulsGallery]

When should you do a mono slab? Building a 20x30 basic metal shop!

[muurreidnetwork]

Love the channel appreciate everything

[DACVLU]

🙏👷👍 appreciate your endeavour. I have a query . Are screeding and floating also required for self consolidating concrete (SCC)(aka self compacting concrete) ?

[jojomojo]

If things have moved out of grade while the concrete is pouring, what are your options?

[jerrykeith]

Appreciate the video. Is wire as good as rebar? I am going to DIY a 32 x30 garage and 24 by 60 driveway. Also what power screed you recomend

[peteshields]

Mike I noticed you pull a screed board a lot more than using your power screed . I understand why you did it on this pour it’s only 16’ wide . Do you feel that the power screed in too heavy on water reduced concrete at a 6 +slump.

[Junaidanwar]

How much do you charge per meter.. We do the same pours here in saudi but the prices are way too low.😢

[davidkellerman]

Hay mike how can you fix concrete that has puddels on it can you put a floor leveler on it and then grind the hole slabe to make it level again

[patrickpryal]

Most flat work guys I know around here don't even bother with wire mesh. Always ends up on the bottom anyway. Fiber in the mix is all you need according to them.

[braunzie]

Not supposed to wet set anchor bolts. The building code says the are supposed to be "in place" before pouring concrete.