Two thirds preparation, one third installation! I learned a long time ago that the most time consuming part of any carpentry is getting your foundation on the money. Then the installation goes smoothly. Great vids Rich. Keep them coming.

Love how you corrected the work without trashing the other guy. Love the humble attitude. So sick of builders bashing each other for profit. You’ve earned my subscription. 👍🏻

I'm carpenter improver and your videos is gold. Respect for your calm explanation easy on ear and easy to understand what you doing.Good luck with your work, always safety first and spread your knowledge around the world.

Man I love how humble you are in all of your videos. Never talking smack, always keeping things respectful. Lots to learn from your videos.

As a fairly new carpenter I love watching your videos, always informative and you keep it respectful. keep it up!

This is the first video of yours I’ve seen and I can tell you know what you are doing and you actually care...nice job!

I love your videos man. Well said about pointing out the mistakes.

I love how calm and collected you are when you speak to the camera. Thanks for this video. I learned alot!

If you're talking about warped paneling and whatnot, you really need to have your gopro in linear mode, every vertical line is warped in the video.

Way back when, and old school painter once told me "Your work needs to look like it grew there. If it stands out, it's no good!" If our work doesn't look "at home" in-situ then it's no good!

Beautiful attitude, and you communicate things clearly to a fella like myself who has only been a helper on job sites. Look forward to seeing more from you.

Great job, thats what remodeling is all about. I have been cleaning up after contractors for over 35 years. Usually it's the builders you are brought in after to clean up those kind of messes. We all hate to talk about previous bad work by the other contractor but look at the snow ball effect on mistake after mistake. The more you look the more you see, LOL. Hey by the way I got my protractor the other day and already put it to use. Thanks again for following up and letting me know where to purchase. Keep up the good work. Always enjoy!! Al from Maryland

That’s a great attitude my man. I never EVER diss previous trades. There’s no point being high & mighty. Just get it done well.

$3500 for all the work you need to do to make that cohesive...I’d hire you in a heartbeat. That’s a beautiful home 🏡😍 it deserves to be correct. Nice job! 👍🏻👍🏻 My new favorite KZfaq channel 💞

I really like the way you think and agree with what you're thinking about what needs to be done. I'm 61 years old and have been a trim carpenter for over 30 years. I'd love working with you guys. You're as picky as I am. Awesome job.

Very professional attitude about the "other guys work", I appreciate that and I'm sure the customer is comforted by observing said professionalism.

"Whaaaat? That's not up to code." OMG thanks for the laugh...can't tell you how many times I've said the exact same thing just doing remodel projects in my own house.

You have a great foresight for finish carpentry. Good run through, but please move (if you can) and or cover furniture. Also zippered walls for other rooms. I teach my apprentices that no matter how good your work looks and functions, when the customer sees a Dusty mess they see your work in a different light. Even if you get caught cleaning the furniture.

Man I'm addicted to watching you work Love your skill. I seriously need a boss like you

Thanks for the video. Very informative. I like that you explain what you encountered, and how you addressed the issues found. I also like that you are updating your followers on the new Dewalt Flex tools and the new miter saw fence system you added to your tool arsenal. Thanks again.

Next time some one asks what I'm doing I'm going to say "some non osha approved stuff with a skil saw". Seroiusly awesome line.

My father-in-law is a Jack of all Trades. Truly. The only one I've ever met. I've met one other guy who said he was, but wasn't. It takes a special person. Someone who is very mindful and takes pride in everything he touches. I admire him very much. He has the know-how in theory and years of practice. So, I can really appreciate your stance, and everything you say in your video.

Great video!!!!! Love how you share with us what you spotted was wrong and determine how you plan to fix them. It definitely helped me stay away from particular mistakes in my own personal field. I definitely enjoy watching!

The key word that I knew ypu were a genuine guy is "humble". I wish more people in the industry and just everyday life carried themselves this way. Good job and video!!

Shots everytime he says "hard transitions"

Damn man, you are so good at what you do! The passion in your work shows.

What I like about this carpenter is his attitude about “going where angels fear to tread”. A lot of carpenters would’ve left without even giving a price for the overhaul.

Love your work, it's nice to see there are people that still take pride in their trade. We are a dying breed. Awesome work :)

Can't wait for part 2!!! Inspiring..

I’m loving these job site videos man.

You are so right about specializing in one form. People just never want to turn down a job and money so they say they can do everything. Those are the ones to stay far away from. You have a very refreshing approach and I hope your work brings you a good living.

Love humble attitudes..we need more of that in this world

Awesome . I want more. Can't wait for the next video

Trim work. The plastic surgeons of the carpentry world.

You do it the RIGHT WAY, I respect that. Trouble is, MOST homeowners just don't PAY to get it done right. They want it cheap and fast. It's nice to get clients that pay the bill. I am usually stuck with " Home Depot Cowboys" that want it all for $300.

Humble attitude 💯 !!!..You are a great Human being Bro 👍... We never stop learning something new ..

Richard, love your videos. You are very good at your job. Keep it up man..

Hey I’m from a big union state, seen a ton of good carpenters. This guys good keep making videos my man

Nice to see someone working for a living making videos instead of shop-bound gentlemen wood workers. Love the channel. Keep it up.

Hi just come across you channel. Love the way you explained how someone has messed up and not slagging them off......👍🏻 Your workmanship is first class and how you show us excellent too 😊 Stevie 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

Interesting problems. Plinth block to terminate at the baseboard? I appreciate your videos

I want to see what the project looks like when complete.... "Humble attitude" i love that.. it says alot about what you and your company are about, truly genuine... A cut above the rest.... Awesome videos.... Much love and respect from riverside ca.

Fantastic Rich. Thanks for the new video I really like how you show a project from the start. Looking forward to the next segment, cheers.

As a DIY'er with no home improvement training other than watching youtube and do trial and errors, everytime someone said the installation would've been better if this or that was done, I just replied, I did it with love and just the thought that I was the one ( a physician by profession) who did it made that mistake look so gratifying, for some reason they still say I did a good job. So thanks for pointing out mistakes only professionals can see without dissing the previous guy and if that kind of job is a $3500 work for you, I will let you redo my whole DIY mistakes :))

That level looks oddly familiar.. I'd like it back when you are finished sir

Dude, I really like how you started your video off. Great attitude, humble, and informative without dogging anyone down. I like it. You've earned yourself another subscriber. - a humble handyman. Also, could I ask what that finish nailer is that you're using? I usually use a Paslode but I'm always looking for other good products. Thanks!

Your humble approach is the best on you. You’re a very nice person

I pride myself on being a good welder and fabricator, not to mention a pretty good carpenter, however I never really needed to get into finish carpentry. Until I started watching your videos. You sir are an artist to your craft. I'm learning a lot by watching your videos. I've have had to fix a lot of bad work from other welders and I to do not believe in slandering their names for any reason because it will get me no where. Your work speaks for itself. Great video and consider me a subscriber. 2 THUMBS UP.

Well done. I like that you didn't bad mouth the work you replaced. You can always find something wrong with other people's work. None of us our Jesus Christ.

True jack of all trades here, my friend! Perfectionism is in my blood.

Homeowner is lucky to have you come along and help her get what she really wanted. She obviously didn't know what to ask for with the previous job. "Make it look like the pillar" isn't an explicit enough instruction. They did exactly what they were told to do!

Great video man, could watch stuff like this all day. It's awesome to wAtch someone that takes so much pride in their work.

Please post the finished products

Good video! The old guys always said to me when I said something was level. PLUMB is vertical and level is horizontal. Keep up the videos!

Well young man you have a keen eye and someone that does his work really well. Like your way of seeing how something was done wrong and what you will have to do to make it right. Had contractors that tried to get over on me and had a friend that knows the business like you do. Always has time to look and give me advice. Helps a lot when i need something done. My buddy is a high end contractor and the jobs I have him look at are to small so his advice helps when looking for a handy man with some brains. Thanks for the videos that show how things are done the right way when wanting to up grade ones home. Your a real artist.

You always do great work. 👍 When I'm doing demo in a furnished house I try to block off rooms and I cover EVERYTHING . I've been bitten before by "not so nice" homeowners that blamed me or other employees for damaged furniture that we KNOW we didn't do. Thanks for another awesome video.

Thinking ahead for the height of the crack in the MDF to match the pillar was so cool. Besides a master finish carpenter you're a great problem solver. Lots of corrections on that botched job. Can't wait to see you do your magic finishing.

“Non-OSHA” stuff with the circular saw! Lol. Unique situations call for inventive “non-osha” procedures. Lol

Nice work I like your keen eye to detail it makes a huge difference to the job outcome,so many contractors are all about the money not so much the finished product. I'm a handyman from the U.K

lol besides the curb I was like “this looks good to me” wow I’m def a homeowner and not a pro! Thanks for explaining this

"It's just a really hard transition."

shit this guys correct lol. I work as a handyman or "Jack of all trades" and i can tell you right now, I thought that finish carpentry looked amazing right when he walked in lol. I thought wow what a good job...but this dude was able to spot every imperfection this dude is good...really really good.

I do enjoy you videos. As a tradesman myself I agree with you not knocking the people who came before you.

It is a pleasure to see a real professional at work. You rock.

You should have popped a light in that big cased opening. They are always awkwardly lit

great work smart & humble guy you get my like 👍

Sign of a good carpenter is having the foresight to plan for stuff like placing that mdf seam right where that rail will go. Saves time, money, and looks better. Perfection.

Looks like you got a good start. The owner called the rite guy! You will do a real nice job . Thanks for sharing. Your a very capable production carpenter

In all of the years of custom cabinet making and installation I've done, you have to be well versed in both types of work! It's truly disgusting what supposed professionals try to get away with!

Do you use air scrubbers/air cleaner at all? Even the cheaper ones will help out with dust particles..I know most customer hate the whole construction disruption and the mess it makes..helps sell the jobs also if you inform them the precautions/procedures you take to keep their home clean and protected...especially if your higher in price from other estimates..

Thank you for the help you give us the beginners and keep the humbleness brother God bless you alot peace.

Thanks for the tool update. Im a tool guy so I love tools. Keep up the good work.

Thanks for great vids and info. I might suggest a different camera or lens. This vid gives a parabolic or rounded view. And Im sure u can understand how this can affect our perceptions. Thanx again! P.S. If no one has told u, I will. Vids like urs that give great info and insight, help people change thier lives. Some are homeowner's, but many are working people that learn from folks like urself. THANK YOU!!!

Spax screws are the best. Definitely worth paying a little more for a great product.

Love his videos...quality craftsmanship and good guy

Great job guys! I love these in depth videos!

Ok Im what they call a professional multicraft construction worker. I work on the industrial side meaning I have to do everything from form and pour concrete to remodel offices. I have built cabinets for a living. I have hung and finished drywall and for a few years I worked for a man who flipped houses. I will never know it all but i take my time and do the job the right way or not at all. One of the guys I learned alot from taught me most ppl wont know what it cost but everyone knows what it looks like and how it holds up. Nice to meet you.

Haha, can tell pretty well that you're definitely a finish carpenter. Those 2 by's aren't for a cabinet man... just shoot em up there! Coulda done it in half the time. Quality AND efficiency.

spot on, be good at one thing ! I got one of my first jobs because I told the owner, I can do that, that and that, but I definitely can not do those other 4 skills, great videos too !

love your vids bro! Been doing finish carpentry for about a year now and these vids are really helpful!!!!!!!!

Red rosin paper not really protective enough for demo work. Ram board, or even better corrugated white plastic panel. Goes down fast and is reusable.

They took the low bid and got what they paid for.

I agree with you Im a handyman I can't do everything good...but Im always trying to improve...great vid!

Richard, this video from 3 years ago popped up in my feed tonight. It's interesting to see how much you've progressed in your video production and tool setups. Godspeed young man!

looks like the biggest issue was the home-owner wanting silly work done from the start, followed by previous contractor not telling them it will look out of place. maybe the customer insisted upon having it done "there way" and the contractor obliged vs. walking away. I've dealt with many like that in the past, the worst are most always artists and architects.

The glass pieces over the doors are "transoms" In the era before Air conditioning, they were hinged, could be opened and provided air circulation. Air conditioners obviates the need. So they look goofy as they are, serve no purpose. Visual clutter. Correct to remove them.

I love your attention to detail and down to earth attitude. Subscribed. Keep up the great videos!

Wow. This is great stuff man. I do small diy stuff but I really want to get into the more complex carpentry stuff like what you guys do. Thanks for all the tips!

Why not just have drywall in that area and have the walls flow through like they would normally instead of having such an elegant pass-through? Also, purposefully making the pass-through even narrower seems like a bad idea for moving furniture, appliances, or whatever. Why make an area smaller when it doesn't have to be?

Great video. BTW, I want to congratulate you for finally meeting that “jack of all trades” guy, that’s great at all trades. Just a word of non requested advice, that paper doesn’t protect the floor. You should get a longer level, when you get the wrong size lumber you should return to the store and get the right size, 3/4” mdf doesn’t flex in your application to build that 2x4 wall the way you did. Other than that, you did a fine job in seeing how all those details should look. You’re young and should have a great future in this industry.

My man. Good job, great channel. I'm just starting as a carpenter. Bought lots of tools but have no place to work yet. I'm looking for small jobs like those you're doing and watching your channel helps me set up mindset and pick jobs that won;t be too hard and let me to actually earn some cash for the workshop i need.

Great video again , I do most phases of construction , and it's all about slowing down and watch the details ,proper planning, prevents , poor , performance

the only thing I saw that you are doing , was narrowing down the short hall with the 1" bow, could have cut thin boards to match the narrowest(center) of the hall and save space . All looked ok other wise

when you remove any trim score the caulk before pulling it off. Ive seen whole houses where they ripped the drywall up 3 feet, they didn't figure it out on the first peice

Richard, I love the fast forward parts, it makes me laugh. 😂

Love your videos man. You are super chill and very informative. I really like your style and have learned a lot from you! Keep up the awesome work!

I would prefer painted drywall. There is a point when the amount of trim, casings, etc. just becomes too much. Eh, I prefer old houses anyway and not newer ones made to look old.

Another case of a homeowner telling a contractor what they want (make a 6-foot passage look like an 12-inch column) then not wanting it when it's done. This is due to the homeowner's poor eye for aesthetics. You said it yourself - they didn't even notice a difference in the two doorways until you pointed it out at which point they became frustrated about something they never noticed anyway. Sure, the other guy could have terminated his trim differently. But the existing baseboard is NOT his problem, the existing wall bow is NOT his problem, and the choice of putting dead end crown molding in the passage was clearly following the HO's instructions to match a column. They will not be happy with anything. They will tell you they love your work to your face, then badmouth you with uppity words like "sanctimonious" to their uppity friends and colleagues because they will never be satisfied.

Dude, you're awesome...i'd hire you in a heartbeat!!

love watching your stuff bud. Very knowledgeable, and particular when working.