https://stream.echo6.co/videos/watch/bc5e3a8f-4a47-451f-ba3b-44437743e628 Sometimes everything just lines up — the inspector, the weather, and the crew. In this episode, we got surprise approval to cover the floor right before the rain hit. Then it was full speed ahead: rolling PWT I-joists, gluing and nailing Advantech X-Factor, and taping seams before the storm rolled in. In this video you’ll see: ✅ How we install subfloor the right way — gapped, glued, nailed, and taped ✅ Why we use TetraGrip nails and polyurethane adhesive for a 100-year floor ✅ How to work efficiently without rushing quality ✅ Tips for organizing your lumber delivery for smarter framing days ahead Whether you’re a homeowner, DIYer, or builder, you’ll pick up real-world framing tips that prevent squeaks, save time, and make your floor last as long as the house. 🎥 Shot on site with the Awesome Framers crew — Pacific Northwest 🪚 Materials: Huber Advantech X-Factor, PWT I-Joists, TetraGrip nails 📍 Stay tuned — next episode we start snapping lines for rake walls! Watch how we beat the rain, passed inspection, and installed a 100-year subfloor in one day. This episode shows our complete process — from glue and layout to taping seams before the storm rolled in. You’ll see real-world framing techniques, jobsite coordination, and a few lessons we’ve learned after hundreds of homes. Whether you’re a builder, DIYer, or just curious how a floor this strong gets done, this video walks you through every step. 00:00 – Inspector Approval Just in Time 01:20 – Floor System Overview (PWT I-Joists & LVLs) 02:45 – Prepping for Subfloor Installation 04:10 – Glue, Layout & First Row Setup 06:05 – Jordan’s First Subfloor Install 07:30 – The Beater Board Trick You Need to Try 09:00 – Framer Soapbox: Doing It Right 11:40 – Tools & Fasteners That Make It Last 13:10 – Drone View + Builder Philosophy 15:00 – Wrapping Up: Subfloor Complete 16:10 – Rain Test: Did It Stay Dry? 17:40 – Lumber Delivery & Layout Planning 19:15 – Ready for Framing Tomorrow Some of the links below are affiliate links. I may make a small commission off of them. ISOtunes Bluetooth Hearing Protection - https://bit.ly/Timmy10 (10% off code: Timmy10) 5% coupon code "NGDAWESOME" and the free freight on fastener orders over $1,000 with code "FREESHIPPING The tools I use and recommend https://acmetools.pxf.io/AwesomeFramers Nick's Boots + Awesome Framers boot The Wood Butcher https://rb.gy/x316yv Instagram www.instagram.com/awesomeframers/ website https://www.awesomeframers.com/blog https://www.tiktok.com/@awesomeframers Company https://pioneerbuildersonline.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/PioneerBuildersInc Nicks Boots https://bit.ly/3MEHY56 Click here for a discount on Hyspecs Safety Glasses www.iwearhyspecs.com/timmy10 Oh and another takeaway, if you use a drone for commercial work, you need to be part107 certified. Commercial work includes social media like YouTube if you plan to make an income off of that. I watched a video about this last May and then purchased the Part 107 Course https://sso.teachable.com/secure/245841/checkout/1320802/bundle-remote-pilot-plus-maneuvers?affcode=245841_0eauthdo&coupon_code=FRAMERS100 I studied and learned for 1 month and then took my test. I scored a 95%, which is a testament to how good Greg and the crew over there teach. That link will save you $100 off the course and support this channel. badgertoolbelts.com https://wavecel.com/ https://jackasssawhorse.com/ Spotify Playlist ?? https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1nieBWiaM6g6KCYWaYWBQf #building #construction #framing #huberpartner #ontheroadwithhew Fri, 24 Apr 2026 19:53:47 GMT https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html PeerTube - https://stream.echo6.co https://stream.echo6.co/client/assets/images/icons/icon-512x512.png https://stream.echo6.co/videos/watch/bc5e3a8f-4a47-451f-ba3b-44437743e628 All rights reserved, unless otherwise specified in the terms specified at https://stream.echo6.co/about and potential licenses granted by each content's rightholder.