The best way to learn a trade is to find a mentor and get some hands on experience. However, before getting started on the job it is important to gain some background knowledge of the trade you will be learning. Below are some great resources to get started.

GETTING STARTED

Starting a construction company is not an easy task. The company’s success is dependent on creating a solid foundation to build the business. This includes setting up and following procedures that will help the company as it grows. Running a Successful Construction Company is a great book to start learning the proper way to build a business.

DECKS

Building a deck is simple right? Think again, there are many codes  that are essential to building a high quality deck. The Complete Guide To Decks is a great book to get started learning these building principles.

HOMEBUILDING

Becoming a home builder is a huge undertaking that requires knowledge in many areas. Although some of these jobs may be completed by specialized subcontractors, it is important to have an understanding of all tasks necessary to complete a home build. Below are just a few resources to gain some insight to the home building process.

Building a deck can involve an excessive amount of setup and clean up time. To reduce this time and increase efficiency Clock’d Out Construction is developing a Deck Tool Cart. This cart includes the following items:

• Dewalt Table Saw
• Dewalt Compound Miter Saw
• Craftsman Tool Chest
• Tough Built Saw Horses

THE BUILD

The cart is made of mild steel tubing sitting on 4 turf tire/wheel assemblies with standard trailer bearings. These trailer spindles fit well in 2in square tubing with .25in wall. It is designed to be loaded into the box of a pickup truck or trailer. On back of the cart is a 52in tool chest will more than enough storage for all hand tools and cordless tools. Next to the tool chest is the table saw with its table set to the same height of the tool chest to support material as it is fed through the saw. Over the wheel wells are drawers for fastener storage. On the front of the cart is a compound miter saw with a 2 piece removable cut table to support long deck boards while cutting. Slightly behind the miter saw is storage for 4 sawhorses.

MATERIALS

• Wheel and Tire Assemblies
• Spindle and Hub Assemblies
• 2in tubing, .25in wall
• 1.5in square tubing, .12 wall and 14ga
• 1.25in square tubing, .12 wall
• 1.5in x 1.5in angle 3/16 thick

EQUIPMENT

• Craftsman 52in tool chest – purchased locally
• Dewalt Table Saw
• Dewalt Sliding Compound Miter Saw
• Tough Built Saw Horses
• Dewalt Tool Boxes

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