Chris, I live about 1 mile from you were working today. Although we did not have the devastation those houses had, we did have a landslide that was several hundred yards long come down our mountain and bury the road with 2-3 feet of debris. We have had several volunteers like yourself and your friends come with skid steers and mini excavators to clear our road. So glad you came to WNC to help those in need. Thank you!!
@ I noticed Chris did not mention where he was at, so I have to respect his privacy and not say. I will say it was one of the hardest hit places in Western North Carolina.
Thanks Chris for the help. Im working with operation helo and since our air drop operation is over we now are focused on our efforts to get campers to families in WNC…. Gotten 60 so far out (fully loaded with generators, gas, propane, bedding, etc so families can get back to someplace warm to sleep on their land…. We have 100 more campers coming….
I wonder if anyone’s recognized LD18 or if he’s just some guy putting his business aside and helping out? It definitely makes me have faith in people when I see men like Chris and the rest donating time and resources to make a difference.
Thank you so much, Chris and all your friends and family who are helping with the cleanup effort. My heart goes out to all the families that lost everything. Without people like you, they might be months before they could start rebuilding their lives. You have a good heart, Chris.
I'll be honest I find myself conflicted watching these videos. I'm glad to see you helping people impacted by the hurricanes, putting aside your day job to help people who never heard of you. Total respect for all that. And I also enjoy watching you take down these buildings, helping the owners start a new chapter in their life, rebuild after the hurricane came through. The conflicted part is at the same time as I'm enjoying these videos, I'm also watching people's houses be destroyed, but not just houses. A house isn't just a building, it's a place where memories were made, life events happened. It's hard to watch knowing people are watching the house that built those memories get destroyed. And I realize it's just a physical thing, the memories will remain long after the house is rebuilt, but it's still painfull to watch in some ways.
Never realized how much you could do with the Mini. I was used to what the 250 could do, but you amaze me with your skill with almost any equipment. Glad you took time to help out!!
The hurricane took down all of my good timber. 80+ year old hardwoods. I had no plans of ever cutting it. It really hurt to look at it. It didn't take my home or my life. I'm grateful.
I live on the west side of the county you are working, the outside world dont know how it is here now, thank yall so much for helping and putting a spotlight on my area
Prayers and thanks for volunteering Chris! I helped around SE Wisconsin several years ago when we had a tornado go through. It always amazes me how some people will try and rip people off when they are having their worst days! Have a great day
Just cant wrap my head around the amount of debris and material. Just like you said 12 feet above the road there is debris in the trees. So many amazing volunteers. True American spirit.
You are the neatest demo guy I've ever watched work. You go so systematically keeping everything within the footprint of building even when there are obstacles put in your way. Another great video from you. Keep up the great work.
Hi Chris , watching this in the UK , I think its fantastic what you are all doing here and its so sad to see the devastating & destruction that this terrible hurricane has done ....I hope all goes ok and wish you all well
I wonder if anyone has second thoughts about rebuilding in a flood plain? Another Hurricane could come through anytime and do the same thing. The people here are very lucky people like Chris came to help. The Public can get way more done in a short time than the Government ever will. Was thinking, if Chris had the 350 with a thumb on it there.....
1000 yr flood if not 5000. There is a geologist running through the area explaining the flood and damages based off geology. and Yes its common to rebuild.
Chris I am so glad you are there to lend a helping hand. It is hard for me to even look at the devastation much less morn for all the people who lost everything. If the church building new houses needs a donation please list their website, email or address. Thanks again.
Hope is given when the likes of LetsDig18 and friends appear and make a difference voluntarily. To all affected take some of that hope, there is plenty of it to go around, and attmpt to move onward, no matter how tough. I had tears for you watching this video
I can tell by the scenery that yall are in Swannanoa area. Not to far from my home around 20 minutes away. Driving a dump truck all around that area rebuilding the roads. Cool to see everything everything u and your buddy s are doing. Later
I can't imagine losing what little i got. Very heartbreaking. Much respect to you Chris and all the other people and You Tubers that have and are donating time to help those families in dyer need of help. If i was able i would gladly help. God bless
That has got to be a terrible feeling for the home owners, to just stand by and watch their lives get crumbled up... Chris, again Thank you and the crew you are working with... I'm sure its no easy task to tackle..
Thank you, again Chris - I just wish I was there to somehow lend you guys a hand. People are at their best in a time of need, you're certainly proving that.
Great work Chris and crew. Unimaginable damage there. I kind of know what it's like, my folks lost their home 4 years ago in a huge wildfire that burned 130 homes and 78,000 acres in 12 hours because high winds were pushing the flames. That fire burned 131,542 acres in total. Some homes have still not been rebuilt. The fire changed the landscape for many years to come, same as there. It wiped out a vast area's of old growth timber. Driving up the highwa today, and it still looks like a bomb went off. It's pretty sad there and here.
Chris, you are to be commended for doing good work. Not only did you bring personnel, equipment and such to help out, your efficiency, skill and experience there is just a huge bonus. Know this - your contribution to this area will pay off in spades one day. "Everything comes back to you" - mama always said.
Chris, the "thank you" is great and they sure are nice but, nothing beats that warm fuzzy feeling that you get when you are able to help someone. A hug is also nice too.
Thank you Chris, and to all of the rest of your crew for your thoughtful acts of kindness! It is so heartbreaking! It reminds us also that there is a lot of good in people! May God bless you all!
I don’t remember when exactly but TX, OK, & KS had a grass fire, 4,000 sq miles, the fire got close enough to Dodge City that a house on the edge of town, the vinyl siding was sagging. I don’t remember how many cattle were killed but several. It was similar to this mess, it brings out the best in people. I often don’t comment but on these I’ll comment every time. Thank you Sir. I’m to old to fat & to lazy to do much more. Keep up the good work, we’ll be here.
Proud American here. Thank you Chris for joining up with other fantastic humans to help. The videos of the day this storm came through are incredible and widespread all through the gorges and canyons as far as the eye could see. I wish I were 30 years younger I would volunteer so we donated. Being retired and disabled won't stop me from being concerned for the well being of others.
Great job 👍🏻 love the walkie-talkie in the background it’s so sad that this people lost everything 7:59 love how there is a film crew I thought you were about to tear apart the dump trailer when you were driving the excavator over to it love how the brick wall fell down bye it’s self 24:33 love how the guy threw something with what ever he was holding its so nice that people despite losing everything they offer yall food love how you grabbed a wire
Chris did you ever think you're house wrecking ability would end up being so sad for so many It's a blessing that guys like you could go help best you could in this great need
Great job helping out the people clear the devastation made by the hurricanes there in WNC! I keep thinking of all the houses and barns you demolished with the 220 with no problem. The mini is doing a great job I have to say. You and your partner are doing a fantastic job! Bless you and everyone volunteering to help with the cleanup!!
Im surprised they're making them tear down the house. In MS after Katrina, if the house was still structurally sound they allowed us to just repair it.
So many things to say…. My heart goes out to all those who were hit by that storm. The devastation is unbelievable. Chris my hats off to you for going in there to help with the cleanup. And finally as a carpenter and novice operator, I’m not sure if everyone watching truly appreciates the level of skill and feather touch it takes to slide the debris across the subfloor without tearing it up too!! Awesome display of a skilled operator!!
Bless ur heart and all who have given of their time equipment/resources to help others hit by this hurricane! God's blessings to u and all who r blessing these dear people!!!
First thanks for helping those poor folks out. Live in Florida and the last couple of years of hurricanes brings back some memories of the destruction of war. Glad to see relief efforts are more organized and coordinated. Been watching your videos for a spell and am more so impressed with your skills and the performance of the Yanmar. Keep up the good work and god bless you all for your hard work!
Almost with respect/reverence are you approaching the demolition of these homes...those of us watching wonder how we would react in such extraordinary circumstances - where we find ourselves in the land of beginning again...Love for your fellow man is the greatest of all virtues, a force that can overcome the greatest of divisions and heal the most painful of wounds.
I live about 10 minutes West of Swannanoa and grew up in The Swannanoa Valley. Followed your channel for years and admire your skill and work ethic. Thank you for your generosity and willingness to assist in this massive job of restoring our community!
Chris, I am from farther west in NC. I want to say Thank You to you and all the guys that came to help. I didn't receive any damage but have several friends that did. Its been a undertaking to get back to what it is now. Without the help and support from people like you it would be almost impossible. Again THANK YOU.
Chris, I live about 1 mile from you were working today. Although we did not have the devastation those houses had, we did have a landslide that was several hundred yards long come down our mountain and bury the road with 2-3 feet of debris. We have had several volunteers like yourself and your friends come with skid steers and mini excavators to clear our road. So glad you came to WNC to help those in need. Thank you!!
I'm wondering what town was this?
@ I noticed Chris did not mention where he was at, so I have to respect his privacy and not say. I will say it was one of the hardest hit places in Western North Carolina.
@@tonyhargrove2869and Chris is respecting the privacy of those involved by not saying where he is.
Thank you for considering the privacy of folks who lost so much and the folks that are helping to right things.
God bless you guys!
terribly heartbreaking to watch.... People lost everything... great of your crew to go help...
You are a good man Chris for going and volunteering your time to help out those people.
Him and the rest of the volunteers are perfect examples of what awesome people are.
Thanks Chris for the help. Im working with operation helo and since our air drop operation is over we now are focused on our efforts to get campers to families in WNC…. Gotten 60 so far out (fully loaded with generators, gas, propane, bedding, etc so families can get back to someplace warm to sleep on their land…. We have 100 more campers coming….
God Bless you
Ur awesome bles ya !! Murica!
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Love demolition projects..........normally. These make me sad. So happy you could help, Chris! God bless everyone! 🙏❤
My thoughts exactly. Fun to watch when it’s an old tired building: not so much when it’s a family’s life washed downstream. Literally!
Devastation on an unimaginable scale. Prayers are with those folks and the fine people helping clean up and recover. Cheers from Louisiana.
I wonder if anyone’s recognized LD18 or if he’s just some guy putting his business aside and helping out? It definitely makes me have faith in people when I see men like Chris and the rest donating time and resources to make a difference.
Not the first person recognized me and it was awesome. Just put here doing what needs to be done!
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@@letsdig18The best and most honest heroes are the ones that go unnoticed while they work their good deeds.
@@letsdig18 just blending in with all the other awesome people helping!
Thank you so much, Chris and all your friends and family who are helping with the cleanup effort. My heart goes out to all the families that lost everything. Without people like you, they might be months before they could start rebuilding their lives. You have a good heart, Chris.
So thankful for many of the youtubers that I follow for helping in this effort. This is what America is all about...
I second this comment!
Thank you, Chris and the other guys this with you. You done a great thing for North Carolina, thanks?👍
Keep up the good work Chris. I`d bet it will take many families years to get over this.
Chris you guys are a God send!!!! Bless you guys!!!! Happy cleaning
I'll be honest I find myself conflicted watching these videos. I'm glad to see you helping people impacted by the hurricanes, putting aside your day job to help people who never heard of you. Total respect for all that. And I also enjoy watching you take down these buildings, helping the owners start a new chapter in their life, rebuild after the hurricane came through. The conflicted part is at the same time as I'm enjoying these videos, I'm also watching people's houses be destroyed, but not just houses. A house isn't just a building, it's a place where memories were made, life events happened. It's hard to watch knowing people are watching the house that built those memories get destroyed. And I realize it's just a physical thing, the memories will remain long after the house is rebuilt, but it's still painfull to watch in some ways.
It pays junior...
Chris, I'm proud of you. Been there twice myself. Glad you helped your fellow states folks. I'm from Dayton TN
Salute! I’m a fellow TN about 60 min NE of you!
That’s just heartbreaking ❤️🇨🇦
Never realized how much you could do with the Mini. I was used to what the 250 could do, but you amaze me with your skill with almost any equipment. Glad you took time to help out!!
Nice video Chris. Thanks helping the people in need.
Much respect to you and your brothers for helping the people in need
Good men do good stuff THANK YOU CHRIS GOD BLESS stay safe
Thank you for the bird's eye view. I suggest you build a HUGE dam to prevent future floods. I know - back in my straight jacket.
I hope this never happens again
YOU ARE BLESSED AND ALL IN YOUR HEART AND YOU ARE AWSOME &ALL.ALOT OF YOUR FRIENDS,,,YOUR SPIRIT SHINES!!!!
If there was a person who needed to be there it was you. Thank you!
The hurricane took down all of my good timber. 80+ year old hardwoods. I had no plans of ever cutting it. It really hurt to look at it. It didn't take my home or my life. I'm grateful.
Thanks to Chris and his team for helping out those who lost everything ❤❤❤ everything
Thanks Guys for giving a hand up 😊❤😊❤
What a mess. Thank you and have a great week.
Simply Horrible....😢 Thanks Chris for your assistance with this clean up project. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻😪
I like it when good people like you get together and help unfortunate folk out. Thanks Chris, your a good man.
I live on the west side of the county you are working, the outside world dont know how it is here now, thank yall so much for helping and putting a spotlight on my area
Very kind of you to help and it shows the American spirt better than anything could. Many blessing to you and all those who suffered a loss.
Chris I am proud to see you are helping with the clean up. This shows how much neighbors help neighbors. Keep up the great work and try to stay safe.
Prayers and thanks for volunteering Chris! I helped around SE Wisconsin several years ago when we had a tornado go through. It always amazes me how some people will try and rip people off when they are having their worst days! Have a great day
With your help these people have hope and working to get their lives back together
This is humbling to watch and incredibly generous of you to help out. Thank you, Chris! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Thank you so much Chris and all the guys and girls who have done so much to help. ❤
Just cant wrap my head around the amount of debris and material. Just like you said 12 feet above the road there is debris in the trees. So many amazing volunteers. True American spirit.
Good on ya and all the women & men who came to the rescue!
Great job Chris!!!!! I know those people are thankful for your volunteer time!! You Rock!!
Heartbreaking sad.😢
Bless you Chris and all of the volunteers!
Thanks 18 and friends. It's a Overwhelming effort on y'all's part!!
You and the others will be remember for this act of kindness, nicely done Chris.
You are the neatest demo guy I've ever watched work. You go so systematically keeping everything within the footprint of building even when there are obstacles put in your way.
Another great video from you. Keep up the great work.
😭i feel for all those people who have lost everything,its the same in australia,if its not floods its fire or cyclones great job chris.
Good job Brother!
Hi Chris , watching this in the UK , I think its fantastic what you are all doing here and its so sad to see the devastating & destruction that this terrible hurricane has done ....I hope all goes ok and wish you all well
Chris it’s a tragic time and so great to have you to help drop by in Marion and yes we have a great Hardee’s 3 miles away
Welcome anytime
I wonder if anyone has second thoughts about rebuilding in a flood plain? Another Hurricane could come through anytime and do the same thing. The people here are very lucky people like Chris came to help. The Public can get way more done in a short time than the Government ever will. Was thinking, if Chris had the 350 with a thumb on it there.....
It’s common for people to rebuild in the flood plain. Roam Mt Tennessee is an example of
1000 yr flood if not 5000. There is a geologist running through the area explaining the flood and damages based off geology. and Yes its common to rebuild.
People helping people is how things get done.
Chris I am so glad you are there to lend a helping hand. It is hard for me to even look at the devastation much less morn for all the people who lost everything. If the church building new houses needs a donation please list their website, email or address. Thanks again.
This is a stark reminder that one day can just change your life forever.
Thanks for helping out and showing some footage of the devastation. 👍
Hope is given when the likes of LetsDig18 and friends appear and make a difference voluntarily. To all affected take some of that hope, there is plenty of it to go around, and attmpt to move onward, no matter how tough. I had tears for you watching this video
I can tell by the scenery that yall are in Swannanoa area. Not to far from my home around 20 minutes away. Driving a dump truck all around that area rebuilding the roads. Cool to see everything everything u and your buddy s are doing. Later
Thank you for helping
It's great to see all the help. Chris you guys are a great bunch. Thanks for what your doing
It's awesome to watch you take houses down at the same time heart broken for the familys
Thank you Chris and Gage and your whole crew stay safe you guys are awesome 😊
I can't imagine losing what little i got. Very heartbreaking. Much respect to you Chris and all the other people and You Tubers that have and are donating time to help those families in dyer need of help. If i was able i would gladly help. God bless
That has got to be a terrible feeling for the home owners, to just stand by and watch their lives get crumbled up... Chris, again Thank you and the crew you are working with... I'm sure its no easy task to tackle..
Thank you, again Chris - I just wish I was there to somehow lend you guys a hand. People are at their best in a time of need, you're certainly proving that.
Great work Chris and crew. Unimaginable damage there. I kind of know what it's like, my folks lost their home 4 years ago in a huge wildfire that burned 130 homes and 78,000 acres in 12 hours because high winds were pushing the flames. That fire burned 131,542 acres in total. Some homes have still not been rebuilt. The fire changed the landscape for many years to come, same as there. It wiped out a vast area's of old growth timber. Driving up the highwa today, and it still looks like a bomb went off. It's pretty sad there and here.
Hopefully new houses can be built on these existing foundations. Reconnect all utilities.
Thank you so much for helping out in Western NC. Those folks need help, glad you went there.
Chris, you are to be commended for doing good work. Not only did you bring personnel, equipment and such to help out, your efficiency, skill and experience there is just a huge bonus.
Know this - your contribution to this area will pay off in spades one day. "Everything comes back to you" - mama always said.
Chris, the "thank you" is great and they sure are nice but, nothing beats that warm fuzzy feeling that you get when you are able to help someone. A hug is also nice too.
Thank you Chris, and to all of the rest of your crew for your thoughtful acts of kindness! It is so heartbreaking! It reminds us also that there is a lot of good in people! May God bless you all!
I don’t remember when exactly but TX, OK, & KS had a grass fire, 4,000 sq miles, the fire got close enough to Dodge City that a house on the edge of town, the vinyl siding was sagging. I don’t remember how many cattle were killed but several. It was similar to this mess, it brings out the best in people.
I often don’t comment but on these I’ll comment every time.
Thank you Sir. I’m to old to fat & to lazy to do much more.
Keep up the good work, we’ll be here.
You're a good man Chris.
Thanks for sharing 🇨🇦
Those pictures break my heart. Thanks Chris and friends. I'm so grateful you have the no how to do such a great job.
Remarkable Chris! Kudos to your team, and absolutely a big thumbs up!
Nice to see good progress being made !!!!
God bless you Sir for helping these people...Rock Star!!!
Thanks to everyone who helped these people who lost everything they had God bless you guys
Thankyou Chris for helping your neighbors in need. So sad what nature can do.
Proud American here. Thank you Chris for joining up with other fantastic humans to help. The videos of the day this storm came through are incredible and widespread all through the gorges and canyons as far as the eye could see. I wish I were 30 years younger I would volunteer so we donated. Being retired and disabled won't stop me from being concerned for the well being of others.
There's no greater gift that one can give another in need than one's time. Kudos to all that volunteered to help their unfortunate neighbors!
Great job 👍🏻 love the walkie-talkie in the background it’s so sad that this people lost everything 7:59 love how there is a film crew I thought you were about to tear apart the dump trailer when you were driving the excavator over to it love how the brick wall fell down bye it’s self 24:33 love how the guy threw something with what ever he was holding its so nice that people despite losing everything they offer yall food love how you grabbed a wire
Good job sir
Thanks Chris. You’ll get back 10 fold what you’ve done for these people.
Great job, guys. Keep fighting!
Chris did you ever think you're house wrecking ability would end up being so sad for so many
It's a blessing that guys like you could go help best you could in this great need
Good afternoon guys, Good job as always Chris
A big thank you very much VOLUNTEERS. All of you and those to come are the true fiber of AMERICA…GOD BLESS YOU ALL😊❤
Nice work.
awesome to see you and your friends help out with this catastrophe thanks to all that help these people in need .
Great job helping out the people clear the devastation made by the hurricanes there in WNC! I keep thinking of all the houses and barns you demolished with the 220 with no problem. The mini is doing a great job I have to say. You and your partner are doing a fantastic job! Bless you and everyone volunteering to help with the cleanup!!
Im surprised they're making them tear down the house. In MS after Katrina, if the house was still structurally sound they allowed us to just repair it.
That mini ex is amazing in how much it can do great job.
So many things to say…. My heart goes out to all those who were hit by that storm. The devastation is unbelievable. Chris my hats off to you for going in there to help with the cleanup. And finally as a carpenter and novice operator, I’m not sure if everyone watching truly appreciates the level of skill and feather touch it takes to slide the debris across the subfloor without tearing it up too!! Awesome display of a skilled operator!!
very lucky to have people like you! Thanks for your efforts!
Bless ur heart and all who have given of their time equipment/resources to help others hit by this hurricane! God's blessings to u and all who r blessing these dear people!!!
Thank you again for helping out .
i knew you would end up there sooner or later 👍👍
Thank you so much for going and helping!
First thanks for helping those poor folks out. Live in Florida and the last couple of years of hurricanes brings back some memories of the destruction of war. Glad to see relief efforts are more organized and coordinated. Been watching your videos for a spell and am more so impressed with your skills and the performance of the Yanmar. Keep up the good work and god bless you all for your hard work!
Almost with respect/reverence are you approaching the demolition of these homes...those of us watching wonder how we would react in such extraordinary circumstances - where we find ourselves in the land of beginning again...Love for your fellow man is the greatest of all virtues, a force that can overcome the greatest of divisions and heal the most painful of wounds.
Thanks chris they need help you came to help
That's is what I would call the good Samaritan !! Thank you Chris for helping out after the floods. Greetings from Australia
I live about 10 minutes West of Swannanoa and grew up in The Swannanoa Valley. Followed your channel for years and admire your skill and work ethic. Thank you for your generosity and willingness to assist in this massive job of restoring our community!
Well done Chris & your team! Rebuilding communities leads to rebuilding a nation.
Chris, I am from farther west in NC. I want to say Thank You to you and all the guys that came to help. I didn't receive any damage but have several friends that did. Its been a undertaking to get back to what it is now. Without the help and support from people like you it would be almost impossible. Again THANK YOU.