Some jobs can take a toll mentally rather than physically, I always battle with myself during the clean. On this particular blessing my dad got me back on track.. with the simple words "we'll do the best we can". So thank you everyone for coming back each week and helping us help others! Best way you can help the channel is hit the like & subscribe.. doesn't cost you penny and helps the channel grow!
Ben, it is absolutely out of your control to correct 5-10 years of neglect in a single day. You did an amazing job in the time you had and the energy you and your dad had available. You are literally superheroes just for being there and sprucing it up! 🎉
You should recruit the students to come help with cleanup. "If you're strong enough, you might even get to drive the Turbo!" Any that participate always get some pride of ownership and will help keep it clean longer.
I just told this to a friend yesterday who was trying to finish a project with very little time: Keep the goal in mind and don't obsess over details. What is the purpose of what you're doing and then focus on that. It doesn't need to be perfect, it just needs to be achieved. You made a huge difference!
As Always Nice Job... And " Stepping " Up To The Plate When You Had To, AKA You said you felt like Giving up.... Good Lord if that school is in Use..Don't they have a Janitor and If So They need to hear the Words YOUR FIRED..... How Can Anyone working there even feel good about Kids being there, and or even working there??? Again Nice Job, 2 Thumbs Up
The Council responsible for that school should be utterly ashamed of themselves. I dont usually leave comments, but you and your dad our absolute heroes. Thank you for what you do!! ❤xxx
Yes what is happening to this country? That school area is disgusting, what are the council up to, do they have a caretaker? Bless you both hope you get loads of subscribers, thank you ❤
Actually this video should be a reminder that if we each found a way to step up and offer a small service to our community, what a brighter world we could create.
My goodness...doesn't the school system have a maintenance staff or lawn service. What a mess it was. Kudos to you and your dad for going the distance in this project. You REALLY made a difference in the safety and lives of these students. Thank you so much.
The overall condition looks like it may have been closed down for a while, probably pandemic or storm damage, but it also looks like they've put off some much needed walkway work for too long
Ben, please know that you and your Dad are a true blessing to your community! No one else signed up to clean up the parks/community centers and you have been doing a phenomenal job! Please be proud of the work you are doing. Many blessings to you and your family 🤩🌟
Sorry with all the good intentions you might have this wasn't something you should have tackled. Those responsible have shirked on their work and duty of care. These people need to be accountable. If failings are identified they can be rectified but you stepping in means nothing absolutely nothing will be changed.
@dee106ful how dare they do something kind for others! They are screwing with your delicate balance of fairness and responsibility. I bow before you, O Righteous One.
My grandmother used to say, "You can't make a silk purse out of a sow's ear. Just do the best you can." And that's what you guys did. As a schoolteacher, I would have been very happy to see the big improvement you made. I'm sure the school was very pleased. Proud of you. 🍎
That mess did not happen overnight that took months or years to get into that state ,it just goes to show how this government treats the education system .Probably the school were told there is no money for any caretaker in any case it is a total disgrace that kids should have to be in that kind of environment ,thanks Ben and your Dad for stepping in and making it look so clean again well done you guys .
Hey mate, not sure if you’ll see this. Greetings from Melbourne, Australia! Long story short, I had major knee surgery a month back and have to learn to walk again, and the first week of recovery I discovered your channel. Watching a bloke (and on occasion his old man!) just getting out there and doing just the best they can to serve their community and helping those that can’t help themselves every day, regardless of how large or tough the job is, made me push through and realise that I can get up out of bed everyday and teach myself to walk again. Keep doing you mate, make sure you look after yourself and your mental health, but just know you’re helping people in ways you’ll never know! Much love to you and your family, you’re an incredible man, the world is a far better place because of yourself and the things you do.
How much better the kids must feel going to school with a clean entrance! They depend on the adults to be adults and care for property. And when that happens, the kids learn more than we can measure!
I can't believe a school could get in a state like this. Who is responsible for maintenance I ask you? Over here the city will take care of greenery around a school and the school-district will upkeep the building. This school has seen years of neglect and shouldn't be depending on handouts to give pupils a normal clean looking school. You did well mate, can't work miracles in a day but by god you got close.
Blitzy it depends, it used to be jobs like this were done by the caretaker attached to the school, then cut backs & cut backs mean caretakers might have 4+ schools each. Or it would be the local council, but this school might be a privately owned school now. I know one head we had would have said bring some working clothes and a spade were going to do it 😂but there aren’t many heads like her. Or her husband would have done it, he was caretaker for several other schools.
This isn’t months of neglect, this is years of neglect. Y’all worked your tail feathers off on this one. Y’all did a marvelous job and a good thing for the children and their health. God Bless You Both. From a Fan in Loveland, Colorado USA 🇺🇸
Having been a school caretaker for years i am mortified at the total lack of pride you should have in your school. Well done you guys in your efforts to create a pleasant school enviroment.
Agreed. It made me wonder if the caretaker wasn’t physically well enough to take care of the grounds any more to let it get like that. I thought that caretakers or gardeners would care more than that. Unless the school budget is so cash strapped they are spending it more on educational materials and provision etc. Does make you wonder how it has been allowed to get so bad.
What surprises me, is even if they don’t have anyone to do the grounds as a whole, that none of the staff ever thought to spend 10 minutes just to tidy the leaves to keep it safe.
Shame on this school for years of neglect. Ben you & your Dad made it safe, clean and looking good for the staff and students. Be very proud of such a huge accomplishment! ❤️
I want you to remember when you do this sort of thing how much a difference just getting rid of the moss would make. Imagine the kids rocking up on a cold and wet morning in November and slipping around on it, just getting rid of the moss alone is making such a difference here. When you go on to pressure wash it even at lower pressure you're creating a safe environment for these kids to thrive. You may not be getting that shock factor before and after on some jobs but you're absolutely smashing it and making the world a better place, 107,000 others who are subbed to you also agree with this. Keep killing it lad, you're an inspiration.
You & your Dad deserve medals, I totally applaud all the amazing work you do, it's inspirational & I think the King should honour you both in his next honours list! 🤩
When a property for children is this badly neglected, the administration needs to step up, perhaps literally. Too many desk-sitters and not enough honest laborers. You two did an amazing job with a terrible situation.
@@56pinksunbunnyable Perhaps parents are working 2,3,4 jobs just to survive in this world while the rich get richer and the poor get poorer. Worker bees were great 30 years ago to pick up the slack but today's world owned by corporations whose only reason for being is profit.
Watching your dad work, I can see where you got the great work ethic from. Dad is a hell of an example of hard work and determination. God bless you both and shame on the school district for letting it get in such terrible shape...and they didn't even have the decency to stop by with tea or a bottle of water. Man.
I have noticed a trend toward obsessive perfectionism among those who take care of other people's property. You cannot always make up for other's negligence but you certainly do set a level of professional pride that is an inspiration to others. Carry on, sir!
The Government/Council should be ashamed of themselves for the obvious neglect of this school. Thankfully you and your dad stepped in to make a world of difference for the children. Bless you both ❤
Hi,,,please don't beat yourself up over the issues this cleaning had it looks 100 times better,,all the hard work you & your father put into this job shows ,,,I think you both did a fantastic job ❤😊
I absolutely agree with you, I think that they could arrange a working bee once a month to stay on top of some of these maintenance jobs. If the school has no funding for looking after the grounds ( which I find hard to understand) then you would think the parents would be concerned about the potential for someone to have a nasty fall on this path, I imagine it’s slippery when wet.
The look on your dad's face when you told him to sit in the leaves...priceless. That was an ugly job and it's clear the two of you worked hard to get it clean. I am glad you have each other.
you can only work with what you have! Sometimes the results will bring beautiful stones to light, but other times you can only get it clean. You are still doing wonderful things! Think how much nicer it is without being covered with moss!
Hi Ben Your dad is right. Just do the best you can. Sometimes you don't have a lot to work with. Every job I've seen you do has always come out better than before I know you always give it your best. Great intro jumping out of the leaves. Shows you still have some kid in you. It helps when you're spending time with Theo and Arthur.( Always enjoy the outros you show with them) Dad looked at that pole of leaves and just smiled while he was thinking "no way". He's such a great asset to you. What kind of work did he do before he began helping you. Be blessed not stressed. Love you guys
If somebody told me that the school was completely abandoned for decades I would actually believe them. Can't they at least have someone mow the grass and give the tarmac I sprayed down with the garden hose on occasion? I hope that whatever money they weren't spending here at least went to something important like the teachers or school supplies. 😰
I just love that you have your father involved in this - it's great for him to be out and active and it's great for you to have a working companion. You do great work and I hope you're proud of it because you should be
Such a shame that not only the council let the school down but that from the whole community there was no one to help you and your dad rise to the challenge of cleaning this. We'll done both you and your dad.
What a huge undertaking! All of the debris and moss cleanup before you could even begin! I hope this school appreciates your hard work and will start maintaining the area
The school seriously needs to review their groundkeeping and gardening provision. Then they could have a gardening club or forest school club for the children to learn how to make nice outdoor spaces
Hard to believe that school was still in use. That was pretty awful. You're right about the focus -- having your dad with you is priceless. I do wish that you'd pressure washed that table-bench thing.
Muddy Leafes?? Really??? Come on, y'all wrap your kids in cellophane and never go outside bc it has dirt and leaves? The glass, sure, but the rest ist just some nature, yet everyone's acting as if the kids were in grave danger due to some overgrown lawn, moss and leaf litter.
@@_Obey_ I'm half a year late, but how are you the only sane person here? Honestlylooked better before, that entrance was a lesson in biology all on it self.
Remember that when the kids see the difference that you have taught them about spreading kindness and doing something just because you know it needs to be done and not for recognition. All of your heart goes into these cleans and that shines through! ❤❤
This by far the biggest cleanup I have seen you and your father do yet. For a small area it was in bad shape but the results are amazing. I’m so happy your father works together with you. Another job well done Ben.
You and your dad’s hardworking and teamwork is an outstanding example of the greatest father-son relationship. You both did an outstanding job.. The entire atmosphere at the school has been greatly improved. You are both a tremendous asset to your community.
You're an amazing man (and your Dad too!). What a transformation and it will impact on how the kids see their environment. It's a shame though that school budgets have been cut and cut so that they can't afford external maintenance on an ongoing basis. Thank you for making a difference.
I can't believe your comment got 15 likes, open your eyes, parents are killing themselves just to provide food, clothing and housing, turning off heating in favour of eating, if you don't see this you ARE part of the problem.
Being intimately aware of the funding crisis in education, I can let you know that the school probably let their caretaker go. The tories have bashed educating so hard that now schools don't even have the funds to keep their buildings looking nice. Money is being saved at every step in order to afford the exhausted teachers stood at the front of the room.
@robc7903 Well said, we should not expect schools to have to rely on charitable activities. Politicians, stop your stupid games and get our schools properly funded. Oh, and give the staff substantial pay rises.
We used to have PE and forced cleanup of school grounds when I was a kid. But in 2020's that is child abuse and other such nonsense. No wonder kids are fat and obese as well.
Watching your videos are so inspirational. I am 70 years old and have been pressure washing my pavers and retaining walls...i have lots of em too. 13 years of moss and grime...uuuuurgh! LOve your work and your kindness. The world needs more good souls like you, your dad and your awesome family!
Yet another reason having your Dad at your side is a wonderful thing! As he says, all you can do is do the best you can. When you truly give it your all and do your best, you have nothing to be ashamed of. I would just also like to remind you that you don't have to do it all in one day if the job turns out to be sooo much larger than you imagined. Stop and reassess your plan and split it into two days. Maybe leaves and debris, trimming and part of the edging or miss removal on one day. And the rest of the prep and the washing/hose down/tidy up of the tarmac another day. You could make it into two videos and bless the school (and us) twice! On top of everything else, the extra time would give you a bit of perspective. When you're worn to a frazzle, it's hard to see the progress you've made and the difference you're making to the lives of others. Bless you and your father for being the people you are. BTW, looking very handsome in the outro and loved the coaster!
Well done Ben. I admire your commitment to giving back to the community. I've always believed that being able to give time or money or whatever, is a blessing in return.
That was a monster clean. The school should be thanking you BIG time! Well done to you both. I know you don't do this free stuff for the publicity but the school should be thanking you publicly - maybe in a school mag, newsletter, allowing you to put a sign up so the parents can see it's your work. Maybe if they build a new 'wing' on the school they should name it the Flawless wing!
Ben, your dad is awesome! If UK kids are like US kids, or like I was, they will DEFINITELY go off the path and into areas they shouldn’t go. And I don’t believe that you almost gave up! I know you better than that. You like a good challenge now and again and you’re too dedicated to your community to give up. ❤
Being a school, I think safety is a priority here. Moss can be a slip hazard. Great work Ben/Dad. Don't beat yourself up over a job well done. See you at the next one😎
Right! All that grass, the moss and all those leaves did not suddenly appear last night. Why did nobody care before you and your dad showed up? And the glass? Jesus Christ! Thankfully you DO care!
Shows how things have changed..we had a maintenance man at our school who was in charge of keeping the place clean and respectable..why can't they simply employ someone to caretake this school..bless you and your dad for a remarkable clean up
It’s looks so incredibly better! I know you were disappointed about it but all that moss, leaves and muck is gone now. So much safer for the kids and that’s what matters 😊 I was so impressed with how well you got it to look! ❤
I was a bit worried after your annotiation, but dude, it looks SO MUCH BETTER! Cleaner and nicer, you can definitely see all the hard work you put in and I'm sure the kids will be super happy that their school yard is cleaner now. Even if it isn't beautiful, it feels very different if a place isn't neglected.
Unbelievable that the council let the school yard get to that state! You and your dad did a great job getting it clean and safe for the children. What a massive job and good on you to keep going with your dad’s encouragement. I love your videos. Your sense of humour and cheerfulness is refreshing.
Brilliant job Ben as always, stop being so hard on yourself. Ive worked in schools for 24 years never seen a school entrance that bad to be honest, i jet wash every holiday so not sure how its got to that state. Brilliant finish 👍
Appreciate it Chris, I guess I worry that I will judged and criticised if it’s not perfect.. but I try to tell myself don’t worry about something you can’t control!
@@FlawlessCleaningServices if anyone judged you in this way for the work you've been doing their opinion isn't worth your time. You're making the world a better place, it's why you're rapidly becoming so popular on here and everyone can see the effort you're putting in.
@@FlawlessCleaningServices Sweetheart, in order for it to be perfect you'd have to repave the entire area! You can't fix a crumbling walk with your equipment and you were wise not to use too much pressure to create a more uneven surface that's a trip hazard for the little ones.
@@FlawlessCleaningServices very true, you do the best you can to help people and you go out your way to do it that's all that matters. Keep up the good work your very good at what you do 👍
Amazing, it did look very hard work, though. School must have been so pleased and imagine every time they come to the school it brightens their day. Great father pulling you through and your strength to get it finished.
Hi Ben. I just cannot believe a school let the entrance get to such a state. They should be ashamed. Bless you Ben and your Dad for doing a wonderful job. You two have done an amazing thing and I hope they are grzateful. Take care.
I can imagine that was a tough cleaning, very overgrown. Your father has a beautiful smile,you guy’s do a great job😇 and you and the kids are adorable.
That was a lot of hard graft, removing moss,grime and sludge, seemed never ending for you both, but you kept going and what a difference it has made,excellent job. Lovely family hols.
I'm sure as a true professional you know what you are doing but all I saw was two genuinely kind people doing their very best to help and doing a fantastic job for the local community by really making a difference and improving this school for the children . Bless you and your family.
Thanks, Ben and Dad. You guys did a wonderful job. It's sad that the school let it get so bad. Looks like they are in need of custodians and a lawn service. Like you said, I would hate to see your handsome son be in such a place to play or just get to class. Some schools need to remember the places we learn have a Big influence on how we grow and be productive members of society. Thanks again for powering through and doing so much. God's blessing to you, your dad, and your family 🙏💛
I feel certain that if funds were available, the school would love to have a lawn service and be able to have a custodial staff large enough to properly maintain the exterior and grounds better.
@Lucinda Jackson You have a very valid point. Hopefully, this will bring attention to the local council and school board to do more for the children and teachers. A place to go where everyone feels safe and beautiful. Ben and dad have given them a great foundation to build on.
I have to agree. I fully understand lack of funding for a custodian or professional services but surely there are a few able-bodied adults who could chip in? I don't mean Ben's cleaning but to pick up the leaves (and broken glass!) and do a bit of edging and scraping of the moss. That requires no special skill or equipment. That really was the worst of it. A few parents on a Saturday morning once or twice a year would do wonders.
@@Lucinda_Jackson Hello my friend! Sure you have a point. What saddens me the most is how governments everywhere are at fault for not budgeting for essentials such as safety in public places. Imagine walking over that slippery moss when wet.
Don’t schools have caretakers anymore??? How can they get to June and still have all those leaves everywhere? Either way, fantastic job from you and your dad. You’re both a credit to the community!!
Right, we have custodians to take care of these matters and not let things get out of hand. Our school system has chaps that take care of all the schools in one district. They have all the same equipment Ben has I'm sure.
Ben, you and your Dad do a wonderful service for people. Don't beat yourself up too much, at the end of the day if you believe you have done the best that you can, you should feel proud.
So glad you had your dad there to boost you back up. You did a fantastic job. There was so much cleanup to be done before you even got to the pressuring washing. I'm jumping on my soapbox a little here, but it seems to me that the parents of the children who attend the school would volunteer to at least keep the area clean as a group. Thank god they had you and your kindness this time. So glad to see Sir Theo and Sir Arthur enjoying themselves on their family vacation. ❤
This is more than a few years neglect. The leaves 🍁 the moss accumulated dirt is endless. I have no idea we’re this school is but I hope they were well and truly grateful. The work you and your Dad put in is incredible. Thank you very much for all your hard work. xx
That was such a good one that the before and after nearly brought me to tears. (I'm a girl, I do that sometimes.) I wish everyone in the world was a fanatical perfectionist at least in their hearts. It took until I was much older than you to realize what your Dad said to you, "Do your best". Sometimes there is just to much world to take care of but if you just take care of what's in front of you that's all you can do really. You have a big heart and I love what you do. You make a lot of people happy. The people you do it for, in this case a lot of children and probably a lot of adults, the people in your country and around the world to people like me in California, USA. I hope you feel very blessed for doing it. I know I sometimes feel like I'm getting more of the blessing when I help someone than the one I'm helping. God bless you exceedingly.
I can’t believe the mess you and your dad cleaned up. I’m surprised that the school board doesn’t have maintenance people to do this work. Thank you both for all of your hard work. Looks amazing compared to before.❤😊
That was a lot of hard work. It looks wonderful. Maybe E school school systems worldwide could follow the Asian Template where students cook and clean daily as part of their education and being good citizens.
There's a saying on a frame in my room which says: the one who does not achieve is the one who gives up. It was great that you didn't give up cuz we all could see another wonderful job you guys've done so far. May God bless you all! Thank you for the video.
What a fantastic transformation you and your Dad have done it's Amazing 👍🏆 When I was at school we had a janitor who maintained the school, those days have long gone 😢
Ben, do not be discouraged. Everything you do to help others is valuable. You may never know how your efforts and kindness impact others but every effort is worth doing. Keep up the good work. You inspire so many of us to try harder. ❤
What an absolutely amazing job you and your Dad did!! You two are indeed the dynamic duo!! Lovely family time, thank you for sharing again 😊 All the best to you and yours Ben, be well!
Wow... a shame this school was neglected for so long. I am thinking in the back of my mind "I wonder if this guy's work will motivate anybody there to take a little better care of their school?" I hope so - it looks so much better. I'm hoping your effort will motivate others to help out.
You are amazing, you always put in so much effort and it's so clear to see you have a genuine care for your community. You continue to inspire do many people. Thank you so much.
I can't believe the parents haven't ever organized "Spruce Up Saturdays" to take care of this. They should definitely do so now before it begins to slide right back into the abyss.
Not too many years back, schools had caretakers to keep on top of this. Bittersweet moment- phenomenal hard work and results, shame many schools no longer have the budget to allow for staff
Wish I had someone like you and your Dad where I live. I am recently widowed and I have a bad back. I cannot take care of things like I used to. You 2 are Angel's for doing what you do.
Wow you both deserve a medal 🏅 it looks so much better and it would be safer as well not so slippery. Amazing job you both have done. I’m sure everyone is so thankful. 👏🙏🏻😊
I can't believe this is somewhere that people are still going to with how badly it is maintained, you did an incredible job and your best effort is miles above the effort anyone else has put into the space anyway. You've made it safe again.
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Some jobs can take a toll mentally rather than physically, I always battle with myself during the clean. On this particular blessing my dad got me back on track.. with the simple words "we'll do the best we can". So thank you everyone for coming back each week and helping us help others! Best way you can help the channel is hit the like & subscribe.. doesn't cost you penny and helps the channel grow!
This is a project for a very sharp shovel! The students will regain their pride in the school. Many thanks. 😊
Ben, it is absolutely out of your control to correct 5-10 years of neglect in a single day. You did an amazing job in the time you had and the energy you and your dad had available. You are literally superheroes just for being there and sprucing it up! 🎉
You should recruit the students to come help with cleanup. "If you're strong enough, you might even get to drive the Turbo!" Any that participate always get some pride of ownership and will help keep it clean longer.
I just told this to a friend yesterday who was trying to finish a project with very little time: Keep the goal in mind and don't obsess over details. What is the purpose of what you're doing and then focus on that. It doesn't need to be perfect, it just needs to be achieved. You made a huge difference!
As Always Nice Job... And " Stepping " Up To The Plate When You Had To, AKA You said you felt like Giving up.... Good Lord if that school is in Use..Don't they have a Janitor and If So They need to hear the Words YOUR FIRED..... How Can Anyone working there even feel good about Kids being there, and or even working there??? Again Nice Job, 2 Thumbs Up
The Council responsible for that school should be utterly ashamed of themselves. I dont usually leave comments, but you and your dad our absolute heroes. Thank you for what you do!! ❤xxx
Thank you Eileen! Appreciate you watching 😊
Yes what is happening to this country? That school area is disgusting, what are the council up to, do they have a caretaker? Bless you both hope you get loads of subscribers, thank you ❤
That's what 13 years of Tory austerity delivers for the people
What about the school community itself, easy to blame councils
Actually this video should be a reminder that if we each found a way to step up and offer a small service to our community, what a brighter world we could create.
My goodness...doesn't the school system have a maintenance staff or lawn service. What a mess it was. Kudos to you and your dad for going the distance in this project. You REALLY made a difference in the safety and lives of these students. Thank you so much.
I was thinking the same thing don’t they have caretakers???
Same here, that was a disgrace, no maintenance man, or PYA to help out by 5he look of it.
100% what I was saying. To let it get to that point, seriously what if Ben doesn't volunteer to do it?
The overall condition looks like it may have been closed down for a while, probably pandemic or storm damage, but it also looks like they've put off some much needed walkway work for too long
@@lynnetrathen4587 yes they do have a caretaker but also they have, like many public schools, a terrible budget hence the terrible ashphalt etc.
Ben, please know that you and your Dad are a true blessing to your community! No one else signed up to clean up the parks/community centers and you have been doing a phenomenal job! Please be proud of the work you are doing. Many blessings to you and your family 🤩🌟
M C, I’ll say amen to that.
Sorry with all the good intentions you might have this wasn't something you should have tackled. Those responsible have shirked on their work and duty of care. These people need to be accountable. If failings are identified they can be rectified but you stepping in means nothing absolutely nothing will be changed.
How very dare you have the same RUclips name as me! 🤷♀️ 😅
@dee106ful how dare they do something kind for others! They are screwing with your delicate balance of fairness and responsibility. I bow before you, O Righteous One.
My grandmother used to say, "You can't make a silk purse out of a sow's ear. Just do the best you can." And that's what you guys did. As a schoolteacher, I would have been very happy to see the big improvement you made. I'm sure the school was very pleased. Proud of you. 🍎
That mess did not happen overnight that took months or years to get into that state ,it just goes to show how this government treats the education system .Probably the school were told there is no money for any caretaker in any case it is a total disgrace that kids should have to be in that kind of environment ,thanks Ben and your Dad for stepping in and making it look so clean again well done you guys .
Shameful. What is going on here that this mess is considered ok?
Liebour would leave it to get worse.
NEVER FORGET.
Vote REFORM !!
Yeah it's the government lol. Absolutely clueless.
Jeez, is everyone forgetting that Coved happened? Schools closed down for several years!
Uh, Covid happened! There were no kids for awhile.
Hey mate, not sure if you’ll see this. Greetings from Melbourne, Australia!
Long story short, I had major knee surgery a month back and have to learn to walk again, and the first week of recovery I discovered your channel. Watching a bloke (and on occasion his old man!) just getting out there and doing just the best they can to serve their community and helping those that can’t help themselves every day, regardless of how large or tough the job is, made me push through and realise that I can get up out of bed everyday and teach myself to walk again.
Keep doing you mate, make sure you look after yourself and your mental health, but just know you’re helping people in ways you’ll never know!
Much love to you and your family, you’re an incredible man, the world is a far better place because of yourself and the things you do.
Hoping you have a complete recovery.
Best wishes for a full recovery, it won't happen overnight and it will be a challenge some days, but you CAN do this! Blessings.
Hoping you're fully recovered and that this is history now. 🤍
I'm from over the ditch in New Zealand..waiting on knee surgery myself..hopefully it turned out OK for you
How much better the kids must feel going to school with a clean entrance! They depend on the adults to be adults and care for property. And when that happens, the kids learn more than we can measure!
Thanks Sue! Hope the teachers and kids were happy with it..
I can't believe a school could get in a state like this. Who is responsible for maintenance I ask you? Over here the city will take care of greenery around a school and the school-district will upkeep the building. This school has seen years of neglect and shouldn't be depending on handouts to give pupils a normal clean looking school. You did well mate, can't work miracles in a day but by god you got close.
Blitzy it depends, it used to be jobs like this were done by the caretaker attached to the school, then cut backs & cut backs mean caretakers might have 4+ schools each. Or it would be the local council, but this school might be a privately owned school now. I know one head we had would have said bring some working clothes and a spade were going to do it 😂but there aren’t many heads like her. Or her husband would have done it, he was caretaker for several other schools.
This isn’t months of neglect, this is years of neglect. Y’all worked your tail feathers off on this one. Y’all did a marvelous job and a good thing for the children and their health. God Bless You Both. From a Fan in Loveland, Colorado USA 🇺🇸
Having been a school caretaker for years i am mortified at the total lack of pride you should have in your school. Well done you guys in your efforts to create a pleasant school enviroment.
Agreed. It made me wonder if the caretaker wasn’t physically well enough to take care of the grounds any more to let it get like that. I thought that caretakers or gardeners would care more than that. Unless the school budget is so cash strapped they are spending it more on educational materials and provision etc. Does make you wonder how it has been allowed to get so bad.
Honestly I doubt they even have the budget for tools for them to clean it up. Also they more than likely do too much for little pay already
What kind of school is this?
What surprises me, is even if they don’t have anyone to do the grounds as a whole, that none of the staff ever thought to spend 10 minutes just to tidy the leaves to keep it safe.
This school is so neglected 😊😊😊
Shame on this school for years of neglect. Ben you & your Dad made it safe, clean and looking good for the staff and students. Be very proud of such a huge accomplishment! ❤️
A lot of gunnas
Can you imagine how many children may have slipped on the moss and slime on the ground? Not good. Thank goodness Ben and his Dad cleaned it up.
I want you to remember when you do this sort of thing how much a difference just getting rid of the moss would make. Imagine the kids rocking up on a cold and wet morning in November and slipping around on it, just getting rid of the moss alone is making such a difference here. When you go on to pressure wash it even at lower pressure you're creating a safe environment for these kids to thrive. You may not be getting that shock factor before and after on some jobs but you're absolutely smashing it and making the world a better place, 107,000 others who are subbed to you also agree with this.
Keep killing it lad, you're an inspiration.
You & your Dad deserve medals, I totally applaud all the amazing work you do, it's inspirational & I think the King should honour you both in his next honours list! 🤩
When a property for children is this badly neglected, the administration needs to step up, perhaps literally. Too many desk-sitters and not enough honest laborers. You two did an amazing job with a terrible situation.
Don’t British school districts have ground crews to maintain buildings and landscaping?
The local councils should provide this but clearly some are lacking.
What happened to parents having a working bee at the school for a couple of hours on a Saturday or Sunday twice a year.
@@56pinksunbunnyable They are too busy working their actual jobs on those days because the economy is crap.
@@56pinksunbunnyable Perhaps parents are working 2,3,4 jobs just to survive in this world while the rich get richer and the poor get poorer. Worker bees were great 30 years ago to pick up the slack but today's world owned by corporations whose only reason for being is profit.
Watching your dad work, I can see where you got the great work ethic from. Dad is a hell of an example of hard work and determination. God bless you both and shame on the school district for letting it get in such terrible shape...and they didn't even have the decency to stop by with tea or a bottle of water. Man.
Or to show up at the end to say a simple thank you. Excellent comment.
I have noticed a trend toward obsessive perfectionism among those who take care of other people's property. You cannot always make up for other's negligence but you certainly do set a level of professional pride that is an inspiration to others. Carry on, sir!
Well said! This duo definitely is such an inspiration for any of us to do better.
The Government/Council should be ashamed of themselves for the obvious neglect of this school. Thankfully you and your dad stepped in to make a world of difference for the children. Bless you both ❤
Hi,,,please don't beat yourself up over the issues this cleaning had it looks 100 times better,,all the hard work you & your father put into this job shows ,,,I think you both did a fantastic job ❤😊
Couldn’t some parents at the school have given a hand? That was a huge job for the two of you. You did a great job.
I absolutely agree with you, I think that they could arrange a working bee once a month to stay on top of some of these maintenance jobs. If the school has no funding for looking after the grounds ( which I find hard to understand) then you would think the parents would be concerned about the potential for someone to have a nasty fall on this path, I imagine it’s slippery when wet.
The look on your dad's face when you told him to sit in the leaves...priceless. That was an ugly job and it's clear the two of you worked hard to get it clean. I am glad you have each other.
How?!? Just how does a school get this bad? That's unacceptable. You guys are amazing
you can only work with what you have! Sometimes the results will bring beautiful stones to light, but other times you can only get it clean. You are still doing wonderful things! Think how much nicer it is without being covered with moss!
Appreciate the Bev, overthinking is one of my main problems but at the same time.. I love being careful and over cautious
Prevention is always preferable.
Hi Ben
Your dad is right. Just do the best you can. Sometimes you don't have a lot to work with.
Every job I've seen you do has always come out better than before
I know you always give it your best.
Great intro jumping out of the leaves. Shows you still have some kid in you. It helps when you're spending time with Theo and Arthur.( Always enjoy the outros you show with them)
Dad looked at that pole of leaves and just smiled while he was thinking "no way".
He's such a great asset to you. What kind of work did he do before he began helping you.
Be blessed not stressed.
Love you guys
This job was crazy. It looks like the place hasn't been cleaned in decades. You guys did a phenomenal job 👍
Appreciate you tuning in!
If somebody told me that the school was completely abandoned for decades I would actually believe them. Can't they at least have someone mow the grass and give the tarmac I sprayed down with the garden hose on occasion? I hope that whatever money they weren't spending here at least went to something important like the teachers or school supplies. 😰
I just love that you have your father involved in this - it's great for him to be out and active and it's great for you to have a working companion. You do great work and I hope you're proud of it because you should be
Aw thank you Jean, my dad out grafts me most days he just doesn’t sit still and loves to be involved
Such a shame that not only the council let the school down but that from the whole community there was no one to help you and your dad rise to the challenge of cleaning this. We'll done both you and your dad.
You and Dad always do an outstanding job. I'll be waiting gents.
Cheers Angus, see you at the premiere!
Ben, you and your dad are a true blessing to your local community! The world needs more people like you, to help others! Much love from Greece!
What a huge undertaking! All of the debris and moss cleanup before you could even begin! I hope this school appreciates your hard work and will start maintaining the area
I definitely did not think the prep would take that long! Caught me ofd guard.. thanks for tuning in
I wish you’d had some volunteers from the parents to help
Definitely a very intense physical activity
The school seriously needs to review their groundkeeping and gardening provision. Then they could have a gardening club or forest school club for the children to learn how to make nice outdoor spaces
Hard to believe that school was still in use. That was pretty awful. You're right about the focus -- having your dad with you is priceless. I do wish that you'd pressure washed that table-bench thing.
How on Earth could children be safe without your cleanup job? Glass bits, mucky leaves, filth. Thank you, Ben! And, your dad has a cute grin.
Muddy Leafes?? Really??? Come on, y'all wrap your kids in cellophane and never go outside bc it has dirt and leaves? The glass, sure, but the rest ist just some nature, yet everyone's acting as if the kids were in grave danger due to some overgrown lawn, moss and leaf litter.
@@_Obey_ I'm half a year late, but how are you the only sane person here? Honestlylooked better before, that entrance was a lesson in biology all on it self.
Remember that when the kids see the difference that you have taught them about spreading kindness and doing something just because you know it needs to be done and not for recognition. All of your heart goes into these cleans and that shines through! ❤❤
This by far the biggest cleanup I have seen you and your father do yet. For a small area it was in bad shape but the results are amazing. I’m so happy your father works together with you. Another job well done Ben.
Oh, goodness! The shoveling is back breaking work. Thank you, and your father, for making it safe for the littles to play in the school yard!❤
You and your dad’s hardworking and teamwork is an outstanding example of the greatest father-son relationship. You both did an outstanding job.. The entire atmosphere at the school has been greatly improved. You are both a tremendous asset to your community.
You're an amazing man (and your Dad too!). What a transformation and it will impact on how the kids see their environment. It's a shame though that school budgets have been cut and cut so that they can't afford external maintenance on an ongoing basis. Thank you for making a difference.
I can’t believe a school let things get so bad; and that the parents of the kids did nothing to make it better. Bless you & your dad for doing so! 😊❤
I can't believe your comment got 15 likes, open your eyes, parents are killing themselves just to provide food, clothing and housing, turning off heating in favour of eating, if you don't see this you ARE part of the problem.
Being intimately aware of the funding crisis in education, I can let you know that the school probably let their caretaker go. The tories have bashed educating so hard that now schools don't even have the funds to keep their buildings looking nice. Money is being saved at every step in order to afford the exhausted teachers stood at the front of the room.
@robc7903 Well said, we should not expect schools to have to rely on charitable activities. Politicians, stop your stupid games and get our schools properly funded. Oh, and give the staff substantial pay rises.
We used to have PE and forced cleanup of school grounds when I was a kid. But in 2020's that is child abuse and other such nonsense. No wonder kids are fat and obese as well.
What would the parents do? It’s the school’s responsibility
Watching your videos are so inspirational. I am 70 years old and have been pressure washing my pavers and retaining walls...i have lots of em too. 13 years of moss and grime...uuuuurgh! LOve your work and your kindness. The world needs more good souls like you, your dad and your awesome family!
Yet another reason having your Dad at your side is a wonderful thing! As he says, all you can do is do the best you can. When you truly give it your all and do your best, you have nothing to be ashamed of. I would just also like to remind you that you don't have to do it all in one day if the job turns out to be sooo much larger than you imagined. Stop and reassess your plan and split it into two days. Maybe leaves and debris, trimming and part of the edging or miss removal on one day. And the rest of the prep and the washing/hose down/tidy up of the tarmac another day. You could make it into two videos and bless the school (and us) twice! On top of everything else, the extra time would give you a bit of perspective. When you're worn to a frazzle, it's hard to see the progress you've made and the difference you're making to the lives of others.
Bless you and your father for being the people you are. BTW, looking very handsome in the outro and loved the coaster!
Well done Ben. I admire your commitment to giving back to the community. I've always believed that being able to give time or money or whatever, is a blessing in return.
That was a monster clean. The school should be thanking you BIG time! Well done to you both. I know you don't do this free stuff for the publicity but the school should be thanking you publicly - maybe in a school mag, newsletter, allowing you to put a sign up so the parents can see it's your work. Maybe if they build a new 'wing' on the school they should name it the Flawless wing!
Those before and after photos are amazing! They're like night and day! 😍
Ben, your dad is awesome! If UK kids are like US kids, or like I was, they will DEFINITELY go off the path and into areas they shouldn’t go. And I don’t believe that you almost gave up! I know you better than that. You like a good challenge now and again and you’re too dedicated to your community to give up. ❤
Aw thanks Mark! Lovely comment, have a great weekend
It's such a blessing that people like you are willing to put in work like this.
Being a school, I think safety is a priority here. Moss can be a slip hazard. Great work Ben/Dad. Don't beat yourself up over a job well done. See you at the next one😎
Right! All that grass, the moss and all those leaves did not suddenly appear last night. Why did nobody care before you and your dad showed up? And the glass? Jesus Christ! Thankfully you DO care!
Thanks for watching and helping us help others!
Shows how things have changed..we had a maintenance man at our school who was in charge of keeping the place clean and respectable..why can't they simply employ someone to caretake this school..bless you and your dad for a remarkable clean up
It’s looks so incredibly better! I know you were disappointed about it but all that moss, leaves and muck is gone now. So much safer for the kids and that’s what matters 😊 I was so impressed with how well you got it to look! ❤
Appreciate it Rebecca! Have a lovely weekend
The work that you do helping your community must be so rewarding, but very strenuous, I admire you and your pops ❤😅
It looks SO much better than before and the stairs are much brighter! You two did a great job considering the shape it was in. Well done!!🎉
Thank you Brenda!
So nice of you and your dad giving up your time to clean up the local school. Excellent job
I was a bit worried after your annotiation, but dude, it looks SO MUCH BETTER! Cleaner and nicer, you can definitely see all the hard work you put in and I'm sure the kids will be super happy that their school yard is cleaner now. Even if it isn't beautiful, it feels very different if a place isn't neglected.
Appreciate the kind words Eva! Thank you
Commendable job❤❤❤
Unbelievable that the council let the school yard get to that state! You and your dad did a great job getting it clean and safe for the children. What a massive job and good on you to keep going with your dad’s encouragement.
I love your videos. Your sense of humour and cheerfulness is refreshing.
Brilliant job Ben as always, stop being so hard on yourself. Ive worked in schools for 24 years never seen a school entrance that bad to be honest, i jet wash every holiday so not sure how its got to that state. Brilliant finish 👍
Appreciate it Chris, I guess I worry that I will judged and criticised if it’s not perfect.. but I try to tell myself don’t worry about something you can’t control!
@@FlawlessCleaningServices if anyone judged you in this way for the work you've been doing their opinion isn't worth your time. You're making the world a better place, it's why you're rapidly becoming so popular on here and everyone can see the effort you're putting in.
@@FlawlessCleaningServices Sweetheart, in order for it to be perfect you'd have to repave the entire area! You can't fix a crumbling walk with your equipment and you were wise not to use too much pressure to create a more uneven surface that's a trip hazard for the little ones.
@@FlawlessCleaningServices very true, you do the best you can to help people and you go out your way to do it that's all that matters. Keep up the good work your very good at what you do 👍
@@jamborino2940
I totally agree with you. If they complain let's see them step up to the plate
Amazing, it did look very hard work, though. School must have been so pleased and imagine every time they come to the school it brightens their day. Great father pulling you through and your strength to get it finished.
I’m glad I could help them brighten it up
Hi Ben. I just cannot believe a school let the entrance get to such a state. They should be ashamed. Bless you Ben and your Dad for doing a wonderful job. You two have done an amazing thing and I hope they are grzateful. Take care.
watching those grabbers pick up huge piles of leaves and debris is the most satisfying bit imo
I can imagine that was a tough cleaning, very overgrown. Your father has a beautiful smile,you guy’s do a great job😇 and you and the kids are adorable.
That is a real clean up with all that moss, overgrown grass and hedges. A real team effort this one!
That was a lot of hard graft, removing moss,grime and sludge, seemed never ending for you both, but you kept going and what a difference it has made,excellent job.
Lovely family hols.
Thank you 😊
If I lived near you I’d volunteer to help you! I just love before and afters! You are doing very kind deeds for others.
Hi, perhaps you can find somewhere to volunteer in your community, to your ability?
I'm sure as a true professional you know what you are doing but all I saw was two genuinely kind people doing their very best to help and doing a fantastic job for the local community by really making a difference and improving this school for the children .
Bless you and your family.
Your dad is absolutely amazing❤‼️‼️
107k subs is awesome, don't stress you are doing fantastic !!!!
Thank you so much
I love seeing you clean the schools. Something about letting so many kids see the improvement and they will always remember.
Thanks, Ben and Dad. You guys did a wonderful job. It's sad that the school let it get so bad. Looks like they are in need of custodians and a lawn service. Like you said, I would hate to see your handsome son be in such a place to play or just get to class. Some schools need to remember the places we learn have a Big influence on how we grow and be productive members of society. Thanks again for powering through and doing so much. God's blessing to you, your dad, and your family 🙏💛
I feel certain that if funds were available, the school would love to have a lawn service and be able to have a custodial staff large enough to properly maintain the exterior and grounds better.
@Lucinda Jackson You have a very valid point. Hopefully, this will bring attention to the local council and school board to do more for the children and teachers. A place to go where everyone feels safe and beautiful. Ben and dad have given them a great foundation to build on.
I have to agree. I fully understand lack of funding for a custodian or professional services but surely there are a few able-bodied adults who could chip in? I don't mean Ben's cleaning but to pick up the leaves (and broken glass!) and do a bit of edging and scraping of the moss. That requires no special skill or equipment. That really was the worst of it. A few parents on a Saturday morning once or twice a year would do wonders.
@Lucinda Jackson every school used to have a caretaker though. Is that not a thing anymore?
@@Lucinda_Jackson Hello my friend! Sure you have a point. What saddens me the most is how governments everywhere are at fault for not budgeting for essentials such as safety in public places. Imagine walking over that slippery moss when wet.
Bravo to you and Dad. Well done.
Don’t schools have caretakers anymore???
How can they get to June and still have all those leaves everywhere?
Either way, fantastic job from you and your dad.
You’re both a credit to the community!!
Right, we have custodians to take care of these matters and not let things get out of hand. Our school system has chaps that take care of all the schools in one district. They have all the same equipment Ben has I'm sure.
Ben, you and your Dad do a wonderful service for people. Don't beat yourself up too much, at the end of the day if you believe you have done the best that you can, you should feel proud.
What an amazing transformation! You've created a safe entrance for all those kids!!! JOB VERY WELL DONE!!!!!
You guys have such large hearts!❤️💕❤️
What a grim school entrance. That was hard graft, you both did a marvellous job. Well done 👏
So glad you had your dad there to boost you back up. You did a fantastic job. There was so much cleanup to be done before you even got to the pressuring washing. I'm jumping on my soapbox a little here, but it seems to me that the parents of the children who attend the school would volunteer to at least keep the area clean as a group. Thank god they had you and your kindness this time. So glad to see Sir Theo and Sir Arthur enjoying themselves on their family vacation. ❤
Completely agree. I'd be ashamed to let it go that long if I was physically able to lend a hand.
Thank you Coppertop! I think I'm my own worst critic sometimes! Appreciate the support
What a superb difference, don’t be hard on yourself, that’s a huge improvement, well done 😊
Thank you Bella!
This is more than a few years neglect. The leaves 🍁 the moss accumulated dirt is endless. I have no idea we’re this school is but I hope they were well and truly grateful. The work you and your Dad put in is incredible. Thank you very much for all your hard work. xx
Looking forward to watching this one. Cheers Ben.
That was such a good one that the before and after nearly brought me to tears. (I'm a girl, I do that sometimes.) I wish everyone in the world was a fanatical perfectionist at least in their hearts. It took until I was much older than you to realize what your Dad said to you, "Do your best". Sometimes there is just to much world to take care of but if you just take care of what's in front of you that's all you can do really. You have a big heart and I love what you do. You make a lot of people happy. The people you do it for, in this case a lot of children and probably a lot of adults, the people in your country and around the world to people like me in California, USA. I hope you feel very blessed for doing it. I know I sometimes feel like I'm getting more of the blessing when I help someone than the one I'm helping. God bless you exceedingly.
You're exactly correct, do what's in front of you. If everyone did that we'd have every solvable problem solved.
I can’t believe the mess you and your dad cleaned up. I’m surprised that the school board doesn’t have maintenance people to do this work. Thank you both for all of your hard work. Looks amazing compared to before.❤😊
Well Done Ben and Dad!! 🇬🇧🐶
Your Pops is one hardy man. Bravo for all the hard work.
You are amazing!! Everytime I watch your videos I get a warm feeling all over.❤ Keep up the wonderful work you are doing. God Bless You.
Doing your best to help others is what makes you and your father shine well above others. So amazed at every job y'all do.
Be proud on your achievement Ben, it looks so much better now!!👍🏻
That was a lot of hard work. It looks wonderful. Maybe E school school systems worldwide could follow the Asian Template where students cook and clean daily as part of their education and being good citizens.
That looked like HARD work, well done.
Cheers lottie! Took it out of me mentally
That was amazing! Perseverance saved the day!
Your clean up jobs are amazing, and your smile and positive attitude makes your videos so watchable as well. Have a nice summer!
There's a saying on a frame in my room which says: the one who does not achieve is the one who gives up. It was great that you didn't give up cuz we all could see another wonderful job you guys've done so far. May God bless you all! Thank you for the video.
What a fantastic transformation you and your Dad have done it's Amazing 👍🏆 When I was at school we had a janitor who maintained the school, those days have long gone 😢
Ben, do not be discouraged. Everything you do to help others is valuable. You may never know how your efforts and kindness impact others but every effort is worth doing. Keep up the good work. You inspire so many of us to try harder. ❤
What an absolutely amazing job you and your Dad did!! You two are indeed the dynamic duo!! Lovely family time, thank you for sharing again 😊 All the best to you and yours Ben, be well!
Wow... a shame this school was neglected for so long. I am thinking in the back of my mind "I wonder if this guy's work will motivate anybody there to take a little better care of their school?" I hope so - it looks so much better. I'm hoping your effort will motivate others to help out.
Looks like someone left an old carpet outside, can't wait to see the finished product Ben
Cheers for tuning in Rory!
That school system should take better care of their grounds. Terrible to let it get in that shape. Those poor kids! 😢
Good job. ❤😊🙏
You are amazing, you always put in so much effort and it's so clear to see you have a genuine care for your community. You continue to inspire do many people. Thank you so much.
That’s an awesome comment! Thanks Danielle
You and your father are heroes. This community should be ashamed of themselves.
I can’t believe they let it get that bad. That was a LOT of work. Good job guys!
I can't believe the parents haven't ever organized "Spruce Up Saturdays" to take care of this. They should definitely do so now before it begins to slide right back into the abyss.
Not too many years back, schools had caretakers to keep on top of this. Bittersweet moment- phenomenal hard work and results, shame many schools no longer have the budget to allow for staff
@@Lucinda_JacksonOh yes because parents can afford a day off /s
Oh my God. So much work! You and his father worked at least a whole month !! Great results, Ben. Congratulations again. God bless you.
What an entrance! Looks great as always.
Thanks Jade!
❤A school with a compost bin....awesome!❤
Looking forward to it
Thanks Kray!
Wish I had someone like you and your Dad where I live. I am recently widowed and I have a bad back. I cannot take care of things like I used to. You 2 are Angel's for doing what you do.
Wow you both deserve a medal 🏅 it looks so much better and it would be safer as well not so slippery. Amazing job you both have done. I’m sure everyone is so thankful. 👏🙏🏻😊
I can't believe this is somewhere that people are still going to with how badly it is maintained, you did an incredible job and your best effort is miles above the effort anyone else has put into the space anyway. You've made it safe again.