we had to face our fears (ep.20)

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  • @JennaPhipps
    @JennaPhipps  8 дней назад +111

    Thank you Ritual for sponsoring today’s video! Go to www.ritual.com/JENNAPHIPPS25 to get 25% off your first order.

    • @silvilro
      @silvilro 8 дней назад +2

      Pleaseee wear fall protection!

    • @MonsieurTristeEnCostume
      @MonsieurTristeEnCostume 8 дней назад +4

      I am impressed by how civil and relaxed both of you are while dealing with all the problems. Are you just not showing the conflicts, or are you just so functional that you manage to stay postive all the time? Not even one snarky answer or condecending "i told you so!" by both of you, tell us your secrets

    • @jmsmom67
      @jmsmom67 8 дней назад

      I KNOW! I kind of cringe when they are walking all over the roof!

    • @chellyblue
      @chellyblue 7 дней назад

      But like where is the succulent store link? Lol

    • @culturalheritage4550
      @culturalheritage4550 7 дней назад +1

      Go Niki Go Niki is my best part.. i think u should make a song Go Niki Go Niki and edit it in your Video..... i shall be waiting for Go niki Go Niki....

  • @sephtical11
    @sephtical11 8 дней назад +1884

    By Episode 50 the fireplace will be the only thing left standing

    • @ct5625
      @ct5625 8 дней назад +224

      Nah. They'll get down to the fireplace and discover the foundations aren't adequate. :)
      In about a year well all be watching them pour new foundations on a vacant lot with nothing but a swimming pool, assuming the pool survives lol

    • @beeveedee9355
      @beeveedee9355 8 дней назад +93

      I think they bought a lot, not a fixer upper.

    • @robinmichel9048
      @robinmichel9048 8 дней назад +197

      I keep thinking, "is there going to be any house left when they're done?"

    • @_cherry_marly_
      @_cherry_marly_ 8 дней назад +45

      They have to replace some beams in the walls that are still standing, right? Or do they have to switch out all of the walls? Cause then it's going to be a complete new house😅

    • @sandra127100
      @sandra127100 8 дней назад +53

      Yeah I’m thinking we’re going for the fireplace by a pool look. All of the character leaving was bad enough (and some understandable) but this is getting unwatchable.

  • @mariarose2488
    @mariarose2488 8 дней назад +1158

    Can't tell why people are upset or claiming that they are basically just building a new house. This place has structural problems so wanting them to salvage rotten, water-damaged wood is just unrealistic. What they are doing is necessary and we have barely began to see all that they will do to honour the original house.
    The fact that they are keeping some of the momentos and pictures of what the house used to look like, that they want to keep the pool instead of filling it in, and that they even proceeded with such a loaded and complicated project in the first place is proof enough that they are the right people for this task.
    Everyone is allowed to express opinions and disagree with the things they do but you don't have to be rude or borderline harassing about it. People are weird about other people changing or renovating things. It probably comes from a mindset of ''that could have been mine and I liked it as it was before'' or ''I could do this so much better", but this is their house. It doesn't belong to you which is on you for not buying it (or probably not even being aware of its existence) before them.
    Instead of giving unsolicited advice or hating on them, go be productive. Buy your own house and fix it your way or become a director for reno projects since you know best and want to be in control. If not, then remember that you wouldn't even know about this project if she hadn't have posted. It is a privilege to get to get a peek into their lives and home. Don't ruin this for them and the people who are curious and invested in the final result of their home.

    • @rjgolden131
      @rjgolden131 8 дней назад +22

      Agree 😊

    • @lucyclark704
      @lucyclark704 8 дней назад +71

      Too right and building codes change over time, so they have to renovate to code. As we say in New Zealand- " people should mind their own beeswax". 😊

    • @kathil.162
      @kathil.162 8 дней назад +17

      This, ladys and gentlepeeps. This!

    • @CaliMel184
      @CaliMel184 8 дней назад +24

      Yes this. They absolutely need to build a new house. Because the original one is beyond repair. I can't imagine how they could have saved a rotten roof and beams

    • @RaXXha
      @RaXXha 8 дней назад +37

      @@CaliMel184not necessarily build a new house, but a large chunk of the house will need to be replaced, if only to just be rebuilt like it was. That said it looks like a lot of it is not very thought through when built (like the short beams he pointed out did not extend into the structure for strength.) 😅

  • @maryxlent
    @maryxlent 7 дней назад +184

    As someone who grew up in a very shouty angry family where no one works well together I get so much peace and enjoyment seeing you two working on the house together. Always so calm and patient with each other. Working together to build your dream house and a life together. So special and not something I see often. I adore you guys ❤

    • @deborahhenderson149
      @deborahhenderson149 6 дней назад +7

      Hear, hear!. Too true. It is very refreshing to see the close bond of these super nice people. Their heart and soul is going into this dissecting then of course --- the re- construction a long way down the line.

    • @MsFawndles
      @MsFawndles 2 дня назад +2

      I totally feel this. I can't get my spouse to help me move the sofa without him screaming. Watching these two feels so calming. (But also, we don't know what all gets edited out. I am still going to think they're always doing right by one another)

    • @burleyque
      @burleyque День назад +1

      Yes! This is one of the many reasons that I look forward to watching! So relaxing!

    • @maryxlent
      @maryxlent День назад

      @@MsFawndles Yes true they could be cutting out all the little niggles! 🤣

  • @ghc7400
    @ghc7400 8 дней назад +891

    I love you REALLY open concept design. Beautifully high ceilings. 😂😂😂

    • @dundeenorton
      @dundeenorton 8 дней назад +48

      I guess you could say they're...sky high...

    • @ghc7400
      @ghc7400 8 дней назад +3

      @@dundeenorton absolutely

    • @ElArtyy_
      @ElArtyy_ 8 дней назад +11

      They must feel so in connection with nature

    • @ghc7400
      @ghc7400 8 дней назад +3

      @@ElArtyy_ really intoned

    • @glimmerlicht
      @glimmerlicht 8 дней назад +13

      Indoor-Outdoor living at a whole new level.

  • @kathynguyen6409
    @kathynguyen6409 8 дней назад +869

    Oh boy. The city is waiting until the whole roof collapse

    • @keketayv1111
      @keketayv1111 8 дней назад +63

      Maybe a mysterious "sudden gust of wind" will blow it down for you!

    • @chasetonga
      @chasetonga 7 дней назад +24

      Sounds like the city is waiting for a lawsuit.

    • @NathXXX69
      @NathXXX69 7 дней назад

      pretty sure they did not bribe the guy that writes the permits.

  • @normslater9948
    @normslater9948 8 дней назад +1625

    All this roof work screams "Please wear and use fall protection!"

    • @blackyellowcat
      @blackyellowcat 8 дней назад +211

      and helmets! especially for whoever works on the lower space

    • @DawnaLovesYarn
      @DawnaLovesYarn 8 дней назад +25

      Right????

    • @freedomforusa1658
      @freedomforusa1658 8 дней назад +14

      I'm feeling it too, I did my own roof and didnt have a risk of falling through.

    • @Pwn3dbyth3n00b
      @Pwn3dbyth3n00b 8 дней назад +19

      They couldn't care less.

    • @dunny0
      @dunny0 8 дней назад +25

      @@blackyellowcat Some sort of a hat, maybe, perhaps a hard one even.

  • @Bethabara9
    @Bethabara9 8 дней назад +634

    I cannot believe they haven't released the permit. Who gives a permit for half a roof? Now the other part is starting to lean, I would refile emergency permit due to hazard. Is this just them extorting more money? You guys are doing a great job though!

    • @chasetonga
      @chasetonga 7 дней назад +14

      Canada does.

    • @holly5207
      @holly5207 7 дней назад +17

      I’m wondering if the city is waiting for the rest of the house to fall down, so that it can be declared a loss and they have to build a new house.

    • @totallynottrademarked5279
      @totallynottrademarked5279 7 дней назад +9

      It is because they are doing the work themselves. Which means they can only tackle so much within a reasonable time frame. If they had a crew come in an knock this out in less than a week than they could get a permit for the entire roof. Unless there are structural reasons why they don't want the frame uncapped without tying half of it back in before proceeding.

    • @Crumplstiltskon
      @Crumplstiltskon 7 дней назад +5

      @@totallynottrademarked5279it seems like theyre just waiting for it to be approved because it hasnt been looked at yet. The first half was filed under emergency whereas the other half isnt an emergency yet

    • @denverdubois5835
      @denverdubois5835 7 дней назад

      @@holly5207 Yeah, because probably then they can demand even more permits and $$$. The government where I live is horribly corrupt in this exact way--so much so, that 100% of new investment, new builds/business etc. usually goes to surrounding cities instead because it's so much cheaper and easier--and that leads me to believe that many other municipalities have the same problem. Entrenched scumbags and their lackeys ruining everything, basically. They always retire rich, while the cities they mismanaged fall further into decay.

  • @mariahlamb2983
    @mariahlamb2983 8 дней назад +1031

    This channel is everything I ever truly wanted from HGTV. It's leagues better lol

    • @fty-ys4ni
      @fty-ys4ni 8 дней назад +43

      And without shitty infomercials every 6 minutes.

    • @ginakang1803
      @ginakang1803 8 дней назад +2

      #truth

    • @mariahlamb2983
      @mariahlamb2983 8 дней назад

      @@fty-ys4ni Hahaha I was thinkin the exact same thing

    • @Winston820
      @Winston820 8 дней назад +31

      And to think I started watching because the crochet videos 😂

    • @faithreturns333
      @faithreturns333 8 дней назад +4

      at this rate they will be done in early 2028

  • @eerbrev
    @eerbrev 8 дней назад +186

    I'm not gonna lie the political drama side plot of this reno show is amazing. Will they get the permit? When? In how many business weeks?

  • @anna-leiawest9059
    @anna-leiawest9059 8 дней назад +269

    Jenna says nothing. Nothing at all.
    Her boyfriend: "I can hear that you're cold" lol so cute

  • @theknitshow7363
    @theknitshow7363 8 дней назад +356

    He's so supportive and sweet! So happy that you found each other.

  • @SideB1984
    @SideB1984 8 дней назад +95

    18:45 anyone else looking forward to seeing them enjoy a snack in that very same spot when the house is completed?! I definitely am. Cheering for you guys always!

  • @spiltmjlk
    @spiltmjlk 7 дней назад +185

    The people complaining that you guys are taking down too much of the house clearly don’t understand the extensive amount of damage, rot and hazards this house has/ had. To fix up a house that is damaged to this level requires you to take everything down to the absolute BARE. BONES. And if the bones are damaged, it’s the most structurally important element that needs to be fixed. What makes this difficult is that there’s some things in the house that aren’t damaged, but are attached to the things that are damaged. Meaning the usable bits still need to be removed to get to the damaged parts. Yes, it’s upsetting to see all the characteristics of the house go (I’m still mourning the wood panelling), but it’s more important to have a house that won’t fall apart than to maintain every piece of its prior self. I think it’s clear that you guys are trying to maintain the house’s structure best you can while still making it your own. most other people would demolish the house and just build on the lot.

    • @MoNaBookworm
      @MoNaBookworm 7 дней назад +7

      Thank you I think you answered my question. When they started cutting the support beams in half and taking them down I kind of got sick because the support beams look like they’re in great condition and they’re very expensive to replace so I was like why are they doing that I will saythat even if they have to come down because of what’s underneath them, they should’ve had people helping them get them down in one piece so that they could reuse them at some point don’t you think?

    • @TinaP1234
      @TinaP1234 7 дней назад +12

      The tragedy of this house is how long it was left in disrepair by the estate. I am not sure if the house was stuck in some kind of legal limbo for years after the owner died, but the ants and the major water damage could have been avoided.

    • @spiltmjlk
      @spiltmjlk 7 дней назад +8

      @@MoNaBookworm there’s definitely ways to salvage some pieces but when they’re so difficult to remove they end up damaged from trying to knock/ rip them out. sadly a lot of the larger pieces look like there’s small parts of it with damage which makes the whole piece unsalvageable because of the risk of the rot spreading and leaving the wood weak ://

    • @denverdubois5835
      @denverdubois5835 7 дней назад +3

      I agree. I did feel, and still do, that the panelling should have been salvaged and reused as it was in great shape. But it's genuinely impressive that this couple didn't just raze the whole thing and start over. You're right--most people would've done exactly that. Honestly though the best thing they did was take out a couple of trees. The view from that house is worth every penny it cost, to me anyway. So beautiful.

    • @sherrypitt9889
      @sherrypitt9889 7 дней назад

      ❤Thank you for explaining to everyone! It needs to be safe!

  • @debralaforest9274
    @debralaforest9274 8 дней назад +362

    I love when you say “Go, Nicky. Go, Nicky”. Keep up the great work!

    • @Bee_NZ
      @Bee_NZ 7 дней назад

      I love it when she says that too!

    • @amyburke7837
      @amyburke7837 7 дней назад +1

      Same! I wait to hear that in each episode! These two are the cutest and the fact that they’re so kind to each other through this crazy project gives me all the feels! ❤❤❤

    • @yosemitegardenersam
      @yosemitegardenersam 6 дней назад

      Merch item #2 t shirt “ Go Nicky. Go Nicky” Jenna

  • @MissDashwood1
    @MissDashwood1 8 дней назад +141

    This is the tidiest demo job I’ve ever seen.

  • @fancydeer
    @fancydeer 8 дней назад +290

    They're getting progressively more Canadian as the demo goes along. I'm here for it.

    • @rikkemeek1506
      @rikkemeek1506 7 дней назад +9

      What do you mean "More Canadian"? They are Canadians🤷‍♀️

    • @hushedupmakiki
      @hushedupmakiki 7 дней назад +13

      @@rikkemeek1506 Their mannerisms are certainly getting more Canadian🤣

    • @burleyque
      @burleyque День назад +1

      Yes! Nick's 'eh' is so adorable.

  • @meekmightymeows6328
    @meekmightymeows6328 8 дней назад +187

    I literally wait all week for these videos! You two are the wholesome content the internet desperately needs. ❤

    • @ValueOfJoy
      @ValueOfJoy 7 дней назад +1

      Same here!

    • @KatTinks-ko5pl
      @KatTinks-ko5pl 7 дней назад +1

      Me too! Fully invested 🙌🏻

    • @koz6452
      @koz6452 7 дней назад

      Me too! I’m watching from New Zealand 🇳🇿

  • @alliemay6076
    @alliemay6076 8 дней назад +124

    My husband and I bought his grandpas old house years ago, and ripped it up right down to the studs. Watching this brings back so many memories. Everything is like opening a different can of worms. In one section we found that they had literally built a new roof over an existing roof 😂

    • @chasetonga
      @chasetonga 7 дней назад +3

      And probably actual worms.

  • @whatnow8362
    @whatnow8362 7 дней назад +199

    As someone who used to work with people who suffered brain injuries from falling off the roof, this makes me sooooo nervous watching you two walk around on the roof with no harnesses. Please please get safety equipment. It is 100% worth the $$.

    • @lisarua255
      @lisarua255 7 дней назад +10

      And helmets 😱

    • @mountainclothier3663
      @mountainclothier3663 6 дней назад +15

      My Uncle just past from falling off his roof patching a shingle....get gear guys your life is worth more than the cost of not having it.

    • @mrkthmn
      @mrkthmn 5 дней назад +9

      I fully get where you are coming from but there are times when "safety" causes more problems than the safety it offers. If we're talking about roofers that are working with sheets of metal roofing on steep slippery angles and they're not moving that much, definitely. But there are a lot of times that when you are moving alot, going up and down ladders, not going near the edge that much, carrying loads of smaller or even hard to carry loads, having a tethered harness can be a huge hazard for tripping and cost a lot of time getting in and out of it as you leave your tethered area. There are some jobs such as tower climbers that specifically DONT tether in until they have manually climbed hundreds of stories because the effort of managing the harness would make the trip to the top physically impossible. At the end of the day it's *their* call to make and maximum levels of safety isnt always the best course.

    • @KISSmyLUVgun
      @KISSmyLUVgun 5 дней назад

      The amount of times i'v tripped over my own tether, would be embarrassed to count. ​@@mrkthmn

    • @moonunitgeo
      @moonunitgeo 4 дня назад

      @@lisarua255 and respirator MASKS throughout esp while cutting metal 😱

  • @ViktorSarge
    @ViktorSarge 6 дней назад +15

    Stumbled into this channel by accident and now I'm invested in the renovation. Calm and cooperative working together is a joy to watch.

  • @yolandamartinezgarcia8703
    @yolandamartinezgarcia8703 8 дней назад +147

    Aren't they absolutely cute together?
    "Your right arm is bigger" Jenna only uses her left arm. 😂😂😂😂
    "Can you hear me? No.
    "You look great" Thank you. 😂😂😂

  • @niselise9886
    @niselise9886 8 дней назад +125

    Jenna about the slide "A little more wobbly than you used to be."
    Me sighing: "Yeah me too, friend. Me too."

  • @alistairblaire6001
    @alistairblaire6001 8 дней назад +67

    This is definitely a house where the architect overrode the engineer lmao

    • @steveshabino5540
      @steveshabino5540 7 дней назад +1

      Sadly, I'm sure there would have been a design pleasing to both.

  • @marianenetten3067
    @marianenetten3067 7 дней назад +28

    My husband was an engineer ( he passed away last fall) and he was very protective of me and our children but he also taught me how to do a lot of things with house hold maintenance that I had never done before ( cleaning a chimney, driving a tractor etc.) Watching you guys is bringing back a lot of memories and you are doing a fantastic job!

    • @denverdubois5835
      @denverdubois5835 7 дней назад +2

      I'm so sorry for your loss. How wonderful though that he taught you so much, so that now you have the skills to deal with most anything. That's a smart, loving guy. Best wishes to you!

  • @reincarnationasanalpacapls3563
    @reincarnationasanalpacapls3563 7 дней назад +55

    It's baffling every single week how terribly this house was constructed ^^
    Most people would have just taken a bulldozer and demolished everything, so you guys are literally the best thing that could have ever happened to the house!

    • @ThePolypam
      @ThePolypam 7 дней назад +5

      They are expending so much effort for a total teardown. Kudos for trying but exhausting.

    • @steveshabino5540
      @steveshabino5540 7 дней назад +7

      Agree about the poor construction quality, especially given that it was the architect's own home!

    • @blazertundra
      @blazertundra 7 дней назад +7

      That's part of why old 80+ yr old MCM homes are beginning to get bulldozed despite being in a similar condition to Victorian homes that are still repairable. Unfortunately, the precise postwar engineering tech led to dancing closer to the proverbial fire. Compare to the old homes which were designed with a massive margin for error.

    • @denverdubois5835
      @denverdubois5835 7 дней назад

      @@blazertundra This is why I've never regretted buying a Victorian. The incredible design, construction, materials, everything. They literally do not make them like they used to. Sure, plumbing and electrics need repair and upgrades now and then as with all homes, but you can't beat solid infrastructure.

    • @denverdubois5835
      @denverdubois5835 7 дней назад

      @@steveshabino5540 Maybe he was having $ problems and cut corners...he's lucky it worked out as well as it did, I guess.

  • @tomkeida
    @tomkeida 8 дней назад +257

    Get yourselves an attorney. For that permit.

  • @matildepaaske4091
    @matildepaaske4091 8 дней назад +44

    I am honestly astonished that you haven't broken any windows yet. 7-9-13 no jinxes but that is impressive. Great work guys! Love the videos!!

    • @burleyque
      @burleyque День назад

      Yes! I am so impressed that all of those massive windows are still intact! I would have definitely have knocked at least one out by now.

  • @Les0613
    @Les0613 8 дней назад +111

    I think you should bring your video to the city to show them how desperately you need to replace the ENTIRE roof now! I can’t believe what a hard time they are giving you!!!!!

    • @luvcampinbc
      @luvcampinbc 8 дней назад +18

      I think the city knows. I found out about her adventures as she was interviewed on the Vancouver news channel.

    • @ithinkdoyou
      @ithinkdoyou 8 дней назад +6

      The city can only work on the permission the (correctly completed) paperwork asks for.... But given it took 5 attempts for them to correctly complete the planning request (before they went another route to planning permission) my faith in their abilities to complete paperwork (and thus this being a city problem exclusively) is basically zero

    • @cs2181
      @cs2181 7 дней назад +10

      @@ithinkdoyou they said they have engineers/architects behind all of this, so obviously they are not the ones requesting the permits themselves...

    • @aerialdive
      @aerialdive 7 дней назад +4

      @@ithinkdoyou permits for housing costs money, so they decline often to get as much money as they possibly can out of you.

    • @Les0613
      @Les0613 6 дней назад

      @@aerialdive well that sucks!

  • @cjpietropinto9293
    @cjpietropinto9293 7 дней назад +41

    I love how nick is getting more comfortable with the camera.
    At first he was just like "its your thing, im the background guy."
    But now hes talking to us! 😊

  • @schatzi9223
    @schatzi9223 8 дней назад +81

    Wow, your area sure has some interesting restrictions in restoration. Love how you both work so well together too.

    • @idaslpdhr
      @idaslpdhr 8 дней назад +8

      It's Canada what did you expect

  • @Tiamariawouldntwanttobeya
    @Tiamariawouldntwanttobeya 7 дней назад +12

    I’ve never seen demolition done so calmly & slowly 😂 in a good way lol. You guys are so patient with each other, it’s so rare to see on a work site!

  • @taylorrowe7759
    @taylorrowe7759 8 дней назад +36

    90% of why I watch this series is how cute this couple is #lifegoals

  • @hoppingwren
    @hoppingwren 7 дней назад +21

    I probably wouldn't watch this if it weren't Jenna. I don't tend to watch the demo parts of home renovations, or anything other than the final decoration to be honest! But I'm glad Jenna has an audience to build on, and then attract the viewers who want to watch this home demo content too.

  • @doncaranci2547
    @doncaranci2547 8 дней назад +156

    I am so curious how you plan on replacing the roofing system

    • @BillyHudson1
      @BillyHudson1 8 дней назад +25

      you buy the materials for the new one then install them

    • @gregpendrey6711
      @gregpendrey6711 8 дней назад +9

      Is their game plan on Patreon? I have the same question. Will they be building from a completely new plan? Or a hybrid different from but incorporating the original design? I think we are all in the dark where this is going.

    • @marieleelee
      @marieleelee 8 дней назад +2

      @@gregpendrey6711 Yeah I don't think they've said, I'm curious too. In the renders they did last week the roof did look the same but those were just renders and it was for a paid promotion so no hope there that they were the real deal renders they have planned for the home.

    • @larryscott3982
      @larryscott3982 7 дней назад +2

      I’m curious if there’s been any engineering consultation on a plan.
      What is the demolition plan. What stays what goes. What’s the new outline/floor plan

    • @anner8462
      @anner8462 7 дней назад +7

      @@larryscott3982she says in the video they have a structural engineer

  • @mansoor3159
    @mansoor3159 8 дней назад +55

    Can't wait for 1 Million Subscribers Jenna🥹🥹💖💖

  • @Stage-Ninja
    @Stage-Ninja 8 дней назад +109

    Where are your hard hats and fall arrest harnesses?!? Coast Ropes. Petzl or Kask for the CSA approved hard hats, and take your pick of harnesses - there are lots of styles, it's really whatever you are comfortable in.

    • @safaa9654
      @safaa9654 7 дней назад +9

      That's exactly why the "city" keeps stopping their project lol

    • @agustd6100
      @agustd6100 7 дней назад +2

      It was stressing me out when he was cutting the iron beam.. sheesh.

    • @denverdubois5835
      @denverdubois5835 7 дней назад +1

      @@safaa9654 Not really...

  • @caseytrudeau916
    @caseytrudeau916 8 дней назад +20

    I thought our City was a Wonder. We once had an Architect hire an Attorney to defend "the Bay Window" as the City declared them "illegal" based on a Council Member's personal preference. Cities make up the craziest crap all the time, but this safety issue for J&N is beyond stupid. It's scary stupid.

  • @NicoleJohnson-si1fh
    @NicoleJohnson-si1fh 8 дней назад +92

    Thanks for keeping it real, your authenticity is refreshing

    • @gregpendrey6711
      @gregpendrey6711 8 дней назад

      No. Thank you for being yourself. If you have a self. Whatever you mean. ❤😂

  • @thirzapeevey2395
    @thirzapeevey2395 7 дней назад +11

    Always keep a jacket and a raincoat in the car for every person. A spare pair of socks and shoes is not a bad idea either. It saves misery. Keep in mind while you are tearing down this scary structure that it has stood for what, seventy years? It has borne the snow load and the rain. Yeah, it wasn't built right, but it worked. The main problem is the flat roof, which will ALWAYS eventually leak. If the roof had had even a little pitch on it, that structure might have stood for a couple of centuries. Many a backwoods cabin or farm house has stood for a couple of centuries being built by the farmer who lived in it, and built out of whatever rough materials were at hand. You could lean some plywood against those windows to protect them from getting hit.

    • @denverdubois5835
      @denverdubois5835 7 дней назад +3

      You make a good point. A lot of MCM design is pretty much artistic vanity--cool but impractical. Most of Frank Lloyd Wright's buildings had to be altered by engineers during the actual construction phase so that they would be viable.

  • @lucyrosepetal
    @lucyrosepetal 8 дней назад +30

    I wish you could hire someone to do the roof! I am so afraid for you two!

    • @ThisBetterBeGood
      @ThisBetterBeGood 3 дня назад +1

      Their balance is amazing. To take all the stuff down while on a ladder! 😳

  • @user-li8nr6ix9c
    @user-li8nr6ix9c 8 дней назад +41

    This is taking me back to my 20's! I was part of a non-profit that got a gig to dismantle a warehouse roof so we could re-use the lumber. The women all learned to work with brains and cooperations and were just as productive as the men who tried to do it all themselves

  • @joseelabelle7127
    @joseelabelle7127 7 дней назад +14

    I made the mistake of bingeing episodes 1-14 in one day and now waiting week by week is torture!

  • @lgrillo
    @lgrillo 8 дней назад +16

    Right now this channel is at 981K subscribers. Methinks Jenna is gonna break a million any minute now. And deservedly so. Great content, although I’m scared ALL THE TIME watching them.

  • @soniasmundanelife
    @soniasmundanelife 7 дней назад +6

    It's still weird to me that I'm crocheting while watching Jenna "not crochet" anymore.
    She was my crochet companion 🥺

  • @EmmaKRedmon
    @EmmaKRedmon 8 дней назад +34

    These episodes go by WAY too fast! But I’m obsessed and wish I could watch one everyday lol

  • @carried5899
    @carried5899 8 дней назад +24

    Loving watching the two of you do this together. I hope this joy you two have together last a life time

  • @VanillaflavoredSora
    @VanillaflavoredSora 8 дней назад +46

    This series gives me life! We had a flood in our house 2 weeks ago and after taking off the drywall in the basement found serious foundational cracks that go along 2 walls of the property. (We bought it 2 years ago and it's a fixer upper). Turns out we need some heavy duty foundation work. We don't have any money for it and we are super stressed but I see what you guys have to deal with and I remind myself that I could have a house with half a roof and ants. (I mean that with great respect!)

    • @cmulliner8985
      @cmulliner8985 8 дней назад +5

      Oh wow, that's tough I wish you all the best and good luck for the future!

    • @stephaniebeaton3939
      @stephaniebeaton3939 8 дней назад +8

      Start a RUclips channel about the repair!

    • @jlazzz68
      @jlazzz68 7 дней назад +1

      Hang in there❤. I bought my house about 20 yrs ago, I new NOTHING, wound up with a shizter of a home inspector, 3 yrs after buying my “good” house found it had/has tremendous foundational issues (in addition to a laundry list of other issues 😱) AND it’s on a hill that’s deemed geohazzard, on clay 🙄….i can’t afford to fix it. It’s still standing, I just remember to be grateful I have a roof over my head and it’s “mine” 🤯😆🤔🫣

    • @denverdubois5835
      @denverdubois5835 7 дней назад +1

      Just deal with the flood hazard first. You didn't say what caused it but if you can prevent a recurrence, take care of that--re-do plumbing, drainage, install a sump pump, fix whatever you can. One thing at a time. Then, remind yourself that the house just survived a flood and it's still standing. Odds are, it will still stand longer than your lifespan as long as you do basic exterior diligence--make sure the roof is good, that sort of thing. Make a financial plan and start saving, and try not to worry about the foundation.

    • @denverdubois5835
      @denverdubois5835 7 дней назад

      @@stephaniebeaton3939 This is a really good idea!

  • @SkillfulSinner
    @SkillfulSinner 8 дней назад +31

    these videos are the highlight of my week

  • @martinsdontjump
    @martinsdontjump 8 дней назад +164

    At this point you guys are going to be rebuilding this entire house. I hope the foundation has held up at least 😅

    • @kelsosunshine3400
      @kelsosunshine3400 8 дней назад +30

      They essentially paid for the chimney wall 😅 and the property.

    • @Mudd_1969
      @Mudd_1969 8 дней назад +24

      I’m wondering how much of the house will be left before they start to rebuild. Mad respect for these two hard workers 👍🏻

    • @johnhaller5851
      @johnhaller5851 8 дней назад +18

      At some point (50% for fires in some places in the US), the entire house has to come down and be rebuilt to current code. I'm not sure where they are in demolition percentage, but it keeps getting closer, especially with plans to change structure in other parts of the house.
      That house is far from meeting current code, particularly for earthquake-prone PNW. There were no joist hangers holding up the roof, for example. The rest of the house in places they want to keep are very likely to have the same issues. There are newer requirements for foundation attachment, for wall shear resistance, and possibly sturdier foundations with more rebar and possibly stronger concrete.
      If you want to see the kind of things that have to be done in the PNW, AwesomeFramers build a lot of new houses there in the US. There are a lot of energy-related requirements, such as exterior insulation required on new houses, depending on which code is being used. The single-pane windows also won't pass.

    • @kimberlyearly8918
      @kimberlyearly8918 7 дней назад +5

      I just keep waiting for the walls to come down! I feel like they are going about this very haphazardly.

    • @denverdubois5835
      @denverdubois5835 7 дней назад

      @@johnhaller5851 I seem to recall that the engineer(s) felt that the foundation was solid. Maybe partly because it's anchored right into a big rock outcropping? I'm sure we'll find out in the end.

  • @remip3604
    @remip3604 8 дней назад +12

    ALTERNATIVE TO RENTING A CRANE: manual lifter like the GUIL one 'Escape to rural France' uses to rebuild his chateau! It will help with raising/lowering those heavy beans safely!

  • @RymVri108
    @RymVri108 7 дней назад +4

    Just wanted to say that Nick is super cool and seeing you two working together is really fun. It's so nice to see you this happy, Jenna!

  • @cherylross2718
    @cherylross2718 5 дней назад +2

    I love you’re showing all the building flaws in this house, and replacing them of course. Everyone now a days say homes aren’t built like they use to be with better materials and craftsmanship, like it was always better. This series shows people were dooped back then as well. I hope all the people in the comments who put the decay solely on the family at the start have changed their minds.

  • @N0pleaseN0
    @N0pleaseN0 8 дней назад +50

    You guys really need safety equipment!! Disastrous accidents can happen fast, especially with such a janky structure 😨

  • @trishaeverton9592
    @trishaeverton9592 8 дней назад +30

    What the hell?! Why won’t they issue you the permits you need to bring this gem back to life?! I’m infuriated for you.

  • @oophelia46
    @oophelia46 8 дней назад +33

    Never fear, exterminator Jenna is here. Unless you're an ant. Then be very afraid

    • @Jubjub9000
      @Jubjub9000 8 дней назад

      They need Dale Gribble from king of the hill.

  • @MrNoNameSoldier
    @MrNoNameSoldier 7 дней назад +6

    Something to look into, a Duct Jack. It will help you with the demolition of the large overhead beams. You can usually rent them from a local equipment supplier. It would have saved you from having to cut up the I beams.

  • @MarnieMouse
    @MarnieMouse 8 дней назад +17

    What a GREAT team you guys make. If you can make it through this together you will survive anything life throws at you 💞

  • @pivotalchange
    @pivotalchange 8 дней назад +17

    Pink Hammer Power! You go girl!

  • @sierra7203
    @sierra7203 8 дней назад +31

    Hello guys! I am obsessed with this channel and how you are putting your all into rebuilding this home and making it yours! Takes so much time and courage to do what you’re doing. I love being able to follow along 😊

  • @-OBELUS-
    @-OBELUS- 8 дней назад +44

    It's too late now, for this project, but I find myself praying you two will be safe in this journey.

  • @jamessayavandee6711
    @jamessayavandee6711 8 дней назад +45

    Reusing some the the old wood to make furniture for the house would be a nice

    • @debrascott8775
      @debrascott8775 8 дней назад +11

      Which wood? The moldy? Dryrotted? Terminte infested?

    • @jasoninskeep5233
      @jasoninskeep5233 8 дней назад +2

      @@debrascott8775 nah, use the ant infested

    • @nienkeachternaam2938
      @nienkeachternaam2938 8 дней назад +4

      I was thinking the same thing! Most of the wood is unsalvageable, but they have a few really sturdy beams with a lot of tree rings. Think about how beautiful that furniture would look if they gave the wood a nice stain instead of painting it.

    • @denverdubois5835
      @denverdubois5835 7 дней назад

      @@debrascott8775 If you actually watched every video instead of just making smart remarks, you would've seen that plenty of the wood they had to strip in order to reach the moldy/dryrotted/termite infested parts was in fine shape--all the more so because it was amazing old growth wood, the likes of which you can't easily buy nowadays for any money. (In fact, the quality of that wood, its imperviousness to rot, was probably why the home remained standing at all.) Based on remarks made earlier in the series, they may've actually saved some of the good stuff to make things with. They definitely saved some of the old furniture whose wood framing was intact and in fine shape, after removing the upholstery.

  • @shinyan5844
    @shinyan5844 8 дней назад +10

    "they here for a good time not a long time" - i have to correct you by saying that building been there for a long time without it having a good time

  • @robertbonesio5498
    @robertbonesio5498 8 дней назад +14

    At least the house drys out between the rain showers. Lol

  • @LikeUwhereThere
    @LikeUwhereThere 8 дней назад +3

    So glad u guys are safe. What an expedition ur on together!

  • @royblomquist2622
    @royblomquist2622 8 дней назад +6

    Nick, you should consider getting a grinder with a cutoff wheel. Cheaper than a crane faster than a sawsall. Useful for many applications on your project. Will cut steel l beams much quicker.

  • @Wrenfire
    @Wrenfire 8 дней назад +6

    I'm excited to watch this come back together

  • @raysacristina2056
    @raysacristina2056 8 дней назад +10

    Peeeeease, give them the permit! I need to see this place finished!

  • @Trino0la
    @Trino0la 8 дней назад +2

    Your videos make me so happy! Sending positive vibes from Greece! Keep up the good work 🎉

  • @NatsumeJessi
    @NatsumeJessi 8 дней назад +9

    Again how I'm supposed to wait for another week for the next episode?
    At this point this series is so important to me as the air that i breathe

  • @wendyfaith1048
    @wendyfaith1048 7 дней назад +3

    The stone work on the fireplace is beautiful.

  • @momsterous
    @momsterous 8 дней назад +12

    Some of that lumber, at those lengths, will be near impossible to replace.

    • @nienkeachternaam2938
      @nienkeachternaam2938 8 дней назад +7

      I think they will have to replace the long support beams with metal anyway for it to be up to code. As long as they find a good expert they will probably find a solution to the lumber problem.

    • @denverdubois5835
      @denverdubois5835 7 дней назад +1

      @@nienkeachternaam2938 I think you're right. The long beams will have to be steel. In that damp climate, probably a better bet anyway.

    • @tyrelirwin
      @tyrelirwin 4 дня назад

      @@denverdubois5835 or LVL at the very least

  • @laurasnyder9809
    @laurasnyder9809 7 дней назад +3

    Okay but one of the best parts of this series is seeing Jenna get so swole. You go girl!!

  • @maireadheffernan9943
    @maireadheffernan9943 7 дней назад +3

    Love this couple, so hard working, funny, polite and adorable

  • @heatherburrill
    @heatherburrill 7 дней назад +3

    I like your innovative approach to big beams. It is hard to tell how close you guys are to the edge, so may look scarier than in real life. You both seem to work things out and act with caution. The title added anticipatory drama to the whole thing. So glad you are all safe and completed the job. What an adventure. Take care of your noggins - they are such a valuable asset. 👷🏼‍♀️👷🏽‍♂️ ❤

  • @sedwars9260
    @sedwars9260 8 дней назад +2

    I know you love putting in all this hard work and seeing the progress you're making. It feels great. You're doing a great job. I love the cute & supportive chattiness between you two. You're a very sweet couple. Keep him around Jenna. ☺

  • @mariahlamb2983
    @mariahlamb2983 8 дней назад +18

    And just like that, the doom scrolling comes to an end

  • @leslieelizabeth3024
    @leslieelizabeth3024 8 дней назад +48

    Oh Nick should have a mask on cutting metal 🥺

  • @merrilywefall
    @merrilywefall 8 дней назад +4

    proud of y’all!! this project is very good!!!

  • @hannahpasco8895
    @hannahpasco8895 8 дней назад +2

    Yesss another video! Yall have easily become my fav home Reno channel to watch and your home is GORGEOUS!!

  • @MySweetT1
    @MySweetT1 8 дней назад +1

    Love how confident you are becoming Jenna. Good job on learning new skills!

  • @larakra
    @larakra 8 дней назад +5

    18:43 "the house is leakin ... again" I guess this is what was on Jenna's mind

  • @karynpruden5733
    @karynpruden5733 8 дней назад +49

    Where’s your safety gear? Play safe!

  • @delulufemale
    @delulufemale 7 дней назад

    They are literally soo cute. So supportive of each other. Happy for them❤

  • @KISSmyLUVgun
    @KISSmyLUVgun 5 дней назад

    I'm impressed for many reasons. The amount of work you both have accomplished on your own, along with the absolute astonishing luck that neither of you have died or otherwise seriously injured yourself and also somehow haven't shattered a window at all is incredible. I'm just goina cross my fingers and hope this lucky streak continues 🤞 🤞

  • @Rock-Flower
    @Rock-Flower 8 дней назад +4

    every time you drop a video. I get excited!

  • @ImJustHangingOut
    @ImJustHangingOut 8 дней назад +3

    Love this series smmm ❤❤

  • @Kimella777
    @Kimella777 8 дней назад +2

    Wow you guys are a great team. So much done ❤😊

  • @denisedavis6596
    @denisedavis6596 7 дней назад

    I really admire all the work you two are putting in to your house. I love listening to the excitement in your voice when you get a new tool!
    I’m looking forward to seeing future videos to see what new adventures awaits you.

  • @DJMegabit
    @DJMegabit 7 дней назад +4

    You should have all your wood treated before you cover any of it up. They make a spray to treat entire house. That will prevent carpenter ants now.

  • @gio4676
    @gio4676 8 дней назад +5

    The way I binge watch her videos 😭😭

  • @marksuson5347
    @marksuson5347 8 дней назад +2

    awesome hard work! You guys are gonna be so happy and proud when you're done. I really hope you enjoy the completed home! never stop being friends and never stop be nice!

  • @scwd-wd
    @scwd-wd 4 дня назад

    Just wanted to comment that your relationship is goals. The fact that you two work so well together under such stressful circumstances-physical and emotional - is a true reflection of your relationship. Kudos to staying calm and keeping each other motivated.

  • @shinyan5844
    @shinyan5844 8 дней назад +13

    Structure aint structuring.

  • @thekoala2074
    @thekoala2074 8 дней назад +2

    I absolutely love these videos

  • @TheDog_Chef
    @TheDog_Chef 5 дней назад

    The work that you do in filming all of this work and the time you put editing is remarkable! We all love how kind you are to each other! Great progress!

  • @rebeccachapmandann6327
    @rebeccachapmandann6327 8 дней назад +5

    I adore watching your videos. I hope you make money from these. I’m 71 but you are doing what my husband and I always wanted to do. If you take out the beams before the new ones are there what keeps the house from falling down?

  • @Starsart12
    @Starsart12 8 дней назад +5

    This is the earlist I got to one of your videos 2 minutes!

  • @LeksiW
    @LeksiW 5 дней назад +1

    WHY WON"T THE PERMIT OFFICE ALLOW YOU TO REPLACE THE WHOLE ROOF?! THIS IS MADDENING. I H8 IT.

  • @princessRosy81
    @princessRosy81 7 дней назад

    You guys are so wholesome. Love your videos I have been bingeing them all week.