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  • @Keaant3
    @Keaant3 23 дня назад +3225

    This has become my comfort series

    • @monkeydhuen2874
      @monkeydhuen2874 23 дня назад

      Fr

    • @Roy-db7ny
      @Roy-db7ny 23 дня назад +8

      me too

    • @meersophierceaser1184
      @meersophierceaser1184 23 дня назад +6

      agreed!

    • @itskat1404
      @itskat1404 23 дня назад +15

      Fr it’s the best thing I look forward to every week u:3

    • @PaperParade
      @PaperParade 23 дня назад +7

      Same! It used to be a series from an American girl looking at abandoned Japanese houses to buy and renovate but once that ended I was left with a hole in my week 😢 Jenna rescued me lol

  • @dodgethis_
    @dodgethis_ 23 дня назад +2822

    The fact that you OWN a property that's falling apart, and you still have to wait for someone's permit to fix it is WILD

    • @leorising8074
      @leorising8074 23 дня назад

      It's some serious government overreach for sure.

    • @Shmancyfancy536
      @Shmancyfancy536 23 дня назад +231

      Permits exist so that future owners don’t buy a disaster.

    • @blondeenotsomuch
      @blondeenotsomuch 23 дня назад

      Then small people obtain control of the process and flex. ​@@Shmancyfancy536

    • @yogalandawellnessyolandati7654
      @yogalandawellnessyolandati7654 23 дня назад +44

      I’m surprised to see all this red tape happening in Canada, I thought they were much more laissez-faire up there

    • @AlexPotvin
      @AlexPotvin 23 дня назад +50

      we really aren’t, we have huge internal trade barriers and municipal matters are kafkaesque.

  • @sarahgirard1405
    @sarahgirard1405 2 дня назад +5

    favorite quote of the video: "Please be careful nikki, i can't loose you." so sweet.

  • @LDaw_96
    @LDaw_96 20 дней назад +33

    HGTV never produced anything this entertaining. Your personalities, story telling, music and editing… so fun😊

  • @poodlegirl55
    @poodlegirl55 23 дня назад +1369

    People underestimate the amount of money they can save by doing the grunt work themselves. Good on you two.

    • @user-wl8rr7wb4y
      @user-wl8rr7wb4y 23 дня назад +90

      Yes that's providing they know what they are doing and don't get themselves maimed or killed in the process. Not everyone could do major construction 🚧.

    • @operator0
      @operator0 23 дня назад

      @@user-wl8rr7wb4y Nick and his dad built a house when he was a teenager. Also, he has an engineering degree, specifically he's an electrical engineer, so I guess they have the experience thing covered. However, I would like to say that a lot of this stuff can be researched pretty easily on youtube and the internet in general. I know that a lot of car repairs walk-throughs can be found on youtube, and they are very helpful.

    • @carlyprice4101
      @carlyprice4101 23 дня назад +15

      AKA sweat equity.

    • @Tomes23
      @Tomes23 23 дня назад +11

      Yes, but sometimes you have to call in the pros (especially for the costlier finishes (flooring, paint, trim)).

    • @blueman5924
      @blueman5924 23 дня назад +22

      And the video revenue pays the mortgage…..in the end it’s almost free.😂

  • @moose5407
    @moose5407 23 дня назад +522

    Hearing bagpipes in the wild is the coolest experience. I have a neighbor who randomly plays them at sundown sometimes and its just such an epic ending to any day!

    • @CricketsBay
      @CricketsBay 23 дня назад +11

      Sounds awesome. We have a busker here who plays bagpipes in the tourist area sometimes. He's not very good at it and hasn't improved in 9 years, but the city keeps issuing his busking permit every Summer. I wish they'd find a better bagpiper.

    • @tangerinechase3579
      @tangerinechase3579 23 дня назад +6

      We had a neighbour when I was a kid who did that and watching this was so nostalgic! I wish I had a bagpipe neighbour now.

    • @kindredanastasia
      @kindredanastasia 23 дня назад +3

      I had a neighbor who would blow a conch shell at sunset. i miss it

    • @sherilynl4038
      @sherilynl4038 22 дня назад +1

      my across the street neighbor sits on his porch swing and plays his recorder every afternoon.

    • @badfish420
      @badfish420 22 дня назад +2

      I don't know about that... I used to live across the street from a bagpipe player and his family. His son was learning to play bagpipes at the time. It was an experience, that's for sure. Now there's a professional opera singer living in that house and my ears are much happier.

  • @kimberbree1
    @kimberbree1 23 дня назад +62

    WHO RAISED THIS MAN!!! Hats off to you, nicks parents 👏🏻 👏🏻👏🏻 he honestly seems like an amazing man. You seem to be a great couple and are really good together. I love to see it 💕

  • @Lifeofbpw
    @Lifeofbpw 21 день назад +36

    I can see Jenna and Nick being so cute as an old elderly couple 😂 they’ll be talking about this renovation forever 😅

  • @CricketsBay
    @CricketsBay 23 дня назад +477

    If you're allowed, when you rebuild the flat roof, add a 5-degree pitch to it and ensure the water runs off the low side into a gutter. It's only going to rot again if you don't, and no amount of tar and gravel will prevent the rot.

    • @deborahhenderson149
      @deborahhenderson149 22 дня назад +12

      That sounds like extremely wise advice. I think they may take that into consideration going by how much water collects on that roof.

    • @mikemagic1136
      @mikemagic1136 20 дней назад +6

      This is what we did when we rebuilt are flat roof MCM house…we had the option of hidden drains or architectural looking drains…we opted for the latter as we didn’t want any hidden issues within the structure and the drains actually look aesthetically pleasing and don’t look like your regular aluminum spouting

    • @mattweddle3107
      @mattweddle3107 19 дней назад +12

      Exactly who thought a flat roof in Canada was a good idea? The weight of the snow alone puts stress on the roof.

    • @chakracoach2181
      @chakracoach2181 17 дней назад +8

      @@mattweddle3107 In the Vancouver area, it's more the rain & not so much the snow. Flat roofs aren't a great idea in the Pacific Northwet!

    • @BlackMan614
      @BlackMan614 17 дней назад +2

      EPDM roof is the answer

  • @elfx887
    @elfx887 23 дня назад +391

    i would happily watch 35- 45 minute long episodes of this! this series is actually so relaxing! the way you both bounce off eachothers energies is so funny!

    • @user-jf7iu9vw1r
      @user-jf7iu9vw1r 23 дня назад +1

      Same!! 😄

    • @maurinedoyle9964
      @maurinedoyle9964 23 дня назад +5

      And the music choices are fun

    • @winniesalsaworld9465
      @winniesalsaworld9465 23 дня назад

      There's a lot of episodes the could split into like 2/3 20minute episodes. Just watching them work. Like the pool pressure washing once it was drained could've been its OWN video. Would've been so satisfying to watch!

  • @cianfleetwood8099
    @cianfleetwood8099 23 дня назад +250

    There is a valid reason why there are succulent growing on the roof.
    The benefits are enormous, not only financially, but Sedum green roofs can last longer than conventional roofs. These green roofs benefit the environment not only as a carbon sink, but encouraging the wildlife and biodiversity. When you fix the roof, I hope you replant new succulents

    • @brendasnow8255
      @brendasnow8255 23 дня назад +31

      I hope they read comments, because there’s a lot they don’t know about things like the roof.

    • @kcherre2164
      @kcherre2164 23 дня назад +17

      I really hope they see this and the planting helps sooo much with keeping the house cool/ hot

    • @deniseb3917
      @deniseb3917 23 дня назад +28

      Please bring back the green roof. We have put sedum on all our flat roofs and it's so great. Better insulation, better water management, less heat stress on the roof and less radiant heat for the environment. Plus it attracts so many insects of the good kind. I can't recommend it enough.

    • @paulakalnina4654
      @paulakalnina4654 23 дня назад +10

      In 2013 a green roof project went downhill (quite literally) in Riga, Zolitude shopping centre, when roof construction gave up and the roof caved in. Among the deceased were shoppers and rescuers. Be very very very smart and careful about excess weight on roof, as that can cause big troubles in future.

    • @deniseb3917
      @deniseb3917 23 дня назад +11

      @@paulakalnina4654 with all due respect to the victims, this is the case with any construction. Calculations need to be made to ensure the structural strength is sufficient to carry the projected weight, including water weight and potential snow weight.
      The green roof in itself was not the culprit.
      Since Nick has an engineering degree, I'm sure he is aware of this.

  • @irishy186
    @irishy186 23 дня назад +23

    Wow! Thanks for showing the difference in wood. It really illustrates what people mean when they say “they don't build them like they used to.”

    • @skiingrooster9808
      @skiingrooster9808 20 дней назад

      I live in the district. The new homes are built at incredibly higher standards. So yes, built exceptionally better.

    • @farmerbill6855
      @farmerbill6855 7 дней назад

      That was ywo different species of pine. No real big revelation. Although, that old growth, clear grain was nice to see.

    • @Project-Ranch
      @Project-Ranch День назад

      Wood is identified SPF meaning you either get Spruce, pine or fur when you buy lumber. They are not all equal…the original wood is likely all fir.

    • @jeffgould5367
      @jeffgould5367 День назад

      Also the comment about how hard the old wood was is expected... Wood actually hardens with age if if is kept dry....it always harder to cut or nail into old wood as apposed to new wood. They were definitely different species also..

    • @farmerbill6855
      @farmerbill6855 День назад

      @@Project-Ranch Fir.

  • @VondaInWonderland
    @VondaInWonderland 23 дня назад +384

    Nick is worth his weight in gold. I can't imagine what it would cost to hire someone with his expertise and knowledge to run this whole project ❤🕊

    • @gsagadin
      @gsagadin 23 дня назад +8

      so true!! and he knows about WOOD!!! (news to me about good and bad wood)

    • @VondaInWonderland
      @VondaInWonderland 23 дня назад +2

      @@gsagadin Right! Who knew? I just know it's expensive:0

    • @kennedyadams8154
      @kennedyadams8154 22 дня назад +21

      his patience and kindness towards her is so sweet!! everyone could use a nick

    • @Suz9006
      @Suz9006 22 дня назад +2

      I am sure he is multi talented.

    • @cjpietropinto9293
      @cjpietropinto9293 22 дня назад +3

      Lmao! The shoot part made me laugh.
      I'm loving them so much!
      I hope when this is over, he makes an appearance from time to time.

  • @vancouver1261
    @vancouver1261 23 дня назад +736

    This is part of why homes don't get build fast enough in Canada. To much red tape/permits that can delay projects for months and sometimes years. On a side note, both of you should be using some sort of fall arrest system when your working on the roof for your safety. I have worked at heights for many years, and even the shortest fall can be life altering. Goodluck with the rest of your Reno!

    • @zebraloverbridget
      @zebraloverbridget 23 дня назад +9

      Their roof is flat so there isn't much risk for falling off. (the slant in the roof isn't bad enough to be dangerous to walk on)

    • @msullivan3531
      @msullivan3531 23 дня назад +96

      @@zebraloverbridgetthe risk is falling through!

    • @MrHianga
      @MrHianga 23 дня назад +49

      ​@zebraloverbridget, you say that, yet it only takes 1 wrong step or trip to debunk your whole statement..

    • @vancouver1261
      @vancouver1261 23 дня назад +55

      @@zebraloverbridget Within 6 feet of a drop off they should have a fall arrest or guard rail in place for safety. It doesnt matter if the roof is slanted or flat. I have years of fall arrest training so Im not just making this up.

    • @KraznyVeshov
      @KraznyVeshov 23 дня назад +28

      Should definitely use fall protection of some kind. I have a coworker that used to be a roofer. He fell from a second story roof and broke his leg so badly that they couldn't repair it, it had to be amputated just below the knee.

  • @neevewood5859
    @neevewood5859 23 дня назад +12

    When she said please be careful Nicky I can’t lose you 😢, they have the sweetest relationship

  • @statewench2828
    @statewench2828 23 дня назад +38

    Be careful Nicky. We can afford to lose you either. You make Jenna laugh and that dear sir is priceless!

  • @rebeccachapmandann6327
    @rebeccachapmandann6327 23 дня назад +402

    I look forward to each new video. I’m 72 and all my life I wanted to redo an historical home. Now too late. I’m a little nervous for you guys to be on the roof. When Nick lost his balance for a second there I gasped out loud.

    • @tinareaume7484
      @tinareaume7484 23 дня назад +15

      It's never too late! Just dig in!

    • @mrsgingernoisette
      @mrsgingernoisette 23 дня назад +7

      If you've the resources, just go for it❤ In my country people stop doing or dreaming stuff after 50..

    • @torontoguy1097
      @torontoguy1097 23 дня назад +1

      It’s too late. ❤

    • @tinareaume7484
      @tinareaume7484 22 дня назад +3

      @@torontoguy1097 I am 67, it's not too late for me! I'm building fences, outbuildings, huge landscaping gardens and growing vegetables. I'll slow down in 30 years. Maybe.

    • @athenapantazes
      @athenapantazes 21 день назад +2

      Even if you no longer have the mobility or strength , you could find one and design or help someone else design and renovate one ! If you do have the mobility, go for it !!!

  • @tschuuuls486
    @tschuuuls486 23 дня назад +697

    FYI: Solar Panels are surprisingly cheap these days. Might as well install some while you are redoing the roof (if the structure allows for the additional weight etc.) :)

    • @tschuuuls486
      @tschuuuls486 23 дня назад +10

      @@timhahn a 430W panel is less than a $100. If you can diy the majority the ROY will be less than 10years I imagine. Sounds solid enough to me :D

    • @l1t7l3ph0o7
      @l1t7l3ph0o7 23 дня назад +11

      @@tschuuuls486 Right, but when you need to spend on rebuilding everything after already purchasing the property, Tools, Materials, gas back and fourth to where they are currently living, and also normal living expenses. every little additional thing adds up quite a bit. but I also highly advocate for adding solar if the budget allows.

    • @tschuuuls486
      @tschuuuls486 23 дня назад +7

      @@l1t7l3ph0o7 no, I get it but you could run some cable runs and make sure you can add it easily after moving in. It's not my house do what you want :D

    • @AnniCarlsson
      @AnniCarlsson 23 дня назад +6

      And work good in north sweden so should not be a issue in Canada

    • @leticiaguelere1222
      @leticiaguelere1222 23 дня назад

      @@l1t7l3ph0o7 maybe they could just do the wiring and add the roof weight now and later on add the panels after the house is finisehd.

  • @resetee4313
    @resetee4313 23 дня назад +15

    Get them to 1 million subscribers. They need their permits. I need to continue to watch! Thanks.

  • @kelt7859
    @kelt7859 23 дня назад +11

    So wild that you're nearly at 1M subscribers. I've been watching since maybe 150k. I do miss your crafty vids, but I am also loving the house reno vids, and now my boyfriend watches along religiously too!
    Also I love how much Nicky seems to make you genuinely laugh, it's beautiful to see!

  • @anaisgbz
    @anaisgbz 23 дня назад +204

    I absolutely love that diy ramp thing, I laughed so hard at the idea the neighbors would see this first and think “omg who’s renovating this” but also come on it’s genius, work smarter not harder 🤣 looks like exactly the kind of thing I would do to

  • @raraavis7782
    @raraavis7782 23 дня назад +279

    Hahaha...I thought you were joking. But that giant sheet was actually the permit 😅.
    No wonder it's expensive, it's basically art gallery sized!

    • @user-wl8rr7wb4y
      @user-wl8rr7wb4y 23 дня назад +10

      You could make curtains out of the permit.

    • @aWholeJas
      @aWholeJas 23 дня назад +3

      Right lol they're paying for them to print the permit

    • @79huddy
      @79huddy 5 часов назад

      Its probably an uppity area and they make them that big so the neighbors quit calling code enforcement everyday

  • @dejahdanger
    @dejahdanger 23 дня назад +8

    Let’s get Jenna to a million! This channel is cozy and sweet and full of good times.

  • @doreenwatson-read
    @doreenwatson-read 22 дня назад +4

    I flippin love watching you two renovate this house, your parents must be chuffed to bits with your work ethics. Years from now, you can show your loved ones what you did.

  • @dianeschenkelberg8270
    @dianeschenkelberg8270 23 дня назад +433

    That's a tar and gravel roof. My parents, now deceased, lived in a mid-century modern house and they had tar and gravel on their roof. I remember having to scrape excess gravel out of the gutters every year. They have better materials for flat roofs now. We use a Metacrylics product for the small section of our house that is flat. I'm really enjoying this series!

    • @jpdenboer4365
      @jpdenboer4365 23 дня назад +20

      We have those to! Our neighborhood is build in 1973 or something. I live in the Netherlands and we have all houses in a big row attached to each other. So we still have the same roof.
      Fun fact the gravel is a perfect base to plant special roof plants in. It helps with isolation!

    • @dMi_mi
      @dMi_mi 23 дня назад +1

      ​@@jpdenboer4365ohh that's soo cool that You can plant d actual plants into that 😶

    • @elainephleps4705
      @elainephleps4705 23 дня назад

      Cover raw food areas with tarps. Otherwise your saving money doing alo yourself!!!

    • @SezShares
      @SezShares 23 дня назад +2

      Eichlers are notorious for using them. Many renovators are renovating with metaldeck so can put solar panels on.

    • @CaliMel184
      @CaliMel184 23 дня назад +3

      It's funny because those things were EVERYWHERE in our area in the 80s and 90s. People had those white sparkly rocks that you use in landscaping up on their roof all over the place here.

  • @jmitch8483
    @jmitch8483 23 дня назад +184

    If there is an award for best video series on RUclips, this wins it. It's mind blowing how much you've already accomplished and the music and watching you work together brings pure joy!! Sorry for all the permit delays though. Stay safe❤

  • @heatherflynn8725
    @heatherflynn8725 21 день назад +4

    Love hearing the bagpipes! My neighbor used to play before he moved. I miss hearing him play.

  • @BriStella
    @BriStella 23 дня назад +5

    I love how supportive you are with each other. You two make an amazing team! ❤🥹

  • @raymcconnell4090
    @raymcconnell4090 23 дня назад +100

    The "Please be careful Nicky, I can't loose you" made me tear up. I can't tell you how many times I have heard something like that from my wife.

  • @TheUntamed101
    @TheUntamed101 23 дня назад +88

    Just before you brought up the old growth lumber I was just thinking, "I hope these guys take the time to salvage that lumber. It looks great, they could probably sell a heap of not needed stuff, and it would look beautiful for furniture making.".

    • @sfstucco
      @sfstucco 22 дня назад +4

      I was thinking the same thing.
      I already nearly cried when they, on earlier videos, tossed out cupboards and other perfectly good wood pieces.

  • @weekendhomeprojects
    @weekendhomeprojects 23 дня назад +12

    I'm anxious for 1) How that's going to be covered short term for the coming rains 2) How a flat roof even works in the first place.

  • @morganunraveled
    @morganunraveled 23 дня назад +5

    the view from your roof !!!! insanity. this is truly going to be a dream home in every way by the end of this series!!

  • @BrorAppelsin
    @BrorAppelsin 23 дня назад +79

    Old growth lumber is great... but so is fall protection! Please get some asap, as it's very easy to have an accident when you're ripping stuff out.

    • @savm-7252i
      @savm-7252i 20 дней назад +4

      The lack of safety in this video is exactly why the city requires them to have permits 😅

  • @mitchgross592
    @mitchgross592 23 дня назад +94

    I’m guessing what was granted was a Remediation permit, which basically means you can remove the stuff causing ongoing damage and add protection from further damage. That protects the house while you complete the rest of the permitting process.

  • @JamieM470
    @JamieM470 23 дня назад +4

    There's a whole ecosystem on that roof! And basically a pond! No wonder the roof developed leaks.
    This is the best series. Always makes me happy when a new video pops up. I could watch you two for hours. Well, I guess I have.

  • @frostbite3820
    @frostbite3820 22 дня назад +6

    You'd think that with all the attention this house project is getting that the city would ensure that they'd get all their needed permits quickly and painlessly so the city looks appealing to others and would get some good press

    • @skiingrooster9808
      @skiingrooster9808 20 дней назад +2

      No. If the district expedites their permit then immediately I will seek legal counsel on how to speed up my two permits, as well as several other contractors who also have active open permits, here.

    • @erinsackett2032
      @erinsackett2032 15 дней назад +1

      @@skiingrooster9808that’s weird and very entitled of you but go off i guess

    • @dudeinanofficechair7662
      @dudeinanofficechair7662 6 дней назад

      ​@@erinsackett2032not really. Here you have some semi-celebrities who don't even have fall protection gear trying to get permits. I love what they are doing, but there are contractors who put in the time and hire the experienced people to get things right the first time.
      Even excluding the fact that this couple is hundreds of times more likely to create a fire or EMS call than other contractors on a per house basis, there is no reason they should get priority over other people whose livelihoods also depend on getting permits.

  • @QluGymdad
    @QluGymdad 23 дня назад +215

    You have a “hot tar and gravel” roof. It was common on commercial roofs and 50’s style flat roofs. It gave a layered tar roof and the gravel created a greater surface area for heat distribution. Now they are called “build up roof” with multiple layers of rubber sealed with hot tar and a top asphalt layer. A lower slope roof has to completely sealed. Shingles only work on a sloped roof.

    • @pugglebiscuit9600
      @pugglebiscuit9600 23 дня назад +9

      yep! was gonna say hot tar n gravel + living roof style, great stuff for hotter climates

    • @donnasmith9939
      @donnasmith9939 23 дня назад +4

      Common on most flat roofs in the US South.

    • @gregpendrey6711
      @gregpendrey6711 23 дня назад +6

      From the back deck roof overhang I could see a marina so close they could walk to their moorage and take their boat out. The house comes with a lifestyle. Super cool. The house is even more worth their time now I've that!

    • @user-wl8rr7wb4y
      @user-wl8rr7wb4y 23 дня назад +1

      Nice to know. Thanks for construction education 😊.

    • @andreamanocchio9069
      @andreamanocchio9069 23 дня назад +4

      I was going to say the same. Hopefully they have a roofing company lined up that does flat roofing

  • @mscoop74
    @mscoop74 23 дня назад +31

    It does the heart good to hear 'A Scottish Soldier' on the pipes. Loving this series, you're both doing a fantastic job. Much love from Scotland. x 😊

  • @jessicafairbairn5592
    @jessicafairbairn5592 23 дня назад +7

    It blows my mind that you don't already have 1M subscribers.

  • @deborahhenderson149
    @deborahhenderson149 22 дня назад +2

    You both deserve a medal for your hard work and exceptional good humoured personalities. I cannot ever imagine you both falling out with each other. There is such a strong bond between you and everyone loves you. Keep at it and take care. Scares the living daylights out of me when your walking on a roof with holes in it.

  • @forgetn
    @forgetn 23 дня назад +68

    I am surprised by the good quality of the wood on the roof. It will not matter because of the structural issues that must be resolved. Just be careful, walking on a roof with no safety, especially in that condition. Nick said it best, its a 200-foot drop at the end. On the bright side, the structural engineer should have everything he needs now.

    • @vancouver1261
      @vancouver1261 23 дня назад +4

      They should be using some sort of fall arrest system when working on the roof, I agree.

  • @vernieplummer5148
    @vernieplummer5148 23 дня назад +91

    PLEASE use this type of music forever. It is so cute, it sounds like old recordings. I just love it.

    • @ZalemMoon
      @ZalemMoon 22 дня назад +1

      It's so calming ☺

  • @riahdaniels54
    @riahdaniels54 10 дней назад +2

    Jenna, I started watching for curiosity around what it would look like when done. I have been here since you purchased it. But I have to say, I have stayed because of how you two interact with each other. How kind you are, and how you show people how to do a project without letting frustration win. Thanks for such great content.

  • @adamwendt8972
    @adamwendt8972 23 дня назад +11

    The music selection is always top-notch. Whoever selects it, you do a great job.

  • @ItIsAmandaaa
    @ItIsAmandaaa 23 дня назад +60

    I love Nick’s ramp/chute! I could tell what he was going for immediately. what a great idea!!

  • @saxamachick
    @saxamachick 23 дня назад +85

    Half a permit is better than another denial I guess! Woohoo!! 🎉

  • @samanthasky4463
    @samanthasky4463 23 дня назад

    Love following Jenna and Nick on this renovation/reconstruction and look forward to each update. Really appreciate that I can enjoy them and their story from down here at the bottom of the world in New Zealand.

  • @chelseaadams995
    @chelseaadams995 23 дня назад +2

    The ‘Alright job’ joke was classy! Your throwing technique from the roof gets better and better Jenna you Olympic house restorer!! 🙌🏻🙌🏻

  • @leeluvslife
    @leeluvslife 23 дня назад +137

    That anxious feeling when you're waiting for someone to arrive. The worst. lol

  • @CollaborativeDog
    @CollaborativeDog 23 дня назад +38

    I'm sure at this point you are well on your way with the roof, but going with the succulent theme, having a "sod" or green roof is actually energy efficient and gorgeous. Imagine donkey tail or string of pearls succulents dripping from the eaves! Conversely, particularly for flat roofs, there is a foam based product that both insulates and reflects heat and is almost no maintenance and lasts longer than a regular roof.

    • @marlinguine
      @marlinguine 23 дня назад

      Yesss agreed!! A green roof would be so lovely and fun for the house 😊

    • @Smerrly
      @Smerrly 20 дней назад

      I didn’t even know succulents grew in that climate

  • @camangellana
    @camangellana 19 дней назад

    ❤ Jenna your sense of humor is the sweetest. I wish you both the best. I have several friends hooked to watching you both.

  • @dennisg8164
    @dennisg8164 23 дня назад +3

    I was born and raised in WV. I saw my uncles house in one of the shots of the cliff face east of your place. My brother spent his entire working life building highend houses all over that area.
    He asked me if I thought you had a builder lined up yet. He's retired but his question was from his knowledge that there are fewer and fewer quality builders every month.
    What's your plan in that regard.
    Oh, the permit thing, he said SNAFU. Typical WV

  • @tammyhall8495
    @tammyhall8495 23 дня назад +31

    Every time I see the view I fall more in love with your house. ❤ Jenna that view is Impressive. I'm glad you guys are doing the work and not just hiring it all out. You 2 are doing a great job.

    • @giafreed8403
      @giafreed8403 23 дня назад +5

      The view is everything. I think living in this house (when completed) they will live with very little stress or anxiety cause all they have to do is look outside.

  • @dawnknowlton
    @dawnknowlton 23 дня назад +68

    The bagpiper is an awesome addition to your neighborhood!

    • @tinareaume7484
      @tinareaume7484 23 дня назад +5

      So much better than amplified rap!

    • @FancyRPGCanada
      @FancyRPGCanada 23 дня назад +2

      That's how you know it's Canada 😂

  • @janetplanet09
    @janetplanet09 23 дня назад

    I’m so glad you bought this house and are rescuing it and I’m sure that most in your community are, too. Which is why these permitting delays are crazy.
    Keep calm and power tools. 😘

  • @RijackiTorment
    @RijackiTorment 23 дня назад +2

    I'm in North Delta. Now each time when it rains I will think of your roofing plight. You're the reason I am hoping for a stretch of sunny days to dry out.

  • @1_viewer
    @1_viewer 23 дня назад +20

    I spent two years revising plans to get a permit to a home project and finally hired a local architect who tweaked them and the approval was first try with those! The architect charged 3k since we had most of them done ourselves. The architect also agreed to deal with the planning department if needed.

  • @ZezeMimi
    @ZezeMimi 23 дня назад +468

    The city preventing you from restoring an eye sore is the most annoying thing I have ever heard (as far as permitting goes). There is some kind of power trip going on in that city…

    • @krystalzeogas8814
      @krystalzeogas8814 23 дня назад +61

      I think it's probably the fact they are doing everything themselves lol if they had a Licensed gc I doubt they would be getting this much flact

    • @ZezeMimi
      @ZezeMimi 23 дня назад +42

      @@krystalzeogas8814 Yeah, that is likely. I think they did reference needing an Architect plan in their last video. The house is built on a hillside, so maybe the city has a risk scale for permitting. The lack of guidance and repeated denials just seems so unnecessary. In my city if your permit gets denied you have to pay again and again. Hopefully they don’t have to do that.

    • @guilty8565
      @guilty8565 23 дня назад +26

      There’s a power trip going on in all of Canada

    • @InvisibleWarrior279
      @InvisibleWarrior279 23 дня назад +20

      Where I live new home building is pretty much our biggest employer so that is where the majority of the political power lies. And why there isn’t more of a push towards rehabbing existing homes. So stupid and wasteful.

    • @rebeccagibson9095
      @rebeccagibson9095 23 дня назад +18

      it's the same in the UK. Always a pain in the butt getting planning. They'd rather the beautiful old houses crumble than make it easy to renovate them (with all the red tape it ends up costing a fortune to reno an old house which is such a shame, because they're my absolute favourite).

  • @ashleyrose1840
    @ashleyrose1840 23 дня назад

    You two have such amazing attitudes about all of this. I can hardly wait to see the finished result of this home. I know it’s going to be BEAUTIFUL! Keep up the wonderful work. ☺️

  • @Viefstarotandso
    @Viefstarotandso 22 дня назад

    I enjoy this series, ik is one of my favorite.. You Guys stay so positive in al that you’re doing and the struggles and set- back you’re facing! Chapeau!

  • @madzabinga8382
    @madzabinga8382 23 дня назад +26

    If demo work was an Olympic sport, you would win all gold medals! I am so impressed with your ability to do all these vigorous physical tasks!

  • @twojstary1839
    @twojstary1839 23 дня назад +111

    in my country we just do whatever renovations we want and hope no one notices its illegal for 20 years (its automatically legal then)

    • @alirashid4800
      @alirashid4800 23 дня назад +10

      That should not be a flex.

    • @leeluvslife
      @leeluvslife 23 дня назад +13

      @@alirashid4800 it is, though.

    • @alirashid4800
      @alirashid4800 23 дня назад +2

      @@leeluvslife Sure if you say so.

    • @MrsAnnaLogan
      @MrsAnnaLogan 23 дня назад +6

      I think that’s a great rule. If it lasts that long it’s sound.

    • @brunettevlogging
      @brunettevlogging 23 дня назад

      @@MrsAnnaLogan???? Hahahah. Jeez.

  • @Laura-49r
    @Laura-49r 23 дня назад

    This is so satisfying to watch. You two are an awesome team. So endearing to hear Nick call you "my love."

  • @delladavidsson3424
    @delladavidsson3424 16 дней назад +1

    I love the bagpipes ❤someone in my old neighborhood played. I’d sit out and listen ❤to

  • @faeriesmak
    @faeriesmak 23 дня назад +11

    Talking about old growth lumber. My house was built in the US in 1883. We have pine beams in the basement and pine cross beams. They are so dense that we cannot even drive a nail into them. Our kitchen cabinets are 1950s plywood and if and when we update there we are going to do what we can to rehab the couple that have quirks. New materials are just not great quality.

  • @themidgeling
    @themidgeling 23 дня назад +13

    LOL! My sister lives a few houses away from a Bagpipe Guy! She's in the much smaller Vancouver, WA. We usually only hear him during nice weather when his windows are open.

  • @karinschild9020
    @karinschild9020 22 дня назад

    Way to go you guys, it's coming along! Love the funky ramp, and it's great to see glimpses of my old hometown from your rooftop.

  • @peggymcthompson261
    @peggymcthompson261 23 дня назад

    Came for the crocheting,crafting,knitting! Which I do miss, but I am absolutely loving this down and dirty renovation! The way you two work together is so satisfying ❤!

  • @beekind9832
    @beekind9832 23 дня назад +14

    Oh precious ones, this grandma is so proud of you both. Your love and respect for one another is lovely. Please be careful and take care. Always look forward to a new video to see the progress.

  • @Apocy2000
    @Apocy2000 23 дня назад +89

    Gravel is for heat distribution, preventing the asphalt from dehydrating too fast and holding down the roof against high speed winds. The succulents are added for even more heat distribution and preventing the roof from becoming hot very fast

    • @secret_badass
      @secret_badass 23 дня назад +32

      I’m pretty sure the succulents were the unintended consequence of not maintaining the roof for so long

    • @kcherre2164
      @kcherre2164 23 дня назад

      I hope they see this

    • @verneata1788
      @verneata1788 22 дня назад +1

      @@secret_badassabsolutely

  • @BKayK755
    @BKayK755 23 дня назад

    You two are so sweet to each other. Hard labor like that can definitely be testing, but the the rewards are awesome. I can’t wait to see the final product! ☺️

  • @shikmalagbas9721
    @shikmalagbas9721 23 дня назад +4

    How long have you been together? Did you buy the house together? I need a q&a!!!

  • @MrsAnnaLogan
    @MrsAnnaLogan 23 дня назад +50

    I appreciate how open you guys are with the permit stuff but watching the struggle with the permits makes me crazy.

    • @D-2456
      @D-2456 23 дня назад +4

      Its not a struggle, I deal with permits and higher level planning applications all the time. This is ignorance and inexperience on their part.

    • @renfairegoddess
      @renfairegoddess 23 дня назад

      ​@@D-2456 Ignorance and inexperience are the CAUSE of the struggle.
      GOYFHHYSB.

  • @GhostdogLT21
    @GhostdogLT21 23 дня назад +23

    I'm surprised your engineer didn't tell you to shore up the roof with posts for safety concerns. That could have been done without permits and you could have felt safer.

    • @MrHianga
      @MrHianga 23 дня назад +8

      Yep, laminated beams supported by steel props from the ground level all the way up to the underside of the cantilevered roof structure and anywhere else applicable

  • @Lczzy
    @Lczzy 23 дня назад

    So amazing you found each other. Wonderful project.

  • @jackmead6166
    @jackmead6166 23 дня назад

    I love you guys!!!!! This video really helped me put life in perspective. There's difficult situations that you have to work through and you just have to make the best of it. Thank you!!!! That is what I believe your video is telling the world. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @DelayedPenalty
    @DelayedPenalty 23 дня назад +20

    I tore apart 1 room in our basement down to the studs last weekend and I am still physically hurting. I can't imagine how you guys are still going on all this renovation.

    • @chonklife1809
      @chonklife1809 23 дня назад +1

      My back hurts just watching 😆

    • @x-mess
      @x-mess 23 дня назад

      They’re younglings… 🐣

  • @jessiciamurray8006
    @jessiciamurray8006 23 дня назад +38

    I saw where y’all make the news! I was hoping it would pressure the city to permit yall!

  • @smudgeitbaby
    @smudgeitbaby 21 день назад

    I love that you have so many pictures of what the house originally looked liked, and I can’t wait to see what you do with the house and grounds.

  • @Benandmycat
    @Benandmycat 21 день назад

    Absolutely love going on the journey of you both totally renovating your home ! What a beautiful location. An Incredible amount of work on renovating and filming it and making it so interesting ! Thanks 😊 🐈

  • @michaeldean4459
    @michaeldean4459 23 дня назад +52

    Some unsolicited advice, now that the drywall and floors are removed the water inside isn’t a huge deal. As long as it can dry it eventually
    will. Also would recommend disconnecting power at the meter and rather than main breaker! Good stuff though

    • @CricketsBay
      @CricketsBay 23 дня назад +6

      OMG! Would the city let them not disconnect power at the meter? It's not safe to disconnect it at the main breaker because hot wires are still inside the house.

    • @iamkid_a
      @iamkid_a 23 дня назад +2

      this is solid advice! no need to rush down and put all those buckets there

    • @michaeldean4459
      @michaeldean4459 2 дня назад

      @@CricketsBay typically utility company owns the meter. Breaker will be accessible for safety reasons. Should be locked out and tagged out tbh.

  • @MikeEPerez
    @MikeEPerez 23 дня назад +1

    I 100% know how frustrating this whole process can be (my last house also sat vacant for many years and had many of the same issues that I had to DIY). But I really wanted to thank you for the patience and constant positive attitudes you both portray in these videos. I know it's hard smiling for the camera all the time, but personally, I appreciate a good dose of positivity in the face of adversity.

  • @laurahart1554
    @laurahart1554 22 дня назад

    I love watching you two work your way through all of this. It's going to be so worth it!

  • @Yoyocreative
    @Yoyocreative 23 дня назад +19

    Knitting (or crocheting) socks is so much fun! If you're like me and get overwhelmed by the techniques, I recommend watching a tutorial online to follow. But don't skip ahead! Just finish the sections before watching the next part. This way, you complete little tasks, instead of having one big peoject that you'll have to do a second time too 🤭
    I hope you get that other half of the permit soon! It's great to watch you two (and sometimes friends) work on the home! I expecially love how you praise each other and hype eachother up!
    Thanks for still thinking about us crafty people with your sponsor! 😊❤

  • @TMOC1977
    @TMOC1977 23 дня назад +39

    Everyone on the roof needs to be wearing harnesses that are properly secured.

    • @SparkeyCox
      @SparkeyCox 22 дня назад

      That is too simple - Real workers do not need harnesses! LOL - Kidding. Glad the work safty people are not watching me. heheheh

  • @LadyWiggin
    @LadyWiggin 22 дня назад +1

    I love seeing you working in the house. I’m sorry to see you having issues with local officials for permits. You’ve done so much and I can’t wait to see it as it prigrrsses

  • @shirleychase170
    @shirleychase170 21 день назад

    Doing good, can't wait to see how your house willnlook. Keep positive and enjoy! Go one million!!!!🎉👊💥

  • @lemons_s
    @lemons_s 23 дня назад +11

    For the roof disposal slide that Nick build, you guys can loop a piece of tarp or cloth along the ramp so that you can just pull the cloth to slide all the debrid down like a manual conveyer belt.

  • @paulpixphotos
    @paulpixphotos 23 дня назад +18

    That Chute scene over the bin was fantastic! May not have worked as intended but absolutely made the disposal of stuff easier.

  • @victoriawinter8387
    @victoriawinter8387 23 дня назад

    Watching you two is great but with pipes too... I grew up in an mcm home in Van and my dad, a P Eng, used to practice the pipes. OMG. Loving this❤

  • @mariacorral99
    @mariacorral99 22 дня назад +1

    This is the funniest renovation video I've ever seen so far, including popular TV channels. I showed it to my mom who is Spanish and doesn't understand English but she laughed so hard. What a great comedic duo. Cheers from Spain

  • @charmainemanley
    @charmainemanley 23 дня назад +19

    We went to the hardware store every weekend when we were building our house - for screws. I swear. We kept buying boxes of 1000 and we constantly ran out. Oy. I'm sure you'll get a tool sponsorship, but until then some thrifting tools at garage sales content from the two of you would be gold.

    • @MrHianga
      @MrHianga 23 дня назад +4

      I 100% agree.. you even get older tools at a fraction of retail price, and they're much stronger than some new products that are available..

    • @BaldyTheOnlyOne
      @BaldyTheOnlyOne 23 дня назад +2

      @@MrHianga Truer words have never been spoken!

    • @tonijberry
      @tonijberry 23 дня назад +2

      There are also tool libraries now!

  • @standup2982
    @standup2982 23 дня назад +6

    My go to channel, I’m living vicariously through you both as I’m disabled and bed bound most of the time. Great video, as always ❤❤❤

    • @heidi4752
      @heidi4752 23 дня назад +1

      Same! enjoying the vicarious adventure, it's a gift

    • @standup2982
      @standup2982 23 дня назад

      @@heidi4752 it certainly is, just love watching this series so much 🥰

  • @bluemini73
    @bluemini73 23 дня назад

    It was such a beautiful home, and what a spectacular location. I hope you can return it to it's original glory

  • @dh1895
    @dh1895 5 дней назад

    I love how you both always stay calm and positive.

  • @c0riinthehouse
    @c0riinthehouse 23 дня назад +25

    I look forward to your updates every week!

  • @pennybowen2725
    @pennybowen2725 23 дня назад +10

    I saw the interview of you and Nick, great job you two!

  • @bezymjannaja
    @bezymjannaja 23 дня назад

    Good job! The quality of wood is amazing! Hope you'll use it as much as possible. And zen garden?! AMAZING! with that view! I hope you'll bring garden back after.
    But omg - so much work you have to do... GOOD LUCK!

  • @zimrasawyer1881
    @zimrasawyer1881 22 дня назад

    You guys are awesome. I love you. I can't wait To see how the house turns out for you. Hopefully you get all your permits. I'm rootin for ya!

  • @joshhealy9037
    @joshhealy9037 23 дня назад +22

    Been waiting for this, it’s my weekly ritual to sit and watch your update lol