I guess I must not have had my notifications on, so I just saw this. I love that you keep the old pieces and parts that you find! It is so true that they made things so much better and sturdier years ago. I can’t believe how Pedro just doesn’t have any fear of getting up there and getting close to the edge! What a wonderful person, and a wonderful crew you have working for you!
Pedro was wonderful. I am so happy to have this little area water tight. When it's cooler in the fall I can finish up the outside but for now, it's good enough. On to the next project and hopefully getting those windows installed soon.
Hi janie, another job ticked of the list, it blows me away, how many projects are on the go, great project management, I'm looking forward to the next video! Cheers, Mike
The copper is so pretty and new. I'm loving it too. It turns out I wasn't sick. I think it was just a bad allergy day. Outdoor air and I don't get along.
Glad the roof is finished, yeah! and a science lesson, you're really spoiling us now. As said below the 3 mystery items married together become a pair of coal tongs they might have been part of a companion set along with a poker, brush and a small ash shovel at one time. I hope you are feeling better.
I hope your feeling better. It's amazing that you still find a job to do even when you are not feeling well. Always working and being useful. Get some rest. You deserve a short break.🤒
I'm much better, thanks. It was just one of those days where I couldn't tell if I was coming down with something or just normal allergies. Dirty air is not my friend.
They sell a neck tie that you wet and keep it around your neck while you work, or you can wet a small towel and roll it up and drape it across your neck while you work. I have used this method and it works great.
I hope your feeling better. I'm sure someone is planting penny's in the garden 😂 great update. 2x👍 t-shirts are a great idea and the design looks great. Without the drip edge the water has the bonus capillary action and climbs up between the flashing and the wall.
You are right about the capillary action. I should have also explained that the flashing should not be tight up against the facia, even with a drip edge, for that very reason.
I am terrified just watching Pedro working near the edge without any safety gear. I thought you were veeeery adventurous when you climbed out there but his adventures are insane. Beyond human life concerns, would you have been in trouble with insurance if something happened? I know in Australia they get you to comply with safety by making non-compliance very expensive in fines and insurance premiums if anyone reports it, never mind if something actually happens
The two threaded metal rods with the onion-shaped flattened ends could very well be a curtain rod. There’s a section missing which they get screwed into. And the brackets to hold them are missing, too.
Good guess. I think the suggestions that these go with the other brass piece to make fireplace tongs may be the right answer. I'm going to test out their theory when I head down this weelk.
Pay attention that Pedro does all this custom fabrication in a clean dress attire and no safety harness. You get what you pay for. We are few at this point.
Did you leave a space between the drip edge and the fascia? I couldn’t really tell from the video. I had new drip edge installed incorrectly when my roof was redone after a hurricane and it rotted out the fascia and some exposed rafter tails. Not many roofers know to leave a gap about the size of a finger. There’s a really good “this old house” clip that demonstrates the physics in real life and that slower water can run uphill a bit
Good catch. I've watched that same clip. Because of the curve and the cuts that had to be made to get the flashing to form to the curve, it was going to be very difficult to install the flashing with that much of a gap. That was a major consideration in going with the synthetic facia trim instead of wood. I try to share a lot of the detail in the videos but sometimes I don't go fully into all the nitty gritty. There was a lot of discussion and back and forth about how to handle it. Technically, on a historic house, we should only use wood but in this application and with the substantial damage that this area had seen due to water problems, the synthetic, rot proof solution seemed the best way to go. That way, if there is some wicking of water, it can't cause any damage.
I had forgotten that you talked about the rot proof fascia in your application. I think that was very smart and slavishly using only 1895 products wouldn’t be the best idea when that can compromise the life of the building. There’s always a fine line between authenticity and what’s best for the building. From the street it will look just like the original. Everything you’ve done is extremely high standard and looks great so far! I’m just over-zealous about drip edge installation because sometimes a new roof can cause more problems down the road and don’t get me started on flat roofs! Lol keep up the great work
@@ericfutral2651 You and my husband can get together and have a beer and trash talk flat roofs, gutters and drip edges He won't have anything to do with flat roofs. There is a portion of flat roof on the Lucas Apartments and it has been a nightmare. I did coax him down one time to help me enlarge the scupper on that one. I had an internet troll for a while that would always comment that I needed to back off and let the professionals do their job but as you experienced first hand, being in the roofing business, for example, doesn't mean a person is an expert or really knows the finer points. The devil is in the details. The damage caused by the gutter leak in this alcove is going to cost upwards of $60,000 to fix when all is said and done. It would be a shame to not do everything possible to keep the water from damaging it again. Thanks for the vote of conficence.
The 2 threaded rods look like some kind of support, maybe for a fireplace screen? Could have screwed into the screen and those long feet could go into the fireplace. This is TOTALLY a guess.
Several people said coal tongs and I found some online almost identicle. I never would have put the long pieces together with the articulated brass piece since the metals were different but darned if thats not how they were made back in the day.
Nobody's been able to come up with any original furniture or items yet. Both families are on a photo hunt and a few have trickled in which is great. We have discovered that a lot of the League family things may have gone to the Rosenberg library but were never cataloged. We know for sure they have Nellie's and Daisy's wedding dresses.
@@leaguekempnerhouse If they don’t have the dresses on display, it seems like they could loan them or bequeath them to your non profit to display in the house. 🤷♀️
@@bethcervenka1813 Maybe someday when we are done with construction and have air conditioning. I haven't had the time to go talk to them to see what else they may have.
I was very tired and I'm sure dehydrated I'm not great about remembering to drink water. I'm glad to have that project over with. I'll save the paint scraping and siding replacement for cooler weather.
You're right. Sometimes I use a hoe but it just felt awkward trying to get the sand over to the far side. I couldn't figure out a good place to stand. I'm just glad it's done.
The funny looking wrench is called a “GEARENCH.” It’s from CLIFTON TEX. The one I found is a “SIZE 10 TITAN VALVE WHEEL WRENCH 1 H N. MEASUREMENTS, APPROX., 10" OVERALL LENTH, 7/8" SMALL WHEEL , 1 1/4" BIG WHEEL.” Hope that’s of some use. Google Lens is pretty handy.
Thanks for the info. It makes sense that this is an automotive tool. I was told that one of the renters in the basement worked on car engines. There was even a large chain embedded in the ceiling to use as a hoist. I love google lense but when I searched it only regular wrenches came up. I know nothing of cars so I would never have figured that out.
It might have been for cars; then too, it could have been used for gas lines(?). Before and during transition to adjustable wrenches, this might have been handy. My father was a cross-country truck driver in the 20s-40s and had to make his own repairs. Too bad he’s not available to ask.
Pedro - zero fear of heights, knees of steel, and a true craftsman. You find the most amazing workmen!
He was so wonderful and careful. Not just in a rush to get done. I'm loving the new roof.
I guess I must not have had my notifications on, so I just saw this. I love that you keep the old pieces and parts that you find! It is so true that they made things so much better and sturdier years ago. I can’t believe how Pedro just doesn’t have any fear of getting up there and getting close to the edge! What a wonderful person, and a wonderful crew you have working for you!
Pedro was wonderful. I am so happy to have this little area water tight. When it's cooler in the fall I can finish up the outside but for now, it's good enough. On to the next project and hopefully getting those windows installed soon.
Even though you don’t feel good, you still keep working.
I've never been one to sit around.
Pedro is a true artisan.
It is a joy to watch someone work with such care and pride in what they do.
Special Thanks to the 2 tradesmen for appearing it helps visualize your explanation of the process. Progress!
Yay for progress! We are slowly moving forward.
Girl I’m so glad you paid attention in school! Hope you are feeling better soon! 😊
I only paid attention to the parts I liked.😉 Do not ask me a history question.
Hi janie, another job ticked of the list, it blows me away, how many projects are on the go, great project management, I'm looking forward to the next video! Cheers, Mike
Hey Mike. Step by step. The weather's getting hot here. Hopefully that means you are getting some nice weather down there!
Absolutely love the junk table 😮
I wish I could find something really cool but I can't tell you how happy I am to have that doorbell!
Do the two long unknown things screw into the last unknown thing... tongs for a fireplace?
I think that's exactly right.
I also wondered the same thing.
The copper looks great on the new roof. I have NO GUESSES on the unknown items!
You and me both!
This man sure knows his job well. Looks like he went above what needed to be done but at least you know it’s done right. Thanks for the videos 😊
He was so careful with everything he did. I was lucky to find his company - and him!
Your body telling you to take a break. Hope you feel better! Roof looks great!
I'm good as new. I'm so excited to have this roof on.
Congrats on your roof getting done, I love the look of the copper! I hope you feel better nothing worse than being sick in the summer time.
The copper is so pretty and new. I'm loving it too. It turns out I wasn't sick. I think it was just a bad allergy day. Outdoor air and I don't get along.
Great science lesson!
I love science.😀
Thanks for another great video. You always get so much done. I'm glad you are getting tours already.
We are trying our best. 18 room scripts to write and record and 8 days to do it in. Ugh....
Love the copper flashing!
It's so shiny.
Glad the roof is finished, yeah! and a science lesson, you're really spoiling us now.
As said below the 3 mystery items married together become a pair of coal tongs they might have been part of a companion set along with a poker, brush and a small ash shovel at one time. I hope you are feeling better.
You nailed it. My brain didn't put those things together because they are made out of different metals. I'm feeling much better, thanks.
I hope your feeling better. It's amazing that you still find a job to do even when you are not feeling well. Always working and being useful. Get some rest. You deserve a short break.🤒
I'm much better, thanks. It was just one of those days where I couldn't tell if I was coming down with something or just normal allergies. Dirty air is not my friend.
That is a valve wheel wrench I worked in a refinery for 45 years had one in my pocket every day
That's fun to know!
They sell a neck tie that you wet and keep it around your neck while you work, or you can wet a small towel and roll it up and drape it across your neck while you work. I have used this method and it works great.
II've seen those but never tried one. It's already so humid here I was worried it wouldn't work but it's worth a try.
I hope your feeling better. I'm sure someone is planting penny's in the garden 😂
great update. 2x👍 t-shirts are a great idea and the design looks great.
Without the drip edge the water has the bonus capillary action and climbs up between the flashing and the wall.
You are right about the capillary action. I should have also explained that the flashing should not be tight up against the facia, even with a drip edge, for that very reason.
@@leaguekempnerhouse you cant remember everything. But you explain the flashing it very well.
They screw into the brass handle with the 2 prongs. It is a log lifter for a fireplace.
Winner!!! I never would have come up with that since they are two very different kinds of metal. My brain just wouldn't go there.
I hope you’re feeling better!
Much better, thank you. I think it was just allergies. We had a couple of days of bad air quality.
I am terrified just watching Pedro working near the edge without any safety gear. I thought you were veeeery adventurous when you climbed out there but his adventures are insane.
Beyond human life concerns, would you have been in trouble with insurance if something happened? I know in Australia they get you to comply with safety by making non-compliance very expensive in fines and insurance premiums if anyone reports it, never mind if something actually happens
Pedro terrified me. The contractor has to provide proof of insurance before starting work. We also carry insurance. It isn't very co.forting, though.
Thanks for the video
🙂
The two threaded metal rods with the onion-shaped flattened ends could very well be a curtain rod. There’s a section missing which they get screwed into. And the brackets to hold them are missing, too.
Good guess. I think the suggestions that these go with the other brass piece to make fireplace tongs may be the right answer. I'm going to test out their theory when I head down this weelk.
Pay attention that Pedro does all this custom fabrication in a clean dress attire and no safety harness. You get what you pay for. We are few at this point.
He did a wonderful job. I loved that he took is time and didn't seem to rush anything just to get finished.
Eeeekk part II of no safety harness. He is an experienced expert in roofing to be that agile.
He's calm as a cucumber. Not me!
Did you leave a space between the drip edge and the fascia? I couldn’t really tell from the video. I had new drip edge installed incorrectly when my roof was redone after a hurricane and it rotted out the fascia and some exposed rafter tails. Not many roofers know to leave a gap about the size of a finger. There’s a really good “this old house” clip that demonstrates the physics in real life and that slower water can run uphill a bit
Good catch. I've watched that same clip. Because of the curve and the cuts that had to be made to get the flashing to form to the curve, it was going to be very difficult to install the flashing with that much of a gap. That was a major consideration in going with the synthetic facia trim instead of wood. I try to share a lot of the detail in the videos but sometimes I don't go fully into all the nitty gritty. There was a lot of discussion and back and forth about how to handle it. Technically, on a historic house, we should only use wood but in this application and with the substantial damage that this area had seen due to water problems, the synthetic, rot proof solution seemed the best way to go. That way, if there is some wicking of water, it can't cause any damage.
I had forgotten that you talked about the rot proof fascia in your application. I think that was very smart and slavishly using only 1895 products wouldn’t be the best idea when that can compromise the life of the building. There’s always a fine line between authenticity and what’s best for the building. From the street it will look just like the original. Everything you’ve done is extremely high standard and looks great so far! I’m just over-zealous about drip edge installation because sometimes a new roof can cause more problems down the road and don’t get me started on flat roofs! Lol keep up the great work
@@ericfutral2651 You and my husband can get together and have a beer and trash talk flat roofs, gutters and drip edges He won't have anything to do with flat roofs. There is a portion of flat roof on the Lucas Apartments and it has been a nightmare. I did coax him down one time to help me enlarge the scupper on that one. I had an internet troll for a while that would always comment that I needed to back off and let the professionals do their job but as you experienced first hand, being in the roofing business, for example, doesn't mean a person is an expert or really knows the finer points. The devil is in the details. The damage caused by the gutter leak in this alcove is going to cost upwards of $60,000 to fix when all is said and done. It would be a shame to not do everything possible to keep the water from damaging it again. Thanks for the vote of conficence.
The 2 threaded rods look like some kind of support, maybe for a fireplace screen? Could have screwed into the screen and those long feet could go into the fireplace. This is TOTALLY a guess.
Several people said coal tongs and I found some online almost identicle. I never would have put the long pieces together with the articulated brass piece since the metals were different but darned if thats not how they were made back in the day.
Thrilled at the progress. Have time to talk today or tomorrow?
I just sent you an email.
Well Done Nice Lady, o7
Thanks, but I just watched. Of course my brain kept telling me - you could do this.
OH NO! Mispelled words in header. Not complaining, just letting you know. Thanks!
Well, I did make a D in spelling in first grade and we were spelling things like cat and dog.😉
Are any of the League and Kempner descendants donating / loaning furniture and or items back to the house?
Nobody's been able to come up with any original furniture or items yet. Both families are on a photo hunt and a few have trickled in which is great. We have discovered that a lot of the League family things may have gone to the Rosenberg library but were never cataloged. We know for sure they have Nellie's and Daisy's wedding dresses.
@@leaguekempnerhouse If they don’t have the dresses on display, it seems like they could loan them or bequeath them to your non profit to display in the house. 🤷♀️
@@bethcervenka1813 Maybe someday when we are done with construction and have air conditioning. I haven't had the time to go talk to them to see what else they may have.
You can tell at the end of the video you were not feeling well. Your hand was shaking pretty badly. 😟
I was very tired and I'm sure dehydrated I'm not great about remembering to drink water. I'm glad to have that project over with. I'll save the paint scraping and siding replacement for cooler weather.
If you used a hoe to PULL that dirt in it would be easier on you than a shovel.
You're right. Sometimes I use a hoe but it just felt awkward trying to get the sand over to the far side. I couldn't figure out a good place to stand. I'm just glad it's done.
Omg!! He's not even wearing a safety harness sitting so close to the edge 🥴🥴 so unsafe!!
It was really stressing me out too!
The funny looking wrench is called a “GEARENCH.” It’s from CLIFTON TEX. The one I found is a “SIZE 10 TITAN VALVE WHEEL WRENCH 1 H N. MEASUREMENTS, APPROX., 10" OVERALL LENTH, 7/8" SMALL WHEEL , 1 1/4" BIG WHEEL.” Hope that’s of some use.
Google Lens is pretty handy.
Thanks for the info. It makes sense that this is an automotive tool. I was told that one of the renters in the basement worked on car engines. There was even a large chain embedded in the ceiling to use as a hoist. I love google lense but when I searched it only regular wrenches came up. I know nothing of cars so I would never have figured that out.
It might have been for cars; then too, it could have been used for gas lines(?). Before and during transition to adjustable wrenches, this might have been handy. My father was a cross-country truck driver in the 20s-40s and had to make his own repairs. Too bad he’s not available to ask.