#25 Renovating a house in Portugal: Repairing a Roof and Decorating for Summer Guests!

[@michaelboalch]

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[@heatherarthur6232]

Real Algarve on uTube has successfully fixed his roof.❤

[@cookysmith5215]

Suggestion for barrels: collect rain water for garden, veggie garden. Possibly connect to drip irrigation system. Real Algarve Living is good suggestion for flat roof water proofing. Very good luck to you two and thank you for your videos. 🌻

[@michaelboalch]

A few people have recommended that, seems like the best option moving forward! Thank you

[@lilivice5276]

me alegra que conserves el carácter de la vivienda de Portugal y no como otros que cambian todo

[@KayConnell-l9l]

Could you use the barrels to collect rain water when weather turns to rain..

[@michaelboalch]

Yes, I think thats a good idea. Need to figure out if theres a way to stop mosquitos breeding in the standing water

[@willr69420]

I came I watched I subscribed. Thanks for posting you've got interesting content. On another subject you kind of need a proper shovel with a normal length handle. All of your bending over to move dirt makes MY back hurt, lol!

[@michaelboalch]

Thanks Will, I would never have thought a longer shovel would help!

[@deborahrowe1909]

as always i enjoy watching you make progress in your projects michael

[@michaelboalch]

Thank you Deborah for sticking with me!

[@nelleg152]

You have done a lot of progress well done ❤

[@michaelboalch]

Thank you, never feels like enough when I look back on it though!

[@kevinnye5132]

One tip Michael when emptying a Vac filter bag always make sure wind is behind you 😁. Not sure what to do with blue barrels ? But would hate to throw them away. On outside stairs have you thought about where or if fitting handrails ? . I built a single bed frame out of timber 30 years ago intended as a stop gap until I had more cash 🤔 it’s still in spare room and used few times a year 😂, good progress Michael and Ofc always hard work clearing and digging , take care see ya next time 👌🏻.

[@michaelboalch]

Yes, makes sense! I'm sure we will think of something for the barrels, if it's still going 30 years later it must be good!

[@kevinnye5132]

@@michaelboalch Well Michael I don’t like to BOAST 😂 but yes it was good frame 😁👌🏻

[@earthmotherwithin]

If you are sure that the barrels have only held human-friendly things (eg not chemicals) you could cut them in half and grow plants in them. Great for wicking beds

[@michaelboalch]

I think they were mainly used for wine production. Planters could be a good idea thanks!

[@NataliaSigauskiene]

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[@michaelboalch]

Thanks!

[@luisagarcia3961]

Bom dia Parabéns pelo seu desempenho um grande abraço para vocês ❤❤

[@michaelboalch]

Obrigado Luisa!

[@stan525]

if i may suggest that you consider starting stairs at the front wall of the building, then you will have a longer top walk (roof)to the entry at the roof deck. The result is a larger storage area below. I hope this makes sense. also Soil/Debris Management take the time to haul the soil off as you dig to a low area or stockpile area. so you don't have to move it twice. good content I like the bedroom and think that your making steady progress . keep up the good work

[@michaelboalch]

Good point stan, moving the location at this stage would be more work and I want to keep the yard area clear for cars and access in the future. Glad to have you aboard, thanks!

[@stan525]

@@michaelboalch i meant to say move the stairs forward they will still run the same direction. so far a great ride ;)

[@Francis-kw9ui]

Need double mattress, or support so bed height is higher

[@nimuehmoon872]

...Michael...buy a long handled shovel....🤯😱👍❤

[@michaelboalch]

Will that make it easier!? If so definately!

[@applefairy2154]

$85 per each sheet of wood times 10 that I see in back of your car. In Sydney Australia It’s crazy right and if it was longer than it’s more money Bye mate love watching u guys you are so calm and a doer.

[@michaelboalch]

Thanks, wow that's expensive! More videos to come

[@lilivice5276]

o podrías comercializarlos.. se venden muy bien esos barriles

[@heatherlaird-mcleod3271]

My only comment would be to try and work on one project at a time. I have concerns that the roof of the out houses will require a different type of water prooping applied. There are sealed rubber membranes that can be glued into place. Then covered with metal or would products, depending on your long term plans for the roof area. All the best.

[@michaelboalch]

I prefer to have several jobs on the go at once, it allows me to reflect on what I am doing and not rush it. I see how it might come across as a bit of a disjointed process! Thanks!

[@cuocsonglangnoigogang]

Renovating a house in Portugal by repairing the roof and decorating for summer guests is a fantastic achievement that showcases your dedication and eye for detail! Your commitment to transforming the space and preparing it for visitors reflects both your hard work and your warm hospitality. It’s inspiring to see how you blend functionality with aesthetics to create a welcoming and beautiful home. And I am Floating Village Life, Hit follow and let's explore together!

[@michaelboalch]

Wonderful

[@AdrienneLouw-hl3fg]

Watch Real Algarve Living to see how he solved the problem of his leaking flat concrete roof

[@michaelboalch]

Will do!

[@hidoito5866]

​@@michaelboalchhe had the same problem, it rly may help you.

[@istvancsaszar9566]

👍👍👍

[@michaelboalch]

Cheers! 👍

[@csilviageo]

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[@michaelboalch]

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[@Reet64]

Rain barrel?

[@michaelboalch]

Seems like a good idea, even if just a temporary solution!

[@kevinnye5132]

@@Reet64 Rain barrels ? Too obvious 😁, I was thinking 3 metre length of nice timber and 3 barrels and you got an instant BAR for those impromptu PARTIES 🎉

[@ellentaylor4351]

A hard job renovating very old buildings.👀

[@michaelboalch]

Hard, but rewarding in my opinion!

[@Kayla-ib1ln]

Is that a cassava root that you dug up? I think that is a large cassava plant next to your dig site (look it up). They are edible.

[@michaelboalch]

Could be! I'll investigate thanks

[@jennichristie5264]

Cld u hire a small back hoe for half day to dig out French drain beside the wall to avoid any ingress issues? I believe they can come with an appropriate width bucket. Might be easier long term on the damp issues to stop them from the outside?? But just my opinion. Not really experienced in these matters apart from watching several KZbinrs deal with same. Good luck. Cld paint the buckets and use as planters if cleaned out of any chemicals.

[@michaelboalch]

It might come to that, I'm looking for someone local that can come with their digger!

[@claudioboaretto]

Seu teto rachou porque não foi feito no mesmo dia . Lajes não tem emenda de um dia pro outro. Pra solucionar o vazamento use uma manta asfáltica e aplique com um maçarico ou tocha de fogo .

[@lfuentes4098]

Wood is very expensive here where I live in CA, USA. I probably would’ve just bought a metal bed frame at second hand store or something. The wood bed is nice but I think too big for the space. I’m not sure why it needed to be fixed to the wall. I like to be able to move my bed around to clean underneath. Sorry, just my thoughts. A wood headboard will be very nice once stained or oiled. What type of wood is it your working with? There’s a channel I watch called, Raising Voyagers. They’re working on a old stone house in Italy. They made a concrete staircase to a terrace as well. Even though they had help I saw another KZbinr do the same all on her own. You might to watch and see if it’s something feasible for you as well. The other channel is Martina’s Life. You know have some time to see which is the best way since you need to plan the plumbing as well. I wish you luck on your projects. I’ll be here continuing to watch your progress.😊

[@michaelboalch]

Thanks for the comment, you make some really good points! I think I'll leave some of the bed slats loose so I can remove them to vacuum under the bed. The wood is pine. I'll check out the other channels!

[@lilivice5276]

sirven ,,,esos barriles... para composteroas..

[@michaelboalch]

boa ideia

[@lisx1070]

Lol We all know there will not be more next week But thank you for sharing this

[@michaelboalch]

Challenge accepted!

[@kevinnye5132]

@@lisx1070 Thats quite mean lol 😂, it’s Portugal 🇵🇹, different WEEK ZONE 😁 1 UK 🇬🇧 week is equivalent to 3 Portugal weeks , it’s just way it is 😂.

[@lilivice5276]

le hecen unos orificios para drenar y ya tienen abono para tus plantas

[@lfuentes4098]

I thought you just had contractors out to put that new slab of concrete on? Didn’t they stand by their work?

[@johncooper5293]

It was the membrane used not the contractor. Possible too hot to use and it cracked. Michael discussed the issue with the manufacturer and gave him a solution.

[@lfuentes4098]

@@johncooper5293 oh I see. Thank you. Still very unfortunate after all that work.

[@Kayla-ib1ln]

Give the barrels away or sell them if you don’t have a use for them.

[@michaelboalch]

It might come to that yes

[@mikeduda3173]

So sorry. You've had so much trouble with your roof. I hope you're able to get a little bit of money back from what you paid to those guys

[@michaelboalch]

It's all part of the renovation process! The guys were acting under my instructions, so I don't hold them responsible for the cracks. In fact I'll be hiring them again at some point.