FIXING A BIG PROBLEM The LEAKING FLAT ROOF / Glamping update

This roof has been a challenge. To get this far and still discover a leak was disheartening. Hopefully now it will be resolved and the water barrier membrane will do the job.
Sometimes the simple looking jobs can be the hardest yet this will be satisfying when it works.
Thanks for watching and all your support.
#renovation
#roof
#diy

[@MarianneInmarsilia]

I feel sorry you’ve had to deal with the aggravation of all this unfinished business. Great you have taken it in stride…..serves no purpose to stew. Now is the time to focus on the positive and not let circumstances suck the joy from the possibilities of your soon to be amazing home on your gorgeous land. You’ve got that figured out, and you are skillful and hardworking . I will enjoy watching your continued progress !

[@GodsloveJesushugs]

Wonderfully said.

[@petercarbutt3706]

Well put Very true

[@lynnedelacy2841]

Couldn’t agree more

[@BikeJackass]

I agree with this philosophy, don’t stress about the things you can’t control

[@DiggingNorway]

What I particularly like with this channel and your projects is that you actually get the job done and finish what you set out to do, regardless of how tedious and large the tasks are. Superb execution, always.

[@jcr_jcr]

You are a 100 percent star. Magnificient work getting that roof re-proofed. I admire your persistence and perfection.

[@stephendavison6254]

From an obviously angry man to a focused and determined man who is now plainly enjoying his work. Go for it Andy. And when the roof is fixed don’t forget some Andy Time. Enjoy yourself and leave the anger behind, which I am sure you can and will. All the best, Steve

[@hilda4114]

Wow. What a huge job!!! Congratulations for completing a 2man job in 1 week. Now you definitely know it won't leak. Happy you caught this before completing the interior. Its was a pain but a major blessing. Enjoy your week and the summer weather.

[@krisgosdismoyer1734]

Your videos are the absolute antidote to tv home repair shows. Every single one is inspiring in the best ways.

[@sdfilyer]

Looks great well done. I am feeling disgusted (for you) that the contractor left all of this to you to do the work and pay the bills for his mistakes. You are truely a man of many gifts and abilities.

[@supergarbonzo4843]

Man I'm glad you didn't get rid of the house the scenery is so beautiful and it's a real Joy just to take this journey with you it's going to be beautiful I seen your work on the village house you and James and Christina did a beautiful job so I know you're going to do a beautiful job on your own home and I don't mind you taking as much time as you want because it's not the destination it's the ride getting there and I think all your viewers will enjoy that I know I do anyway my best to you and yours God bless😊

[@karigo-i1x]

All the wildflowers are really beautiful!

[@coffeecupcraftswithkelly2826]

Nature’s canvas of wildflowers is absolutely gorgeous!

[@Anita-n7c7n]

Great to see you again Andy. The roof terrace is starting to come together and you are doing a fantastic job. Well done. 👍👍

[@jcr_jcr]

PS you and your dogs are a joy to watch.

[@annar6430]

Will and Chris are Majestic looking dogs ❤🐕🐕

[@paulevans-u2o]

have to say it andrew your a demon on the trowel great job you make it look easy .your a positive person and you,ve bounced back from the problem the builders left you. You know what they say you cant put a good man down and your a perfect example of that well done

[@philipduffy7497]

Well done Andy, Mr. Positive returned. A mammoth job , let's hold 👍

[@slowly_radish8374]

Kept wishing I could hand you a leaf blower... Take care. 👍👍

[@traceymcknight2843]

It's a shame people are so unreliable. Well done on a fantastic job, Andrew. Stay happy and enjoy life x

[@farahsali1]

I too feel very sad that your contractor left the roof leaking. It's so frustrating when they do things like that.

[@barbaranielsen2888]

Andy! You are "The Man"! Taking negative energy and turning it into positive energy!

[@dalefriday5496]

I truly wish you well with this new product layer on the roof. It really is hard to push ahead, and be forced to re-do someone else's job when they should be the ones re-doing it. I understand, however, that you have made the right choice to put it behind you and do it right yourself. You're setting a good example for all DIY-ers who may find themselves in a similar situation. I hope the weather cooperates and allows you to get this done as soon as you can!

[@moiragoldsmith7052]

I bet the roof is sound now. Well done Andrew. 🥳👏👏👍💞

[@sew4funoz]

Hi Andy, nice cinematography and video editing this week. It made what could have been a boring video very entertaining. This must have been a lot of extra effort on top of sealing the roof but appreciated. Nice job with the roof.

[@janetkennedy5940]

Well done Andrew. What a lot of work, that's a big roof. Your skills are amazing - you seem to be able to master every task. You got your mind set and just look at the result. Hope your back survived - we were worried for you. Love watching the dogs, they have a great life with you. Looking forward to the next vlog.

[@LMStevens]

I am watching all of your hard work and thinking that I might do things a bit differently and go to plan B. . By the third or fourth time of roof leaking, I would be putting me a roof over the roof/ terrace. It would still be a nice place to be outside in the fresh air but it would not rain on this pesky roof. It would make a super party covered terrace with grill, pizza oven, party lights, and anything else. An outdoor kitchen maybe for too hot to cook inside days. That’s what you do. You make us dream about this place. lol!

[@MariDorot]

Definitely not an easy job. Fingers crossed the testing goes well. You've done a fantastic job so far I think. Stay positive and this whole roof saga will be all behind you soon. And congrats on the glamping news :-)

[@victoriariviere9503]

Andy ,having had the exact same problem,make the evacuation hole really big so that the leaves can pass through and not block the hole and cause a water backup.

[@robrichards6219]

Good on you Andrew. Never daunted, always moving forward.

[@bobdixon4474]

If you get the glamping thing going, we're going to have to come to Portugal! Thanks for everything and keep ignoring the "nattering nabobs of negativism" when they surface!

[@CosmicGorilla]

This IS Real Algarve Living! Silence, sheep, snoozing dogs & bird-song, heavenly just heavenly. You are creating peace to live in - well done!

[@annar6430]

❤Andy...just keep us all going forward. I once thought I would write a book ' The Reality of Fantasy ' Or What I wished, is not what I got. As I sit here in my now wonderful Jamaican Villa...this 14yr journey has been bloody hard ...... Paradise With Prickles on It. 🇯🇲

[@Spirit0f]

Doing roofing work while wearing flip flops? Sir, you are living the life!

[@starkmad5351]

Fortunately it's a flat roof 😂

[@jovickers5313]

Good job you had heavy rain before tiling the roof and doing indoor work so you saw the roof leaked. Although it's given you work to do you weren't expecting at least it's been nipped in the bud. Hats off to you Andrew for simply getting on with the job at hand. You are an inspiration

[@adbc8213]

It definitely didn't look easy! You are one hardworking man Andy.... very impressed with what you are accomplishing AND your dogs love you !!😊

[@allanb9360]

Good Gawd, Andrew I think part of the reason I watch this is because of your focussed discipline. The roof repair looks like it’s gonna work for you. And, you have a roof. Good work.👍👍

[@jayneward6649]

Wow, well done Andy on all your hard work getting your roof water tight, love your dogs 🐕🐕 can't wait to see your next video , take care ❤❤❤❤

[@TheZsuZsa123]

Another great video. I feel invested ,as a viewer, in your channel. It is a bonus that your dogs are involved and living their best lives too. Looking forward to the tile installation on your roof top veranda.

[@colinbrooks6290]

Andy…. Epic task mate…. Think you’ve solved the leak… kick back and enjoy your weekend mate⚒️🔨🔨🍺🔥👍🫵🏻

[@hvanderp578]

Your lovely boys have a great life there with you, sleeping on the warm roof, cooling off in the pond. Us people will do the work😂good luck Andy🙏🙌

[@danielrussell5032]

Your videos are very inspirational. A constant reminder to have patience and take things slow. Thanks for sharing your building journey

[@jasonwilson7998]

Man! Absolutely, love your channel! It would NOT hurt my feelings if they were a bit longer! Excellent job!

[@suz-annemoss6500]

I so hope that the roof’s waterproofing barrier that you applied works - no more leaks! I am looking forward to see the tiles you will add to the roof top deck. You do amazing work Andy, thanks for the video.

[@mdevine08]

Hi Andy, just brilliant attention to detail and commitment - well done. As a long time viewer, I still find it a privilege to watch your endeavours. Best wishes from Brisbane, Australia

[@ianevans4980]

As a painter and decorator a few years ago we painted a few lidos (paddling pools) for the local council and we used chlorinated rubber rolled onto bare concrete in a lovely shade of blue. Seem to remember painting the foot Wells in my old XR3I escort with it aswell to seal them 😉

[@Mingbaakmei]

The actual quality of the videos has improved greatly with your new camera and editing. A joy to watch and share your journey with you.

[@pb973]

Bravo, Andy. 😊

[@brianohlinger8643]

You might want to consider doing the same steps up and over the top on the inside of the parapet. It is an area often overlooked, and with the amount of work and destruction done on the parapet it could easily create a path for water intrusion to run down the side and under the roof membrane. Not necessary to do the outside of the parapet.

[@christinechin1909]

Loved the zippy mowing, like busy little (big) bee 🐝 😅

[@bryansarty3821]

I was just thinking, "What about the box?" ... and then you cut to it. There is hope and I believe that it's on your side. Excellent job!

[@paulman2270]

I admire your tenicity and will power. Keep it up.

[@filipar949]

My latest mantra: Keep calm and carry on like Andrew 💪🏼

[@bdickson2413]

What a massive amount of work. Good on you for having such a “can do” attitude and work ethic. All the best.

[@deniereynolds6119]

Clean up always gives me a new perspective. The dogs look so happy. It’s going to be great 😊

[@letsparadise]

Great job again. I wish you all the luck for the coming week. Blessings!

[@CynthiaEvans-i2f]

It's a shame you had to repair the roof yourself, but at least now you know it's done correctly.❤

[@davidallen7745]

Great work Andy 🫶

[@Mandy_wv8st1cb2k]

Good to see you back in action Andy. Roof looks great. Fingers crossed 🤞

[@42apprentice]

Looks like you’ve done a great job, I hope you can get the tiles down and know that that is the issue solved. The property is looking beautiful just now with the meadows blooming.

[@casaMariaPT]

What fun Andrew, with the noise of the sped up footage it took me right back to my scalextric days

[@kimgreen9342]

Woo hoo 🎉 What a relief to have that roof done fingers crossed for the water test but the cardboard box test is very promising. So glad you didn’t have to remove the previous product that the workers laid down. I love the bird songs that you catch on the video. I wonder what they are. The meadow flowers are so pretty right now. I’m interested to hear more about your glamping idea. Gorgeous spot you have there Andrew! What a spectacular coast.

[@DonAntoniodetucum]

Lots of patience, lots of hardwork and of course, lots of money. Great job.

[@DeirdreHickey-nx8nt]

I cannot believe that you are back to fixing the roof. My God Andrew, I could cry for you. Bless your patience and perseverance In getting it done. I know it can’t have been easy. Take it easy now for a few days, give your hands a chance to heal and look after your back. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼❤️❤️❤️

[@chrissywright4671]

I thought the exact same.

[@ZemonaCoffees]

Happy to see you, "complete the square". You will be successful.

[@Suelynngrr]

You have such absolute commitment to any task at hand, it's inspiring!

[@JohnnyMotel99]

I thought you said you would have to strip the old product back before any new product? Anyways, good job there, well impressed. I guess one could use a waterproof grout for the tiles as a bit of extra protection.

[@davecleggett9371]

Thank you Andrew, another terrific episode in your refurbishment process. And what an achievement, finishing the waterproofing of the roof - to your exacting standards! Helluva good job, you've got to be proud of that!

[@Tuscanyflower68]

You are truly admirable‼️ You are a perfectionist and your results are top quality‼️😍👍🏻

[@sandymccrone5676]

For what it’s worth, I really suffered along with you in this episode Andrew. Well done man. Now how about a selfie of you actually lying in your hammock?

[@acurtis1735]

Working at night, great idea❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@AbigailGerlach-zt1sh]

I'm sorry your roofers let you down. I can't think of anything more disheartening. The good news is I've seen your work on the house you did with your brother (?) and quality will never be an issue. You will never settle for half-assed work. (forgive the expression) 30°C is not ideal. When it gets that warm at my house an afternoon siesta is a sure thing. Frankly, I can't stay awake! Lol. I probably won't be buying a summer home in Portugal! Look after your back! Great views of the coast. I sometimes wish I was closer to an ocean. Ah well, if wishes were horses, beggars would ride! That's an old expression! Blessed Be!

[@mariadange06]

Well done Andy 👏👏

[@nancyf18]

I'm glad to see your roof is coming together nicely, God bless you , God bless your Family. See you on the next video.

[@gerrypender]

Well done on putting the wrongs to right. More power to your elbow. Onwards and upwards 👍💪❤️

[@BLAZERSEAMS]

A long and tedious job but nicely done old bean. Well done....

[@lyndaabbott7608]

You really are an inspiration, Andy. It's so easy to feel overwhelmed when things go wrong (like after all that time, cost, and effort spent to have your contractors work on the roof and then having it leak!) Most of us have experienced that kind of setback, in one way or another. But not you, Andy! When you're knocked down, you just seem to pick yourself up, dust yourself off and then you go figure out how to solve the problem! Thank you for your videos.They make me feel as if I can find a way to be more competent (like you clearly are) when I see how well you handle the various problems that arise! Keep up the good work. Wishing you all the best in your continuing endeavors. Thanks for how you cheer me up with your positive attitude and "can do" approach. Your house is going to be great, and may it bring you great comfort and joy.

[@susanjennings4113]

Huge job Andrew but looks good so far, can’t wait to see it when the tiling is done. Thanks for sharing the vision of the stops on your ride, nothing like a sea breeze and view to blow away the cobwebs ❤️

[@annar6430]

Your coastline is stunning Andy. Roof is looking good👍🙏🤞

[@wiersema120]

Seems like a lot of painstaking work, but very nice to watch every week. Looking forward to the next episode. Thank you for letting us take a look at the process of creating a beautiful home.

[@CantinhodasInspirações]

Gorgeous rooftop...I m team Alex..im sure you will have this rooftop watertight 💪

[@gillianroberts2567]

Aww Andy I just loved your wild flowers, so pretty 💕, you’ve worked so hard this week let’s just hope the product you used is up to the job 🤞, look forward to next weeks instalment , have a good week 🌻😊

[@darylpike8547]

You've done a cracking job with the roof Andy, brilliant well done 👏

[@stermindelves4251]

Basically the hard work and attention to detail that your builders should have given. Well done you. A pity that some builders give good ones a bad name 🙁. With good wishes from Somerset England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿.

[@Roberto-b1g]

Happy you can resolve it yourself 😊. The landscape looks nice at the time

[@dawnesurley118]

great job on your roof Andrew !!! sooo much work but you always soldier on !!! keep the videos coming

[@brooksy1217]

Can really see a seriousness in you now. Almost like you’re pissed off, don’t blame you! It’ll all turn out good. 👍🏼👍🏼

[@zt6412]

In Israel there are bituminous sheets for sealing roofs. The tarpaulins are made of tar with a mesh and a thermal coating from the kamesh that reduces heat transfer to the roof of the house. The sheets are applied by soldering with a gas burner. Such a sheet lasts at least 15 years and even more. A layer of light concrete can be made on the sheet and you will have complete silence from long-term leaks.

[@JadjaVanParghove444111]

You left Max Verstappe behind while mowing! 😂🏎️🚜🏎️ Winning 🏆😂 Great job done Andy🙏 Have a fantastic Weekend❤

[@michelef9166]

Hi Andy, Howdy from California. Your channel showed up as a viewing suggestion on my account 6 months ago when you released the 2-part village house renovation project. I loved those vlogs, so much, that I went back to your vlog #1 and started at the beginning. Fast forward 6 months later and I've finally caught up. The village house turned out so great and I'm so looking forward to your renovations on your plot of land. The relationships you have with Will and Chris are so loving and it's a joy to watch you with them. Looking forward to viewing when the vlogs are actually released. Michele

[@SylviaWhite-w7p]

Glad you’ve got the roof started must be a relief

[@GrayWolfe-34]

Andrew, I've been in your shoes before and I don't know how you do it. You are correct about one thing you're can stay mad and pissed off you go nowhere fast except being mad and pissed off. Sometimes when you want a job done correctly, unfortunately you gotta do it yourself. That's what it looks like you're doing, moving forward in life, good job mate! Keep up the hard work and I'll keep smashing that like button and watching your content.

[@lillirod]

Love your determination and can do attitude to push through any challenge and trust the box text will work out to end the leaks in your roof. Yes, those dry leaves are a constant pain! Have a great and restful week end!

[@maeveskelly4686]

Great job Andrew- it’ll be worth the blisters!

[@SwimCoach8]

First....The roof system looks great. I had to laugh when you were worried about having enough mix. I manage to convince myself a little thicker is better and wind up with three or four extra bags. Then...Because I'm worried about coverage, I forget to include overlap in the mesh and wind up three feet short on the final application. Thanks for all your time.

[@mlife952]

🎉 Great work Andrew 🎉

[@melniee2551]

You're taking it pretty well that your contractors left you in the lurch. I guess there is nothing else you can do but get on with it, but argghhhh. Your energy and outlook are inspiring!

[@ourfloridagarden4191]

Way to persevere Andrew.

[@jillybean9262]

Sitting with a cuppa thinking I’d love a shot of cutting the grass with the tractor 😊 Great watching your progress ❤️

[@roycarter6235]

I don't have time for people who spit the dummy..........I have plenty of time for you. Your obstinate persistence has me cheering you on.

[@gaynor3976]

Aww Andy you're so methodical and a perfectionist in all you do. It's a shame you've had to spend time doing that but it's done now and looks really good. Beautiful scenery out on your bike rides...no wonder you love living there. Have a good week xx

[@kindness5130]

Looking good. Progress and moving forward. Blessings.

[@AnitaBotbyl]

You need a nice BIG workshop/shed😜

[@aib0160]

I'd recommend you get a cordless leaf blower as it would clear your roof in minutes. I've not sept the garage since I've had it as the leaf blower will clean that out in seconds.