Pt 10. the safes were found! Searching the attic. Almost done!

[@sheebawolfley7143]

You're getting REALLY good at sorting, unwrapping, bagging, opening stuff, etc. With one hand. 👏

[@LindaASJ]

I can’t even imagine the number of people you gave Christmas to. I itch the way the economy is, all the items you donated will give a lot of folks an opportunity to buy items at a discounted price.

[@historybuff7491]

The unopen 8 tracks reminded me of the gifts my grandmother would have stored in a cabinet for those last minute guests that might be invited for various reasons. She would have 5 or 6 things, and if they were not needed, they were put back in the cabinet for next year. I know every few years, she would donate those and buy another load of generic gifts.

[@lynnestamey7272]

Your grandmother sounds like a really good woman. My maternal grandmother was like, but she passed away when I was 4, 1958. On the other hand, my paternal grandmother was a total witch. Really mean. You are blessed to have such good memories of her.

[@buckeyedav1]

Alot of us ladies still do that gift box each year for Christmas. I have one going year to year as I find things I think the person would like and usually on sale bad thing is some years I forget to take everything out lol. I have a warm fuzzy blanket in there now for a young friend who likes to cuddle with her 4 year old son and watch movies. Makes it so much easier at Christmas less stress less grabbing something last minute. Anna In Ohio

[@louisep4805]

Your Grandmother sounds so caring and thoughtful 🙏

[@marjoriejohnson4559]

I do that same thing with picture frames and candle sets. 8 track tapes seems less generic though. 🙂 (Never give a ouija board as a random last minute gift.)😂

[@aliemonique6489]

Your grandma could adult in a way I can only dream of achieving! I can’t even do Christmas cards. Very cool memory.

[@joycecole2366]

You 2 have done an excellent job so far !!! 👏 You are a person after my own heart ❤️. I was raised by a perfectionist, so I come by it honestly. Y'all are great examples to all of us.

[@Crystalphyre]

I'm so glad this was just collections of stuff and not filth. Good job and prayers for succesful auctions! 👵💞🙏

[@gkopij]

The hat goes off for you and Patrick, incredible amount of work.

[@wildaltarose]

You two are incredible! That was a huge project, and you must have set a record in clearing out a hoard. Well done!!

[@helenthefammember9275]

WOW, Alex and Patrick, you have done a prenominal job clearing that house! Big Thumbs up!

[@mmberry1231]

Love Patrick’s new haircut. You guys are doing such a great job on this house. So nice to see that you care about the condition of the home you are leaving for a new family.

[@librarynan4610]

Whoever will be handling the sell of the house will be delighted that you have emptied the it so quickly. Y’all need to take that Kirby with you for the next house; what a workhorse!

[@yarnmoods]

It’s a lovely house that now can be used for growing another family as it was intended. I’m amazed that there was very little filth and damage despite the amount of hoard. You both did a great job that can feel impossible.

[@veronicapace7198]

On the first day I would have run screaming out of that house, You are astounding dear sir. lol

[@yblasini9935]

I am exhausted just watching 🛌 You two deserve a standing ovation. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@adalavin8648]

I'm always blown away by how quickly you clean these hoarded homes up. Plus the wonderful positive outlook you bring . I hate seeing Patrick feeling so sick. Feed him some chicken soup! I'm really impressed by that old Kirby. They're great work horses. Long ago and far away I had a roommate that had a Kirby and it was a great vacuum. Even had the shampoo attachment. Can't bet those things. Looking to the final results from this to see how you make out.

[@dmbalsam]

We had a Kirby for years. It was great! Had to replace as I got older because it was too heavy to carry up and down stairs.

[@adalavin8648]

They're definitely not light weights that's for sure. They're built to last.

[@palucas]

I hope Alex will let us know where he found the good stuff like the safes and the money. I'm so glad you found them Alex because with all your hard work you deserve to get a bonus at the end of this adventure. I felt bad for you and Patrick working so hard but at the same time enjoying the videos so much. 🥰❤

[@sandyoicles2736]

Wow! We all missed your hoarded house 🏠 episodes. What an incredible amount of work, but you and Patrick were a super team. I can’t wait to see the safe episode. ❤

[@emilie1848]

I was hoping he would show us where he found the safes too!

[@bittenrevell3977]

You remind me off a modern Canadian version of the American father on "Leave It To Beaver". Refreshing, deceent. With much of the population with too much material items, unused, neglected, discarded due to commercialism overdone.....you have a lot g lasting career. And very needed. Good on ya!! 👍

[@hillarygroundwell2807]

I think you should keep the vacuum for any other clearance houses you need it for as it has done a good job.I cant believe how quick you have cleared that house.well done both of you

[@kimberlymorris2998]

Kirby vacs have s universal belt that hasn't changed over the years. Most vaccuum shops carry them. Change the belt every few monthes... will last forever..was impressed at how well it did considering how old it was.

[@kendallsmith1458]

I think it's due for a fresh bag!

[@joycefields3166]

Kirby is a great brand vacuum

[@judithvigorito4548]

Alex - it’s amazing what you do with your left hand while holding the camera. Patrick - you’re a gem. Love this series. ❤️

[@sitafinel]

I mean, yes it is impressive all the things he do one handed, but I'm positive he is a lefty.

[@judithvigorito4548]

@@sitafinel never thought of that! 👍

[@spiderfireentmt]

I just want to thank you for providing such clean and wholesome entertainment that is exciting to follow and watch as you go on your adventures finding trinkets of treasure sorting through items to find the real deal your friends and family are such a positive and friendly bonus to all of your videos. And to see you classify through all of that hoard and finding homes for most of it to charity and filtering out The Unwanted to the dumpster with recycling in mind is impressive. Keep doing what makes you happy and may all good things continue to happen for you and your family. JT

[@nyclady27]

Amen.

[@cherylhaliski5714]

Can't believe you two cleaned that house out in 8 1/2 days. That is incredible.

[@susanhollis2873]

Patrick should be in a Kirby commercial!! Those old machines never die!

[@dc-cf38]

Another amazing transformation I’m so pleased you found the safes you deserve to double your investment with all the work you and Patrick have put in 👍🏻

[@rahla53]

He probably was not discouraged while cleaning, because he had already found those!! Hopefully there is something good in them!

[@Pauldjreadman]

That's what the auctions are for :)

[@Pauldjreadman]

A lot of furniture.

[@ameelecoq8801]

So great to see the big job almost finished! What a Herculean effort. Please consider doing a live feed or a video of the big sort on the China sets. It would give us a chance to see Melissa and one or more of the kids also! I just think that would be a lot of fun, and would probably help the China sell better also. :-)

[@nyclady27]

I agree. That's if they wanna be a part of Alexander's Ragtime Band of laborers. Amazing work! What a beautiful house that is, though not into what's "in" retro now, but for the time well built and loved! I have so many thoughts rushing out of my head about this show and it's amazing the most precious gift of all, is in watching someone discarding trash in what was once a a home with many secrets and buried treasures. Thank goodness Alexander knows his shite! I could suggest a few ideas to make extra dollars while taping the show, and be giving back, as well. 👍

[@lazyahss8498]

Oohhhh dontcha know that was quite the teaser! Looking forward to the next episode 🇨🇦

[@Msviolet65]

Patrick you are looking mighty dapper with that new haircut!! Wonderful finds!!

[@crystalwaters7081]

Too bad you couldn’t have set some of the furniture out on the curb, if that is allowed there. Some cities in the US allow it, but people that need it or want to fix and resale it come along and pick it all up! Would have saved you some hauling and money…I am shocked at how fast you two did this job! It’s amazing! Can’t wait for the Auction! 😊❤🎉👍

[@ruthkendall5486]

Noooooo‼️. I can’t handle the wait‼️‼️‼️🙀🙀🙀🙀. I wanna see NOW‼️‼️‼️‼️😂😂😂😂😂

[@madwithaloha5966]

Preditor in the window reminded me of Pickle Rick in the Potter’s window!

[@Boots616]

Love your content. So excited to see what was in the attic. Nothing. I'm glad for you all😂👍❤️🕊🇨🇦

[@RedKittieKat]

I am blown away with how fast you two work. What an amazing effort. I'm glad you were able to find some real goodies too! Can't wait to see 😉

[@coffeefortwosolly]

👏🏻👏🏻❤️❤️ have to admit was relived the attic was empty too…this house was full enough! 🤗🙋🏻‍♀️🇬🇧💕jane

[@kathymclaughlin3327]

Have loved watching,

[@kerrylynnparsons9441]

Hardworking team!!! Kudos!!! 😁❤️🎶👏👍🇨🇦

[@tolowreading6807]

Wow! Beginning to see a very nice house emerge from the morass. Good job!

[@marystrenke3050]

You and Patrick did an incredible job. Excellent. Also, The family and Kastners

[@kansaikennels]

did not want you in the red on this project...great finds!!....and hopefully profits!

[@gregsmith9299]

Wow awesome job ,enjoyed watching.

[@nyclady27]

First off, Alex, thank you for the respect you show these lovely home owners and their quirks. Somewhere down the not too far road someone will be going through my stuff and I hope they are as caring and kind as you and your family, and your helpers, and your audience have been with these types of clean outs. 😊 Does anyone think these home owners were or part of, or connected with The Winchesters of California estate and the infamous rifle/guns? They have to have money not to want to hunt for treasures as my sisters and I did at our mom's apartment. Bittersweet 😔 Thanks again for caring so much. Alex, and I hope you, yoir family. and friends never get caught up in all the YT dramas. There's gotta be a gun in that chest! Oh, safe! 😊👍👏🏼☮

[@debrablanson2288]

Love how that kirby just working and doing it’s stuff but probably so heavy to push around .

[@circlethewagons]

Another great video, thanks !

[@VickieV1333]

That sunrise was spectacular!

[@shelleynobleart]

So relieved you got The Goods!! Can't wait for the live(s) Bless you for sorting and clearing the home for the first time in many years. Shocked the attic wasn't jam-packed full of everything!

[@jrand2631]

Me to, but it was probably too difficult to put stuff up there for an elderly couple.

[@rahla53]

By the time the house was full, they were probably too old to go up there, :>(

[@lparky4409]

Perhaps they moved it down before, we helped some elderly relatives to clear their attics and store stuff downstairs.

[@leechburglights]

15:50 I just bought a home like this! So excited, which is one of the reasons I enjoyed watching this series. It's been inspiring to see you clean up that place because it's similar to mine. I grew up in a home build int 1895 with a stone foundation. It's still in our family and where my 2 sisters live, with my mom, until she passed in March 😢 I've lived in the second floor apartment of my duplex for the past 18 years, which was built in 1870. I spent 3 times the price of my current place, on a home very similar to the one you're standing in. My old duplex was very inexpensive (took $40k in repairs to move in) back in 2004. I haven't moved to the new place yet since it's my busy-season and I work from home. I spent the past 2 months having all the original hardwood floor refinished, installed a new electrical service panel inside and out, removed the old 70s paneling, and repaired and painted all the swirled plaster walls. Finally I need to finish replacing the living room, dining room, and hall with baseboard. Watching this series with you this past 2 weeks has reminded me of all the work that needed done. It stunk from 50 years of smoking. There were cables and telephone wires everywhere. But the saving grace is, it had never been updated or remodeled. The basement is unfinished, perfect for me to create a space of my own that house you have there. Of course I didn't have to empty it as you are doing. Next project is to replace every receptacle, light switch, and ceiling light. Everything was covered with sticky tar and nicotine stains. I'll be moving in soon, slowly but surely.

[@cynthiafisher9907]

Wow, how did you get the smell out? I have heard that’s fairly impossible. Cool that it hasn’t been remodeled! It’s hard to find those houses anymore.

[@leechburglights]

@@cynthiafisher9907 First I tried an Ozone machine. That didn't seem to work very well at all, but it was 50 years of smoking right? We started with the 2 obvious things, the carpets all got pulled out (revealing worn hardwood floors that had never been refinished). We pulled down all the 70's paneling and burnt it. Everything was sticky with tar, nasty! The biggest difference in the smell was after we scrubbed the hardwood floors twice with Murphy's Oil Soap. That Murphy's smell lingered for nearly 3 weeks, amazing! My business partner's brother paints homes for a living and used an expensive ($60/gallon) Sherwin Williams primer to seal all the walls. We did scrub things down first though he told me it wasn't necessary (should have seen the nasty water yuk). Then he painted the ceilings white, and the walls a gray color. The painter took down all the vertical blinds in the house and placed them in the basement. When I entered the house after he finished painting, I couldn't smell anything but paint. Every wall had been sealed. I was shocked when I went in the basement though, it smelled like smoke. It had never smelled like that before! On the way home after working on the house, I realized the smell had come from the blinds sitting in a pile down there. Those immediately went to the trash the next week. Everything that didn't get painted was scrubbed. The kitchen cabinets and brick facade backsplash, appliances, bathroom vanity and fixtures all were nasty. I moved on to all the bedroom and closet doors, windows, and baseboard. The difference on the windows alone, amazing! I got the water bill for last month and it was $30 alone for just cleaning haha! I return today (been 3 weeks since I was there) to see the refinished floors for the first time! But also I'll get to have a fresh smell of the results of the work. I started the process at the beginning of September, exactly 2 months of slow but steady progress of one day per week. Lots more to do but I'm excited to get to moving in.

[@cynthiafisher9907]

@@leechburglights Wow! I. Impressed! Thanks for the long answer, it helps to know these homes are salvageable. I’m very sensitive to cigarette smoke.

[@cynthiaamitrano8915]

I still have a working 8-track player in my stereo which I purchased in the 1970s. It has only a turntable and 8-track player. It’s a lovely piece of furniture which I use to this day. You’d never know it was a stereo.

[@simplyme8593]

To clear up this size of load in a few days is astonishing!!! Well done Alex, Patrick and the rest who helped 👏👏👏👏

[@janicelynnhansen5870]

It's shocking to see the difference with the rooms cleared out! Each of those boxes was like its own mini-hoard. It's impressive how much is finished with just a small crew. Wow!

[@vickimaddox8711]

Goodness, this is a nice home! Great news on the safes. It boggles the mind how much there was stashed in the house.

[@melcampbell8627]

I was feeling so miserable with so much pain. (I live with chronic pain) then as I was watching your video I found myself laughing out loud from seeing you kneeling between the predators legs talking to Patrick about taking photos and sending them out as Christmas cards. Thank you, brilliant.x

[@kellyvanniekerk226]

Absolutely love your videos Alex! I have two suggestions though. Sorting specific boxes is my favourite part- have you thought of getting a chest harness or neck phone holder for hands free shooting so we can see more of it with you having actual range of motion- and the other thing is when you’re not shooting specific content and just cleaning, Timelapse’s of the progress are really satisfying to watch. Thanks again for great content

[@sandyoicles2736]

Thanks!

[@missdaisy5736]

Phenomenal job you guys. Incredible hearing it was 8 1/2 days! I would have guessed 14 to 16 days and that would be busting it😅😅🤪🥰👀👀🙋🏻‍♀️👍🏻

[@Kismetakiss]

OMG SNOW!!! Watching from MinneSNOWta. 😉

[@23Dakini]

The continuing Adventures of Jay and Silent Bob! All kidding aside, been enjoying this clean out and can’t wait to see what’s in the safes and tins.

[@William_Borgeson]

Alex, I have made respect for you and what you do. Yes you do it for a living, but you honestly care about everyone and not just the one's involved. As for you in the compromising position with the predator, that was priceless you had me laughing so hard tears came out. Thanks for the show, and thank you Patrick for being such a great costar!

[@sissieway8101]

You guys did a really nice job cleaning the house...I'm so excited to see what's in the safe...some really nice furniture in that home a ton of work but you did great.

[@freedomacreshomestead3723]

Wow so amazing and to end with a cliffhanger is perfect. Can't wait to see the safe opening! Always enjoy your videos.

[@elizabethtichenor]

Tell Patrick his new hair cut looks great! 😍

[@PatrickTheGhost]

Aww thanks

[@franswey2]

Awesome!🎉😊👏 just amazing how quickly you and Patrick emptied out the house. Here’s some 🍿🥤🍿🥤for a restful movie tonight.

[@judychellis7793]

I found this fascinating. You do what you do so well.

[@trudlarellano11]

You have finished in 8 days...that's pretty efficient Alex. great job for you guys.... 👍

[@Punchcado]

You guys turn trash into treasure and the video is a treasure as well. Thanks for another great episode.

[@j.c.1826]

Can't wait to find out where you found the safes and what is in them! That house was in perfect condition under everything that was in it. Amazing!

[@NitrousDiecast]

Its satisfying to see the house in the clean stage! Great work!

[@lindawolffkashmir2768]

That Kirby kicked some hoarded house ass, lol

[@vcrouch6041]

You guys are beasts. I doubted you could clear that house, but you both did it! Great work in record time!

[@Annieisnthome]

Watching this while writing a paper for a degree I wouldn't need except for to get into a graduate program for something I'm only fairly sure I want to spend the rest of my life doing. I had the realization that you're doing what I want to do - going on modern-day treasure hunts then posting videos about it. I realize it's not that simple and it's entirely way more hustle and work and time than what I'm doing now, but stilllll.... It looks fun and my line of work is decidedly Not Fun. Thank you for bringing me vicarious treasure hunting and thoughts about what to do in retirement (which is so far away).

[@marylhere]

Do this now when you’re young….or your house will turn into a hoarded house as well. It will overwhelm you in your retirement years. This couple liked the thrill of the hunt and their own garage sales. They needed to unload those collectibles in bulk using the internet.

[@DebraJean196]

Don’t leave your dreams till retirement. Even if you just do storage lockers over the weekends, get started now and make sure you have a plan for getting rid of stuff from one or two lockers before you let yourself buy another so you don’t end up in a packed house yourself. Storage lockers usually require a minimal upfront investment. Be careful, but start NOW because (not to sound morbid) tomorrow isn’t guaranteed to anyone. So start living your dreams soonest. Just start small and start smart. Good hunting and have fun.

[@christinecasselberry5060]

Alex ,that was awesome!!!😃🤩I'm happy you found the safes. So EXCITING.

[@SpaceTech54]

Glad this has been worth your time.

[@38millard]

Alex, I have grandsons around your age. I am proud of you and your family! You are doing a great job!

[@ninakincade602]

Hope you kept that Kirby for future hoarded houses and anywhere you don't want to use a personal vacuum. It's awesome.

[@amme30]

Delighted you found safes after all that work!

[@ElsaInCa]

Yay safes! More excitement to come!!🍿😊🍿 This has been such an interesting series, I’ve really enjoyed it. I am amazed that there was no sign of rodent intrusion. Perhaps I missed it, but I’m curious about the people that lived there. Alex, can you share some background on them while protecting their privacy? And the Corvette - what happened to that? Winchester Mystery House - the residence of the guy that invented the rifle. His widow began adding to the mansion, and adding and adding. It’s a beautiful strange house, purported to be haunted. If you ever visit near San Jose, California, take the tour.

[@janelord3061]

Wow, it's almost empty!! You two work so fast and efficiently. I missed what happened with the half trailer of stuff because later it was just the metal man, and you were talking about packing an empty truck. I must have missed a trip home and back. It looks amazing. That is a very nice house and I know it will be happy to have a new family in it, making their own memories.

[@sarakeith5480]

You both have done a fantastic job!! I do love your great sense of humor!! You are both are hard workers!! Thanks for sharing!!

[@carolinegaston6]

Really enjoyed watching this!! Thankyou for sharing

[@ktkt9982]

Leaving the house in very good order, well done.

[@LauraLouise008]

Glad you found the safes but your teasing us!! Well we can wait for another video!! You guys did a great job!! Wow 8 1/2 days!! No wonder you are tired!!

[@Rafaela20242]

I love ❄️ snow ⛄️. Thank for showing it. God willing one day I will experience it first hand. 😊

[@redfog42]

Cool. Looking forward to the next video!

[@ninjanana8730]

Even though it was full to the brim....it seems to be really clean unlike most hoarders.

[@ppurgett]

That's why I think the cleanout went so fast

[@makingitthrough190]

Ooh! Fly Away Home. Movie from the first box you opened. What a story based on a real life story from Ontario, Canada. Our family saw Bill Lishman one day with his ultralight airplane and a flock of Sandhill Cranes, stopped on a country road. We had not long seen the movie with our boys. Thank you for the memory.

[@sheelfjohnson]

I always appreciate the music you use on these videos - Nutcracker for the 🎄🎅🎁 House.

[@charlottebruce6841]

You found the safes!!! Whoo hoo!! And jewelry! Can't wait to see that episode! This has been quite exciting. And it ain't over yet! Thank you the great music too!

[@beccadreams4992]

Your whole demeanor changed when you found the safes & stuff!!! It was amazing to watch Alex! I'm excited to watch the next video! Thanks again for allowing us all into your lives!

[@camicri4263]

So happy you found the safes! Bummer the corvette was not in the garage under the boxes! Hey the Kirby it's awesome! You guys did such a good job! 🤗🤗❤🤗🤗

[@gourikapoor77]

Just finished watching the previous one, and was wondering when you will upload the next. It was here even before my thought could be complete! 😃 Really appreciate what you and your family do. Blessings from India!

[@TiptonMama]

The jokes about leaving Predator in a window, and what happened to Santa... And my favorite, the unfortunate Christmas card! 🤣🤣 Too funny! Thanks for the laughs, even if they did send me into a few coughing fits! To get were well be worth it! 🤣

[@joharmon2148]

I'm amazed !!! You and Patrick sure worked hard on this place and I know you both are thrilled to be almost done. Of course now more sorting to be done at your house.

[@AnniePA1960]

Loved the music in this episode!! So powerful!!

[@danettecherry5003]

I'm a Texan, and I'm amazed that Patrick is wearing short sleeves when it's snowing!

[@cajsheen2594]

You guys look all in, but the place has been transformed! Great job! XXX

[@nancykraus5127]

I saw a great round mirror in the background but saw the vanity in the garage being sent to auction. Really hoping they reunited that lovely 1920's 30's piece. It was more ornate than my grandmothers but it was the same style.

[@NanaFiveGranloves]

Great finds today , looking forward to next video ! Well deserved treasures in those safes . ❤

[@dwaynecollins4974]

One of the best parts of the adventure to me was getting to see a fairly beautiful house underneath all that stuff

[@Papermoon310]

I really hope that family appreciates all of yours and Patrick’s hard work. I know they were over whelmed. But I am glad it all did not end up in a land fill somewhere!!! You found some really cool stuff!

[@MoonRaven777]

I am so happy you found the safe’s and jewelry,etc! Can’t wait to see what’s in everything! You guys did a fantastic job in that house,unbelievable❣️🙏🏻👍🏼🥰

[@Rotten_Ralph]

I paused at the 8:00 minute mark because I had to show my husband the treadle sewing machine under the cabinet. We went out to get the Tiffany model Singer a few days ago that looks almost identical to what you have there. That’s a beautiful piece very heavy and very reliable. ❤

[@mattjames112]

My aunt and uncle's house has that exact layout. Just binged the first 10 parts of this series. Good stuff!

[@Rivercat0338]

I kind of love that house, especially the sauna. How sweet of the family(?) to bring you soup and cookies. You and Patrick have really done a mindblowing amount of work in such a short time. Has anyone mentioned the name of the artist who made Predator?

[@Ragnar8504]

That house has strong early-60s vibes to me more than 70s. My aunt and uncle live in a mid-60s house that has the exact same natural wood doors with grey frames. The kitchen appliances look properly old too.