Bad Foundation Caused a Crooked Roof - It was Worse than I thought

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[@bjspyder4148]

You're so brave. The idea of raising and lowering the whole house would terrify me.

[@lynnpetre525]

"So that's all we've done" actually, young man, that is one hell of a lot. Great job as usual. Thanks for taking us along. 🦎😄

[@doyeworrell1680]

Doug, I can’t believe how you do all this work by yourself. I think you made the right decision by addressing the foundation issue. As I was watching you I couldn’t help but think about the house my grandfather built, it’s still standing today and every time I walk in I think of how much work and love he put into it. In the years to come your children will remember watching you make the house a home. I wouldn’t take a million dollars for the old country house my grandfather built. This is going to be beautiful when you’re finished.

[@stellaunger8568]

Your amazing ability to correct, create and product the desired outcome of your projects is such an inspiration. Thank you for all you share. 😃

[@Siansonea]

I know you're dreading it, but I am really looking forward to seeing the foundation and floor of this section being brought back into structural integrity. You are going to feel such a huge sense of relief when it's done, and you really do have a 100% solid foundation under your entire house.

[@lindahall3252]

And the adventure continues....never ever a so-so video from Doug and Ashley....you two are my very favorite family on youtube...

[@lkcantwell]

Doug, I'm so glad you noticed the roof slope before you put the metal roof on. Stay safe as you work under the house and I'll be watching.

[@karenphillips6801]

You two are the hardest working people. I don't blame you all for putting it off its a mess under there. Just stay safe I know you all always do.

[@corneillececil9437]

Bless your hearts, you kids are just amazing how you face adversity in this build! Class act all the way. I am grateful for this slower than normal hurricane season so that you two have had a bit of time to prepare for the up and coming rains. You are doing such a fantastic job!

[@ginagonzalez6547]

Ashley, I'm impressed to know you know exactly what Doug is doing. When he was shubbling some soil to lower the house, you knew exactly what to say. Good job. You are an excellent assistant. You and Doug make a beautiful, excellent team. I'm so proud of this family, so proud!!!

[@kalrobbins2811]

It's amazing to see the wealth of talent you and Ashley have! The house looks great!

[@galady8632]

Bella could do amazing artwork with that propane tank. Dragons, butterflies, critters you have observed on your property, a sunrise on one side/sunset on the other, ocean waves, etc - numerous options. Yard art is fun. Doug could build a pointed top, stand the tank vertical and make it resemble a fat, short rocket ship. It could be fun by your pond or maybe sell it. The roof issues are annoying but of course you 2 know how to deal with it. Your skills are amazing and unlimited. I admit I did a double-take when I saw another video so soon. Definitely a good day!

[@debbydrach]

You feel like it’s little bit here and a little bit there, but all those bits are sure adding up , wow ! You guys ROCK ! 👍

[@charlene5461]

When there is so much to do, it's hard to keep the cart from in front of the horse(have done this so many times in my remodel🤦) and every time you look up, there is always something else that needs to be done! It's a vicious cycle!! Y'all do such great and hard work! Loooooove your "let's getter done" attitude and abilities!! Have a blessed day!!

[@vestafairie]

i feel your stress! just had a corner of my house lifted and the foundation replaced. so glad you were able to get it fixed!

[@savannahsmiles1797]

we grew up in a house that was sinking on one side and they determined it was the ground SINKING due to earthquakes shifting the ground...every attempt to bring up the house didn't really last...

[@vestafairie]

@@savannahsmiles1797 wow! i am lucky that mine was able to be repaired!

[@barbscarrow7300]

You have done alot more then most people proud of You and Ashley ❤️ Keep up the Good work🤗🇨🇦

[@savagesquad8546]

Wow, those joists are toast! I'd be afraid to be under there too! Thank God for the laser level!!!

[@imaginethat2003]

I worry about you being under the house. You're careful person, though. I like to think the previous owners watch, and are happy to see the old place come alive again. Well done, y'all.

[@missykenyaking7741]

Hello my favorite family the work look great on your home keep moving forward keep the videos coming I look forward to your video on your house 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️🥰🥰🥰👍👍👍👍🏠🏠🏠🏠

[@willaputney3947]

YOU ARE SO BRAVE TO WORK UNDER THERE, BUT AS USUAL YOU NAILED IT. GREAT FIX

[@whip205inthebam3]

Doug, a lot of those floor joist appear to be rotten or termites have gotten in them not too great to be jacking on. Just be very careful. Don't be like my younger brother who wanted me to help him get his trailer level. He would over jack causing some of the steel frame to lift off of it's supports. I begged him to keep it wedged up with shims but he ignored me so I told him that I was not going to die with a mobile home on top of me. I went inside my home and not long after after I heard a loud noise that made my heart sink. Soon thereafter I went to see my greatest fear had become reality. Thankfully my brother was in a place next to a water tank and that tank saved his life. The entire mobile home crashed to the ground and blocks had messed up much of the floor inside. However with our dads help we were able to get it back on the blocks and level. All my brother had to do was to keep the shims tight underneath and that would've prevented the whole mess. Oh well live and learn if it don't kill you in the process.

[@lindacornell7881]

I like the fact when you see a problem you don't try finding a excuse to get out of it you fix it.

[@yolandadavila4110]

You are so daring I worry about you sometimes. God bless you because it’s all for the family.

[@canuckyank82]

"What?" "Why do you always have to ruin it?" So funny!😄 Mainly because that is said so much in our household. My wife can tell a person exactly what I did wrong from any moment over the past 40 years. I'm still grinning!😊

[@lindaroyal8161]

Whoa, dropping that last corner was scary. Glad you realized the slant and got it addressed.

[@robertadunn1572]

Ashley I like the Aloha at the end! You should learn different ways to say goodbye in languages !😁 Great Job guys ,every time you go under the house my anxiety goes into hyper mode for you guys,But you always seem to make a great difference! Great job!!

[@leahstaska2515]

Hi from Minnesota! It is fun to watch your experiences as you moved out of the cold climate to Florida. I think Aloha was the perfect word!

[@hollysamson3808]

I had an anxiety attack just watching you under the house. So scary but you are cautious! I follow every video you post and love watching you and your family. I found you back when you had the trailer and was renovating it. Hugs and love from Northeast Pennsylvania! 💕

[@grdelawter4266]

You two do so much hard work that I’m amazed at your drive and determination

[@angelacross2216]

Good for you taking care of this in a timely manner even when you really didn’t feel like it.

[@debbiebarham6336]

This is my first video of yours I have watched. I like what I am seeing. You’re very informative. You appear to know what you are doing. Take care. Until next time.

[@lynnnovick7644]

I don’t know how you do such great work, by yourself, and in that Florida heat.

[@jmuraw1488]

Can't wait to see what color roof you're going to put on there!

[@oliviafox3605]

Ashley laughing because she was happy it was Doug wearing the spiderweb and not her! Thank you for sharing.

[@janetread3877]

As always great work. Doug and Ashley you two have a lot to be proud of!

[@susieq2544]

It looks much better. I was praying for y’all while you were under your house that God would protect you.

[@rnggall9640]

Oh my gosh, I was so worried for your hands doing that leveling! So glad you are safe.

[@cepcee6035]

I am just amazed and bamboozled with the mechanics of roof levelling and how it is fixed ….I am so impressed by your confidence and hard work and bravery…what if it all came crashing down …love your videos xx

[@gshooty55]

My hats off to Doug! He will tackle anything!

[@patriciasiefert7140]

The noises are terrifying! Another great job!

[@Kopsu87]

You guys are awesome. Your knowledge on different stuff is so vast it never stops to amaze me. And you do such clean work; I've seen people who call themselves professionals do way worse.

[@justjan147]

You both work so hard everyday to move your projects forward. You accomplished a bunch in this video! Wow! Keep moving forward, you're doing an excellent job! God bless you all and be safe. 🙏🏻🌻😊❤️

[@patriciawilliamsn9605]

It’s coming along! The work you do is always perfect

[@wendywobbles1]

You going to knock your block off Dough 😁😁😁😉 Love it when Ashley gets the giggles 😆😆

[@JB43186]

Mission accomplished. Great work!

[@janhunt6214]

I’m so happy you were able to fix the foundation. Jobs like that cost so much if you have to hire it out. My husband and I are DIYers too! We didn’t have the money to do a lot of jobs so we figured out a way to do it it’s never been as perfect as what you and Ashley do but I so enjoy watching your program I’m in my 70s now and so can’t do all the things I used to do. Lol

[@iamwhoiamd7056]

You have done such a wonderful job fixing your old house up.

[@linnaellis212]

You two are amazing! You do a LOT, don’t sell yourself short!

[@waterlooboy]

Thanks Doug & Ash! Now that you have a more square home! You can now continue this chapter! Great video!!

[@sharontoohey9302]

What a journey you guys are shareing with us. So fun to watch.

[@susanknight8961]

It’s going to be a beautiful place when you are done.

[@lem4100]

Boy, bad day today for you. You always manage to get it fixed. You both are amazing.

[@carolannbolinger3795]

So glad 😀 you saw this problem before it got worse. Will be glad to see the roof going up. Thanks for sharing.

[@dawnwaack9468]

So much work done!! The piers and all the joists would be overwhelming but you make it look easy.

[@mariacasella6474]

I was on pins and needles watching you work under the house-but nothing ceases to amazing me what you two are doing-great job guys

[@therealcraigsutton2740]

great job Mr Doug!! #Aloha Ms Ashley 😆

[@diyfferent]

Thank you :)

[@barbaratankersley7117]

You guy will get it done and it will be fine Thank God he that he keeps your health good so u guys are able to do all you have to do GOD bless and take care

[@juliajohnson5276]

The hardest part is getting started. You’re right.

[@nannypat6520]

Eagle Eye Doug, you sure set an example for doing things right! Aloha Ashley! WELL DONE TEAM 💕

[@babs2522]

You are both doing a great. When you come across a problem, you think of a way to solve it and you over come that problem. I know you will be able to concur any task that needs doing. Love and blessings from Scotland :) :)

[@retagorman4351]

Very sorry. Can't watch is too stressful u under house. Be most careful. See u all soon. Be blessed.

[@carolyncarlson3825]

Roof line now looks great...good job Doug....hugs yall

[@jimcooksey812]

When you put the roof on you can fix the sag by scabbing a 2x across the ridge making it straight. Aloha Ashley!

[@lechatbotte.]

One thing always leads to another when working on a home. Perseverance is a must. I agree don’t touch the roof till you fix the foundation or that un level situation will transfer to the roof, then any settling will undo all your hard roof work.

[@charleshadley5657]

Now I get the name, DIYfferent. Some Norns are good guys like safety! God Bless!

[@JoJoDragonslayer]

Hoy smokes! I held my breath when you were under the house

[@sharonhagen6362]

There’s definitely a big difference in the roof line!! It looks great!!

[@warrenlucier5796]

To get the ridge level you have to jack it up and install collar ties 1/3 down from the ridge. If the deflection is not real bad just installing collar ties will slow it down from spreading the walls. Rafter ties installed at the top plate after jacking will straighten the walls that are slowly kicking out. All older homes have this problem and I'm sure you've seen a lot of this condition up north with homes over a hundred years old (swayback).

[@marciawoods3270]

Oh my. I will be glad when you can stay out from under the house. Scares me. I know your careful, please be extra careful under there. I like it when your feet are on the ground. Now it’s the roof oh my. Besides that I love my metal roof. Glad you chose that. I was told they last 40 plus years.

[@dhoward5757]

Like Lynn said, you are so hard working. Thx for consistently good videos 🌱 Mahalo

[@PatriotCoder]

You and Ashley continue to amaze me!

[@Annes44]

Wow that section looks bad. I would definitely put everything on hold and just finish all foundation work first.

[@kayriggleman5196]

Nice job! What a lot of hard work that was.

[@ariel_at_home]

You guys always to the best work and even when it's unexpected or inconvenient, you always make it right. Love the work you guys do!

[@jkbeattyable]

That was nerve-wracking watching you. I'm so glad you were able to safely level that part of the house even though temporary. It was a joy to see Maverick running and laughing. Thank you for sharing ❤❤❤❤

[@stephenmcnulty7096]

your yard is looking sooo much better with all of the soil you put in!!!

[@ronaldgaska4480]

Both of you always seem to work beyond the barriers and move on. Be safe and try to stay cool. Beware of snakes under the house. Blessings beautiful family.

[@krystalaura5634]

Bless your heart

[@Claudia-ir9so]

I'm glad I don't have to feel bad laughing with Ashely about the cobweb. Dough is so focused on himself in the moment. I'm sure this time he is going to get mad, but he never does. What a good-natured person.

[@gaylkirkpatrick7128]

Great video! Doug, I was so scared while you were under the house…you are amazing!

[@paulajones9956]

That's a lot of work and very dangerous I was sitting on the edge of my seat, great job guys

[@cheryld4484]

Adios lol thanks for the videos and Ashley I’m loving your new ways of saying or not saying bye. When you’re in the outro I’m waiting to see what’s next and Doug tried to ruin it haha. I love all you share. Keep up the great work as always

[@kathyusa-iowa5137]

I was brushing my teeth while I watched this. Lost my place several times. Some teeth probably got missed. Some probably got a double or triple hit. That was my equivalent of holding my breath. Git 'er done Doug on youtube today❗️💪👍 🥰

[@diyfferent]

haha!

[@margaretbedwell3211]

That was scary but great that you could get it close enough to level so the roof can be installed. Look forward to seeing that done. Have a Blessed day.

[@amma3536]

That was a lot of work. Take care and be blessed,

[@marycranshaw9715]

Nice to hear Ashley laugh.

[@bowlmeoverva]

The roof is noticeably better. Thanks for sharing!

[@lynneharrill9570]

Oh my goodness gracious! I worry so much about Doug going under the house to work on the beams and pillars! I really had to just listen and not watch until he was out from under the house. LOL! Ashley and Doug, you two are just amazing. Thank you for your sharing this part of your life with us. Oh, please tell little Maverick and Miss Belle hello, and that I really enjoy seeing them in the videos, they are so much fun to watch. Stay safe, happy and healthy!

[@yvonneost12]

I feel terrible for the bits of bad luck you have every now & again you are such a perfectionist , I sorta feel gutted when things don't go you two's way .I'm sure whatever you do will end up just fine .

[@lindacarruthers3423]

I’m like you Yvonne . If I see problems needing solving in the video thumbnails I look at everything else because I can’t bear to look at anything worrying . Gradually I gain courage and look at the video . So far these two have survived horrible problems , and I have too . those two are couple of warriors !!

[@leem200]

Glad that is over with for now. Does look straighter. I love that house though. Peace!

[@richardjones5255]

That was a high risk, necessary correction task, that had many wondering what would happen. Happily, you survived. Those beams are not for this land for much longer, but the correction is looking essential. At least you are another vital step closer to getting things done, but it does show how much work is needed to get you sorted out with any old building, it is worse when active neglect, and possibly abuse, has been allowed to take place, By the way banana roofs are surprisingly common, on otherwise stable houses, some even 'feature' switchbacks, that go up and down more than once.

[@deannaoverstreet4146]

It looks great! Y’all work so hard! Thank y’all!

[@Ann10999]

Great job as usual , I know when it’s all said and done it’s gonna be a beautiful place and I’m along for the Journey , 👏🏻😊❤️

[@cathywilliams8775]

Well Blless your hearts alot of super hard work praying you get some relief from the problem -matic issues. Looking Great!!!!!!!

[@heathcollins2121]

Definitely looks better. Great job!

[@forevermay95]

Ashley you are just beautiful, I love seeing your smile.

[@karencary3312]

Great work.!!!

[@estellaknox9285]

making progress a huge one.

[@Sherri419393]

Aloha ??? Adorable Ashley !! What should she say Doug ?? Your putting more grey hairs on my head Doug !! Be Careful, you can’t be replaced !! Much love to you all ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@debrasaumur6592]

You guys are awesome! Hard workers!