ESTATE CLEAN OUT Day 3 - Ep 18

[@CicadaAndCo]

Thank you all for watching! Please note, we immediately bagged and threw away everything that rats had been nesting in 🐀 Luckily, not everything was in that condition.

[@donnamcardle8928]

Can’t help thinking,what a beautiful life Marie had! A life well lived!

[@SCCL1000]

Marie certainly had style, and you two are lucky for that. There are so many treasures you are finding that I'm envious. Yes, it's grizzly work, but at least you aren't finding things that are only suitable for a dump! I'm pleased for you.

[@CicadaAndCo]

Yes! Thank you!

[@angelasteelman8965]

You are being so respectful of Marie as you sort the remnants of her life. Thank you!

[@CicadaAndCo]

Thank you for commenting 😊

[@JaxPah8640]

For the smell and dust the first thing is to remove all the curtains and blinds. Will help with mold too!!! Great finds❤

[@CicadaAndCo]

Yes! Thank you!

[@profkaren]

Wow, I'm drooling over the true vintage clothes and accessories!

[@Barbara-ui7cy]

I love that you’re loving the antiques left behind. It’s sad that she didn’t have anyone that cared about her things. Don’t forget to check loose floor boards 😁

[@CicadaAndCo]

We love the antiques as well and we're checking every where. :)

[@wenjolliffe]

What you are doing is so important. You are being respectful and remembering that Marie was a real person, not just a previous person living in the house. She seems an amazing lady, with excellent taste and great style. Keep going it will be a wonderful home. ❤

[@darcyrobb3692]

The Armoire is absolutely gorgeous ❤🇨🇦🙂🍁

[@CicadaAndCo]

We love it too!

[@tammystark6364]

There are alot of post card collector's. I know this from cleaning out my grandparents house

[@elizabethvinas7873]

Get yourselves a couple of good grabbers, comes in handy when having to reach for those items in known critter areas. :)

[@louisepanton7344]

Oh wow, underneath all the stuff it's a beautiful house.

[@CicadaAndCo]

It really is!

[@sofia_c_ramos]

I started to watch your channel about 4 hours ago 😁. I am hooked!!! I would spend ages on all the treasures however cheap or expensive they may be. What draw me here though it's the house 😍. What a find! Cannot wait to see the progress.

[@CicadaAndCo]

Thanks so much. We spent a lot of time, more than we could record, just going through things.

[@sofia_c_ramos]

Yes, I can imagine you simply could not show eveything on here 😊. Thanks for shraring what you share anyway, much appreciated.@@CicadaAndCo

[@beverleymeyer7899]

the scarves are beautiful, show more. What an awesome adventure you are sharing. Thank you.

[@CicadaAndCo]

Ok! I’ll try to get that video done soon! Thank you 😊

[@ronayneoreveee7613]

She had very good taste, some really beautiful things. Including her home! Glad it was you guys who bought it.

[@cindyroach9503]

You will have a story to tell for years; Marie is coming to life through the items that you show and the things that you find. I wish I could have known her. You guys are doing great, I would be petrified of the rats lol

[@CicadaAndCo]

Thank you so much, that’s such a nice thing to say about Marie 😊 ps- I was on high alert with the rats every door I opened lol

[@lylacrawford1827]

Yes please more scarves. They are beautiful.

[@CicadaAndCo]

They are all sooo pretty!! Ok, I have it on my list and will try to get a video out soon!

[@beverlyw56]

You are really finding some great treasures. I love that pink vase, I have a luncheon set in a similar color.

[@barbfrank917]

Show all your treasures. It will be beautiful when done. A junk journal in picture form❤

[@yeahisaidthat3008]

This so reminds me of when my husband and I bought our first house. The situation was a little different than yours because no one had lived in the house for many years and it was completely empty. The original owners were farmers and would do canning. The attic was loaded with old mason jars with the lead tops and milk glass. Under the linoleum floors was old news papers from the 40s. We gutted the house to install new wiring, insulation and plumbing. We added a master bedroom with another bathroom. We put new drywall, cabinets, fixtures etc. and we did it all ourselves. Every weeknight after our full time jobs and every weekend. It took us four months to get the house livable. We learned so much! We worked ourselves to death, but in the end it was every bit worth it. The good news also is we sold everything 12 years later and quadrupled our initial investment. Life is such a journey. Just take it all in, you’ll get there! Take care guys!

[@CicadaAndCo]

That sounds amazing.

[@darcimueller4679]

There are so many awesome treasures in that house. The two of you lucky to own such an awesome time capsule.

[@CicadaAndCo]

Thank you!

[@aliceherrera3850]

I love the scarves. She was stylish. 😊

[@wallashakalla]

Use steel wool and spray foam in mouse holes on the exterior to curb the mouse problem. Mice can’t chew through steel wool

[@barbarafling3790]

Love the wood pieces. Even vintage hats and clothes are collectible

[@rubyjones679]

I am sad that Marie was living in that house… so glad you both are taking care of the house ❤

[@CicadaAndCo]

Us too!

[@1beyond]

I am so happy I started watching. Postcards are valuable

[@CicadaAndCo]

Thanks for watching!

[@denaj6711]

She had some beautiful things! Hope they can be saved and collectors will give them a new home!!

[@patriciastreufert9636]

Beautiful clothes and possessions. I would get the clothes dry cleaned.

[@heatherwolmarans8287]

Dry cleaning is so expensive here 🇿🇦 it really wouldn't be worth it.

[@BillyBob38846]

It's amazing how fast a house can get that way and she probably didn't get very much spring cleaning done the last few years she lived there. It'll turn out beautiful when your finished so keep your heads up. 👍

[@CicadaAndCo]

So true! Thank you for watching!

[@luvinggod3]

Yes, yes, yes I love seeing Marie’s postcards and her crocheted items and furniture! Many people would buy her vintage clothing.

[@CicadaAndCo]

So true!

[@littleone7404]

I absolutely love the kerosene lamp!I Also in love with the beautiful Furniture & rugs

[@CicadaAndCo]

We agree, that lamp is amazing 😍

[@denizberlin9441]

t’s such a wonderful house. Full of character, charming and unique. It could be a treasure of sth really unique after your done. The art room would look wonderful with the old half rounded windows. Lucky you, even if it’s a lot of work.

[@missemily3264]

Miss Marie lived quite the life. So many wonderful things. I would love to see more of the textiles, scarves, rugs, clothes. I hope that a lot of them are salvageable. It makes me so sad to see the state of the house and to think that she lived there, unable to keep it clean. It looks like she tried to be tidy and such, but once you get really weak, there is only so much you can do. Then, if your mind goes.... How are you supposed to take care of yourself. I have no idea of Miss Marie's condiction, nor is it my business. I feel so sad when I think of Miss Marie alone. It's my worst fear, honestly. She probably didn't know how to fix the holes and water damage. I wonder if she had the money to have those things repaired. After a certain point, I would not be surprised if she was ashamed and didn't want anyone to know the state of her living conditions. You have been very respectful and discreet about Miss Marie, thank you for that.

[@juliepowell1715]

Yes, you could tell that she loved her home and did try and take care of it. I shudder to think she had rats that most likely were there when she lived there. Maybe she was suffering with dementia and didn't even realize her plumbing, rodent and other issues of her home. Most everything was neat and orderly, until the rats and disrepair. From her house to her beautiful items, she was an amazing lady. I am so happy Kristin and Hal are the new caretakers of this beautiful home, Marie's items, and her memories. Thank you Kristin and Hal for your respect and love of these items. I can deal with lots of things, but those rats are too much for me.

[@missemily3264]

@@juliepowell1715 I completely agree with you. I'm so glad to get to know a little of this amazing woman through her things. Regarding the rats, I can handle them when they are dead or scamper away, but they stayed in the closet and other hidey holes. *Shudder* Kristen, you and Hal are doing such a wonderful job with this house! Bit but bit it will come together and be lovely!

[@Tyghearmstrong1]

I’m up in the PNW, and can’t even begin to imagine the heat and the humidity! I’m sure if anything sits for a minute, mold starts to set it!

[@CicadaAndCo]

You are so right! It's been a battle.

[@karinaknudsen9895]

Vintage clothes, scarves and postcards can be worth a lot of money

[@lindaroyal8161]

Upstairs bedroom - the armoire is pretty awesome & I really like that little with stand. The night stand with drawer is also very pretty. The wooden box - perfect to use as a Marie Casa Keepsake Box, put some treasures, trinkets & momentos inside to honor her legacy and keep her energy in the house. The scarfs will be nice for your Etsy Store. The kerosene lamp, is awesome - what a nice find. Don't know if you're familiar with an app - Google Lens? Once downloaded to your phone, use it to identify found objects, furniture other antique or vintage items. It's like taking a photo and it brings up other "like items", shows pricing and year. Honestly - I think you're being very respectful. You're going through the process yourselves and evaluating each item. Some might have hired a crew to go in and just clear it all out by trashing everything.

[@OGTallis]

So many wonderful things that I’d want to keep. ❤ Location is clearly fantastic, as that grown over property would have hidden squatters and thieves quite well. Clearly, the only intruders have been rats and bugs. I’m looking very forward to see what you make of this very unique home, and how you incorporate any of the lovely furniture and fixtures into your own style. ❤

[@CicadaAndCo]

Thank you so much for joining us and watching!😊

[@connieprice7017]

The lamp should have a maker mark on it.

[@donnamcardle8928]

Love that picture on the top of the stairs!

[@pamgrillo3084]

I hope you leave that little green table at the top of the stairs. I love that. I love this house so much. Definitely see why you purchased this home.

[@tamaralong-partei6129]

Beautiful scarves love embroidery. The rats and mold, filth do not reflect on Marie, her house shows that it was well kept and clean when she was taking care of it, the rats moved in when it was no longer maintained.

[@CicadaAndCo]

Exactly. It became too much for her.

[@littleone7404]

Absolutely love the kerosene lamp

[@shirleyrice7093]

I love that bed.

[@vickiroberts7947]

Try not to get discouraged! Keep your eye on the prize. Most of all, take a break when you need it.

[@CicadaAndCo]

Thank you!!😊

[@RobinLee-kb3xj]

I think you both found an amazing home. And with all the things, that's another amazing find. They are some valuable that are worth saving. It's really a shame that the rat's moved in and had the run of the house. So glad you save it and making it livable again.

[@CicadaAndCo]

Thank you so much!

[@donnamcardle8928]

Getting a few pods might help to store things on site, while you clean up

[@mignonnericks9946]

Y’all are doing a great job. Very respectful. Hang in there you’re getting closer to the finish line. Before you know it you will be all done and enjoying your new home❤️

[@ourfloridagarden4191]

It’s like a movie set in there. Beautiful items.

[@WesleyWall-h5t]

A good idea is to cut slots in your white tivex suit around the waist in the back and vertical slits at your shoulders to allow the suit to breath and it will still keep you clean!

[@CicadaAndCo]

Great tip!

[@eavesdroppin1]

How sad the house included the rat mess and the moldy stench. I have the feeling she deteriorated as she got older. We had rats in our attic and after many years of getting rid of them and having them return, we finally found how they were getting in .... two very difficult to find areas. I hope all is well soon!

[@kridder1018]

Love these videos. I am in the "Yes please, show it all" club. Maybe once you have more time, a montage video set to music with occasional text or voice-over with all the treasures? Either way, it is fun to see what you find as you go along. Thank you for taking the time to video and share this journey with us.

[@CicadaAndCo]

Great idea! Have you seen Episode 14? We do a full walkthrough with music and show everything how it was the day we closed on the house.

[@wkat950]

Hope you hydrated well! Water and Gatorade are your friends- and a big old electric fan.

[@CicadaAndCo]

We keep a cooler stocked!

[@suecollado8696]

💕I think Marie must of been an amazing lady she has a lot of exquisite belongings in that house💕The scarfs are beautiful & so are many pieces of the furniture💕The trunks are great at the end of the bed to store bedding or winter jackets etc…💕

[@CicadaAndCo]

Agreed! We actually found her eventually and were able to visit a bit with her. She was very sweet.

[@lynetteswinburn5408]

Another fascinating glimpse into your world. Thanks for sharing! 😊

[@CicadaAndCo]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@micheleruggeri492]

That ceramic flowered candle stick lamp is AH-MAZING!

[@CicadaAndCo]

I agree!! I love that one!

[@becinala]

Could it be a capodmonte? Sorry about the spelling lol

[@brendarice5287]

Great job and loved the video 😘👍🏻💕🙏🏻

[@CicadaAndCo]

Thank you!

[@deannakinsman6790]

Ok... NOPE!! The rats would have done me IN...😳😳😳

[@charmainemangiagalli]

You can definitely see there are pieces of furniture from Europe and could be are antiques. When you have some time have a look if you can find the pieces on the internet.

[@CicadaAndCo]

We've started the inventory. And had a couple antique dealers out.

[@karenhanley3912]

Thank you for sharing 😊 she had some cool vintage items

[@judierickson7166]

Please make sure to turn the volume up, I missed a lot of what you said in the house. Im loving the valuables you are finding! that Fendi Purse!

[@CicadaAndCo]

We’ll work on that, thanks for letting us know

[@mariewintersteen7098]

I would love to see all the clocks!

[@clairedesrosiers7398]

Remember :All the process will be rewarding, keep up the good work ! We all encourage you.. you are going to the right direction! Keep doing this good work Treasures to be find, .. under the lawyers.. hold on thigh still Open windows, remove blinds for fresh air… at least day time while you work there! Claire Quebec - Canada

[@CicadaAndCo]

Thank you!

[@B.L.Creations]

What a beautiful home .

[@T_Barb]

I took a screenshot of your lamp and put it into Google photo search. There’s a good chance it may be worth quite a bit although I did not find an exact match.

[@mary-de5kw]

Please stay hydrated. Take breaks and cool off.😊

[@CicadaAndCo]

Thank you, we are! 😊

[@julieduchek2969]

I would love to see all the treasures. I am really enjoying your presentation. I am wish you would take all the curtains down because they must be very dusty. You can wash them or have them cleaned.

[@CicadaAndCo]

Thanks so much! We took all the curtains down, I believe we show that in a later video ☺️

[@michellekellogg9943]

u guys are doing great most peole wouldnt care but remember y'all just had to have Casa Marie im sure it will be amazing when all said and done

[@elund408]

first thing I would have gotten rid of is the curtains and carpets anything made of cloth they are mold and dust collectors. If I needed curtains for security I would put in old sheets.

[@jacquelinecrawford3297]

More of everything! Love seeing this type thing.

[@helendowson7195]

Yes it’s totally hard work but man you have still got a beautiful house ❤

[@julielumsden5184]

Awesome furniture and clothing I hop-if your not keeping it your going to sell it Some of those scarves will bring good money

[@sheridanca]

I would love to see the “scarves”. I’ve been collecting scarves for over 50 years. Some I used as as decor, or draped over solid colored curtains.. making sure the weren’t exposed to light or sun. Most have come from antique & vintage stores, some thrift stores and some from people I have met.. plus family, friends acquaintances & strangers!❤

[@kimbevan5614]

So many beautiful possessions, keep going guys K🇬🇧❤️❤️

[@CicadaAndCo]

Thank you!

[@PreciousRubi]

That second scarf with dancers and the word “Sardana” on it is from Catalunya in Spain. That is a traditional dance of the region of Catalunya where my family are from. What a treat to see it on your channel.

[@CicadaAndCo]

Thank you for sharing that!

[@hannahh6793]

Came across your videos on shorts. SO HAPPY you've done long version videos too! Here for the ride! 🙂

[@CicadaAndCo]

Welcome aboard! 😄 thanks for watching!!

[@BarB2-90Nine]

Shop vac then rats when you see them it sucks them right up ! The last owner has a lot of items she traveled a lot I guess . Good luck 🍀

[@karenhanley3912]

Keep up the good work 😊 The house will be worth it ! Love all the Treasures you are finding ! So sorry you have to deal with rats snakes and bugs eek ! So gross be careful! Looking forward to your next video 👍

[@CicadaAndCo]

Thank you so much!

[@janmcclure6239]

Love the Altoona PA T-shirt! I used to work in Altoona!

[@CicadaAndCo]

Nice!

[@rhondalockrey9592]

I love seeing all the incredible treasures wow you guys are working so hard & have to put up with a lot I hope it starts getting easier for you. This seems like a really special house!

[@CicadaAndCo]

Thank you so much!😊

[@rainiepresuto5120]

Thank you for your Videos I enjoy it we just moved to Florida I don't get to see Places I'm Disabled Lots of Luck to you and yours Keep up the Good Work ❤

[@CicadaAndCo]

Welcome to Florida! We’re glad your enjoying the videos 😄 We’ll have more soon ☀️

[@fanofbooks9]

She didn’t feel comfortable asking for help, & maybe neighbors didn’t want to intrude. Would have been good if someone could have offered to help her. Now you’re helping by fixing up her house & enjoying her belongings that she loved.

[@geralyncurtis1533]

Would love to see more scarves and trinkets

[@CicadaAndCo]

Episode 26 is posting later today and we go through quite a few of the finds! We’ll try to make a scarf video to post in the future too. Thanks for watching!😄

[@donnamcardle8928]

Reg wing, is very collectible!

[@donnamcardle8928]

This is SO interesting

[@CicadaAndCo]

Glad you’re enjoying it, thanks for watching!

[@mzjo2761]

More scarves please!

[@ryders_mom]

Candlestick lamps at 16:20 appear to be French Rococo gilt bronze ca. 1950's. Found at least one listing (almost identica) for $2,500 for a pair.

[@laurelshugars2866]

Look into crumbled newspaper, kitty litter and charcoal to remove odors. Google the procedures for each.

[@annajohnson6532]

But its going to be so worth it when done i love it😊

[@CicadaAndCo]

Thank you ☺️

[@JulieGraham-u7b]

Yippee a Kristin and Hal vlog!

[@CicadaAndCo]

Hi Julie! Enjoy!! 😄

[@caroleboling7435]

I helped clean a house, the lady was living in the house.. the mouse poop was so deep it was unreal, it was everywhere, unbelievable

[@CicadaAndCo]

And the smell they leave behind... :(

[@tinasavage674]

Beautiful scarves they look like they haven't been worn or enjoyed that's sad 😊

[@kimberlyearly8918]

I just happened to run across your channel. I think the first thing I would've gotten out would be every single curtain, rugs and bedding. I'm sure they were holding a ton of smell.

[@CicadaAndCo]

Hi! Glad you found us, thanks for watching! There was so much to remove! We were assessing everything in the house as we went, since we hadn’t had much of a look at the inside before purchasing it, and we did just like you said. We focused on the larger soft items first- the couch, mattresses, etc and then the clothing, rugs, and curtains came next 😊 We post new content every Sunday and have a live chat, hope to see you there.

[@kimberlyearly8918]

@@CicadaAndCo I can’t even imagine having to go through all of that!! I don’t think I could handle it haha! I’m definitely gonna watch more!

[@scottlouch3384]

​​Casa Marie might be gross and smelly now, but it will be home sweet home soon enough. Its a beautiful spot with a ton of potential.

[@CicadaAndCo]

Thank you so much!

[@laurelshugars2866]

A good shop vac would go a long way towards keeping sweeping and dusting debris at a minimum...

[@donnamcardle8928]

Old correspondence can be worth something,too

[@kimberleychavez216]

You can do a google image search of the items by taking a picture.

[@garyashdown5376]

The lady certainly had taste, that rose decorated light was beautiful, how's fievel s and friends eviction going 😊. Got to ask is the Volvo up and running. Keep up the good work chaps your doing a stellar job. Gary 🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@CicadaAndCo]

Thanks! The former closet residents have now left the building lol. Hal got the Volvo running, and we should have a video on that soon 😊

[@garyashdown5376]

@@CicadaAndCo All good news guys, bloody good show.

[@charmainemangiagalli]

Hi I would love to see the scarves. The ones that you showed you need to look them up if they are from France they could be worth something as well.

[@CicadaAndCo]

Ok thanks! We’ll try to have that scarf video out really soon 😊

[@joyelsey1366]

I must say, I appreciate your respectfulness of the former owners belongings however, you are a better person than I, I don’t think I could clean that out. I wish you well And God’s protection as you move forward to make the home your forever home.

[@loveycomeaux4380]

That might be the key to the box with the cards