Exposing The Faulty Main Beam

[@youknowme8578]

Yanis, you most certainly are a very hard worker. They are very lucky to find such a person, willing to work so hard, and learn English as well.

[@betsystone5733]

I was thinking the same. I don’t know what they would do without him. And Mick works as hard as the young bucks! 😊

[@user-yz7ds7rn9b]

Yanis is a gem.

[@dmunoz1943]

Earlier today, I watched one of Sadies videos, looks like at the start of Billie buying the Convent, Sadie had Mo and some of his friends over cleaning up the front of the convent, digging up the grass and exposing the cobbles….And who was working his tail off, Yanis, a go getter from the start.

[@reelroyals3222]

hopefully Santa brings Yanis some good work boots.🤩🤩😊

[@flusterfly]

Mick doing the work of a young man & Yannis pouring his heart into the demolition amazes me. Billy as always cracking on & filling us in on the bigger picture. Great job gentlemen!

[@beverlyshaw7434]

Love how you clean up your work areas and keep things so tidy! Makes it a pleasure to watch. Plus you get things done quickly but are detail oriented.

[@nicolaablett7790]

HSE keeps you safer Blessings

[@johnroper5627]

It’s amazing to see the transformation of the soul of this building from ugly sterile 70’s to rich authentic style.

[@joettabraddock9480]

Yannis is such a God send to you. My heart grows fonder of him in every episode. He is such an angel!

[@marymerrill1612]

It is so interesting watching you remove the insides of those ancient walls.

[@marymerrill1612]

Yanis, j'ai admiré ton éthique de travail. Vous êtes une source d'inspiration pour les autres jeunes qui vous regardent. merci de soutenir ce projet avec votre bon travail et votre énergie.

[@maryyaney6571]

I think Yannis deserves a big Christmas BONUS. He is one hard working man. Best Christmas ever to all Pethericks.

[@dawnfrost5374]

Definitely

[@ephphathaoracle]

And maybe a pair of steel toed boots! Hate to see him down from stepping on nails

[@thegirlatthebeach3221]

Lol. I was thinking the same thing. He works incredibly hard.

[@gaylerobison9518]

All that timber frame construction set free just makes my little old Los Angeles-based heart sing!

[@TerryInUSA]

Wow - it's amazing to see the wattle and daub with it's original plaster covering underneath the plaster board. To think that men stood there in the hallways so many generations ago with buckets of plaster they probably mixed outside, clay or lime or whatever, spreading it on the mud walls with their trowels...right where you guys are today. It's incredible.

[@bobr9895]

I don't know where Billy keeps getting al these talented hard workers! Yannis takes to every job like a duck to water, he just gets it done!

[@thegirlatthebeach3221]

It took me 20 years to find one good worker. And not half as good as Yannis. That's true!

[@paulworkman2370]

I'm guessing he treats people well.

[@KlaasSnijder]

Yannis works very hard I don't wont to meet him wen hy is 65 Years. His body is not made for dis

[@mindymorales7273]

Yes but by the time he's 65, he will be training his own apprentices and hopefully not working so hard himself! :-)@@KlaasSnijder

[@tinabow3812]

The big smile on your Dad face 😊😊. When he's taking the hammer to the wall 🧱.

[@andreastieff]

Pulling off the renovated walls and exposing the original walls makes me realize how dismal those rooms must have been before the 70’s or whenever they renovated.

[@chrls705]

The quality of the production is wonderful but we watch because of the quality of the people.

[@lindabaker2905]

The quality of the production is the scrumptious icing on the cake!”

[@kimlumpa4317]

Alex makes destruction beautiful. Very talented fellow. I love his opening shots. It speaks to the romantic in us that loves bringing back the architecture of old.

[@lindabaker2905]

Alex’s choice of music is fantabulous!

[@williampierce2356]

I am on board with everyone that states that Yanis is a very hard and dedicated worker in the agreement with others. You have found some very talented people along the way and they have served the purpose greatly but he is like a Timex he keeps on ticking he never quits. Your dad does exceptionally well in the hard work that he does. Be proud. You still have your dad. I commend you❤ God bless you and the whole family and I am loving the demolition again and I know that when the overall picture has been finished like with the kitchen, the convent is coming to life again beaming with great grandeur expectations beyond measure. Merry Christmas and a happy New Year to all 🎊

[@sarrahvaughn6307]

I love the kitchen and your fabulous organ but the two story library is going to be a amazing addition to this project

[@grannyrosie1]

Yennis and Dad make a great team. Demo is coming along great. At 1 point when i saw Yennis in hall removing the boards with nails, i was watching his feet get close to boards with exposed nails. Yennis really should have some construction boots to protect his feet, both from nails and falling heavy objects. Another great vlog with absolutely wonderful music.

[@Curiosity-NZ]

When Simon gets back in the New Year, the first thing he's going to say to Billy is: "What have you done, Billy. I can't leave you alone for 5 minutes without you demolishing something".

[@risireynolds6881]

Billy, you and Daniel Preston are two of the hardest working owners of buildings. You are not afraid to get dirty while working to rebuild a building that once was full of life. Watching Yanus working hard and the apparent happiness of your father as he does demo makes this video all the more beautiful. Thank you and " Crack On".

[@Katubes]

Never thought demolition could be this cinematic. Thanks Alex😊

[@shabbysuse7821]

Its amazing to see the original structure of the building being exposed.

[@kaznatbabs]

There’s no stopping Yanis! He’s the true Demolition Man 💪🏻 Nice work, team.

[@themediaman100]

Just a thought. You could put an RSJ under the sagging beam and jack it so that it fully supports the sagging beam at the centre. Lower the ceiling to the top of the RSJ. Clad the RSJ in distressed oak and then use the oak from the walls to make the ceiling look similar to the kitchen ceiling. By doing that you would stabilise the building and not have to rip out the floor above and possibly the roof as well, which could turn into a massive expense. But then, what do I know.

[@ThePhilcam]

Not a structural engineer but my guess is that beam was bent when installed and logically you would build bend down so the timber acted as a bridge and didn’t push the walls out. I’d be investing in an engineer to have a look and maybe save the old beam as is!

[@Lady.MD67]

I like that idea, good thinking.

[@brendathoms5588]

I think Mick likes Yannis a lot ,they seem to work well together . You all work so hard ! Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year ❤️

[@aliciacook8372]

1st, Yanis, when it comes to demolition. Yanis is a pure animal taking down the walls. I'm glad to see everyone is wearing their hard hats. Thank you Billy for showing how you forge on. It's wonderful to see your dad helping too.

[@jennifercampbell7698]

Except Mick

[@merrileeheard3889]

Billy, I think the convent is trying to tell you that opening the upper floors, to make larger suites, leaving a hallway down one side is the way to go ❤

[@UHNWI777]

WHY isn’t this series on BBC?! Addicted to everything about it! Keep them coming 🙏🏻

[@elilian7105]

It's better than anything on BBC or on television in general IMO, the same goes to The magical Moons' channel, I love it and found it through the Petericks, better than anything I've seen on TV both of them, good people doing good things.

[@daxcoco1229]

No! I stopped paying the BBC years ago 😊

[@belle6219]

No! They are doing it THEIR way. They were already involved with a TV show back when they were renovating the chateau and got screwed over.

[@James-f6f5g]

Oh I've not got to that yet.​@@belle6219

[@nicolaablett7790]

The original walls and ceiling structure are amazing

[@jonwebb5241]

I’m enjoying the archaeology of the chateaux. What an amazing 18th century construction with hand tools, and all the trades needed!

[@mauricerichard3611]

Yanis deserves a proper pair of safety boots considering he is a one man wrecking ball. Crazy energy that man has !!

[@saudilass]

Have had the thought a few times but more so since you started the demo on the nuns cells. How much they have tried over the years to 'future proof" their beautiful convent. So much thought and money has been put in by the sisters trying to make their convent suitable for modern living. I hope they are as happy as we are to see you do the exact same with such sympathy and thought for the building past and future.

[@virginiaalderson4793]

If only you could go back in time and see how the original building looked when it was originally completed. What a magnificent building it must have been. 😊

[@JaneiroRoad-mm5zv]

Would love to learn more about Yannis, bet he's had an interesting life.

[@jotann6430]

Yanis is thoroughly enjoying the destruction bit 😂👍🏼 I’m also perplexed that this construction passed inspection? Surprisingly this setup didn’t catch fire 😳

[@barbaraibberson6580]

The nuns treasure. Good quality seasoned wood that would be a fortune to buy. Plus the joy of demolition I can see the smiles on all of you. Great job. Don't hang about Get Cracking!! 🤩

[@JanMcCarter-l6u]

I love seeing Dad help out when he can. Yanis is really a solid mate to always be on the front lines of any work. He is awesome. Already missing Michael. Thank you so much for sharing the reno of this AMAZING building! Best wishes always.

[@rostallar4243]

MERRY CHRISTMAS to everybody working at the convent, & those who have worked at the convent, also all your followers. Have a safe & happy holiday everyone. Have a happy & prosperous NEW YEAR. CHEERS🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺. These suites are going to be amazing.

[@TheHavasu_77]

After seeing what you did with the kitchen, I’m so excited to see this library build!! ❤

[@marshahill562]

Yanis, please be careful. You are wearing shoes that will give you no protection against nails. It is fun to watch you work because your enthusiasm is contagious. It certainly is fun to work in the deconstruction stage.

[@neild2148]

Instead of replacing the out of level beam you could reinforce it with flitch plates or reinforcing bars set it grooves with resin. A common method used in historic buildings restoration. If the floor above is out of level it can be locally levelled.

[@Lady.MD67]

That sounds good, hopefully he will read the comments.

[@davidlind5393]

Yes. Also I wonder if the beam was sagged from the beginning of construction? The key would be if the ends are not pulling out of the wall, or otherwise showing signs of having settled and become unstable it may be smarter to follow the above comment. It might save you a ton of cash to get a structural engineer with background in old buildings to give you an assessment and give some “work around” ideas. I love the channel and wish I could be there to lend a hand.

[@lindacushing7780]

Yanis is a hard worker, I'm hoping Simon is back soon. I miss seeing him and Yanis working together.

[@TR-rz1xt]

Excellent progress Billy, lovely to see it coming on. All the best to you all for the holiday season, whatever everyone's doing. 🤗❤️⭐️

[@DebDunster-me4um]

Listening to Billy is like listening to my Da...he was with the Royal Canadian Engineers Corps for 26 years...always good solid advice and always prepared for roadblocks ahead when constructing or wiring anything. Could listen to this all day long .

[@faeryvixenetc]

the Slo Mo makes everything look so epic... Time lapse is cool too for this kind of work 😊

[@hayatwy]

I am happy to see your father helping, Memories being made that someday will become priceless

[@meri8746]

Amen! ❤

[@timburdick6207]

Hey Billy, it’s been great fun watching everyone have a go at demolition! Here is an idea for fund raising for the new library. Save all that wall paper! Cut it up into 150 to 200 mm squares and sell them to folks that may want a piece of the Convent. There is no dought you will make a small fortune as I believe many people would love to have a piece of the Convent! Good luck with the library builds and will look forward to more renovation videos.

[@BradA68]

Demo almost all of the top two floors , maybe not your offices . Find, and hopefully fix , all the structural problems . Start rebuilding with a " clean slate ". MOST IMPOTANTLY !!! SAFTY GLASSES !!! I lost an eye to a flying nail . Proper Work Boots Too Please .... We want to see this Great Team finish the job !

[@Jimbo-2024]

Fascinating demolition project with one major concern! The good Lord gave us only one set of eyes - you must protect them from all the dust and debris flying about. And Yannis, I once stepped on a rusty nail from a demolition project because I was wearing the wrong shoes. PLEASE, be careful.

[@laurenglass4514]

Everyone that appears on The Prethericks and their friends channels are amazing in their interests and hard work. I hope all of you have a wonderful, productive holiday season. Very deserving of good friends and family. Stay well and strong

[@marielenejarno423]

Billy vous devriez acheter des chaussures de sécurité pour Yanis, il n'a pas le droit de travailler sans. S'il marche sur un clou, il y va de votre responsabilité. Bravo à tous pour tout ce travail acharné.👍👏👏

[@juliejohnson-hunt7134]

Sad to see the dodgy construction that the nuns paid hard earned money for. I was so excited to see the original oak walls. I was waiting on seeing how those walls were built. Billy you are right, the demo is the fun part. Yannis is a one man wrecking ball. 🎉🎉❤❤ Happy Christmas!

[@karenniehues4786]

In some respects, Yannis reminds me of how Steve demoed the concrete block walls in the kitchen. He doesn’t have Steve’s power but he has the gusto!!!

[@TR-rz1xt]

Hard earned money?! Would have come from the Vatican most likely. lol

[@James-f6f5g]

I would think at the time it was done it was state of the art.

[@NeilABliss]

Wonder if the sagging beams are part of what is causing the elevator to be of kilter? Replacing saggy beams is never easy, but often fixes more than the obvious.

[@merrileeheard3889]

I was thinking the same thing!

[@kellybishop6451]

Wow! That is a monstrous beam! Can’t wait to see how far it goes. What a great demolition team Mick, Yannis, and Billy! Finding out what is behind those walls is an adventure! Thank you for sharing! Have a very Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year! Lots of love to all of you!

[@marthariddlegarcia2991]

Wow! Janis is a force to be reckoned with. It looked so satisfying seeing that piece of wallpaper come away in one fell swoop. Billy your dad is no slouch either. Still a lot of work left in him. Reminds me of my father in law. Just celebrated 98yrs and going strong. Good job guys.

[@thomas-i5o7h]

I am noticing that as you remove the doors to the rooms and open up the walls , that is letting in more light and the hallway is looking less old dark and dreary as the project progresses.

[@The1952trouble]

Yanis,thank you for All you do to help Billy with the renovation. Billy I do hope you dad takes care of himself and doesn't overdo working. Have a Merry Christmas to All.

[@kathybell7407]

Billy, Your Dad is totally AMAZING!!!! I love seeing I’m working with everyone! You,Michael and Sadie he’s every where and always working!! Cracking on was invented by your I think 🎉🎉🎉🎉😂😂😂😂 I just can’t say enough about your wonderful Dad!!!!! Your entire family and hard working!!! Hum….. wonder where you all got it from? Your Mom is so very special as well ❤ Thank you for filming all you do! It’s very entertaining to me as well as all of us who watch! So CRACK on with CARE as you begin the upstairs!! I’ll be here watching it all!!! With love to you all and a very MERRY CHRISTMAS 🎄🎁 🎅🏼🤶🏻☃️❄️ Kathy Washington State 🇺🇸👋🏻🎄🎁

[@sherrylelee8274]

Cracking on is an English expression 😉 not invented by Billy but Billy certainly has made the ‘saying’ international 😅

[@sniderspider7034]

I see this library project going on for the whole year of 2024... and the plastering that is gonna take.... oh my my... then there's the ongoing chapel and finishing the kitchen. Fun times ahead for the vlog world I think.

[@jillychandler]

It is so wonderful to see your Dad doing all this work! He is showing his sons the meaning that hard work pays off. xxx

[@betpatpatten3840]

You can make a fortune, selling, move extra doors, and they molding around the doors as well as the sinks if you were very careful about taking them down. Remember how you guys searched the antique shops to find just the right chairs and things for the château when you were redoing it up? There's lots of people out there, working very hard to restore their château to what it was in the old days. So be gentle, taking those sinks down as well as any doors you wanna take down and get rid of as I'm sure somebody will want to buy them!I know it's a small thing, but it does add up to help cutting the cost of all the remodeling you're doing in that huge building. You're doing such a beautiful job, but I hate to see waste!

[@suzieq2958]

He already covered why the sinks can't be saved in a previous episode and all the good stuff he's saving 😊

[@sophiapappas2217]

Good day from Athens Greece! I noticed today that you Dad isn't wearing a hard hat!!! Safety first! Keep us the very thorough renovation you all are doing! Impressive! Wishing you all a Blessed Christmas and New year!

[@angelavan478]

Cover the organ and everything in the kitchen (including chandelier), so you don't get dust into & onto all of it. Maybe seal off chapel & kitchen completely? I would open windows as well--no matter that we think we are working in a different are of the house, the dust & debri end up everywhere. Even after job is done, you'll still be cleaning those other rooms.

[@kristinwhitworth410]

I agree! Dust is insidious!!

[@tophsmommy]

Dad is having entirely too much fun with demo. 😊

[@thegirlatthebeach3221]

Yannis has to be one of the hardest workers ive ever seen! He's priceless! Glad to see you appreciate him.

[@lauralindmark8379]

A comment for Alex..... I LOVE the music chosen for the videos. You are doing a "smashing" job!! Thanks!

[@katschs3965]

Alex, we need a playlist! Your music choices are so spot on and memorable. Would love listen to some of them again.

[@treehouse5577]

Agree I love the music. Please let us know.

[@AmyLouiseDens]

Bravo! A soundtrack to the convent renovation called CRACK ON!

[@susanpera2131]

I’ve used the Shazam app to find the music and buy on Apple. Love the music!

[@shelleypoole6415]

You fellows need a work shoe sponsor, save your toes! Great work everyone.

[@charleswest3008]

Hi Billy, really enjoying the demolition from here in my home just outside of Vancouver. Can't help but notice though that Yannis is doing that demolition in his running shoes! It's almost inevitable he's going to step on a nail or worse doing the demolition work. Plese encourage him / help him to get a pair of work boots. Keep up the great work!

[@originalsusser]

Thinking about the beautiful old doors from each of those rooms and their possible reuse I was wondering if, because you have so many, maybe a skilled carpenter could splice part of one door onto another to make a full height door that you can reuse on the eventual accommodation rooms when they are built. Cannot get enough of watching this series. Really enjoyable seeing you all every day cheers from Australia

[@grannyrosie1]

He stated before demo started he was saving all doors, frames and any wood to be used again somehow. He is even saving small scraps as kindling

[@vivienanderson603]

Great seeing you, your dad and Yanis cracking on inside the convent. So interesting seeing how the walls were made way back when. How’s Michael getting on with the organ tuning?

[@lucykitty6492]

Think the organ project is all done. Might want to check end of last week episodes.

[@vivienanderson603]

@@lucykitty6492 I saw that video but I thought he was doing tweeking/tuning this week and practicing carols. Can’t wait to hear him play more on the organ. He’s so talented 😊 as are the whole crew x

[@annettesharrock1236]

Well done Billy , Mick and Yanis on demolition. Yanis seems to be in his element when knocking things down. Loved watching. Crack On😘

[@rosemariedeschenes7013]

Another great team effort. It’s mind boggling that an entire oak forest was used to make the frame of this convent. Looking forward to tomorrow 😍😘

[@Mudjie50]

Y'all are just ploughing through that demolition. It was always my favorite part of renovating! Yanis is a great asset to the team and funny too! Crack On!

[@MaryLawrence-c8v]

Yeah!Received my prints today!I'm over the moon excited!Thank you Michael they are so lovely!❤

[@HiLara50]

It’s great having Alex to film but I really miss the banter of the old days. Hysterical! Also Billy’s music was on point. Not sure how much more slow motion I can take tho 😬 Crack on ❤

[@lucretciaseven4873]

Boy howdy, Yannis is a powerhouse, I don't think I've ever seen a more hard working fellow Billy is fortunate to have him as part of his team.

[@mindymorales7273]

Every video, I am amazed by the quality of the editing. That, along with the excellent music, good content, and likeable people, makes this truly one of my favorite KZbin channels. Fantastic! Looking forward to many months more.

[@damealeta3541]

I must say that it appears Yanis either had a great work ethic before he started with you or he's picked it up because he's a really hard worker! This is getting to be exciting! 💚

[@KatieWest-fv2ew]

Billy, I'm waiting for you to find some hidden surprises in those walls!

[@sharonanderson346]

Whew! You've got a lot of demolition to do! Take care! Backs aren't replaceable! This is by far the most amazing you tube show! Thank you for bringing all of viewers with you! Great job!!!

[@roberthaffey9493]

I’m sure you’ve thought of this yourself but I’ve seen old doors used to make raised panel walls and I’ve seen them used to make headboards and footboards for bed frames. Thanks for your enjoyable, entertaining and informative videos! Warm regards, Bob (San Diego, CA)

[@martemacdougall1985]

A lot of progress Billy! Personally I'm looking forward to seeing all the 2tone peach and apricot wall and hallway areas gone. Those colors "suck the life out of your eyes ". The beam looks enormous? Tomorrow perhaps will tell a more revealing story. Also a Happy Winter Solstice to you ALL. 🌳 🌲 🤶💚

[@dublinvanlife466]

It's like our house but on a much bigger scale! We had beams dropped and floors dipping. Your channel inspired us to do daily vlogs of our work and I have to say it's a great way to document the process as you quite often forget just how far you have come.

[@user-yz7ds7rn9b]

Steel toed boots for everyone! Men at work! Great team!

[@deborrastrom8559]

As a woman .....I would love the demo part of it...soo much fun. Rebuilt a 100yr old house before & the demo was fun. But I love painting & decorating too. 😉 look forward to the Library build too love books & Libraries. ❤ Crack-On! Love watching Mic Pethrick with Anyone he is a professional 👌. Yannis is the perfect assitant > turning professional overnight. Billy is just like Michael > laughing while working & Love ❤️ the explaining & thoughts. Music is great Mr. 📷 man. 🎉

[@barbarasmith2693]

Yannis has got a Jack Russell Terrier's energy. He gives everything his all, with speed and enthusiasm. I've really loved seeing him get more comfortable on camera and getting to see his sense of humor. Great camera work, as always, Alex. I particularly loved the footage where you could simultaneously see Billy on the outside of the room whilst Mick and Yannis were taking apart the interior. Great angle you had there. What a load of work you all got done in just a few days! I admire your ability to take construction hiccups in stride, Billy.

[@JudithChestnut]

Wow! This is epic and Alex’s video and editing skills make it leap right out at you. I think architectural students need to watch this. The good, the bad, and the ugly of building construction.

[@donnamass9576]

WHAT a Team. Everyone of you. And once Alex is done with his magic, he wraps it up for us with sounds, music and… From where I sit, this is FUN.

[@kaye-q1k]

I am not sure who is enjoying the demolition the most but you Gus really get a lot done in a day.Great videography.

[@roywills5387]

It's a big project (maybe keep you busy 30 years) and it all needs doing so you're never behind, just not doing the floors in the order you thought you would be.

[@stephaniegaromon3244]

Billy, your positive, cheery attitude certainly creates a happy work environment and brings out the best in those working with you. Yannis is a powerhouse. What a super good man and always anticipating his cue to say, “Crack On”.! Your dad looks like he’s in his happy place. His smile says it all. I had to laugh to myself watching Yannis pull the wallpaper off with ease whereas Ryan struggled with scraping, steaming and more scraping in the convent apartment. Obviously two different types of wallpaper, but quite funny nevertheless. Alex, I always have to say beautiful, and wonderful filming and editing. xx

[@johnwilliamtuckey2796]

You've got really good people helping you Billy, between Yanis and your amazing father Mick !

[@timc3600]

Great progress. Yanis is a machine. It would be nice to see some safety shoes with the metal plates in the bottom for all those involved, given how many nails are holding the whole thing together and how long someone would be out of action when they stand on one of them.

[@timc3600]

@@janetpendlebury6808 Its called Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), you should read up on it.

[@lhmcd5538]

I wish I had tradesman like you Billy who clean up after themselves. It makes such a difference. Wow, there were dodgy builders in the convent. The demolition is very interesting to watch. Thank you. May you all please take care and stay safe. Louisa. 👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️🤩🤩🤩🎄🎄🎄

[@lhmcd5538]

@@janetpendlebury6808 True. 😀

[@robinwalters634]

Dad seems to be having way to much fun..

[@anontwou]

It's always a good day when a false ceiling comes down!

[@maggievh8844]

Please please get Yanis some work boots. He almost stepped on some very large nails that would have gone through his sole and into his foot. Safety first.

[@maggievh8844]

@@janetpendlebury6808 my, my my…. Bottom line is either he buy them or they get them… He needs a pair of work boots. End of discussion. Have a nice day.

[@ddoc1964]

Love the series, Billy. Can you do my house next? One small piece of advice - lots of youtubers have a run out to their vids, which gives us all time to like ( and/or subscribe). If you add some closing shots, much like the opening, it gives people like me, who are caught up in the action, to click the like button. Other than that, this is great to watch real experts transform old buildings into something fantastic. Crack on.