City Code Enforcement OFFICER Showed Up At The SAME TIME I Did

One day I was driving around my neighborhood and noticed this overgrown property. I knocked on the door and nobody answered. I decided to return the next day & give this property a free makeover. After countless failed attempts to reach the owner, it seemed as if this place was just abandoned due to the neglected condition of the property/home itself. When I arrived to clean this place up, the city code enforcement officer showed up at the same time (awkward). He didn't exit his vehicle. We just stood there both for about 15 minutes until he decided to leave. I think he just assumed I was there to mow it down. Was he going to site this homeowner for a violation? I am not sure. But I hope we saved them from a ticket.
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[@shqa574]

When you drove off, the neighbors emerged from inside their homes, and asked, "Who was that masked man?" Someone replied, "It was the Lawn Ranger." You did well, Jedi Fill.

[@cheryl2103]

😂

[@just-dl]

Well played….

[@johnmjovino6495]

Awesome !!

[@donnaleveron6511]

Smiling, thank you!

[@2loverkids144]

🤣🤣🤣

[@ruthstory2277]

Clearly something has happened to the homeowner. The yard was cared for at one time. Thank you Fill.

[@billrobbins5874]

Very nice job! Looks as if it was once really well cared for. 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@j.h.3777]

I was wondering if anyone checks inside the house for a dead body after no response for so long.

[@gertdijksra3706]

Now it is looking great. Everyone is thinking that the homeowner gave the order while he is maybe dead.

[@arneanka4633]

@@j.h.3777 One of these free mowings resulted in the discovery of a crime scene. May have been a dead body since the smell gave it away. It was a guy with a big beard, don't recall his name.

[@LoriL010]

@@arneanka4633 I saw that one also. He was with his wife. The police came and there was indeed someone deceased inside. It was sad.

[@kimberlygell8933]

Lots of respect for a lawn guy that actually uses a rake. And picks up the mess, not just mulches it into more of a mess. Cudos. Thanks for the good content.

[@SilverFlame819]

Mulching works great for small amounts, but I think this home would have had a foot of it sitting on the lawn if he'd done that! *lol*

[@mari.s752]

I made the mistake of mulching tall grass and weeds into the lawn many years ago. The mulch got very hot in the summer sun and killed the lawn. Ended up having to reseed the entire yard. I won't make that mistake again.

[@StevenCampsOut]

@@mari.s752 It became a hot compost pile that's why.

[@annalankford2229]

Yes. The rake is wonderful and not often seen on these videos

[@Susan-oe1ht]

I noticed that too

[@shrodingerschat2258]

Just looking at the retaining walls alone, someone at one time had put a lot of care and effort into making this a pretty little home and for whatever reasons (health, financial, etc.) is no longer able to maintain it the way they once did. It's touching to see someone take the time to revive it back to some of its former beauty!

[@linjp2773]

Yes, that was my thought! Someone once loved this yard--perhaps it may even have been done by a previous owner.

[@randyhillman4783]

Well said

[@cherylmoniz4012]

the amazing neighbour with the flag flying is so typical of the lack of sense of community that has shown itself all too often ; too ready to damn others ,too indifferent to others needs; as a disabled retired nurse sadly seen all too often ; shame on all of them ; Fill YOU ROCK ; btw the city should compensate those in need and above all those earth angels like YOU who HELP THOSE IN NEED ;one human family yup one big family ; most pensions are borderline poverty ;sometimes choosing between food and paying workers is what we live with plus neighbours who do not make eye contact ; YOU ARE A godsend ;many blessings to You ;

[@lindadenny4923]

From a senior,it’s heartwarming to see there are still young men like yourself in this world !!! God Bless you !!!

[@Mebuggiefan]

The world needs more people like him who actually care about others.

[@cattypatti360]

I'm going to need someone like him soon, which is why I take care of my neighbor's lawn now. Karma.

[@user-bv3bn1gf5k]

Amen

[@kimberleyhosmer5997]

I think you should leave a business card so they know that it wasn’t the city that came out to do it. It will relieve any anxiety they may have about being charged for it.

[@corneliusva]

I don't think any cities anymore actually send anybody out to do this kind of cleaning up yards because it's probably too expensive for them to do so. If you look at any City Crews doing work it takes like 12 people to do one thing. That's why I do appreciate what this man is doing. Now I know not all cities are like that but a lot of are.

[@richareno233]

As someone who rides a motorcycle, I want to not only thank you for doing this to help these people, but also for not spitting the clippings into the street where they could cause a bike to wreck. Thank you.

[@gregbenwell6173]

Yeah good point!!! I used to ride too!!!

[@nanaberry4120]

I agree. I hate when people blow all their cut grass and trimmings out in the street. It’s like sweeping the floor in your house and emptying the debris in your neighbor’s living room.

[@sadjaxx]

I never thought of that being a hazard to motorcycles! I always hate people who do that because it clogs up the storm drains and causes flooding

[@richareno233]

@@sadjaxx Yep, too much grass on the street and it's like hitting an ice patch on a bike.

[@palecelery]

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[@mirnaalmendarez702]

I think people like you are awesome you go around, helping others who can’t do for themselves because of lack of income. You save people from fines and you help them out God bless you for it. I know you make your money with KZbin, but you deserve more. God bless you for not charging. God bless you for helping folks who are in need.❤❤

[@mr2miach]

I really love houses like these. The front walkway was curved, there was character behind that house. All too often these cookie cutter homes are just boxes with a square front yard and no character. You made this home look inviting once again. Good job!

[@serbowl61]

VERY TRUE!!! I hate that designers want to have cookie cutter homes... I preferred their own home design. Well say!!!

[@Selvarin]

Sh*t's true. Today's homes have no character.

[@probablynot1368]

It appears that someone had once poured a great deal of love into that property. I wish that neighbors would at lease mow and trim the front yard, as these unkempt properties are ripe for squatters to invade. At 23:40, it appears that someone has already attempted entry through the corner window, as they’ve tried to pry the window screen.

[@sandrasloan7115]

What a transformation. It is a shame that neighbors don't run their mowers over their next door neighbor's yard when they are doing their own. Maybe the owner has gone to nursing home, or died even. But it would certainly improve their own property to keep it mowed and trimmed. Thank you for doing this. Well done.

[@BurbSK-bi2wh]

Good suggestion but at times it may backfire . I used to do it for my neighbors , and the more I did the more they expected me to do . One day I stopped doing it and they had the balls to get an attitude with me. No good deed goes unpunished .

[@tanyamckinnon5376]

Our neighbors and us take care of each other's property

[@kelleyporter1338]

Yeah I have never figured out why neighbors don’t lend a hand I’m sure they know the story. I’m not saying weed wack and everything just the mower when you do yours. It also makes your yard look better unless your paying someone to do yours.

[@joyelmes7814]

It cannot be easy navigating your way around a strange garden, not knowing what is hiding in the overgrown verbiage. Wires, kids toys, pet cemeteries and bits of old hoses and ornaments. I really admire what you do to help people out. When someone gets ill and has to go to hospital and then needs to convalesce, a garden can get really overgrown in no time, and is a daunting task to sit and worry about. Thank you.

[@vonakenyon7981]

Frankly I am amazed that you didn't have creepy neighbors calling the cops on you. Well done. The world needs more people like you.

[@bluejbones]

Not every neighborhood has creepy people although they do seem to be multiplying in areas where they have never been before. 😮 Good job. Blessings on you

[@alicedelgado4847]

😯O.M.G. poor man he's working by himself and people should appreciate this kind man n I ask myself (WHY ) is he doing this being an Lawn Officer n you can tell he's doing it out of his Heart God bless you always n what state is this

[@daveaf5281]

Hello police? There is a man with a truck full of lawn equipment mowing my neighbors lawn. He looks suspicious. Can you please send a unit?

[@sherilynl4038]

as much as i love these videos, and see the service given to the owner and the neighborhood, i often wonder how this is not trespassing? hmmmm

[@franceshorton918]

Sherilyn - as long as he has asked permission of the resident, and they agree, he is then "an invitee" and can proceed. No trespass.

[@lydiabedo2303]

You don’t realize how much work it is to do someone’s lawn until you watch the video. You really cleaned it up and I know the neighbors appreciate it too!! Awesome

[@beckyelliott2871]

GOOD NEIGHBORS HELP THOSE IN NEED, AND THERE WAS AN OBVIOUS NEED IN THAT NEIGHBORHOOD. WHAT KIND OF NEIGHBORS WOULD LET SOMEONE’S YARD GET THAT OVERGROWN BEFORE CHECKING IN ON THEM, OR PITCH IN -LIKE YOU DID- AND DO IT THEMSELVES? SHAME ON THEM! LOVE YOUR NEIGHBORS AS YOURSELVES! Jesus- Sermon on the Mount

[@probablynot1368]

What kind of neighbors would let this happen? I’ll tell you. We had a cantankerous, very opinionated, elderly woman who lived down the street from us. Most of the neighbors despised her because she fed ferrel cats on her property, but the uneaten cat food would attract skunks, raccoons, and rodents. These cats would spray, fight, and defecate on the eight properties of our cul-de-sac. She finally realized the cat situation was out of control, contacted animal control, and had 21 cats removed. Problem solved, except for her ornery ways. She was well into her 80s, and I suspected not as sharp as she once had been, so I reached out a kind hand to check on her. Yes, she needed help, and had gone through a number of gardeners (mostly the mow-and-blow guys) because they said she wasn’t paying them. Her daughter was handling her finances, and swore they were being paid; however, it was later discovered that the daughter was robbing mom’s accounts for her own living expenses. Rather than get her upset with the sound of our lawn mower and trimmer, we waited for her to go to, or be taken to, lunch on Saturdays. We quickly mowed her small lawn, edged the sidewalk, trimmed whatever branches needing trimming. Sometimes, we ran out of time and quietly returned for some nighttime removal of plant debris that we’d thrown behind her fence gate. She was way too proud to admit that she needed help. What did we get out of it? Elimination of cozy spots for the skunks to return to, a tidy property at the end of the cul-de-sac, and increased property values for those of us needing to sell our houses in the coming years. BTW - She invited me into her house on a number of occasions (sometimes just for a cup of tea, sometimes just to plug in an activate a new telephone), and I was absolutely astounded by the treasure trove of antiques and museum-quality objects she had amassed when she traveled with her (now deceased) husband to various military assignments around the world. They were witnesses to so many world events that happened during post-WWII, Korea, Vietnam. They’d led amazing lives, and it turned out she was so cantankerous because he died, their closest friends had died, and her world got very small when she could no longer drive her car. I’m glad that we were able to help her out by maintaining her yard an performing minor handyman jobs that kept her home safe to live in.

[@kirppuntutti]

@probably not Great story! Loved it.

[@dechendolma4494]

You are a unique guy, one in a million. No thought of reward. The world would be a better place if more people helped others. Well Done.

[@hawkseyemobileautodetailin3708]

He's not doing this for free. He makes money from KZbin. There is a lot of lazy slobs with all kinds of excuses on why they're slobs.

[@billiemontgomery8646]

FACT!

[@nathanbrashier5832]

Agreed!!

[@Kathy-yo6tq]

100% agree

[@andrewthompson9112]

Besides the large amount from being monetized by utube

[@maryjeanweatherly1922]

I have been completely absorbed in watching It is nice that there are some people that are still willing to help people in need.

[@enriquegomez260]

I can’t say anything that has not already been said. Good things will come to you and your family because of all the good you do!

[@marettastephens5680]

It is obvious that the original owner cared about his home, all the nice brick work.etc.. It is a shame how it has been neglected. You are at the top of your game,per usual.

[@janegandeza3359]

Its really hardwork you have sone there without compensation.Salute to all the people like you who do charity.

[@allaboutroofing2]

His compensation comes in form of KZbin revenue. With over 400k views, he made far more on this job than if he had charged and cut grass for a living rather than uploading the act of goodwill.

[@honignoname98]

@@allaboutroofing2 win win

[@KatrinaRoseT]

You taking the time to pull the weeds from the flower beds rather than just cutting deserves much respect!

[@sals571]

I'm always glad to see that you pick up all the really long grass cutting before leaving. And that you do your job in what I think is the right order...trim /weed wack FIRST and then mow. That way all the long, trimmed stuff gets picked up and mulched with the grass, not left to smother it. Great job on using your talents to help others! ❣️

[@xusmico187]

You are the US American I fought for. USA needs more like you...

[@Jennifer62389]

Of all the free lawn jobs I've seen on KZbin you're the first one I've seen that actually pulls those tall, plant like weeds instead of mowing them down. Your way makes them take longer to come back. Nice job.👍👏👏😥

[@thecloneguyz]

In Washington State you have to pull the tansy weeds by the root you're not allowed to cut them

[@Jennifer62389]

@@thecloneguyz I'm in Seattle but never heard that.

[@joeyhazlett]

It probably comes down to this being part of the advertising budget. These free lawn jobs are meant to be advertisements for the services they provide, and hopefully the people who benefit from the free job will want to pay them to continue maintaining their yard. If you stop the stuff from growing back after a week or two by pulling the roots, those people may be hesitant to pay for the weekly service since the job was done "too well." It makes more sense to mow them down and let them grow back over the course of a week or two so it looks like a professional is actively needed to keep nature at bay. On a job like this where there is no potential customer because the house appears abandoned, there's no point in letting it grow back quickly. Just kill it completely so it at least looks presentable for a little while longer with less future maintenance work. Maybe one day the owners will show up, see his card stuck in the door frame with the note informing them what happened and who to call, and give him some business.

[@FYITampaBay]

You do a great job. What is really awesome is that this video has been up for 10 months and you have 1,700,000 views! People like myself that find it somehow satisfying to watch a yard be transformed from a jungle to a civil environment. You do good work!

[@user-fw7jx6rd7w]

That home was once loved. Thank you for giving it some TLC.

[@debbietanton6798]

I dont know why but watching these lawn recovery videos are so calming to me!! Thank you for helping others.

[@jacquelinemiller1260]

I find the same thing

[@tanyamckinnon5376]

Me too

[@maryskinner1329]

When I have a headache I’ll watch these or Amir international street barber / massage .Don’t have the sound on but it relaxes enough that my headache goes away. Also when overtired these are good to watch. Very soothing for us but tiring work for the man doing the work.

[@tanyamckinnon5376]

@@maryskinner1329 so funny when I saw your name I thought it was my ex first name was a bit off by one letter

[@maryskinner1329]

@@tanyamckinnon5376 🇨🇦

[@CheckDare]

Unlike many ordinary and neglected places, at some point in the past this was a much-loved and very pretty little piece of property. Well done showing what used to - and still could possibly - be, Fill.

[@Elizabeth-tb5wh]

I thought the same thing. All the raised flower beds and lovely plants that were overgrown. At one point this had to have been a lovely yard and property. Sad when circumstances make it impossible to tend your property properly. Bless this young man’s heart! ❤️

[@LeannaRuthJensen]

Hopefully now that it is cleaned up someone will see the potential and make it a home again. It really is a lovely place.

[@lindarahmeyer2668]

I'm always so curious about the property owners, especially when it is obvious from the plants, raised beds, retaining walls etc., that at one point someone had great pride in maintaining a lovely yard. Are there no family or neighbors that can help? You provide a wonderful service for others thank you

[@Iflie]

I'm always worried someone died in the house and no one noticed. The yard has so much potential to be lovely.

[@JohnM...]

I always had an immaculate back garden, then became unemployed and went through depression - I’m still searching for a job, but I’m tackling, but by bit, my back garden which has 16 feet hedges, weeds everywhere, oversize plants, and 4 feet tall grass. It brings me out of my depression and gives me a sense of achievement. I think maybe the people in these videos are either lazy, infirm, or too depressed to see the wood for the trees.

[@richmanz447]

This wasn't just lawn care, this was God's work done here.

[@whammond511]

That is a beautifully landscaped yard. You can’t imagine what has happened to folks that they’ve let it go to such a state. I have to imagine that in cases such as this one it was probably an elderly person who has been moved to a Senior Citizen Care Center. No family to help take care of the property. It then becomes a problem for the neighborhood. I hope the owner IS able to come back as soon as possible. Thanks for doing this good deed!!

[@sylviacrawford7195]

I have always heard over many years that the garden dies with the grander. Makes sense since the yard looks like at one time it was very attractive. The days when people would go out and work on their yards stop and chat with each other- have outdoor cookouts or visit on the porch or deck over some baked goods and good coffee. Now that crowd is mostly gone-unable to take care of things…extended family lives too far away…my son used to drive on our mower to neighbors offering to mow their lawn.. if they tipped him that was a plus but he just wanted to help and do it for nothing. I am sure kids like that are still around but there are just too many folks who need this kind of help but can’t afford it. It is sad but a reality. This wonderful person is incredible… whoever gets lucky to have him stop and do his excellent lawn work must feel like they won the lottery. People like this will be a loss to us all when he no longer will be able to do this. Still a long ways away but it happens to us all. We need to be good neighbors and make the time to help each other no matter how small something is better than nothing.

[@triciac1019]

​@@sylviacrawford7195 what a wonderful comment!

[@walkertongdee]

likely the city fining the dead.

[@whammond511]

@@sylviacrawford7195 My own yard is nearly one such case. I’ve been off my feet with an injury that has refused to heal for over 4 years now. So I haven’t been able to do the yard work like I used to. I went and bought a used rider and that worked out fine. Now it won’t start. I can’t get anyone to look at it and I’ve only been able to get someone to come and mow twice this entire summer. It needed one more mow but now the snow is here so it’s too late. The good news is that my wound is finally healing!! I hope and pray that this time it stays healed!!

[@sandraprudames4098]

Congratulations on you 100 k what I would like is the By-law office working with you on violation cuts. Maybe this home owner is in the hospital or had to go into an assisted facility. This is a beautiful property it wasn’t let go because someone was lazy. You do great work and are always willing to help out God Bless you.

[@jackieostrander9667]

I was watching another lawn care channel, and that was the case. While he and his wife were mowing, he could smell the odd scent. He sent his wife away then called law enforcement.

[@floofypurplefluff9924]

@@jackieostrander9667 Geez!! 😳😱😬

[@NallaZsade]

I also watched that episode. He's another guy up there with Fill. Can't remember his channel, though.

[@lynnew5619]

Was it the lawn Juggernaught? That happened to him.

[@caryladd863]

It was The Lawn Care Juggernaut

[@MrJRoyal76]

It's nice to see someone who goes out and adds goodness to our world. I really respect the attention to detail and hard work. It is something that most people don't have. Thank you for all you do and will do. Subscribed.

[@joanwillard9288]

You are meticulous, and I like that you clean up and take away cuttings. Based on the hardscape, this yard must have been well-maintained at one time. Great job!

[@rednissan96]

I always watch KZbin on my TV so seldom do I leave replays but I have to now. I watch many yard makeovers and hands down, you have the best channel. From weed eating BEFORE you mow and edging and not throwing all that in the yard to mow over, to taking the trimmings with you. You deserve as many subscribers and likes as you can get. Great job guy.

[@theresaphillips1691]

I love your channel!!!! Do you have any help? And take it easy on those knees!!

[@janw9923]

And he pulls things out by the roots to help avoid regrowth!

[@janw9923]

I also appreciates that he cleans up as he goes along.

[@dustymojave]

Sometimes, its a GOOD thing to leave the trimmings on the lawn as mulch. Keeps moisture in, conserving water, which is VERY important in the west (this is in Couer d'Alene Idaho) especially these days, and provides fertilizer at the same time while still looking neat. Sometimes, if the location gets lots of rain, or if it's over-watered, a lawn with mulch will develop fungus and other such issues. In those cases I would de-thatch the lawn, aerate it, re-set the sprinklers to shorter, less often watering, and take away the clippings for a while. The lawn in this video I would have left some mulch, based on how sparse and brown the grass was after. Mulch with grass, not weeds. Not trying to tell Fill how to do his profession, just responding to the multiple comments about how glad they are that he picked up all the cuttings. That's appropriate in some places and some yards, but not universal.

[@raymondcastro7938]

Same here!!

[@thekingtroll2]

A friend on mine buys properties to flip. He took pictures of the houses and all around the house and yards. He was closing on a property. During closing you are not allowed on the property to do any repairs or maintenance until you are handed the keys at closing. Two days before closing the city came out and mowed that jungle down, all around the property. The did little trimming except for around the house. None on any sidewalks, they just mowed. So he got the keys to the house and a note saying they mowed the grass and would put that on his property tax bill. He called the city and some rude woman told him that they put the grass mowing bill on the houses property taxes. He called the mayor and they said he did not owe the mowing fee. So, he got that entire jungle cut down by an eager beaver code enforcement officer who stopped by to check on the grass and found out the home had a new owner. He was mad but was thanked for having it cut because that would have cost him at least three hundred or more.

[@timmy4368]

Shame on the neighbors for allowing it to get that bad. No way in hell I would look at that every day.

[@jamesdanheim3568]

I have been on both sides of stories like this. It warms the hearts of both the giver and receiver. Doing for those who can't. Is a sign of love.

[@NallaZsade]

Wow, the before and after shots blew my mind! You even cleaned up the bushes, and that tree in the front magically appeared when you were done. What a job! You are so professional and caring ❤! I was thinking the homeowner passed and no family took possession or care of this house. Somebody loved it at one time. Blessings, Fill!

[@martinchristian7270]

I thank God for men like you who take care of those who can’t take care of themselves. Well done!

[@MarshaNPILoveCanada]

I read the other comment and they said the owner (including his wife) passed away.

[@0NightRage]

@@MarshaNPILoveCanada That was a different video, not this one. Entirely different person/house.

[@MarshaNPILoveCanada]

@@0NightRage Oh, thank you ^^

[@cjphights8324]

This one is sad because you can tell at one time it was beautifully landscaped. I'm glad you didn't mow down the irises.

[@sherryhable]

You definitely take pride in your work it shows. This yard looks amazing when you finished it I know the owners will be speechless.

[@joannecooper4592]

Great job! You can tell that at one time someone loved working in that yard. It looks so much better now.

[@trueladyicenisha]

With houses like these I wonder if people call in "wellness checks" to make sure the owners are OK. Each situation is different but I have heard too many stories about people passing away in homes and it takes months before anyone notices and calls for a "wellness check" from the police. Love your channel and the work you do. Another job well done 👏 🙌🏽

[@monkey02132006]

I watch another guy who does this. While doing one of these overgrown homes he was on his taller stand on mower and actually did see the homeowner inside. Unfortunately the homeowner had passed and nobody knew.

[@mj-hk6iv]

@@monkey02132006 so sad.

[@vivianchase-williams8508]

Yes, I wonder myself are they sick, elderly, or even broke? What comes to my head is I want to know how many neighbors complained and how many offered the homeowner help? I just don’t know. I do have a question as far as can you go into somebody’s yard and clean it up without permission? Obviously. Have you had any owner feedback?

[@chrisSVT]

@@vivianchase-williams8508 I have the same question as well.

[@jewelezra2383]

No they don't check. They might be asked to help

[@earthmother1917]

I love these sorts of videos. I am 71 and can't cut my own yard and do everything i want. I hire a person to do the cutting and weed eating. I plant the flowers. I feel such a melancholy when I see a house and lawn deteriorate like this. A home is filled with hopes and dreams, sadness and joy. Your returned it to a beautiful spot on 🌍

[@Motoxr32]

Great work! People don’t get how much work this truly is!

[@LonDiffenderfer]

As someone who has needed the kindness of a friendly landscaper when we were going through rough times, I want to say a very sincere, "Thank You!" for doing this. It is terrible to get kicked when you are down by receiving an "ordinance violation" that you cannot avoid because of illness/disability. It is because of kindness like yours that we were able to avoid fines, save our home from being foreclosed, and becoming homeless. Thank you again. I have liked, subscribed, and will also buy you a few cups of coffee. The very best to you and yours! 🙂Oh, and my favorite part was when you found the mask and did the sound effect.

[@sheryjohnson1948]

Nice job! Kudos.

[@savannahsmiles1797]

this year has been ugly for many people and simple acts of kindness can DO so much for those in dire straits. We USE to be a nation that cared...I miss that, but this video shows some folks truly are GOOD people

[@Phlowermom]

If you ever need yard maintenance due to age or infirmity, call your local Boy Scout troop. They're always looking for civic projects!

[@DhyannForester]

@@Phlowermom oh what a great suggestion! It may also provide some company for the elderly or infirmed if they came around once a month or do to clean the person's yard up. So many of our seniors are lacking in human interaction since the plandemic stopped people socializing and checking on their neighbors

[@danahyatt5760]

I’d like to hear this young man’s testimony. God will bless him mightily for loving his neighbor! ♥️

[@MRHEAT20]

What a great act of kindness you guys perform- and who would have thunk I would be sitting here watching a guy cut a lawn 🍻

[@trailtoimprove]

I caught that to. If it was a tv show I would not watched get here I am and it is sooooooo satisfiyng

[@Yes12ok]

WOW you've picked all the grass and dirt instead of throwing it back onto the yard, as the other channels do. Congrats! Subscribed

[@jo9732]

I love how the neighbors never offered to help whoever lived here. What a country we have.

[@teriguerin8371]

How do you know that neighbors did not offer to help? Are you the neighbor that did not offer?

[@RDLASLB]

I appreciate that you did not just "clean up" all the edging plants (along the entry walkway & along the side of the house) and that you preserved that someone might like those plants there. Picking up the hose & putting it back where it was "safer" to be was also a wonderful touch. Thank you!

[@angelapastorius2377]

Was thinking the same thing. Too many landscapers just kill everything. I recognized the rose bush, but the next one I thought was basil for a minute, but not sure what it was. But he knew! If I had a home with money to pay someone to mow and trim the lawn, this would DEFINITELY be the guy I would hire!! Finally ... someone that won't kill the daylillies, lol!

[@triciac1019]

​@@angelapastorius2377 yes absolutely!

[@triciac1019]

This is the kind of guy anyone would want to do their yard. It not.good when the plants are cut down or pulled out along with the weeds.

[@jeffryblackmon4846]

You deserve a Citizen of the Year Award! I am impressed by your generosity and your hard work to accomplish such a challenging job. Congratulations- you're a Great American!

[@user-kc1pv4xo3r]

Thanks for helping to keep America beautiful.

[@tedmoss]

My church group did that in Phoenix, the city was going to foreclose on an 85 year old man and his wife, what a lesson I learned about growing old.

[@lisachaput2952]

You not only help them out, you do a professional job! You don't cut corners, and look like your cutting your Grandma's lawn, with your effort! You're a hard worker, and I'm sure the homeowners feel loved!💯❤️

[@isaachardbottle9973]

Is he using the push mower to pick up the grass clippings?

[@isaiahmeyers2075]

He does cut corners. Sidewalk corners that is

[@jaxjax3494]

This yard looks like it was well maintained at one time. It just got away from them. Great job!

[@valerieneal2747]

@@isaachardbottle9973SERIOUSLY??

[@isaachardbottle9973]

@valerie Neal that’s what a lot of people do

[@carolynkepler2826]

I’ve seen several videos from around the country of guys like you helping people out. It’s extremely touching and commendable. If people want to know what the future looks like, this is it. It counters all the selfishness and meaness we see in the country today❤😍

[@ronpez4564]

Weed Whacking Wizard!

[@rancherbabe7137]

@@dicky7600 bet he’d be surprised to know he made MANY thousands of dollars.

[@gitmoholliday5764]

@@dicky7600 I think about $ 1200,- per million views, a bit depending on the timespan, and skipped advertisements.

[@gitmoholliday5764]

@@dicky7600 that would be a great bonus 👍🤓, it all depends how many, how fast, even interactions or full view etc, I bet if people also click on a advertisement or indeed buy something it can make a difference.

[@donnaneeley9920]

With all that hard work he should get more!!😇😇 He is a amazing person who cares about the people he helps!!! God Bless all his hard work!

[@adamsalisbury3998]

The one thing I really appreciate about your videos compared to all the other channels is that your before and after pics are taken from the exact same same spot. I can’t stand that the other channels do not do this. It gives the proper perspective of what was actually done.

[@michaelandresen9393]

Fill is one of the most thorough workers I've seen on KZbin. This is one of the top makeovers I think I've seen. You turned a hideous yard into a eden again. I bet the homeowner forgot how nice there landscape really was. Everyone deserves a break once in awhile. Good job Fill, keep it up you should be proud!

[@destinydushane2107]

Have you given your business card to all the code enforcement officers? That way they can call you when they come across a yard like this.

[@judykeown]

Generally the city makes money off fines. It depends on the generosity of a specific city employee.

[@tuguybear930]

But then the scumbag money grubbers wont get any cash.

[@shqa574]

@@judykeown I was thinking the same thing. Handing out violations means extra revenue for the City.

[@baldy95307]

I was thinking of something similar...many municipalities that have passed ordinances making it illegal for a stranger to put money in a parking meter to avoid the vehicle getting a parking citation. I suppose that next step will be an ordinance making it illegal for a stranger or volunteer to mow the grass at a residence in order to avoid the residence getting a code violation citation. You'd think it would be all about compliance but unfortunately it has turned into a revenue game.

[@kaysay716]

This gentleman would not have time to support himself if he volunteered to clean up all the neglected properties in the area. Great job Sir!

[@barbaradisbrow8103]

You did a great job cleaning up this place. It's sad to see an abandoned property with no one taking care of it. It always makes you wonder about the story behind it. I'm sure the neighbors were pleased to see it all cleaned up.

[@triciac1019]

Seems to me the neighbors could have helped.

[@JustinAEgan]

I've done this with several neighbors... except - usually I'll wait until I see the neighbor out working on his property first... especially if its a "BIG" involve project. I want to be sure the neighbor has some investment in keeping it up - in the future. I've run into a few folks who get upset...if you offer charity... By 'helping' them ... it seems to go over a lot easier, I like these "GI Bll" development houses. these guys were so happy to get into a nice home. after coming back from war. I see way too many "Upgraded" houses - what seems to happen is the 2nd or 3rd generation can't get qualified for a home loan ... being fixed up, costing way too much after some house-flipper developer finishes them. I've seen this happen on the West coast. by the time they get improved.... It gets turned into million dollar property. The average blue collar worker can't afford to live there any more...property taxes go way up.

[@gregghierholzer]

@@JustinAEgan I am kinda one of those GI guys I have seen many houses I would like to get and fix up, I am sure I can do a lot of the work just can't afford the house itself. And the VA won't fund the ones that need TLC. One day though. So for right now I'm back in school learning a new trade.

[@JustinAEgan]

@@gregghierholzer ... you 'almost' hit the nail on the problem....except its not the VA causing the problem. A VA loan still has to go through a bank or some state, local program(which still has to get funding from a bank or financial institution. My"personal problem" is I like to help people - but I don't make it a habit.... When I was a kid... I used to hang out a local garage. The owner ran me off 9 or 10 times before He let me hang around the shop, after school. I learned how to fix cars, build or re-build motors... for free. The owner Never paid me one cent. the best I could hope for was lunch, a sandwich or maybe a cold soda - every now and then.... I was the shop Go - fer. The "VA" does not finance home loans... all they do is guarantee the loan. Never has, never did - never will. The difference is like having an Uncle, brother or maybe a father, who will "Stand - good for you to buy a house, but will not give you the money, out of his own pocket". Or put up bail to get you out of jail - but he ain't going to sell his house to to do it. It's point is for you to stand on your own 2 feet... to convince some outside person to do the loan. One step removed... some of the hardest money to get from a debt - is "family" debt. i made the mistake of loaning my younger brother money to buy his 1st car... haven't seen that money again - it's been 10, 20 years! ... I'm still pissed about being that dumb.

[@catherinemcphee6574]

My favorite part is that you loaded all those cuttings into your truck and hauled them away. While they are all doing a wonderful act of kindness with the free yard clean ups, so many just chop all that up with their mowers and leave it there. Kudos to you for going the extra mile!!

[@TATTOOFREAK937]

This is all the advertising that Stihl needs for their battery line of equipment. It took all that with no issues, and it didn’t appear that you had to change the battery. 👍🏻

[@dlenderman11]

What an amazing transformation! Not only did you help the homeowners but also the neighborhood!! Thank you Fill for another great video!

[@dianemoonstone4715]

Agree completely.

[@ashleyowens1093]

What a sweet home. Once everything was cleaned up, you could tell that someone put a lot of hard work into that yard (once upon a time). You did a beautiful job.

[@thatguy0424]

Nice to see you went the extra mile and picked up the clipping instead of just mulching everything

[@denisehenrickson-dear7605]

It was so kind of you to help this homeowner. I’m sure there are a lot of reasons they couldn’t keep it mowed. You are an Angel 😇 to many. It it NOT a small thing what you’re doing. 👏🏻❤️👍🏻God bless YOU to you and yours as well.

[@beckyelliott2871]

With all these neighbors’ compliments , wouldn’t you think that they could get together and make this a neighborhood project as a good deed for the owner? If they all pitched in to take turns mowing and removing the weeds,etc, it wouldn’t have gotten this bad in the first place! This would be a “good neighbor” project that some fathers could WORK TOGETHER AND HELP A NEIGHBOR, AND teach their kids compassion for that neighbor while their kids learned to do lawn work and responsibilities at the same time. Also future employment opportunities and “ learn to earn” skills!

[@DonnaMSchmid]

I hate to ask this, but when a home looks "abandoned" like this, doesn't ANYONE (neighbors, police, whatever...) check to make sure the owner hasn't died in the house???

[@DaleRussell2]

Good question!

[@feliciascott6874]

Another you tube lawn care guy, called the lawncare juggernaut, had exactly that happen to him. He worked what looked like an abandoned property and noticed a horrible smell coming from a back window. He called the cops and sure enough the owner had been dead for weeks in his bed. Neighbors never bothered to check on him.

[@2loverkids144]

@@feliciascott6874 I saw that one, it was my first time watching one of these lawn care videos, holy crap I couldn’t believe it! Got me hooked, tho…🤔😏

[@2loverkids144]

@@feliciascott6874 I saw that one, it was my first time watching one of these lawn care videos, holy crap I couldn’t believe it! Got me hooked, tho…🤔😏

[@amyv.simmons7565]

And from the amount of planter boxes, this was a neighbor who at one time was highly visible to the community. The neighbors and the city must know what is going on, from the mail carrier to the people next door.

[@cherylmack1260]

I love what you are doing to help those who can't do it themselves. You are such a needed talent in this day and age when most disabled or elderly having a hard time staying in their homes.

[@marymcguire1870]

Where are your work GLOVES

[@shannonthornton9911]

Thank you for helping these people! I am disabled and it’s so hard to find reliable people to come take care of my yards

[@sandracrosbie8468]

There should be a recognition for people like you who selflessly donates your time and kindness to complete strangers. I have only just come across these videos where generous and kind people do wonderful garden makeovers, just because they want to. It's a heartwarming and amazing gift you give, for nothing in return. You should be very proud of the work you do for no payment. With love from Ireland 🇮🇪

[@KnoopiE1988]

U actually think it was selflessly he making a good wage out of the youtube vids. Then the advertisement for his company. Most likely will leave a not with phone number and gets himself a monthly customer…

[@sandracrosbie8468]

@@KnoopiE1988 I personally think If someone is kind enough to spend their time. Cutting grass and doing an outstanding job on a complete strangers garden. That is selfless. I don't know if you volunteer your time to be a helpful member of society. If you do, then good for you. So what? if he gets paid for the views his videos get on KZbin. That is nobody's business except him. It is also a great advertisement for his company. Again, so what?. In an age where people forget that they are actually people. It really is heartwarming to see that some people still have a shred of humanity in them. Once again. I think that people like this man should get recognition for his kindness. Isn't this a better story than reading about the badness of an entitled population.?. Have a nice day. Maybe you were hungry when you wrote this comment. Which would contribute to your lack of compassion and empathy. If you weren't hungry. Then get a life. Go out to do something for betterment of others. From Ireland 🇮🇪.

[@upsman3721]

One of the best yard transformations I have seen on KZbin. You used tools like a rake and shovel and hauled the debris away for the bonus.

[@raymondcastro7938]

Yep he is the best out there to me anyway!!

[@sonniecampbell1788]

That yard is so pretty with the brickwork and several perennials, was probably one of the better yards at some point. Thanks Fill for tidying it up. Looks terrific! 💚

[@armandocardona6975]

I mostly watch lawn care on youtube and you are the only one who does not cut corners. Simple things likes taking the time to clean up after yourself is incredible.

[@dalekundtz760]

Thank heavens there are people like you who help others in this world just because. The world would be much better if more people helped one another. Hope the owner appreciate all the work you did.

[@lauram7803]

Thank you for doing this. Years ago I had some hardships and was in the hospital for a prolonged period of time. You never know what people are going through.

[@greyman1k]

You, and others in your trade, who perform these services are not only a blessing to the homeowners/residents but also to the neighborhoods and communities. Bravo! Well done!

[@Pudji.Toucan]

I'm unsure, I think it's next Wednesday but it could be Thursday we said to meet up, sorry I forgot, can you remind me please mate. It was the big Tescos on the corner opposite the storage warehouses, right? Also, how is Alan doing? Send him my regards incase he can't make it next week! Cheers dude.

[@that0neunexpectedduck]

@@Pudji.Toucan nah man we meeting at the gas station, also Alan is dead

[@Pudji.Toucan]

@@that0neunexpectedduck is it Thursday or Wednesday though? And shame to hear about Alan, that's unexpected, what happened to him?

[@jbdragon3295]

It would be nice if the younger neighbors could help out the older neighbors. So a house doesn't end up like this.

[@tainindlovu3213]

Thanks dear God bless you

[@maggiemcmac8273]

It is often so sad to see houses like this. Obviously at one time, someone did take pride in their lawn but illness, disability or finances caught them unprepared. Many blessing for doing this.

[@JasonBeeneistheLordGod]

Saving people from the oppressors that temporarily gained power by deception is never a bad thing.

[@moavdi756]

All I kept thinking was that this was someone’s treasured home. Could be the person got ill from Covid and is now convalescing somewhere. Maybe the person passed on and that property is in probate. If you’ve done a wonderful job and a great service to the neighborhood and the city. I would love to know the backstory. It’s a darling little house 🏡 .

[@adrial.8475]

I love how you give every job, no matter how big, the total works. Seeing it all cleaned up and not just knocked down is the best. You put some much care and attention into everything. Love it!

[@jackiemarch5652]

Love watching the edging, the before and after! Love to see the beautifully edged paths, walls and kerbs! Wish I could do mine as good as that!

[@susanl8478]

You are the only lawn guy who still RAKES up the debris!!!!!!!! Makes it so much better ... unless I don't know something!

[@nancyhamblin8509]

I loved the transformation. This one is one of my favorites. Perhaps because I love the charm of these older homes. The neighborhood looks very nice as well. Thank you!

[@CindyMac4104]

Thorough, thoughtful and he makes sure that no stone is unturned and cleaned up in each home, including lawn clippings. Fill is the best of the BEST! Just because someone had this huge tractor doesn’t mean that they are going a great job. Fill is probably one of the best out there, bar none.

[@triciac1019]

I so agree!

[@cherylmack1260]

So agree!

[@patkaiser7177]

What I really like about your videos is that you take the time to clean up the clippings. Many just leave them piled in the grass. Your edging is the best. Beautiful job and what a great yard!

[@allisonisis]

The raking and bagging of the leaves sped up is the most satisfying part of this video.

[@AverytheCubanAmerican]

Wow, what a transformation! A cute house. So sad you can tell someone loved their yard when they were able to work in it. Your attention to detail is amazing particularly considering what you started with and how much less could have been done if you were just trying to prevent a citation. Also appreciated just how efficiently you work. There is no wasted motion and at the same time no taking shortcuts.

[@dwaynecope1914]

I thought the same thing

[@shirleyparr5743]

This was an outstanding job! Yes, that was plain old English Ivy. I’m glad that you didn’t cut down the iris. You were careful with all of their plants. I watch for things like putting the water hose back, getting trees next to the house, pulling up grasses that can be removed and my #1, not leaving all of the grass clippings on a freshly cut lawn. You checked all of the boxes on this one. Beautiful yard!

[@dvancebarnes6484]

Just searched the comments for the word because I couldn't bear to watch if he cut those iris down :)

[@shirleyparr5743]

@@dvancebarnes6484, I totally understand! I watched a gardener remove a gorgeous azalea and viburnum yesterday. The customer wanted rocks, ROCKS in their place! That was painful.

[@chadmark88]

I think I heard that lawn say, "Won't Somebody Help me" ? . . . and SOMEBODY did. Those retaining walls looked SO MUCH better without the grass all around them - a big difference . . and I'm VERY happy that you didn't run over those Iris - even if they were just about finished blooming.

[@doreengelina]

I love when people help each other out...but the amount of mature perrenials and younger trees you cut down.... I would cry.

[@Robin-ni6fs]

Wow! I really thought it would take you two parts to get this done!!! It turned out beautiful!!!!

[@chichitex1252]

What a happy Sunday to watch a lawn video exhibiting man’s kindness to his fellow man. I was so happy you left that tiny clump of irises on front walkway. You’re a great guy and I totally enjoyed your video!

[@donnaleveron6511]

Me too!

[@deborahreardon4875]

It makes me smile and grateful to see people helping each other. Not only do you do a spectacular job, but I learned so much about using the tools you use properly. The before and after pictures show such a huge difference. I truly enjoy these videos. Thank you so very much for sharing them as well as doing what you do. It’s obvious that the home owner wasn’t able to accomplish this huge task. But you could. It’s a huge job that I know took several hours of long hard work. You are amazing as well a as a decent person. A great example of humanity.

[@billmorrison8292]

Whatever happened to good neighbours helping people in trouble??? Glad there are people like you about still.

[@tongakonzarro3610]

Wow, that is a blessing in disguise. If the homeowner was not in the process of finding someone to do what you have done, and arrives and sees what you have done then I bet she would be crying tears of happiness. Keep up the good work, sir.

[@georgemyers6518]

The before/after is outrageous. Fantastic job on that property. That little stander does an incredible job. Keep up the good work.

[@dorothybaker1359]

Fill the people who call themselves gardenrs in California could learn a lot from you, You are a blessing to people who are unable to keep their yards up are blessed with people like you. God bless you for all the wonderful work you do. My Thanks and bless you.

[@5000qwert]

WOW, that yard was a JUNGLE

[@brentallen15]

Quality work by someone who takes pride in what they do. I enjoyed watching.

[@Dohnutz69]

we need more people like you on this planet. another job very well done mate.

[@pamelaremme38]

You tube pays them very very handsomely by the number of views the content creator gets. If he was doing it for free he wouldn't be filming.

[@maximus-hl9jw]

Its sad that there are karens out there that would sue you if you didnt have a contract to do work on the property ive seen guys get sued for 5 to 8 grand for doing free work

[@robinr.9007]

Pamela remme … I’m certain he’s done a LOT of work - from his good heart … without payment. It’s HARD physical labor; (& breathing all that dirt in) in my opinion, KZbin couldn’t possibly pay him enough!

[@pamelaremme38]

@@robinr.9007 Lol, they get paid by views! You used to be able to just google income of you tubers and you would get accurate numbers. They scrubbed the truth in that too. The large channels....20k to 60k per month. smaller ones 60k and 100k per year. The more views the more they get paid.

[@aaronmicalowe]

@@pamelaremme38 I realized that too, but how many years did he have to do it for free before the income became enough to make it a full time job? You reap what you sow in this world.

[@antpurple8292]

I remember when u started with one tractor and I can see the lord has been good to u keep up the wonderful work

[@TanjaHermann]

Looks like somebody had all the good intentions for this yard, with the wooden planters etc. - and then life got in the way somehow. Thanks for making somebody's life a little easier!