How I got started in excavation

Explaining my first few experiences with excavation, and talking about the first machines I bought.

[@turfcommando9216]

Andrew Camarata One thing I admire is your determination and your humble spirit.

[@wisecracker3343]

That's two things.

[@kjacoby]

Wise Cracker hahahah

[@stefanvanveenendaal5741]

'Painting it doesn't make it run' - Best quote of the day! If only it did... Haha

[@Rattlerjake1]

But those paint jobs make it sell quicker and for more! If I'm going to buy a lawn ornament, it's gotta look good! BWAHAHAHA!

[@mikeroy9528]

I loved it too!

[@slwtype]

Like in the home mechanic car world saying "chrome won't get you home "

[@liamailiam]

doesnt make it run in itself. but it does make it run better :)

[@quinnpjmcb7162]

I'm always skeptical when I buy something used that was freshly painted for some reason I always think they're hiding something.. And in my experience I've been right so far

[@ser1jxm]

Andrew is a human version of a honey badger. Boundless energy. Utter determination. Never gives up. We need more like this guy.

[@ronaldhay1470]

Good Description

[@carsish6668]

I’m 19, currently working through my second year studying mechanical engineering. I grew up on a farm (use to hard work) and would prefer it any day over sitting at a desk. This is very motivating how you worked your way up with better equipment, next semester I plan to take some heavy machinery courses and might start a small business. Keep up the hard work!

[@galehess6676]

You're on the right track. Pay attention to the fact you will be happy only if you are outside. I worked a decade in healthcare and enjoyed it, but being outside is way, way better, and you only live once, if that... be safe, and yeah, learn to work on undercarriages and how to do proper maintenance on stuff with extreme tolerances that need good maintenance. Add rental options and you can really grow and do well.

[@hazelumbrella9890]

Hope it worked out

[@gen1canamoutlander705]

If possible keep up dated in this comment section

[@maxwell6504]

go for it. but you dont need any education to start a small business.

[@royreynolds108]

Check out this channel. He has an MS in Mechanical Engineering. kzbin.info/door/4yNI_H824z6WygTVbNFFrg

[@JoshuaWoehlkeMkII]

I had zero intention of watching 40 minutes of this, and I ended up watching every second of it. You've really got a way of making things interesting.

[@taotuhao5969]

He does, and once you get started watching one his videos you can't stop, because it's always too entertaining to stop. Plus, he has a lot of long, fantastic videos, I am literally eating popcorn as I watch.

[@maryannanderson7517]

The shot of Levi at 7:52 was the money shot. It is these glimpses of Levi that are peppered throughout these videos that raise Andrew's videos to a level far above those of other KZbinrs. IMHO

[@zaxarispetixos8728]

@@taotuhao5969 i have watched this video at least 3 times for some reason.

[@numericalcreations5853]

Same for me but about 2 years ago now. lol

[@brentbarnhart5827]

He does, and without somehow junking it all up. I don't mind listening to a motor whirl for awhile, he explains enough to make it educational and THANK GOD there is no damned music.

[@funwithguns89]

"I was just flinging this car around and nobody wanted to ride in it." LMAO!

[@morganrussman]

😃🤣

[@joshmartin1938]

still lol

[@jmccracken491]

Really LOL .

[@jaymanxxxx]

lol what no takers ....lol

[@fml5910]

I wonder why lmao.

[@robertsimpson8841]

Dear Andrew. My name is Bob and I am a 77-year young big fan thought my days of having a hero were over. But I absolutely love your programs and it make life a more interesting time thank you so much Bob

[@Yutani_Crayven]

18:15 "I'm never gonna buy John Deere ever again" 36:06 "I bought that John Deere track loader. It was a mistake"

[@ikigai47]

That first comment was made with the knowledge of the second comment

[@BryanSalyersXD]

He also just bought a John Deere Tree Skidder. I don't think that thing will have many problems though.

[@DejvmanXsindicate]

@@BryanSalyersXD lol, i came back to this video after watching the video with Tree Skidder because i wanted to hear him saying " i am never gonna buy JD ever again"

[@brentbarnhart5827]

Andrew you are the American Dream.... I congratulate you my friend..... I listeened to your entire story. You started with not much, an old damned lawn mower, and moved u to another old damned lawn mower and slowly built your business. I WISH YOU WELL my friend keep the videos going...... goo djob.

[@donmcintosh4125]

I too commend him. I have a feeling that 10 years from now he’ll be running a large commercial excavation company carrying out multi million $ projects.

[@dougmckenna5807]

Brent , That response is a solid. response! A good man commenting well wishes to a young man who is acknowledging the efforts of another. This is mindset of a head down , move forward young man. goos stuff

[@georgegarard6431]

Love watching you perform your magic. Very relaxing and educational. One question, do you have heat in the container castle at all ? I can’t believe working on machinery in cold winter weather without a heated garage. Keep up the videos, Winter is fast approaching so you may have more time. Thanks for the videos, George, from Quebec

[@brentbarnhart5827]

@@georgegarard6431 In another video he said NO, in an interview he gave. Not even in the HOUSE part. He said that he / you / a person gets used to it. THAT I could not do. LOL

[@brentbarnhart5827]

@@dougmckenna5807 Kindness is what is missing from society these days Doug, Kindness. And Jealousy and envy is another horrible disease (that has always existed) but one I cannot stand. I can only hope that before I die I ENCOURAGE people in whatever they endeavor, in their life's most horrible moments, that they CAN move on and get through it. We live in a world that loves to see others DEFEAT. No, not me, I want to see people RISE UP and BECOME. And when they do, if I was the TINIEST bit of inspiration, even if they forgot, I will feel as though I have done my part. Thank you for YOUR kind comments, Bless you, stay Healthy and Safe out there.

[@jamesintensifies6675]

"I really didn't like this mower, here's a picture of it stuck in nothing" hahaha

[@klauswittrupjensen]

3:43

[@El_Chompo]

his tone of voice... the amount of hatred he had for that machine. Hahahahahahaha. Just pure loathing.

[@cheddarUSA1]

LOL loved that

[@keithmartin7831]

You should have investigated further and bought a good zero turn. I've mowed yards all my life. Now when I stop at your house I'm putting $25,000.00 worth of equipment not counting the mower company dedicated truck and trailer. I've bought a couple duplexes and a 400 acre farm. All paid for. It just takes Hard work.

[@thunderstruck1078]

What a king!

[@jerryj4834]

I’m a 75 yr old mother. My kids work hard. It is so refreshing to see younger ones working and enjoying the the professions they chosen. I wish more young ones would take a lesson from my kids and you.

[@ovlov245]

My love to you kind Mother!

[@IncredibleMD]

"Hiring someone to do it was way more expensive than just buying the equipment and doing it myself". This is a man who looked at a job, said "I could do that myself for way cheaper", and then actually fucking did it. What an utter power move.

[@kevkares1354]

Andrew your parents should be proud, stated mowing lawns, fell in love with work and heavy equipment and built a dream. A true pioneer, you deserve all and more my friend. Thanks for sharing your life's story and keep sharing it's great.

[@GerryPeckham]

You are the son every father would be proud of. You have a great self determined work ethic. Wishing you the best in 2019!

[@howardfortyfive9676]

And the coming *year 2020.*

[@bradcarby3765]

@@howardfortyfive9676 If only you knew what was coming....

[@jamesb2291]

@@bradcarby3765 and still here...

[@bradcarby3765]

@@jamesb2291 Me too bud. It’s been a weird ride but I’m glad yer well. Take care.

[@andrewwhiley963]

This guy is a legend! Whenever I get lazy, I watch one of Andrews awesome vids and I'm straight back on my machine and welding stuff. Keep up the great work.

[@cristianestrada5381]

This was an awesome truck and I'd still be driving it, but...a tree fell on it ---_______---

[@DENIEL381]

VERY FUNNY

[@howardfortyfive9676]

"I dint do nothin to it and a *tree fell on it."*

[@hardanalljr.3138]

5:28

[@ShiftyTribes]

If andrew doesn't mangle his gear himself, the universe will, its a law.

[@michaelpace1075]

“All it needs is a new cab...and a new bed.

[@hectorcalderon3011]

Damn you tell a good story I can listen to you all day. Now I'm in the mood to buy some more junk

[@agustusfarnworth3379]

Hector Calderon same off to buy a post driver

[@ikay2102]

It's like my 17th video I'm watching with Andrew working and really making stuff happening. I have not yet pressed fast forward button or go to next video yet. So simple and addictive videos, how regular hard working man makes changes in this world . Is it just me or what? I absolutely love mechanical engineering, fixing it and making stuff to work . Speechless. Respect Andrew.

[@howardfortyfive9676]

Some of the *best fun I ever had was running equipment.*

[@FJB2016]

“There’s a picture of it stuck in....nothing.” 😂😂😂

[@11304800]

Andrew it's rare to find such a young man with your super qualities. Im 75, an old pipefitter and you certainly have my respect.

[@killan001]

your labor muscle is legendary, you are the working man's champion!

[@throngcleaver]

"Here's a picture of it stuck in.........nothing." I had to laugh out loud at that, since I've been there, done that, with my zero-turn. I finally put R1 ag tires on it and it did better, but if you lose power on a hill, you're going for a Nantucket sleigh ride to the bottom. Great video, Andrew!

[@AndrewCamarata]

Thanks

[@robertjennings5357]

Andrew, my third favorite video. Really ties everything together and explains a lot. Not just about your property & equipment, but about your character. You have a good heart and work ethic.

[@mikemalone9896]

I will never do any excavation, but your vlogs inspire me to go ahead and tackle jobs I am not looking forward to doing. I am amazed at your positive attitude and your can do determination! Your accomplishments are something to be very proud of. Thanks for taking the time to share your journey.

[@ze_german2921]

Andrew, Your Chanel has helped me a lot. I'm a Pipewelder and a Welding Inspector and just bought me 5 Acres in Tennessee . At the Same time I just rented a Mini Hoe 1.5T at Home Depot to install a French Drain around my foundation of my rental property and I never had operated any Equipment at all and at first I was just going to do the main front part of my house but digging up dirt is so addictive, now I got the whole damn yard dug up. 😁. It is so satisfying how much work you can get done in a couple of hours, cause I was shoveling everything by hand 😔. I've been thinking about other ways to make money at home since my job always requires me to travel 10H away from home. This has been a very learning experience.

[@TheByard]

I started work with my father one job after leaving school my passion was to work in farming but I found I didn't like the cruelty that involved in producing milk etc. My father was a superintendent with a large UK construction company, so I was put to work with each department to learn how they each work and how the interface with each other. My favorite was the plant department (equipment) I was taught to drive cranes both in lifting duties and excavation/loading, now these were rope cranes not hydraulics. Dozers and FE loaders etc. etc. Finished up on a Tunnel Boring Machine TBM constructing a subway line under London. All of the former tasks taught me how to supervise a work force, never asking them to do something they or the machine wasn't capable of. After many years on the contracting side I jumped the fence to the consulting side as a Senior Inspector of Works, this took me to many countries and on some of the largest tunnel projects in the world. Had a great life and miss it to hell now I'm retired. So keep on what you are doing, gain lots of experience, keep safe, and have a great life. I enjoy your videos as they bring back memories.

[@quattrocol1]

Hello. Yes I had influence myself. Father was an engineer with Finnings/Caterpillar. Remember going to jobs as a child. Loved it. First visit to an oil rig. And helping out with numerous jobs he went to. Lost my mother when 9,so with my dad a lot of the time. Its running through my veins now. Engine driven plant.Yes and have given myself a few headaches with purchases.A bit of an anorak in the eyes of others. hehe. Who cares.Sitting here wondering whether I need a tracked dumper .A small one. Just never grew up I think )). Keep it up,and best wishes on future ventures. I am in Scotland. If nearer by would be up to help you. Take care. Colin Bell. Oh I am a hard landscape contractor, ) im 52.

[@user-xf2qq7vu9u]

Love the dog in the background. Hes having a ball all by himself with that snow.

[@howardfortyfive9676]

That's his *#1 helper Levi.*

[@cathy9160]

This young man is not afraid of work.and love the dogs are special when he takes them in the truck with him on jobs .I enjoy the videos.

[@frankviera2737]

Great story. You are sure one hell of a go getter

[@sglacf]

After watching this I immediately went on craigslist heavy equipment section to find something

[@clypeum5063]

and did you find anything cool?

[@vernt4583]

I am a new watcher. Had to watch every bit of the video. I remember when I was your age always doing things and building stuff. Now I am retired from being a electrician for a couple of years after having knees rebuilt I now farm a little hay field and fishing in the river that runs through my place..

[@tennisguyky]

You remind me of my dad, construction foreman, bridge builder, always fixing things, mowing, fencing, raising cattle, repairing, my old man practically lives outside constantly working and has always inspired me to work hard. He’s 82 and still not slowing down! They say he has the heart of a 30 yo. Hats off to you man for the great content! Wish you much success!

[@Don.Challenger]

I probably learned five tons from this video. One thing for sure is to never be some "old guy standing there saying it wasn't happening" to some remarkable young man like yourself. Your attitude "I went there with my pickup truck and my trailer I had built and an electric winch and my plan was" - well that frontward posture will get you one thing in life eventually - success. And, then, there is the way you look towards your dog friend occasionally when you should really be looking at the camera - you already have the important appreciation of work/life balance that will be an important basis of that success you forge in the future.

[@vincehue]

the way you casually mentioned how the tree fell on the truck made me crack up

[@maxeyac]

Thanks for taking time to share your personal experience on how to build your own home, business and life. Very inspirational Andrew!

[@cfsprojects]

Dude, your videos are addictive!!! I’m a hands on guy and you are a truly an inspiration. Cheers to you from Portugal 🇵🇹

[@Military-Museum-LP]

Self taught. Bravo. Thank you for sharing your life and experiences.

[@fynbo1007]

Great story, thank you for sharing your amazing video with us. Very interesting to know your story, glad you to the time to share. God bless you and your family

[@AndrewCamarata]

Thanks

[@andrewslagle1974]

andrew whare do you live in nys i live here to i thought it was out west awsom i live in orange county nys

[@michaelmactavish1728]

andrew camararata: yeah we had a toro for try out but zero turns gets stuck so were planed and we got a Kubota B 2650 with 4wd are nice mowing tractor with comfort cab wich wasnt bad for $22,000 with loader

[@michaelmactavish1728]

andrew slagle : wow west awsom country is the big orange KUBOTA country like here in PEI

[@michaelmactavish1728]

kubota excavator here the KX040-4 a 40.4hp excavator for $38,000

[@patrickmcelearney1613]

i watch a lot of your videos and appreciate the time and effort you put into making them, but more importantly the honesty and hard work you put on the job in order to complete the work. The good and bad times of every job. Thanks for keeping them coming.

[@michaelg3911]

Andrew reminds me so much of a friend of back in the late 70's. He got started with a lawn mower, little trailer and a beater Toyota pickup. He just started doing whatever property maintenance he could. He was a hustler and never shied away from work. He slowly bought more pieces of well used equipment. Jimmy was a natural mechanic and would fix almost anything. He was in his father's garage every night turning wrenches, welding...His equipment got bigger over time. Payloaders, dozers, excavators, you name it. Next thing we knew he built his own house down the road from us. Well, over the next 20 years he became one of the biggest construction companies around us. His trucks were everywhere. He sold his company a few years ago (he didn't have sons, has 2 daughters who went on to become doctors). He still lives just down the road plus a home in the Florida Keys. His boat is absolutely amazing. I can only imagine his net worth, but he is the most regular, generous, friendly blue-collar guy you could meet. I know about many of his quiet donations he has made to our community. You would never pick him out the crowd as the multi-millionaire. Andrew, I hope everything works out for you just as well. You've gotten yourself off to a great start. I wish you the best.

[@TheDisorderly1]

Could you turn this into a series where you talk about various aspects of the business? Maybe another topic could be how you bid a job and things like insurnace, permits and unexpected problems on jobs. I like your videos, your dog is always doing something goofy and he makes me laugh.

[@camrevill5089]

@@chrishinkle1763 why wouldnt you want business advice from andrew?

[@cdouglas1942]

@@camrevill5089 I watched it all the way thru. The business advice I could glean is to learn on your own property before you work on others. And, I guess, buy used gear and gradually work yourself up to better stuff. And do your own repair work.

[@supertrooper7403]

chris hinkle yeah...why listen to a guy who is successful. Asshat.

[@davidprins9401]

Thanks - enjoyed this history. Did you finance these machines, or pay cash? If you didn’t finance I’m thinking you did pretty well on your client jobs. Anyhow thanks for talking through it.

[@theshadowknows9778]

40:50 the dog is wondering... just who in the hell is this guy talking to? Enjoying your videos Andrew. Trial, errors and determination brings knowledge and success.

[@laprepper]

I'm not in excavation but I really loved this video. So many great pics and stories about excavation equipment.

[@MarcM143]

Love These Stories we all feel like we're your friend

[@swordsman27376]

I catch so much hell for always watching your videos. I've watched some of them multiple times and I never get tired. We are in the same line of work and I still learn so many things from you Andrew. You're awesome at what you do, please keep up the amazing work.

[@davemetz7368]

I'd like to mention that after watching hundreds of container built homes/workshops, yours is the best ever. Just love the way you incorporated the living space with the combined workshop. Really enjoyed this video, but only watched it because I saw your castle and only then said, " this guy knows his s---t ", you'd better watch it. Keep up the great work !

[@AndrewCamarata]

Thanks

[@Sjanzo]

@@AndrewCamarata why do your trackloader and small Komatsu look like you payd a kid 5 dollar to mix up a few leftovers of paint, and smack that to your machines on a saturday afternoon ? Your business is at a stage where customers expect you to present well: Customers dont care how old your stuff is, as long as your equipment looks the same way as the work you deliver to your customers: the IHI and D4 look fine, but the small Komatsu, Big Hitachi and the trackloader should represent your work standards ! Because people who dont have a clue about your work, judge it by how your equipment looks.

[@theredneckgarage1493]

@@AndrewCamarata hey Andrew I have a chainsaw that isn't running right and I just want to get your opinion on it, it starts up but will shut off unless I give it throttle, it is now very underpowered too. If you could maybe point me in the right direction I would really appreciate it

[@clevelandmatheson983]

I like your comments on some of the equipment you have owned and won't every buy again, for somebody like yourself just starting out in business...that's valuable info to share. PS: I was a heavy equipment operator in Navy Seabees for 22 years.

[@billvandorn5332]

I remember watching you grow and learning from some of your mistakes. Your perseverance and humble nature is most admirable! I remember the first two containers you got and now look at your place! Congratulations to you Andrew, may you continue to be abundantly blessed with all that's good

[@mattd8411]

Andrew i spent 6 years in the marines 2 years firefighter now been working 2 jobs or 3 my whole life at a time your one of the most determined hard working person I've seen. Thanks for the videos man stay safe.

[@AndrewCamarata]

Thank you.

[@michaelovitch]

Very interesting to listen at and to watch. Thank you. The big stump you hand dug really meant something to you looks like. I hope i will find my stump too.

[@shopstuff5]

Hey Andrew, love your story. Thanks for sharing it with the world.

[@goodboyringo9716]

Nice video showing where you started and the work you have done. Great advise, love watching your videos seeing how hard you work without any complaining . I'm older now but can look back and see the work I had done in my life not in excavation but in other things. Now that I'm older I want to keep doing things but I get tired a lot faster. So keep doing as much as you can cause later , life changes and you can't do it.

[@paulizzard1411]

Started following you earlier this year, in lock down, because you have my ideal job, working with tools and equipment and helping others with projects to improve the environment and local amenities. Was so sad to see Levi pass away and to see your heartwarming tribute. Can see you love your dogs. I am across the sea in Woodbridge, UK, and am retired and will continue to watch your clips, long may they continue, best wishes.

[@adamreid450]

i just spent an entire day binging your videos and ended up with the questions you have answered in this video. Amazing work you've done with you channel and effort.

[@advancednutritioninc908]

You have come a long way Andrew!! Hard work and perseverance has paid off for you!! I know you will keep going and will continue to conquer problems and prosper! You are a good example for young people wanting to start their own business. You show how to figure things out, start a plan, solve the problems that come with it, and just keep moving forward and don't be afraid to trying something even if it might not work!

[@dianedooley5379]

I watch your videos with my 3 year old grandson every day, pretty much all day. It's addictive to say the least. It amazes me how much equipment you have and your expertise in caring for it at such a young age. I really admire you. Thanks!

[@johnking8679]

Andrew Camarata - you are an amazing young man !! I thoroughly enjoy your site with all the super interesting topics you're involved with !! Your experiences, so well videographer, have REALLY been interesting !! If it's not about repairing "stuff", it's water skiing, pushing over trees, demolishing buildings - you're involved !! Keep it up Andy, you've certainly got my following !! Lord Bless you, my friend. I'm impressed 👍. It was sad when you lost your old dog Levi, who seemed to follow you so faithfully !! However, you've still got young Cody who appears to be quite a character !!

[@rma7921]

Hey dude, great story...you know, i assumed that you picked this up as a family gig. Great accomplishment on your part through determination and hard work. Much respect and kudos

[@morgansword]

I can appreciate this because my start was for my dad.... my dad was the guy who never married my mom but when she died, he felt like well he is my kid thing. Long story short this was just when the Korean war started and I had never been to a real school where the kids went in a class room and learned stuff. My mom was trying but she was so sick (tb) so I was more nurse than student and then my dad thought I was to big to start plus to old for first grade. He told me he never went to school but he could teach me math so I could keep my money straight. I started in the woods setting chokers with other guys who worked for dad and they didn't like me cause I was the boss's kid. Dad didn't want me but was stuck with me so I isolated from everyone. Then one day when we went to work, the yarder wouldn't start but I could tell that the battery was the problem so I got it started which surprised the men but they were not happy cause this means go to work. Dad pulled onto the landing and asked me why I wasn't in the brush and I told him the truth, and he was finally happy with me and he started me in our shop greasing, tightening, replacing, etc. After about two years I had fixed every piece of equipment dad had and it run good. Perfect, I didn't have to be with other people and I was good at something which built my confidence and I would try harder stuff and there was a guy who would always answer my questions. Oddly, I got better and better till one day when I was coming in a shop that I had started working at and mumbling that guy doesn't know what he's doing, and a guy there said I suppose that you do or something to the effect. He said prove it! So I did and had this Jimmy engine running in just a few minutes. That guy I was talking to happen to be the "big" boss and he said how time you got in a shop. So including working for my dad, I had a few years by then. He told the guy working to roll up your tool boxes! Then tells me to roll in my tools where his were. He made me shop boss and I got to take the good jobs that had passed me by and give the nasty jobs to other people for a change. And that is the basic way I got started. The company thought I needed more tools and better tools and they bought them and took it out of my check. I worked for that company till another company bought them out and I started for myself. Anything I worked on I could test operate or drive and then with responsibility comes experience that got me side jobs working with equipment. Problem was when things were growing into testing with computers and the new stuff basically, I got hurt for the last time. I had a half million in tools and equipment/tool trucks, cranes and what not and had to quit. Worst day of my life for me

[@boatnerhowell9760]

You have a few years on me. My daddy flew in Korea. Point is, you have a great story and thank you for sharing. Take care.

[@grexx5885]

that some story man im sorry you had to leave it stay safe man

[@mikecurliss848]

God bless you

[@pcat1000]

Thanks Andrew, it was nice to see photos of your history and the passion you have for the machinery that allows you to complete your vision. Life is too short to not enjoy the tools of craftsmanship. My shop tools are the family I can tolerate being around.

[@larryernst6349]

Love your videos Andrew, I gotta say, you are one a hard worker, you dont let anything stop you, no matter what the obstacle, you figure out a solution and get the job done

[@daddybob6096]

You have a lot of initiative Andrew, others can be encouraged by your example. Bob, New Zealand.

[@brunos6599]

No. It's Andrew, U.S. of A. I'm just kidding, love NZ.

[@vinniecarter7183]

Your a talented young man I love how you built your home/castle with containers it is awesome. I worked in construction when I was young then I got into machining and I have been a machinist for the last 30 years. I have always bought the tools to do a job instead of hiring someone to do it. I just broke ground on some property I own in the Black Hills of South Dakota and I am looking into buying some equipment as well. My first piece was a Husqavarna riding mower then my uncle gave me a Johnne Deer 455 with a mowing deck, bucket & PTO. I would love to have a excavator. Keep up the good work.

[@wolfgangaus6264]

You, my friend , have an amazing amount of common sense. You are industrious and very mechanically minded. With all these attributes and no fear of work you can only prosper and progress. I see a very bright future ahead of you. I look forward to following your progress. Good luck and best wishes to you from Ireland.

[@sehnsucht9206]

Andrew, you are an inspiration to us all. Your final comments certainly hit home for me. I don't do excavation as a business. We have a large property that I'm trying to turn into our family estate and it needs a lot of infrastructure work that I'm trying to do myself. To that end I have bought plenty of heavy equipment in the past few years that I use regularly. I have leaned a ton from your videos, not only about excavation but also about perseverance, bravery and removing "can't" from my vocabulary. Thank you and please keep up the good work.

[@joelhill4107]

Thanks Andrew! I had to watch this video again! Excellent work, like all of your videos!

[@theshadow1559]

Andrew, Its really enjoyable for an old man to see a young man who is as self reliant, self taught, industrious and mechanically talented as you are. Although, I would suggest that in the future, you should consider buying used equipment from authorized dealerships like Cat, Volvo, Bobcat etc, and avoid having to deal with other people's problems. You may spend a few dollars more, but you will be getting machinery that's been checkout by professionals who know their machines and therefore whatever you buy will be dependable and which will come with a warranty.

[@AndrewCamarata]

Thanks. I have never been able to afford dealer prices.

[@theshadow1559]

Try the online auction site "IronPlanet" for construction equipment from quality machine manufacturers. The auction company has professional mechanics who actually checkout the machines before they go on the auction block and the auction offers limited guarantees with most sales or they state why a particular piece of equipment is not under guarantee. The auction company will send you a weekly email with pictures and a full description of each piece of equipment up for online auction bidding.

[@sams7655]

Avoid the overpriced overrated middle man at all cost.

[@TH-pd2jf]

Thanks for the video. Love the dog and the castle details on your building.

[@MeetJoeBlack55]

I am still trying to figure out how so much talent, perseverance, and just down right grit, got packaged into just one young man ..... TOTALLY AMAZING ... makes me feel like a lazy bum and I have worked hard, mowing lawns, working steel, hauling many things as a OTR driver and local delivery driver, mechanic and home repair duties ... your videos are amazing to watch and the drone footage is another feature you have mastered .... JUST AMAZING. Thanks for some great videos !!!

[@gabesmith654]

That was an awesome video it's really great to see young people take initiative I have followed you for a long time I coulda looked at your pictures for hours lol thank you for sharing Andy keep up the hard work God bless

[@doi467]

u r one person i would like to work with. your attitude and work ethic are outstanding ( i like how you always seem calm, i wish i had more patience like you) i like your story of how your company came to be, you inspire me to be a better person. your skills as an operator are outstanding i like how you keep the end result in mind and don't worry to much about other secondary things. tks for all the great videos, i have never wanted an excavator as much as i do now!! you use it like its your third hand very impressive.always remember every mile of highway's got two miles of ditch....keep er on the sunny side

[@Builder99]

that was cute and right on

[@peterthomas2139]

Quite the transformation from amateur to professional. Shows what determination will do. I'm a proud subscriber and love the videos. You're a true entrepreneur and look forward to more videos. Thanks Andrew!

[@floridamancomedy3151]

16:42 "i painted it.....but painting it doesnt make it run" best quote ever....love your stories wish i had done more in life.

[@aldimore]

This was a really good video. Always nice to know what you have experienced and maybe what to stay away from .

[@danielzee]

Very interesting, watched the whole video. Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@briansumner2700]

Good work Andrew you definately have a way with putting these interesting videos together. My wife says I have a lot of equipment for a non-contractor but this vid shows how it progresses from one piece to another and another. I don't usually sell my stuff but I did let my old Thomas 233HD Skid loader go last week. But then after watching your hyd hammer vid I looked around and ordered a small one for my 95XT. Thanks!

[@petehoward8494]

Andrew, just got introduced to you today, from my 88 year old father-in-law. I am way impressed. You see no roadblocks, only opportunities. You remind me a lot of my youth in upstate NY. You definitely have the Yankee ingenuity. Much respect, brother. Love your work ethic and humility. What you see is what you get. Awesome. Git-R-Done.

[@AndrewCamarata]

Thanks

[@polarisridda101]

I really enjoy watching your videos, fixing things and not knowing "how to" but just doing it. I did that actually in my career in the very beginning, I am an HVAC Technician. There were and still are plenty of jobs that I come across where all I can do is scratch my head and sit there and wonder why but with a general understanding on how things should work, it will make sense. Right now I am working for a local company learning every day new tips and tricks and it is very interesting, to say the least! I use your videos as motivation to keep going even if something is broke to keep pushing and eventually it will work. I stumbled upon your channel when I was looking at land clearing because I too am looking to purchase raw land within the next year. What you said in this video makes perfect sense why rent when you can own it equals out to be cheaper. Thank you for posting your story and I hope someday I can post one too. Hope all is well and keep up posting!

[@Builder99]

I learn to never rent after doing it one year when I was 20...I always owned /controlled my places after that...Never give up/sign away control of where you sleep...I 'm 73 , have no mortgage and my taxes are paid up...

[@JonDingle]

Well done young man. When we get knocked down you have to get back up and get going and start over again. keep up the good work and good luck for the future!

[@flat6fever680]

This is such a great video Andrew. I watched it 5 years ago when I first subscribed and forgot about it. KZbin seemed to think I needed to see it again so thanks YT. I liked this video even more now, 5 years later. Thank you for sharing this Andrew and inspiring so many.

[@jrogertrudel6356]

You did very well. Enjoyed your historical growth. I had the same mindset and enthusiasm when I was a young man. I probably accomplished only 10 percent of my dreams. Am retired now, and it is nice to watch your videos. Brings back good memories.

[@salmonhunter7414]

That was a very nice video. Thanks for taking the time.

[@warpedone2]

Thanks for filming, very informative & entertaining videos...!

[@woodywoodlstein9519]

Beauty job on that trailer man. That’s a big job it’s no joke. The stakes are high. This has gotta be one of my top five favourite episodes right here. Great story. Great pointers humble beginnings. And not what people expected to hear.

[@stevemeek5662]

Andrew you are one heck guy. You put your all into a job. I’ve always want to have heavy equipment. I was in lawn care and minor landscaping part and full time for 30 years I could not justify even buying a skid loader. This is the second time watching this along with others you may not see this but keep up with the good work !

[@Finn-McCool]

How about a tour of that shipping container castle? Edit: nevermind, it's in the recommended videos LOL

[@paullmitchell6400]

Great Video Andrew, your backstory was really interesting. I have been a viewer for a while and really enjoy watching you do your jobs and seeing the time lapses, something really therapeutic about them. I actually got my Mum watching your videos and she loves them too. I love your home and have always wanted to do something with similar materials and unique design. We were both in awe of the recent video where you managed to dig a tunnel under the frozen ground and had frozen skid steer tracks, we don't get that kind of extreme cold here in Australia, and think it would take some serious determination to work around these kinds of challenges. We both reckon you have some pretty impressive skills both as an operator, mechanic and your welding ability is impressive. We really appreciate your work ethics, attention to detail and figure if your dogs love spending so much time with you and coming to your work, they are a great judge of character. You're as much of a reliable hardworking machine as the equipment you own, so take care mate and keep it up :) P.S. I love my Jeep.. am nowhere near as hard as you are on them.. but love it as there is just something unique about them. Agree they're not the best 4x4 out there, but hey, you can't argue that they're not really like all the others and they're just fun. Maybe you could do your top 5 favourite jobs compilation video or some of your more interesting contracts (where tough or crazy conditions, requests or challenges).

[@AndrewCamarata]

Thanks. I could tell some stories of past interesting jobs, but they would only be stories, that's why I try to film everything now.

[@GPOutdoors]

Good morning Andrew. Really great story and enjoyed the video alot. Quite a ride you and Levi have had. Thanks for taking the time to put it together. Cheers!

[@Roadglidedave-du9rh]

I found you because I just bought a John Deere 450c to clear my land for a new house and checking out KZbin for videos and I love your way of tell your story good luck with your business

[@Mucram-17]

Ty Andrew. MY favorite story was the one about the two old guys doubting you and your abilities on getting that machine onto the trailer. You're a humble dude bro.But that must have been a great feeling.

[@googleuser8891]

love your videos. i am self employed doing woodworking and remodeling houses. I enjoy seeing you work. i watch your videos at night sometimes till 3am.

[@hartzland7658]

Big respect for your guts to have a crack. Been in earthmoving my whole life, making money for others driving their gear but never had the guts to do my own thing. Really wish I had after watching this. Well done mate your a legend!!

[@russellwall1964]

I really enjoyed looking at the pictures with you and listening to you talk about your adventures. Nice video about how you got your start and the bumps along the road. Explains why your newest videos show you smoothly handling jobs. Well done!!

[@Oxatolla]

I am so impressed with you!! Thank you for the great videos.

[@anthonyd5884]

Most only see the guy you are now and how you can do anything. So important to share the journey. Thank you.

[@josephlewis7443]

Andrew absolutely love your videos. Much respect never boring.

[@alant5757]

Man... you hustle and a hard worker with and good work ethics. They way people should be. Thanks for all the great videos.

[@meekenyaify]

Great video. I owned a Cat955L, it is a great machine. Thanks for the encouraging video.

[@hudsonjaxson8877]

Lol i love your dog man. Just does his own thing. Water.. in it. Snow.. in it. Levi could teach humanity a thing or two about life ey.

[@jdisdetermined]

That's the very very rare self motivated labrador.. most of them only move if there is food or swimming involved.. 😁👍

[@blinnikujat6454]

your labor muscle is legendary, you are the working man's champion!

[@randyhunt3086]

Great job, I would like to add some requests. Your hot tub seams simple but does the job, it would be nice to see any pics and a little story on the build. You are great at admitting what you should have or shouldn't have done. Also I haven't seen anything on the initial build of the castle, from the slab up. I'm an old man now and with all the restrictions the many government agencies are putting on people doing things on their own property I'm kind of glad I don't have to do it all over again. However I am so impressed by what you have accomplished in spite of all those agencies minding your business. Keep it up young man, you are a much needed inspiration to your generation.

[@debracochran2165]

You are amazing! I am in awe of your HUGE scope of knowledge. Just a couple of oldies in Colorado that watch your videos