Landlord OUTRAGED 😡 As Previous Renters Leave This Block Paved Driveway A WEEDY, OVERGROWN MESS!!

[@lindarahmeyer2668]

Words to the wise...if you have a rental property, and are not a slum lord, then include yard maintenance and water in the rental cost. The property will look better, the home/yard will last longer since problems are found sooner...like foundation issues, drainage/water problems, pest prevention, etc. The Tennant will be more likely to keep the interior nice as well. And landlord can get all the tax benefits.

[@jacquecaeser9078]

Yes!

[@kathymarie6049]

Landlords don’t want to do anything but collect rent .

[@timothyshortnacy7550]

Good advice Linda. Include yard and pool service. Your property will be sorted and last longer.

[@heathertrombley7045]

I can never understand why landlords do this. It's not the renters property. Why would you expect them to put out the cost of maintaining a property that doesn't belong to them? Add it into your yearly cost and take care of your investment.

[@jenniferbrandel9622]

Many renters have never owned a home and learned how to care for a property. However, the idea that your tenants are going to hire contractors to maintain your asset is crazy. No one cares about the property as much as you do! Weedy block pavement in the UK seems like a very minor issue to get angry over

[@tatiannazutania7751]

This is why we include lawn/property service when we lease our properties. We learned long ago tenants don't take care of the yard.

[@davidh.7571]

Know of lots of landlords who delay repairs and employ cheap, clueless trades for repairs that end up becoming problems again. Bad landlords, create unhappy tenants. A good agent who conducts appropriate inspections should pick up on potential problems.

[@tatiannazutania7751]

@@davidh.7571 I agree. We always hired a real contractor, when our places needed repairs. You get to write a lot of that off. I've never understood slum landlords. In the long run, they're only letting THEIR property go to ruin.

[@richardhenderson6763]

No more jungle! Lovely job Nick and up to your usual high standards! 👍

[@geofffikar3417]

Beautifully done as always.

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Thank you so much Geoff 😊

[@almilhouse9059]

All for cutting grass etc but keeping up maintenance on such items na not a Tennant's problem..... How on earth would a LL think or expect a tenant to weed a block paved drive..... If they feel so badly then concrete it..... No more weeds. It's like expecting them to clear the gutters, service the boiler etc etc

[@roberteyres2225]

Another great video. And fantastic finish to the job. Keep the videos coming Nick.

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Thanks Robert, will do mate! Top, top bloke ✊

[@lynnjasen9727]

You are a virtuoso of sanding! What a satisfying outcome, for you and the client.

[@jessicadevers290]

How often do you sand the drive?

[@cleopatracatra2097]

The end transformation looks wonderful!

[@timothyshortnacy7550]

Nice job Nick! Tim from California here. Those pavers looked a lot better at the end! Ben from Flawless sent me over to check out your channel. Enjoyed the watch! Cheers!

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Thanks for the sub dude, welcome to my channel ✊

[@elainegregory5308]

Great job sorting out that mess, WOW! Also, I like what you did with the sound on this one. 👍🏼

[@catheymorris446]

Surely this amass over a few years. How is that the tenants responsibility to clean the block paving! That's what you pay extortionate rent for. Good work tho!

[@coppertopjohnson9782]

Looks fabulous. Great job. Thanks for sharing.

[@131dyana]

What a difference you made there thank you.

[@robloxgoofs1916]

Beautiful job. I love how you went extra with the weed killer and sand.

[@mishkawp8200]

Wow, looks fabulous!

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Thanks a lot Mishka ☺️

[@louiserains7814]

As always, Great job!

[@neilbovey4945]

That’s come up great. Can’t believe that there was no black spot on it. That leaf blower to get all the sand off the top of the blocks really does finish it off perfectly. The amount of time I come to houses to clean the windows and the driveway is left looking like a beach. Gets all over the hose and up the pole. Have to flush the pole afterwards or it just ruins the pole.

[@TheLadymoonstone]

Well done Sir, very impressive. I also liked the music. Cheers from the pacific northwest (Canada).

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

How very kind of you, thanks so much 🙏

[@woofinu]

Nice. I didn’t know that you have to re-sand.

[@lariette856]

BEAUTIFUL!!!!

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Thank you!!

[@thebincleaner]

Another great job pal, nice work ! 💪 Stu

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Cheers Stu, much appreciated bud ✊

[@susanneberg5891]

Beautiful!

[@lynboxer2920]

I am pretty sure you are a Saint! Wonderful job, as usual !!!

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

So kind Lyn, bless you ☺️

[@omaroliblish]

That certainly cleaned-up nicely.

[@cheryleking6543]

Another great job. Looks really awesome. Put in the lease if you want the outside maintained. Stay Safe from Tasmania 👍👋🤗

[@bobcooke6346]

What an absolutely superb transformation, hardly recognisable from the gross area you started with, too this, amazing 👍🙂

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Cheers Bob, top man 🤜🤛

[@luannvondracek439]

Nice job Nick. Bet it felt good to be able to be in a short sleeve shirt instead of bundled up. Nice to see this was an easy one and, as a bonus, so was the other way. Good to see you again.

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Hey LuAnn, thanks so much, always a great comment from you. Top lady ❤️

[@SGPHREAK01]

Just quality work man.

[@SGPHREAK01]

Would love and value a follow from you on my page!

[@sandisnead1540]

Not a criticism, just want more of your videos!! Spectacular results Nick, lovely!! We don't have much block paving here in Texas, but I was wondering if you ever use Epsom salts mixed with the sand to prohibit weeds? I'm not a big fan of chemical weed killers and have great results with Epsom salt! No worries about it leeching into areas as it is a huge boost to plant and grass root systems. Listen to me rambling on...fabulous work for the landlord Nick! Loved this one! All the best Nick!!

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Hi Sandi, didn't think you were criticising, you're always super kind and friendly, with helpful comments. The weed killer i used on this was just table salt, dissolved in water. I find it very effective at killing little weeds that have been damaged by pressure washing, and seems quite good at keeping the weeds at bay. I've not tried Epsom salts mixed with the sand. It's really interesting to hear that. Might have to give it a go. Cheers Sandi, top lady.

[@sandisnead1540]

Oh my Nick, you are always so kind! Again your video is such a wonderful distraction for me....very difficult times my dear. Just know how much you are appreciated and your kind words make my heart smile! Your work ethic reminds me of my son, both of you outstanding young men! Thank you Nick!

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

@@sandisnead1540 How lovely ☺️

[@PMTLynch]

@@sandisnead1540 Your kind and useful words gave me a boost! Yes I've used rock salt with the paving sand here in Ireland where it's safe but a lot of paths wind through borders and under trees so no salt. Epsom salts sounds like a very interesting idea...

[@sandisnead1540]

@@PMTLynch such a lovely response! Most plants, lawns, or trees will benefit from an addition of Epsom salts. Yellowing leaves will be eliminated with regular use. I use it along with Miracle Gro...amazing results! From here in Texas, hello Ireland!!

[@elizabethturel78]

Really nice job. Music sounds were kind of funny to me, but did not put me off.👍🏻💚💙

[@mirtharuiz5358]

Great job as always.

[@adrianrigby6184]

Found your channel today and have subscribed , very satisfying to watch , like the fact you obviously take pride in your work and complete all jobs to a high standard. After you’ve reinstated the sand in the joints does it harden naturally or do you need to seal it ?

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Welcome Adrian, great to have you on board 👍. No the sand doesn't harden, but it binds together quite well once it's wet. Which, being England won't take long 😏. I used to offer sealing years ago, but don't offer it any more.

[@adrianrigby6184]

@@PrestigeExternalCleaning ok mate thanks for the reply , I’m gonna top the joints up in my paviours

[@Baztard1068]

@@PrestigeExternalCleaning I always tell my clients they can have me back for the next two years to clean for the price of sealing it.

[@cdsezyt6594]

Fantastic finish 🙌🏻

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Thank you! 😊

[@Zozziethe3zees]

Fabulous !!!!

[@traceyhoyle1816]

Well done 👍

[@joankamp2319]

Looks great

[@xfx09]

Nice job 👍

[@Baztard1068]

Good job Nick, no blackspot cos the weeds covered the drive so it couldnt land 🤣

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Lol, I think you might be right there Baz 😆

[@colingray7107]

Top class work Nick well done 👏👏👏

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

There's my favourite subbie, cheers Colin, nice one mate 🙂✊

[@colingray7107]

@@PrestigeExternalCleaning Don't make the rest of your disciples jealous 😂😂

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

@@colingray7107 Hahahahahaha 😉

[@pathenderson8109]

Masterful!❤️

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

So kind 🥰

[@completeexteriorcleaningse750]

Wicked results mate 👍

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Yeeeeees, nice one Lee 😍

[@daboywonderr]

nicely done, looks way better 🤙🏽🤙🏽

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Cheers mate 🙂

[@colinbrambley1921]

Yet another great job, fantastic results. Does the 3/4” supply hose help with low water pressure?

[@kenrk]

Every place I've rented, the landlord is responsible for outdoor maintenance... that's the whole point of renting.

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Yes I understand that to be norm. But this particular landlord specifically had it in writing, as part of the rental agreement, that the outside areas were to be well maintained. The tenants had to agree and sign that document to qualify to rent that property. They didn’t stick to their end of the agreement, so the landlord wasn’t happy about it. And I don’t blame them.

[@fannycraddock99]

From black to gold. What a wonderful job Nick, the home owner must be delighted.

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Thanks so much ☺️

[@barrywakefield4942]

Wow - what a transformation, superb job there. What pressure do you have to use through that turbo nozzle to blast those weeds out ? Many thanks 👍🏼

[@anitamorales1506]

Good job sir. I'm sure the owner is happy.

[@markan79]

What a transformation

[@KaterinaIoannidou555]

Εξαιρετική δουλειά όπως πάντα!

[@librarynan4610]

It is the rare renter that will take care of the property. Great job cleaning up.

[@stevebriandg]

Amazing. What weed killer did you sprayed on after the cleaning?

[@bobbydelcavallo7181]

Awesome 🥳🥳🥳

[@darrenhornsey5204]

Always satisfying to blast the weeds out with the turbo nozzle😁. Would you mind saying the ratio of salt to water you use? I like the idea and would like to try it out on my block paving to get rid of the little weeds starting to come up again. Thanks and all the best.

[@erinmaclean5064]

Fantastic work! P.s. Its time to retire those trousers Signed, All the Mums 😘

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Lol, agreed, they’re already in the garbage 😍

[@eldgieheflin7678]

Very nice job what aa difference that makes .

[@maryruthmonahan5180]

So satisfying...

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Glad you think so 😊

[@1977JohnBoy]

dont think most of us would of paid to clean the landlords house before we moved out either lol

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Lol

[@daezeechayne462]

Boss job done by the boss man!

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

You're making me blush 😊 ❤️ ✊

[@tatjanadosch1583]

There is little rough Nick again :D What on earth did you do to your trousers^^ Lovely video, perfect for relaxing in the evening 😊

[@dotcassilles1488]

My daddy used to say any holes that formed were just extra, natural, air conditioning! His work clothes were always a little holey as he cut firewood as one of his many jobs in the week. He is retired now so he is amazed his clothes last longer. Lol. Blessings, Dot

[@lauralake7430]

Lots of tenants have never owned anything and have not got the slightest idea about maintenance. I married into a family that used a special butter knife as a screwdriver for twenty years and a spoon to plant six flowers a year, which died about three weeks later😮😂.

[@steva30]

Do you usually wash out the drains? just curious! good job mate!

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Cheers mate, yeah I always clean the drains out, just don’t bother filming it anymore 👍

[@steva30]

@@PrestigeExternalCleaning Fantastic job mate! Your attention to detail is A+

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

@@steva30 Thanks dude, that means a lot ✊

[@TonyBecks1969]

Great job. How long did each take to clean?

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Thanks Tony 👍. This was around 4-5 hours to complete

[@TonyBecks1969]

@@PrestigeExternalCleaning Wow was that for both?

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

@@TonyBecks1969 oh, no sorry, I didn’t read the question properly, it was probably 9 hours for both 👍

[@TonyBecks1969]

@@PrestigeExternalCleaning Looking great.

[@alexisgrunden1556]

It's probably a good thing you didn't try to pull out that giant dandelion (at least, I _think_ that was a dandelion?) in the corner; that sucker would've had a taproot like a sugar maple!

[@victoriawilliams2786]

Every place I've ever rented an apartment has had lawn care, snow removal, water etc...included into the rent.

[@ardenscott3910]

As it should be. These landlords are scummy and cheap.

[@victoriawilliams2786]

@@ardenscott3910 I agree

[@jrcove85]

Alright Nick, another nice video there, just keep them coming. I was just wondering what weed killer you use?

[@dotcassilles1488]

In a different comment he mentions he uses table salt dissolved in water. A lady also suggested using Epsom salt. Hope this helps. Blessings, Dot

[@kerryquinn6218]

What weed killer do you use I have the same problem every year with my father's

[@tatiananikulina7917]

Great work! It's strange that you don't have gloves.

[@maryleerogers5711]

nice

[@helenpalmer869]

Would you consider wearing waterproof dungarees?. They would save you getting so dirty and they can be hosed down at the end of the job. Looks very professional.

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

I hear ya 👍. The problem is they make my legs sweat, which makes me really uncomfortable, so no I wouldn't wear them. I'd rather get dirty, cool, wet legs than have clean, hot and sweaty legs. 👍

[@daleyboyo3145]

Lol bring on the turbo nozzle buddy 💪

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Top man 🙂

[@Nuno4Mettler]

Hey. I completely removed the black Spot from my patio recently, and it was totally gone. But three weeks later and small spots are reappearing. Any idea why or how to prevent this? I think it’s either limestone or some type of sandstone and I used strong hypo when I cleaned it

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Black spot takes 2-3 years to grow from nothing, not a few weeks, so it can’t be black spot.

[@Nuno4Mettler]

@@PrestigeExternalCleaning oh ok. I wonder what it is then!!

[@davidgofman4306]

It’s a problem for landlord not renters

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Not if it was in the tenancy agreement that the outside areas were to be maintained, and the tenants signed that agreement.

[@dazalaw3392]

Tenants must of been alright cause it'll take years for a drive to get that bad must of pocketed some right rent.

[@paudielyons3918]

Brilliant work Nick as always. Its difficult to find a tenant who will look after the Exterior of a property, especially the hard surfaces. Your probably ran off your feet at the moment with patios and driveway cleaning. All the best. 👍

[@ardenscott3910]

Landlords should handle that.

[@inadosser1471]

I like my yard clean and neat. If I was that renter I might not have paid to have it power washed, but I would have kept the weeds pulled out of driveway and sprayed it with a water hose. Why didn't the landlord do a checkup on the renters occasionally and he would have known the situation and rectified it.

[@danajhasalvegas5819]

Nice power blast it up job! So do you use a over spray to retard weed growth prior to responding? IS it a polymeric sand as we have in the states? How long on average are these types of driveways and walkways... kept clear from weed growth? I'm assuming with the ambient amount if rain fall, in the UK growth would occur much faster.... the Coble brick is stuning - all cleaned up. Great Mason who originally installed it. Terrific job!

[@jeanettelhearn8412]

That looks SO good! It is true that renters don’t take care of the property.

[@ardenscott3910]

Landlords should take care of things like lawn maintenance. It’s their property, they need to front the costs for contractors.

[@bucksjetwashing9776]

Need to charge more Nick, those trousers are looking a bit religious 😂

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Lol, yeah that was their last day out. Hypo had finally killed them 👍

[@bucksjetwashing9776]

@@PrestigeExternalCleaning 😂 nice one mate

[@aussiepressurewashingchick9866]

👍

[@robbfisher2876]

Anybody else let down because we didn't get slow-mo footage of Audrey II getting demolished by the turbo? 😜

[@annhudson9506]

If there’s that many weeds coming through then the block paving wasn’t put down properly!

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Incorrect, it has nothing to do with how it was put down. It’s perfectly normal for weeds to grow in block paving. There’s nothing anyone can do about it, except weed kill on a regular basis.

[@lauralake7430]

Block paving just has a gravel and sand base, no concrete, so that it drains well and prevents flooding. Thats why its a better choice than concrete in a wet climate, as well as prettier. So, yes, weed seeds can lodge in the sand in the cracks and sprout. If they had concrete right up to the wall of the house, and there wasnt perfect drainage, the house wall and foundation could suffer from damp and even subside

[@jacquecaeser9078]

👍👌🖐🏼

[@jio5680]

Yikes, the most my renters do is filthy up the stove top lol Great job!

[@ardenscott3910]

You should be handling maintenance of the home. It’s your property.

[@Lesa32111]

Maybe they didn't expect weeds to grow through such a nice looking walkway. If it had been properly installed, they wouldn't have grown through.

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

That’s completely incorrect. There was nothing wrong with the installation of this driveway. There’s nothing anyone can do to stop weeds growing in block paving, except apply weed killer on a regular basis.

[@jennyriede5372]

I have always left any place I rented better than when I moved in. Perhaps that is because I am Dutch. 😊

[@mare4253]

We did too before we bought our house. We had and do have pride for ourselves and the neighborhood.

[@kenforshaw8901]

Bloody hell, what a transformation it’s added value to the property now. The landlord might get more rent for it now as he has to incorporate your cost into his rent. Do you not put a sealer on the drive once you’ve sanded it, I do when I do mine as it preserves it, but it never gets into the state as the one you have just done.

[@xanderkane9202]

Why would it be the responsibility of the people that pay to live there?

[@jennifermarcum2231]

I don't understand why the whole front yard is brick

[@philipshaw8180]

It all looks good now but you haven't killed any weeds and they will be back!! So customer pays twice

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Incorrect. You obviously hadn’t watched all of the video before making your comment. I applied a residual weed killer towards the end of the video.

[@TheIcool76]

Just pour a cheap double strength vinegar and weeds will die immediately

[@yorkshirefazer]

nice! think you need some new trousers... those are looking slightly... er... religious! (holy)

[@cleopatracatra2097]

Only to be worn to church on Sunday!

[@trinomial-nomenclature]

This may be a silly question, however, when you do a job, especially a large one, does it cost a lot in water for the customer? I know pressure washers can go through a lot of water (more than most people expect) and on really big jobs it'll be a huge amount.

[@tonilozeau867]

Get everything u want the renter to do in the contract or they won't. Have a dog, don't know how to pick up poop! Mow, no clue! Get it in writing!!!

[@cturner7050]

That is the least of the problems with rentals.

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Lol

[@patsymaney6309]

wouldn't it be easier to weed wack the weeds before power washing?.

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

No

[@MatHanley]

I get they were only renting but how do people not take pride in where they live? What a transformation!

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

Thanks dude

[@MatHanley]

@@PrestigeExternalCleaning keep 'em coming. Nice easy watch.

[@MatHanley]

With no BS, some people drone on too much. Respectfully I only need an intro I'm here for the cleaning 🚿 !

[@PrestigeExternalCleaning]

@@MatHanley I’m with ya mate. It would probably be better for me to do a a quick intro before starting the vid. Just sometimes don’t comfortable doing it. Not as, at ease in front of the camera like some of my fellow KZbinrs. Oddly though, the videos that seem to do the best, don’t have me talking in them. Maybe KZbin is trying to tell me something 🤪😆

[@MatHanley]

@@PrestigeExternalCleaning maybe it is 😂 I don't mind a short intro, don't get me wrong and I've seen you do a few and they're fine I wouldn't worry or feel too anx about it. That said some of them though it's like cut to the chase and skipping ahead to the good bit. Reminds me of something else that... You've never seemed overly nervous with your talking bits if that helps at all. Keep up the great work! 👌🏻

[@AllorNothing-]

Ugh so filthy, how can people just be careless for all these to accumulate while seeing it everyday. Ew.

[@jessicadevers290]

Dead shrubbery too. I'd keep their deposit

[@ardenscott3910]

Landlord’s job to maintain the exterior of the property.

[@thejetcleaningcompany7151]

Great work mate! A brilliant video as always. Have you seen my latest video? 🙂