Massive Industrial conversion on a shoestring budget - rennovation

[@johnbaumgardner8325]

The more of these videos I watch the more I'm rooting for you.

[@APB113]

I admire your courage, determination and work ethic. I also admire your vision. So many many incredible possibilities. I also admire your wife/partner thats is obviously giving you her full support. I will keep watching, maybe throw in an idea or two.

[@brickandsole]

looking forward to it!

[@Ericlawless]

Hey Chris, I'm definitely in the camp that's rooting for you! I discovered your channel a few weeks ago because of the building clean out videos. Since then I've had the chance to watch the bulk of your other videos, about purchasing and importing antiques from Europe. I love them both! Best wishes for much success in all your endeavors!

[@brickandsole]

Thank you Eric!

[@roc4sure]

Ii enjoy watching your videos can't wait to see what else you find roc

[@richardvinsen2385]

I discovered this channel this morning and I’ve already watched 5 or 6 videos. I’m very interested in seeing the transformation of this building into whatever it ends up being.

[@lakeshadow100]

It always has made me sad to see these old giants just fall down or be removed. I am excited to see your success in saving this historical beauty.

[@ppetry2402]

Thanks for saving this property! Cool finds inside too. Best of luck in this wonderful endeavor! Old buildings should be saved, I'd donate to a go fund me to help you! Dream big 😁

[@loreli6103]

Chris, I watch a lot of abandoned building videos so I'm sure that's why KZbin recommended your channel. I am enjoying watching what you're doing. Wishing you lots of success!

[@brickandsole]

Thank you Loreli.

[@johnleerichardson6220]

Never forget that once-in-a-lifetime feeling comes every Saturday night when your horse is in the scratch and headed for home and you could be a winner take care

[@charleshubbard3465]

That old building couldn't have a better custodian. Blessings to you friend. I'm rooting for you 100 percent.

[@brickandsole]

Wow. Kind words... Thank you.

[@k.j.2481]

I've seen a lot of buildings like these restored. It improves the community. Charleston has a big history in the state, and to give new vision to the area helps everyone. Some one has to be the dreamer, if not then the building would have never been built in the first place. The history, helps people understand the past and see good things. Keep going.

[@brickandsole]

Fortune favors the bold!

[@debwalker1407]

Never stop! Keep Dreaming Big & Swing for the fences!! I'm behind you... totally awesome or train wreck I'm rooting for you!!🎉

[@brickandsole]

Thank you so much! You are the best!

[@BigJack1]

I would think about section off part of a floor to convert to a home. Then sale my house and move in over the business. I'm just thinking. Look forward to following you on the wild and crazy ride!! 🥳💥💫

[@nicolethijs5428]

Well Chris, I was one of those people that thought you are way over your head. But now I have seen more of your video’s and listening to your honest account of everything I think you will make it. You have loads of ideas, you work hard, you are honest about things and I think you are tenachious. It still is an enormous building but step by step you will make this work. It would be lovely if the community could be involved some day. This couldbe a shopping mall, big antiques center, workshop area’s, places to be rented out to artists , an art school, convention center and so on! I have faith in you! I will keep watching!

[@brickandsole]

Nice! I am working with the community, going to join chamber of commerce, and applying for historic building grants etc. I promise not to give up! thanks for the kind words.

[@bufords]

Rich? rich people don't sell things one at a time online! we're all in this together bud and I'm rootin for ya!

[@nadineweiler7747]

Forget the naysayers…. I wish more folks would work with all the vacant buildings across the US instead of blowing them up! So forward Chris Kudos !!!!

[@Davett53]

Find out who owns antique autos in your town, they may want to store their vehicles there. It could become a hub for antique selling & buying, which would draw people from all over. Auctions and antique flea marketers, are always looking for place to do business. Look for collectors with big collections of (their stuff). My buddy, from college, has a huge warehouse & art studio in an old grain milling building along the rail tracks. (in Columbus, Oh.) He collects antique weighing scales, and has about 300 of them. These are coin operated ones, from the 1800s through the 1960s. His collection has traveled, and been sponsored. It was on tour, in the 80s, & 90s, 2000s, in Cincinnati, & Columbus, Ohio. Some color plate books were published of his collection.

[@brickandsole]

Thats neat, we had some scales but sold them already.

[@SF-qu3fw]

I'm on team 1, and I will tell you why. I did something similar decades ago. I was a one man show as well, with the assistance of a hired hand here and there. I bought several large buildings in disrepair. I decided that once I had them stable, to divide the project into "zones". In each building, I zoned in heating, water, utilities, flooring, walls, ceilings, etc with a plan for expansion. From there I completed one zone at a time until the whole building was accomplished. I put the first completed zone into use, and the proceeds generated from my business operating in that zone/ area, I reinvested to complete the next zone, and so forth. Within about five years I was pretty much complete with all reconstruction, and went into maintenance mode. I too was not rich. I did it all while simultaneously working my career with the city. When it was time for me to retire, I sold everything off So it is very doable as long as you do so in a manner that you can afford and handle. I enjoy watching your progress. It brings back a flood of memories for me. Wishing you much success! PS, I could see it as a great " merchant village" containing your antique store along with many other businesses generating you steady rents and a good customer draw. Just food for thought. 😉

[@brickandsole]

Yeah that would be awesome. The one big hurdle before zones is getting up to code as Is can rent out till I get up to code.

[@colleenvarlow8764]

Wow, that 3rd floor looks amazing. You have done a ton of work!

[@Pensées_depuis_mon_balcon]

I'm a former Chucktown boy living in Paris (France not next door in Paris, Illinois 🙂). I own and live in an apartment in an 1880 building in central Paris and hope that you can make this project successful as a critical part of preserving Charleston's architectural past. Charleston has some unique architecture that needs to be preserved and you are doing your part - thanks! C-town needs folks like you to come in and invest in the future of the town, especially with the enrollment dropping so much at EIU and the massive economic destruction that the evil and immoral Walmart brought to the town that destroyed the town square. Go TROJANS!

[@brickandsole]

haha! I had to read that twice to be sure what you wrote, usually people say not Paris-France.. Cool you found the video. I remember when I was a little boy they would block off multiple streets for toga parties! Things have changed. It is sleepy little school now.

[@Davett53]

Hmm, so the locals call it Chucktown?...That's funny. I'm from Cleveland, Ohio,..the locals call it Cleveburg or Cleveberg, depending. Its made up of a lot of suburbs and is a very ethnic city. A lot of Eastern Europeans moved there to work in the steel mills, in the late 1800s and early 1900s.

[@tbirdracefan]

I got subscribed at about 1000 subs when I kept seeing the "We bought an abandoned shoe factory building" video recommended by KZbin. Personally, I think your doing a great job getting things cleaned up and organized. A massive undertaking for sure. I think your willingness to accept suggestions and help is endearing to many of your subscribers. People can relate to having to work with a budget. I also think this is actually the slow part of the growth of the channel. Keep making videos on the building and making progress with the repairs and cleanout, and subscriptions are going to soar. I think most of us have the same "what's inside" curiosity that you had while walking past it as a kid with your Grandfather. Thanks for sharing!

[@brickandsole]

Thank you. Having the KZbin community is like having a massive consulting firm! I can ask questions and there is a hive mind. The only thing required is keep it real and don't pretend I know everything! Haha. Thanks for the encouragement.

[@barryjackson1401]

WOW...I was wondering what you paid. I love seeing history saved. Rooting for you ...

[@jodyboroughs7416]

Hello Chris! I found your channel through your sister. I went to school with Gayle. My mom, and some of her family used to work in that factory, and my nephew has played ball next to it for years. I love what you are doing and have throughly enjoyed watching your videos! I have thought many times that if I were closer I’d love to help! My husband and I moved to WA over 20 years ago, but get back yearly to visit. I’ll be watching and admiring your work from afar. Best of luck! Jody Boroughs

[@brickandsole]

If am in town when you come back you should swing by! Thanks for the encouragement.

[@dagwood1327]

How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time. Sounds like you have a great plan. I’m on the camp Chis team. The learning curve is the journey of life. You have so many options with this building. You can have your antiquing business in part of it. Art studios in part of it. Auctions in part of it. Maybe a construction salvage business in part of it. A makers space in part of it. Whatever you do make sure you get it on video. That will be a good income stream some day.

[@brickandsole]

If I get the building squared away, architectural salvage would be a fun business.

[@catchincolds]

I'm always amazed at the negative people who comment on others videos, my guess is that those commenters are sitting on their couch munching chips. There is no reward without risk and you're putting yourself out there and trying. Rooting for you!!

[@juliahunsinger3070]

Definitely got here because I watch abandoned building tour videos.

[@brickandsole]

So you are saying each day as the building revives, you'll be less interested in the channel. Just kidding. Glad to have you!

[@vflores2100]

Hi Chris been watching you for 2 months now, and I find it fascinating renovating this old building and doing it on a shoestring! I am rooting for you, and the building. keep your chin up Chris and boo to the haters.

[@brickandsole]

Nice. Thanks for that..

[@BigJack1]

I'm in camp #1. You go Chris. Follow your heart. 💖

[@Davett53]

I'm rooting for you. So glad you made this video, everyone loves to hear the back story. I wrote some comments about my own experience, a few weeks back. I am the (Artist) who rented a space in a similar old factory warehouse, built in 1901, in Columbus, Ohio. When I began my journey, was in 1980, when I was 27. I joined with other artists and we rented the whole top floor, of the building. We didn't buy the building, but the fellow who rented it to us, was an (arts) supporter. His family owned the building, and he rented it to us for (really cheap). At the time, there were other son's whose family's owned run down (investment) properties. These son's were not businessmen,...but like me, went into the arts. They had supportive families who helped them accomplish their dreams. To create affordable, art studios. For them, they became businessmen along the way, as they learned how to navigate, the route of their journey.

[@brickandsole]

wonderful story! That building is 18 years older than mine! Those were the days....

[@martinezindustriesco.2740]

Congratulations to you Chris!!! So great to see what your doing with the old factory. And your saving history. I remember seeing so many of those old factories back in Indiana as a kid. Keep up the great work.

[@davidriley5400]

Chris, although you may be a "Soggy Bottom Boy" (from the rusted sprinkler pipe water), you are not a "Man of Constant Sorrow". Your endeavor is fascinating, and watching your progress is a testimony to what makes America great. Good luck, and I'll be following your journey.😃

[@brickandsole]

Thanks for the kind words. Some day ill be bonafide.

[@kentdillon3968]

I am 100% for you. Your vision and determination are an inspiration for me and clearly for many other people as well. Your honesty, humbleness, determination, your unique world view, your willingness to learn, your curiousity and sensitivity will keep you going. I have never seen another KZbin channel where the host (you) so openly asked for help, ideas and inspiration from the universe. I have no doubt that you will succeed. I also love old buildings. I lived in New York City for 22 years and felt at home there with all the historic buildings. Now I live in an old industrial loft condo in Central Falls, RI. Our building was originally a carpet factory, probably about the same age as your building. Our space has high ceilings and large wooden beams, just like your building. I can understand how you feel about your building. When I saw my space for the first time, I fell in love with it. One final comment. I haven’t heard you talk about the condition of the exterior brick on your building. Ours is a small condo association and we are not well funded. But we knew we needed to repoint the entire brick exterior of our building, which cost us about $350,000 for a much smaller building than yours. We did manage to get a 30-year loan to do this project. After the repointing, the only requirement is to apply a new waterproofing to the brick every 10 to 13 years. If. properly maintained, the repointing is a one time job. I have a feeling that you could learn to repoint your brick building yourself. I wish you all the best. Kent Dillon

[@brickandsole]

Wow such kind words! Thank you so much. So my plan as comical as it may sound is to teach myself to tuck point. It looks really simple. Just takes time and mortar. I will buy an old bucket truck from the auction and spend an entire summer just going around the building and doing it. If it looks like it will take longer than a summer, I'll employ someone to help me. There are 3 places where the damage is extensive. and about 4 or 5 places where it needs attention soon. all of them right under holes in the gutters. There is a video I can't remember which one where I show the damaged space. I want to make a video within the next month where I show exactly what we got for the purchase price of 20k. The good the bad and the ugly.

[@edieseldad7995]

If I lived closer I would definitely help you out. Thank you for working at saving that amazing building. To much is torn down! Keep it up, I’m rooting for you and can’t wait to see what’s next!

[@Sonny_Eclipse]

I commend you for reaching out grabbing the brass ring. In the movie “Field of Dreams” it was said if you build it they will come

[@brickandsole]

well I am swinging for the fence. Thanks!

[@PeglegDalePrice]

Dream big! I'm pulling for ya! What a ton of work, but the adventure of it is what life's about!

[@MowerJunkie]

I'm here because I love that you're saving that beautiful old building. I'm looking forward to all the repairs, and upgrades. Take care Chris, Thanks for the videos.

[@lisabisco3583]

Chris...I say it will be an awesome inspirational story. I have been binge watching. And let me say, your photos are stunning. Keep going!!!! I am in!

[@brickandsole]

So nice of you!

[@janewerner4002]

I am behind you 100%! I am on team Chris! Good luck and much success.

[@brickandsole]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@georgesenda1952]

For what its worth, I used to wear Buster Brown shoes as a child in the 1950's. So cool to see where they were made. Buster Brown used to live in the shoes with his dog Tyke & there were animated ads showing the shoes and I think there was a jingle as well. My Mother used to take me to buy the shoes at Kaufmann's in Pittsburgh. Maybe someone can donate some Buster Brown shoes and ads so you can use in in a display in a doorway when someone comes into the building & maybe even make it into a history area. I subscribed.

[@brickandsole]

good times right? I saw the commercial for their products (vintage) on KZbin.

[@teghanni]

I'm on Team Chris!! So glad YT recommended your channel!!!

[@chefbirdland]

love all the natural light in that place. such a plus!

[@SagebrushRambles]

KZbin hs been recommending the heck out of your channel, hence the growth and people like your content so...there's your answer lol. I enjoy your channel because you seem to be real and not full of yourself...looking forward to more content.

[@brickandsole]

Nice! I hope it will continue. But even if it stays where it is, I'd be happy. There are enough people viewing that I get soooo much information when I ask a question on one of the vids. Glad you found the channel!

[@sissyquinn1581]

I’m impressed with how much you’ve accomplished since I saw the first episode. I love your challenge and your “gusto” for it'. Sissy Q

[@cedfan1]

Hiya Jake, I mean Chris. Really enjoy following your journey at the Brown factory. It's not hard to stir up controversy online. Just say the sky is blue, for example. Wind 'em up & watch 'em go ! Keep on, keeping on. 😀👍👍🏬

[@troy88311]

Excited to see your progress big task

[@metaxa715]

Big thumbs up Chris ! don't worry about people's opinions ! You are doing something and You are someone ! Someone who does not do anything is nobody. Big credit to urself , chin up and gloves on !

[@tilliemoore1268]

I love what you are doing to the building, you should look into schools who have shop or building classes and have students come and look at the architecture and maybe they can help out to learn how to repair and build too.

[@mzneonqueen]

Your son is gonna be so proud!

[@Davett53]

Create a web page and takes lots of photos of your building and progress. A journal starting at day one. I love that sort of thing, as do millions of others. You could even make some revenue from the photos, taken by you or in collaboration with a local photographer. "Build it and they will come",...ala..."Field of Dreams"....the 1989 movie, w/ Kevin Costner.

[@melissahalbert9455]

Nice to meet you Chris! Thanks for taking the time to introduce yourself and give us a little bit of the backstory to the channel. From what I have watched so far, you have made leaps and bounds of progress with the building! I also follow a guy who bought an abandoned convent in France and how he is remolding it. It's called the Pethricks. In case you are interested. I am looking forward to following your story as it unfolds. Congratulations on the baby!

[@teghanni]

Same!!! Chris and Billy have a lot in common!!

[@melissahalbert9455]

@@teghanni They really do!

[@brickandsole]

I don't know who this Billy guy is... But he sounds awesome!!

[@brickandsole]

oh yeah, I've seen that, KZbin recommended it to me. I also like his friend who does the antiques.

[@melissahalbert9455]

@@brickandsole Sean's world is another of Billy's friends who buys and resells copper on Etsy. But I think you are talking about Ryan who does all the antique shopping with Billy. lol

[@ronjones1077]

I just hit subscribe. Second time I’ve watched one of your videos. I’m in for both, you and the building. I hate seeing historical things and places demolished. I restore classic cars as a hobby, but also work on motorcycles, trucks, boats, planes and even some structures. My trouble is running out of birthdays. At 73 I’m selling some of my collections. Well over 50 cars, boats etc. anyway best of luck to you. Also a collector of antiquity.

[@brickandsole]

You've got a lifetime of experience. You should think about making a KZbin channel!

[@deniseovaldson22]

Chris, your on the RIGHT Track, it's one step at a time ! You go Guy !!

[@brickandsole]

Thank you Denise!

[@foxyloon]

The KZbin algorithm recently introduced me to your channel, found the videos about the factory renovation project to be quite intriguing! Looking forward to seeing more videos soon!

[@azwheeling8189]

Chris, here is what I would do. Due to the massive size and cost to fix the entire building I would decide how much of it I needed for my business and keep that square footage. Then i would turn it into an industrial condo for artisits. They each purchase a set amount of footage for their studio and they are responsible for their own remodel. You get money up front to do major remodeling on the building as a whole. Hopefully you get enough to make your portion of the building free. Also there would be a modest monthly condo fee so you can hire yard maintenance and snow removal plus maintain the roof etc.

[@brickandsole]

There is a university in town. The problem is most of the expense is to get it up to code and before that it is not possible to rent out. So I have to hustle to that point then options will start opening up.

[@lanefreiberger6637]

Hello Chris, i am in the team Chris camp and want to see you succeed and successfully save and re-purpose an old classic building for useful work and purpose for many years. All that said, stay safe and get real comfortable with a volt meter to make certain all electrical circuits are dead before you demo old equipment. Best wishes, -Lane

[@brickandsole]

Thanks, the city said only my single outlet has power. But I'll be sure just incase, better safe than sorry. Very kind of. you to be concerned for my safety!

[@markattardo]

I think it's a good thing to chase a realistic dream, best of luck!!

[@rogerebert5122]

Congratulations on "Going For It". Win or lose. Your life will be better because you took a shot at it.

[@brickandsole]

Thanks! I'm counting on it!

[@matthewholzinger1042]

Love to see there are others that like old buildings. Luckily the exterior looks mostly original. I hope there is a way to keep and seal the Brown Shoes signage. When I was young my parents would buy me Buster Brown shoes. 👍🏻

[@brickandsole]

I want to repaint it. I wouldn't touch it if it was faded but it's almost completely gone, and if I don't repaint it soon it will be lost to time. There is still time to follow the lines of the original lettering.

[@jamesneville2352]

Great job Chris. Attempt great things, expect great things. I am enjoying your journey.

[@terrydebord5105]

Who didn't wear buster brown🥾 myself I'm liking your adventure on a budget getting to save a great building and great finds for other to have a part of history. Your down to earth hometown guy. Keep it up and avoid the guys that have bad faith. I will be watching you 👍👍

[@brickandsole]

Thanks Terry. I will stick to it for sure!

[@misallisonwonderland]

I have a friendly suggestion, a timelapse watching you cleaning or doing a project is fun to watch, instead of telling us what you’re about to do and then immediately showing us that it’s done. Wishing you the best of luck, I watch a lot of building channels and you popped up as a suggestion!

[@brickandsole]

Okay. I'll experiment with that.

[@TheShootinStar]

Rootin' for ya! I love adventures, and this looks like a great one. Dude, you're not just existing, you're living!

[@brickandsole]

Well I've definitely got something to keep me busy for a while! I never could sit still.

[@bobstedman5232]

I love old buildings. I am glad that you have taken on the task of renovating it into something that you can be proud of. I’m looking forward to watching your progress.

[@estellesuarez27]

CAMP CHRIS! Thanks for catching us up!

[@brickandsole]

Thanks! I have one more similar vid about the physical building then back to the regular vids about the process.

[@LaSpiritsgirl]

Team Chris here, living the dream vicariously through you, lol. Nothing that I love more than antiques and old buildings. I wish I could do what you are doing. Let the haters drive you to prove them wrong, and let the rest of us support you through the process of it all. Success and greatness doesn’t come without hard work or it’s ups and downs. It will be worth all of it in the end. The possibilities are endless!

[@brickandsole]

Thats a good angle to focus on. Glad you guys are rooting for me!!!!!

[@Davett53]

3/4/23....My present house, in Columbus, Ohio, was built 110 years ago, you gotta believe there is lead paint on every wall, and old school plaster,....made with asbestos. The best remedy is encapsulation via fresh new paint. It had been repainted a million times, before I bought it in 1993. Some rooms the wall paint has added about 1/8 of an inch of thickness,....And Ugh, the wall paper in some rooms added almost 1/4 inch of thickness. There was so many layers of wallpaper,....it began peeling away on its own, from the sheer weight. I got to see so many different wall paper designs,..from the 1920s, 1940s,.....1950s and beyond.

[@brickandsole]

I'll be doing a video on the EPA stuff at some point. The only asbestos I have is about 7 pipes wrapped in it. Will have to contract that out but it will be resolved. Lead paint another issue. It's being looked at. Oner more thing for the list!

[@LongdistanceRider22]

Your subscribers are your new fans, the word out ! We’re excited just watching you …. 20 grand ! Yahoo… it’s a life work, but well worth the adventure. !

[@brickandsole]

That you Iris!

[@Davett53]

Even at 40,000 feet above your town,....as seen from a plane, I see your building. I'm surprised there isn't a true factory zone,...and your place is the only building of that sort. Unless they already tore them all down, by this period of time, which is common. Lucky you,.....that you found it.

[@chrissimes9445]

That answered a lot of my questions, thanks! I am staggered by the amount of work here, but I'm behind you! It's an AWESOME building, I love it.

[@brickandsole]

Thank you. I promise not to give up!

[@georgiadavis8600]

Hi, I currently watch a lot of abandoned house tours by different people. My favorite is Bros of Decay. He shows all these magnificent castles and homes with the most incredible furniture that has been completely left to decay. It hurts my heart as it is furniture that is no longer made. Since you buy antiques oversees, I was wondering if you could contact Leslie with Bros of Decay to see if he could point you in the direction of the families who own these homes and perhaps make a deal to buy the furniture thereby saving it for future generations to love and pass on? It would truly be worth it I assure you even if you could only make one deal. Especially in France where there are hundreds of castles left to rot. Am I just a dreamer?

[@brickandsole]

Hi, I got your email. Will answer there.

[@pskully57]

I think the building is rooting for you.

[@lindastone679]

Good Luck Chris, you deserve to be successful, not many people would have taken the chance and the Law of Attraction works when you can see and have faith in what you want to achieve, and this is you, you are passionate about what you are doing. Go for it Chris I hope everything works out for you.

[@lindastone679]

It won't be a train wreck you enthusiasm is amazing.

[@jonesmetsasta226]

When you get 50000 subs everything will get faster, after 100000 subs we start to see miracles.This building is your way to dreams, put on some patreon and give us choise where that money should go, bring your friends front of camera, everybody is somehow interesting with they skills or just them self. When you tell numbers, costs and details of everything that is super interesting. When mistakes happens, they are part of life as well. Your channel will grow faster than you can imagine. You are super cool guy, thank for all this.

[@brickandsole]

Wow, Thanks I am afraid to think what would happen if the channel continues to grow. I never imagined. I am not sure so much about Patreon, but I thought a couple of times a year I could source some really cool lamps and stuff from Eastern Europe, and find some original pieces from the building and do a live stream fundraiser or something. I also am thinking of doing a wall for postcards from viewers.

[@christineburrell-young3027]

Hi Chris my name is Christine and I'm behind you all the way+I hope you haven't smashed up all your toilets because someone said they weren't up to code also I'm broke to +what you are doing is just right for you+most of us watching you remind me of an old friend called Dalton have a nice week

[@brickandsole]

Thanks Christine. Thats very nice of you!!

[@shawnsdrumcave]

I think this is pretty awesome, enormous amount of work and money to get it back in shape.

[@brickandsole]

I think about 6 years to do it. But it never goes as fast as you think... right?

[@ralphtorrez9107]

Awesome inspirational story or cautionary tale, either way you’re undertaking a noble task. I’m rooting for you! Go Team Chris!

[@sharonfillman8302]

Wishing you the Best Chris. I’m looking forward to your journey.

[@moonshinefuel]

Well I am going to share this on social media, anything helps, well it helps! Good stuff!

[@brickandsole]

Thank you moonshinefuel!

[@oldtop4682]

Keep the vision! You've already done more than any of us completely realize. You are ALMOST making me want to retire back in Illinois and help you out. Not gonna happen, but I'm with you in spirit. One suggestion. Rent the heavy equipment when it comes time. Unless you are going to use, say a bucket truck, all the time even after the bulk of the work is done, don't buy one, just rent it as needed. Most rental companies will deliver to the job site too. The trick is having everything planned out to minimize the rental time (including a 20% buffer for the unexpected fun that always rears its ugly head lol). If it were me, the only piece of equipment like that I would likely buy is a man lift (Genie lift). That will get you up to the high ceilings, and could help outside too (at least the first floor, maybe the 2nd). A lot safer than ladders, and you can bring a bunch of tools up with you.

[@CJSPENO]

It is obviously how great this idea is. . Yeah Chris

[@rhondakennedy819]

Definitely can see all the hard work you have done!!! Be kind to one another. Stay safe. Love to all

[@mrbreeze9777]

Hey Bob 😂 Chris, good luck to you on this endeavor. Love the old brick industrial buildings and I’m glad to see you working to rehab it. Any other buildings around that area in need of a new owner? I’m not seeing much on line, and your posts have peaked my interest in looking for a project in my retirement.

[@brickandsole]

The tiny little towns that are basically just a strip of buildings around here have project spaces for like 4 or 5k. But also 2 or 3 times a year there are churches that go up for sale. I originally considered that.. I'll be making a video about this topic sometime soon.

[@timothymorris1648]

Chris, you are a man with a vision, I wish you all the best. Look forward to seeing all of the great progress you have made in the short time you have been in the building .

[@ssamirye7259]

You are def in over your head tackling a project this big without a large bankroll behind you as most all other industrial rehab youtube channels do. Most of us watching are closer to your reality. Great job so far. Worst case result is you are only out the cost of a decent used car. Maybe we'll see you in Round Top.

[@brickandsole]

Nice. Definitely that would be awesome!

[@ssamirye7259]

@@brickandsole I do have a bad case of space envy

[@Gandolfthegray1]

I totally support your efforts and wish you the best. Thank you for sharing this life adventure with all of us it is greatly appreciated. Whatever course you choose we are cheering for you! God bless and be safe.

[@brickandsole]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@douglasbrown8175]

I love the old factory buildings, especially Yours. I always thought about having one, and making myself a nice section to live in and do what your doing. I am a regular guy, but over the years I've had about five dump trucks but I didn't keep any as I made money on each and did a lot of my own work with them. I procrastinated an waited too long ,and my health is not good enough to accomplish any big project. So I'm going to watch and enjoy your adventures as you, go have fun.

[@brickandsole]

Awesome. Glad to have you. Stick around. Here's hoping your health improves!

[@royfetherston2998]

Chris, why don't you have people buy a " DUMPSTER load? " Fill them a mixed load of stuff, maybe they can order a mixed load or customer pick list , that you have an area where you have gotten what stuff you need and someone else can use them, hopefully, this would cut your " the open barn door ARENA!" Really enjoyed your Vlog, keep moving forward, there are Diamond, well to you and other people! God will get you through this

[@brickandsole]

Thanks, I thought once I get what might be useful for the renovation out, do a sale of everything you can carry for 10 bucks a trip or something like that. IT would be entertaining.

[@ejwebb4580]

Keep Going!!!

[@mattbannan637]

YOU GOT A REAL BARGAIN THERE BROTHER!!!

[@vanlife247]

Your doing a great job with the building and the channel, keep going!!

[@brickandsole]

Definitely will!

[@colleenvarlow8764]

Hi Chris, glad to see the continuing clean up. Doing great. Ignore naysayers.

[@brickandsole]

Thank you. And thanks of the encouragement!

[@peterselten500]

Hi chris im on team chris its great to see history being saved an giving a new life . Cheers mate 🇦🇺

[@1hollig1]

Hi Chris! I’m definitely rooting for you! I love the building and your vision not to mention, you are very easy on the eyes! I will say it again, I would love to come and help volunteer with doing any work. Yes, dusty, dirty work included obviously!

[@brickandsole]

haha, thanks. I need to get it up to code then I can get it insured and invite every volunteer! Blush...

[@pthomson9736]

Just that you are willing makes what you are doing is phenomenal. I wish you all the best.

[@chevyjennings3404]

I am from a tiny town in Illinois called Browning located on the Illinois river. Glad to see you working on this building and even at scrap prices, you cannot lose $$$. Unk as to guess what you have in line for this place but what a great site for affortable housing or an industrial complex but you go for it!! I know you must have some help to get it cleaned out and I also know you are on first name basis with the recycling people!!

[@brickandsole]

yes I am, and restore habitat for humanity as well. First step weatherize, second step get it up to code, then hire some help then I can think about what next. Cheers.

[@catchincolds]

Personally I subscribed not for the antique side but for the restoration side of the building and all the things you'd find cleaning it out. If you look on KZbin there's not a lot of content for buying industrial buildings and repurposing them. You may have accidently stumbled across an untapped market.

[@lorrydecker9400]

Very cool building! I have a friend who bought an old building similar to yours. She converted a large part of it to storage, both outside and interior. Very lucrative. Also, rents out to photographers. Very lucrative. If you are interested in seeing some of what she has done I can give the name and website. Totally a labor of love that just happens to be profitable. Good on you. Love your content.

[@brickandsole]

Sure. is there are KZbin channel? what state?

[@lorrydecker9400]

@@brickandsole no KZbin channel. She just graduated to Facebook this past year....lol. I'm gonna double check with her just to ok that I post pics and her website. Just out of courtesy. I'm sure it will be ok.

[@cferguson3368]

DIY includes watching mistakes as well as successes! Slow & steady wins the race.

[@AmandandSteve]

You have such a passion for this project you will surely succeed! Couldn't even buy a beach hut in the uk for that price! They go for about £75,000 - ridiculous!!!!! xx

[@brickandsole]

Over there its out of this world. And forget about land too. Cheers.

[@nrivera4380]

I think you've done a phenomenal job in cleaning up the factory and raising money for all your projects and needs! Keep up the great work and it's really enjoyable seeing someone (you) trying his hardest to make something work!!! Hugs to you and your family!

[@brickandsole]

Wow, that's really nice of you. Thanks for the encouragement!

[@WallysPlace66]

Chris, two things. Get Patreon going for you and organize a subscriber work day when the weather is nicer. Great stuff! I'm in your camp. I have a brother in northern Illinois. I would stop by and offer some help some day.

[@brickandsole]

I considered that, but it feels a little weird to me. One thing I also considered was doing and antique industrial lamp "collection" release and a live stream or something as a fundraiser or something like that. If I have enough people mention it I might revisit the idea... Chicago? I am three hours down state from the Windy City.

[@WallysPlace66]

@@brickandsole There are a lot of people out there who would like to help out financially. Especially preserving an iconic piece of history such as you have. It might start out slow but once the ball gets rolling you won't believe the amount of work you'll be able accomplish.

[@brickandsole]

I'm going to give it a bit of thought, I'll only do it if I can figure out a way to give back. Some value add or something. Strangest thing today the neighbor came over and insisted I take money from her. She wanted to contribute. Out of this world.

[@kevinstewart8]

You are so awesome dude! Giving life to an old building like that. Thank you!! Wish someone would go the same to the ol’ T&P building in Ft Worth.