maybe THIS will help our house stay dry?

[@ShannonMakes]

🚗 Ko-Fi (if you want to donate for the trailer): ko-fi.com/shannonmakes

[@toriladybird511]

If we all chip in Shannon can help her neighbours too. Something I think she would like to do.

[@kristaortiz6109]

Hi Shannon, I live in NS and really really wanted a trailer a couple years ago for all those times when you buy or find something that just doesn't fit in the vehicle. Then I did the math and found I could rent a 5x8' trailer from uhaul 13 times a year for 5 years and just break even with buying and registering a trailer but not be responsible for storing or maintaining it. I decided I'd rely on U-Haul since I really wouldn't need a trailer that often and could use the up front money elsewhere. I'm sure you've already done that math but thought I'd bring it up since you have so many other places for your money to go in your new house. 😊

[@daalelli]

@@kristaortiz6109 That is really helpful math! I've been wondering about buying a trailer recently and this helps make that unnecessary.

[@kristaortiz6109]

You don't have the convenience of being as spontaneous, but we've never had an issue renting a trailer for the next day. It made sense for our needs.

[@ivywells2909]

Bless the Neighbor Mikes of the world, building (sometimes literally) community and restoring one's faith in humanity.

[@lauralake7430]

Its likely been bugging him to see that house crumble away. Hes happy that some nice young folks are taking it on !

[@kericorley9387]

I really need a neighbor Mike right right now.

[@kalka1l]

Spending the money on plastic gutters last September saved you thousands in water damage, nevermind the hours of labor managing the water that the gutters kept out of the walls and basement, etc. The electricity savings alone of not having to run as much tech to dehumidify the house. In other words, you made the right call addressing the gutter with plastic now and saving up for metal ones later. Keep it up! You two are doing great.

[@asilverfoxintasmania9940]

this, and for those that have never had to do renovations they don't understand that sometimes the cheap "temporary" option is often the way people have to go, because the cost now is weighed up against what potential damage it is stopping.

[@jeffrobodine8579]

Permanent gutters are the last part of the renovation after all of the exterior is completed.

[@ShannonMakes]

Yes, thank you very much!! 🥳🥳

[@nixhixx]

@@kalka1l a stitch, in time, saves nine

[@fianorian]

As someone who has lived most of her life on a budget, I totally get the gutter solution. If you simply do not have the money, it's better to come up with half a solution than no solution.

[@ShannonMakes]

Yup, so true!!

[@mandeliongardens]

Good neighbors = priceless

[@ShannonMakes]

so true!

[@suzanneirving7257]

And the opposite is true. We have one really problem neighbor. Sigh

[@mandeliongardens]

@@suzanneirving7257 I’m so sorry to hear that! :(

[@RyanMercer]

Hey, Shannon, you should get a dehumidifier. 🤣

[@ShannonMakes]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 I’ll send you the water for your sauna… 😉

[@RyanMercer]

@@ShannonMakes 😂 😂 😂 today is day 25. Can't wait for 30 days to be done. I love and hate it 💀

[@jeno264]

😂🤣 doon't even!

[@lenehelming8296]

Oohh, as a long time Pratchett reader, it is bsolutely lovely to hear the Vimes rant about boots and socioeconomics pop up in totally unrelated places.

[@nekkidnora]

My sister and I shared a room as teenagers, and as two alt-goth-y girls in the 00s, our walls went from black to blood red to hot pink, and boy did we get told these were NOT RESTFUL COLOURS, and yet we slept fine. I think people put far too much stock into "universal" colour associations, when these things are just ludicrously individual.

[@mravenwing]

Re the "paint your bedroom relaxing colors comment". I've found that what color it is doesn't matter because I generally sleep with my eyes shut 😴😊

[@ShannonMakes]

Exactly!!

[@indiabilly]

So many people would just get new gravel I love that you foraged for your own at the bottom of the hill! As always in awe of your work ethic xx

[@julien2912]

And she said, it probably came from her own driveway in the first place. So she's only getting back the gravel that was already hers!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!!!

[@BloominMoonGlass]

As my husband likes to say, "Any tool can be the right tool." My faith in humanity is bolstered by your neighbors. What an awesome neighbor Mike is!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you! And very true!

[@marshawargo7238]

You could get ahold of Caleb to tour his house in St Louis❤! He has a Second Empire 1800's home he's been reviving! Beautiful! He has had several KZbinrs in to film & be filmed by him. He's even taking the paint off of the woodwork, with his wife Kim! He trades information about the work & house. He might even know of a house just like yours that's going through or already done being rehabbed! He's very out there & open to the public, he's not secretive about his location or hard to talk to 😊! I think y'all would really get along❤!

[@rynrose83]

I just posted a similar comment 😂 I think the camaraderie would be very worth while

[@charskene714]

I was going to suggest Caleb. Great minds 😊think alike

[@scottiemom7973]

Caleb would be a great person

[@Lovenature255]

Great idea!

[@susyandersen]

Same idea here ❤ The 2nd Empire Strikes Back All about the restoration of Calebs 1889/1890 second empire home in St. Louis

[@susanrussell8195]

Don’t worry about metal vs PVC. It will be years until you have enough discretionary income to do anything other than what is income friendly.

[@rynrose83]

I don’t live anywhere near St Louis but if you have time you might consider getting in contact with the good folks at 2nd Empire Strikes Back here on KZbin! They’re in St Louis and restoring a historic Victorian, doing incredible work. It is my dream to see people interested in fashion history and restoration collab with them and vice versa

[@Rainicornucopia]

Yes! Good thinking!

[@ruthkirkparick3535]

Something interesting in St. Louis, Missouri -- "The 2nd Empire Strikes Back" KZbin channel is about Caleb, restoring his Victorian house in St. Louis. Perhaps he would give you a tour. If nothing else, his project is inspiring and he is DIYing his lovely old girl so beautifully.

[@ShadoeLandman]

I support this suggestion.

[@missysatke2046]

I know Caleb and Kim. Wonderful people!

[@thizizliz]

Trailer loads of precious toys! LOL, poor deprived pup! Oh man, just getting rid of all that will help with air flow and it's not attractive to rodents when things are clear. So many reasons - awesome. It is a joy to watch you guys repair and restore this lovely home in whatever order you see fit to do things - budget, time where to get the materials - you're the project managers. We're the folks who get to watch with a mug of coffee and relaxing. Thank you for making these videos - it's fascinating to see through the wreckage of neglect into a once proud home.

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!!

[@katrinalevin4064]

So glad your house has gutters. Here’s to a dry basement! 🤞

[@jeno264]

🤞

[@rhondasweeney7271]

Thanks to your very gracious neighbors for helping achieve the 2 of your goals. You both are doing an amazing job. I am just like you, only what the budget can do. Your pup is a treasure. Thank you both for sharing your journey 😊 ❤

[@Sunsetluver1]

I think it’s fun how Phil is getting into the video making too.👍🏼

[@lynelizabethmiergoddessbea2677]

Thrilled that you've been able to get up some new gutters and hey, you've got to do what you've got to do - it's going to rain and you need to do your best to get that dang water away from the inside of your house. I completely agree with putting up less expensive gutters for now - once you've got more of your water issues under control, you can revisit the gutters.

[@LeeLee86]

Stop worrying about all the people who are telling you you’re doing wrong or you should have done this or that. You do what you need to do for you and Phil and everyone else can go reno their own house and do it their way! ❤❤❤ You guys are doing fantastic!!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! (but also, not worrying about it at all... just trying to save everyone some time leaving/reading useless comments, and answering questions for viewers that genuinely are curious along the way)!

[@leemasters3592]

Haircare tip Over years of doing construction and farmwork with mid-back length hair I found that putting it in a low bun then covering my hair with a cotton bandanna (with hat on top for outdoor work) was the best solution for keeping it contained, out of my face and undamaged. Keeps the dirt and grime out too making washing easier at the end of the day. Downside is it doesn't look the most stylish.

[@ShannonMakes]

So funny you mention that because you'll see this exact hairstyle make it's first appearance in... a week or two? I forget when exactly, but you'll start seeing it soon (although, to be fair, I personally think it's quite stylish!!)

[@leemasters3592]

@@ShannonMakes ah, but you haven't seen my hat!

[@debo4706]

I have had the “cheapie” gutters for 30 years . They have been working just fine.

[@ShannonMakes]

NICE! love hearing that!

[@Kimberly-lp4nh]

Phil decided with the plumbing for the gutter, he was literally going to make a square peg fit in a round hole, lol.

[@ShannonMakes]

LITERALLY!!

[@cayjadoobirsingh2519]

Phil” It wasn’t what I was going to say.” Shannon “It should have been.” Phil answers with sweet half smile that speaks volumes but with love. 😂 My husband was a contractor and I’ve been around him (21 years) long enough to know a little. I just get a “yes dear” and sweet smile from him (and then sometimes he takes my suggestions!) 😂 We are enjoying the journey with you! BTW He said you absolutely did the right thing with the gutters. Stop the water damage however possible as quick as possible. Wish we could meet in St Louis but I’m in TN and it’s still a pretty far drive. I have decided not to travel till after the elections because people are losing their ever loving minds! Looking forward to the next chapter in this journey you are on! ❤

[@dawnmoriarty9347]

My husband takes my suggestions on board later....hoping I won't notice lol

[@cayjadoobirsingh2519]

@@dawnmoriarty9347 😂😂❤️

[@ShannonMakes]

omg this whole comment chain made me cackle so hard!! thank you both!

[@sinjaja5836]

That was a really cute moment.

[@kristinmorey4921]

Thank you for adding the little blurb about the timeline! I was beginning to lose track. And there is nothing wrong with quick and dirty to stop the leaking. I think sometimes it's easy to forget that DIY is not what we see on HGTV or even KZbin from so many DIYers. It's a very individual process unique to each person and situation.

[@susan4am]

While in St Louis, you should visit Kaleb and Kim (The 2nd Empire Strikes Back) He is restoring a Victorian and he's also an artist!

[@KayDubs77]

Our Neighbor Mike is named Steve, and he and his wife are such a blessing! They've helped with (or even taken on) projects over the years often without us even having to ask. And when my husband and I became physically unable to keep up with the yardwork, neighbor Steve offered to take care of it for half the price (and twice the precision) that our existing lawn company charged. I repay them with bouquets of flowers, gardening supplies, and chocolate chip cookies. I'm so happy you have good neighbors, as I believe that good neighbors make up good communities, and good communities contribute to good neighbors. ☺

[@ShannonMakes]

Awww, love the neighbor Steves and Mikes of the world!!

[@Cherishedprints-stationery]

8:52 Nahhhh.... He was just watching how adorable you are. He could be the new heart-eye emoji.

[@dawnbaker9274]

Doing the best with what you got is what a lot of people do. One of the reasons I love your channel. It's called real life.😁❤

[@ShannonMakes]

Thanks so much 😊

[@lauralake7430]

People with different budgets can give all kinds of suggestions, but unless they are there to pony up the cash, its all just thoughts…since i have just thoughts and no spare cash, i will say im certain that you will make the best possible decisions . You are the person who is there and has all the facts. Rock on ! Edit: ive had cheap plastic gutters for ten years, while i ponder metal ones. They are still completely servicable.

[@ShannonMakes]

so SO true!! ...and to be honest, every time someone makes an especially rude "YOU REALLY NEED TO BE GETTING [insert random tool here]" comment, I just offer to send them my Venmo details so they can pay for it, since it seems to vital to them that I have it 🤣🤣

[@amys3168]

I’m no where near St. Louis, but we loved city museum when we visited many years ago.

[@cferguson3368]

It is a very cool museum. Not at all what you expect from it's rather plain name!

[@joanabbott9531]

It is amazing, and someone as flexible as you could really make use of its most fun features. I nearly did myself a mischief climbing to the airplane. It also has neat architectural features from St Louis past. The art museum and zoo have free admission if you want fun on a budget.

[@wallashakalla]

It’s all about the barter system in my neighborhood. We all help each other out when we can. Imagine a world where we helped each other out once in a while.

[@ShannonMakes]

Yes, I love that!!

[@zdeeloo6985]

My neighbors came at me with chainsaws in hand from different directions… to help me with a fallen tree after a storm… without asking. That’s how we got to know each other. It seems up here in the North Atlantic area there is a lovely spirit of kindness and helping your neighbor.

[@ShannonMakes]

I love that!

[@deborahdanhauer8525]

I don’t live in St. Louis but I’ve visited there several times and an absolute can’t miss is the Missouri Botanical Garden. It’s huge and quite old and just sumptuous. I hope you like it too🐝🤗❤️

[@Nessi-dances]

Yay, gutters! Glad the dehumidifier is working! Poor puppy, watching her silly humans take away perfectly good sticks 😂 💜

[@ShannonMakes]

😁😂💦🪵

[@isabelleblanchet3694]

A budget friendly option now that can save the basement from water/degradation will be economical in the long run because having to redo a basement or do professional mould remediation would be more expensive then replacing the gutters with fancy ones later on.

[@SamIAm38386]

I think what you said about the gutters is "this is the best decision for us at this stage." I think we could all benefit from that kind of attitude in more of life in general.

[@1990Phillip]

I went there as a tourist a few years ago. If you want to do the touristy things in Sant Louis then you need to go to the Arch also the Aquarium. The aquarium is in an old train station. There is also the City Museum as well

[@SimpleDesertRose]

The world needs more people like Neigbor Mike. And can we all just stop for a moment and adore how cute Canelle is with her little corgi butt wiggles? And Shannon you are totally badass for all the work you are putting into your house. I hope you find some.more information on her history to share with us. I hope you get yourself a trailer soon. I feel you on the gutter situation. We are talking about doing a rainwater catchment system and our house has no gutters at all. Every time it rains we watch all that precious water run off the roof and just soak into the ground. Since we can't afford to have a well dug for the homestead we are looking at rainwater until we can afford to have the well dug. Which also means we will mist likely be doing the cheapy rain gutters too and completely DIYing everything to save for that well. Out here in the Arizona desert water is a precious commodity. And the city is charging those of us whonlive out innthe agriculture zones a foutune. I figured I would take a page out of your play book for being cheap and do what we can and save towards that well and cut back on our dependence on city water.

[@ShannonMakes]

Yes, lots of fun stories and history coming in videos eventually... you'll just have to be patient, but there are some INCREDIBLE stories associated to this house's origin!

[@SimpleDesertRose]

@@ShannonMakes I have 5 kids. Patience is not an issue for me. I am excited though.

[@petapendlebury9024]

No idea if it's of any help now but my uncle leaves his humidifier on top of a toilet with the tray removed when he is away for extended periods of time and the villa is closed up. It is set to switch on and off with humidity levels. Very much enjoying the journey and I agree with your other commenters that any money spent on taking water away from your basement is money well spent.

[@irenecoermann2439]

Sticks! The perfect dog toy!!!! And for free! I love seeing your dog be so excited about sticks!

[@ShannonMakes]

The best!

[@MullBull]

I had to rewatch at 20:40 what it said when the christmas flower went in the branches, and I was surprised that it actually was Swedish :) That was a nice surprise ^^

[@ShannonMakes]

Well, Danish, but same same!! 🎄🎄

[@mable552]

K, couple of thoughts...yay for neighbir Mike..my hubby is like that, helping neighbors and it's so funny to see them bring him baked goods to show their appreciation😊..maybe a banana loaf is in store for neighbor Mike. Seriously, so glad you are on the receiving end of some of our good Canadian hospitality. What a kind thing to do shoving up that gravel, true ownership at work. I'm with you, makes no difference the color of my bedroom, when lights are out, im gone within a couple if minutes. Keep allowing your personality to shine through and thank you for bringing us on the ride! Salut from Montreal!

[@ShannonMakes]

💜💙💚⚜️

[@Mamasmovietime]

Another great video. I'm so glad you were able to accomplish so much. It's so nice to have had neighbor Mike's help.

[@sofiew.andersen4548]

In Denmark we have a product called Rodalon that is primarily used for mold removel in our damp climat. Maybe you have seen it in Copenhagen.

[@gigi3242]

I love the way you and Phil work together, it's awesome. As these videos are a year old, I'm thinking the house is looking and feeling so much better. Thank you Mike, for being such an amazing neighbor. Will be happy for you, when you can get the renter's side of the house done, and start bringing in some cash; if that isn't already happening. Always nice when the house can help pay for at least some of the reno costs. Have a beautiful weekend.

[@rennastallings5730]

While I live across the state in Kansas City, I just was in St. Louis in June. You must go to city museum in downtown St. Louis. There is nothing else like it and you will have a blast.

[@nancydunaway359]

I’m in KC too! Hi neighbor!

[@rennastallings5730]

@@nancydunaway359 hey neighbor. Nice day today.

[@UnboundedArtandCrafts]

Here in the Netherlands most hardware stores have trailers to rent or even use for free if you buy enough stuff. Is that something they do in your area?

[@ShannonMakes]

Definitely do it in Denmark too... long live Bauhaus!! Home Depot is rumoured to do it too, but we don't have one near us 😢

[@leslielemon4403]

Don’t live in St Louis but recently visited. My nephew took us to the City Museum which was a lot of fun.

[@moonbasket]

We love free street gravel and helpful neighbors.❤

[@ShannonMakes]

Yes we do!!

[@LL-lv8ke]

I would love to see you team up with Ariel Bissett in Nova Scotia. She does renos and I watch her too.

[@sinjaja5836]

Yeeees please. Great idea.

[@goodandgreen]

you are such a gem of a storyteller. everything there you tackle, builds on the old house restoration plot! i wish you'd ignore the critics and assume we are all avid followers that are picking up the plot points as this adventure unfolds, it true! also- love the crafty videos too, you are showing the world what being a multi interest person is, we need that because its rare on this platform, and authentic. pats for Canelle!

[@ShannonMakes]

Lol that would be an entirely naive assumption, especially since I'm one of the few YTers who actually reads the comments and engages with my viewers 🤣🤣 But they shall never shape the content of the videos or the style with which I edit, because that'd be just stupid! Pats for Cannelle: delivered ✅🐶

[@Teerae11]

That is a nice neighbor !! Glad the gutters are working a year later and keep working !!

[@tiredgoblinboi]

Oh St.Louis has so much to see and do! You're gonna have a great time!

[@Johanna.EG.]

It's not more expensive to buy plastic gutters now and metal gutters later if the plastic gutters prevent expensive damage!

[@ShannonMakes]

A super good point!! 😍😍

[@kathysultzbaugh3858]

Great video. It amazes me the amount of people that tell youtubers what they can and can't do or what they should and shouldn't do. You can paint your room any color you want.

[@ShannonMakes]

Fully agreed... lots of entitled people out there who are very vocal with their opinions (who shall get promptly ignored, in my case, lolll) 💜💙💚

[@susannechinn647]

Thank you neighbour Mike for helping Shannon and Phil. Shannon you were proactive getting all that gravel.

[@lapoppy4801]

Wow- I can't even talk until I've had my coffee. You guys are so ready to leap into what needs doing. Such great workers.

[@teresadenham4417]

I live in Missouri The Arch, the Zoo, Botanical gardens, Grants Farm (where Anheiser Busch is made) if you like beer gardens. Just off the top of my head! 😂 Soulard area

[@ShannonMakes]

Nice!

[@LedgerAndLace]

I'll echo others in suggesting connecting with Caleb & Kim at The Second Empire Strikes Back channel. Also, the Missouri Botanical Garden is one of THE botanical gardens in the U.S. Cannelle could not be any cuter with the Corgi Cam shots. To balance out the inevitable Plastic Gutter Shamers, I'll say that you're doing an AMAZING job! Seriously. YAY, YOU!

[@ShannonMakes]

thank you!! 💜💙💚

[@dianakranning9843]

Having good helpful neighbors is such a treasure, so happy you have them. Your pup-dog always puts a smile on my face, thanks! You're doing a wonderful job on a shoestring budget. Have a wonderful week!

[@ShannonMakes]

You are so kind! Thank you, and you too!! 💜

[@LiseWaring]

definitely take the time to go up the Gateway Arch

[@carolbulmer8253]

Hi, Shannon and Phil. YAY for neighbour Mike. I’ll bet it feels good to be rid of all that brush. I love the shots of Cannelle… thank you❤️

[@ShannonMakes]

You're very welcome!

[@daniellemcallister]

I think the gravel build up also comes from shoveling it out of your driveway in the winter with the snow. I know it certainly happened when I had a gravel driveway. Some cities also use gravel and sand on icy roads in winter instead of salt.

[@ShannonMakes]

true, true!

[@Scereyaha]

Maybe you dig a small pond and put a fountain in it and just make sure it's deep enough that everything can slope down gently to it? Rainwater ponds are an opportunity for fun stuff and pond plants and keeping the water moving can help prevent mosquitoes, so can some fish. I don't know what your feelings are on eventual fish?

[@jeno264]

Yippee, progress on the problem floor spot! 🎉🎊 Once the source(s) of all the moisture is fixed you should have a much better time managing the house renos 💖💖

[@donnaduguay7532]

Hi Shannon. I think your both doing a great job. Some time we have to use what we can afford and find at the time of a repair knowing that down the road it’s a temporary fix. Most people I find do this. Thank you for sharing your house progress with us I always look forward to seeing them. Have a great day. 😍

[@ShannonMakes]

thanks, you too!!

[@DeeCanada]

Perfect timing..I’m replacing the gutters on my shed. Thanks Phil😘

[@tracymorrison1584]

also check around flashing by chimney; we had water during rainstorms and it was coming down the area and leaking down walls and down to basement as well.

[@lorettavalmorbida7793]

Can't wait until the next video.

[@melaniearison1209]

Neighbor Mike the legend. Well done you lot. I believe the ol girl is starting to smile some. Excited for the next video. Phil, Shannon beloveds Bless yall.

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!!

[@eternalbookwyrm9481]

It's always great to have great neighbors!!! It's so great that Mike decided to help you!! You guys got a lot done. I bought my first car in my 30s mostly due to not having a car to get my license with. Relaxing colors depend on the person. I love to see your dog!! Such a sweetie!!

[@tinayoga8844]

I laughed out loud when you told us about painting the bedroom a relaxing color. Easy solution. Close your eyes.

[@ShannonMakes]

RIGHT?!?!!?

[@kimberlyhornikel771]

just a supportive comment. I always love your videos. Thanks so much for making them and sharing your attitude (always positive) adventures, and experiences.

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you so much, Kimberly!! Glad you're enjoying the adventures!! 💜

[@sdmcdaniel2255]

So, just out of curiosity, how did you deal with the hole in your foundation before the rain? I had some ideas, probably not very good ones, but definitely creative (I thought), but then I remembered that these videos are a year behind, so I refrained from mentioning them 🤣! Blessings on Neighbor Mike for giving you some of the help you needed!!! That's one of the things I miss about today's United States. That sense of neighborhood community is gone from a lot of neighborhoods today. For example, I've lived 5 or 6 years on the same street and have only talked to 3 of my neighbors; there's only one neighbor that I talk to on a regular basis.

[@malagastehlaate9923]

I envy you on being able to sleep really well... Not something I've ever been blessed with... no matter how hard I work or how tired I think I am... it is 1 to 2 hours for me to get to sleep... there is NO off switch on my brain... I have over time learned to just start trying to keep my brain occupied by making up my own dreams before I go to sleep... somewhere while doing that I will fall asleep... eventually... and always hopefully sooner than later. Sadly I can't take anything for that problem... I just have to "deal" ... But what a great job you have done on clearing up the brush and getting gutters up... and it's awesome to have such a kind and friendly neighbor! I can imagine that is immensely helpful! Especially one with such fine equipment and a trailer to boot! Hope you get your trailer soon!

[@lorettavalmorbida7793]

Love love the green walls, I love the color green. You do what you like that's what's important, And your bedroom is wonderful.

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you so much! Totally agree 💚💚

[@deweygraham2432]

Ooooooooh! Rain gutters. I want some for the quilt barn. It is like standing behind Niagara Falls when the rain water rushes off the edge of the roof. Such a happy feeling, like birthday, anniversary and Christmas all rolled into one day.

[@lilaskye2375]

Another SO excellent video Thanks, Shannon 💖

[@angielovett4159]

You and Phil are such a good team, just saying it’s lovely to watch you both working together. You’re both such hard workers 💕

[@ShannonMakes]

Thanks so much 🥰

[@ColorJoyLynnH]

Our house was built in 1916. It was added onto in 1924, which doubled it’s size. We’ve always had a leaking issue in the front of the house, which is the old part. We just accepted that because the house was a great deal and it’s otherwise in good shape. My husband would just go downstairs and wet vac up the water and put it down a drain that works. Two years ago we got a new roof. While we were getting the roof, we got a new set of gutters. We have not had leaking in the front of the house ever since. Now we still have some leaking in the back, but that (concrete) floor is constructed to just trickle in at the bottom of the wall and then into a drain without sticking around and building up puddles. Gutters are always an extra good idea. And I’m saying this before I’ve watched the video…

[@peggynorton5145]

Botanical Gardens, Eat at the Spaghetti factory. I live 1 hour east of there. St Charles Mo has wonderful old shops.

[@damogranheart5521]

You are right about putting those gutters up toot-sweet and saving the paint job for later. Stop further damage and then repair, then make with the pretty stuff. The exception that I would make is for Halloween decorations. Even that I am keeping simple this year.

[@howcanikeepfromsinging]

I just want to say I appreciate the spider shot, and that it was more than a fleeting split-second 😁

[@kathymazzola1200]

Just make sure the gutters are big enough! We replaced ours once and had flooding because we bought gutters that were too small and the water was running over the sides.

[@robintheparttimesewer6798]

Don’t worry about the type of gutters it was more important to get gutters that get the perfect ones! You do you! We make those choices every day. It’s so nice to have neighbours that will help out. The knowledge of the area alone is invaluable! It’s one of the harder things about moving around having to find everything!

[@quaintlyso]

it’s really super-helpful to see how folks come up with good-enough solutions to old house woes! of course we’d all love to do things The Right Way, but needs must when you’re short time and shorter on money the Sam Vimes boots theory is so so so true

[@DeDeStephens]

If you are interested in Indians, there's a great museum in Caseyville, Illinois. It's across the river from st. Louis. It's called Cahokia Mounds. I live the Botanical garden I'm st louis as well. The arch has a museum inside it as well

[@carlahead2851]

Taking a break from politics. Looking forward to seeing you this morning. 👋 From southern Indiana 🇺🇸 8:55 AM

[@ShannonMakes]

Welcome! Hope you enjoyed!

[@DustAndGraceASMR]

Your videos genuinely make me crave hard work 😂 we renovated our first house and i really miss the satisfaction of seeing that kind of work come together!

[@ShannonMakes]

So true, it really feels so good!!!

[@KlingonPrincess]

Neighbor Mike rocks! I can see a big housewarming BBQ party in your future 🌻🍄

[@RowanTreeArt]

poor cannel, being deprived of all the sticks she could ever dream of! I'm sure she'll never find any ever again/s. Love seeing you and phil being brought into the community by your wonderful neighbors. wishing you all good health as you continue working on restoring the house! also psyched to see that the dehumidifier is doing so much good for that spot on your floor!

[@kingreinhardt1553]

I don't live in the STL area anymore, but if you've going, you've got to check out the Zoo!! It's one of the best in the country! Going up in the Arch is fun, too, if you aren't afraid of heights! 😅😂

[@pippaseaspirit4415]

It’s possible that you might be able to find replacement original cast iron rainwater goods from a salvage yard if there’s one you’re passing or reasonably close to. Neighbour Mike sounds like an awesome guy 😃. Can you get a roof rack for your car for transporting large items? Much cheaper than a trailer!

[@KlingonPrincess]

I second the roof rack idea. I have an Xterra with a tack and it's proved it's value.

[@ShannonMakes]

good question/point... unfortunately I have some things that need to be transported that won't work on a roof rack, but... makes my brain cogs turn, for sure!

[@rinarose9544]

Omg, the car I learned to drive in was an '04 Matrix! Such a great little car, and perfect for road trips too! My mom and I did so many in that car lol. At one point we also had a rack + box for the top of the car in lieu of a trailer simply because it was easier to drive it that way, and those sometimes come up secondhand - might be worth keeping an eye out for that too if a trailer doesn't show up on marketplace!

[@ShannonMakes]

it's such a great little car!!

[@brinawitch]

Hey Shannon, since you're going to St. Louis you have to connect with the people who run Second Empire Strikes Back. They are fixing up a old Victorian home in the same town. Lovely couple ...

[@roxannebolla8567]

I live close to StL. Sooo much to see and do! I filled out the form but also want to mention the there is a LOT of cool architecture to be seen in StL, a true historic city.

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!

[@Kimella777]

❤😊it feels good to get rid of old brush and trees like that. We just did that behind our house😊great job😊

[@elizabethhall1716]

A year ago. I heard mention of that in another video. Well, I'm just glad I found your channel. And that the gutters did work. Not sure how I originally missed the year ago part. I try not to miss any of them.