More Mobile Home Mess | Fixing the Roof Eaves - Home Renovation

Now that the chimney is gone we have to patch the hole. As usual one thing leads to another and this project gets bigger than expected. Still, one step closer and it's looking good.
More videos of us renovating this house here! 🡲 • Renovating a 1974 Doub...

[@diyfferent]

Watch us work on this home from the start! 🡲 kzbin.info/aero/PLB6I6KoGYpp62Z2DQhIXgqBbDsBhDRijJ

[@kayking3488]

Do you have a P.O. Box? Would like to mail you something. I know others have asked the same thing.

[@debean5670]

You two are very industrious.

[@meganelise277]

I was just thinking about the property as a whole, and your past properties, and how everything you touch comes back to life 😊

[@patriciawolfe8983]

mom said "just don't open the door. this will not end well." My dad opened the door to the small enclosed closet next to the water heater as there were pipes leading into and back out of this 2-foot door. the room was as small as the door in depth and width. several rusted pipes entered and exited the room. the wood rot was extensive not allowing a door to be rehung. Dad did a lot of the work which included several adjoining rooms. It took over a year and cost approximately $10,000 in the '80s. every time he winced or complained mom said: "I told you not to open the door." lol

[@christyama]

Your house would look so cute with a porch along the entire front.

[@anetzband1383]

We have a screened in porch the entire length of our mobile home, and it adds a whole different dimension to the house. We love it.

[@cindybetts8341]

Doug, you might not know what things are called, but you sure seem to get things done and they turn out really GOOD! I'm sure your family is proud of you!

[@roasarioruiz7804]

You are the hardest working people I have ever seeing. The house is going to be beautiful when is all done.🏡

[@katjodaniels4233]

You don't know HOW MUCH HOPE you guys give me! Everytime you run into some something rotted, broken, or leaking, I learn that it IS possible to do a solid repair to these mobiles. I love it❤️

[@nanbrum56]

Oh, guys, I feel your pain. I spent my first 45 years living in an old 1850's era house, complete with square nails and horse hair plaster. It was a perpetual fixer upper. Every project started turned into two or three more before it was finished. On the positive, I acquired quite a repertoire of DIY skills thanks to that old house. When you can't afford to call someone, you learn to do it yourself. I can repair plumbing and plaster, build a deck, and replace doors and windows. Not bad for a girl. I'm a renter now. But I still miss "fixing stuff." I love your fixer-upper videos. It's the next best thing to doing it myself. Great work, you two!

[@teresaparker3559]

I just have one problem with your videos......they aren't long enough. Keep em coming

[@fab4gal342]

Wow, what an improvement! You put the handy in handy man! Ashley is a real worker bee! It can be a thankless job picking up and hauling things away but you are very integral part of your home reno!

[@Siansonea]

I'm glad Belle isn't afraid of snakes and spiders and other critters. Her curiosity about nature is wonderful.

[@cliffandrews]

You three are a good example of what Americans use to be like. Take care.........

[@rosemarysinder2151]

You both work so well together . It never ends . I like your attitude towards these jobs .you must love doing renovations. I will stay right here and root you along .

[@JustcallmePOOH]

Her “bye” at the end of the videos are #classic 😂💪🏽

[@barbarakujawa320]

Your energy and that of your wife is typical for an aggressive young couple intent on having a good home renovation. Excellent video. Really excellent!

[@karithompson5621]

Ashley, cracks me up. She makes me giggle. She has such a dry sense of humor. I get a kick out of her.

[@johanlaurasia]

When you install the drip edge, be sure not to push it up against the facia board tight, there should be a gap (I can see a small gap, but technically it should be about the thickness of your finger away from the facia board. Try to match the distance away from the facia board that the current drip edge that's currently there is. The drip edge is bent out so that water will wick away from the house, and if it's against the board, it'll wick under and will be contacting the facia board, and can (through capillary action) soak up into the facia board (rotting it out), and get the roof covered ASAP! Also, if you're not going to cap it with new aluminum, you can always paint, but be sure to get all that done ASAP.

[@suemcdermott3522]

As a NEARLY 60 yr old retired Aussie Nurse and Grandma, I am living a Homestead lifestyle vicariously through you. 😊 Love seeing the house rebuild come together and can't get enough of your videos. 🏡

[@stef1lee]

That was a speckled king snake (not poisonous) and good because they eat poisonous snakes and rodents. I save the ones I find and rehome them back into our forested area on our property to keep the chickens from playing tug 'o war with them and eating them. Great job on the house and I love seeing the progress. It reminds me of my husband and I and our great big remodeling jobs we take on constantly. I'm looking forward to your next video! Be safe out there!

[@ItStartsWithYou2Day]

You made the right decision to start on the outside. You don't want the pretty inside getting damaged by anything outside like leaks, mice etc etc. I must say, you two have a work ethic and lifestyle that's not common in this era. Bravo to you two for raising kids this way. 👏

[@diyfferent]

Thanks!

[@robinr.770]

You know what? I love the filtered light in the front yard. Taking out those trees made a positive impact, despite the need to clear workspace across the front side of the home. And I know the quality of work you and Ashley perform will not only strengthen your home, it will be beautiful. I am looking forward to seeing what Ashley decides to plant in the flower beds in the front of the house. Wonderful work! One step closer each and every day. Thanks.

[@jayjohnson3534]

I love the way you 2 just tackle the projects without a bunch of complaining.......it will all look beautiful.

[@sherthom5672]

There's not going to be much left of the original house when you're done. You're going to have a brand new house.

[@hollysamson3808]

Wow, what a beautiful NEW house you will have when you are finished. Love watching you! Good morning from Pennsylvania! Weather is beautiful here! After I finish watching this I am going out to work in my yard! What a difference in the front of your house. I am in the process of weed eating my front bank. It takes me along time..bit by bit because I am 69 yrs old but love my yard and I am off to hang clothes out in my line and work outside. Can’t wait for your next video!

[@JamesCouch777]

I'm glad you are putting these remodel videos out. It might encourage someone to tackle a project they might not have otherwise. Y'all do good work! You remind us of us when we were younger.

[@JamesCouch777]

@rocky mountain lass lol...we had to do it the hard way...no youtube or ebay or cell phones.

[@acornhomestead3575]

I love your daughter and her snake! Lol I was like that as a kid too... A thousand years ago

[@frostqueenbee9123]

Don't let our negative comments deter you guys. I truly enjoy watching your progress. BELLE, PUT THE SNAKE DOWN! 😀

[@rawsienna1]

You inspire me to be a harder worker and get by with less. Truly love your channel.

[@karla.30]

I would LOVE to see a 12' deep Full Length Porch across the front of the house for nice covered outdoor space!!!!! That would look so awesome and be fantastic!

[@picketfence2028]

It's going to be a whole new house! So essentially Doug you are a better builder than the roofing contractor. This brings back so many memories of my husband and I building our first house, now we're working on our last. We used to give each other that side of the eye look like, 'are you kidding me, climb up there?!' Ug, it was way more work back when we did it all ourselves,, but we were younger and less arthritic! We're still doing 80% of the work ourselves, just not the stuff we hate. Any type of construction is labor intensive, and you guys have added work of 'demo and discovery' with renovation! Ashley, you crack me up,..."bye". ;)

[@barbaralittle7873]

I'm proud of you Ashley , you just jump right in there what ever needs to be done. That's the way it should be. The house is beginning to look great. Doug you are a go getter. Love you guys.

[@supramby]

Handling snakes like a country girl. Whoop whoop

[@rikkitikkitavi997]

I like the positive attitude your family has and the way you handle problems. Nothing ever seems to overwhelm you. One of the reasons I watch is because of the systematic approach you give to a task. It gives me satisfaction to see each task complete and then on to the next. No loose ends. Another reason I watch is to see what Belle is doing. She’s a sweet young lady with good ideas too. Thank you.

[@JB43186]

You two make a great team. Your trailer is in rough shape. Luckily you have the skill and know how to get the job done.

[@susanbeaver5129]

Boy, these small changes and little steps forward, done continually and consistently, are making a big difference. Your progress is very evident. Thank you for sharing this project with us!

[@tialalis9986]

I enjoy watching your videos. I love it when Ashley says, "BYE" lol

[@patschomann7338]

Wow! You are doing a great job! You are practically rebuilding that whole mobile home! Every job has been well planned and skillfully done. Thanks for sharing! It has been quite a journey!

[@davepelfrey3958]

As soon as your video popped up I had to stop watching another video and head to yours. Love seeing your progress. Belle and the snake, she's not afraid of nothing.

[@MsSoozy]

I do love how you just carry on and fix things as you go, no biggy deal. They sure did have water damage in the front there and why did they not take care of it. I know lumber costs can soar, I find that up here in BC, but you can find scrap wood that is often still very usable. Take care you two.

[@tashajackson7726]

Snake: What's going on? Why am I being held? Child: look snake

[@tinatipps5042]

Y’all do make it look easy!! And ... i mean if y’all would like to make a show that last for two hours I’m totally cool with it! 🤣🤣LOL BTW thanks Ashley for saying bye at the end that’s just how you gotta end it! 😂 good job!!!

[@Starrmiller]

Another job well done!! When Doug was pulling that piece of metal I thought it was gonna break that window underneath it. And belle with that snake omg she's not affair of anything! God bless your family!

[@OFFGRIDwithDOUGSTACY]

Doug yelling FASCIA board lol good job! you guys are gettn it

[@diyfferent]

haha thanks

[@janwhite5642]

If anyone can do it, it is you.. I am so sorry that one thing turns into so many things..Wishing you all of the best..

[@blueyzsf]

I love that Belle is courageous enough to pick up a snake. How is she enjoying her new room? :)

[@diyfferent]

Loves it! Her and Maverick love playing in there :)

[@RobertasArtisticAdventures]

It's always awesome to watch one of your videos to start my day. I love watching how you transform your home and property into something safer, healthier, and more purposeful!

[@deborahbaca1345]

it's so cute when Ashley says' 'Bye' at the end of every video. lol. It's expected now. Wow, you two are ruthless in your reno work. Such good brave team work. And Belle picking up snakes she doesn't know are dangerous, you guys live on the edge. Real country folk now. No one would ever believe you are from NY. :)

[@diyfferent]

Thanks! But we did come from the countryside in Upstate NY :)

[@creativecrafts9490]

Ohhhh so much better already! You guys rock! Your work ethic is so rare and awesome 👏 keep it up! Looking forward to the next video!

[@lynndubai4984]

it is nice to see a young man so talented in home building

[@jksatte]

It is amazing to have the skill to do all that work. It pays off. Janice

[@OneForTheDollyBirds]

Also called "fascia board." Not to be confused with "focaccia bread," which, when stale, can actually be used as a substitute for "fascia board."

[@smithk6977]

😋😂🤣👍

[@aemartonxoxo]

Can’t wait to see what you do with the outside. It will be so cool to look back at these videos and remember what the house originally looked like!

[@dawnztube]

You guys make things look so easy!!

[@heatherjackson2315]

Thank goodness you are fixing all the things the previous owners did . Making your cute little house extra safe for your amazing family ❤️

[@Hollybank5]

Wow - one thing leads to another and another !! You’re doing a great job 👍👍 Belle is fearless 😳❤️

[@dotgomez5168]

Love following you guys, kids are adorable. So refreshing to see people working together to make a home. Keep up the good work.

[@hvnfun8601]

That rot under the door is due to the deck being at the same height as the door. Rain hitting the deck floods that area. Snow laying on the deck saturates the rotten area. Now some people like their deck to be the same height as the door, until the wood rots or they get 6 inches of snow and can't open the door. The others desire a single step down - no rain flooding, no saturation, etc. Decking is another area to consider. Today, a lot of people will use the 5/4 pressure treated decking boards and maybe some sort of protection - either staining or waterproofing. History shows that these do not last that long. Back in the day, people covered their decks and porches in pressure treated 2 bys and PAINTED them with porch paint. True every few years you had to repaint them - but - some of these are now over 100 years old

[@diyfferent]

We'll be talking about that in the next video, but you are right on.

[@jacquiethielen]

I thought my Son and his Wife were an anomaly. Apparently I was wrong because I see you guys also work hard to obtain goals and work as a great team! I do not know your family relationships , but I hope you have family as proud of you guys as I am for my Son.

[@OhItsJustMe2]

You two make a great team.

[@jessiec1044]

Seriously Doug, you make home reno look easy. Awesome job!😀

[@avamcgee7007]

Doug you did good job on roof patch. You both are a great team. Can't wait to see end result. Building a porch on front would be nice for the future. Take care.

[@rbirkheimer59]

I love how fast you work! You guys are really good. And I'm happy 'cause Ashley is smiling more. I would like to see longer videos if it's possible! Your home is going to look so good. I can't get enough of the fixing up! Thanks . Hugs from OHIO

[@kellywilliams5112]

I would say moving that scraggly mess along the walkway, was a bravo idea... lovely specimen's that they were and all..lol

[@glorialeach7301]

Looking good 👏👏👏👏👏👏 Belle, your brave to hold that snake 🤗

[@trinam2503]

I agree with Ashley! Its gotta go! It looks so much better without the scraggly plants. 😀 I know the curb appeal of planting against the house is nice. But I have seen so much damage to siding cause by the bugs, rodents, and small birds that live in the shrubs and small trees that are popular for flower beds. And I have seen cracked sidewalks and foundations from trees planted to close. You probably dont have to worry about this where you are, but shrubs planted close to the house are also a good place for burglars/peeping toms to hide.

[@elizabethwilliams5140]

I love to watch young people who work hard, have some skills and try to build more and are self sufficient.

[@elizabethmacdonald4605]

Wow guys, just wow! Keep up the good work. You will have that place in tip top shape and looking spiffy in no time! Take care, be safe and keep it up! Later👋

[@nepxienaps3433]

You can really start to see the difference! Awesome work guys!!😁

[@bobbarista111]

Good job guys! Start right, end right.

[@NPAMike]

id like to know what kind of diet you guys are on. It seems like you two have so much energy the amount of work you two did in the last couple of years is amazing.

[@diyfferent]

Nothing special really, just good ingredients, all non-gmo, and organic for most things, and we drink lots of water. :)

[@jacquicoder7160]

Kudos to you both, you are so good about just getting past the problems that pop up along the way. I bet that Papa Pepper could tell Belle what kind of snake that was that she found.

[@janedoe9421]

Such an improvement guys!! I agree with Ashley, the ugly stuff in front of the house had to go. 👍👍🤗

[@howlingwind1937]

You're going along well with your renovations, before you know it you'll be finished and you'll be able to enjoy your home, and know that all your hard work was worth it. Cheers from Tasmania!

[@jackiemartin2874]

Seamless! Great job, but then that’s what I’ve come to expect from y’all.

[@lindacarruthers3423]

I continue to be mightily impressed with your work , you two . No mountain too tall to climb .✨

[@BargainBeautyAmy]

Brave little girl holding that snake I would freak out lol The front already looks better Good Job

[@tylermoxley195]

Oh my goodness! You all are working so well. You both took on a disaster and turned it right ! I wouldn't be surprised that after you've finished your home and yard there will be many knocking at your door for all kinds of advice on their homes , and most likely hoping for doing the work for them. You'll be really rolling in the dough. Your daughter is one with nature. I admired how she was so brave handling that snake! Keep up the good work. I hope your donkey and pony are doing well, and your chickens. Wow they have really grown. As I've said it many times before, you all are so inspiring!😊

[@diyfferent]

Thank you :)

[@SuzyQthatsME]

I'm always Amazed by the amount of work and effort that you both are putting towards your forever home! Belle is so Great...she's so calm and just loves nature...Love it! Your house is going to be Awesome when you're all done! Your property is so tranquil and Beautiful! Keep up the Amazing work and I'll keep watching!🌱🌲🌳🏠🛠🎬🎥📺👍😊

[@rakamas]

I'm glad Ashley is not afraid to tackle these jobs with you.I am upset about the continuing rot and shoddy work done by previous owners. Well,atleast you& Ashley can take care of it 👍😄❤️

[@AmbienceWorld]

Have you thought about a wood coloured cladding to harmonize with the interior wood theme and rural setting?

[@diyfferent]

We want to go with something different. :)

[@frankielong6871]

Big difference after removing plants. Good job!

[@suzi7715]

I'm super impressed with you guy's work ethic!! You guys are doing everything yourselves and you're doing HARD work!!! You are great role models for your kids and for you tube land. And tell Belle she's braver than me for holding that snake!! 😁 See yinz soon Rikki from Pittsburgh

[@heatheroester6817]

Looking good!It is work now but just think how nice it will be when finished!!Your property value goes up with every project!!🏚🏠🏡👍

[@honestlyme4247]

Love watching your videos! I don’t know why but they are so relaxing. You do great work - Thank you for sharing.

[@crus5112]

It's looking great. Having the trees gone and the bushes up front have made a huge impact. Awesome work.

[@Mumakinder]

love it, i was like sheesh how you gunna fix that hole , but as always boom and its done , wish vids were longer but i know its take time setting stuff up but i love watching so much, looking amazing , brilliant guys brilliant hugsx

[@lesleyharris3198]

Good progress, by the time your finished with the house you will have totally rebuild the place,

[@whynot2644]

Your little girl is BRAVE. And I'm sure knows what kinds of snakes are dangerous. But she needs to be careful. It's looking GOOD.

[@tomhawley1961]

u guys r awesome.....luv watching ur vids...…..u inspire me 2 do things I never attempted......God Bless ...

[@georgiannmaloney6594]

Your place looks so wonderful and relaxing. Wonderful place to really live and for the children to grow up. Lots of room for a kid to be a kid. Run around and play. Your home will be well built when you are finished, a really solid home.

[@LindaDelGrego]

She is absolutely brave, I am not scare at snakes but.......🙀 great content my friend... grow big

[@diyfferent]

Thank you :)

[@thomasperez4412]

Your on a real good role of work. Your very energetic and I can see your happy with your progress. Be safe and love your wife more. She's so supportive of and a hard worker. Tom in Minneapolis.

[@nancyfahey7518]

We brought workers in one year to replace the windows and doors. The worker says," who the heck put in this back door?" It was my husband's first attempt and he said it was tricky. It lasted 25 years so I'd say it was a success.

[@richardjones5255]

You are doing the work like people who plan to live there, not just doing a quick patch and go job. I think the chimney was a tacked on afterthought with the rafters just cut off and the weather proofing left for another day that never came. It already looks so much better after your work to true it up, I hope you will get it weather proofed before too much rain attacks. You two really have the look of people investing in your future. Stick with it and may the weather gods smile on your work. I am really looking forward to seeing the new front installed.

[@brendamann2869]

I really enjoy watching your videos. Inspires me also to get more things accomplished!

[@Zombie-adventures]

Wonderful video, as always! Outside will be done before you know it! I played with snakes too as a kid but scared of spiders! I was afraid Ashley wouldn’t get to say Bye! LOL You guys rock!!!❤️ Darla

[@katjodaniels4233]

I appreciate even the short videos! I know that they take time to set up, edit and etc. Just love following along with you guys 😘

[@bobbiejowers3939]

Lookin goood! You guys are amazing! Kudos to your daughter for handling the snake.

[@joann5157]

You are a man of many talents!! I hope if you rebuild the deck, that you use something like TREX brand. Wood just isn't going to last with your Michigan winters!!

[@kscheuerman5378]

Doug & Ashley, it is nice to keep working away a little at a time to get everything done. You know some of us out here do put things off for tomorrow & progress sometimes just doesn't happen. It must be a good feeling to know you have the hole in the roof covered up. Take care & God Bless.