Part 14. Exploring Further Into The Secret Room! HD 1080p

[@scrapgirl82]

In case you don’t want to read all the comments like I did over my morning tea, I will summarize them for you. 1 - You need a rake. 2 - You need a mask. 3 - That’s Pyrex in the kitchen. 4 - Did you find the key to the safe deposit box? 5 - Hans and Zinovia are superior human beings. :) Happy New Year! 🎊🎈 🎉

[@renmcqueen]

😂😂😂😂 thank you and happy New Year

[@sisterrabbit9115]

Lovely 💖

[@kathybreezway500]

He need one more helper that is bright eyed and bushy tailed,ok bad squirrel joke No really he needs another helper.

[@FruitandNutcaseOK]

He said he found the key and tried to persuade the owner to let him film what was in the safety box but the owner declined he said that he would not film the owner but he still declined

[@neva.2764]

@@FruitandNutcaseOK When did he say that?

[@missycat5783]

I nominate Hans and Zenovia for 'Employees of the Month'!! Well done.

[@kaseythomas9646]

Employees of the year!

[@jarbalojim]

Employees of the Millennium!

[@juliegraham8133]

@@jarbalojim Yes indeed! Also maybe there isn't anything wrong with the floor in the attic, that was Mme Rac's way of protecting her precious things.🤗

[@sand3882]

Alex, we worry. You tell us we can't understand or hear you if you were to wear a respirator. This cleanout calls for a voice over. Wear a pair of paper coveralls and a respirator with goggles. Add the voiceover in editing. You are a nice looking young man, but this thing is getting to you. Too much stress, dry cough, dark circles under your eyes and swollen sinuses. We worry. I do want to say kudos for not having the kids in that setting! I love this series and want to see more. We need you healthy!

[@Newt1981]

I've watched some urbex explorers wear respirators and they are still understandable. Just a bit muffled so either captions or voice overs would work on parts that are harder to hear! I agree-- My allergies act up just watching these videos.

[@Hannah-zc8gn]

I feel like I need a respirator just watching this so yeah, don't compromise your health for views!

[@zyviec]

And a chest or head mount for the cell phone/camera

[@childofgod6769]

Yes! I was like is he rolling around in fiberglass? That stuff is dangerous and some of those old houses have lead and asbestos in the building materials.

[@bikerbitch44]

So glad you told them this.. lord ie sat from #1 forward and have screamed my head off, itched, coughed, sneezed and I'll be honest I could even smell and taste dirt particles in my mouth!! I have wanted to blow my nose for them just to show them the black snot up there and what will unfortunately be coming out of their lungs in the next few days, weeks even months after this job. My husband and I have a small side business that is similar to this sale he bought. After we clear out an abandoned unit, barn, home etc, most are wooden builds, oldest being a Victorian/colonial farmhouse/1 room log cabin, with a unknown hidden root cellar, covered spring fed well, a small living quarters for slaves or tornado shelter? It was not found on any of the land descriptions, plats or county records or archives..the live underground spring was shown for surrounding areas, but not the land we were cleaning. All 3 architecture structures were uncased in each other with the 2 story Victorian being it's last and the shell covering all, from evidence the oldest being circa early 1700 to last addition 1820. The large group that purchased the land and buildings wanted everything removed in order to build a gated community.. we do take downs but we dismantle respectfully so each item, board, hinge, knob, brick, glass, metal, salvageable top to bottom we inventory, clean and organize for resale..every piece of wood I feel I touch tales a story.. ok.. Racoons, squirrels, rats, mice, bats, including birds and owls pee and poop can kill you... Mites and diseases they carry can kill you.. breathing in or having insulation in your skin, eyes, nose and lungs may not exactly kill you but will make you wish you were dead and many times sick for the rest of your life.. asbestos is deadly! Please listen to the warnings, you can not build up an resistance to these things.. pss Look up dust mites magnified, harmless not any more..

[@cherylsalinas1548]

Hans and Zinovia are such hard workers. I don’t think you could have done this without them. What good friends they are. I can tell Zinovia is tired and she should be. It’s looking good but a long way to go.

[@LittleCarol]

Yes what a couple of Superstars, day after day they turn up and pitch in.

[@nonahammon1098]

They are not youngsters, ya know.

[@geechen1025]

Agreed! Both Hans and Zinovia are pure gems ❤️❤️❤️

[@deborahwilliams8882]

A huge shout out and standing ovation for Hans and Zenovia. They are amazing people who work amazingly hard. I'm glad to see you appreciate them.

[@Moraren]

They have been busier than the squirrels in that attic!

[@Soxandnicole]

I keep expecting a squirrel walking around all dolled up in fur and jewelry

[@blinggirltv1658]

😂😂😂😂

[@colleent3631]

😂

[@FireCracker3240]

That sounds like a Geico ad. 😂

[@debbieturgeon8276]

lol good one!

[@lyricwritertoo]

Now thats funny! This is the first time I knew squirrels actually dragged in the pine cones. I thought they just took the pine nuts out.

[@mynameis9057]

In the world of odd finds, never say never! Those could be gold chains up there hanging! I apprenticed as an electrician many years ago and worked with one who helped out in a Newport Rhode Island Breakers Mansion. The owners were replacing lights and chandeliers throughout the mansion and told them to take away the old ones in the barn previously removed during the renovations. There were over a dozen covered in dust and cobwebs and they figured they were brass. After showing them to a buddy who owned the meral scrap yard,he looked very closely at them and realized that they all were solid silver!👍🎉 If you're not familiar with the Newport Breakers, when you look them up, you'll understand why they were as opulent as they were. So you never know 😮

[@eileenworth7862]

I understand your decision fatigue! Every little thing starts with what is its value, where does it go, when to go through it, clean it, haul it, tag it, budget dumpster, arrange, pay the help, how much time left, film, edit videos, etc., etc., etc. Then symptoms, balancing family, business. Wow. And remaining jolly through it all. You have tens, hundreds of thousands of viewers interested, entertained and supportive of you! Thank you for taking us along on this adventure!

[@NeighborofKT]

It is harder is you are a family member, then sentiment enters into the decision making big time.

[@bcgrote]

That's how houses can get into that state. Decision fatigue. What is precious, what is useful, what is trash. It all gets muddled up in an aging mind, add on a weak body, and it just builds up.

[@esthernowack2008]

Alex may have to get the family to help him clean and sort the auction items. Maybe he can get them to let him work after their hours.

[@YourPlantMom]

This series has been the 28day quarantine entertainment

[@andreamandy2504]

I agree 100%

[@SeeLionsInTX]

I've been Q'd since Jan 6, 2020... Almost a full year.

[@JudyHart1]

I’m still wondering about the two weeks, flatten the curve.

[@jennifers8843]

@@JudyHart1 15 years apparently!

[@quietone748]

@@SeeLionsInTX I've been quarantined since March 15th, I feel your pain!

[@amywright2243]

You found the loose boards and an old turban. You just need some home movies and you could reenact Christmas Vacation! 📽️

[@youngsplitterr]

I was looking to see if anyone else made that connection!

[@A10TOES]

Those turbans are still in use today.

[@beingguided7557]

Lol

[@AfterTheRains]

Hans and Zinovia, you are absolute work horses and the best friends anyone could have. Alex, you have excellent taste in friends.

[@mydanshi6500]

I’m British and also felt knackered clearing out a hoarder home. It took 8 of us 5 months and it was only the little treats we found as we went along that kept us going. Congratulations all of you on your hard work.

[@SB-fh3sv]

I can imagine it feeling very overwhelming. Sort of like when i move and my attachment to my belongings decreases as time goes on.

[@Duskybriar]

Me: Alex you need a stick or something... Alex uncovers a broom Me: Perfect! Alex tosses it aside O.O

[@muttonchop271]

Me too! Like when he took the shelves off I'm like "perfect pinecone scoops!" *threw them aside ..... later on other side.. ohhh a broom perfect but he's going to throw aside right ... Yeap

[@misst1586]

Same with hammer.

[@marjorieculp1891]

Even the claw side of the hammer would have been better than his hand!

[@aubrikatecreations]

This is literally what I was thinking 😂 I had to scroll a little bit to find the exact comment I was looking for lmao

[@samsprrr3548]

Exactly my thought

[@herbertboelk7545]

Vote: Hans and Zenobia for employees of the year

[@robsgirl7778]

Yes!!

[@babawali3021]

*Zinovia. Wishing you and everyone a Happy (and happier) New Year.

[@babawali3021]

@@pattiwhite9575 Hans' YT channel: Helping Hans Zinovia's YT channel: Zinovia McQuitty

[@Picca65]

They are so nice people!!

[@dandelionDub]

@@babawali3021 her name is Zenobia and Alex pronounces it perfectly. It's actually sad that she has to use different transcript of her name because people wouldn't do some effort to pronounce it properly. It's not even hard non English name.

[@beverlyb5144]

God Bless Hans and Senovia - FANTASTIC WORKERS AND FRIENDS!!!!!

[@heczone]

They have, I been following helping hans on KZbin too just can't find Zenobia on KZbin! (Thought she has KZbin channel)

[@connimace258]

@@heczone for zenovia zenovia robinson mctwitty lthink she said.

[@heczone]

@@connimace258 thank you, found her on here 😊

[@fasteddiedealsebay7100]

I've enjoyed watching this guy clean dirty sinks and vacuum a dirty old rug. I used to be cool.

[@MKCarol-ms7lg]

Age does that. LOL

[@fasteddiedealsebay7100]

@@MKCarol-ms7lg Yeah.....it does......

[@claudiapastor]

😂😂

[@catofthecastle1681]

You’re still cool! You’re watching an enterprising young family earn big bucks through ingenuity and hard work!

[@JudyHart1]

Reading the comments, it’s like having a thousand mothers telling you to get a better mask/respirator, and being careful. Nice to see the love. What an adventure.

[@marlyndataylor2925]

Ok, I’m going to chime in too. I’m old, and I know things! The things you’re breathing, like in the attack or on the floor in the hidden room won’t just aggravate your allergies or asthma, the dust could have biological hazards that cause rare diseases. The fiber from the insulation can get imbedded in your lungs, etc. I know you know all of this, but since you do these things for a life's work, all of it adds up to make your old age a horror or shorten your life span. I sound like a grippy old lady, but I think you are an exceptional man with a very good heart and soul. You have a beautiful family. In addition, you’re a handsome guy who has a great screen presence. So, take better care of yourself! We all love watching you and your friends do these projects. Today you needed a respirator. You could do a voice over in situations like today. Saying all of this with love!

[@WhatSarahLikes1]

@@marlyndataylor2925 amen.

[@lynnlindsay4480]

Yeah I was seriously dying up in that attic. No way would I claw thru that. I instantly was itching and feeling uncomfortable. And when he cleaned the sink I thought I could smell clorox bleach. It's weird how the sensory feelings kick in just watching a video. I will say it is the opposite of ASMR. lol

[@ivydickson7596]

Is it love or nagging? Most refer back to how they feel. Nice to suggest what you would do rather than what someone else should do. I messages are more effective.

[@Pauldjreadman]

I said that before he even started. Considering the last hoarder house was worse.

[@chriscondon6426]

Hans and Genovia are such a big asset to have around. Hats off to you both.

[@kiwisweetheart71]

Friend, her name is Zenovia. 😊

[@babawali3021]

@@kiwisweetheart71 Close, it's actually Zinovia. Her KZbin channel: Zinovia McQuitty.

[@chriscondon6426]

@@kiwisweetheart71 thank you. I'm not sure why I used a G. I knew it was Z. Thanks

[@almadeckard8360]

If you do another hoarder home: I recommend (3M comfort quick latch respirator 6503QL with a p100 filter 2091) tough to get with COVID, full coverage safety glasses (goggle-like ones), and good work gloves. Other help volunteers will need the same PPE. In the Living room, there is a hanging lamp in the corner. The camera zoomed so fast I did not see it well. When you get home, gargle with salt water. Your lungs are sounding rough; if you have a nebulizer, please use it. Even OTC Primatene will help. Down below, someone suggested Epsom salt soak. I think everyone that has been working needs a good hot 20-minute soak.

[@Keith-jl9ll]

There are a bunch of squirrels in Edmonton that have some bling.

[@helenbailey8419]

The pine cones looked like corn cobs to me.I assume they eat the pine nuts.

[@MacT4972]

Great comment; so funny!!!! 🤣😂🤣

[@lisamiller8174]

Cruising the streets in a gold Jag ;)

[@shannonperez9816]

Did anyone else hold their breath when the dust was flying around? 🤣🤣🤣🤦

[@ieetnoobs]

lol i thought i was the only one

[@dianefanning9646]

I started coughing. 🏖

[@spitbug382]

Yep! A few coughs in between.

[@LeticiaRODRIGUEZ-lx8om]

I start sneezing

[@kathykov1]

My eye 😳😳😳

[@dorothyd.6506]

The larger white jewelry box with the scrolling contains sterling silver items handcrafted in Mexico from the 1940's and 50's. A couple of the brooches looked like they might be signed pieces and could bring several hundred dollars a piece. The slender brown box contains a nice quality necklace of polished Baktic amber chip beads. And the black 't' shaped item looks like rare black coral from the Mediterranean Sea. Nice finds!

[@dianefanning9646]

Hans and Zenovia are amazing but she is looking tired bet they will be glad when this is over too.😊 ps: That rug in the office is beautiful.❤

[@jmc-xp6ml]

I love that rug from living room too. Beautiful.

[@rebeccaholmes1982]

Hans and Zenobia are the real MVPs aren't they? Such awesome guys!

[@jmc-xp6ml]

Hope Hans. Gets the mirror frame he liked if he wants it.

[@helenbailey8419]

Yes Hans,Zenovia and Alex.VIP'S VERY IMPORTANT PICKERS

[@mrsmack213]

Hans and Zenovia have earned every cent of that $1500.00 that Alex found in the kitchen glass.

[@kathylebro1359]

Im sure Alex is going to make bank on all the "treasures" he has come across. Let's hope he shares a little more of it with Hans and Zinovia. They have really put in the hours and back-breaking work as well.

[@kirstenfox182]

He mentioned in an earlier video, when he was listing his costs (the dumpster, etc), that he pays them wages for their work too.

[@donnahughes8409]

@@kirstenfox182 Yes that’s what he said I think he just give that $1500 to them as like a Christmas bonus since it was found right around Christmas

[@mrsmack213]

I know he is paying them wages for their work, and that he gave them the $1,500 extra because he is a kind, thoughtful, and more than fair gentleman. I just meant that they had pretty well earned the extra bonus. I would never think that Alexander would not give them what they obviously deserve.

[@heehaw8401]

Alex, I absolutely love you, your family, and friends. What a lovely cast of characters! Thanks for taking us along for the ride. BTW...I would have paid money to see Hans jumping up and down in the dumpster.

[@kellyalkhatib3302]

Alex, as much as you want to be done with the house, I’m going to miss watching your adventures inside those walls. Thank you for taking the time to introduce us to the past owner. She seemed to be a beautiful woman, inside and out! Happy New Year to you all!

[@reivenwolf]

Have you watched the potter's house? It's an awesome series, even if cooler than this one.

[@ktsls82]

Perspective is everything. In 3-6 months of work you may make double what the average person makes in a year. That fountain pen you found is worth more than my husband makes in a year. Most people would jump at a grueling job for part of a year to make that much. Love this series! Super interesting.

[@tvtitlechampion3238]

Little out of breath, eh? No wonder, working hard! So were Hans and Zinovia. My gosh, these are good friends and good workers. Hanging in and doing that kind of labor with the care and effort put forth, in those dusty environments, is a testament to their opinion of you, as well as to their own tenacity. Their part in this cannot be underestimated.

[@melaniekeeling7462]

The breathlessness is a bit worrying.

[@cocowavs]

I wish you showed more in detail of the jewelry & stuff you found in that crawlspace! Also, Hans & Zinovia are fantastic workers and friends. You really lucked out in life, Alex! I can't believe how insanely fast this house is being cleaned out!

[@beckymcdonald8040]

Hey Alex, Everyone is doing a great home, and the house is starting to look like it could become a home once more. I just have to say that the further into this series we get, the worse you seem to be getting. Your coughing, wheezing, and labored breathing have become quite concerning! Please look after yourself, we don't want you getting sick. Be safe all you guys!! Happy New Year!

[@yvonnemickelson4753]

100%

[@traceybrazell8949]

Agree please take care of yourself

[@MKCarol-ms7lg]

@@yvonnemickelson4753 I'm no doctor, but I am a nurse. If he were my kid he'd be on his way to the ER for a breathing treatment, judging at the end of this video.

[@cathycasuccio3227]

he has severe allergies and sounds like allergy related asthma - i have same issues. he’s heard it enough, he knows his health - please give the guy some grace and stop lecturing to him.

[@WhatSarahLikes1]

He needs a venturing puffer and a respirator

[@marshacrom6206]

That pole lamp would sell in a heartbeat. So cool!

[@bback4078]

Agreed!

[@willowgrove9288]

The swag lamps too.

[@SeeLionsInTX]

I'm so excited every time you post another episode of this hoarder house!

[@ElaineDStrictlyCDN]

Haha I literally just yelled out oh yes!!

[@debk3135]

I agree. Dont know why I love digging through other peoples stuff but I do love watching

[@valerielove9837]

Impressed what you do. Crawling in the crawl space. Cleaning a dirty sink. Vacuuming the rug. And the vacuum works. In the olden days they made things to last. Now a days. It is a throw away society

[@denisewolf4972]

It's not only finding curiosities, it's also follwing ones life path, that makes your chanel so interesting. Good job.

[@krat5576]

Imean, this lady could hoard quite well, but the squirrels surely inspired her at least a little!

[@lindawalker4230]

Those squirrels made a massive mess! 😁

[@wanda4573]

Added to the treasure hunt

[@paulforget383]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 Bravo Alex, Hans, Zenovia, Paul, Mark, Josh, Melissa, Alex's Mom !!!!!!I Great Job All!!!!

[@carolinehansen7714]

This may sound weird but watching the carpet get vacuumed was so exciting haha 😂 I used to use an old rainbow water vacuum to do chores as a kid. Old vacuums work so much better.

[@karenkoe7096]

I wish they would have taken the time to do that with the other rug they just rolled up and chucked in the dumpster.....

[@cathycasuccio3227]

Karen Koe maybe that rug wasn’t worth it? alex knows what he’s doing. give him some credit.

[@3SpoiledDonkeys]

I love Rainbow vacuums. Used to habe one.

[@margaretkelly7410]

Boy, Zinovia is looking knackered, I don't envy her that back pain she must be feeling; she needs a long soak in an Epsom Salts bath and some TLC! 💚

[@rossmacintosh5652]

Yes! I trust her main squeeze Hans has magic hans that can give her a great Viking massage. (Remember the ol' Monty Python Flying Circus gag line stating "And now a massage from the Swedish Prime Minister..." 🤦‍♂️). You know it's not just Alex that's blessed - I think all of us are more than a bit blessed to have Hans & Zinovia in our lives, even if it's just virtually for us. 😎 I wish them both a Happy New Year.

[@barbaradavis2812]

Zinovia...a good hot 🛁 bath with your man...😉 And a solid massage...

[@kcrot2566]

Please be careful great work ethic

[@kiwisweetheart71]

I'm sure Hans will be happy to provide that TLC.

[@dandelionDub]

Her name is Zenobia

[@wmcbarker4155]

what I like a whole lot is you speak clearly, easy to understand....I once was a pack rat, everyone gave me stuff they thought was worth saving.

[@cindyroy8541]

This show inspires me to CLEAN !!!!! Happiest of ALLNEW YEARS TO YOU AND YOURS!!!

[@JessNV]

In the back of the tool room hanging up looks like a bunch of handmade vintage patterns. Her dad was a tailor, could have been his. Worth looking at!!

[@donnahughes8409]

I miss the part where her dad was a Taylor did Alex reveal that or did you know the people living there.

[@celticgoddess81]

@@donnahughes8409 Alex mentioned it offhandedly in one of the videos.

[@JaCeLyN1431]

Dear Alex’ please wear protective mask when going through those poisonous old dust and debris. Your lungs are more precious than any jewelries.

[@marjorieculp1891]

Hes coughing!

[@audrab27]

My husband got stuck in the bathroom and his first thought was I can fit out the window he is a good size guy and the window was the size of a dog door......... I was outside and the next thing I heard was help me and call 911 now not only was he stuck in the bathroom now he was stuck one leg out the window lol. Our little volunteer fire department we went to church with them and my husband served with them so he never was allowed to live it down lol.

[@wowzieee]

That s great story for Graham Norton,s red chair, you can walk.

[@helenbailey8419]

Priceless.Happy New Year..

[@tekvax01]

ouch! that smarts...

[@monabale8263]

i can hear the question; "Which way will we be going, sir?" XD

[@helenbailey8419]

@@monabale8263 brilliant..

[@whathappenedtomyYThandle]

And this stage I'd be hiring someone else like from a day labor company to move boxes. Here it's like $6-8 US an hour. No wonder the clothes guy said no thanks no more. Doesn't even seem the garage is done. Truly overwhelming and we just get to see half an hour to an hour of an eight plus hour day. Now I understand why places get bulldozed. Kudos to everyone helping and doing such an outstanding job. And may you reap much from all your hard work.

[@cute_canadian_redhead6747]

this is in Canada... Minimum wage is over $14/hr

[@paigesteele4406]

Your most likely looking at 25$ an hour for sure

[@coloringwithd]

Day labor here in NorCal its $18/hr and you buy lunch for him/her.

[@rachelh5211]

I don't know where you live, but minimum wage is $12/hr in California and good luck finding anyone who will do that kind of labor for that price and not sue you if they get injured or have health problems from it. Probably would (and should) be paid hazard pay too.

[@2007Lynx2007]

$6 to $8 an hour? You can't even get a babysitter for that amount of money.

[@mariewintersteen7098]

Squirrel comes back and screams " oh my God, we've been robbed!"

[@debralady9934]

Hans an his wife are great people they be working there butts off

[@gubbie2u]

They are not married, but yes. They are a hardworking couple.

[@gigismama7931]

A rake would come in handy to get the pine cones and debri out of the way, increases your reach as well.

[@almafrisius7358]

Yes! Thank you for saying that. I couldn't stop thinking about how great a take would be up there. Then the broom Alex found and immediately tossed aside? What? Hint hint

[@jmd5145]

Sometimes, when the helpers ask about something, I wonder if they are sort of hoping Alex will say, "take it". Hans seemed to take a fancy to that dresser top that could be a mirror and Dale seemed a little interested in the wood pieces. I assume the helpers got dibs on anything before it was headed for the trash or for charity.

[@lisabroestaff7133]

Teacher: Where is your homework? Madam Rac: Squirrels ate it.

[@joolzg1936]

Good one!🤣

[@tinacolbourneart1091]

🤣😅👍

[@robsgirl7778]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@shawnl5634]

Lol

[@maggiefindmusic]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@jsidorable]

Who in the world would ever think of rummaging through that mess?....Alex, thats who!

[@nonahammon1098]

Needs to delegate that job to someone healthier.

[@greyeaglem]

I was thinking I wouldn't do it if the Hope diamond was lost in it.

[@breinfrog5879]

and Hans!

[@zoëavy]

Oh God!!! My nose was itching the whole time he was in there!! Well... While watching all episodes to be exact!!! And I kept thinking, why doesn't he take a dustpan or something and put everything in bags to clear his way. But I guess it's not his job to clean everything! 😃

[@donnahughes8409]

I agree but with Alex’s health problems I would get a face cover to cover my eyes or goggles so that Dust and stuff didn’t go into his eyes either

[@sueanntweet3941]

Can't believe how hard everyone has worked. If I was your helpers I wouldn't be able to get up in the mornings. Hope you make a million bucks on your adventure

[@dawnkurtz9541]

Alex, a few years ago, I was cleaning up seeds and bird poop under my bird feeder. The mold got in my lungs and I literally felt like I was dying. Doctor gave me a cortisone injection. I am concerned for you going through that squirrel and pine cone mess. Please see your doctor if you can’t breathe without coughing. Thanks for entertaining us! Stay healthy.

[@sand3882]

I agree, but he said he went the other day. He is sounding like he did in the Potters house series. I worry.

[@sharleneknaus3664]

I know you are very generous but Hans & Zinovia are worth so much for their hard work.

[@rosawilliams9145]

That tulip lamp in the corner by the desk was really cool looking.

[@MsSherrydarling]

This really is the hardest part of clearing out a house! Surrender is not an option🤪! Kudos to Hans and Zenovia! They have been working like troopers! Happy New Year everyone and take a day or two off and then the final push!! Hopefully, more treasures to find🤌🤞👍❤🇨🇦🎉🎊👏

[@enixon8268]

That chain is like what Chanel sews into the hem of their iconic jackets. Also used for purse straps.

[@catty2chatty]

That's what I thought too. Nothing wasted.

[@mollyds4528]

It sure is good stuff - that metal was clean and shiny!

[@karbear26]

In the future if you have another house you’re clearing out might want to contact a scrapper that can take some of the things that would clog up your dumpster so you wouldn’t have to empty the dumpster so often. They take metal, cords things with cords.

[@vinyl1Earthlink]

I would suggest that you give Steven and Jason a quick lesson in organizing and describing auction lots, and then put them to work!

[@denisemeredith2436]

Or set them to cleaning the auction lots which will help.

[@christinenovack6048]

Where have those boys been? Young & strong to help dad out.

[@Chahlie]

I'm pretty organised (for when I die) but watching this makes me want to be even more organised!

[@sisterrabbit9115]

Ditto 🙄

[@mulibwanji]

The wood chair at the end wasn't broken! It fits together to make a seat.

[@sandygraetz5166]

Yes it does!

[@Midlife_Manical_Mayhem]

that hans and zenovia are work horses! she reminds me of a good friend of mine. she helped my family move so many times because she could get in, get it clean, packed and organized in no time. we call her the energizer bunny.

[@MrQbenDanny]

"NOAH had an easier time loading the Ark." Standing Ovation for: Hans !!!!! Zenobia !!!!! Dale!!!!! Alex!!!!!( I hope you got a good price for the office desk...)

[@helenbailey8419]

The owners want to keep it Alex said

[@MrQbenDanny]

@@helenbailey8419 Uh..."Keep It?" I don't think so. I'm not a lawyer, but MY understanding of the deal between the Owners and Alexander ARCHBOLD are that ALEXANDER ARCHBOLD bought the entire contents of the Lady RAC estate, for $10,000 dollars, which in my non-Lawyer mind means, EVERYTHING in the house including the pinecones ,dust contagions, rust, mice, are and belong to Alexander ARCHBOLD. NOT, the entire contents of the Lady RAC estate "MINUS THE OFFICE DESK", if the owners of the Lady RAC estate want the Office Desk: "THEY CAN BUY IT!!!! That's easily a $1,510 DOLLARS office desk, a magnificent antique with plenty of history." Don't you agree Helen?

[@helenbailey8419]

@@MrQbenDanny don't know enough about the situation.Was just saying what I heard Alex say.

[@cblaney3931]

@@MrQbenDanny Who said there hasn't been a deal done? Alex clearly has a good business head and will already have a figure in mind for what he thinks he should make from the house. He knows what he is doing, and what he can and can not afford to do. Let's say he is going to let the new house owner keep the desk. Losing out on $1500 is worth $1m of not having to take all the pine cones, dust and everything else with him if he also owns them. By letting the owner keep the desk (we are assuming he isn't paying for it - we don't know that for a fact), he is buying 'goodwill', and that goodwill can go a very long way in business. Sometimes you get more satisfaction out of sharing your good fortune, than trying to keep it all for yourself. Therein lies too much stress.

[@MrQbenDanny]

@@cblaney3931 If ALEX wants to DONATE the desk back to the owners out of sentimental value, that's HIS business. The owners decision to "KEEP IT", is a whole other tone in character. I agree ALEX knows his job and smart enough to be the Prime Minister of Canada, but saying the owners "Decided to keep it", doesn't sit well with ME. A deal is a deal. BEFORE Alex entered the house, the owners had already taken out what they WANTED. ALEX said that in the 1st video of the series.

[@Becca2334]

Wow, very therapeutic adventure! Cheers to all💝

[@jmc-xp6ml]

Hans and Zinovia ROCK!!! Take care of yourself and all the stress Alex 🙏

[@dianefanning9646]

I love that all those old trunks have the inside pieces...most times those are missing.

[@10milesfromnowhere]

Instead of moving all the squirreldust around every time, wouldn't it be easier faster and safer to touch it only once and shove it in a garbage bag and make some visible room at the same time? (paused at 3:32)

[@carlotta4th]

Shoving stuff into a bag actually would make more dust than just moving it around a bit.

[@megandrane8251]

Anyone else thinking he just needs a rake up there?! 🤣

[@vlp2343]

When he found the broom I was like YES USE THAT!

[@lauramoonwoman]

I was thinking a big vacuum

[@jenaemarieAZ]

Or a power vac!

[@kiwisweetheart71]

Huge vacuum or leaf blower. Just remove a few panels of wood, at the end of the attic, and blow all of that crap out. Then he can find any more treasures, and Hans can repair the panels.

[@wmcbarker4155]

@@kiwisweetheart71 smart thinking, thanks

[@georgeinangelo6291]

Alex , I’m going to miss your exploration in this house. I’m just preparing myself . This adventure has been wonderful. Thank you so much for taking us along. 😊

[@christinesnitkin9619]

Yes, but I'm also looking forward to seeing a walk through when it's empty.

[@Meyersci]

I do not envy the record keeping, inventory and tax prep for this project. As always, I get project planning inspiration from these various series. Thank you for sharing your energy with us!

[@jonlennon3348]

When in the attic you really should be wearing a real respirator like car painters wear.

[@helenbailey8419]

It was like a dust blizzard

[@Set-Apart-By-Grace]

I would have taken those wood pieces at the end...I could make a wall hanging or shelf or key holder....or something! lol...they were pretty!

[@laurigardner6227]

Sadly there is a point where you just have to give up stuff because it's just too much. This is 90 years of stuff that needs to be sorted and removed.

[@joanne_luvsdisney534]

Josh could probably use them

[@joshr9417]

Hoarder!

[@sharonlamendola7421]

Me too

[@cc-carol5951]

I agree on keeping them or at least send them to the thrift store.

[@Azoreanislandgirl64]

Wow !!! You are a workhorse and you have the best crew ever.

[@vickiduley8667]

In PART 2 ( 37:18 ) you found a book of a blueprint for a basement fallout shelter. Don't forget to look for the shelter. That's been on my mind the entire time since you found the book. Everytime your in the basement, I'm always looking around to see if I see anything out of the ordinary. I love watching these kinds of videos. Y'all be safe and be careful. Can't wait for the next video. See y'all then.

[@Mark.Watson]

That sounds like something these people would have built. I hope he finds it.

[@ellenvoyage594]

I’ve been thinking about that as well!!

[@0823kc]

Zinovia and Hans are truly two of the best people !!!

[@dragonflyhill5748]

It is stressful to get the auction stuff ready, but you live for it. What fun - adventure!

[@diannebernau3293]

Wow, the house is nearly done. I can’t believe what Hans and Zinovia accomplish in a day!! They are such hard workers!! I thought you were either silly or brave, Alex, crawling around that attic with all the pine cones and dust. I kept thinking how hard it would be to breath up there. Wishing you, Melissa and the rest of your family a happy and safe new year and all the best for a wonderful 2021. Let’s hope it is a good one for all of us. Love from Down Under 💕🎉🍾🎊🇦🇺

[@shawnoutcelt]

At some point I'd have gotten a shovel and two more dumpsters..good for you for sticking with it

[@juliegraham8133]

@@shawnoutcelt Yes indeed, priority for tonight for Alex is rest, hot food, a relaxing shower and a good night's sleep. Take care of you. Could Stephen or Jason come with you tomorrow to help fill the new dumpster, haul auction stuff upstairs and box up charity donations. Hans and Zinovia look beat too.😊

[@Oglulubell]

Right? Are we only on week three?

[@kathybreezway500]

@@juliegraham8133 I wondered that also ,I know the house is dirty and Momma might not want them breathing that yucky stuff.But maybe having one help at the auction house,move stuff and help Alex sort stuff.

[@Txnative7]

Alex: Leave no stone, er, pinecone unturned..

[@audrab27]

Or squirrel lol

[@suzannetodaro5494]

He has....... please don't say that as he takes it to heart and as you could see he could barely breath at the end of the video. The squirrel attic is officially closed. :(

[@kathybreezway500]

I was telling at him,not to go up there alone,what if he got hurt?

[@NailHeavenAshford]

@@suzannetodaro5494 I think it was a joke. It wasn’t serious. Even Alex would be able to appreciate that.

[@treedruid]

Thankyou Alex, Melissa and friends for continuing to post your adventures in the Musian's house

[@likearockcm]

The more he takes out ,the more I'm liking that house!!!

[@mo317]

It seems so much bigger now too.

[@carolb29]

"I think I understand why the auction is having concerns" LOL ya think? You have done an amazing job cleaning out that house and yes God bless Hans, Zinovia and all your friends who have helped. You have a wonderful support team. Happy New year to you, your family and all your wonderful helpers

[@elsinoregarcia454]

You have the BEST helpers, they worked very hard.

[@douglasbrown8175]

Hans and Zinovia are such great workers, and wonderful people .I still think about Dave and hope the holidays went well ,nice job guys.

[@mimigiggles4199]

Who feels like the next owner is going to do a remodel and find a stash in the wall?

[@TheBearDenPhotography]

This is Edmonton. The next owner will most probably demolish everything and put up an infill house. Way to many problems in these old wartime houses that will cost tens of thousands to fix/replace. They won't care what treasures may be stashed.

[@cathycasuccio3227]

The Bear Den Photography that’s kind of heart breaking - i’ve seen around my area people buy old mansions near lake erie and they tear down and rebuild because it’s cheaper...but if i had the $$ i’d restore original house every. single. time. keeps the. history of the property.

[@almadeckard8360]

Where are the pistols and rifles for all the bullets and shells?

[@TheBearDenPhotography]

@@cathycasuccio3227 I agree, it is very heartbreaking, but people don't want old anymore. And quite frankly, the electrical, plumbing and heating in that house is most likely not within code anymore. It would all have to be stripped bare and rebuilt from the ground up. The damage to wiring by squirrels alone could be very costly. The electrical system couldn't handle all of the modern day electrical appliance that we put into homes today. I lived in an older house and my wife couldn't use a hair dryer while I vacuumed without blowing a circuit breaker.

[@cecilyerker]

I don’t know, I actually feel that the house has potential for a remodel. The foundation looks pretty good in the basement, looks dry and like it didn’t have any cracking or flooding or water problems. Overall it’s in pretty good condition. Update the plumbing and electrical and the kitchen. The house might also generate interest because of the lady who lived there being a local celebrity. My dad and I have remodeled much worse.

[@evarene07]

That hutch and rug(probably pure wool;)are vintage gorgeous 🥰...those old magazines and books I could use in my art projects 😕...

[@becb7936]

Great find in the secret room! As many have commented, Hans and Zinovia are such hard workers. You are fortunate to have them helping with this cleanout. Alex, I think you should give Hans the mirror frame that he liked!!

[@mydragonfly210]

I am in awe of the amount of work Zinovia, Hans and you got done! Wow! I'm sure you are all exhausted but well done!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@TheSparklyBeader87]

Bar Keeper's Friend is a powder product in a can like Comet. It removes rust stains in sinks and toilets, using an oxygen bleach. Really works great!

[@cathycasuccio3227]

FaithRobin Buchin yes!! the powder works so much better than the. liquid version

[@TheSparklyBeader87]

@@cathycasuccio3227 I didn't even know there was a liquid version. I will stick with the powdered one. Thank you for the information. 💖🌷

[@Janmification]

Hi Alex. Given the nature of all that hoarding, might pay to check, wait for it, the underneath of drawers, in case something has been “squirrelled” away on the undersides of cabinets, etc. Happy New year to you and your family, to Hans and Zenovia, and to Josh.

[@sassyitalian3157]

That sink can be cleaned with soft scrub w/bleach! It’s a white paste you spread around the stain and let it soak for an hour and scrub it off! I clean for a living and it works everytime!

[@annwithaplan9766]

I've never seen Soft Scrub as a paste. Always saw it as a liquid in a squirt bottle. Works pretty good, but some sinks have too much erosion in the porcelain to get stains out.

[@peggyl.7009]

Allso a Heavy Duty Pumie Scouring Stick works great on ceramic

[@lyricwritertoo]

I use magic brand calcium shower spray before other cleaning. Bought a fixer house in our retirement. I made it look all shiny new. Some things not done in 25 years. Not totally dirty but was sold as is. Sad because not that old. Built in 93. Builder never move in, in 6 years and 2nd owner well....never properly cleaned. The reason I use the calcium cleaner first is the stains are stuck to hard water residue too. Let magic sit awhile and it takes a few weeks doing it several times. Also the pumice stone as noted. The toilet had huge calcium down in the base. Slowly it all came off. I would spray the magic at night and not flush. House is all shiny and good and fixed 3 years later. Only replaced roof, floor.

[@myfavs253]

I bought a half full container of Comet at a secondhand store a couple of years ago. I have an old porcelain sink in my kitchen and you can't find the gritty Comet or anything else that is gritty anymore. I would buy that Comet from you if I lived in Edmonton, Canada 😄

[@deneandoll9922]

Fortunately, Alex isn't restoring the house so a little courtesy clean is all he needs to give it ;)

[@xplicithalostar8372]

You might want to think about investing in small LED headlamp, they take like 2-3 triple A batteries & illuminate a lot of area, and right exactly in the direction that your face is pointed. I use one for all kinds of stuff, like working on the vehicles & to see small things much clearer, like tiny printing.

[@georgeinangelo6291]

So happy to see Hans is wearing a mask and not a handkerchief. We all care about you !

[@connimace258]

Wow. Hans an Zenovia must be exhausted. They've been working hard. You have also Alex. That was alot of stuff. Those darn squirrels. You have the best friends. They are awesome really.

[@ShadeMarie1993]

Man I'd love to see this house renovated. Such a lovely home. So much space

[@Vintagerous]

I am sure loving this series Alex! It has been fascinating to see what you've uncovered. So interested in seeing what comes to auction.

[@FireCracker3240]

The amount of particles floating through the air is so intense it looks like snow. It's giving me massive anxiety just looking at it! Breathing in all of that... 😩😩

[@michellezevenaar]

Thankfully they are wearing masks. I would definitely invest in the good ones though.

[@FireCracker3240]

@@michellezevenaar I know! Some heavy duty respirators would be good in this situation.

[@mollyds4528]

@@michellezevenaar Yes, but they don't like the best kind of masks for the job. Nor are they protecting their eyes. I'm so worried about them, especially Alex.

[@thany3]

@@mollyds4528 Yep, especially dust from old insulation can be irritating. If it's stone wool, it's not that bad (not great either), but who knows it might be glass wool 😫

[@cocowavs]

He needs to get those big industrial shop vacs to suck all the crap out of that crawlspace, so disgusting LOL

[@bearfog07]

Walking around in these places is not good for your health, neither is the stress you are putting on yourself. You look so tired. I do hope you have a well earned rest when you're done with this place, plus you have a shop to run and a family that's a LOT of work! Thanks, Alex, this is treasure hunting at it's best! xx

[@GardensOfChina]

Was hoping for a full reveal on those jewelry boxes contents! Also I think these chains are brass, the shine makes it seem that way.

[@drskull9]

The Harris Metal is a Lead billet, you'd buy them and melt off what you need

[@tekvax01]

That's what I thought, as it looked like melted lead... My dad and I use to make fishing weights and rifle bullets in much the same fashion.

[@drskull9]

It's more common to get sticks or the small biscuits that weigh 1-2 pounds each, but you could buy 10 pound Billets and those had the company names on them. Some old ones complete are actually collectible

[@nancymontgomery8897]

Fishermen would like that to make weights.

[@heathermcd33]

Probably coated that ring he found from the same house.

[@Coppretta]

Interesting!

[@bluejay3333]

Have been watching from the beginning about 1 month ago. Such an exciting adventure, hard work, and so many treasures!! Happy you saved so many of Mary’s things! I recognized so many things from the past!! Had to clean out my parents 100 year old farm house. Also saved lots! You,your wife and all the others have done an excellent job!! Greetings from Michigan. Do a foot soak detox after you are done!

[@radiorobertakaandy5982]

You've come a long way with what you've done here.and your right you do look knackered my friend