Q&A at the Casa 1923 RENOVATION (You asked, we're answering!) Ep 34

Hi everyone! In this episode we're answering the most asked questions from you, our viewers, about our 100 year old house and renovation project. If we didn't get to your question in this video, we'll try to get to it in the next! If you have more questions, and if you like this kind of video, let us know and we'll make another one. Thanks as always for watching and cheering us along! ~Kristin & Hal

[@PatKunkle]

All your hard work will pay off eventually. Good things take time

[@calypso4554]

Thanks for this q&a! I was always a bit confused about the time line, now it makes much more sense to me. Great that you do not make a big open plan living area. It's so overrated! 😊 And it would take away some of the soul of this house. On the other hand, a big kitchen is always something precious. And finally just another question, maybe for a next q&a: What is Marie doing?

[@sarashain9884]

Flat roofs frequently having problem with ongoing leaks - the best professional you can find may be able to help you. Otherwise you can also expect mold and damp problems which will rot drywall. Best wishes for success on your ongoing restoration/renovation.

[@carlclevenger9759]

I would think fixing the garage roof and getting out of mini storages would be a priority and a money saver. I remember when my friends renovated their house they bought a cheap trailer and hooked it up to the house of amenities to live in to save money. That also made it so they didn’t have to rush with the repairs. I think what you guys are doing is fantastic. I love that saying they’re all teachable moments lol One thing I learned and you probably learning is by the best tools for the job now. You will be using them again and again believe me as time goes on. Keep going love the series.

[@carlclevenger9759]

I know you’re not there yet but before and after pictures are always a must

[@CicadaAndCo]

Thank you! We agree on fixing the roof. We haven’t been able to repair it yet, but Hal was able to tarp it and get all his tools out of storage which helped a lot.

[@jackmead6166]

Great Job!!! You guys are Amazing!!!! What you guys are doing is far from easy.

[@CicadaAndCo]

Thank you!!😊

[@jewella2687]

You two smile a lot and that is beautiful

[@wendywagner7260]

HAL Wagner... Painter Extraordinaire 🤣

[@robertunderwood3393]

You remind me so much of Ree Drummond who is absolutely incredible. You two are the best ❤

[@karenhanley3912]

Great video ! I am not fond of open floor plans especially with an historic home 🏠 Your home has such character and charm ! Thanks for sharing your renovations 👍

[@CicadaAndCo]

Thanks Karen. We feel the same. 😁

[@skipstein744]

Thanks for all your efforts, a beautiful house and grounds. Back in 1983, I bought a California bungalow in Lemon Grove, Ca. in about the same shape. A worthy project and lived there for 20 years. Onward!

[@skipstein744]

I forgot to mention, the house ws built in 1923 and was a 'kit' house. Have fun!

[@MrPitbull117]

Great video! Really enjoyed the gag reel at the end! 😂👍

[@donnabeard9344]

You might be able to find information about the previous residents by looking at the US census records. Tax records also can help

[@bridgwll]

Historical society, libraries.

[@CicadaAndCo]

One of the challenges we found is when the community was incorporated it was split by two different cities. Half is in one town, half the other. I talked to a local historian who wrote a book on the community. He didn't have anything on our house. Its a mystery.

[@bridgwll]

@@CicadaAndCo so two different councils. I think going to the councils would be worth a try.

[@renateschreiber4416]

I love what you are doing😊.keep up with it.I think it is worth it❤😂

[@carlclevenger9759]

You’re at the point where you should be monetized if you’re not already. And a like and subscribe comment at the end of your video will go along way.

[@poodlegirl55]

They have a Patreon.

[@carlclevenger9759]

@@poodlegirl55 Patreon is only part of their population. There’s a lot of people on KZbin that aren’t on Patreon.

[@CicadaAndCo]

Thanks so much! We hope you’ve liked and subscribed if you enjoyed the video 😊

[@GailMeyer-d4o]

[You have a huge job ahead of you, but I am sure the house will look wonderful when you are finished.

[@CicadaAndCo]

Thanks! We think so too 😊

[@CindyBlevins-u3f]

Love your channel. Question: what furnishings etc. are you keeping to use when you move in?

[@CicadaAndCo]

We kept a few favorite things, and Hal is refinishing a few others. Unfortunately a lot was ruined by rats and mold, but we salvaged what we could. We have a whole house full of our own furniture too, and we’re excited to make this house our own 😊

[@KellyG4729]

This was a great video! 👋

[@CicadaAndCo]

Thank you!!

[@desireejames1538]

I give you two lots of credit & hope you get to move in by Christmas 🎉❤🎉

[@CicadaAndCo]

Thank you! We hope so too 🎄

[@lindaroyal8161]

How cool is that - part of a planned Casino Community with only 38 houses and you have one of the originals still left - that's awesome to be a part of that history, great story. It's nice you found information on who owned the house prior to Marie; I hope you can find the person and get even more history. I wish I had history of my house, it was built in 1945, so it does have some. Sounds like you've done a lot of improvements off camera, no no, you need to share with the group, that's why we're here! I'm glad you'll be keeping the original floor plan, too many go in renovation projects and want the open floor concept. This is a super fun channel with great content, I've been here since the beginning and look forward to all the progress.

[@CicadaAndCo]

Thanks so much Linda! We're working to get it all out there for you to watch. Glad you are along for the ride with us.

[@maryzylema9699]

I hope you don't put up dry wall until you can fix the leak . I really hope you can get it riled soon . Such a sweet house. 😊😍

[@judithhancock3764]

Hello you two. Can I make a suggestion, why don't you contact the Blessing Boys to come and clean out your grounds. I watch them a lot and I am sure they would enjoy helping you. You are doing great, keep it up. I am in the UK, I am fascinated by what you are doing. 😊

[@KrisPedersen]

The blessing boys live in NC but moving to Texas

[@Nutritionathome-p9g]

You are so cute❤❤❤

[@bettestorm9950]

Sorry I haven’t been back for awhile. So happy to see your progress. You keep remaining positive. 👍

[@CindyBlevins-u3f]

Go look at the land records in your court house. It should have a history of ownership.

[@johnnatopper6063]

You all found a jem. I'm so happy for yall. That studio will be wonderful with all that light. Get a beautiful ceramic pot and plant. Enjoy your channel. Live in florida as well

[@pappisppp]

I truly was interested in this channel.... I feel that you dedicated to sharing your ventures with all of us on KZbin .. I do feel that it is becoming for Pateron viewers... Wish you all the best... 🪷

[@CicadaAndCo]

A lot of our KZbin viewers asked for a Patreon, so we set one up. We have a free membership available there and we still post weekly for free on YouYube like we always have 😊Thanks for watching!

[@lynnapgar4532]

Buy an rv, park it in the yard you have utilities. When done with renos, sell rv.

[@CicadaAndCo]

We actually considered that! At the time that we found one in our price range, we didn’t yet own the property so we had nowhere to park it. We’re very lucky to have a very reasonable rental down the street that works great for us and our 4 pets right now 😊

[@ryders_mom]

Yay!!!

[@rubyjones679]

Are the roofers that did the roof helping at all with the roof issues?? I am also in Career Services and it is so rewarding ❤

[@CicadaAndCo]

Yes, they’ve been back multiple times

[@Fleetsuper]

Super smart to wait until the floors are done before you move in. Much more expensive with furniture in the house because then the labor is more expensive to move and put back. Don’t ask me how I know 😅

[@CicadaAndCo]

Haha we’re the labor 😂😅

[@ghoulgoil5029]

It’s a fabulous house! I love the Spanish style.

[@CicadaAndCo]

Thank you! We love it too 😊

[@Nan-u4f]

how many square feet in the house

[@CicadaAndCo]

1800

[@ryders_mom]

Eleanor Roosevelt was Franklin D. Roosevelt's wife.😊

[@CicadaAndCo]

We know that 😊 Hal was saying he wasn’t sure which of the Roosevelts stayed across the street - Eleanor or Alice.

[@relaxwithnature4594]

😊

[@diannameyers8163]

Have you checked for lead paint yet? No doubt you have by now. Just curious if you did...My favorite room is where the built in cabinet is. ( Down stairs ) Best wishes you two, you are doing a great job 🎉😅❤

[@Irene-k4m]

So where is your home town? I have lived in Florida all of my life

[@gloriadavis6202]

Where on Florida are ya'll.

[@karendakel2456]

We’re not “nosey” just curious. 😡

[@CicadaAndCo]

We’re just being sarcastic, we asked for your questions 😊 hope you enjoyed the video!

[@wendywagner7260]

HAL your sister should be helping out. She must be a total 🐴🎩

[@bridgwll]

She doesn’t have to.

[@CicadaAndCo]

Everyone keeps asking "where are the friends and family" so...

[@lynnapgar4532]

Family may not be able be equipt to help. People have health issues, small children, issues with their lives...or they may not do a good job...u never know.

[@karenklucas923]

So fun watching you make your home..