I love watching your videos and have learned so much! I am a single woman and I do my own reno work around my house. But.... after being married to a man for 30 years who only fixed things on "his time " (which was NEVER if he could help it!), my FAVORITE part of your videos is when you say "... and we're goong to do it... RIGHT NOW." ❤️❤️❤️❤️
@skitzochik Жыл бұрын
thats my fave part too...if only my guy got it done like that ....teehehe
@jeremynguyen2346 Жыл бұрын
Do what’s discord
@user-ch3wt9tl2p9 ай бұрын
Love this!
@snoozieq4584 Жыл бұрын
Nice.👍👍 I love how you created your intro and then showed how you did it in your outro.😍😍 Can't wait to see this room completed. See you next time.🤗🤗
@StephanieMolinaMusic14 сағат бұрын
for being built in the 40s those studs still look really good thats crazy
@TheFixerHomeRepair8 сағат бұрын
Yup. They don't make them like that anymore!
@storagewars Жыл бұрын
I like your yard. It looks so quiet the grass is green and the trees are well pruned. 👏👍
@beckiblack859 Жыл бұрын
Great job, Matt. Your house is transforming into new and beautiful.🙂
@TheFixerHomeRepair Жыл бұрын
Thanks, Becki! 😃
@BrandonSmith-714 Жыл бұрын
Hey love your videos!!! I went to a trade school in high school and we built 2 double wide trailers over my junior and senior year of high school.... I've really not done much carpentry or house remodelling but watching your videos really make me want to have a house to fix up if I had the money lol! I've watched pretty much all your videos but I love how you explain things and also how over built you build things if I was to build a house I think I would want your help lol. You definitely deserve a lot of success and can't wait to watch more of your videos!!!
@alisonsloan9335 Жыл бұрын
Imagine being one of the past owners of this house and stumbling across this channel one day! Watching the amazing transformations that you are doing with such care and respect would be heartwarming. Can’t wait to see what comes next!
@johnterpack3940 Жыл бұрын
I'm thinking of doing this for the exact same reasons you cited. Our house was built in '66, so not quite as old. But it still has little to no insulation, ludicrous electrical shenanigans, and I don't even want to know what's been painted over in the decades before we bought it. Tearing out the drywall seems like the best way to fix all these problems at once. Plus it will let us add soundproofing where needed to make our home a bit more zen.
@netwt44910 ай бұрын
Yea, I bet we also got mold and mildew where we think not. Safer to start from scratch! Be Well!
@atlchai Жыл бұрын
Whenever I remove the dry walls. I splay with water. Easy to move and less dust. 🙂😍😎
@quinntoohey406 Жыл бұрын
This has been the best series. Never get sick of watching you work!!
@Peter-gh5tz Жыл бұрын
Love watching the work you do on your house You are very talented Our houses here in Australia are built differently but I’m learning heaps by watching you do your thing
@mellowmanta8975 Жыл бұрын
the subtle like...zen music hovering in the background is so great. I freaking love these videos
@jimaronson2323 Жыл бұрын
Another great video. It's fun and interesting to watch the reno of your house. Look forward to them all the time. All the contractors I've used on projects in my home do not try to save the drywall, even if I asked them to. It doesn't pay for the time it takes. Plus, trying to get drywall out in prime condition is tough. I know from experience.
@ivanwill Жыл бұрын
Another nice detailed video. After all, “That’s what I do, that’s my thing…”. Haha. Right, am off back to work, after having lunch, “Right Now!”
@michaelvalcourt9978 Жыл бұрын
Another reason to tear it down is because of the wallpaper and how difficult it is to remove without damaging it anyway.
@TheFixerHomeRepair Жыл бұрын
Yes, exactly!
@pattihamilton0925 Жыл бұрын
The work on your house is amazing.
@jennifermartinus4929 Жыл бұрын
Well done, Matt. New insulation, you don’t need to let the heat go outside. 😂
@kirkjohnson1035 Жыл бұрын
The duality of the soothing background spa music and demolition is 🤌🏼perfection. 10/10
@sarapuga2146 Жыл бұрын
It always fascinates me watching watching houses in the US being torn apart that easily 😮
@kksigurn Жыл бұрын
Me too 😮, it's all bricks and concrete where I live.
@feelingtardy Жыл бұрын
you may be able to find a divider plate for that box. some of those have slots for them so you can separate low/high voltage without changing anything. assuming your jurisdiction allows it
@TheFixerHomeRepair Жыл бұрын
I will look into that! Thanks!
@docdoctme Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing Matt! Im looking forward in seeing the results.
@netwt44910 ай бұрын
You have truly given me renewed hope as I slowly renovate my ‘71 model ! which has no interior insulation and pathetic windows. THX! Be Well!
@T.E.P.. Жыл бұрын
as a builder and a retired editor of commercials ... I love your creativity with the channel. and also enjoy how much fun you are having creating the vids and have the projects to make the content
@TheFixerHomeRepair Жыл бұрын
Thanks, man! That means a lot. I appreciate the support!
@jaysato Жыл бұрын
i admire your hardwork and perseverance man
@BrentAyotte Жыл бұрын
Right now is definitely your thing, don’t stop doing it.
@ca6177 Жыл бұрын
You do such a great job! Take care!
@sct4040 Жыл бұрын
Agree, safety first. Inspecting and replacing all old wires are necessary in an old house.
@aaronmcghee2837 Жыл бұрын
loving the subtle humor... can't wait for the timelapse!
@tinyt6330 Жыл бұрын
Glad to know you live in Mass! We're probably neighbors , you should totally do our house next for content purposes!
@AlaBrandon Жыл бұрын
Yard looks nice. You should give us a tour. I mean we’ve already seen every inch of the inside of your house! 😂 we’re like family now. 😅
@catherinerowe6815 Жыл бұрын
Loved the video,great info🔨🪛🪚
@jennlizzy2019 Жыл бұрын
I have hot water baseboard heating in my new home. I have been cautious about disassembling one to see how they go together. I want yo dust the fins then I want to paint the putty color to match the wall colors. Thank you for the video; I am confident now about my project to paint the covers over the fins.
@Nonenonenone426 ай бұрын
In Norway we use PVC (k-pipes example) piping on the wires inside the wall, then using PN type of wiring inside the pipes. This to minimize the airflow in case of fire, plus it`s really easy to drag and redrag new cabling when the wall is closed. :) Electrician from Norway.
@crinkle2649 Жыл бұрын
It's a drywall tarp taco 😄
@barryhunt5357 Жыл бұрын
Looking good as always, you are about to have a totally renovated home inside. I have been enjoying this video set.
@PEACE1Lovely Жыл бұрын
Thank you that how I feel
@embatbr Жыл бұрын
Interesting this editing with the jazz peaks (the bass line making the passage) matching the old dry wall pulling.
@jsaysyay Жыл бұрын
i've said it before and i'll probably keep saying it, you're so good at making these entertaining. also conveniently whilst you were ripping the ancient drywall down you could see larger sections of the older wallpaper, very interesting to see the history of the room
@maryh2684 Жыл бұрын
I also live in Massachusetts, and my city inspectors are pretty strict. I’m wondering why your electrical inspector didn’t make you change that box with the high voltage and cable wires. We have to pull permits for everything, and they don’t let anything get by them.
@galady8632 Жыл бұрын
I have been checking with the local Code Enforcement Officer re Policy & Procedures. The policy here is if the homeowner actually does the work no permit is required. Any time someone is hired to do the work a permit is required. A tiny corner of my lot is in the city limits so city policy trumps county, but both require inspections for hired work.. (I wasn't aware of all the red tape of a small city when I bought the house in 1985. If I had known I doubt I would have purchased that property.) New furnace, a/c, roof, gutters, exterior paint - all hired. No one wants to do interior work.
@robtheslob9649 Жыл бұрын
Matt, I just subscribed...... RIGHT NOW!!
@costanzaregazzoni767 Жыл бұрын
Love your videos, you are doing a great work! Greeting from Italy 🙂
@deannaoverstreet4146 Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Enjoy your channel!
@sweetpetuniafarm3102 Жыл бұрын
I cannot wait til the insulation video. Literally the only thing stopping me from beginning my renovations on my 120+ year old home I just bought. I want to rip the crappy vinyl off and restore the original wood clap. But haven’t found anyone good advice on insulation and weatherproofing. Most say tyvek and new siding or spray foam. Neither are an option for me. I’ve followed previous videos and cannot wait to start. I also need to figure out how to remove the chimney since it’s out of commission and a boiler heats the house. Other than that everything I need is right here on your channel. Thank you and keep up the good work!!!
@franmidi Жыл бұрын
Great video & work! Nice to see the progress. I was wondering if you had cut the joint between wall & ceiling with a utility knife? Removal seemed like you did...
@TheFixerHomeRepair Жыл бұрын
Not on this room. A lot of times you do if it is a good tape seam. Thanks for watching!
@udalimb384 Жыл бұрын
Cool vid. I wait for the clean ups. I'm weird that way. Also, Is it worth your time to take scrap metal in to weight and get coins?
@TheFixerHomeRepair Жыл бұрын
Thanks! It could be worth a trip but a friend of mine's son is starting to get into scraping so I would rather give it to him. I used to do it... it can add up. Thanks for watching!
@pitsnipe5559 Жыл бұрын
I know what you mean about cold winters in Mass. I grew up on the Cape in houses that had zero insulation. You could feel the wind coming through. Brrrrr. That’s why I now live in Georgia.
@rossb5593 Жыл бұрын
Before you just grip it and rip it. Always score the joint where the wall meets the ceiling. Will significantly decrease your chance of damaging the ceiling from having tear out.
@KellyJelly9976 Жыл бұрын
Another great video and I was glad you included the clean up portion - I love to see that. Thanks for sharing and explaining your remodel.
@gregmize01 Жыл бұрын
The ending!😂
@thewhatsup Жыл бұрын
If you put in sound insulation in the other walls (since the living room and master is there), will you explain it?
@TheFixerHomeRepair Жыл бұрын
Yes. Absolutely. That is a plan for a video! 😁. Thanks for watching!
@thewhatsup Жыл бұрын
@@TheFixerHomeRepair we are going to need sound insulation in our basement ceiling, for the TV that is going down there, and I know nothing about that insulation. Thanks
@TheFixerHomeRepair Жыл бұрын
@@thewhatsup got ya! Stay tuned!
@rhondakennedy8192 ай бұрын
Be kind to each other. Stay safe. Love to all
@Leonitus485 Жыл бұрын
I can’t believe he does all this with just a nail puller. Lol if it was me I’d a brought a sledge hammer, mini sledge hammer, multiple pry bars, and a hammer drill. Maybe even a skidsteer. Haha
@charlottebrown270 Жыл бұрын
Oh wow Lane Bryant’s tall collection I used to get their clothes they had great Clothes for tall women
@BrantK147 Жыл бұрын
This is so satisfying to watch XD
@danielleb5514 Жыл бұрын
I love watching your videos and explanation of how to do things, great job. Of course, you should ALWAYS wear eye protection. I've had my own bad experience and suffered for almost a year trying to heal an injured eye. Please, please wear some eye protection.
@topcat1255 Жыл бұрын
I envy you. I have some compromised exterior walls that I have to rip out but mine are all plaster and lath. The plater dust is everywhere and the scrap weighs A TON.
@chrisw443 Жыл бұрын
Exciting intro!
@LeoInAMillion Жыл бұрын
Nothing sexier than a man who cleans up after himself eh ladies? 😉😂 Great video as usual Matt 👌 👍 👏 😀
@iamwhoiamd7056 Жыл бұрын
Awesome video.
@kscheuerman5378 Жыл бұрын
I love watching my favorite channel!!
@hillhouserehab Жыл бұрын
You have inspired me to rehab hillhouse, 🇺🇸
@michaelplays2449 Жыл бұрын
Great video, thanks !!!
@MomJagger15 Жыл бұрын
I love watching you Do All the Work! Lol
@Dianas_guppies Жыл бұрын
I'm here because we just bought a 1970's lakehouse that will need a LOT of work. Love the videos! I'm commenting to say, IT IS KILLING ME THAT YOU'RE NOT READING THE LOVE LETTER! 😅😅
@TheFixerHomeRepair Жыл бұрын
🤣 I know… not my story to tell though is the way I see it.
@elonmusk86675 ай бұрын
Install the rock wool insulation in all the interior walls to keep the house quiet.
@geanettbrowne5668 Жыл бұрын
Hey Mr fixer thanks for your videos I now can and do small projects around my house I wish I know how to send you photo of my fixes 😃 I paint my back door and tile my landing and 4 stairs back entry very proud of myself thanks again love your videos thanks for sharing 💙
@sadielouwho5795 Жыл бұрын
I love your channel and look so forward to your videos. I love the progress you are making but at the same time I wonder what will happen when you finally finish? Hopefully you will buy a dump to flip so we can start all over again. ❤️
@dianebackhouse4532 Жыл бұрын
Hi Matt, your doing an awesome job on your house, I've been following you from the start and you've practically refurbished every room, can't wait to see how this one turns out, I'm sure it will be great just like the others.
@SelenaT11 ай бұрын
Smart.
@kksigurn Жыл бұрын
I love your videos, just keep them coming.
@peterkazmir Жыл бұрын
The behind-the-scenes at the end :)
@wendydix5534 Жыл бұрын
Great job! You cleanup so well.
@PratyushTewari Жыл бұрын
haha! right now. loved it.
@Because_I_Have_To Жыл бұрын
I am unofficially subtitling this video "Fashionable Arm Day" 🤣 Seriously, though thanks for the video! 👌🏾🤗
@stephmo371 Жыл бұрын
I new vid!? 💃🕺nice work!!
@manganvbg90 Жыл бұрын
I think removing the old drywall is the right way. Drywall tends to absorb smells over time so with new drywayy it wont smell musky
@Pallidus_Rider10 ай бұрын
The Fixer 👍
@TexianPa Жыл бұрын
It’s coming along. Nice work. Curious how far behind we are to real time? I’m headed out this evening to our new property to finish up a building I put up so we can get power run!!
@unclerob617 Жыл бұрын
Great video! I heard about a guy doing some remodel work and he came across part of an old newspaper. He noticed the date was the same year he was born and upon looking closer he found his birth announcement! What are the odds??? I heard this happened in Portland, OR. I don't know if that's just a made up story that gets passed along or not? But I'd like to believe it's true!
@MrJeep759 ай бұрын
I couldn't amagin nailing dry wall like they used to do
@spanky814 Жыл бұрын
I am renovating the upstairs of my house that I live in with my grandma. We don't even have drywall, it's just this old crappy press board stuff from the 70s and 3/4th of the walls have no insulation at all. I'm trying to explain to my grandma that we can't just put new drywall on top of the old press board and she just keeps arguing with me. She is going on vacation soon and she won't be there to argue lol. I'm taking it all down. In my case it's essentially a fire hazard at this point
@TheFixerHomeRepair Жыл бұрын
That's awesome that your doing this for your grandma and making it safe for her! She will definitely be happy when she comes back from vacation to see it done.😃
@Sidecutter Жыл бұрын
Probably not intentional, but interesting juxtaposition of that very soft, almost melancholy background music with the action of ripping apart the walls that were once someone's dream room makeover. And oh man, I really hope you plan to insulate all those walls to sound dampen, so the master bedroom and this one don't have to hear each other ':D
@zakkaryzoah1386 Жыл бұрын
So, the people who added on to your house: (1) cut out and removed an old bathroom. (2) moved the stairs to the basement. (3) hacked out big parts of the joists without repairing them. (4) completely messed up the supports for the stairs leaving a huge part of your house unsupported (5) put too little headroom on the stairs. (6) created a new room without its own closet, so it didn’t benefit the house’s value. (7) failed to install electrical outlets in the new room. (8) made a cockamamie entrance between rooms and wasted space. and the biggest sin of all: (9) covered the place in wood paneling! You are the best thing that’s happened to this house. If someone who wasn’t knowledgeable like you bought it, they’d have a huge money pit on their hands!
@1styoudummy Жыл бұрын
You really should use TYPE X d/w in a old wood fame house.
@batterymakermarkii2654 Жыл бұрын
“Hey, what color was the old insulation when you pulled off the sheet rock?” “BLACK. LIKE MY SOUL…”. :-p
@MrJeep759 ай бұрын
My mom used to shop at lame Bryant
@1776Based Жыл бұрын
Im about to purchase a 1940s home with a bad drywall job. So afraid to open those walls up...🧐😳
@TheFixerHomeRepair Жыл бұрын
You should always be prepared to find some issues but don’t be scared!! Who knows, you might find something really cool!
@lesliecas2695 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful. You are so talented. I am curious as to where your dining area is located. Is there a space in the kitchen or a separate dining room.
@TheFixerHomeRepair Жыл бұрын
Hey Leslie, thank you! When we first moved in, our dining area is where our couch is. We decided to swap them because of our sons play area and our couch layout worked better this newer way. Thanks for the comment and watching the new video! 😃
@crinkle2649 Жыл бұрын
I would definitely take down the drywall, you never know what you are going to find. And since you know there were mice, poor insulation and no electricity you have to.
@Roadkillstew Жыл бұрын
theres not a shut off where you can pull the full radiator out?
@ellenzdanovich4761 Жыл бұрын
Can you have a little talk with my husband? He needs motivation.
@michelle9653 Жыл бұрын
Like it
@johnkimball58724 ай бұрын
Im starting a job doing this 10 hours a day. Im worried i will get fatigue from standing and working.
@nathankostelecky419 Жыл бұрын
Cool video, just wondering why you didn’t take more precautions with asbestos control?
@TheFixerHomeRepair Жыл бұрын
Thanks, Nathan. Everything was tested. No asbestos found.
@GenX2.0 Жыл бұрын
Have you ever thought of finding some stash of cash within these old walls? lol
@irenebaker8263 Жыл бұрын
Very interesting videos. Do you plan to live in this home? New subscriber from Canada🇨🇦
@jesus.maryandjoseph8880 Жыл бұрын
Why can't I see any drywall screws remaining anywhere? Do they just literally rip out of the studs? I figured they would tear up the studs when removed.
@90secondsuntilmidnight5 ай бұрын
That drywall looks thin
@megdahlin1118 Жыл бұрын
I had the same exact job two months ago I did three rooms just like you're doing now. My question is I'm about to do my kitchen and I think there may be lead paint. How would you suggest taking drywall down in this situation? I don't plan on eating any I'll have a respirator on and I'll be fully covered. Is this something that you'd attempt to do? Or would you call professionals? There's just myself living in this house. Thank you!