Restoring A $7,000 Hoarder Mansion: Kitchen Demolition

[@Kevin986_]

Roman deserves an Academy Award for best in Entertainment

[@masterbates7016]

I disagree. He's annoying and it's getting worse and worse. He doesn't even make sense when he tries to make jokes

[@kd5inm]

Roman, Cole doesn't listen... I dont know why you waste your time.

[@cherylsmith-bell6509]

He has mastered the BS! Hillarious! You all are working your butts off, but having way to much fun!

[@masterbates7016]

I've changed the way I feel about calling his family as they are censoring my comments which is against my freedom of speech. They keep deleting my comments

[@kd5inm]

@@masterbates7016 Yeah Cole censors those who don't say what he wants to hear. Its his channel but at same time I have the option of not watching. I scroll/ speed up parts I don't like. It will effect his youtube algorythem and he will make less $$$. One of the worse things you can do is exit in the middle of the video.

[@eliotgalyean6128]

I started watching your videos many years ago because of your restoration on your house and stuck around for the crops. I'm glad the restoration is in full swing.

[@bakugoukatsukitheonlyrealo383]

Same am so excited for what it would look like in the end 😍🎉🥳🤩🤩

[@ginadelsasso288]

Same here... I'm so excited he is finally getting back to the house.

[@amberjade528]

Me too

[@wurly164]

I said the same thing 😂

[@chillnndc]

Same!

[@Dr.Elaine1]

These videos with Roman, Cole, and Juston make me smile 😊 from start to finish.

[@kazapthegreat5306]

Roman’s smile is adorable! Another massive demolition day, well done guys.

[@paulotts]

Cole, seeing Roman with that pitchfork gave me an idea. You should take Nave and recreate the American Gothic painting in a picture. It would look great in your home!

[@benhur520]

They could use an old camera that uses glass plates and then put the picture in a frame made out of old flooring.

[@Getagriponthisnewhandle]

Love this!

[@annateague2354]

Hahaha great idea

[@fernbrisot325]

Roman needs to put out a line of efficient tools! Stick 2000, board 2000, 2x4 2000, handle 2000 with or without fork 2000, hammer 2000, pickaxe 3000, etc... Best tools ever!

[@davidcooprider5313]

I love your videos! I used to be a contractor up until last year. I caught a touch of ALS, now i only watch others build stuff. I have a ton of stuff that i would love to do to my home, and it kills me that i have to now pay people to do it wrong. You guys are doing things correctly. One criticism, you need to put back real hardwood flooring. Don't do that vinyl crap upstairs. Save it for the basement if you must use it.

[@di4085]

I hate the cheap look vinyl flooring.

[@di4085]

I'm praying for healing for you.🙏

[@TxDan100]

Yessir... ALS my friend... Take Care and God bless

[@TxDan100]

God sent you Roman and Juston .. Cole, you are blessed.

[@TM-sm5qy]

Safety glasses or Goggles guys, only get one set of eyes. Are the exterior walls balloned framed, if so make sure you add a fire break between floors. Our neighbors old farm house was balloned framed and burnt to the ground before the RFD arrived.

[@doneggerton7313]

Cole- Don from Texas…my wife and I love your videos, you are high energy which we love. Roman has added a great element but does not have your energy! I believe that you are inspiring others to not sit around but to get up and go. Make their life better! This has been my entire thought process my entire life. I do want to say Roman is a great addition as he is a hard worker. Keep up the infectious videos!!!!!

[@robertwalker9625]

So much work already done, yet so much to do before actually starting the building part of the renovation. I think the viewers would like to hear more about Roman and how he ended up in Iowa and his background and also about Justin and his story of being a carpenter. Great job so far and can't wait for more.

[@classicambo9781]

Was in previous video 📹

[@redhatpat9387]

It is in the video about Roman going to the Arm Wrestling Championships.

[@robertwalker9625]

@@redhatpat9387 I did watch that, but I don't think he said how he ended up in Iowa and also I'd love his take on being a US citizen and how his life has changed. Thanks redhatpat, I'll rewatch that episode. Peace.

[@Rule1336]

As someone who has worked construction/demo for many years, let me say this. This demo has been the most YT fun I have ever had. I said it before, but it merits repeating. COMEDY GOLD!!!😂😂😂 Justin=Moe. Roman=Curly. Cole=Larry.

[@stevewayne3676]

😅😅😅

[@darlapoulsen9767]

Insulation puller 2000 lol Roman you’re hilarious!

[@crystalward6881]

And it’s remote controlled 👍 😂😂

[@edwardcampeau8357]

Man I love watching you guys.Your so lucky to have a great team to work with you .Good luck buddy.Ed from Michigan

[@corey9313]

Oh man this brings me back to my great grandparent’s house. This thing was glorious in its day but over time and with their generation, it’s just funny how many stories are out there like this. It’s super, super cool your family still has this house and you’re getting to restore it. I can imagine the emotions at the end of the day. Keep it up guys, they don’t build houses like this anymore!

[@wkannon990]

If Roman is not somehow related to Yakov Smirnoff, I'll eat my hat. The voice, the humor....spot on.

[@HensOnly]

Well, they may be related by distant distant cousins, they would be neighbors LOL! (Russia/Smirnoff and Ukraine/Roman)

[@jackginster707]

@@HensOnly Smirnoff was not his original name. He was born in Ukraine when it was part of the Soviet Union. He changed his name when he moved to the US.

[@Attikilla]

Tbf I hate the shade he throws on everyone that works for/with him.

[@kathyhuffman7523]

@@Attikillait's planned by all of them...for sure. and Cole is definitely the week link! which I think is planned because we all know he works like a slave.

[@iahawks9434]

@@kathyhuffman7523who works like a slave?

[@jkholley1118]

Roman and Justin are funny as hell. Good job guys.

[@starriderkittykat9064]

It's so fascinating to see how builders did things back when your home was built. In a way It's a time capsule.. I'm loving the longer videos Cole,and making such wholesome content the whole family can enjoy..💖💖

[@grumpyoldman53]

I just caught the videos of this rebuild the other day and it brought back nightmares. I did the exact same thing after I bought an old Victorian built in 1890 in the 80s. Including removing a chimney from the third floor through a kitchen fireplace to a summer stove in the basement. It still had the gas lighting in the walls, and the octopus gravity fed hot air coal stove in the basement. The roof was goose feathers with cedar shake and 3 layers of roofing slapped on top. The house was built from 40' sticks rough-hewn onsite. The outside walls were three layers; the original clap board with wax paper, cedar shake, covered with asbestos siding. That was replaced with over 50 sheets of 3/4 ply, 42 new windows, and new siding. I had a hole from the basement to the third floor because of the butchered floor joists when they ran the old lead drains through the floor boards. The floor joists where only held on the outside walls with a 1x6 cut into the outside sticks. I spent sooo much time rebuilding the old frame, and repairing the double brick foundation because of the unfiltered sand they used in the cement, causing the mortar to turn into dust. There is one thing I hope you are spared. Because the frame was roughhewn, the sticks were only even on the outside edge. Inside, the plaster and lathe hid how thin or thick it was because of how uneven the inside edge was. I had an old Sears table saw from the 50's that I used to rip 100s of 2x6x10s to sister every single stick so I could put up sheet rock. Because it was balloon construction I also had to place hundreds of fire blocks floor and ceiling level. Where I had to replace the floorboards, I used 2 layers of 3/4 ply for the floors to level up the 7/8 original subfloor and 1/2 ply. Thousands of nails. The ceiling on the first floor was 9 plus feet, 8 1/2 on the second floor. I couldn't afford so many 40 cu ft dumpsters, so for years I took truckloads of plaster and lathe to the dumps, paying by the lb. Tens of tons and I mean tens of tons I cleaned out. And my biggest mistake I made(other than buying the damn house in the first place), was living in it in it while I was doing all this. 19 years and still not done when I finally sold it. This being NJ, my taxes being $1,700 in 1986, went to $13,000 when I sold it in 2005. Tired of getting screwed by contractors, I learned ALL the trades. God bless you for saving an old house when it would have been easier to burn it down and build new. I also had to chuckle when you found things where not always built the way they should have. You are also so lucky to have a couple of buds helping you. I was alone. Good luck!

[@slapstickdome9797]

Money Pit, the movie, comes to mind reading your story. Good job….working AND selling.

[@EileenMeehan-q4g]

My husband and I took a 1906 kitchen down to the studs and rebuilt it so I recognize what you are doing. It takes youth, enthusiasm and strength! I’m tired just watching. Best of luck!

[@MsCharlyD]

Cole, you should invest in brand new wood flooring! Start it off with level hardwood flooring that'll last for your great grandkids. You can always use the old wood for some accent walls or custom picture frames, too. It's looking amazing!

[@deanbrunner261]

Do the workout room floor with the old hardwood

[@chrisallen2005]

Level is going to be a relative term in this rebuild. More like an averaging of some reference points.

[@outbackchick5111]

Don’t put in cheap laminated flooring

[@MsCharlyD]

@@outbackchick5111 totally agree! It has to be hardwood 😁

[@johnunsicker7440]

@@MsCharlyD Do you know what that would cost to do hardwood? $35k to $100k just for floors.

[@victorialehmann6879]

Can we be sure that there aren't at least 50 more people working on this tear-down project? I have NEVER seen men work this hard to accomplish so much! WOW!

[@pamelairvin3164]

PROGRESS!!!!!!!!! I love seeing each video knowing you've already accomplished a ton more than we see with a new posting. Blessings, and y'all be safe!!!

[@NSResponder]

I'm extremely impressed at how efficiently you guys have done all this demolition. Lot of work for such a small crew.

[@mariastellamelendez8670]

Love watching demolition but the redo will be so much fun. Your home will be updated with building materials,building technology, and smart features.

[@CindyJoAnn]

I must say I am glad to see the blue countertops go! I cannot WAIT to see your brand-new kitchen, and I'm sure you and Hneiva feel the same way!!!!! These videos are SO exciting to watch!!!

[@slapstickdome9797]

Yes the kitchen was my least favorite room in the house.

[@julien2912]

Wow you guys have really demolished the interior of this house! I hope NAVE has had a chance every few days to come in and see the progress you guys have been making. All of this in just 1 month? That is fantastic! I never predicted you would get this far in 1 month. Cole remember last year when you demolished the upstairs all by yourself and it took you weeks?! I am so glad you got some daily help and are in full swing of this renovation project.

[@Burbankelly]

Seeing the guts of this house has opened my eyes to why you needed to remodel it! I hate admitting defeat. 😂

[@TxDan100]

Agreed Kelly... : )

[@debbipriz]

Cole, this are not problems, these are challenges. You have shown that you are more than capable of rising to meet any of the challenges you have shared with us so far. Life mindset, choose the more positive word. How does Hneiva feel knowing what was in the ceiling above her as she was cooking for your family? I can imagine she is thankful not to have known at the time! Can't wait to see what you do with the kitchen.

[@slapstickdome9797]

Nava. Her name is Nava.

[@lesiamuzyka7673]

You’re making such a beautiful home for your family Cole ❤

[@edwardmovall7119]

Very excited to watch your progress on your home renovation. Very exciting for your future and progress.

[@RicardoJunqueira]

I'm loving this series. The editing is killer and it is super fun to watch. Kudos to whomever is doing it.

[@marthavojtko6268]

Gotta say I'm NOT sad to see that blue countertop go!!👍😂

[@bradw3313]

The amount of work is overwhelming to say the least, but you three are knocking it out. Anxious to see the process of leveling and securing the floors and walls. Having Justin and Roman is a blessing as they know what’s going on with the structure.

[@madisonsgrandy]

I’m loving the old house restoration videos. Justin is so talented and knowledgeable in the building trades and Roman is a joy to watch. Please keep the videos coming.

[@beautiful.life1396]

Not sure where the restoration is happening 🤷‍♀️ Restoration is the action of returning something to a former condition. And he said many times he’s changing the floor plan and modernizing it. You watched him demo and throw out the floor. He doesn’t have the knowledge to restore the home his family has lived in 😢

[@deborahhenness1607]

You guys are some of the hardest workers I have ever seen. This is fantastic. Can't wait to see the next video. God bless you all. Super job guys.❤❤

[@jodyhuntsman4126]

I am loving these videos! Roman & Cole cracking me up! Juston u to! I have been on the edge of my seat waiting for the next video! Congratulations to u and Nava on your new little one😊

[@nanagram13]

Glad to hear that you are maintaining a sense of humor!! Cole, I think you have found everything that can go wrong when renovating an old house,

[@judysetran9198]

When you get a house that is that age you have to consider a couple of things...we bought one that was built in the 1880's on the original pioneer trail..there was a lot going on, additions, rain water catchment sisterns ,interesting artifacts when digging bowing brick foundation walls...

[@fatzlebowski1549]

Why doesn't Roman have his own channel. He is such a great guy, and so skilled. His videos would be pretty great!

[@evelynharber6077]

At the present he is needed on the project. Roman may be secretly learning on how to create good videos for when this project is finished. He is very good so far isn't he.

[@kevink4914]

What do you mean💁‍♂️ Roman took over this channel months ago. Look in the comments section. 99% of comments are for Roman 🤷🏻‍♂️😉😂

[@MrEvolutionR]

It’s the same with dc and cooper, the Chanel is not the same since they got there own Channel.

[@rfastkats924]

@@MrEvolutionR We always watch Daddy Cornstar's videos

[@williamqueen8790]

You guys are doing a great job, love these videos. I think Roman needs more chores…. LOL, he sure is a good worker.

[@K27fan]

The more I see of Roman, the more I am impressed. He immigrated here the right way like our ancestors did 100-150 years ago. He waited for his citizenship and is a super hard working guy, he isnt sitting in a free hotel demanding better this, more EBT cards etc. Plus he has a great sense of humor and adds a lot to your channel. Roman is the classic example of an immigrant who comes to this country and helps build it up. Much respect.

[@susannepatriot6264]

Brilliant farm and home management Cole. You did it right. By making sure that the farm, aka your business, is operating and profitable, you can now focus your energies on this massive undertaking of remodeling your gem of a home. She's a beauty. 🏋️‍♂️🤼‍♂️🇺🇸

[@maryhelvey8841]

Love the video, Roman and Justin are awesome

[@davidepool5884]

I know you and your crew will be glad when all the demolition work is done and you can start putting the house back together. It’s a daunting task but you are going to have a beautiful home when it’s done.

[@outbackchick5111]

All the guys have a great work ethic and are multi skilled.

[@karenedge7039]

I cant wait to see the next one. Yall got a lot of demo done for that big of house. Good job guys !!

[@hallenw]

Roman is so charismatic he should have his own channel. ❤

[@TxDan100]

YES!!

[@DrMJJr]

Those bluish gray eyes 👀 of his are so beautiful it hurts!!!

[@sandy123yr]

You guys are busting me up 😂 plus I’m totally enjoying the remodeling project. I’ve been looking forward to each and every posting. I have been watching since back when you started with the clean up on the farm.. keep up the great work & funny humor it’s been educational & very entertaining 💕🏠😊

[@codymoffatt1281]

From Iowa. Justin is a great contractor because I don't know if any contractors around here that will do demolition work on a house. Great video!

[@elliot8737]

Been a sub since the idea of cleaning the yard before the million $ disaster. What a difference some hard work can do. Good job Cole.

[@jeffthorpe8667]

Put a hook up for washer/dryer up on the bedroom floor. Keep an old washer and dry in the basement for farming clothes, but your wife will thank you. If space is issue plan for a stack. You don't need to install right away, just run the plumbing.

[@TxDan100]

Yes! Great Idea! When I worked in the oilfield Every Washateria had special washers and dryers strictly for work clothes. Neva will thank you.

[@nicolad8822]

I often put washing on at the end of the day, I wouldn’t want to be listening to the machine spinning at midnight whilst trying to sleep or disturbing the kids. Surely you want the most solid floor, you get a lot of vibration.

[@pamcobos7010]

Been there done that! Hats off to you. It’s a money pit for sure just as my family has done with our grandma’s farmhouse. We are certainly proud of our restoration and can’t wait to see the finishing of yours. Good for you for keeping the family homestead alive and well!❤️

[@sherylhutton138]

So far, I think this is better than watching "THIS OLD HOUSE". You really get to see some antics while demolition is taking place.

[@greggkiest1069]

Enjoying this remodel series. I have a 1890’s house with beautiful cherry woodwork. I need to suck it up and copy your project. Oh yes, sagging floors with knob and tube.

[@michaelparker5761]

I have a suggestion for you, Roman. Find a closet with a door that locks and SUGGEST to Cole he demo it from the inside, like he likes to. Lock the door and slip his lunch under it and let him out at quitting time...just a thought.

[@Romegrom]

😅

[@maryrinehart2346]

😂😂

[@simoneconsciousobserver3105]

It has got to feel so good to be able to get to the core and rebuild this home for generations to come. Continued blessings of abundance and wisdom for All

[@jackierash9680]

I love watching the speed demo saves time so you get more in a video 👍

[@slapstickdome9797]

I love it as well. We get to see it all.

[@elisebb3765]

Cole, Thanks for sharing the demo of your house with us. It is fascinating to watch each process. Three determined and speedy workers!

[@maryalicehuffstetler3026]

I AM SO FLIPPING EXCITED!! I CAN'T WAIT TO SEE THE SHEET ROCK GO UP!!💃💃 HAPPY DANCE!

[@marieperkins752]

Why are you shouting?

[@debbiemcallister7093]

@@marieperkins752 Cuz she's excited! Didn't you read that?? hahahaha

[@patriciasiefert7140]

What a pleasure watching all of you!

[@debbydrach]

You’re sure moving along pretty quickly right now ! Impressive !

[@debbiemcallister7093]

Full circle! This is why I started watching this channel. Now, I'm excited and anxious to see how Cole repurposes that beautiful old wood that he saved from all the demolition.

[@Robins-wings]

Roman is definitely my favorite employee!

[@TxDan100]

Roman is awesome.. Yep

[@djangodjoon1624]

Having a clean and organized job site is so satisfying. You guys are amazing and really hard workers.

[@ellencutspaper571]

You can let Roman know the GE brings good things to life! 😂 Y’all are powering through the house. I saw other people commenting on the blue countertops, yeah they needed to go. Bye bye Felicia on those! Can’t wait to see the next steps!! Go Cole & Co.!! What a great team!

[@toryminier3760]

Started watching the channel when you moved in cole. Watched every video since. Love it cornstar family

[@slapstickdome9797]

Me also. From his first move in.

[@evelyndiaz592]

I have been waiting for this for a long time I am just excited to see it ever step of the way. It’s going to be beautiful. Your work crew are good and funny Justin and Roman make a good team. They take pride in there work .I can wait for next video. Just seeing what’s behind those walls tells a story.

[@DANDY1]

Its good to see you guys see the light with the plaster and lathe !

[@wgoconnor33]

This is an amazing project, the amount of demo and future rebuilding is daunting. Cheers to Roman , he’s your MVP !!

[@missykowalewski]

….. If u want to watch a 22 yr old farmer get things done, ur in the right place….. What a statement and what a ride so far. From moving into the house, through the clean up, the bin site and even the crop improvement this has been a truly fun and entertaining channel. Met some great people, learned about growing crops and even a bit of spiritual encouragement. What a great thing u started here Cole. And generations to come will have far more than some negative plates to prove history.

[@patrickskelly7520]

Here in tornado and hurricane land, the old houses that kept the chimneys have stood longer than the houses that removed those chimneys. Chimbeys are a great anchor.

[@carolepeterson7455]

WOW! it's been about 2 years since I've watched one of your videos, the house looks so nice! It makes me happy to see an old house come back to life!

[@territ1231]

So proud of all you've done so far. Bye bye kitchen!!

[@christinahaythorne3633]

Gotta say Roman is hilarious. A perfect addition to the cornstar restoration!

[@andytrujillo2935]

Over the years, your editing has gotten so good! Thanks for sharing!

[@SZNszn1167]

I love the process and the progress you guys are just kicking it you are making huge strides. I love the videos. Cole keep them coming.

[@5253mamabear]

You guys just crack me up. It's so fun to watch. The House is going to be beautiful. Do happy and excited for you. Oh yes, it's going to be so much safer for you and your family.

[@robertmelchionda7456]

Keep the momentum going Cole! Happy to see you fulfilling your goal. Just remember, do it right the first time, you DO NOT want to take a step backwards as you progress forward. Thinking about how you work is just as important as the work itself and this can save you allot of grief and wasted time and energy. All the best to you and your family!

[@dalekinseth]

We are just trying help! Good intentions.

[@ITIets]

I’m loving this series so much !

[@whitneylivingston5706]

Once again, Justin and Roman are awesome!! Cole, you are so lucky to have such amazing friends to help with this project. Roman cracks me up and I’m always excited to see what kind of antics he’s going to get up to. It’s looking good in there and I can’t wait for the actual construction and not just destruction.

[@blahblahuserrandomnameblahb]

I love the 3 of you guys and I love that this has a intro now like a TV show. Its my new favourite TV show I cant wait for a new episode. Cole you should get someone to make a intro song for it like a 30 second song lol!!!

[@minnesotasteve4479]

You guys are having way too much fun!!!!!! Doing an awesome job, love the videos, keep'em coming

[@mariabeneteau5241]

I’m so impressed with all the hard labor! Your team rocks

[@urbannanana5885]

I love your family, Cole! Roman and Justin are great additions

[@annhope7760]

Gentlemen what amazing progress so far. Truly impressed. 👍💫

[@joanchaffinbawcom5722]

Very much enjoying this restoration. Came to the channel back in the early hoarder house videos. Stayed because I love Cole's tidy sole and his enormous energy to make it happen. Plus the farming videos are fascinating.

[@marjane4344]

I see the renovation of the 1st floor coming into minds eye view.

[@stumpy2816]

What an awesome job this has got to be. My hat is off to you fellas. The process of rebuilding will be awesome to watch. 👍👍

[@flight007keith2]

You three are inspirational! Well done!

[@graceandglory1948]

Happy Days! So glad Nave and the boys are in a safe place while all this mess is going on. Really looking forward to seeing the finished work.

[@bertieboatright1206]

Roman is a hoot . But such a hard worker and gosh what a thinker . Love the work all of you are doing . Hay the boss works pretty hard too

[@scottscaneh]

Love love love Roman not only is he a hard worker but he brings his sense of humour too

[@mdouglaswray]

I've done this kind of reno - WOW. You guys are beasts.

[@joedicamillo3225]

Coal, your project is amazing! Justin and Roman are amazing! Nave is amazing! We love your project, and it a blast to watch! Keep it up!

[@geofreypejsa54]

I love the story about the house and you and your family! Keep up the good work and I am sticking around for the corn and beans too!

[@cynthiaprofferi2527]

I have to say it is a pleasure watching you guys Cole when you said you guys would have fun. That's an understatement, lol

[@ClutterCamp]

I watch for new videos every day. I have a small channel and love your style. Love Nave’s channel. You have very cute kids. I’m so glad I found your channel. It’s excellent content. Done right. Enjoyable. Thank you. Many blessings to you and your family. ❤️

[@iLizard_King]

The open floor plan is going to be so good! I cant wait, its really going to look like a mansion !!!

[@Apittslife]

I know I am going to get some hate for this, But, You are no longer restoring Your Family's Old Home, You are doing a complete Interior Remodel / Rebuild.

[@greghamann2099]

No hate here. that is the truth.

[@lauramitchell6725]

Yes and by golly ,you’re the FIRST one who’s pointed that out,wow! Or wait,are you number 500?😖😵‍💫🙄

[@geraldinearneil2506]

Love the work ethic of all three workers. Start clean every day! Can’t wait for the finished product! 👍👍👍