The Last Major Repair - Salvaged Mobile Home Rebuild

[@thomasmorse6692]

Man, removing that window was butyl, but you stuck to it and got it done. It's a good thing you sawed what was coming.

[@diyfferent]

And it wasn't too much of a pane. 😁

[@elizabethbertsch3066]

😂😂

[@alicet8791]

Clearly

[@jacquicoder7160]

That is all some great word play. I can see it all clearly now.

[@ethelryan257]

I'd say their repair went smooth as glass.

[@RivkaKohen]

You don’t need to explain your decisions, it’s your house and you are the bosses. The haters out there have nothing else to do but complain about others. You are doing a great job. Redoing things is sometimes necessary if you want to do a good job. I admire the way you and your family work. Belle’s creations with wood are pretty cool. Imagine what she could do with screws and nails. Have a great day.

[@diyfferent]

Thanks!

[@letttttttssssss_gooooooo]

...but explain away so we understand not to do the same thing. Lol

[@fijid8976]

Hi Doug and Ashley. Firstly, how cool was Belles' table!👏💓. She is gifted! Great job on fixing the rot. You guys dont have to explain yourselves to anyone. Thank you for sharing another wonderful video. Keep safe, and God bless your beautiful family always ❤️ 😊

[@janhunt6214]

You don’t owe anyone an explanation! BUT I’m glad you do because it’s always a great learning experience! Yay! Thank you!

[@sarahhayden6497]

I guess I have a different perspective. I think the reason he explains what he’s doing and why is just so we will know what he’s doing and why. I’ve never remodeled a trailer before so his explanations are very helpful to me.

[@joianne7511]

The work that you guys do is never overkill You do it right the first time around you make the homes structurally secure and that is a wonderful thing in anyone that’s putting a home together. I love that you go above and beyond when it comes to your homes. I would definitely pick you for my contractor. You guys do wonderful work. You have a family with lots of talent. ❤❤❤❤

[@Reese-Dancer]

"This is my opportunity to do it right." Says everything about the quality of your work. You guys have had so many opportunities to just leave something that would probably still be ok, but you take the time to fix it anyway. Getting excited for the "put it back together" phase!

[@TheTlangdon]

PLEASE VIEW, LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE. THANK YOU! Support this family’s channel.

[@debbymiller8828]

This extra effort is why I am subscribed to your channel.

[@diyfferent]

And we appreciate that you are here with us!

[@karenphillips6801]

Yes , Doug, I can believe you're going to take out the window. WHY? Because you do it right!

[@EastRiverHomestead]

It really is about what makes you happy. It is your channel. It is your life.

[@kimc5048]

After watchin you guys for 5 yrs I'd buy anyone of the houses you have renelivated, never mind the decor , I'd know the structer was done properly and would last a long time

[@MsLindaVoss]

Thank you for sharing your videos with us. You guys are so humble that's one thing that I love about your family. Keep up the good work. Linda

[@TheElectronMan]

I feel like this project is that ink spot that try you to clean off and it just gets bigger at some point you going to have to just realize it's an old Mobile Home and it's never going to be perfect.. You have already made it a 100 times better than it was and in some ways better than when it was constructed new... Keep up the great work...

[@beetrue473]

It's so nice to hear Ashley laugh. Who knows Belle might become a famous furniture designer 😊

[@2crazyinalabama]

Much better to 'do the job right' now than to half do it and possibly have problems later. I wouldn't call anything you are doing on the mobile home rebuild as overkill. You've just making the home into some place that will be sturdier and safer. I love Belle's building projects! Take care, Patricia

[@kerrylynnparsons7879]

I think it was a SMART idea to fix that area!!! Great for the longterm!!! 🥰🎶❤️🎶🙏🙏🙏🏡🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@jesusisGod1434]

So satisfying to have the speed up clean up! Wish it was that fast in real life! ❤

[@ozziestrom9793]

We contracted a job to replace a bay window similar to what you have by framing the opening for a picture window and two operable single-hung windows, the same height off the floor as the other windows. There really wasn't that much labor. The windows were white a standard size purchased from a mobile home dealer. The job turned out nice with the stained inside trim. Just a thought. You're doing a great job.

[@franshaddox3263]

Suggestion. Before you close in the walls sprinkle borax or any other roach killer in walls. Won’t ever have to worry about bugs in house.

[@stanfordwhite]

Tell Belle her table was AWESOME!!! Please make sure to showcase more of her work!!!

[@pattycarosi9618]

Great job Doug and Ashley! Belle I liked your table. Looking forward to seeing more. Missed that Bye Maverick! 😊 Have a great weekend. 🙏♥️🌴

[@debbiedownerdkm1406]

You dont need to apologize or explain anything to anyone when you're doing the right thing. Plus you feel better for doing it. Your work ethics are unmatchable!!!

[@carolamcknight7075]

I would buy a house from you guys in a heartbeat because everything is done the correct way 😊😊😊😊😊😊🥰🥰🌸🌺🦕🦖

[@ebony5766]

If that is the only "redo" you have with this project, it is a blessing. With this remodel, you are demonstrating so many techniques, so much information about structures and load bearing walls and trusses. What a amazing series for anyone contemplating a deep dive remodel.

[@waterlooboy]

Good video kids! I’m glad you fixed the rotted wood! Will be happy to see what you do on the outside!

[@sharonsardeson7992]

Yay... Another great video to watch with my morning coffee! It's coming along nicely. The peace of mind you get from doing the rework is totally worth it. Any time you can make the mobile home stronger is a good thing and you won't be sorry. ❤

[@karenjackson8956]

That is so much better. You are both smart for doing the exterior before the heat hits.

[@anniehawkins6321]

The job of taking out the window was extra work but it will make a big difference in structure and I feel like y’all do , it’s always worth it . Great job!

[@davesimmons1784]

I renovated a home that was 120 years old. It always seemed like there was no end. Something unexpected always seemed to come up. It’s just the nature of renovation. You have the skeleton of the home opened up. Now is the time to fix it all the correct way! Have a fantastic weekend!!

[@carmenmariacortesmarin2664]

It has to be fulfilling to be able to do changes in the house without having to consult someone else, like most people have to do because we are not building our home. That's a blessing even when it requires more work.

[@pattybishop8016]

Even though it’s aggravating to you to have to redo this, it’s better now than later. Later would mean more time, expense and more aggravation. You’re doing it right, Doug!

[@therealcraigsutton2740]

Sometimes you have to go back a few steps to get back on track. Great job Mr Doug & Ms Ashley!!

[@donnalemmond5603]

You can’t see or catch everything all the time!!! Things happen … so glad you caught it at this stage and was able to fix the issue !! Awesome as always!!

[@glorialeach7301]

Love your videos!! Belle, I hung out at my Dad’s builds when I was your age. We owned 40 acres. My Dad came home for lunch everyday. When he would hire out the electrical work he would tell me when they were done and I would come to the job site and pick up all the ‘coins’ the electrician would punch out of the metal boxes. They became my ‘play’ money. It is a treasure I so enjoy remembering. 🥰

[@julieofidaho]

Nice work on the building and the videography. Belle and Maverick are happy campers. The family that works and plays together stays together.

[@shirleyquezada5864]

Great video! Love Belle’s furniture skills 😂 great clean up music 👍🏻🧹

[@dhoward5757]

Do it right buddy, that's the only way to avoid doing it again. Thanks again 🌱

[@joannashworth2396]

Oh! The kids building the jigsaw puzzle table and chair are a hoot! Sweet family you have.

[@bethlutz7076]

Looks so much better. Thinking back to the first walk through the trailer my gosh. The filth, the smell, the mess, and all the trash oh my goodness. You all the hard work you all are putting into this place is going to be so worth it. It looks fresh and clean and just so much stronger already. Amazing work and I am thankful you guys are sharing this project with us. Love you guys.

[@ZmarleneZ]

someday when you are finished with the mobile home you can sit back and look around with the x-ray vision of your memory and be very proud of doing the best job on this project and making it better than it was when it came out of the factory. you guys are awesome and i appreciate your hard work.

[@annm6941]

Looks really good great job. 🥰👍✅

[@ndlz1]

You always must be fulfilled with a job done to your comfort level. I admire your integrity to fixing things fully, not half donkeyed!🤭

[@annbolynn7797]

Always "fixed the right way" Doug. I never expect any less from you. Always the best you can do. Everyone should do as much.

[@cindyrasmussen2534]

I am glad you caught the rot before you got too far in the job even if you had to redo 😊

[@lquick6]

I LOVE that you don’t take shortcuts, you have standards. It’s a real life scenario that you are working with. Going back and doing it the right way is a really good lesson. You don’t settle. Thank you 🎉

[@PeppermintPJ90025]

Belle's little table and her subsequent demolition of it was kind of like a metaphor for the whole mobile home project. 😄

[@teafrog777]

You and I know that if you don’t now while it’s easier to do. It will be a bigger cost and take more time to redo. Smart to see the problem now than later. You folks are doing an awesome job. I love it !!!

[@judyzwemke9305]

Thanks for the comic relief. It is good to have a laugh everyday! 😅

[@goldiegolden2254]

This mobile home will be better than a new one when you finish.

[@rbirkheimer59]

You had to fix it, you would drive yourself crazy if you didn't. Now you can sleep!!! God Bless. Love, Granny

[@fritzprints7182]

I was planning to request more furniture projects by Belle!! Very good 👍

[@davidbridges8402]

I would definitely buy a home that you guy’s rebuilt. Quality is everything.God bless

[@sheryldougherty282]

I enjoy watching you redoing this home. Loved Belles table. Just as nice as her chair.

[@Joans20thCentury]

I can believe you are taking the window out, you are a perfectionist in your work.

[@gshooty55]

Doug you are the “King of Kordless” (tools). Lol! You can never go wrong doing something right. You did not over think or over do it, you just did it correctly and wasn’t lazy about it.

[@annateague2354]

Working in a clean area makes the job much easier , Ashley does a great job pick up and keeping the area clean.

[@kerrylynnparsons7879]

You folks are great at keeping your workspace clean!!! 🥰🎶❤️🎶🙏🙏🙏🏡🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@TheTlangdon]

Pride in workmanship!

[@xzytqweo3538]

You will feel better about the mobile home now after repairing that top plate and replacing those 2 x 3 studs. It's your place, do what you want. Don't worry about what others think.

[@DLRyoung]

Better safe than sorry! Well done 👍 God Bless

[@heartslessons6243]

Well, you made the right decision,to do it now instead of later. 😊

[@pamd4068]

Great job per usual. Love how Belle makes those collapsible house items, tables and chairs. So funny. She's so good at it. Look forward to the next video❤

[@jacquicoder7160]

I am no judge of overkill - I've probably been accused of that myself a few times. But I think you were very wise in your decision to make things a little better while you had the opportunity. We can all hope that you are done with the rot but I think we have been around long enough to know that might not be the case. Great clean-up once more; that blower makes the job so much faster and easier.

[@Azoreanislandgirl64]

It's perfection in my book. All that you do is amazing work. Have a blessed day and weekend.

[@Dave_1966]

Good job Doug, I think if I had that place I would be tempted to replace the bay window either with a sliding patio door or French doors with fixed panes either side and a wraparound deck outside 😊 I’m looking forward to seeing your layout of the inside 😊❤

[@Aiko2-26-9]

Oh, no. I love that bay window. It's such a nice visual feature. But to each their own. I look forward to seeing what Doug and Ashley do.

[@anitamiller5913]

You are both doing a fantastic job. Sometimes you have to backtrack so you know in your heart you made the best decision. Even if you're making more work for yourself. Doug I know you would've never been satisfied if you hadn't. You're kids are awesome. Belle is the Jenga champ for the week. 😅

[@ourmobilehomemakeover662]

Poor Doug. He’s tryin so hard not to tear down the whole thing and rebuild it from scratch to his high standards. But he can only stand so much patching before he just has to make it right. 😊

[@kellysmith948]

Belles table is cute. I love watching you all it inspires me. I am remodel my sewing room wish me luck

[@lorimahan2116]

What you are doing, even if it seems like a lot of work, will only benefit you in the future. I personally think it's great. ❤

[@Lost2LagShorts]

agreed

[@Alberto-VO5]

Doug, you are doing the right thing to fix now and doing right. Q ?. What state do you live in? Big hugs to your beautiful family ❤❤

[@diyfferent]

Thank you! We are in Florida.

[@Alberto-VO5]

Thank you for answering my question 🙏

[@grandmasewhappyhomestead187]

Doug and Ashley, I think you're doing a fantastic job. And you know it's good. You're doing it now and not thinking about it later. And wishing you would have done it. No judgment here. I am thinking you are doing fantastic. It's looking great. You are bringing so much new life to that home. I look forward to every video you make. I don't always comment on everyone but I haven't missed one yet. I am learning so much through your rebuild, I lived in a mobile home much like this many years ago. When I lived in my mobile home many years ago that was the first home I had owned. Now I'm in a regular house. And your video is bringing back sweet memory of my home years ago. I had a big window in the front in my kitchen of my mobile home. The only thing is there was a counter, so it wasn't a full window. I was kind of wondering if you were gonna fill in the bottom partof that big kitchen windowas much as it's nice for light but it's also the bottom being filled in is nice for privacy. My mom has full windows like that. And she puts a curtain across the bottom. I am excited to see all the steps ahead how you are transforming this home. You and Ashley Belle and Maverick, you are a great team. Your children are amazing. I think you and Ashley should be very proud.❤ Much love from Minnesota. Like someone said in the comment I would buy a Home from you in a heartbeat, the detail the awareness and the quality you do in the care you give to your projects.

[@MarshaChalupa]

I love Ashley’s laugh. Can’t help laughing along with her. Of course with Doug being so entertaining there’s a lot to chuckle about.

[@reginaashley1582]

I love watching the progress on this home but at the same time I don’t want to see it come to an end!

[@nimabevis4509]

I'm sorry you had to redo. That's not a good feeling. But now that it's behind you, and you can feel better about the job-- hooray! I'm really looking forward to the tidying up of the outside. I bet your neighbors are already appreciating how much better the home is looking! Keep up the good work, you guys. I'll be right here watching every step of the way! ❤

[@kimglass8371]

I would not want to rip out work I just did! But that's why you do such good work and have a YT channel and I don't! 😁

[@juliaharper7526]

Bell has got to be the best Jenga player

[@sharoncochran8508]

I'm always impressed with your dedication to do the best job possible.

[@cathybrewer8958]

It looks so much better but will make you both feel better knowing the rot isn't there anymore. Your a professional at wood working. Great job.

[@ltsplace3301]

Lookin good! Getting closer and closer to rebuild!! Then the REAL fun begins!! Love y’all! 😊

[@dianemurphy2840]

You guys take such pride in your work. God Bless

[@suearblaster7355]

I love Bell's building. Doug you are doing an amazing job and I M learning so much from you. You do a great job explaining things.

[@beckypage6041]

I like your attitude. If you’re going to do something,you might as will try to do it right. Take care and have a great weekend!

[@SqueakyBarbarian]

I can't believe how much better this place is already looking. I have never seen the inside of walls in a mobile home. I am both horrified and intrigued. Love the work you are doing

[@tracybromage-spencer1882]

"...and because i dont have enough to do..." Lol. I am so enjoying this series. And also a clean work area helps with keeping focused on task at hand.

[@solaroc501]

Beautiful job! What a special team you guys are. You are my favorite channel.

[@jeanniealford4234]

Building and rebuilding for safety and best results, you are a champion.

[@lainaanial]

Good job you did the right thing. It would alway have been in the back of your mind if you hadn’t.

[@marktelin7259]

I believe what you are doing is amazing😊 I can't wait to see the lay-out. Bell should use screws to build furniture😅 Love the videos.😊

[@Mari-B]

Yes, I am a perfectionist, so I agree it's best to repair the bad wood. You all do needed work. You all want it to be a lasting home.👍🏼

[@candycooper6275]

I'm glad the ladder didn't come out from under him when stepping up into the window. Phew!

[@deannaoverstreet4146]

Thank you for sharing! Great job Bell! You’re so talented! Hey Maverick!

[@Hosty_Tim]

Goooooood morning. Don't worry about the naysayers. You are doing a fantastic job AND doing the way you want 👍

[@diyfferent]

Thank you.

[@davidgarner8990]

Good call taking care of the “ what could cause problems down the road “ issue. Whatever became of the car redo ????…….as I have said before, Ashley is a great help and is your best helper for sure, great job Ashley !!!!!, love your channel and have been with you since Indiana Mobile home……… take care, stay well……… proverbs 3:5&6

[@diyfferent]

No new updates to share with the car. We'll get back to that project at the right time. :)

[@realratings4655]

Looks fantastic, great job!! We're inspired by you guys every video!

[@janicecorum4293]

Morning from Sparta, NC😊. I don't think it's overkill at all! This is why I enjoy watching your channel; you make sure everything is done the best it can be!! Lol...I love how Belle is building "Lego" style items🤗. Everything looks great...good job!

[@marymisdom3955]

When my auto mechanic explains in detail what the thunkaclunk noise was, I always say ooooh, I see. But I don't.😳 Sometimes I can't truly follow your explanations but I'm here going oooh, unhuh, I see. 😊 . I just know that my mechanic knows, and you know what you're doing 😁. Somehow the inside of the trailer seems to be getting bigger! It must be that you've stream lined it and made it so clean.

[@talltrucker2682]

Stronger.. better….more work… but when the job is complete, you can have peace of mind knowing wall is 💯. Great job and video as always.

[@drethawelch2525]

Bella is going to be a furniture designer. How great she can design from scrap lumber, Give that girl some screws! Great job Bella.

[@paulawilliams7030]

Always entertaining watching Doug rehab his projects.

[@americawaters4257]

Belle, we have a big version of Jenga at work that someone made from scrap wood like you are building with. Might be fun to try. The mobile home already looks like a completely different place. So amazing!! Leave a thumbs up everyone!

[@cindydimery708]

I think it looks better and it was necessary. 🤩You do such great work. 💪👷Nice video ending trick. ☺️👏🏼 Doug watch where you step 😂

[@ireneromero5326]

It's better to take care of the issues before you continue! Great job 👏 😊