This Renovation Will Bankrupt Us

[@flofudge8680]

Don’t bankrupt yourself. Make a plan to provide an income from parts of it. Moth ball parts. Rent parts. Start a school on restoration. Where people pay & learn on site. Wishing you all the best.

[@myriammoquin2684]

I would definitely join a school where i coild learn things hands on!!

[@ladylibertywdc8324]

Don't let it bankrupt you. Reduce the scope of the project to the best manageable plan: mentally, physically & financially. Preservations prioritize "zone out" & "mothball" parts of buildings safely to accomodate plans that may be 2 years, 3 years or 5 years. Phases are always put in writing so you can treat it as a working plan and see the progress. You know this stuff! That kitchen can be income-producing as you know. You have a following- consider setting up some building/preservation workshops for credit with colleges and trade schools. Good luck! Crack on!

[@RADIO-FREE-AMERICA]

🙏 Hopefully, he was kidding!

[@RADIO-FREE-AMERICA]

Great ideas this person has!

[@flowertree2732]

Great words of advice! Thanks 🙏 I can use also in my life!! ☮️ ❤

[@bevcrann2896]

Billy this would be a great idea. They do this in Canada and started to push this again. The trade industry was losing members due to retirement and less people entering a trade. You should talk to the Educational Dept. to see if something can be set up. Good Luck. Love your program. Bev

[@reladie]

Wow Billy look at the number of subscribers you have, it will double by summer.

[@lhmcd5538]

If everyone watches the ads all of the way through Billy will earn more money so watch the ads, like, subscribe and comment. Please when filming wear a mask. Your lungs will thank you.

[@torrerobb2238]

Billy, just an idea while you are doing the demolition, as as this will be a kitchen, now the space is opened up, did you consider taking out the bottom off the middle window so you can replace with doors to go out into the garden and have an alfresco dinning area maybe a a bar and a public entrance next to the kitchen area to create an up market restaurant or you could have a bar in one corner of the kitchen and use another window as a serving hatch. Not suggesting that you run the restaurant but maybe it would work as a commercial premises that you could rent out, could offer some interesting possibilities to complement the suites you are going to do maybe turn the refectory into for indoor dinning or conference room. Robb Torremolinos Spain

[@lisaakinlabi]

Love this idea!

[@amandajones1321]

It could be for weddings etc it would be lovely

[@france7678]

Ce serait magnifique!

[@ricahaurymn]

was kind of thinking the same idea as the kitchen is large enough to have an open kitchen and small dining area. With French doors opening up into the garden, could have exterior dining area that allows patrons to enjoy the solitude of an enclosed garden.

[@anitakrot7541]

I like the idea of opening up to the garden

[@ASMRkiddo]

Love how with the slow motion footage of demolition, together with the haunting music, it feels like a scene out of Gladiator! Nice work chaps!

[@chriseegee-man6918]

It was impressive

[@jsharik2466]

That’s my favorite part of the video!

[@tpike9482]

You really should have concentrated on renovating the apartments & the nuns' rooms (as motel rooms) so that you could have both active & passive income coming in. Tourists, travelers & even relatives of locals often need accommodations. These type of accommodations are especially desirable during holidays, as well as for area & local events such as festivals. It would also help with funding the larger projects of renovation. Renovation of the kitchen can also help provide income by leasing it out for any events held in the chapel or locally since it will have such a large prep area.

[@judygillespie3242]

I don't think people want to spend good money to stay were demolition and remodeling is in process 🤔 He will have plenty of time to rent out when its complete.

[@clairenapolitano6116]

It was a clickbait title. No need to take it so literally.

[@sueki007]

Great idea ! Even followers like us would enjoy staying there to enjoy the area and as a way to support the project

[@LeighIR]

Once done, that commercial kitchen space can be such a revenue maker! Not only events, but around here there are rules about home bakers with a small business who sell large amounts. They have to use a licensed commercial kitchen. People will rent a kitchen, like hair stylists rent a booth in a salon. It keeps the kitchen going and making money when an event isn't in progress. Good luck!

[@aimeed4523]

Ryan’s new nickname, “Best Dressed Demo Man”. Just love seeing the progress being made.

[@jdrew5367]

Billy was thinking of safety first!😂 I cannot wait to see the fireplace. The fireplace looks so much better without that funny square wall. Thank you Billy, Ryan, Sean, and Steve.

[@loretta3203]

Billy, please put on a mask for demo! Ryan too! Please learn from Sean and Steve. It’s looking amazing, but please take care of yourself. No bankruptcies either. Slow down the project if that’s what’s needed. ❤

[@jayreed7015]

The job is coming along well. Well done boys! I hope Rick is on the mend and will be back soon. 👍

[@susansouthern6704]

Wow Ryan with a sledge hammer!! Not just a pretty face eh? Love all you guys..I don't know why it's fun watching walls come down but it is.see you tmrw.

[@Pablodwnunda]

Been bankrupt twice. Lost everything and worst of all my wife and kids. I am but a shell of a man. Simple things in life should be cherished. Like waking up to my kids every morning or coming home to them in the evening. Such is life.

[@joak.vintage]

Keep up the good content and the check from KZbin should pay for it!

[@indiataylor1813]

I’d like to know how without a casting Director you ended up with such an attractive cast. Don’t get to see much of Gwendolyn, but she is beautiful as are the children. I’m quite fond of Mick. And the “extras” i.e. non-family are also worthy of a leading role! Never a dull moment and never an unattractive face or interesting personality. This is true Ryan and Michael’s KZbin channels as well. ❤

[@lindafrench8988]

The room is already beautiful, great proportions.

[@1lavishone]

I have often wondered how you are able to finance this project. I'm thoroughly impressed by the quality and scope of the work you do. I will definitely continue to "watch this space"!

[@kirsten4887]

You tube revenue

[@kenwest6576]

I've read that billy's wife inherited the 💰from her mum.

[@kirsten4887]

@@kenwest6576 true. But if you keep spending it, it will soon dry up. No doubt they are clever business people and good luck to them. It’s very unfortunate that both Gwen’s parents died given how young both Billy and Gwen are. I think that Gwen is a very generous person by allowing Billy’s family to live with them

[@choochalah]

@@kenwest6576 yep. so don't let the grift get you.

[@seaglass777]

LOVE the reveal of the fireplace! you men are all doing incredible work!!!!

[@danoclesart]

This kitchen would make for an awesome restaurant/cafe location.

[@kimhaughton3771]

My Dad used to wear his hard hat everywhere! It was orange and quite a bit larger. He would wear it tilted to one side. When he retired and started wearing baseball caps it was a bit hard to get used to. How did he wear his baseball caps? Tilted to one side of course. Haha 😂

[@xK9000x]

I love the progress and seeing all that you've done to restore this Convent. I'm an architect in Kentucky, and I know its an international restaurant, but it was a little surreal to see you with a KFC bag for lunch haha

[@kimpulsipher647]

Love KFC

[@nickoge]

When I worked overseas in Indonesia, we used to get KFC on occasion. It was a lot better than it is in the US.

[@helgamcmullen9362]

My dad used to swing a sledge like Steve. He built a very large fireplace in our home made out of field rock, and split every Rock by hand so that you could see the beautiful interior of the Rock. You guys are doing a great job good on you.

[@chantillyviolin]

I love your daily videos so much. It's been growing on me until I don't feel my day is complete without checking in with you all. The moment the bricks fell away from that beautiful fireplace corner today was exciting! Cannot wait to see the rest of it! Carry on!

[@shirleystarling7300]

Buying a place that needs that much work without a plan was always a bit foolhardy. I’m sure we would all love to know if you have a game plan now. Good luck with all you do.❤

[@kathy7718]

The wood that is already exposed is amazing! The stone on the fireplace sounds exciting, can’t wait!

[@joysmith8142]

Thanks!

[@heatherbryant5596]

Then you need to finish up other projects and going back to kitchen maybe 🤔 or just a thought to pounder

[@tinycotswoldcottage]

The sunlight coming through the windows and going across the floor when you got back from lunch was exquisite ❤️

[@diannechapman5856]

The kitchen is opening up nicely; so much light, and looking clean.

[@CarolStJohn-oz3oc]

I’ll say it again, Steve is a beast with a sledgehammer!

[@dianayanda1411]

Billy, wear a mask!!! You too Ryan..Fireplace looks amazing..

[@HazelAndrewsAcupuncture]

I can see that kitchen being a good kitchen / dining / chilling area. You could go for a rustic / industrial look with original beams, cast iron columns and free standing rustic kitchen units make from reclaimed wood or scaffold planks. :) :) :)

[@brendadickenson6743]

Billy it just shows you” work hard” with that hat on! Safety first always!🥳

[@meganhall1306]

The fireplace will be gorgeous when it’s finished 👏👏💕💕xxx

[@marytaylor9185]

Oh my! The work gone into the filming and selection of background music. The slow motion is beautiful. Watching the dust filtering out the windows is a beautiful sight!

[@barbaramullins4900]

Well done ,even Ryan got in some swings! Can't wait to see the video every day. Keep cracking! Barb from Gettysburg Pa

[@assassinlexx1993]

When you use that new skil saw on concrete etc you hook up the water line. But if no water line. Take a 5 gallon bucket and drive a nail near the bottom. With the nail in place . Fill the bucket with water. Then when you are cutting pull the nail out so the water cools the blade and keeps the dust down.

[@wisterialane11]

I always enjoy your videos. I am really enjoying this kitchen series. Really looking forward to seeing the fireplace revealed. Crack on!!

[@Pete-nl8ok]

I really like that you are revealing the original building with the stonework and massive fireplaces.

[@theShamrockShepherdWagon]

I had no idea Ryan was such a beast with that sledge! Also seeing how easy it is to visualize with the demo opening the room up now - my secret hope is that you'll give us a full window instead of that half one when you're done. :)

[@melissaallen4796]

Wow. Another amazing day. Congrats on the progress and glad Thor, Ryan and Sean were there to help. Just a thought: maybe start a "buy me a cup of coffee" fund and that way viewers can donate for either the pub on Friday or help wherever. Until tomorrow ....

[@coho99]

Billy, at our tunnelling project site, we use a label printer to put our names / nicknames on our hard hats! Maybe something you could have a little fun with. We also put stickers on them. Great place for advertising!

[@ionstepanek]

We make a lot of hard hat stickers for construction and hvac companies. Some are very funny- one of my favorite is - to avoid injury don’t tell me how to do my job.

[@angelahoddinott6998]

As a thought, you could set up a catering type kitchen where you rent the kitchen and prep areas for culinary courses, and I would set up a small relaxation / eating / breakfast nook area around the fireplace. The large dining hall area would be wonderful for receptions, and with the kitchen so close to it that would work perfect. Then, with access to the garden from both of these areas, outdoor receptions / garden parties / celebration photography, it would be a wonderful venue. Eventually, as renovations progress, you could have a couple of bridal / family suites to round out the experience. Having the chapel on site could make it an all encompassing venue for weddings, celebrations, educational workshops, artistic workshops. The library / archive attached to the chapel would be perfect for historical / genealogical research, and historical tours of the convent and gardens could bring in tourists. I could go on. I think the possibilities for this beautiful building are endless! definably do up a phased plan for the renovations so you don't bankrupt yourself, or burn out.

[@suzannestubbins]

You walked into the store wearing your work helmet had me LOL. You've become quite comfortable wearing it have you? Really, the kitchen is coming along quite nicely, very exciting 😀

[@MSSC73]

Once the ceiling is down, fireplace open and the sandblasting is done, that space will be awesome...even without being complete. Glad you decided to clean the fireplace too. What about the windows? Add one or two more? Extend? And no sinks blocking windows! You will need 2 or 3 sinks there too. If you put in a chefs table, perhaps a small bar sink close to it for simple rinsing and handwashing would be a nice touch. Got to have a massive prep area w a sink to do it justice then a general washing area. When you get the plans based on your mapping, it would be nice to see how they overlay on the existing space, if you can show us.

[@MrMousiee]

11:00 "just come off in me 'and" HAHA, Loved that! Whole thing'll have to be redone! Haha.

[@madonnadillon5545]

Wow..all out , getting it done...love how you and Shawn now start and finish the video,showing respect for his hard work.. where's Rick...lol.. your eye candy...nice to see Ryan working along side you all as well ..sending love 💞🇨🇦👍😊

[@neilthehermit4655]

As others have commented, lease the kitchen out to small catering businesses or even cooking tutors or schools. - A large area/kitchen for teaching is hard to find or fund for a smaller business,equipment is about half the cost in relation to the fixtures you will need in space. Example say it costs 10,000 for stoves,work areas,fridge,freezers etc.. then knives,pans,mixers,and so on will run to about 5,000. - If you have the larger items in place,then a school or tutor can have more money to spend on smaller equipment and you rent. - Also please check the various different insurance and legal permits/requirements that local and national authorities may need.

[@mariahoulihan9483]

reminds me, slightly lol, of when I single handedly demolished and took away my shed. I was stick of people promising to do it then not turning up. I bought two crow bars and set too. took me ages as I am not that well.. few years ago.. but bit by bit I DID IT.

[@Lasertrac]

Be still my heart. Ryan getting all butch and swinging a sledge hammer. DAMN

[@paulabuffler8541]

I have never seen such hardworking people. It so wonderful to watch the pride and the excellent quality of all of you. Well do e to you all. Love watching all these renovations and the end result. I like the idea of bringing more a connection between the outside and kitchen.. doors all around..

[@siameseire]

That beautiful fireplace coming back into its full Beauty. Great Job, everyone.

[@noraluisedonnelly]

Lovely proportions, it's going to be stunning

[@kristamoyer2975]

The ambient light of the room is much improved with the walls gone.

[@sallycarpenter1584]

Thanks Billy and the gang,imust say Steve is a grafter as well as the rest of the gang,cant wait to see that fire place back to its original state.

[@ursulatevis5146]

The excitement builds as the fireplace is going to reveal itself!!! The room is fantastic. So, big and the light coming in!!! Well done!!!!

[@cheryljenkins8808]

We watch you everyday here in the United States of America. Love the 🎶 You are an inspiration for all of us that are renovating our old houses too.

[@Rollo-r2m]

Steve is the gladiator! Glad those walls are down. Will be a very grand space.

[@billgolcher2537]

That work looks easy but I know all too well demo work is very exhausting great job everyone

[@barbarap6851]

You all are so fast! Amazing work...can't wait to see what is behind the plaster above the fireplace!

[@LABdk]

So EXCITED! The beams and the fireplace cleaned and blasted!! I grew up in a Vermont, late 1800’s Victorian and all your renovations are bringing back the memories and joy of rediscovering the past. I’ll stay tuned, haven’t missed an episode of your in months.

[@lindabryant4292]

I am chomping at the bit to see the rest of the fireplace. I think Ryan must have been paying attention when he was filming Steve, he too managed to take that hammer and trashed that brick. I totally cracked up at you having KFC for lunch, lol. Its everywhere.

[@peggyfield2203]

Prehaps doing a few apartments first to get some money coming in. Might have been best. Anyhow good luck on what you are planning. Xx

[@gmakoch3260]

It seems the floors are barely scared by the wall demolishion. Very nice!

[@carolwhite6979]

that fireplace will be spectacular! looking forward to seeing it! ❤️🇨🇦❤️

[@hyperlightdragon]

If you're having issues with knocking stuff down via sledge hammering, imagine that your actual target is *beyond* what you're trying to sledge. This is considered 'follow through', and is also a major component to effective martial arts. :3

[@florentinalily]

I had to have a chuckle when you said (with some surprise) - that Martin the sand blaster... was coming! I know the sentiment exactly. We live in the Ariege and it's a constant surprise not only when someone says they will be coming... but when they actually turn up! 😅

[@nyqer6636]

Even now the exposed fireplace looks stunning Ryan heave Ho on the sledgehammer Oh and you’re turning into proper builders with the constant innuendo 😂😂😂 Love it Cheers again

[@lizstevenson7801]

Amazing job, so well done guys. The fireplace is looking good and can't wait to see the stonework above it. Thank you 💕🇦🇺

[@mollytorra9949]

That massive space really is beautiful. The light coming in is glorious. Billy, admit it now: you see a restaurant going in there, don't you? What a gorgeous open kitchen and chic dining room that would make. All you would need when the remodeling is done is a top chef and some great assistants for him or her. Worried about the fact it's not near an urban center? There have been other places that became top culinary destinations despite being remote.

[@sheilasmyth5874]

So true. Esp in France!

[@markh3271]

Product Placement! It might behoove you to contact some of the major tool companies and see if they are willing to donate/give to you their products. Show them your videos and maybe they will see that it might be in their best interests. With all most a quarter million subscribers it would be worth their donating tools, which they can write off as advertisement.

[@JustinBellingerTV]

Only Billy could mention extracting his shaft on video! 🙂 Great, hard work; the videos get better and better each episode.

[@annaibarra3447]

This was a funny vlog! Loads of laughs!

[@davidstokes8441]

I've done a bit of wall knocking - and it always amazes me how a block, with just the minimal holding it can take 3 men and God knows how many calories to shift the jolly thing.. It's hard work. Love your work Billy.

[@kariannecrysler640]

Ryan with a sledgehammer was good. Steve is just a powerhouse on the deconstruction & also blushes sweetly. Can’t wait to watch the stone emerge from the plaster.❤

[@mannyortiz4814]

Billy, Ryan,Sean, and Steve. Beautiful job on the last remaining stone wall and smoke flute. Ryan showed some muscles. See ya tomorrow. Take care and stay safe 🍺🍺🍺🍺🌹❤️👍😇🌞🙏🎈🕊🇺🇸🌈

[@suemccoy7533]

Watching your videos has become very addicting for me. Crack On Fellas, your doing a fabulous job.

[@jakeg1421]

Boozing on a school night very naughty boys! Sean, Steve and Rob just get on with, bloody AWSOME workforce Billy! 🤣🤣🤣👍👍👍👊👊👊

[@HiddenOaksFarm]

I eagerly wait each day to follow along. Growing up my parents renovated an old house. Behind the lathe and plaster was corncobs and lime. It was awful stuff to deal with

[@amberrichardson5976]

Billy you should wear a mask so you not breathing all that dust! Stay well as we enjoy your videos!!

[@deniseblackman5229]

Fireplace a,ready looks better. Can’t wait to see it with the plaster gone. Good job men!

[@ShipCreek]

What a lovely surprise to see the stone corbels on the fire place😁👍🏻

[@MsBrowntoad]

Steve is a Beast when it comes to demolition!

[@brendadickenson6743]

😁😁 12:46 glad to see it come along really well! Encouragement 👍👍

[@pNo415]

You are going to have the most gorgeous kitchen in all of 🇫🇷. Well done!😊

[@christopherforder8966]

You lads look like your having far too much fun. Such great banter!!

[@Jarfm]

Yay! on the fireplace … looks great, can’t wait to see the stone underneath that terrible looking plaster.

[@monalingan9523]

An incredible amount of work! Love watching the progress. 😊

[@terricollins8450]

Loving all the banter ,Steve is a machine!

[@GrannyV29]

Very nice tools. That expense will benefit you for many projects and years to come.

[@jack-mu7ks]

Love watching these....if I could live there I would love helping with this!!!!

[@katharinatrub1338]

My Gosh these walls where build solid!!!! Now that I see the whole room without the walls (you took down) I must sayId looks great! You had THEe Vision' of how it would look, and it looks Great! What a beautiful space this has become!

[@ronimiller1875]

This is such a massive project! And you all make such good progress everyday that it makes it so fun to watch! Thanks for sharing!

[@PipPop2]

I love watching you guys. You are all so optimistic. I love a good project, and it seems like you guys do too.

[@chalkncheeseneeds723]

Work on a section at a time. Get the kitchen up and running along with main workshop type rooms which can be hired out to generate income. Post plans for the different areas in the rooms available to hire with a place donations can be made to. The roof should also be a priority where's it's leaking even if you need a roofer to climb over the roofs rather than a cherry picker

[@lisaakinlabi]

You have useable space to make income while renovating and that is the courtyard. You can host a market there and charge per vendor. As you go forward, every space you complete you can add it to useable space to rent out. Every penny counts so bankruptcy is not in your vocabulary.

[@janbullock342]

I look forward to your videos every day! Your demolition progress is amazing to say the least. I look forward to seeing the fireplace completely revealed because I know it will be a beautiful sight just as your office window was. Keep up the great work and stay safe!

[@tuberdave1]

That fireplace is looking great already!

[@kimesser2318]

That fireplace is gorgeous

[@Justpetrablog]

Obviously the extractor shaft was hideous, BUT what is your plan for air ventilation? Commercial kitchens require quite a big equipment especially when you have timber ceiling. Otherwise exciting stuff 😎

[@dorothystorry1733]

With as much work you have done and will do in the future… the new tools will certainly be used. Well worth the $!