This Was HIDDEN And DANGEROUS! Uncovering The Truth About The First Floor

[@juce5032]

Mate get your support jacks under those joists before you start working on a floor held up by fresh air...

[@jlotoo850]

Yes, Ryan. That floor could fall out from under you at any time. Support those beams right away!

[@RadarcoreTX]

Totally agree. You don't want it to hive way while you are on it.

[@TallieBear]

Ryan will need to rebuild but you can't do much with a jackknife and duct tape.

[@jennifercampbell7698]

Yes, my exact thought! 😱 Especially with Ryan standing on the floor joists as he’s ripping up the floor! 🙄

[@Joey-h5o]

That floor must be held up by fairy dust and happy thoughts.

[@eugenius1192]

The only thing holding that floor up is the force of habit.

[@ladiswest2245]

Best time for repairs is during renovation. One saving grace is that the floor was wood boards - not mud over packed mud. Love your optimism . One day you’ll relax in your perfect home in rural France and think “I did this myself.” Bon chance Ryan. Sending you lots of encouragement.

[@tambramccauley2132]

glad to see you're wearing your safety gear Billy gave you it's a little scary to know that the walls in your home are so flimsy you can pull them down with your bare hands so sorry about the floor, but totally to be expected given the overall condition of the building well done, Ryan

[@maj6190]

Heartening to see you clean as you go. Billy will be proud.

[@RickFlood]

The gift that keeps on giving. Keep an eye on what actually supports the walls vertically when you're removing flooring and joists.

[@maryd6745]

Yea, I kept hoping the side walls wouldn't cave in when he took out 2 (or was it 3) floors. Amazing about those other walls he removed that were so thin - crazy, but at least you know they weren't structural, I guess.

[@MsTjules]

To think when you walked in this home for the first time that it was on floors that were very dangerous. All that hard work you have done here, and it sure has been a total can of worms. I like that you keep at it, disappointment one after the other has to be hard yet you laugh, smile, and joke around with such a light hearted positive way of being. I commend you for your courage, strength, and dedication to walk out of your comfort zone, and do something totally new to you with such conviction! There has been literally a house full of garbage to take to the dump and yet you have worked at it as steady as anyone could under the circumstances. Your showing people how to have courage to try new things and also by sticking to the job at hand! Decisions like these renovations are not easy or cheap and I think your doing great keep up the great work Ryan!! Thanks for sharing your journey with us all!

[@johnair1]

The house is worth renovating, and I am happy he took the quest upon himself. It will be a rough, bumpy and long way, but at the end a great reward awaits. Please keep doing and just focus on the process and not the end result Day by day, best wishes from Hamburg, Germany Mate!

[@SlavicCoffee]

Wow.. that’s extremely dangerous, glad that you discovered it before you renovated or anything in that area

[@jenilocke8255]

Love the helmet! You are doing the right thing, taking the house down to its bones will pay off in the long run, it will mean you know it's safe and that any work you do will last and not have to be fixed later. Keep on keeping on👍🤗

[@barneygoddard6421]

Definitely agree

[@craftycalley]

That was very hard work today, Ryan. Will be interesting to see you doing this floor. I’m sure you learned a lot from the last one. Very wise to sort it out.

[@HensOnly]

I'm impressed! Oh yes, you can do it in installments and make a go of it. If the guys can come out and spend a weekend building your floors and walls, they will have it all done very quickly!

[@lindabryant4292]

I have never seen you so driven before. This is good. Keep it up! That little lady is good for you. 🧡

[@stephjezo6470]

Oh she is, she seemed very sweet and patient when she was in some of his videos. She is more reserved and I very much appreciate them wanting to keep most things private, but she really did seem wonderful and Ryan has taken good care of her from the start. I wish them all the happiness in the world. (I am selfishly hoping they may have kids some day because Ryan would be an awesome dad and she a wonderful mother and the kids would be SO dang cute! 😍)

[@Black_CatHouse]

WOW...great job with those floor boards!!! 💚

[@rocketglobalinvesting5013]

Way to kick that floors arse, Ryan. Hard work but you've got this, just keep swimming. The best way to learn is to jump in and do it.

[@rupertmiller9690]

Thoughts and prayers have more structural integrity than that floor.

[@karenchesser6348]

I agree, take all the flooring and beams out and start from scratch, except of course what you have already replaced. At least that way you know you will have a good solid foundation under you when it is all put back. Good luck but be careful. Making great progress.

[@danielintheantipodes6741]

I think it is so sensible to fix them now. Imagine getting the house perfected and then the floor collapsing because the basic work was not done! Give yourself an extra star! Thank you for the video! Epic as always!

[@merrileeheard3889]

Sadly, it's not a big surprise! But you can fix it! It's going to be a lot of work!! You've learned so much since you bought the place and I KNOW you can turn it into a beautiful home!❤❤

[@SoniaWhitton-bv6xl]

Replacing all the beams now, saves doing it down the line. Also will look good if you are keeping them uncovered all through the house.

[@Rain-Peters]

Just picture when it’s all done and everything is solid. You’ll sleep better knowing it’s safe and clean for you and your bride. ♥️

[@kevintomb]

I thought he bought this as an "investment" to improve and sell at a profit....I could be wrong.

[@elisabethhopson5639]

This was always on the cards Ryan. At least you have found out the damage and are taking steps to rectify. The skills you have learned will help you get this situation totally renovated. Yes, it is disappointing, but new joists and floors will make you feel so much better about your house. You can do this. We have seen you do it. 😄

[@rmur4820]

I'm glad you are removing the floor and the joists Ryan. That was the right move. As stated by another commenter, I would place a temporary joist across the underside of the existing rotten joists with support jacks before doing any more work on or walking in that area. With the amount of decay in that structure, it is best to remove anything with the slightest sign of rot or worms because it's what you cannot see that will hurt you.

[@jts-x5k]

In reference to old houses,my Dad used to caution us to beware of what you cannot see. He’d say “ When’s a bargain not a bargain”? And also he’d say “Do not get mesmerized by pretty mouldings”! You can save yourself a fortune in repairs by getting a specialist to evaluate a house you wish to purchase . An old house needs to be checked out by a structural engineer who knows to look for flaws and rot. Wooden beams meant to support the floor are frequently eaten away by termites and carpenter ants ,which turn them into powder, so there is no structural support for the floor . That is what I am seeing on your video. Even though 30 yrs have passed since he died I still hear my father’s voice in my head as I watch your video ,saying “ Oh NO ! That floor must be supported by jacks until those beams are repaired”. I come from a long line of carpenters, can you tell? You’ll need some professional advice & extra help to fix those beams .

[@floydiandreamscapes5145]

He knew it was a fixer upper so...

[@bobwallace9753]

Before ripping up the old floor boards you might want to take your saw and cut across the floor so when you take up the boards they are the right length to fit in your trailer. Easier than cutting them up one by one later.

[@merrileeheard3889]

I totally agree!!

[@jenateer2518]

Have you thought about using those terra-cotta tiles in your basement? Save yourself a little money in the future.

[@within_cells]

Done demo many times and thought the same thing. Makes it much easier to pull the lengths up when they're smaller too.

[@claireburkus8497]

Love the music!! Like a Roman galley ship with a chorus chanting the rhythm 😂😂😂 good work song!!!

[@Sophia-wm2ef]

You have learned a lot from Billy and Nick. What a joy to see how your confidence has grown, you're doing a cracking job. What a bummer to find that the bodge job was a worse bodge job than you had hoped. I can't wait for the next one.

[@schoonergirl2658]

Oh Ryan! On crack? Really?! You honestly slay me. The wall by the stairs seemed to be held together with a hope and a prayer, didn’t take much to remove it. I’m sorry to see that the floor is rotten as well. In the long run you’ll be happy that you put new floors in, it’s peace of mind.

[@EndOfTheWoods]

Well at least you know because you looked. How many wouldn't have? We're rooting for you.

[@leighnisbett9691]

Ryan you need to replace every single floor to bring them up to safe building standards and you really need to check out your main entrance floor as well if the floors are that rotten as you have two entrances to the ground floor .

[@kathymarshall220]

Gutted! I was really hoping you’d catch a break with the floor, but on the bright side it gives you the opportunity to clear everything out the back room I guess. You’ve got this, Ryan! One day the house is going to be gorgeous, and you’ll be telling your kids how hard you worked to get it there 😊

[@homerooster4022]

Looks like the floor boards were hold the joists up. Very scary!

[@sarahdebeau2481]

You should be so proud of yourself! 1. For looking. 2. For dealing with the situation. You know what you are doing now and I'm sure that it will go easier than the last time.

[@delanebredvik]

Love the sticker modification! Sorry about the floor disaster...

[@jerrielynnhartness929]

Oh wow the floor looks bad but you saw worse when you started . Keep your head up lots of work ahead . Just think of how beautiful it will look when you finish . Great Job stay safe while working .

[@jillberry2802]

Oh the joys of home ownership, one step forward and two back. However you will reach a tipping point and it will be full steam ahead. The knowledge that everything is safe and sound is so worth the headache at the moment.

[@jacquelinenoble6640]

Oh, Ryan, another bump in the road. Keep on cracking on you've got this. 😊🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@paulettebarber7219]

You know what it’s better to get all the rot out now so you can start fresh. It’s still a good bargain and it will be a lovely home when you finish. And you’ll get a whole lot of experience! Well done!❤

[@MachasDaughter]

Ah bummer about the ground floor ceiling Ryan. But, I guess we can’t be too surprised with what you had found in the rest of the house. Buckle down my friend it’s not the end of the world. ❤

[@bcbloyd]

Hey Ryan, Look on the bright side... you discovered the issue now, so you can fix it and get on solid foundation so-to- speak. I'm sure it'll be amazing once the new floors are in!

[@kellythomas6507]

You are doing a great job, Ryan! ♥️

[@jumpintofall56]

Ryan! You're almost to 100K!! Keep on cracking on! Enjoy having your back, mate!❤😊

[@debpate9405]

Do you plan to put in a French drain behind the house to keep the back wall dry? Sean that used to work for Billy on the convent dug a French drain behind his home for similar conditions. He recorded doing it. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 Get some acro supports in UNDER THE FLOOR JOISTS ASAP! WORK SAFE! ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@myfathersdaughter6983]

Ryan, I'm so proud of you. You're growing leaps and bounds. Bravo! Kim from Milton NH USA

[@patig6984]

...there is light at the end of the tunnel...and its a train! gotta love the surprises that happen in renovation! You are working hard, Ryan! Blessings!

[@JenHopper]

Your house keeps on giving! When you're done, there will be no question or guesswork about how long any part of you home will last. Proud of you for doing it right! Cheers from the states.

[@abacavip6426]

You should add a ‘Buy me a Joist’ fund, similar to buying a cup of coffee! This will help with some funds to aid in your renovation! Keep on going, you’re making great progress!!! ❤❤❤

[@sammyjo8109]

great idea!

[@patriciabakker8605]

How old is this house?

[@flipnawesome5756]

Shall I say, I completely expected that the joist would be rotten based on the other floor. But now you know what to do thanks to your friends. You will get it all fixed and be very proud of what you’ve accomplished.

[@deborahlynch2580]

I could have sworn ryan replaced these joists and floor a few months ago. I’m a little confused on the different floors I guess.

[@katherinealba6768]

​@@deborahlynch2580They replaced the floor above.

[@BettyKoehler-zg5sv]

Oh Billy…your helmet! 🤣🤣. You are so funny! That is very sad that the beams are so rotten on your floor. You are essentially starting from scratch, but, when you finish, it will last for another hundred years. I do hope you added some support underneath before walking on those beams. 😱. Don’t be discouraged, Ryan, it is good you found it now. It is fixable….one thing at a time! Love from Pennsylvania, USA 💕🌷🐻

[@jlotoo850]

He's Ryan, not Billy

So the floor was levitating... Magic!

[@martheb3555]

Bravo Ryan, de bonnes décisions prisent sur ce plancher. Courage et bonne continuation 😊

[@Jasonmarcnash787]

Ryan you crack me up with your “ On Crack “ helmet. Thanks for the laugh mate 🤣

[@JohnBarnard-pm1ns]

He could get in trouble with that if someone read it the wrong way! Especially when he's bending over. Just kidding. Enjoying your journey.

[@ellen9575]

Omg I just seen it. 😅😂😂

[@matanjaburger2872]

Me to😅

[@ruthrobathan77]

Does Billy know you've mullahed one of his stickers?

[@jlotoo850]

I saw that right away--so funny.

[@Keith1210]

Ryan, remember what Nick and Billy have taught you. If you need a refresher, just rewatch your previous videos when they were there helping out. Call or message them when you have questions or need some assurance but avoid as asking them to come out unless it's absolutely necessary or if you think for safety reasons you have no other alternative. Don't let people here push you into calling for help every little moment they think you should. Billy and Nick are busy bees as you already know and they obviously want you to do as much as you can on your own, but I also know they also have your back when push comes to shove so tackle this head on. Be safe. Be smart. Be calculating. You got this!

[@apav4347]

On Crack! 😂

[@JaxonsDd007]

Ryan is the Craic😊 but has to be On Crack for this project😊

[@poodlegirl55]

It took me a minute lol.

[@XantheWilliams]

🤣🤣🤣

[@dmbalsam]

Can you imagine what could happen if you brought furniture in on those floors. I could see all floors crashing down at once and probably some walls as well. Be safe!

[@Nilshelppi]

From California . Ive bought a couple if these types of buildings over the decades. It is most important to NOT PAY TOO MUCH . There is considerable financial risk , and the ONLY WAY OUT is considerable “ sweat equity “ , since the repair costs using contractors costs would create a “ negative equity “ . So, BE CAREFUL “ of a “ too good deal “ .

[@jlotoo850]

Now I am worried about the ground floor, as well! .Is it also rotted? (Could be with all the moisture that was in the basement) Might as well check that one as well, and just rebuild it all from the ground up!!! At least you'd never have to wonder or worry that your beautiful bride and children won't ever fall into the basement because you failed to be sure the floor was safe!

[@wendygottschalk1171]

I'm so proud of you! Handling that floor on your own. You are a true home owner now! Can't wait to see this little home all done up!

[@GreyfyreShelties]

The music in the beginning when you were talking had me searching my computer until I realized you put it in 🤣 I imagine every beam on each floor will have to be replaced and new flooring installed based on how crumbly the old mortar is and how rotten the beams have been. Yes it'll cost way more and take way more time to replace the floor that seemed so strong. Whether you keep it to live in and raise kids or sell or rent you'll know in your heart you've done the best job of it that can be done. I should be out in my barn replacing lights but HAVE to stop and watch your video. Thank you so much for the frequent content. Your humor is as good as a glass of the best beer!

[@jlotoo850]

Yes, perhaps you will one day own your parents home when you are gone and rent this one out for income. BUT--you will be secure in knowing that WHOEVER lives there will be safe. ESPECIALLY if it is your own wife and children for a few yeasrs there... Being a good husband and father means paying whatever price it takes to make sure your family is SAFE.

[@pamkullman8839]

Hey I just saw that you are up to 81k! I hope you hit 100 soon! Sorry about that floor

[@CharlenePink-Dufresne]

It's a good thing you checked that out further before starting the finishing. You want a safe home for you & your wife, and future children. I wish you could get more help to help things go quicker. You are fully capable of doing the job. We are all here cheering you on.😊

[@peterg3661]

Hi Ryan i think your very brave to do this with little help as a 1st project. But with good friends around your have your little palace in ruralll francccee how you want it and apperciate the end results. Just remember once the floors are done it will start coming together quickly. Hardest part is the rip out.❤

[@nelleg152]

Great job Ryan best sorting it out now than finding out later ❤

[@sharonstone-bh1zp]

Loving you new adult self, and am happy to be watching your renovations again. Hang in there, it will be very worthwhile in the end.

[@TRoth858]

I have to say that being married looks good on you. Your confidence level has gone wat up. I'm sorry the flooring wasn't what you were hoping for, but I'm sure proud of you for just taking the bull by horn, and started the process of ripping it out. I also noticed that that room was clean. You're doing great Ry. Once you get the flooring done, it'll be quick to do the rest. Will your wife help you? Is she with you in ruuural Fraance? Keep your chin up!

[@cynhanrahan4012]

LMAO the sticker! It's a real shame the house wasn't just poorly maintained, much needed repairs were hidden. You do have the video of how Nick replaced the joists as education, and you did help with that job, so I think you will manage. But I do think you are going to need a helper, those joists were very heavy.

[@dlbsis1]

I have an idea! Let’s have a viewer party for Ryan. Ryan posts the price of a single floor joist and we can make a donation in that amount. We can have an old-fashioned Barn raising in rural France. What do you think?

[@dlbsis1]

I will pledge the first one! Ryan, what is the cost of a single joist?

[@MaggieStewart-r7p]

Love the "on crack" helmet. Brilliant. If you come to sell the house you are renovating in rural France the buyers can watch these videos and know you did a proper job. X Carry on.

[@melissahalbert9455]

How disheartening! But better to repair it correctly the first time. Good luck Ryan

[@Tuscanyflower68]

You are loved and highly admired Ryan‼️Being that you are doing hard manual work that could possibly pull muscles, take precautions. I believe you need a waist support belt because of all the bending and pulling. You need to protect your body at all costs‼️🙏🏻

[@SweetOne.]

Do the beams/joists in the attic first so you can pass them up and down through the ceiling from the ground floor, now that you have to take the floor up. If the floor boards don't have wood worm they can be used in the attic as lath over insulation on the underside of the roof.

[@jlotoo850]

No, it is added weight on the walls which we still don't know are solid and secure. Always rebuild from the ground up. Get a winch to lift the boards to the attic, through the stairwell.

[@SweetOne.]

@@jlotoo850 demo from top down and build from down up - however the attic Joists also hold up the roof and tie the walls in to strengthen them. The Joists can be done from the ground up but don't put the floors in until joists are replaced on all levels - so materials can be passed up.

[@jessieroper25]

To be more efficient use a large container maybe a garbage can to hold your trash bags upright, allowing you to use both hands to pick up the debris instead of holding onto the bag with one hand

[@katescarratt4267]

Sound advice. Filling sacks can be back-breaking.

[@debjones3856]

Love the hat.......I want one of those 😂😂😂

[@trigger4418]

Ryan I am not surprised the floor was so rotten like the other one. At least you know it will be nice and safe when you have replaced it. We had the some in our bathroom. Lucky the bath never fell the floor with me plus water 😮 in it, it's funny looking back now 😂 keep going it's worth it xx

[@dwansbo]

Is it possible the joists are short due to the walls bulging outwards? If this is the case consider tying the walls with steel rods/exterior plates before you do much more demolition. It would be a catastrophe if the unsupported walls collapse!

[@Raiden_N7]

I'd go get some acrow props ASAP. Because those beams have no noggins between them the floorboards were the only things tying the whole floor together, and now it's been significantly weakened.

[@jts-x5k]

Yup! Dead on!

[@darianroscoe1017]

You're amazing. Keep on keepin' on, as my dad used to say.

[@robertzammit4200]

Your doing a great job. What a dangerous find.

[@monabale8263]

0:29; that helmet! 😂

[@pitsnipe5559]

Better make it right now then after you’re living there. Not sure if this would be feasible but if you save all those old joists you might be able to salvage enough to resaw boards to use fir flooring in the master bedroom.

[@Kaligirl681]

Really good seeing your videos again.

[@judymills3599]

You've got this handled Ryan. You have come a long way on the Journey of Restorations. More firewood for your dad so at least the rotten wood will still be useful. Your new wife should be proud of you ❤

[@betsymcfarling5483]

Glad you are back. We home owners get these surprises too. Keep up the good work.

[@AngelaKalavritinos]

Great seeing you back on the tools Ryan Good Luck 🤞not too much damage.

[@edwardsierpowski3839]

If the rest of the timber in the joists is in good condition then you could ‘sister in’ (as the Americans call it) sections beside the originals, sliding them onto the support ledge and bolt them together. Could save you a lot of time money and work.

[@jlotoo850]

That house has so much rot--better to just bite the bullet and make sure that at least the floorboards and joists (and walls) are solid to start. Money is not the issue at this point so much as safety and peace of mind. This is his forever home. He needs to build it right the first time.

[@cathybaggott2873]

Ryan! These support beams don't seem to be chewed to bits by wormwood. If I'm wrong because I just can't see well enough then you've done the right thing. If I'm right, then why can't you clean up the ends of the beams and then place a supporting timber under them along the wall below? You might need metal supports and maybe concrete for the wall slots but one heavier support beam would be so much cheaper.

[@inkmetal1]

Sad about the floor. You are doing just fine

[@juliemccarthy2081]

Looking vack on the other beams not surprising the last floor needed replacing, hopefully you get the upper beams back in soon to hold the walls together 😱 keep going things will start coming back together before you know it 😊

[@petemisc4291]

Well, you’re not wearing your cardigan sweater but dam, those shoes really are spit polished!

[@timpearce6496]

Ryan, let me repeat some marvelous words to you that someone once said. I'll paraphrase just a little bit. "You can do whatever you put your mind to. If you don't know how to do something, just ask someone, look on-line, KZbin it. Most people can probably do about 75 percent on their own, or more. Do you think I could do it? Yeah, you just have to put your mind to it......Anxiety......Tackle a little job at a time. If you keep busy, working on the project, it disappears.....If you don't know how to do it, learn!" Those truly are incredible words!! They are inspiring, they came from a friend and I don't think even he knew how powerful those words were when they were said. You should put those words to paper, frame it, put it on the wall by the door of your "House In Rural France" to read each day, and live by that mantra while you press on and reach your goal. Lastly, congratulations on you wedding. You doing this for two people now.

[@karenniehues4786]

I could see your disappointment & felt the music was appropriate!! But Ryan, once you’re done, it will be YOUR house the way you want it!!! That’s a great feeling!!

[@jlotoo850]

And your wife will be SO proud of your little home you built for her!

[@smgreenartsprivate]

I would have finished the floors you had already ripped up but I guess you had advice to do so. I hope you have some OSB to put down in the meantime until you get those beams and joists fixed. It's good to see you doing something on your own steam no less. Well done Ryan stick to those goals of finishing :)

[@tara0redwine]

The On Crack hard hat is freaking perfect man! So funny! Love your humor!

[@ronniemensch2400]

I am glad to see you taking out the final ceiling/floor. It was bound to be no different to all the other floors. At least you looked and are now pulling it up. Support those joists, though, while you are ripping up that floor or you will be dropping into the floor below... Not good. Take care Ryan.

[@clairegledhill2497]

Not surprised really after the other the floors were so bad too . Great vlog so proud you doing it yourself x

[@ehpeachylove]

Dear Ryan better to find the floor problem and fix it all now as the floors are all time safety measures from top to bottom. I was praying they were okay but deep down knew they probably weren’t tbh. You did great today Ryan, and I have greatly pleased with your work today. So glad to see you clean up as you worked. Keep on keeping on my friend. You’ve got this! Love to you and your Mrs. ❤❤❤

[@rosiesgrandma]

Well the lemonade from the lemon is that you did not have dirt nor did you have tiles you had just those easy boards to dismantle?..... Actually this time you should be able to do the work pretty much yourself due to the fact that you have all the experience from the other two floors.

[@leonaweltzer4023]

Not uncommon when doing restoration to find it worse than expected or hoped for. Sad but true. But like you said, it’s better to tackle it now so you can relax later. One step at a time. And although it looks like it’s going to take longer and cost more than you hoped, but some day all of this will be only a memory.

[@Kaligirl681]

It's bad but will be so worth the results.

[@cindya.esquivel6876]

Part of the charm is you not knowing what you are doing and your awesome friends helping you and teaching you 😊 don't get discouraged and don't listen to a bunch of negative Nancy's. God bless 🙏🙏

[@angelcoops511]

Keep your chin up Ryan. Your house will look amazing when it’s finished.

[@ChazzyB-2024]

Nice hat Ryan! I see what you did there. This one reminds me of those Roadrunner cartoons where the coyote is sawing through the floor/beam/branch, and then realises... Keep on keeping on mate.