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

[@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.

[@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! 🙄

[@maj6190]

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

[@EndOfTheWoods]

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

[@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]

🤣🤣🤣

[@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.

[@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!

[@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.

[@murlthomas2243]

On crack, huh? I think that poor house needs a lot of work. You need to have a house party and ask for floor joists, and help putting them in. I just can’t believe the mess the last owners left it in. Good luck Ryan, you’ll need it and prayers too.

[@jlotoo850]

That's why it was only 15 grand....

[@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!❤❤

[@rickflood9813]

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

[@SlavicCoffee]

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

[@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!!

[@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.

[@GabrieleFreewheelerthrift]

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

[@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.

[@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

[@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. ♥️

[@delanebredvik]

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

[@jacquelinenoble6640]

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

[@homerooster4022]

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

[@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.

[@petemisc4291]

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

[@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👍🤗

[@howardbooth7006]

The house was cheap for many reasons... You'll need to invest in some of the right tools. That small pry bar is not making it. I'm not talking "Billy" size investment, but would hazard a guess that at boot sales, or flea markets etc. you would be able to save on hand tools as compared to buying new. Way to push on!

[@claireburkus8497]

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

[@karenchesser6348]

GI 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.

[@rupertmiller9690]

Thoughts and prayers have more structural integrity than that floor.

[@lindabryant4292]

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

[@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!

[@gaelenecole4053]

poop 💩 that’s scary 😱 Glad you found this unwanted problem cause it could have ended up very badly in the future ❤❤❤❤❤

[@kellythomas6507]

You are doing a great job, Ryan! ♥️

[@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 😊

[@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!

[@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. 😄

[@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!

[@myfathersdaughter6983]

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

[@melissahalbert9455]

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

[@jaymesydnor55]

You must have been "punked" by Billy with that special sticker for you helmet! Love your sense of humor Ryan.

[@robertzammit4200]

Your doing a great job. What a dangerous find.

[@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 .

[@claudiasutherland3544]

You got this Ryan!

[@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.

So the floor was levitating... Magic!

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@valerierosling3968]

Better to be safe than sorry later. Get the troops in to help.

[@tara0redwine]

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

[@angelcoops511]

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

[@myfathersdaughter6983]

I miss the "frommmm rurallllll FRANCEEEEEEE

[@marilynwade9448]

Are you going to have a place to hang a beam? Looks like your wall may have damage too.

[@sharonanderson346]

Better call Mr. Moon! 😁 You need a friend!

[@Keith1210]

Not yet.

[@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.

[@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!!! ❤❤❤

[@steveschulte8696]

Ryan, sometimes you should listen to the voices in your head. When you were sticking your wrecking bar into the joist holes, the voices in my head were going "NOOoo!!!". I am surpised that the floor held up to all the demo of the floors above. Build a good solid floor, or you might be missing your bride and find her one floor down with a broken ankle.

[@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 .

[@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!

[@claret6937]

Quickly get some props!

[@debjones3856]

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

[@helenaandrade8073]

Better call Saul, I mean Nick. 😆. The last floor to be done and it’s smooth sailing. Better to have found it now.

[@Keith1210]

Lets not call Nick yet. Lets see what Ryan is capable of doing on his own first before making the call.

[@jlotoo850]

@@Keith1210 I agree. He needs to get his confidence

[@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!

[@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.

[@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.

[@terrizimmerman5297]

Well at least the demo stage isn’t TOO EXPENSIVE. It’s the rebuild that costs a lot.

[@justinefleming7756]

Dont give in,rome wasn't built in a day,iv just been through 2 yrs of hell,my dad died and left an awful mess,it only got sorted a week ago,please belive

[@lindacushing7780]

It's sad about the floor. Maybe Nick will show up and surprise you. That would be awesome.

[@jlotoo850]

Yes, but he has to push on, and assume no one else is coming. If he keeps waiting for the calvary it will never get done. He has already lost 4 months on this project, he needs to get on with it.

[@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!❤

[@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.❤

[@dannetterousseau4095]

You now show a growth mindset. Rip it all up. Start over. Like lots of people have to (even when it was NOT their choice - i.e., hurricanes, floods, etc.) Enjoy seeing your enthusiasm.

[@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!

[@jumpintofall56]

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

[@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!

[@dorinclarisa2732]

Hang in there Ryan. Every day is a day closer to the completion Better to be safe than sorry. Ignore the naysayers. Do what you can on your own. Once the floors go in, your half way there. Your heart is in it which is a bonus. Carry on wrecking 😊❤ bonn

[@betsymcfarling5483]

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

[@janetd4862]

Well, bummer. 😢 The good thing is, you checked it! If not, someday it may have just collapsed, and someone could have been hurt. It appears that you are basically building a new house within an old stone frame. Do you have any plans to have a helper soon? It’s a massive job to do on your own. Good luck!

[@jlotoo850]

Yes, What about having your Dad or Uncle come out for a couple days--just to get all the joists in? (one floor at a time)

[@janetmackinnon3411]

I seem to remember that there is a law in France whereby a seller has to declare faults in the property, and if he does not is liable to repair them...Do check with a lawyer if you have redress.

[@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.

[@nelleg152]

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

[@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!

[@patrickcardon1643]

Oh boy ... first I thought the helmet said "Butt crack" ... man I need to grab some sleep ...

[@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.

[@karenburrows9184]

Ryan. Don't give up. It's discouraging, I know, but most worthwhile challenges are. You can do this.

[@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

[@ClarkJ2265]

Yikes! Is there a moisture problem in the wall that is causing the rot? What’s on the other side of the wall?

[@XantheWilliams]

I think he said it was a long term ‘massive hole in the roof’ problem, that was fixed by replacing the roof.

[@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.

[@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.

[@silverblue9286]

Curious how many homes do you own to always specify the "15 grand house" each and every time.

[@XantheWilliams]

Just this one……! He is living with his parents until it is livable - or he gives up and sells!

[@silverblue9286]

@@XantheWilliams I'm sure it's increased in value so now perhaps call it the 25 grand house.

[@icaronnem]

Mate, the house doesn't seem to be worth renovating. There's no redeeming factor to it, aesthetic or structural. It's just a shell with really bad innards

[@nicolagalton9457]

I like it! It's a bargain even with what needs doing!

[@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 ❤

[@irishdancer2753]

Unlucky Ryan. But better days are ahead, I am sure!

[@malagastehlaate9923]

It stinks you had to rip the floor up but you are right in doing so... That floor is not supportive in the slightest. It is a disaster waiting to happen there. Anyway... it'll be better in the long run. Doing a great job there Ryan.

[@kailee5694]

All I can think is at least you don’t have to deal with the 5 or so inches of dirt insulation. That has to save some time and effort. I wonder if the floor boards can be reused for at least one of the rooms.

[@eugenius1192]

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

[@MeanOlNana]

Well at least there isn’t a load of dirt under this floor. 😮

[@lorettamccullock2896]

I guess that 15k paid for the land. 🤷🏼 really good thing that the magically suspended floor didn’t collapse under you and any of the dear friends who helped along the way 🙏🏼

[@billgolcher2537]

You're doing an awesome job bigger crowbar get a 2 1/2 lb hammer show that floor who's boss you own this Great job take Care

[@martheb3555]

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

[@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‼️🙏🏻