SOLVING A COMPLICATED SEPTIC ISSUE... transforming our WATERMILL into Dream Home

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  • @LPay-jy8mx
    @LPay-jy8mx 2 місяці тому +73

    While most of the Olympics are happening in Paris, right here,on your land, Nelson has absolutely smashed the gold medal. Give him a medal!!!!!

  • @Camey71073
    @Camey71073 2 місяці тому +45

    Nelson is beyond an expert with that excavator. I'm so excited, big things are happening... Yay

  • @jobethk588
    @jobethk588 2 місяці тому +26

    Nelson, Drew’s parents, Drew and of course, artistic Brittany, make the best team ever!

  • @rachelfrees1268
    @rachelfrees1268 2 місяці тому +47

    Would not miss an episode. Nelson, you are the star of this show from beginning to end. So many heroes in this world work behind the scenes and never recognized. Brittany and Drew, your job making a home inside/out will continue from now on. The home will be beautiful.❤

  • @joannecalcutt6724
    @joannecalcutt6724 2 місяці тому +15

    As an American, I appreciate y’all’s relationships with all the tradesmen you are working with. I actually commented on a very popular UTube channel in Portugal that it would be nice to acknowledge the guy he had filming that day. And he responded that he was JUST paid help and didn’t matter. So rude but at least he wasn’t American.

    • @garethjones6082
      @garethjones6082 2 місяці тому

      erm you don't have to be american to be nice we all are............arseholes exist everywhere unfortunatly

    • @Mrandmrsadventure
      @Mrandmrsadventure  2 місяці тому +1

      Thanks you for your meaningful words. That a shame that someone would answer in such a way. We value our workers so much and couldn't to this project with out their help and knowledge. We hope to have a celebratory party with them at the very end!

  • @bdean5219
    @bdean5219 2 місяці тому +8

    I don't know what you pay Nelson, but he's worth every penny (or euro). I had a small excavator in my business (I'm now retired) and I couldn't use it anywhere near the level that Nelson does. What a lucky find for you guys!

  • @robine916
    @robine916 2 місяці тому +34

    If you cut some of the thinner (younger/newer) branches of the fig tree, and stick them in a bucket of water, they will root and create new trees! 💕💕🌱🌱

    • @loveycomeaux4380
      @loveycomeaux4380 2 місяці тому +6

      So true, 😊I stuck one in a crawfish hole as a kid, and it grew up to big big fig tree.😊 I was 8..

    • @robine916
      @robine916 2 місяці тому +1

      @@loveycomeaux4380 Nice!🥰

    • @pthaloblue100
      @pthaloblue100 2 місяці тому +1

      That is an excellent solution/ suggestion! I would do that if I had fig trees. :D

    • @robine916
      @robine916 2 місяці тому

      @@pthaloblue100 I discovered it by accident when I broke a branch! Stuck it in water and it rooted💙

    • @Mrandmrsadventure
      @Mrandmrsadventure  2 місяці тому +2

      Yes, we will do exact this when the rainy season returns in the fall.

  • @mango8918
    @mango8918 2 місяці тому +17

    I know you have to do so much to bring the watermill up to code, but Portugal has to be so pleased with the improvements you have made. I keep thinking about that proverbial elephant and your progress of eating him one bite at a time. I've got to believe that he is disappearing very quickly, and it won't be long before he's completely gone. I can't tell you how impressed I am with your progress in turning this land into a beautiful Shangri-La. I hope all of you that are watching these videos...Please Subscribe, it costs nothing.

    • @Mrandmrsadventure
      @Mrandmrsadventure  2 місяці тому +1

      Thank you for your support and encouraging others to support us by subscribing. It means the world to us! ❤

  • @jgoo4572
    @jgoo4572 2 місяці тому +10

    Did I see a small above ground pool in the background? Good idea for cooling off! And no lagoon snakes!

    • @Mrandmrsadventure
      @Mrandmrsadventure  2 місяці тому +9

      Exactly! Coming to an episode soon 🤫🥰

    • @HeidiPriest
      @HeidiPriest 2 місяці тому

      ​@@Mrandmrsadventurelove our 4.50 by 2.20 above pool without spain be unbearble

    • @Mrandmrsadventure
      @Mrandmrsadventure  2 місяці тому +3

      @@HeidiPriest A bit of water to cool off in makes all the difference! Stay cool amigos 💦

  • @edwardk7006
    @edwardk7006 2 місяці тому +21

    Do not waste fig wood, just make cuttings and stick it in the ground. You can replace all those eucalyptus trees with figs :). Figs are easy to propagate and fast grovers, tons of info on youtube or local people advice

    • @garethjones6082
      @garethjones6082 2 місяці тому +2

      their sap is as flammable as eucalyptus better growing cork oaks as they are native are fire resistant

  • @6spring3
    @6spring3 2 місяці тому +1

    I feel you must have money beyond YT and videos for this house/land to take shape. It must be in the millions!

  • @nancysherry1110
    @nancysherry1110 2 місяці тому +29

    Nelson is awesome!

  • @empret7704
    @empret7704 2 місяці тому +5

    One thumbs up for Nelson ... and they guy who fell ... you scared me 😂

  • @Poet1952
    @Poet1952 2 місяці тому +7

    Impressive progress with your Portuguese language skills!

  • @colleenbalch328
    @colleenbalch328 2 місяці тому +27

    Yay! A visit with Brittany and Drew, the kitty trio, and the beautiful Algarve! Happy Sunday and lots of love from Vermont. (And Hey Nelson!)

    • @Mrandmrsadventure
      @Mrandmrsadventure  2 місяці тому +5

      Sending you lots of love back!! 😘😘😽😽😽

    • @MyNest20
      @MyNest20 2 місяці тому +1

      Lovely way to spend 1/2 hour. Thank you!!

  • @JSees
    @JSees 2 місяці тому +7

    Tough property to dig for a septic tank with the rocky soil and the steep property, thankfully Nelson is skilled and ha good equipment.

  • @rolandtb3
    @rolandtb3 2 місяці тому +5

    Utilities: Power - solar for now, water - well, 2 tanks, possibly future roof run-off collection, stream, gray and black water - closed septic, later a bio-septic/gravel system.
    Kudos to Nelson. Some more landscaping projects. Main infrastructure work getting done in the dry season.

  • @csmith9189
    @csmith9189 2 місяці тому +7

    I enjoy watching your progress. Please keep an extra pump so you don’t get caught without a pump when that septic pump fails. We must pump and ours failed Friday night of a 3 day holiday. We were without a pump for 4days. Resulting in staying at our daughter’s home until the new pump was installed. Congratulations on your progress. ❤

  • @adobo6905
    @adobo6905 2 місяці тому +4

    Controlling the water level in both septic tanks is critical. You will need an automatic electrical control panel with low water and high water levels floats connected to start and stop the septic pump, you need an audible high-level alarm alarm. and you need a submersible pump designed for sewage. Good luck

  • @Pikaxsu
    @Pikaxsu 2 місяці тому +6

    Nelson and your renovating team are absolute supermen !

  • @anneyday3493
    @anneyday3493 2 місяці тому +21

    So much progress on the land, and in your use of the language. Nelson is a super hero!

  • @terivertefeuille6996
    @terivertefeuille6996 2 місяці тому +8

    What are the people who haven’t subscribed yet waiting for, this is the best entertainment on UA-cam! Love you guys. From a fan in Idaho, USA👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻.

  • @BeeeZucca
    @BeeeZucca 2 місяці тому +4

    Nelson! Nelson! Nelson! Congrats you guys! Such a big step forward!

  • @jamestrontvet2809
    @jamestrontvet2809 2 місяці тому +14

    Hello From Minnesota USA ❤

    • @Mrandmrsadventure
      @Mrandmrsadventure  2 місяці тому +7

      Ola!! I had my bachelorette party in Minneapolis back in the day 🥰😽

    • @kskogman125
      @kskogman125 2 місяці тому

      @@MrandmrsadventureWhere?

    • @Mrandmrsadventure
      @Mrandmrsadventure  2 місяці тому +1

      @@kskogman125 Several places around the city 😄 www.mrandmrsadventure.com/blog/2015/08/11/falling-in-love-with-minneapolis

    • @kskogman125
      @kskogman125 2 місяці тому

      @@Mrandmrsadventure Thank you for sharing. It looked like you had a good time.

  • @6spring3
    @6spring3 2 місяці тому +2

    I can’t help but thank the workers for their physical labor and pride they take in their work.

  • @KarenHartt
    @KarenHartt 2 місяці тому

    Wow, so awesome to get that part of the "build" done!!! Nelson is a rockstar!

  • @pnwusa
    @pnwusa 2 місяці тому +15

    congrats with the giant strides forward. all the men who have been working to refurbish your magical water mill have been amazing. i especially have such mad respect for nelson!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼praying for your folks, floridians and neighboring states with the impending tropical storm debby. continued blessings.🕊

  • @lena-roseorlando219
    @lena-roseorlando219 2 місяці тому +7

    So much progress and work accomplished. Nelson is truly amazing with that machine.

  • @alidabotes6264
    @alidabotes6264 2 місяці тому +5

    I enjoyed your happiness ! When you live in a city or suburb one doesn't think of water, electricity or sewerage. It's been a very informative episode. Thanks.

    • @garethjones6082
      @garethjones6082 2 місяці тому

      why not it's a cost you should look to save water at least, we have it in abundance here until summer then its an issue. I save it all year for the plants.

  • @warmbreeze43
    @warmbreeze43 2 місяці тому +3

    Stunning how Nelson and all the others work so beautifully together, unlike others. Great video

  • @ginkodragon
    @ginkodragon 2 місяці тому +2

    Wow! Congradularions! The infrastructure, plumbing, sewer and electrical are the critical parts of a building! Thanks to Nelson and extraordinary expertise for helping you get your habitation license!❤❤❤

  • @marafarnham595
    @marafarnham595 2 місяці тому +2

    Getting closer and closer 😊❤ good job Nelson and all the other workers! Happy for you Drew and Brittany 🤗❤

  • @allon33
    @allon33 2 місяці тому

    You and Maya doing your septic tanks at the same time. Cosmic.

  • @naturallyadriftphotoadvent123
    @naturallyadriftphotoadvent123 2 місяці тому +4

    Nice to see Nelson again! You guys have and incredible team of folks and family helping to make your dreams come true! I can hardly wait to see the end product with all your creativity and hard work! Once your home becomes a reality, I wonder how your adventures will change.

  • @gafairbanks2434
    @gafairbanks2434 2 місяці тому +6

    Another huge accomplishment!
    I sure hope the lid was placed onto the first container ( by the house )🎉 before any rains came.
    Does Nelson feel like he's " moved in with you both? "
    Will be amazing to see all after the terra forming is accomplished.
    Bet the town councils didn't think you two would ever make it this far!
    Love to mom and dad for all the helping. Your land and castle are gonna need a HUGE MANUAL for all the upkeep on everything!
    Better include a "History room " to house it all. Sigh.

  • @sandy89107
    @sandy89107 2 місяці тому +1

    Brittany's hair looks great all those perfect curls 🥰

  • @bettywatson9200
    @bettywatson9200 2 місяці тому

    As Tropical storm Debby goes across Florida, my prayers are with the residents of that state. My prayers are also with your family which endured losses 2 years ago. Prayerfully your family will not be in this tropical storm.

  • @Dalibas254
    @Dalibas254 2 місяці тому +8

    Good afternoon my dearest friends I wish guys the best I am Portuguese I live in Florida Palm Coast I wish you everything good for your parents here in the other side the golf course Florida we are in the same waiting for the hurricane be safe love you❤❤

    • @Mrandmrsadventure
      @Mrandmrsadventure  2 місяці тому +4

      Sending you big love and hugs for calm seas and gentle cool breezes 😘😘😽😽😽🙏

  • @fayepotts3279
    @fayepotts3279 2 місяці тому +4

    I’m subscribed to Drew and Brittany’s channel,and what an amazing adventure it has been!
    Look forward for to Sundays besides going to church. You never know what blessings await you!
    Operating the equipment for Nelson, is like a third arm! So excited for you!👏🙏🏻💕

  • @FloatingVillageLife
    @FloatingVillageLife 2 місяці тому +1

    Your determination to solve the complicated septic issue while transforming the watermill into your dream home is truly admirable. Your commitment to tackling challenges with such perseverance and creativity highlights your remarkable dedication to making your vision a reality. And I am Floating Village Life.

  • @annamschnetzer4036
    @annamschnetzer4036 2 місяці тому +4

    I've been wondering if the rocky soil breaks off teeth from Nelson's bucket or just keeps them very sharp with all that dragging over the stones. Nelson seems to be a master at his craft.

  • @Nyes04
    @Nyes04 2 місяці тому

    Quick question before I forget - Drew you just explained that you had to fill the septic tanks with water so they aren’t damaged by pressure - that makes so much sense (glad you explained that like you do lots of things)… one thought I had was does the water you filled them with need to be changed or have anything added to make sure it doesn’t go “funky” or it it ok as it will be closed (especially the one to use later). Keep up the amazing work - I’m so invested in your story and oh my goodness your Portuguese lessons sure have paid off - you both seem bi-lingual now! 😊

    • @Mrandmrsadventure
      @Mrandmrsadventure  2 місяці тому +1

      Thanks for the warm words 🙏 Probably a good idea to get it out before it becomes funky LOL.

  • @258windows
    @258windows 2 місяці тому +1

    5 ***** STAR production and video. The BEST Renovation and Land improvement on You Tube. BLESSINGS

  • @6spring3
    @6spring3 2 місяці тому

    Your dream for this property is beyond the norm, for sure! Your workers are outstanding in their knowledge and ability. How did you ever find them?

  • @christinamarchido5148
    @christinamarchido5148 2 місяці тому +5

    Nelson does such an amazing job 😮 he helps you so much thank you Nelson and showing your awesome work

  • @sherry9088
    @sherry9088 2 місяці тому +6

    What a happy & exciting video!!! Loved watching every moment if this! Everyone is trucking !!
    Nelson is just extraordinarily talented with that machine! A good friend at that!!! See you all on the next one! Cheerio !! ❤❤❤

  • @bebetjones5551
    @bebetjones5551 2 місяці тому

    PROGRESS!!! Getting closer and closer to being able to move in!!!

  • @mervzillan7070
    @mervzillan7070 2 місяці тому +2

    Dont let the fig tree die, simply transplant it in new area and it will grow quickly, you dont want to miss out on the fruit.

  • @patingram4138
    @patingram4138 2 місяці тому

    You absolutely have the BEST people working with you!

  • @denniswray470
    @denniswray470 2 місяці тому +4

    Nelson is a extremely efficient and skilled operator on his machine, brilliant to watch you guys are very lucky to have him at your side.

  • @alanmaingard7126
    @alanmaingard7126 2 місяці тому

    This was fantastic to watch! Nelson is a legend! Oh, please fill us in on the swimming pool 🏊‍♀️? Great job guys ❤ 🇦🇺

  • @stevepringle2295
    @stevepringle2295 2 місяці тому +14

    I love starting my Sundays with you guys 😊

  • @VictorPMarcos
    @VictorPMarcos 2 місяці тому +6

    Getting the septic system in was a big step to making your farm and mill a great place to live. Great job, team!

  • @auntmaryspals7978
    @auntmaryspals7978 2 місяці тому

    Great job you guys! Our neighbor had a septic system like this put in a few years ago. It's a small property with a house and garage, so the men didn't have much room to work in. There are gardens planted over it now.

  • @helenreid7022
    @helenreid7022 2 місяці тому

    Drew, your Portuguese is amazing! Congratulations! I love watching Nelson, he’s very talented with that machine!

  • @maricogan2903
    @maricogan2903 2 місяці тому +1

    Nelson is amazing. The digger arm is an extension of his body. So very happy that you have made this amazing progress.

  • @antoniodasilva1230
    @antoniodasilva1230 2 місяці тому +5

    Finally I was thinking that there was no Sunday funday video 😅

    • @Mrandmrsadventure
      @Mrandmrsadventure  2 місяці тому +4

      Every Sunday at the same time sweet friend! 10am EST or 15h Portugal time 😽

    • @antoniodasilva1230
      @antoniodasilva1230 2 місяці тому +1

      @@Mrandmrsadventure best Sunday

    • @HeidiPriest
      @HeidiPriest 2 місяці тому

      ​@@Mrandmrsadventure❤16 .00 for spain

  • @l.m.4014
    @l.m.4014 2 місяці тому +1

    Drew and Britany You Both are Brilliant! Just look at your Dream coming to Life!
    > All the Planning / organizing / researching / ordering / timing of everything / coordinating all the workers / paperwork / language barriers AND amazing....Filming & Editing !
    Plus...all the Physical Work! Building-Renovated a 'normal' house is stressful enough. But...Thinking out side the Box. (Then....Working in that HEAT)
    God Bless you both. 🙏 > Not many could do this!!!

  • @ceegee2676
    @ceegee2676 2 місяці тому +3

    Awesome...ever closer to habitation!!!

  • @kathydoran6176
    @kathydoran6176 2 місяці тому +2

    That went so well! Nelson is awesome, the whole team you've had working for you has been amazing.

  • @nicza460
    @nicza460 2 місяці тому

    Nelson is doing such a fantastic job! It's interesting to watch everything come together.
    Nice to see your dad again helping with the shipping container project. Not sure if Drew's parents are still there but we /in Florida are dealing with a tropical storm -Debby that has brought a lot of rain and some flooding. Hoping their property is okay. I remember you two helping out after Hurricane Ian and how much damage there was.

  • @jennifersanchez4040
    @jennifersanchez4040 2 місяці тому +4

    So exciting to watch the work being down but I got really excited looking at the overview and seeing all the work that has been done! Wow!!! Oh a loved the little pool! Those are so necessary in hot climates! And making whirlpools in them is fast and fun! ❤

  • @jennifercesario9238
    @jennifercesario9238 2 місяці тому

    Nelson is an absolute rockstar!!!❤️💪👍

  • @sherwoodvegsund8275
    @sherwoodvegsund8275 2 місяці тому +4

    Congrats!if you can find old twin bed spring you could keep your natural pond clean put itin your pond drag it out w/ a big chain attached to pick up.this is what we used do in northern MN. Once it was clean we only had to do it once a yr.😊

  • @mikehart8118
    @mikehart8118 2 місяці тому +6

    whoop whoop another great Sunday watch.. Happy August Drew & Britanny & Fury animals .........

  • @Marykguise
    @Marykguise 2 місяці тому

    Ten 👍 for Nelson!!! You guys got some huge stuff done this week!! Great work!!!
    Love from Mary in Southern California 💗👍🥳

  • @stevendhaliwal1649
    @stevendhaliwal1649 2 місяці тому

    Wow what a significant moment for you- we all take for granted where our water comes from and where our waste goes!!

  • @joiejarvis4461
    @joiejarvis4461 2 місяці тому

    Y’all have come such a long way. That system is so complex and explained so well. It is so exciting to watch. Each time watching to see you one step closer Blessings continue for the awesome journey.

  • @oldtexan4557
    @oldtexan4557 2 місяці тому +2

    AWESOME PROGRESS

  • @judithierino1377
    @judithierino1377 2 місяці тому

    Whow great progress ,thank god you found nelson he has been a great asset

  • @ps6860
    @ps6860 2 місяці тому

    Drew is getting top class in portuguese ,that's the way.top man.

  • @atharkhan240
    @atharkhan240 2 місяці тому +6

    Great to see the progress you guys are making.

  • @seascape185
    @seascape185 2 місяці тому

    Look at those beautiful walls!

  • @sandraharper260
    @sandraharper260 2 місяці тому

    Congratulations on getting the water system in place! Nelson is priceless! I am enjoying your channel from Indiana so very much!!

  • @hennagal7360
    @hennagal7360 2 місяці тому +4

    Fabulous music choices 😎 60s smoooth and cheerful 😊 reminds us even more that Drew is like our own movie-smooth Ryan ONeil 😎📽🎬 Top Editing Brittany 🏆

  • @pedrorodrigues4106
    @pedrorodrigues4106 2 місяці тому +1

    Sou fã do vosso trabalho aí em Portugal adoro os vídeos da renovação parabéns

  • @CLSearles
    @CLSearles 2 місяці тому +2

    Congratulations, you 2 are getting closer to moving in👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾👍👍👍🏠🏡❤️❤️❤️☕️☕️☕️☕️🎊

  • @zitagabriel3978
    @zitagabriel3978 2 місяці тому

    Watching with baited breath!🎉🎉🎉 so much had been done ... wow ypu guys are realy moving with project! Well done!

  • @MatildeMoon
    @MatildeMoon 2 місяці тому

    What a job Nelson is doing really he is quite a strong worker all the projects are very challenging both of you using all that energy but well done improving your future thank take care getting there important days ahead water clean and septic tank very good see you bye

  • @JenShea
    @JenShea 2 місяці тому

    Nelson is a Master Artist!

  • @tracymaingard1783
    @tracymaingard1783 2 місяці тому +1

    Nelson is a whizz well done 👍🏻 and you have a pool? 😊

  • @mariegallagher4725
    @mariegallagher4725 2 місяці тому

    Nelson is amazing and so informative of his country. Your videos are the best.❤❤ Your folks must love learning about your new country as well. Through your homestead journey you have bought some amazing, warm and friendly, smart people into your life. I am sure they think the same way about you two. Thankyou for sharing your journey. ❤❤

  • @marikajohn6522
    @marikajohn6522 2 місяці тому +3

    Well done team. 😊😊

  • @nicolevieira2191
    @nicolevieira2191 2 місяці тому +1

    Bom trabalho.

  • @l.m.4014
    @l.m.4014 2 місяці тому

    @18:51 > Beautiful Blue Skies and Big White Clouds. Nice.

  • @ErinLogan-x7t
    @ErinLogan-x7t 2 місяці тому +2

    Great work Nelson. I love just watching them put in the tanks in order that everything does run smoothly.❤❤ Great video Brittany and Drew ❤❤

  • @Somemaysayso
    @Somemaysayso 2 місяці тому +1

    I have subscribed. You guys have got it planned so well.

  • @cboyle707
    @cboyle707 2 місяці тому

    I love you guys. Praying for all good things coming your way in good time! Beautiful! Mr. and Mrs. Wonderful Adventure!

  • @marthastover5776
    @marthastover5776 2 місяці тому

    So excited for you guys. It is a beautiful home❤️

  • @JC-kh1ut
    @JC-kh1ut 2 місяці тому

    Didn’t know there was a plunge pool on the property!! I guess you gotta have a spot in the sun to have those mini superbok!!

    • @Mrandmrsadventure
      @Mrandmrsadventure  2 місяці тому +1

      LOL. We love having a view of the Mill while floating on the water 💦

  • @shelleysalas5777
    @shelleysalas5777 2 місяці тому +2

    Loving the updates. Wished you guys could post more.

  • @marthaboal5818
    @marthaboal5818 2 місяці тому

    I watch every video...how did I miss the pregnancy announcement? Congratulations you two !!!!

  • @jacquelinejeffs4079
    @jacquelinejeffs4079 2 місяці тому +1

    Where I live, we only have sewage going into the septic tank. The gray water from the rest of the house goes into a different system from the shower the kitchen, the dishwasher, the sink all that water goes to a holding tank andis filtered. And used for watering the garden flowers whatever else flushing the toilet because you don’t need clean water to flush the toilet

  • @MamaLuceroCreations
    @MamaLuceroCreations 2 місяці тому +2

    Love watching you guys because you always share your beautiful scenery with us to enjoy!!

  • @paulstuart8676
    @paulstuart8676 2 місяці тому

    Nice work, now you can plan and start terracing around that side of the house like you did around the back to the old animal shelter area. Cheers guys

  • @dogcreek8547
    @dogcreek8547 2 місяці тому

    Your crib is one of the best on You Tube off grid. Nice!

  • @sarahadkins6315
    @sarahadkins6315 2 місяці тому +2

    So exciting I’m happy for you guys.

  • @elizabethsad8023
    @elizabethsad8023 2 місяці тому +2

    Such progress is wonderful 🎉🎉🎉🏗️🩵🩷🐈🐈🐈🚜

  • @Matt-bj6cy
    @Matt-bj6cy 2 місяці тому +3

    Another great video. I know each day makes it more and more exciting and plus more anxious to get moved in. You guys worked so hard for all this. I love the Fort Myers Beach t shirt. I am going back end of the month there. Much love, Mathew in Switzerland

  • @shevlambert3892
    @shevlambert3892 2 місяці тому +1

    Hi great content, please keep it going. You are both great cpl. Nelson is the man lol