Huge Updates are on Their Way!
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- Опубліковано 22 сер 2024
- What does the next 2 month hold. A lot! Watch and find out. Enjoy!
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Completed Projects (2021): New Roof, New Water Service, New Windows (Partial), Boiler Work, Sewer Lateral, Tuckpointing, Plaster Repair (Partial), Wood Floors (Partial), Electric Service (Partial)
Projects to Complete in 2022: Limestone Restoration of Front Elevation, Rebuild Mansard, New Windows (Partial), Complete Plaster Work (2nd Floor and Back Hallway 1st Floor, Kitchen and Dining Room), Plumbing Stacks and Rough in Plumbing, Complete Electric, HVAC (Basement and 1st Floor), High Velocity AC and Heat (2nd Floor), Mini Splits (3rd Floor), Framing on 3rd Floor, Rebuild of Front Cornice Work and Copper Gutter System, Rebuilding of Dormers
As a mother and Grandmother, I want you to give your own mother a message from me that she raised one of the kindest, most sensitive and humble men I’ve ever known. You are not only highly intelligent, but you are extremely articulate and thorough in your explanation of how things are getting restored and refurbished in your house. You have a great reverence and respect for history. Who taught you to be the man that you are? Best wishes for your continued progress and never give up on your vision.
What a lovely and absolutely 100% accurate observation!! Well said.
Very well said and 100% accurate x
Couldn’t have said it any better myself. Caleb and Kim thank you for saving and restoring this beautiful old girl to her former glory 💚👏😊so sorry on the loss of your beloved fur baby. You and your family are making this house beautiful again and I thank you for saving history. Can’t wait to someday hopefully be able to stay if part of your home is a bed-and-breakfast at the hall in brown mansion in St. Louis Missouri💜
I couldnt agree more! You have a natural ability for teaching others. Not everyone does! And if you dont have it, it is a difficult thing to master. I hope somw day you are able to do small workshops for people who are doing exactly what you are doing!
Yes! Two of the nicest people.. and much loved by their furry friends! 💜💜💜
Oh, yes, please! A tour with things looking spiffy would be great! It can’t stay spiffy, I know, because it’s a work site. As long as it’s already cleaned up, I’d absolutely LOVE to see it!! As would everyone who wasn’t able to visit in person, I’m sure! I’m happy you had such a nice turnout. It must have been so fun to meet people and match names to faces. 🥰
I can’t wait for all of the big projects that are in the works. So many things to do! Chicago definitely sounds like a more reasonable journey - keeping my fingers crossed the product works out as you hope it will! 🤞
Don't be hard on yourself, losing a pet is so tough, they are a member of the family. Maybe see if there is a way you can add something to the house that keeps the memory of the puppy. You guys are doing an amazing job!
Looking forward to a video tour of your wonderful house. It looks like you have some good momentum. Being on site full time will make all the difference.
You and Kim have created a virtual community of compassionate companions, long distance neighbors & avid supporters who follow your channel because it's reassuring to know that this type of environment does indeed exist. Keep up the good work, we're behind you 100%.
I love the term ‘long distance neighbours’, Karen 🧡. Perfectly describes how I feel!
The upstairs is looking very tidy. Little Otis running down the corridor was so cute. 🥰 It’s great to hear that so many people showed up to the tour, glad it was a success.
I'm excited about the basement temporary shower/laundry facilities. Every quality of life improvement like this pays dividends over the life of the entire project. The HVAC project as well. Obviously it will be fun to see the facade come back to life with the limestone repair and the mansard roof restoration, I especially am looking forward to seeing those dormer gables and window frames finally put back in shape. But the ability to live in the house is every bit as cool as these visual transformations, if not more so. I know some of your viewers only want to see before and afters, but I think a lot of us are here for all of this 'real world renovation' content as well.
I agree with you 100%, I would like to see everything LOL
You and Kim are doing such an amazing job in restoring this house. I love the passion that you both have for the history and details of this beautiful home.
Good to hear the tour went so well and lots of folks showed up. Not worried about no renovations this week sometimes things have to take a step to the side. But lots of great things in the works!
A video of the tour would be fun to see. 😁
Yes to the tour video!
I agree. I would enjoy a video of the tour.
All I know, is that if there’s actual ghosts there, who once loved your home, they should be thrilled with your passion and love for it. I wouldn’t want to stop your progress to restore it’s beauty. You are doing AMAZING work!!!💕
All of these plans sound absolutely amazing! Having a shower and air conditioning and even a private washer/dryer in your home are enormous leaps in livability! Everything that you invest in now will save you time and money in the future, and it's so exciting to see the house retain its history as much as possible, while also being a practical and livable space. You're right -- if it's the dead of summer or winter and you can't enjoy all your hard work because it's just too darn hot or freezing cold, then it doesn't matter how beautiful the rooms are. I know I speak not only for myself when I say that the love you pour into this home will come back to you tenfold. I've said it before but I'll say it time again, your work is inspiring! (P.S., congratulations on the tour turnout, I would certainly vote for a virtual walk-through or anything that you feel like sharing!) Much love from Florida :) x
Yes, please post the tour.
yes, yes, a tour is great! I'd love to see that video! my neighbor lost her service dog Oscar last month. he was very old. it was a loss for her, but also for our neighborhood...everyone loved him. now I go with her to seek another companion as she really needs help for day to day life. our animals are so much more than just an animal..They're our friends, companions, assistants, and confidants.
Inch by inch! Love watching you get that house restored to her former glory! The bathroom looks fabulous! So proud of you guys for saving a piece of history. Wish there were more of us who treasure these lovely homes! Thanks!
*Kaleb & Kim, you two do what ever you two need to do... cos we will watch what ever you both put out on your two YT channels. Soon you will be both moving permanently into your home and then less traveling from your rental to his home, to get more done on the restoration*
I would absolutely love to see a tour of the house ! .. and thank you for all that you are doing ... you have certainly been helping me through a rough patch .!. for months !!! 🙂 zxx
So glad to hear the tour was so well attended. I would enjoy a tour video.
Take care.
Vampire Weekend would be so happy to hear the news about the Mansard Roof
Plumbing changes everything! It will be a relief to see the exterior preserved and restored before another winter causes further damage.
I love your house, it's homey. Glad I get to watch you repair/bring it back to its Victorian glory.
The house is looking great! You work so incredibly hard and Kim.
Would love a tour, you are doing great job. Sorry about the lost of your pet. We had a beautiful basset hound we loved so much, boomer was his name. Even after 15 years it still hurts and we talk about him often. LoVe, prayers and blessings from Mississippi.
I prefer cold weather to hot weather so why am I living in West Texas where today is to be 108? Because my grandkids are here! I so wish I could have been there for the tour of your Grand Lady and the other homes in the neighborhood. I would love to see a video of the tour and all the lucky folks there. The projects coming up sound wonderful, especially the shower and A/C. You are so sweet and kind natured with people and big hearted. I agree with Sunny that never giving up on your vision and dream takes courage and love. Anxious to see what has been found with the metal detector again! love from rural Texas.
You are really COMING ALONG!!!! It is INCREDIBLE to see how everything is shaping up!!!! Wish EVERYONE who has an older home took as much Pride as you and your soon to be wife do!!!!
An automatic washer and dryer is an exciting plus, but your laundry room will never be complete unless you also have a wringer washer as well. They clean very well and would do a great job with your extra dirty items.
You are right about being like a family member because pets are family members.
Thank you for your kind words.
Exciting times!! Thank you for the update!
I so remember living in our house as we built it. All those little steps to make us feel more comfortable. And finally more civilized, lol. You aren't alone in doing steps and living in it as you go. Bless your heart. Love watching you make the house alive again.
Glad your doing better. I am so envious that others got to see the old lady. Its a long way from California. Enjoy your journey tho, it will be worth it a million times over. Take it from one who knows!
Iam so glad you have been bless with other craftsman because if anyone deserves it you do ! Keep up that good ju ju !
Please show the "House Tour" with everything cleaned up and looking nice.
So glad there are people like you who have such pride in your old home! You're doing a fantastic job!
I would love it if you showed us the tour! I love watching the progress so far but it would be nice to see it all at once! So exciting!!!!
Ok guys and gals, gotta buy that wonderful sweatshirt to help Kaleb and Kim get that new roof!
Thanks Julia! We are halfway to selling our minimum to produce.
It is amazing how much you two and friends have you done to this house to make it a home. Good job!
Would love to see the tour! The house is looking great and I look forward to seeing whatever is next. Well done!
Your woodwork is so beautiful and clean
I think they framed over the fireplace to hang cabinets or shelves. Can you rent out your “space” and move out your storage and put it in a far corner of the basement. Yeah! I’m so happy you are getting the plumbing, heating and cooling in! That will make a huge difference.
Our current space is a triplex (one unit is a vacant commercial space that we use for storage). Our tenants upstairs pay our mortgage each month. As soon as the HVAC is up and running Kim will join me here full time. I imagine by the middle of July everyone will be here (dogs, cat and Kim).
@@The2ndEmpireStrikesBack by mid July all will be moved in? Dogs, cats and Kim? Sounds like my house, dogs, cats but I have no Kim, BUT I do also have birds. Lol 😆 🤣
Glad to hear you feeling better.
Things really are ramping up! The fact that you'll be able to shower soon in the house is mind-blowing!! You've come so far even in the last six months!
The house is coming along Caleb! The house is looking good, every time you bring out a new video.... you and Kim are doing a great job!!! Having the house tour would be great! People from all over coming to the tour, says a lot about the beauty of the house, you're vision of keeping it authentic, and the restoration of the home, resonate with people, to see a glimpse of a neighborhood reclaiming it's past. Congratulations Caleb for starting the movement....RESTORATION, NEIGHBORHOOD, HOMES, AMERICAN HISTORY 👏 👏👏👏❤
Yes, please make a "Walk through Tour" video. That would be lovely to see.
Do you ever get cold chills when you talk about things being made for the Brown house on Mr. Brown's tools? If you do, I believe that's Mr. Brown thanking you for saving his home.
I'm glad for you and all the upcoming updates. Makes my heart happy. Yes, please show us a tour.
So very sorry for your loss. I think a piece of my heart goes with each and every furbaby I have had…..It’s heartbreaking
Yes! Please show the tour! I'm so glad you are able to get the big things done so you can live and work comfortably. Keep up the great work!
so exciting that your house is becoming a home 🥰! Its beautiful to see your passion and repairs being sympathetic to the original. Love watching you and Kim on your journey 🤩a tour would be great ! I couldn't afford to go across state because of gas prices ..
So happy that the tour was a great turn out.
People can be awesome and good for simplistic reasons when blood, sweat, and tears is what it takes to over come such a huge dream.
The best to you all.
Please do make a video of the home tour! We would all love to see it.
Life is hard, isn’t it? Losing beloved ones in our life. But we do keep them in our hearts. And so we never really lose them.
God bless and keep you.
Heck yes on a video tour! That would be wonderful! I live in Kansas City. And planned to drive over. Then the price of gas is 4.39. So I wasn’t able to go!
YES!!! Please do a home tour so we can all see what your guests did! I'm looking so forward to seeing all of the improvements and updates to come :)
Your humility and the depth that you care for animals and people is truly remarkable. May G-d bless you, your house and your family.
Sorry I missed the open house. A video on the tour would be great !
You guys are doing so good!! Keep up the great work (much of it hard and exhausting) but you will love it knowing you took the time to get her back to her glory :)
Thank you so much!!
Bravo for following your dream and putting in the hard work! I'm so glad I get to watch it happen. 😊
That is right, do not rush. Get it done right.
So beautiful.
Congratulations to you both I would love to see a tour hopefully one day I’ll come from Scotland 🏴 for a visit in person.Kaleb don’t forget to mention the merchandise I’ve already placed my order.
Yes on the tour. I would love that!
Greetings from Canada! 🇨🇦 I would LOVE a virtual tour if you have time and it’s not too much trouble! I’m so sorry for your loss. You’re exactly right, it’s like loosing a family member.
I'm so glad that you are getting some things that will make you more comfortable. The sweltering weather of summer will be more bearable with a shower, clean clothes (as needed), and air-conditioning. Saint Louis can have summers nearly as hot as where I live (Louisiana. )
Yes!! An update! Projects! A tour! Place looks great. 👌 💜💜💜
Never apologize! It is such a treat just to be allowed a peak into your home and the restoration that you are taking the time to do right. A video of the tour you gave would be amazing, but only if you have the time.
So excited for you to get the shower. It's awesome to have these beauties restored instead of torn down. Bless you and Kim for the attention to detail!
Us too!
I would love to see a tour of your house, I am happy you had a good turn out. I’m glad your week was better, having to say goodbye to our beloved pets is never easy. Great news that the plumber will be coming this week!! Hope that all goes swimmingly! 😃
I lost my beagle Daisy several years ago and I still have a hard time so my thoughts are with you and your family. The house looks great after your clean up. Can't wait to see more restorations!!!!
We use too do garden hose in back yard. For impromto shower when working on the home projects. The kids thought it was great!! A loss of a beloved pet is never easy. Lost my sweet cat belle. And rescued another cat this Jan. He fills the hole . But she will always be my heart.!! House looks beautiful!!
Sending you all so much love with the kids of Aspen! I'm so proud of you though, you are so incredibly strong and resilient. Best wishes! I would love to see the tour though!!
I'd love to see the tour. 👍
Did you loose a pup? That is so heartbreaking. We've had several dogs but my heart literally broke when we had to put down my 14 year old yellow lab, Bubba. It's been over 3 years and hear I am crying just writing to you about it. Me and him had a special bond. So I'm so sorry if you lost a beloved pup. 😔
Congrats on the tour! Sometimes just having the mess cleaned up allows you to cement the vision you have for the house, which helps keep you energized to get through the tough bits. So exciting that you are getting started in the kitchen, and even thinking about stoves! The mansard trims look incredible! Mr. Brown would be thrilled! :)
Sure wish I could have come to meet you and seen your house in person. One day.
Bless this house ❤️
Yes, please. House tour video!
It makes sense you'd find a limestone product in Chicago because a lot of houses and government buildings were built using Indiana limestone. My parents house built in 1958 had beautiful rough cut pieces of Indiana limestone under the front picture window as " brick". The rest of the house was finished brick on the front and common brick on the other 3 sides. The house cost $20,000 and my parents put $100 down to secure the purchase of the house with the developer. My how times and housing prices have changed.
Love all the house updates. I'd love to see a tour video.
Pets are dear to our hearts and we love them so much so their loss is hard to accept. I'm sure Aspen will be remembered with love and good memories of all the fun and goofy things he did.
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OMG!!! IT'S SO EXCITING!! I know you guys will be over the moon!!!!
Yes, please, we'd like to see the tour !
It's very nice to see the mantle clock ticking behind you!
I'm sorry I'm a little late posting this, but I want you to know I'm so sorry for your loss and I completely understand how it feels to lose a pet. My dog Bentley came into my life when I was just 8 years old, and he was my best friend all the way through high school. It was the most difficult thing I went through to deal with his loss when he finally passed, and throughout my entire life I've never been as close with another animal as I was with him. He was there for me when nobody else was, and I'll never forget him.
I am excited to see more being done. Go for it.
Great progress. Can’t wait to hear about the front facade repair. I’d love to see a video about the tour. Blessings and much success.
Oh Please make a video for us. All the progress is amazing.
Losing our fur babies is just as difficult as any other loss. My heart and prayers go out to you ♥️
I REALLY Enjoy your Channel and your Passion for this Grand Old Lady ! She is in Good Hands ! ;)
Glad you enjoy it!
Glad the tour went well, onward & upward!
Yes please! Give us that couldn't come the tour. 😁👍
Yes to tour👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Yes, please! Video tour!
Yes please tour...
I'm so excited for you! Things are really taking off. I can't wait to see the finished home when it is done. I plan to make a trip just to see your house then!
Thank you for the updates, the world needs more positive people such as yourself to make this journey bearable. God's blessing be upon you and all you put your hands to. Much love!!!
I'm so sorry for your loss!
You're doing such a beautiful job on your home! Blessings to y'all!
Absolutely would love to see a video tour of your tour last weekend! Losing a fur baby is never easy, they are such an important part of our families! ❤️ So excited about all the improvements that are coming! It can seem, from our perspective, that it takes so long to achieve completion of all these projects but knowing you are only one person, with Kim’s invaluable support, of course, it will be moving along faster after the plumbing is done! So interested in seeing what you will choose as a kitchen sink when you get to that point!
Most likely a copper sink like they have in the Campbell House.
Wonderful update! I would be interested in your house tour review! As for your power cleaning to get your place “company ready” for the tour; it can be just as important as your other projects and it allows you to really see how wonderful all your hard work shines! Sending prayers and sympathy to your Dad 🙏🏻
I admire anyone who takes on a project like this.
I hope you get the ability to take a shower in your new home very soon. Can't wait for more!! You are an incredible young man Kaleb. Wishing you and Kim all the best 💯❤️
We love you guys. Keep going. You have the strength of multitudes behind you!
Incredible as always Kaleb. I vote to see the house "cleaned up" as it might have been for the tour. But what you're showing here has been amazing to see. I think you all work so hard but as I've said before - it will be so worth it in the long run and you'll have a castle to be proud of - and you should be. Brilliant sir.
Caleb, the house looks great all cleaned up. Now, keep it that way! Seriously, a clean work area is a safe work area. The last thing you or Kim need is to get hurt while working on the house. After every job, clean up! There, now I’ll take off my safety trainer/ dad hat. 😊 So glad to here that the roof will be getting repaired and the house more habitable.
We do care :). About you, Kim, your dad and all the extended family and I'm sure I can speak not only for myself but for many of us out there who watch your videos that you definately brighten our day everytime :)
Yes please, I would love to have a virtual tour.
The house looks great. So much progress.
Wow, I will always cheer for you in Korea I'm looking forward to a great video. Have a nice day.