How we saved our 110+ Year-Old Chimney

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  • @jeanettesantarelli1795
    @jeanettesantarelli1795 20 днів тому +40

    Merry Christmas to you and your family. May it be blessed with much joy, peace, and laughter.

  • @sarah7022
    @sarah7022 20 днів тому +47

    I saw your content on tick tock, someone else stole your content and was flogging it off as their own content. Don’t worry I have your back, I told every person who commented that this content was stolen, all 100 of them. I told the content creator that he stole this content from you guys and he is a liar! He would be completely humiliated.

    • @dingvelasco6102
      @dingvelasco6102 19 днів тому +8

      I've done the same thing to the content of Erik Vanquist that was stolen. Every last commenter was told it was stolen content; the uploader was a thief of intellectual property rights.

    • @ashleyfalcon125
      @ashleyfalcon125 16 днів тому +1

      😍 It’s true… not all hero’s wear capes! 🫶

    • @ankiking
      @ankiking 9 днів тому

      Great work!

  • @vivienbailes7009
    @vivienbailes7009 19 днів тому +9

    I am impressed at how much work you do. Most of it will never be seen in the finished renovation but was absolutely necessary to make your house structurally sound and to conform to current building requirements. I admire your commitment and work ethic regarding renovating your farm house.

  • @jimdelong949
    @jimdelong949 20 днів тому +19

    I really like watching Illia work. He has some great ideas and it's always interesting to see how he fixes problems he comes across.
    I like the wood stove recessed into the wall.
    Thanks for sharing

  • @saraoliveira8321
    @saraoliveira8321 20 днів тому +10

    The Inspector surely approves! I am very impressed with your relentless attention to detail and drive to complete the project. It looks amazing. Merry Christmas to you all. Enjoy your new stove.

  • @knelson5442
    @knelson5442 20 днів тому +8

    I think you need to design and patten a cover for cement mixers that limits the amount of particulates reaching the operator. Your bag and band method is outstanding. When I see small food containers with pop on lids I think of your mixer. A large plastic lid that seals the mixer while mixing, that easily snaps on to standard sized models and possibly one that has an easy open/close mechanism that lets you look at your mortar and/or add more material. Easy. With your design skills it will be a huge success.

  • @eileenstec7862
    @eileenstec7862 19 днів тому +6

    Marina’s careful editing placement of “like & subscribe “ graphics over Ilia’s , ahem, backside always make me chuckle

  • @Rudi-Mhz
    @Rudi-Mhz 19 днів тому +3

    The Cat is lucky...the oven is hot again ! What a big big job ! At least both chimneys can be used again👍👍👍 Merry Christmas ❤

  • @desertrose2059
    @desertrose2059 20 днів тому +19

    Wow that took a lot of effort but you will really appreciate having kept it as a working heat source. Great work.

  • @virginiagoodale9069
    @virginiagoodale9069 19 днів тому +14

    Love that you are making the living conditions better for the inspector.

  • @JudithGolding
    @JudithGolding 20 днів тому +10

    Such a lovely wood burner! All that labor for such a beautiful fireplace. Definitely cat approved.

  • @joannamontoya8261
    @joannamontoya8261 18 днів тому +6

    Illia, your brick 🧱 work has come a long way. Your ability to adapt to do whatever needs to be done is amazing!! Great job 👏!!!!

  • @dianalyman5950
    @dianalyman5950 20 днів тому +9

    You are now looking back on some of the toughest jobs! From here going forward should feel a wee bit easier. Thank you for bringing us along to encourage us all that hard work is it's own reward. Rest and enjoy your holidays. Merry Christmas 🤗❤️🌈🙏🕊️💙💛🕯️

  • @gunthervanmechelen4358
    @gunthervanmechelen4358 20 днів тому +15

    De schouw zal nooit verslijten, die blijft voor altijd. Mooi werk👍

  • @dorothykopaskey9447
    @dorothykopaskey9447 20 днів тому +23

    I like the chimney renovation, perseverance shows in your work.😊 May you and your family have a blessed holiday.

  • @lisakilmer2667
    @lisakilmer2667 20 днів тому +11

    I am very impressed with your solutions to your chimney problems.

  • @ladythunderbird1483
    @ladythunderbird1483 20 днів тому +8

    Great job, you’re very good at brick laying now Illia. Funny video with the whoh-whaa! The original wood stove is very stylish. I like it very much. Glad to see it all working and warming Anneke.

  • @Fearnstein
    @Fearnstein 20 днів тому +4

    Love that idea to place a plastic bag over the mixer. Have a great Christmas and a peaceful new year

  • @toddylu6869
    @toddylu6869 20 днів тому +11

    Chimney looks great…Illia does great work ! Love the mortar music!

  • @Scrambler49
    @Scrambler49 19 днів тому +3

    I completely understand your statement about being on the 5th day of your 2 day project, I have the same estimating power on my projects.

  • @madampolo
    @madampolo 19 днів тому +4

    You have become an excellent bricklayer! It is very smart to save all the old bricks you saved from taking down the other buildings and walls.

  • @amydig63
    @amydig63 19 днів тому +3

    This is so exciting! How wonderful to know that you will be able to maintain and handle any issues with your home from here on out! Ilya needs to be certified as a mason, carpenter, electrician and plumber! He can do almost anything! Merry Christmas to your entire family!

  • @michaelwinn8324
    @michaelwinn8324 19 днів тому +2

    This classic old farm house, the barn, and other buildings are amazing; but even more amazing are the two of you! You both work at outside jobs in very technical fields and you are raising two children (who need and get your attention), and yet still you have energy and vision - and patience - to continue moving ahead on this construction. Wow! The lovely future you are crafting is well deserved. I just hope you take time off for your family and the two of you enough to avoid burnout.

  • @MarkJones-df1fo
    @MarkJones-df1fo 16 днів тому +1

    I've been watching your channel from the start, I just wanted to say the workmanship is amazing. The skills to renew such a lovely timeless building is such a massive achievement and the cinema photography is superb. Well done and thankyou for sharing journey.

  • @denniswray470
    @denniswray470 20 днів тому +7

    You are doing a remarkable job of the renovation and I enjoy watching all your content. Merry Christmas and a fulfilling and productive New Year to you both.

  • @breabeyrouti7834
    @breabeyrouti7834 19 днів тому +3

    The chimney was a mangled mess! Incredible job making it functional and beautiful

  • @ElizabethAdams-Marks
    @ElizabethAdams-Marks 19 днів тому +5

    Congratulations!!! I remember when you began your chimney saga years ago. Your ingenuity and work ethic is admirable. All that you two have accomplished is incredible! 👏👏👏👏👏

  • @LanaMcAra
    @LanaMcAra 19 днів тому +2

    I always look forward to your videos. In English, a wooden stove is a stove constructed from wood. A wood stove is a stove that burns wood. Your English is doing so well, I wanted to give you that little tip. Former ESL teacher. LOL

  • @angiebrain67
    @angiebrain67 19 днів тому +4

    Great job guys and your English is just amazing Illia.

  • @Valmtg
    @Valmtg 19 днів тому +4

    Yay! Another milestone accomplished and just in time for Christmas!

  • @ЕленаАлексеева-х5о
    @ЕленаАлексеева-х5о 19 днів тому +3

    Наснаги вам,мої любі українці!!!Пишаюся вами.З повагою.

  • @louisescottc6023
    @louisescottc6023 20 днів тому +6

    You two are like the little engine could story. Impressive 😊

  • @elizabethcave7666
    @elizabethcave7666 20 днів тому +4

    @13:54. Look at that beautiful brickwork 😻❤️

  • @joannarainbow1852
    @joannarainbow1852 19 днів тому +3

    Thank you for this thoughtful and entertaining video, in happy for you that you’ve crowned the three years of chimney story in time for Christmas this year.

  • @cynthiabruns7178
    @cynthiabruns7178 19 днів тому +10

    The inspector need a comfy cat bed for Christmas, one that has a little roof and walls with a small opening facing the stove. Cat heaven!

  • @robinlogan8099
    @robinlogan8099 18 днів тому +2

    Congrats on the chimney. I admire your perseverance.

  • @karenwerth8484
    @karenwerth8484 20 днів тому +11

    Great job the chimney’s look wonderful

  • @joycecole4956
    @joycecole4956 18 днів тому +2

    A long job beautifully done! Keep up the good work it will all be finished…………sometime,❤️

  • @StafPypen
    @StafPypen 18 днів тому +3

    I still think it's a great idea to cover the cement mixer while it's turning. I should use that trick too 😊

  • @glennwoods2462
    @glennwoods2462 20 днів тому +14

    Congratulations on reaching your chimney milestone ❗❗❗
    You have done really really well 👏👏👏👏👏👏👍👍👍👍👍

    • @marthacancerng
      @marthacancerng 20 днів тому +1

      I loved this video, super I had a misfortune, I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. I also created a channel and am trying to move in that direction, but so far not very successful((kfm

    • @DoreenBown
      @DoreenBown 20 днів тому +1

      @@marthacancerngSo so sorry to hear that. Hope you have a good recovery.

  • @peggydecker9162
    @peggydecker9162 20 днів тому +8

    Love your hard work...looks fabo...and the music is great!!!♡♡♡

  • @alechit4
    @alechit4 20 днів тому +7

    Quedó bellísimo 🎉🎉🎉🎉 saludos desde argentina rosario

  • @cmdrshanegooseman
    @cmdrshanegooseman 19 днів тому +3

    techno-Maryna ;) nice style

  • @SueMcKee-wi8mw
    @SueMcKee-wi8mw 18 днів тому

    The brick with the sign on it may be a keystone. They were usually the last brick put into a house wall.

  • @Ragnar8504
    @Ragnar8504 15 днів тому +1

    There's also the option of a cast-in-place mortar liner. That's a fancy word for plastering the inside of the flue. I've watched contractors do that a few times. They drop a rope all the way down from the roof, tie a piece of old foam mattress to the rope and pull that up the chimney while pouring down a very wet plaster mix from the top. That seals the mortar joints between the bricks.

    • @DeHoeveOldBelgianFarm
      @DeHoeveOldBelgianFarm  15 днів тому +1

      This one is the best. But we couldn’t find a contractor who does it in Belgium.

  • @crmlcd
    @crmlcd 18 днів тому +2

    Congratulations, Stonemason Extraordinaire 🥇🏆🥇🏆🥇🏆

  • @peterhicks3516
    @peterhicks3516 19 днів тому +2

    All of that work carefully knocking down walls, saving bricks and then cleaning them and carrying them up ladders and steep stairways has paid off.

  • @marielenejarno423
    @marielenejarno423 20 днів тому +4

    Félicitations pour cet excellent travail, vous serez récompensé quand vous pourrez vous assoir devant votre poêle. Anneke est tellement heureuse d’avoir un peu de chaleur. Bonnes fêtes de fin d’année. 🎄

  • @mikecantonwine256
    @mikecantonwine256 18 днів тому +2

    I have been watching since the beginning . YOU two amaze me ,your work is great. I really enjoy your show !!

  • @Seelieness
    @Seelieness 20 днів тому +3

    One more thing ticked off the list and one step closer. You did a great job. Різдвом христовим!

  • @thomasday8155
    @thomasday8155 20 днів тому +5

    Just spent the last 4 days in Belgium. Staying in Brussels, but we did daytrips to Mechelen, Leuven and Antwerp. With all this rainy weather, it is amazing all the work you get done.😊

  • @DaerBR
    @DaerBR 19 днів тому +2

    Неймовірна робота!

  • @claasstuermann579
    @claasstuermann579 18 днів тому +2

    Das hast Du sehr gut Gemauert!!

  • @reannejarvis9464
    @reannejarvis9464 19 днів тому +3

    Awesome achievement. 🇦🇺🎸⚡️🤘🏼🤘🏾💋💙

  • @eagle1de227
    @eagle1de227 18 днів тому

    Congratulation for the achievement of this milestone and merry Christmas !

  • @Fearnstein
    @Fearnstein 20 днів тому +5

    The chimney looks great, well done

  • @jdkerk
    @jdkerk 20 днів тому +4

    Illia is amazing at bricklaying!

  • @brucen4719
    @brucen4719 20 днів тому +4

    Merry Christmas to all of you! We want to see you two trying more new beers!

  • @wileycoyotesr8623
    @wileycoyotesr8623 19 днів тому +2

    A big time achievement. You still have a long ways to go. You appear tired. Why not take some time off, sleep, get a change of scenery, and come back refreshed. We won't desert you.
    Happy Holidays from our family to yours. 👍👍👍

  • @scottensley9964
    @scottensley9964 20 днів тому +7

    That was some record speed on the brick laying. I'm always impressed at how talented you are with all of the trades. Cannot wait to see what you do next. Also, just wanted to wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas this year.

    • @janislohman8125
      @janislohman8125 20 днів тому +1

      Absolutely, his talents show in his work. Hes very patient.

  • @hilliebruinsma8420
    @hilliebruinsma8420 20 днів тому +3

    The cat need to look if everthing is done ok lol , have a merry christmas to you and your family 🌲

  • @25emann
    @25emann 19 днів тому +1

    hand made bricks, Illya.You have some makers marks. They were paid by the brick so tagged their products. but often a thumbprint. Or unique cipher. And great videos guys...

  • @blueclue57
    @blueclue57 20 днів тому +4

    My mother used a lot of vermiculite in her garden work. Then we discovered that vermiculite sold in the USA contained asbestos. We haven't used vermiculite for many years now.

  • @penihavir1777
    @penihavir1777 17 днів тому

    Interesting that there’s a new type of vermiculite. I’m glad that it’s safe!
    Good job on the chimney. ♥️

  • @neilbendon844
    @neilbendon844 19 днів тому +2

    I luv this show!!. I've watched it from the first one.

  • @gelsilicawalker3835
    @gelsilicawalker3835 20 днів тому +7

    Merry Christmas to all & you have amazing skills !

  • @y.lelivelt2619
    @y.lelivelt2619 20 днів тому +1

    In the Netherlands 🇳🇱 we discourage the woodburner. Its because of the people who have the disease COPD.
    They hardly can breath because of the smoke coming out of the pipes.
    In some citys its not allowed to use a wood stove/ woodburner.

  • @denysorange1305
    @denysorange1305 20 днів тому +5

    On this brick is the Masonic symbol and initials of the masons who worked on this house.

  • @scottbennier1335
    @scottbennier1335 20 днів тому +4

    Merry Christmas to You Guys…….. have a good one…… cheers from Oz 🇦🇺🥰

  • @marcostefanello2495
    @marcostefanello2495 20 днів тому +5

    What a massive work Ilia ! King of extimation 😂

  • @fredlarge8209
    @fredlarge8209 19 днів тому +2

    Thanks!

  • @soilihenriksson3696
    @soilihenriksson3696 20 днів тому +3

    You do best chimney I have seen. Once in my familys home was so terrible, that smoke came in.

  • @donnamullins2089
    @donnamullins2089 20 днів тому +2

    Day two of the Chimney Challenge. Illia you are funny. Looks really nice. You always clean up and get on to the next project. Can't wait for flooring upstairs.
    Wishing you and your family a Blessed and Merry Christmas and very Happy New Year 2025.

  • @robinschwab5172
    @robinschwab5172 17 днів тому

    Nice brick work!!!

  • @catherinepledge7787
    @catherinepledge7787 16 днів тому +1

    Don’t worry Ilia, many of us are ‘master of estimate’

  • @notumbusbumbus3871
    @notumbusbumbus3871 19 днів тому +1

    You two are truly incredible, such a committed undertaking with this home. Its been a real experience following your channel.

  • @susantoth685
    @susantoth685 19 днів тому +1

    You are amazing!!! Fantastic work!!!😊

  • @bobbiebrandel3152
    @bobbiebrandel3152 20 днів тому +1

    That chimney you just completed is beautiful. I'm sure as picky as you are there will be some additional work, but man I am so impressed with it. Such an ordeal you have been through after purchasing a house with a "usable chimney"! However, in your house, as in my house, if the inspector is happy then all is well. Have a wonderful and warm Christmas if you can. It's been a bit nippy here in Idaho, but we are fortunate for it could be worse.

  • @Magarol2002
    @Magarol2002 20 днів тому +4

    Hello. Very, very great job, and very good video!!. Congratulations.

  • @uncafelix
    @uncafelix 20 днів тому +5

    I would advise, place a heatpump and floor heating. Fill up the chimney.

    • @ws4860
      @ws4860 18 днів тому

      Underfloor heating is bad for the veins and respiratory system, but in principle I would have solved the heating situation differently.

  • @geniestotz2240
    @geniestotz2240 18 днів тому

    Well, at least now you are sure it is safe to use. NOW. PLEASE finish the attic. I’m really interested in what your plan is for it. It can be such a beautiful retreat for y’all.❤❤❤❤❤

  • @robertdonaldson6584
    @robertdonaldson6584 20 днів тому +3

    Conngratulations on your three-year chimney project.

  • @heidibal255
    @heidibal255 20 днів тому +6

    Thank you 👍

  • @argee55
    @argee55 20 днів тому +2

    Ilia has gotten good with his brickwork. Thanks for sharing with us. Merry Christmas to you guys.

  • @PoteauCowboy
    @PoteauCowboy 18 днів тому

    Illia - The Mason, Plumber, Carpenter, Electrician.
    Merry Christmas to You All...
    JP...

  • @Murphycats
    @Murphycats 20 днів тому +4

    Well worth all the effort! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to your family.

  • @elainebusch9382
    @elainebusch9382 20 днів тому +5

    always so impressed in your projects..This one WOW.. Sending you a lovely holiday.. Merry Christmas

  • @nodaklojack
    @nodaklojack 20 днів тому +2

    Big job. Glad to watch it all. It took a long time to finish.

  • @lapsedluddite3381
    @lapsedluddite3381 20 днів тому +13

    Excellent work, the inspector approves! ❤️🧱❤️‍🔥🐈‍⬛❤️

    • @marthacancerng
      @marthacancerng 20 днів тому

      I loved this video, super I had a misfortune, I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. I also created a channel and am trying to move in that direction, but so far not very successful((mhhf

  • @Arnaud58
    @Arnaud58 19 днів тому

    @21:36 It sure is a milestone. It has been a job done with the right decisions made, well done!👴👌

  • @jillbeechey4453
    @jillbeechey4453 20 днів тому +1

    I wondered how you would fix those chimneys. They seemed too small to fix but you solved the problem.
    Merry Christmas to you and your family! 🎄 🇨🇦

  • @janecharlton6780
    @janecharlton6780 19 днів тому +1

    Happy Christmas to you all ❤

  • @tempus_fugit7366
    @tempus_fugit7366 20 днів тому +2

    In America we call that special insulation Vermiculite. It's great stuff.

  • @julieg6383
    @julieg6383 19 днів тому

    What a milestone to have all that done finally! You are both very clever and skilled with your hands to have learned so many new things while you have been renovating, well done!

  • @Altoid777
    @Altoid777 20 днів тому +1

    You must providefor a cleanout of your new flue liner to deal with soot buildup as well as the ability to chimney sweep your chimney flue. Ash and soot will buildup and potentially cause a chimney fire.

  • @barburich5796
    @barburich5796 20 днів тому +3

    Great job on chimney have a wonderful holiday

  • @jsaysyay
    @jsaysyay 18 днів тому

    Illia building the chimney
    me: 🕺💃🕺💃🕺💃🕺💃🕺💃🕺💃🕺 (tbh the music choices are one of my fav parts of this channel lol. one of a million things i love about this channel but still)

  • @hermithank9514
    @hermithank9514 20 днів тому +3

    Looks not bad!

  • @joncrisp7365
    @joncrisp7365 20 днів тому +3

    Awesome. Merry Christmas!

  • @elizabethcave7666
    @elizabethcave7666 20 днів тому +3

    @13:54. Look at that beautiful brickwork 😻❤️