Everything I Built Got Destroyed By Termites // Costa Rica Renovations Episode 4
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I keep thinking it's time to just move on from the bus.
Absolutely 👍 There's no investment in a rusting home. Just build a simple home with local materials that are bug and weather resistant
Agreed.
You need to perhaps lay an epoxy floor or bug barrier. More wood will succumb to the jungle.
Too risky & time consuming to reno the bus; esp. if timber is used…again. Time to build something more solid for the family.
Use it as a shed / storage, nothing more
Agree with most comments here - the bus is a lost cause. You can’t expect that kind of construction to survive the Costa Rican environment… high humidity, heat, torrential rain, ants and termites and all in a rain forrest. Whatever you do, the little buggers will find a way back in to all those hidden spaces, cracks and crevices to nest, feast and multiply.
Your dad is really a legend. Wow, he never complains. You are so lucky to have him! Amazing video...
I know the bus is nostalgic but… it’s a never ending headache… it’s not worth putting your family into health issues. It’s not made for this climate.
Could not agree more!
Thank you. It had to be said.
Love your optimism Louis, but may want to reconsider this. If you replace with more wood, only a matter of time before the ants and termites return. That entire bus is infested. Can't imagine Neo there.
I hope youre going to buy your friends a new vacuum Louis! Theres no way that hoover would be coming back into my home 😂
Exactly
Dad is the real MVP! such a satisfying demolition!
Three cheers for Louis’ dad!🤯 Every kid deserves a parent with that much love and dedication
Thinking the same as others its time to scrap the bus its going to be a money pit. To build a cover for it and to build around it and then refurb the interior would.cost more and take longer than building a simple bedroom and living space from scratch as part of your home. You may have let Siya's inspiration set too deep and be letting their outcome blur your own ideas without looking at your different situation. Your dad was fab and worked so hard bless him. Maybe donate the bus as a fun classroom.to.the school you're raising money for and some of you residents with renovation experience could make it a project with locals.
My skin is itching from watching this.
I know, right? Louie and his dad are troopers. Heebie jeebies here
This is disgusting. Don't do a half ass job man please. Strip it down to bare. Weld it shut. Strip it down to metal then zinc chromate it for rust protection then make every SINGLE area water tight. Bring in some good expertise and advice. If you do a half assed job again bro your going to be wasting your money. Check your rubber seals. Every grommit. Treat the bottom of the bus with rust protection. I just can't imagine you doing a proper job on this bus unless you get in the hands you need and the knowledge. Don't forget vapour barriers. Your gonna be spending money but why don't you spend that money on a basic out building rather than doing up the bus. Build a habitable outhouse. Concrete base floor brick it up weather seal it and build a huge deck
I agree...seems a waste of money to restore the bus when you can build outhouse...
I completely agree. The termites will find any tiny hole. If you don’t start from bare metal you won’t know you plugged every hole.
I don't ever comment, but I have to bring Louis' attention to this comment here. Please, start from scratch
I agree. How could you ever close an eye in this bus again without stripping everything down to the bare metal, coating everything to protect from rust, and making upgrades so this same thing won't happen again?! Insane to me. Love this channel, but this is beyond disgusting Louis.
Not a very nice way to put it.
I do think it will end up costing a lot of money. That said, I imagine and hope that the costs are more than offset from the revenue generated from the making of the videos.
Oh god i would never sleep...just start fresh if its going to be your forever home, take the time to do the best possible build
i have watched this channel for a few years , i honestly think this guy is awesome he just gets on with life and overcomes obsticals in his way .
i almost never comment ! but i feel like i have to now . [ please do not put wood into the reconstruction ] you are living in a wood eaters paradise .
if i were you i would patch the metalwork with fiberglass [ as you do not intend to use this bus to travel with ] replace the floor with cement boarding [ termites will not eat it ]
any walling you put in use metal stud walling . any wood you put in make sure you treat it with a borax solution and let it soak in well . do not use ply wood ..... termites eat everything in the inside .
omg...burn that wood!
Press on and ignore the naysayers...
@@adrianwalker1242Have you ever dealt with termites in the tropics? Don’t think you realize how easily termites wreck homes especially in tropical climates, which is so expensive to fix. It can also be difficult to get insurance for such damage in certain tropical areas. And here he is, du king mountains of live hungry termites onto his own foundation, making sure they will be digging their tunnels underneath and swarm nearby wooden homes. Nice!
louis dad is such a cool dude 😎
Loved seeing him again
You are so fortunate to have such a hard working Dad. He definitely helped you out tremendously. Thanks Dad🎇
For what u will need to replace and counting the cost of trying to rebuild this bus u would be better off building a tiny house on your land, but good luck hope it all works out. 😊 21:32
I’ve commented before. I would get rid of the expensive rental in Brighton. A one bed is all you need and not in the most expensive area. Save every penny for CR. Or rent somewhere there and focus entirely on saving to build a base there. Can stay with friends/ family in UK? Idk, lots of things to consider and things we don’t know about as viewers, I’m sure. Love these videos. Wish you the best.
I think it is time to junk the bus. Time to start with new materials that are weatherproof and termite resistant. That would create a healthier environment for your family. Termites and ants will find any tiny hole.
The termites will talk about this for generations. The great electric tornado of 2024 😢
How wonderful to get all this time and experiences with your dad and get it on film . Treasured mementos for sure. Also he's an absolute legend with all the work he's doing.
I think take it all out and start again just one little termite can continue causing loads of damage!
Wow the bus demo really ended up going back to the bare bones. Kudos to Louis’ Dad for coming to help and doing so much work.
I think I’d be avoiding adding any wood back in there, and similarly when designing the house you intend to put on your land. You don’t want to end up in a constant battle against the bugs eating your home.
Your dad is really good at UA-cam he’s good at angles and explaining things I really enjoy seeing him take over a little for his bits and bobs
Oh no! Obviously you’re going to have to rebuild. I’m not an expert but have friends that have built in Costa Rica. Please consider using concrete, metal studs in your construction. Any lumber will be eaten through by termites. It’s not just a coincidence that your wood was wet and was eaten up, it’s that it was plain old wood. You may be able to use native CR hardwood in some areas. Check out Nomadic Movement on YT. Jordan goes into detail on lots of his videos that you can’t use wood in that climate.
A lot of people against rebuilding the bus judging from the comments XD Aman has some good points. The more and more mites that appeared, the rust damage, it has to definitely be stripped to bare metal, repair +seal . Rust protective paint, has to be the starting point. Literally all from scratch it's a mahoosive job :O Have to say I didn't expect it to be that bad considering you were just laying some flooring haha. Hope it all turns out well, 100% have to go bare and build up from the bottom, need a good foundation first :D
I’m really sorry you are dealing with such a loss. It makes me think that this experience will shape how you build your house. It’s a wet climate and that destroys wood. You might like seeing Da Jungle Boy and the Nomadic Movement are building in Panama that takes into consideration the climate.
MVP Louis’ dad. What a hero
RIP Siya’s vacuum
Yeah, you need to buy it from him, you can’t just hand it back after that!
That's exactly what I was thinking! @@SPDTDL
How nice of you and Raya to support the termites with your bus build...my skin is crawling.
Bugs gotta eat you know ;)
Louis your dad is the coolest! ❤ glad he was there to help!
Louis, your dad is a legend.
Try teak wood when you rebuild, you still want to put on something to deter the bugs, but they’re vicious out here.
We built with wood, put on an anti-mold product mixed with Borax for bug prevention, found several different other products we added to each piece of wood. Tints mixed with borax, several coats of finish, etc.
good luck with whatever you choose.
There are several other woods you can use but some are much heavier than others.
Thank you for the recap ! What a journey!!
OMG your Dad is blimmin' amazing!! Love him big time for all he has done with the bus!
Wow Louis once again I have to say how unbelievable your father is!! I can't wait to see him again. You both are so awesome.
heartbreaking to watch it gutted
Your dad is a Rockstar!!! Love seeing him on your channel. Good luck with the Reno’s….I’m. Glad you are doing it right…strip it down!
Ouch. There is no way id be rebuilding in there until you're 100% sure every single termite is gone. Even then, completely infuriated me that you just dumped them on the ground without killing them. They will be back as soon as you start rebuilding, plus they will end up in all trees and houses in the area. Such a shame
Your dad is amazing!! You two rocked that demo!!
Feel like you could buy a tiny home while you build the house and get rid of the bus. Just an idea.
Louis is an extremely kind and inspirational person (the "alright, i'm off now to run up a mountain" was pretty cool there at the end) but it's because of things like this (i.e., the bus situation) that I stopped watching the channel. I know his main message is "just do it" but the part where he doesn't "research it" / "think it through" just wasn't for me anymore. I genuinely hope he takes the advice given in the comments section on this one.
Your dad is awesome. Always loved seeing in the old vlogs and love seeing him in the new vlogs
Louis , your dad is amazing!❤️
We saw this comming in the previous episode ...i just thought this is not good enough....you have to spray the whole bus prior to any work!
Yeah from the first episode seeing the rotten floor and him not realising the mold would come back...
Im extremely happy that youtube algorithm brought me back here . Happy to see you and Raya still together . Sending you tons of positive energy all the way from Dimitrovgrad.
BRAVO to your DAD all his hard work Great Job !!!!
Jack of all trades, master of none. Like others have said, you either get some professional help, or cut your losses and get rid of that hazard of a bus! It is dangerous and irresponsible to have your family inside there.
Retire the bus is a money pit and build something you can stand up right in.
I'm usually optimistic that anything can be repaired... But that bus, in that environment, i'd sell it as a project and build something more appropriate - you're polishing a turd trying to keep insects out of a bus there.
Louis you honestly inspire me. You never let stuff get you down. Do you have a mantra you say when stuff gets annoying? Would love to hear it if so! X
I’m loving this series! Can’t wait to see the finished product! What is the timing for starting the rebuild?
I watched Louis since blended mice or rats whatever it was He’s come a long way! Love it!!
Your dad is a saint...what a great dad...viv
Admire your vision ! I believe with hard work this can again be a habitable space ! But I must say the sunk cost fallacy does spring to mind.
Your dad did rock in this demo, this must be heart renching to gut out everything , but you made the right decision .
The breakdown of the back ground story that led to here was nice
I don't know how you two are doing all this work without squirming everywhere haha. Incredible work, love to see the progress!!
I hope you know what an awesome super hero your dad is!!!!
You can’t even stand up straight in this bus! For the sake of your family, build something suitable & nice that will last & can be sprayed for bugs! 😊
Hi Louis great video. I hope you manage to get rid of those ants 🐜 your Dad is a gem bless him xx
I’m thinking just gut the interior and rebuild everything due to the termite and water damage. It just makes the most sense if you are going to be living in the bus for a few years.
Whoa I didn't realize this was Felix and Mogli's bus, I'm pretty sure they were the first (or at least close to the start) of alternate living/vanlife content for me! We're all so connected.
If you want the bus as a permanent piece of your house or even at least two years out of it… do it right! Spend the time and energy to properly seal, ventilate, bug proof this thing.
Louis has a wonderful family and great role model in his father. I think thats one big reason why he, himself is a great dad.
I enjoy these vids sm
Not something to watch before you go to bed
Or while you are eating!😁
I think the bus is great. & anything is achievable because rarely is a problem original....
also your dad is the main character.
v i1 They always choose something interesting and relevant k7
Yeah.... Full refit from bare skeleton is needed I think. As lovely as the build was. It's had a long life and gotten many gaps and holes that these critters love. This no longer is the custom motorhome it once was.
I used to watch Louis all the time and then stopped after the world flight and seeing how frustrated JP was getting with him. This just popped up and it’s so infuriating to watch because like many other times, common sense is not used. It’s clear the bus is not and never will be viable to use again, but instead of writing it off and building something habitable for his family, he’s chucking money at a lost cause due to a lack of common sense.
The Unhappiness Bus keeps on giving.
Oh wow termite city ! I think it’s time for back to the basic of the metal of the bus and fumigate the whole thing first ! Hope it all works out you and your dad worked so hard 🥰
Your Dad needs a vacation after his visit.😊
I like how he says the bus is customized since he added a roof rack to it 😂
Louis your dad is such a ninja, he’s Omazing we see where you get your drive stamina and skill from now lol 😂
I recommend you refloor with LVP once you get it all welded and patched up- it’s waterproof and you can get it backed with cork. It would stand up to the insects and climate much better than the laminate option. Good luck!
IN THE BIN!
I would set it on fire and move back to the uk , your dedication is amazing, good luck , great to watch I must say , peace ✌️
I’ve not watched Louis in YEARS n what a shame
I agree. The Costa Rican environment just basically ate that bus! Hard to watch 😭
I know the plan was to have this be bedrooms but I think because of all the damage either scrap it altogether or keep it very bare and have it serve as an outdoor living room or playroom.
Best to do it the right way! Strip it back and seal it up!
Omg your dad is amazing!🎉
i've seen some busses being heightened. would that be something now that it's stripped again and you don't plan to move it? so once it's your bed-, and livingroom, you can actually stand up?
We lived in the Florida Keys for 10+ years and can’t event start to explain the strength of mold/insect goodness knows what infestation. Props to you and your dad for working through this but just know it’s an ongoing battle. Your neighbors were smart with there concrete builds and if you use the same theory you’ll be fine.
I've owned a home in El Salvador multiple years, which is a similar climate. It ruins everything! It's not a leak to be concerned about, but the HUMIDITY that comes in the rainy season. It even causes problems with my concrete walls. Also, the insects are difficult to keep under control. It's much different than the north. Good luck!
YOUR ALL 100%+, REAL PURA VIDA ❤🎉
The vacuum 😮
I love your dad 😁❤
*I would just turn that bus into a chillout office spot with simple furniture, maybe a nice coffee machine and nice outside deck rather than a home. and eventually you can build a minimal cabin around it. go check out Sasha Juliard's cabin. He is located in Costa Rica too*
leaving the bus like that exposed to the elements for a long time will always give issues...just take it back to the metal, get rid of he rusted parts and treat the metal with anti rust etc. Get rid of all the wood and use it for firewood and start fresh. looing forward to how you do the project. good luck
love you for trying to keep the bus,, but i would never allow my baby in it, time to move to plan b , good luck
Your dad was an absolute star.
Such a shame that it was left to fall into such a state of disrepair. The original owners did such a lovely job building that bus, it should have had many years of life left in it. Please do a proper thorough job with this renovation otherwise you’ll be ripping fresh work out again in another year and wasting more resources.
Don’t use the bus for your permanent home! Live in it temporarily while you build but let it live a different life after. Maybe rent it to others for temporary housing after? Why not make your house one structurally sound strong design? The bus ain’t it!
Wow this bus must of weighed a few 100 tons. I think you should just send it to the acrap heap
Just start building your guest house and forget about the bus. It is heartbreaking but, consider you might just be wasting your money when you can invest it in something more permanent and durable.
I wouldn’t live in that bus .. the bugs will never be gone now.. sad to see but it sat for awhile ..
crazy nvr kne2 you guys had shower until you started cleaning first time in Costa Rica when Raya was not there
I know you are in costa rica but i used to like the jazz music in the background too.
They didn’t put tar underneath the shower floor tiles ?