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Day ONE in our 120 Year Old House a.k.a. paying for "sight unseen" 🏠 (ep. 1) 

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DAY ONE in our new-to-us, 120 year old Victorian mansion in Nova Scotia. An absolutely insane number of things happened to us one day one - there was water in basement, there was water pouring from the ceiling, we didn't have power in half of the house, or hot water in any of the house... it was a rough start! So we had to get our hands on a (used) water heater, start emptying out the basement, and start tackling the laundry list of things to do on the thoughtful renovation (restoration?! rehabilitation?) of this house....!
We arrived, walked around our house for the first time, found a roofer, a plumber, an electrician, started drying out the basement -installed sump pump- discovered a massive leak (ceiling waterfall), located a water heater, and came one step closer to finalizing our plan for heating this house. Plus we also filmed that house tour you watched last week… not bad for a day’s work!
Paying for "Sight Unseen"
What happens in this episode:
🏠 Unexpected challenges arise as we navigate renovations in a century-old house.
⛲ Challenges with basement water drainage and concrete slab discovered during sump pump installation.
⚒️ Unexpected repairs and a (risky) water heater purchase.
🔑 Challenges discovered in new home: water issues, missing gutters, useless door in bathroom lol
🏚️ Exploring the neglected basement filled with a mix of antiques and garbage.
🏡 Renovation plans for historic house and debate over original wall removal.
🏡 Challenges of buying a historic house as a self-employed artist and plans for short-term rentals
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@RyanMercer
@RyanMercer 4 месяца назад
I need so much more of this content.
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
....at least 5 more episodes lined up ☺️
@RyanMercer
@RyanMercer 4 месяца назад
@@ShannonMakes 🤘🤘🖤
@veronica5896
@veronica5896 4 месяца назад
Me too! Cant wait!
@zaclamitraille2
@zaclamitraille2 4 месяца назад
Cant agree more! Love that kind of content!
@therewillbecatswithgwenhwyfar
@therewillbecatswithgwenhwyfar 4 месяца назад
YESSSSSSSSS
@ladyflimflam
@ladyflimflam 4 месяца назад
As touring performers we bought a duplex for two reasons. 1-it was much more financially viable. 2-when we were away for weeks and sometimes months at a time it was reassuring to have a trusted and responsible tenant on the property rather than leaving it unoccupied. We lived in a college town at the time so there was no shortage of responsible, quiet, serious, early career academics to rent to.
@peglamphier4745
@peglamphier4745 4 месяца назад
I was thinking just that. Renters would be helpful when Shannon and Phil were out on the road.
@Tea-nOpals
@Tea-nOpals 4 месяца назад
I was born in Nova Scotia, attended high school in Montreal; dated a handsome french boyfriend, have a daughter named Shannon, love the circus, love interesting home renovations and creativity. I'm invested now, bring it on.
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Love that!!! Thanks so much 🥰
@the_quiet_life
@the_quiet_life 4 месяца назад
Plot twist: this was written by Shannon's mom
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
🤣🤣🤣 I love this novel!
@jjez61
@jjez61 4 месяца назад
Not gonna lie, Cannelle's tippy-tappies make my day! Thanks for including her. Best of luck to you in your endeavors and I will be eagerly awaiting all your videos!
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Of course! I did promise more #corgicontent, did I not! 🐶🥰
@canuck3169
@canuck3169 4 месяца назад
Keeping the houses separate makes sense, as a performer you don’t have a `regular’ income. Also while you’re away, your renters will be there to warn you if problems arise
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Totally!
@haydeenunn4372
@haydeenunn4372 4 месяца назад
Thank you for letting us in on your adventure! Twenty-five years ago we bought a house in Salem, MA that was 215 years old. The history was in the walls! We did lots of renovation before we had kids. One born in the house. In the 30's the house had been moved to the current lot and split into a 2:- family because of housing shortages.
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
You're very welcome... and that's fascinating!
@terrythomas2735
@terrythomas2735 4 месяца назад
Mark my word this channel is going to blow up and you’re going to have millions of people following you. Can’t wait for next week. ❤️
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
I'd be mildly surprised, but who knows. You can say you called it!
@pinkmosquito22
@pinkmosquito22 4 месяца назад
I second this. Video 2 from this series showed up on my recommended. I'm also a DIY, old home/architecture and general home renovation fanatic, so obviously I had to subscribe! 😂
@frankiedankymemes
@frankiedankymemes 4 месяца назад
I agree! I think a lot of people will be interested to see the history, the hard work & restore/reno! 😊 I'm in Ontario & I'm interested because it's in another province. I imagine people from all over the world will be super interested to see the outcome! And all the hard work. The outcome should lead to lots of rewatching if you don't get millions of views right away 😊
@John1.1.14
@John1.1.14 4 месяца назад
Agreed, new subscriber here, saw her vid last week, very interested. Came back for more! And browsed in her other videos, I'm also seamstress and loves her content. Will be following!
@bdgies2721
@bdgies2721 4 месяца назад
Got to the part where comments said the house couldn’t have originally been a duplex, and had to reply. Of course it could. 😂 My grandmother was born in a duplex farmhouse on the Alberta prariries in 1917. It was still used as such well into the 1970s, 10km from where I grew up. Duplexes were more cost efficient to built and heat when more than one family was involved in the farm or ranch. They weren’t common but they weren’t rare either.
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Yes! Thank you! And actually (as more and more comments trickle in), they're not at all unusual here in Nova Scotia!
@daxxydog5777
@daxxydog5777 4 месяца назад
Keeping the duplex option is the smartest decision for your situation! You'll have other people paying your mortgage for you.
@frankiedankymemes
@frankiedankymemes 4 месяца назад
I agree! Having a renter will help with the reno/restore/repair costs and then ultimately, the mortgage. Genius, really!
@susannechinn647
@susannechinn647 4 месяца назад
Shannon, my husband and I are restoring a 100 year old house in Queensland, Australia. When he was moaning, I patted his hand and said, at least the roof is not pouring water through the ceiling like Shannon’s in Canada. At least the radiators didn’t freeze and explode like Shannon’s house. I think keeping the duplex is sound as it will provide rental income and help pay the mortgage. ❤
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
LOLLL I'm so glad to hear that our woes are keeping your husband sane! Give him an extra pat on the hand for me!
@ccsullivan9164
@ccsullivan9164 4 месяца назад
I might be taking a typical American point of view but have you considered bringing legal action against Nova Scotia Gas and Electric? You might have to sue your new found pal, the realtor . He should be insured for such circumstances/catastrophes. I feel like a heel suggesting this but you’re facing a goodly stint as Bank of Shannon Makes and a little righteous legal action might be just the ticket, and appropriate. C’est la.
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
@ccsullivan9164 Ummm what‽ This is possibly the most ridiculous thing I’ve heard so far in the comments… what on earth would I be sueing my realtor for? Or Nova Scotia G&E?
@heatherjackson2520
@heatherjackson2520 4 месяца назад
​@ShannonMakes I have no idea what they are referring to you suing for but that is a common go-to and misconception for many fellow Americans, to believe that you can just sue for anything and should.
@Kiwi-Mel
@Kiwi-Mel Месяц назад
Our laundry pipes blew first night in our 1920 house - first house, first mortgage... Awful. Find good tradesmen and hang on to them!
@ericaeschenbacher4921
@ericaeschenbacher4921 4 месяца назад
Wow! I can relate to the heartache of letting go of all the potential treasures from the basement. Cleared out Mom's 100 yrs old flooded basement hoard. 😭 Hopefully bringing life back to your old home heals your heart as well.😻
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Thank you 😊
@dreed1058
@dreed1058 4 месяца назад
Boo, I'm so sorry you are having issues with the house! That basement is a nightmare - put a grow light and grow a monster from the sludge😂!! You guys have youth, energy & creativity - you'll get through this!! Best wishes 😊 ❤🎉
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Thank you 😊
@KlingonPrincess
@KlingonPrincess 4 месяца назад
Oh my goodness! Just started watching, I can see how being circus performers is convenient for home repair! 🤗
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
🤣🤣
@anitak_ilovepink
@anitak_ilovepink 4 месяца назад
You are the fourth RU-vidr in Nova Scotia that I follow on. Two bought houses sight unseen and are renovating them. @Elysia English and @Ariel Bissett
@wendyreynolds2261
@wendyreynolds2261 4 месяца назад
So, having owned, lived in, and renovated a nearly 100 yr old house, I really felt that the wall and dual staircases were original when I watched the first video. Moreover, 2-story duplexes were not out of the ordinary for the time. I'm glad you're not tearing the wall down and I'm excited to see where you take this!
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
YES! Thank you! 👏😁
@michaeltutty1540
@michaeltutty1540 4 месяца назад
If the two staircases are original you may well find the wall between the two parts of the house is structural. Removing it could prove prohibitively expensive as it would mean restructuring a good portion of the building. Even opening doorways causes issues because point loads have to be transferred down to new footings in the basement floor. In houses that old, even "non-structural" wall have become structural as the building has settled. Those non-load bearing walls have a way of triangulating loads to stabilize the structure.
@veronicahuffines7707
@veronicahuffines7707 4 месяца назад
​​@@michaeltutty1540 yes ! Divided houses like that have been common. Even if the wall wasn't originally structural ( and with two stairs it very likely is)it still might be now!
@thirza9508
@thirza9508 4 месяца назад
Oh how happy must Canelle be with all that green space around the house!
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Very happy!!
@sleeplessinscandia6452
@sleeplessinscandia6452 4 месяца назад
This was sooooo cool! I’m retired and we’ve owned and/or refurbished 3 houses between 100 and 125 years old. Sooo much work but so worth it. You show the basement damage and all I can think is…..”there’s a basement ?” Lucky……lol. It’s all going to be sooo beautiful when finished. I gotta tell you I’m kind of jealous…..lol!
@SIC647
@SIC647 4 месяца назад
I love this new series. I never thought I would follow house renovations, but it is so captivating. I also follow Laura Kampf and Ariel Bissett.
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Yes, I love Laura - have followed her for many years, long before she purchased Lise Lotte!
@Julia-zj2ch
@Julia-zj2ch 4 месяца назад
You might also enjoy Roaming Wild Rosie. She's amazing also.
@Sunila_DragonladyCH
@Sunila_DragonladyCH 4 месяца назад
@@ShannonMakesAmazing! I was actually making the parallels in my head as I was watching. I love how your job is a big perk when it comes to climb up on stuff etc :)
@SweGraystone
@SweGraystone 4 месяца назад
WabiSabE was also a nice Nova scotia based renovating channel to follow. Unfortunately they don´t seem to make videos anymore but there are plenty to watch from the past.
@peggynorton5145
@peggynorton5145 4 месяца назад
Also follow @ElyshiaEnglish
@jenniferbuckler6121
@jenniferbuckler6121 4 месяца назад
Nova Scotia has a number of these ancient duplexes. I considered buying one a number of years ago. They are beautiful but lots of work. You are courageous and I can’t wait to see the progress ❤
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
I didn't know that, but I'm not surprised either!
@mermaliade6631
@mermaliade6631 4 месяца назад
I love this! I think people don't realize how much water can damage stuff sometimes. 😅
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
SO much 😭💦
@mermaliade6631
@mermaliade6631 4 месяца назад
@@ShannonMakes our upstairs neighbor flooded our apartment and the water damage was bad, but not 'holy shit the basement is flooded bad'.
@katherinetrumm7022
@katherinetrumm7022 4 месяца назад
Water is a fudging nightmare. We've had a few issues with basement flooding.
@Gibbonomics
@Gibbonomics 4 месяца назад
Rent a commercial dehumidifier and drain it to your sump pit to dry it out down there quickly. Then you can add a normal residential dehumidifier to your new sump set up when you get that sorted. Hang in there and don't be discouraged....it takes time to work through the major issues on old homes.
@robine916
@robine916 4 месяца назад
We did something similar when our basement flooded. It really helped.💕💕
@upwithdowns
@upwithdowns 4 месяца назад
All I really thought after your first video was... how exciting for you. What a treasure trove for you. All the things left behind and the architectureal details to discover. How you will use and repurpose things will be fun and exciting to watch.
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Thank you so much! I can't wait either!
@frankiedankymemes
@frankiedankymemes 4 месяца назад
I'm so excited for this part! I believe there are so many hidden gems in there. I think Shannon will bring new life to them and the house in general! Can't wait tbh 😅😂
@BeaErickson
@BeaErickson 4 месяца назад
Shannon, I just sent you a contribution to your battle with your “ Dream” home… I like old houses too! 😂Really!
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Thank you so much, @beaErickson! That was incredibly kind, and much appreciated
@margaretsmith8066
@margaretsmith8066 4 месяца назад
You should watch "The money pit" with Tom Hanks it could be a comic relief 😊
@kristiswa
@kristiswa 4 месяца назад
Better yet, watch the movie that inspired The Money Pit: Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House. Cary Grant, Myrna Loy, Melvyn Douglas. Fabulous and hilarious. The book is great also.
@RobinT346
@RobinT346 4 месяца назад
I love your attitude with this project (and the commenters) and I am so excited to see progress
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
LOL thank you! The asshats of the internet can go suck rocks, and meanwhile I'll keep plugging away at my house and filming it for everyone else like you who appreciates it!!
@damogranheart5521
@damogranheart5521 4 месяца назад
They have compost for brains! You have accomplished so much from next to nothing! How could they have watched those videos and still thought that you and Phil could Not Do A Home Remodel!?!?! They are worse than pond scum. Pond sludge! Yep! 🕊Peace in your life and ❤️ 🐈‍⬛📚🫖🔭🧘‍♀️🖖🪺🌞
@frankiedankymemes
@frankiedankymemes 4 месяца назад
Basement sludge of the internet 😂
@damogranheart5521
@damogranheart5521 4 месяца назад
@@frankiedankymemes True that!
@Julia-zj2ch
@Julia-zj2ch 4 месяца назад
Good for you, telling it like it is! Duplexes have been around for a very long time. I'm very glad to have found you and this gargantuan project. You two are heroes just for cleaning out that basement! Love your style of video.
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Awesome! Thank you and welcome aboard! Appreciate the positive attitude 🥳
@bravehearticus
@bravehearticus 4 месяца назад
I felt that lamp 😂
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Feel instead for me, having to make that hard, hard decision! 🤣
@bravehearticus
@bravehearticus 4 месяца назад
@@ShannonMakes that's what I meant, I felt that emotion. It was beautiful
@anndowney487
@anndowney487 4 месяца назад
For me it was the bass drum! :D . Ah, well.
@jeno264
@jeno264 4 месяца назад
Oh Shannon, me too! 😂😭💖
@itsjean3666
@itsjean3666 4 месяца назад
So reminiscent of our 30 year reno of our 1870s house! We also had radiant heating, and needed to replace a couple of broken rads; we found them 2nd hand--very cheap. And redid the plumbing ourselves. This was 45 years ago, and they still are the best heat ever!
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Love radiators and radiant heating, and so wish that it would have been possible for us to do in our situation as well, because I agree, they're the best heat!!
@donnarichards2021
@donnarichards2021 4 месяца назад
This makes me think of my own journey when as a young woman I flew from Hamilton to Fredericton with 3 days to buy my first home. I never thought I would work so hard to renovate but believe me it is one of the best things I ever did!!! Congratulations on your new home purchase and I know you and you will do great with the renovation.
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
That is awesome! Congrats for being brave and having adventures!
@barbaraspector6689
@barbaraspector6689 4 месяца назад
Smart idea to rent out half of the house. Great income and you can keep an eye on it. That’s how I make my income. I love it and my tenants love me!
@creepycutiecrafty
@creepycutiecrafty 4 месяца назад
It looks both so exciting and hugely daunting! With the split house thing, both options are so tempting, but it seems from your walk around that even just one half of the house has a LOT of usable space and room to spare. Renting the other half would really help recoup your costs. Love watching this content, even seeing the bones being laid bare like this is so exciting!
@deb.m.7458
@deb.m.7458 4 месяца назад
There are a lot of old houses that need love. The world needs more people to renovate them. It’s not that bad. Have you seen those old French chateaus? It’ll be okay…a day at a time.
@deborahdanhauer8525
@deborahdanhauer8525 4 месяца назад
I’ve renovated a number (6, I think) of houses that I’ve owned. Some quite old, like yours and some not so old. I absolutely salute you for taking on the effort. I either lived or ran a business out of all my houses and I truly loved renovating them. It’s hard physical work and you have to keep several things in the air at once, but it’s soooo rewarding! I warn you, you might become addicted to the magic of it.❤️🤗🐝
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Thank you so much! 🥰🥰
@deborahdanhauer8525
@deborahdanhauer8525 4 месяца назад
@@ShannonMakes You’re welcome❤️🐝🤗
@smplyjenn
@smplyjenn 4 месяца назад
We’ve had a ton of snow and rain this year, along with power outages. Not just in our country but across Nova Scotia. I hope you, in the future think about a generator (Honda) to keep you warm during those times. Your home is absolutely beautiful and the journey to make it your own is going to be a treat for us to watch.
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Thank you 😊
@paulettemann500
@paulettemann500 4 месяца назад
I think the duplex is a great place for you. I once owned & lived in one. Once rented; you are living rent free, you have better tenants, someone is always watching your house when you’re out of town. Great idea!!
@glugunkwen
@glugunkwen 4 месяца назад
Stumbled upon you the other day and now I am hooked! Watching from Wisconsin, USA and can't wait to watch this adventure unfold!
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Welcome aboard!! Glad you're enjoying it all!
@lindasadler6338
@lindasadler6338 4 месяца назад
I love seeing more Phil! You are just the cutest couple and I’m looking forward to more home adventures!!
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Thank you 😊 Come back next Friday!
@RebeccaTreeseed
@RebeccaTreeseed 4 месяца назад
In my misspent youth I once bought a house that was red tagged AFTER I moved in. The demands were beyond my immediate capability. The guy from the city came out, toured, and gave me break. It was a duplex and I fixed the rental first.
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Thank you so much! 🥰🥰
@RebeccaTreeseed
@RebeccaTreeseed 4 месяца назад
A year later, it valued at $100k more than I paid including repairs. Equivalent to $200k today. I retired early on my youthful labors. BTW, put Peppermint tea in a spritzer and use it to wash your face. Recommended by my ancient doctor 60 years ago when I was a child with a rusty nail in my foot and allergic to tetanus shots. You need a tetanus shot. It saved me from lockjaw through 30 old house renovations. Spritz it on every scrape or wound for faster healing. Extra benefit: 60 years of Peppermint tea gave me smooth wrinkle-free skin and zero skin creams on my body. I also use it as a body wash. No wrinkles or blemishes! Cheap! Free if you get a patch started in your garden and dry it before it freezes back in winter.
@gigi3242
@gigi3242 4 месяца назад
I think you've been very thoughtful throughout this entire process. Congratulations on becoming a homeowner; it's going to be beautiful.
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Thank you so much! 🥰🥰 I hope so too!
@lindaalbano6868
@lindaalbano6868 4 месяца назад
Vintage fridges go for a lot too
@lenoredecarli9591
@lenoredecarli9591 4 месяца назад
Hi Shannon, I'm wondering if you have heard of Ariel Bissett. She is a fellow You-tuber who is restoring a house in Nova Scotia. I feel sure you two would become fast friends and share your passion for old houses. I wish you well.
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Yes, I've heard of her! 🥰 love her aesthetic (even if it's not quite the same as mine)!!
@daisylanedesign6526
@daisylanedesign6526 4 месяца назад
Full stop at dark basement sludge. Nope. You guys are WAY braver than me! But I'll enjoy watching from afar. :)
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
🤣🤣🤣
@BellalinaBallerina
@BellalinaBallerina 4 месяца назад
Oh my, this is going to be quite an adventure!! I am here for all of it!
@naricewoolon3248
@naricewoolon3248 3 месяца назад
To clear the drain,get a large pot of hot water, buy bi_carb and a gallon of vinegar. Put bi carb in the drain big drain so 2 hands full at least, poor a steady stream of vinegar it should bubble up wait a minute then poor hot water... Saves a plumber ❤
@GreenPumpkin767
@GreenPumpkin767 4 месяца назад
Love the house and all of your plans. Especially that you are keeping the hot water system and that you are keeping the wall that divides the house. It is such a great source of income. You are doing great keep the content coming. 😊😊😊
@LedgerAndLace
@LedgerAndLace 4 месяца назад
Your house reminds me of a friend's house built circa 1910 and it was a duplex from the start. It didn't occur to me that yours wasn't. (No trips to Nova Scotia were made to form my opinion!) 🙂
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
🥰🥰 Yea, lots of buildings were duplexes, not sure why some people were so adamant it wasn't a possibility!
@celestehammell4067
@celestehammell4067 4 месяца назад
Blessing upon you and your partner as you embark on making this house into your HOME💖
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Thank you 😊
@AnitaDistel-uw3gd
@AnitaDistel-uw3gd 4 месяца назад
Wow 😲. Just wow. Looks like you have a big job ahead. Great positive attitude and I am glad you have people to help you. Thanks for sharing! Looking forward to where it goes from here. Best wishes!
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Thank you!!
@muttshouse
@muttshouse 4 месяца назад
Renting the second half of the house is a financially mature decision and helps the housing shortage in the local community. I would urge you to get a responsible long term renter if you are not going to be around to manage short term rentals. Nothing breaks a landlord's heart (and bank account) more than finding broken/stolen items. Nightmare renters are real. In no other industry is a more valuable asset given into the care of strangers for so little as a credit check and a rental application.
@kathysultzbaugh3858
@kathysultzbaugh3858 4 месяца назад
6am would be 3am California USA time 😴 I will definitely be watching when I wake up, though. I'm so excited for this series!
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
It'll be a nice morning motivation lol!
@kathysultzbaugh3858
@kathysultzbaugh3858 4 месяца назад
@@ShannonMakes I am still wide awake. I might just make it after all !!
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
@@kathysultzbaugh3858 ...plz don't stay awake for 27 more hours on my behalf!! 🤣🤣
@kathysultzbaugh3858
@kathysultzbaugh3858 4 месяца назад
​@@ShannonMakesI just saw that, L o l!! I have never seen a notification so far in advance. I promise you I will not stay awake that long. See you tomorrow morning at six a m😅
@natalierice6528
@natalierice6528 4 месяца назад
I’m getting the biggest kick out of watching this reno. My husband and I renovated a 200 yo house in upstate NY when we were first married. Took us 18 years. We did it all ourselves including plumbing and electrical. It didn’t have modern electricity when we moved in, only old fashioned knob and tube. Fortunately our roof, stone basement and siding were all in good shape. I loved that house.
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Sounds like a lovely old house!
@rvalery2776
@rvalery2776 4 месяца назад
Lovely house... Can't wait to see how it turns out after renovation..
@pattiwhite9575
@pattiwhite9575 4 месяца назад
OMG! I can only assume things got better because you are still there and showing the filming. Your blessed to have so many patrons so far. With adding to your audience on you tube your revenue will help some too. Do you have a trailer to haul things from both places? Cause you could save lots of money by hauling your goods yourself. I understand things are very expensive in Nova Scotia. But, that the people there are a nicest in the world. I would like to make a suggestion. Organize a meet up/work party but for the purpose of helping hands for skills on projects. You would be surprised how many people would be willing to help you for a couple of days to get things done. Communication with your community is the greatest thing you can do.
@michelenorine3621
@michelenorine3621 4 месяца назад
Good Morning :) I just had to rewatch this video again! You two are so adventurous! That basement is aweful, I wouldn't worry about any "antiques" down there, you have lots in the proper house that you can use or sell. Your little corgie is just adorable and that antique sofa is to die for. I am so looking forward to your adventures~ catch you on the next one so have the updates!!
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
'morning! Yes, the whole thing is a big adventure that we're very much enjoying so far!
@betsymayo5822
@betsymayo5822 4 месяца назад
you've got a hell of a job ahead of you... good luck to you! it'll be amazing to watch!
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Sure will be!!
@caroleolsen8842
@caroleolsen8842 4 месяца назад
I'm so happy you have this home and are going to share this new chapter of your life with us!!
@joansheppard6576
@joansheppard6576 4 месяца назад
It's a beautiful house, after fixing everything you will be glad you bought it. I'm sure there will times you want to throw in the towel. Good luck
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Thanks so much! 😊
@rhondasweeney7271
@rhondasweeney7271 4 месяца назад
I am going to truly love watching. What you do you have a good head on your shoulder! You basically know exactly what you want.And i'm sure with no doubt you are going to achieve it. Thank you for sharing your journey.😊
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
You're very welcome!
@user-zb7uh2ob1r
@user-zb7uh2ob1r 4 месяца назад
Nothing like a challenge, eh? Once bought a house in the cool of winter and did not realize until the heat of summer that a bunch of kitties had been living, and pooping, in the crawl space under the house. Have a great time, you two!
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Wow, that's wild! 🐈🐈🐈
@deidrespencer5467
@deidrespencer5467 4 месяца назад
Thank you for saving this house from demolition, Shannon. I know you & Phil were very brave in taking it on, but one day it will be a beautiful home & investment. 👌👏😍
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Thank you so much!
@belindacoba5158
@belindacoba5158 4 месяца назад
I though it was useful to rent part of the house too, especially on those times you are on a tour, to have someone that can check on things while you are away.
@uribove
@uribove 3 месяца назад
To be fair turning it into a full bed and breakfast would be epic. You living in the side with the kitchen window thing, and having that dining room be open for guests to dine a preplanned menu, and the other half being converted into all bedrooms with that bathroom being shared by all would be soooo cool. Like a real traditional bed and breakfast kinda thing, not the hotel-like everything ensuite kinda style. If that made any sense
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 3 месяца назад
Totally!
@jackieknits61
@jackieknits61 4 месяца назад
Actually, duplexes are a fairly common housing type. Over the life of a building, they would rent the second half out, use it to house elderly relatives or newly married children. Or just expand into it as more children arrived. It's a nice flexible housing type. Just like it was common to build what we call 2 flats here in the city. There were several in our family. Unfortunately, in this Era of ever larger houses, more people are turning them into single family homes. As families continue to shrink....
@sunnycurtis3236
@sunnycurtis3236 4 месяца назад
You two are amazing. It's a lot for two humans to take on, especially since you are in a new part of the country. Just know you've got a lot of people out here who are pulling for you.
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Thank you 😊😊
@victorialmc
@victorialmc 4 месяца назад
I am glad to see this. I bought and 1885 brick house in rural Minnesota and did a lot of restoration work on it. This is giving me flashbacks to the basement, lol
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Very cool! I'm frequently in MN, great state!
@nicolawebb6025
@nicolawebb6025 4 месяца назад
I love when people 'know' 🤦 We live in a duplex just outside Ottawa that's a similar age and people keep telling me it 'must' have been one house originally. I have seen an early photo of the house with two front doors, so nope!
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Right?! So silly... like it's somehow inconceivable that it was originally a duplex?! Shared living is not a modern invention 🤦‍♀️
@kathrynledger
@kathrynledger 4 месяца назад
Wow! This bought back flashbacks of buying my house, and then the day after having to tear down all the walls that ran front to back. Some days were just so overwhelming. Looking forward to watching this series progress.
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Oh no!
@kalka1l
@kalka1l 3 месяца назад
OK that lineup between your wagon trunk and your back door? Spectacular!
@TheJoyNinjaNZ
@TheJoyNinjaNZ 4 месяца назад
Thanks for answering that question about the house/wall/staircase situation- I’m now imagining a pair of ‘spinsters’ (hate that word but I’m using it in historical context) had the house built so they could live together. You two are so brave with that basement 😮. And I totally understand the heartbreak having to decide which items are too far gone to rescue.
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
That would be amazing... I love the thought of a spinster besties house!!
@vikki4now
@vikki4now 4 месяца назад
We had the exact same situation with t he basement of our 1800s house in upstate NY. Once it was all cleared out with professional help..we found that we only needed a yearly reemout to keep the drain from the house to the main city sewer at the street en. Kept the basement dry. This was due to root growth during the year invading the main outflow.
@carolgarner5971
@carolgarner5971 4 месяца назад
I am having a blast living vicariously through your fun loving house buying adventure
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Thank you so much!
@sandrab5477
@sandrab5477 4 месяца назад
My idea is that maybe the house was built for 2 families (that were close) or maybe the same family with different générations (grand-parents and parents / parents and step-parents). They could share the land, the cost of construction, share some common room if they wanted to but also have privacy when needed.That could also explain why even if the layout is similar, one part of the house is fancier than the other (maybe one family was wealthier than the other).
@lizzyq844
@lizzyq844 4 месяца назад
Also the trim and the doors look the same. We also have a limestone foundation with red brick inside walls.
@melodieshaw6883
@melodieshaw6883 4 месяца назад
I'm loving this series already and the bonus puppy content!
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
thank you ♥️🥰
@ColorJoyLynnH
@ColorJoyLynnH 4 месяца назад
We have a 1950s refrigerator in our basement and I use it as a fire safe for old tax records. It’s so heavy that it would be really hard to take up the rickety stairs and it’s really pretty and it’s over insulated so it’s great for protecting against fire.
@swisschalet1658
@swisschalet1658 4 месяца назад
Mini-splits and baseboard heat...NOOOOOO! Radiator heat is much better! Hot water or steam...either one much better!
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Are you volunteering to pay for all new radiators, for my house? I’ll need roughly 15… can send my Venmo if yes 😉😉
@swisschalet1658
@swisschalet1658 4 месяца назад
@@ShannonMakes I see multiple for sale on Craisglist where I live...less than $50 a piece. You can do the whole house for under $1000. They're out there. Don't need to be new...they last forever if they're taken care of. Factor in $1000 to go pick them up..still a deal.
@swisschalet1658
@swisschalet1658 4 месяца назад
Same thing on Ebay...many are listed as tested and working...selling plenty, you could get 15 from one place, drive down and pick them up in one day...done.
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
The fact that you mention Craigslist strongly suggests that you're in the USA. I dunno what city you're in, but the entire province of Nova Scotia has *half* the population of the city of Montreal... we are very isolated, there are VERY few resources available on the secondhand market. That's not to mention that used radiators are still a sketchy proposal... I was still interested, and we can do the pressure tests if necessary, but trust me when I tell you that there were none available secondhand, and we were under a very tight deadline to get heating installed in the house, so it really wasn't an option.
@nancyloomis3046
@nancyloomis3046 4 месяца назад
Oh my...water leaking means mold, depending on how long it's been leaking and getting things wet and ambient temperatures. I know you got a deal on the house but I just hope it was a VERY good deal.😮
@user-nd6ys3bo8p
@user-nd6ys3bo8p 2 месяца назад
You can tell he is a performer aswell. Enjoýng the change of pace on channel
@pattimessenger6214
@pattimessenger6214 Месяц назад
You say you’re not in love with the mini split idea.i love the idea of only heating or cooling rooms I’m using. We would save a lot on the electricity bill by only using heat or cool in the rooms we are in. Also, my house might be considered a duplex. It began as a tract home in Southern California. A one bedroom apartment was added many years ago. I don’t mind when the apartment isn’t rented out. But when it is rented the money coming in each month is a nice benefit to us, and over time it really adds up! We bought the house in the 90’s. The rent we ask is quite a bit below market rates here, because the renters are nice, usually quiet and take care of the apartment. Even though we are asking a low price for rent, it nearly covers our mortgage payment! The longer you own your house, the more the value increases. Especially if you keep up maintenance and it has good street appeal. Your house is darling! I love the historic details! It will cease to be a burden, and become a blessing when you can live there (comfortably), get both sides fixed up, and get the other half rented out to good people who keep up their half, and pay their rent on time every month! Generally, as you age, your income increases. Your home gains in value and you gain equity in your house. Best of luck to you. And, Phil, of course.
@pambrewer9082
@pambrewer9082 4 месяца назад
You certainly have a good looking helper..Smart. too
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Thank you 😊
@felicityhollis4613
@felicityhollis4613 4 месяца назад
I can’t wait to see what you guys do with the place ❤
@funnyggirl
@funnyggirl 4 месяца назад
I loved this! I’m so excited to see your *vision*
@rosmariekdittmer-jerzy1044
@rosmariekdittmer-jerzy1044 4 месяца назад
oh how wonderful that you have so many Treasures. Your House has many surprises waiting to be discovered. I am glad to see that one more old house is rescued. You have interesting plans. Too bad that the two Lamps could not be saved. Greetings from New Hampshire where I expect an early Spring
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Would love an early spring myself! Still snow on the ground though in many parts!
@BeowulfIsMinNama
@BeowulfIsMinNama 4 месяца назад
Yes! Historic duplexes like that were a thing! We lived in one side of a duplex like that! Even the attic had a wall.
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Thank youuuu!!! That's what I'm saying!
@patriciastreufert9636
@patriciastreufert9636 4 месяца назад
Good thing you are young and have the energy to handle this situation. I would be so stressed!
@marim0y
@marim0y 4 месяца назад
There's definitely ghosts in that drum.😂
@rochellecampssalas1682
@rochellecampssalas1682 4 месяца назад
Tell me “ Did the house come with Spirits as well..??❤👻👻❤
@sheribrogden9247
@sheribrogden9247 4 месяца назад
God bless you both. I renovated a 2 bed 2 bath condo and that was difficult enough. As I watch, I am grateful for what I have.
@marianecayer5165
@marianecayer5165 4 месяца назад
Well, that will be such a journey! I will follow you on each step!
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Thanks so much! 🥳🥳🥳
@janesheridan5632
@janesheridan5632 4 месяца назад
Shannon and partner, what an interesting adventure and endevour. Waiting for the next chapter. THANK YOU....
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Our pleasure! Glad you enjoyed it!!
@colettemoolman4410
@colettemoolman4410 4 месяца назад
Omg life time of crap you had to move out of the house. You are doing this at the right time of your life. I've done something similar (house wasn't in as bad a condition as yours and in milder weather) but even thinking about doing it again now that I'm older, I just don't have the same energy and enthusiasm for it lol. That's why I'd rather watch you two do it and get my house rescue fix via you! Looking forward to the next episode.
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
glad you enjoyed it!! see you next Friday!
@misseskval2686
@misseskval2686 4 месяца назад
You guys have what it takes to succeed. Tons of blessings and strength your way!
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Thank you so much! 🥰🥰
@dawsie
@dawsie 4 месяца назад
I agree with you Shannon keeping it as a duplex for now makes for financial stability. You could look at getting that side cleaned up and ready to rent out first. This would then give you a steady income to finish the renovations to the rest of the house. I find it astonishing how some people have bulldozed their opinions on how you must renovate 🤔🤔 it boggles the mind that’s for sure. I’m all for sharing ideas as recommendations it’s a great way to see other options that you might not of even considered, it’s the beauty of RU-vid when sharing there are so many different types of people that at times they each have great ideas for options. I know you are looking at doing restoration to much of the Ceiling when you found the original under the fake ceiling but in the half that you are looking at renting out. It might be worth fixing the fake ceiling to give it clean lines with the option to restore the original later on down the track if and when you decide to turn the whole duplex into one family home. With the connecting doors to both half’s of the duplex I would recommend you remove the whole door frames but keep the woodwork in the Attic for when you do decide to turn the duplex into one compleat family home. By boarding up the doors it gives both duplex’s privacy. I mention that because I once lived in a duplex years ago and every so often the people in the other half kept trying to pick the lock to open the door. After 6 months of them doing this I had to leave. Even though I had placed heavy furniture on my side of the 3 doors connecting to the other 2 duplex’s I just never felt safe. By removing the framework and keeping it for later restoration, you will ensure privacy to both half’s of the duplex and it removes the temptation for tenets to try unlocking the connecting doors. If you are able to get some of the old tin ceiling panels down they can be used to make new ones for throughout the home. There are companies out there who can make new panels for you which can then be used in other rooms. If not you can still get modern vintage ceiling panels which are similar to what you already have. I’m looking forward to seeing more of the renovations adventure as well as anything else that you manage to squeeze in between.🤗🤗🤗🤗
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Oh, the home renovation space is KNOWN for jerks and backseat renovators trying to bulldoze their opinions on you... fortunately we actually had a decent idea what we're doing, and good heads on our shoulders, and will not be bullied around by randos on the internet! And yes, we are 100% keeping the fake ceiling in the rental half because it'll just lower their heating bills a bit, and most ppl don't care about the tall original ceilings. The rest of the doors can say though, I'm not about to take out door frames and board-up the doors. A simple lock will suffice for me.
@jennyloedolff4JESUS
@jennyloedolff4JESUS 4 месяца назад
I like your straight forwardness... be who you are always...
@georgiaocianain1683
@georgiaocianain1683 4 месяца назад
Can’t wait to see more!!
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Thank you!
@StitchingUpChaos
@StitchingUpChaos 3 месяца назад
Coming back through the episodes I listened to so I can contribute to the youtube algorithm! Water heater, yay! I vaguely recall that it got in ok, and Dave was very nice, so yay Dave! I can't remember a hell of a lot because I was awkwardly craning over my sewing table cutting out skirt panels and ruining my back but hang in there! It will be a process, but you'll get there!
@dawnjohnson8739
@dawnjohnson8739 4 месяца назад
I’m gonna watch this this evening, after work.
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Hope you enjoy it, and maybe we'll see you for the premiere next Friday (and if not, absolutely no stress)!
@hanna7644
@hanna7644 4 месяца назад
So fun to watch the process!
@ShannonMakes
@ShannonMakes 4 месяца назад
Thank you 😊 Glad you're enjoying it!
@ingridferrer5517
@ingridferrer5517 4 месяца назад
This is real, this is life, this is brilliant! 💖 Sending virtual strength to transform all into something magnificent 😊
@carriescostumescrochet
@carriescostumescrochet 3 месяца назад
Wow, lots of work ahead of you. This is very interesting.
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