Kudos for what you are doing, but I would echo the sentiments of other commentators:- 1. Get a bigger, stronger (metal) rake, the small plastic one you are using won't last 2. Rake any debris up onto higher land so it's not dragged back into the drain 3. Wide angle shots of the area showing before, during and after, we like to see how much difference you are actually making Have a look at Post 10, he's been doing it for a while and knows what he is doing. Please accept this as constructive criticism, what you are doing is grate (pardon the pun) but could be so much better and more enjoyable for your viewers. Keep up the good work!!
I concur 😃 I realize all drain systems aren't the same but if there is one on one side of the street please walk straight across the street and see if there is another. ( post 10 follower)
Point 2 is crucial... everytime I see those videos I think that debris should be thrown away, not simply put aside (it will cover rhe grate in a day or less). And why don't use boots and gloves...
Have a plan , when raking the leaves , pull them away from the drain to higher ground . Also , have a wide shot of the area more than close up so we could view the changes you caused .
For health reasons, glad you finally got some rubber boots. Might want to carry some rubber gloves also. You see debris get caught up & need to be cleared by hand. And you might not see crazy stuff like syringe needles before it's too late, so you need to be careful. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK for your community!
You need to flip the debris up onto the curb, otherwise its right back in the road. You also need a lesson in civil engineering- how to locate drains. Where you see one, theres usually another right across the street. Get the leaves OFF the grate! Anywhere you see an indentation in the curb, thats probably where the drain grate is. You also need a bigger sturdier garden rake.
And I'm yelling, "lift the debris up the curb, onto the grass". I did this job about once every few weeks for 23 years in the road outside my house. I miss doing it at my new place.
Ya! Wtf? And does this person live on that street? I know where my street drains are, I drive by them everyday, twice on Sunday!! 😁 Oh! STOP planting trees, especially MAPLE so close to a street drain!😒
I would suggest investing in a garden rake instead of that small leaf rake. Garden rakes have a wide flat row of hard tines to make clearing debris easier. It also can be used to grind the debris through the grate if need be. Your current rake looks like it is struggling with the slightest of blockage.
Good job, enjoyed your work and looks like fun mucking around and getting those drains working. People really do appreciate what you are doing and it is entertaining to watch. Thanks guys. I subscribed.
I love what you are doing. A wider shot would be good - so we can see what difference/benefit you've made. Also, when the water's gone, it would be great to see you clear the drain again so that the flood doesn't come back. Last thing: wear gloves. Do not touch the drain. You only need to be pricked by an infected needle to end up with a lifelong infection! Safety first!
No drains in front of driveways , a drain on one side of the street usually has a a drain directly across the street , use a small rake to clear debris , neighbors will thank you !!
When the air was bopping up and down it reminded me of river dance pity u didn't have the music to it going at that time it would have been so funny great job ur doing
Pittiful that these residents take no pride in their neighborhood. They deserve what they get. Thank you for your efforts 🤮👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
When it dries out take a can of orange paint and mark on curb where the drains are so it is easier to find. Don't need to make a big spot just enough you will know where it is when you need to find it.
Cant you buy a 2nd hand rake , cause the one your using , looks like , the 1st tough pile of leaves it comes up against , it going to shit itself . Im certain , there are yard sales around, where for $5 you can get a decent rake ,, yours , looks a bit , limp wristed ,,anyway , well done.
Just found your channel and subscribed. A little advice…stand on the curb facing the street as you rake up towards you. As you at first walked towards the corner, the drain would have been right there on your right. Good job, though! 👍🏻
Its actualy quite satisfying seeing the clear water flow down between the leaves and the grate of the drain. Is there a drainage ditch knear by that the storm water flows out into :)
I enjoy watching you & hate all the post10 comments, as long as you get the same results who cares how you get there. Keep being you & don't copy other people.
I was raised in Detroit and remember houses like this. They were sturdy as rocks and so beautiful. Can anyone tell me the neighborhood in which this was filmed please?
I don’t own a home anymore, but after seeing this video, I feel that the Homeowner Association should be responsible to keep these drains clear from debris or make the owner of the property that is in front of the drain responsible to keep the drain clean of debris during rainstorms 🤔🤔🤔
Have a plan..... vote out the arseholes who wont spend money on maintenance staff to unblock drains but give HUGE thumbs up for YTubers doing it for free and endangering their lives in helping the city out
Loved video but, could you get the young-one some boots please! Also, I agree with a previous comment putting your hands in drains dangerous. Broken glass, 💉 etc… But otherwise Great Job!!!!
Here is an idea instead of dragging your rake through the water invest in some magnets like the type the guys were using to magnet fish that were on youtube about a year ago if those grates are metal you will find them faster.
Great video but you wouldn't get me putting my hands in there, needles and broken glass come to mind, I'd hate to see anyone get hurt just for a RU-vid video 👍
