Here we go with Episode 2! Can't explain to you how full on this week was, each day reclaiming more of the home and making it water tight. Thank you to everyone who helping you can check them out in the description. Also a big thank you for you watching this video.. you as a viewer are as massive part of this. If you can like, comment, share, subscribe it all helps and means the world!
Depending on the spec of the materials used, a flat roof will probably last 20 years, or so... I suspect that one needs re-felting in its entirety (which might reveal further probs, of course).
Not to be nasty,to Barbara its her home but that house has,had its day. The amount of time and money put in to it,is not going to be worth the actual value of it. I know it sounds horrible but a developer,would pay a handsome price for the land. Barbara,could sail away,to warmer climates.
How kind of you all for helping Barbara. I think the house needs a lot of work doing to get it right .how could anyone live like that let alone a elderly woman .it can't be doing her health any good bless her .I hope you get all the help you need .God bless allof you ❤❤
Poor poor lady . Living like this. It so great that you are helping her and the other fella,s too. Your so kind and a life saver. How can councils or other agency's let things get so bad without helping. Thank god for you guys. Well done.
I said yes for help to fix my house. They raised $120,000 and transformed house. New windows,doors, roof and handicapped bathrooms. But sometimes you have to swallow your pride.
These are real men! We need more like you guys! I am a 70year old grandma and know how hard all this work is. So sweet to invite Barbara for dinner, too.🙂
@grandmaoldschool7011 I see that same sentence every time there’s a video similar to this one, “We need more people like you guys!”… There are a lot of real men who work hard daily.. and women! They’re all around us. We do have more people like these men. Lots of people helps people in need and they don’t ask for money either. There’s several TH-cam channels with people with similar videos that are helping with so many different things, including cleaning and mowing lawns and fixing and maintenance on someone’s home. We definitely got enough real men and real women, too! Isn’t that fantastic and awesome? 😁
I worked in my yard today until nearly dark. I'm thankful, as a 68 yr old lady, that I can still do yard work. Each year I try to think about how I can make my yard less high maintenance because I know as the years continue to roll, if I'm blessed to live, it will get to the point that I can not do the heavy work. Today, as I worked I thought of you guys and was looking forward to coming inside and watching episode 2!! Ben you are simply the best. Your fan from SC, USA.
I think I am saying this for everyone who is in a possition like this poor lady that you are ALL ANGELS for doing this for her, there is no way she could have afforded to have this done herself and I give a MASSIVE cheer to the people who helped you in doing this massive job and to all your sponsors, WELL DONE ALL YOU PEOPLE, keep up the good work. It was a pleasure watching it.
Allowing all these men (strangers) to work on her home, and allowing you inside to pack up her things to get access to the windows is HUGE! I believe if you gain her trust, like you did with Norman, she'll be able to accept some help. It might not look the way WE would want it, but anything would be an improvement. Great job - all of you!
That doorstep!! Level, trustworthy footing is SO IMPORTANT when you're unsteady (I'm not elderly yet but I'm disabled, so similar deal). You have no idea what these little touches are going to mean to Barbara. Magic. Poor lady. Buckets in her bedroom. Sopping wet chipboard. I wish all vulnerable people could receive the kind of loving care you've shown Barb.
That's what our Habitat for Humanity in the USA strives to do! One house fixed up in neighborhood inspires others to work on their homes. Interesting phenomenon.
Exactly Jackie, she must be so overwhelmed can't imagine how she feels. Dad as a scarecrow is one of my favourites. thanks for watching and have a great weekend
They do TV programmes about hoarding so why can't they do programmes to show how some elderly people are living and how kind hearted, conscientious men tackle things for free..time is precious for us all!
I just today found this topic/category of videos on YT and I'm also in Oregon, alone and 70! I haven't had regular maintenance for several years. The ice storm and 12 days without power while freezing just about did me in. I lost both of my trees which cost me upwards of 2 grand to remove what was left. Watching them work on the roof makes me hopeful I can get that done at some point. Estimates up to $20,000 for that sadly.
We sure don't know how some of us are so very lucky in life. It's very sad to see when a person's beloved passes and when your alone....things get to such a state like this poor ladies home. It's men like yourself's that have the biggest HEART and kindness to understand that elderly need help. Thank-you so much for all that you do. GOD, see's and puts you all in his blessings. 🕊️🕊️🙏❤️
Completely Irene, I have been receiving nominations and it's more common than we think. Hoping the videos raise awareness, get us looking out for others and we shall see how many this channel can help. thank you so much for the kind words!
@@FlawlessCleaningServices I agree. It is more common that people realise. There would be no way the elderly can pay to have all of this work done and of course, they can't physically do the work. That and a sad belief that they don't want to be a burden to anyone, means they won't let people help easily. Its so sad. What I love about YT creators is they can say it will be good content for their channel and elderly folk love to help people. So its a win, win. I honestly think there would have been a terrible tragedy in this case, if you hadn't stepped in. You are all, lifesavers. Nobody should underestimate the amazing contribution you are making to your community and peoples lives.
Breaks my heart to see an elderly woman living in this condition. Thank you for helping her. Shocking to see the amount of topsoil that had formed on the roof.
There was better topsoil on that roof than in my whole garden..! LOL Maybe we need to let the Lord take care of gardening..? Although, Lord, better on the GROUND than on the roof, no..? LOL ❤❤❤ Great job lads..! ❤❤
@@diannemcbeth7428 no, to many people in the world that are just outright lazy. better help a young couple struggling with rising cost of living instead of old people that have neglected a property for 30+ years.
Just the sheer weight of all that soil and vegetation on that house is crazy! How that didn’t collapse is a miracle! Thank you for sharing this incredible transformation journey.
I'd like to address the fact there are TONS of Barbaras in every town, city, state and country. With few or no relatives, no support system, and struggling every day to just take care of themselves, through no fault of their own, not mental illness, the aging person cannot care for a home like they did when they were younger. The majority of people don't intend to let that happen to their home, the disrepair and overgrown trees and all. I think Ben's precious finds of the elderly in a pickle are far more common than several commenting folks realize. I pray I never fall into this situation. If I do, I hope there is a Ben and a Dadcrow to help me.
Thank you to all the people who sponsored and helped this lady and for treating her with dignity and compassion and not judging her,it bought tears to my eyes watching this,Barbara i am so happy that these fine men found you and are able to help give some tender loving care to your home and yourself,love to all from Australia❤ 🦘
Hi Ben and everyone working so hard for Barbara the work that has been done in two episodes is absolutely fantastic and as for the lad's tacking the ivy off of everything I've had to remove ivy myself and know what hard work and thankless work it is, All of you guy's are doing a fantastic job for Barbara well done and keep up this good work your doing and Ben a big thank you to your wife for letting you work away from home I know some wife's don't like there Husband working away because there left at home without there man.
For every one of you working on Barbara's house I would love to come over and drop off some warm homemade caramel rolls. Somehow I'm not going to be able to because I live in Bemidji Minnesota. Many thanks. May the wonderful work you do and kindness you show come back around to you and your families.
25 years in policing ive seen this sitiation often ... Husband passes away or sickness and the outside gets neglected and then its a massive amount of time or money to get ontop of things and they cant do it. We also see people hoarding or older people jusy left die in the family home... Relatives move away and family isnt around or they have any... Sad situation ... Glad ben and his dad and crew are helping... Awesome work guys..
So touching to see this large crew at work to bring some peace and safety to Barbara. I pray that she will seek any help she needs in the future. She's going to enjoy the evening out for some fish and chips. Thank you for inviting her. Bless you all. 🙏🏻
it's a miracle poor Barbara's roof din't cave in long ago with all the ivy on there, thankfully when its repaired she'll be warm and dry this winter coming.
I don't know how Barbara is still alive. In my part of the world we would have died of the mold by now. ❤ You're doing wonderful work to help this lady.
Absolutely love it so far it's so awesome to see Barbara go out and do her stopping because this allows her to continue with her life as you Pops and thr crew improve her home and yard. It's important Ben that you don't become overwhelmed but allow the process to happen with your guidance and expertise. Inviting her out to the pub truly brought tears to my eyes , it really shows your compassion and care for her well-being. Looking forward to next week videos lot's of love coming your way. Stay safe please ❤❤
Thank you all so much!! I know when this lady goes to bed at night she feels a sense of joy and expectation she hasn't had in a long time. God bless you all.
I know the house was almost derelict, but all your efforts have prevented another person from becoming homeless and another burden on the social services system. Thanks to you all involved.
It's a reminder never to give up. Even if it seems pointless to try, things can get better with enough help and kindness. God bless you, and thank you.
Loved watching all that horrible ivy coming off. Kudos to the guy in the light blue t-shirt who was making sure every last little bit came off. Your dad is hilarious with his get ups. Looking forward to seeing the next instalment.
All the gents helping are heroes and wonderful people. It is reassuring to know that you all are taking care of your elders. Thank you so much for helping Barb, she will be warm and safe because of you.😊❤
Barbara's house is in such a sorry state, it made me cry. A big shout out and many thanks to you, your dad and the many volunteers doing all you can to make the house liveable again. Can't waitbfor part 3.
I removed ivy from only a concrete block wall, and the work involved just to do that was crazy! It took me fully three years to finally kill all the bits and pieces trying to regrow. What you guys accomplished is amazing.
So hard to see older people without options. Their family may be deceased, as mine are. People don't want to help others because they're too busy, don't have money, or whatever. I'm very blessed to have a couple of neighbors who check on me. Not everyone is so lucky. And it's embarrassing to admit or ask for help for something this massive. I was fortunate enough to have home insurance and recently had my roof replaced and siding and gutters replaced because of storm damage. Otherwise I would have to live with it as is because I don't have tens of thousands to repair it myself. You all are doing a great service. Praying she feels comfortable enough to allow access to her home to get repairs done. And that enough can be raised to cover the cost.
Absolutely incredible work! I love the bloopers at the end and your dad always makes me laugh. Barbara does seem a bit overwhelmed by it all, but everyone is so kind and supportive. The house already looks ten times better. Thank you for all you do for others! ❤
What you are doing for Barbara is truly a blessing. I love how everyone pulls together to transform and safeguard this home. God bless each one of you. ❤
To all the people working with Barbara to heal her house.....thank you so much. To Barbara, thank you for embracing this community. A wise friend once reminded me when I kept refusing aid, that sometimes, the greatest gift we can give is allowing others to help us and be apart of our healing. And he was so right. You are obviously a very strong lady. Hope that all continues to improve, you deserve wonderful things happening to you. Stay safe all.
I honestly just hope we made a difference, can’t explain how overwhelming it for me.. so imagine how Barbara feels. Thank you for watching and kind words
Ben, you, your loving, faithful, Dad, and your entire team are fantastic. What a big difference you all have already made to Barbara's life and to her home. Many thanks to all of you and God bless you all.
What you do is incredible - there’s not just the physical stuff but all the project management. Also, your camera placement and editing is awesome. It’s fascinating seeing up close all those skills. Far better than any TV makeover programme. You really make the viewer feel involved. Can’t wait until Part 3.
Seien Sie beschützt und gesegnet für ihre Taten. Dieser Dienst an Mitmenschen ist das schönste was ein Mensch für einen anderen tun kann. Genau auf diese Weise kann eine Gesellschaft heilen! Grossen Dank ❤
Barbara needs a better place to live! She is not safe and secure there, and obviously cannot manage by herself. She needs a lot of support! Thank you Ben and Dad for the wonderful work you do! God Bless you all!
Your dad just looked so funny. That was the perfect skit. Glad you got that mess off the roof and got some repairs done. Wishing you and everyone involved the best of success with this project
There must have been so much wildlife living the high life in that ivy and brushwood. Which unfortunately translates to mice and who knows what else getting in to poor Barbara's home! This is going to be an improvement for her in all possible ways.
What a job! I cannot imagine being a certain age and not being able to keep up with the work. I’m sure it is depressing to have to live like that and knowing you cannot do anything. What wonderful people you are to give her this life changing gift. I cannot imagine the relief and peace you have given to her. Hopefully some neighbors might help in the future , seeing the heavy work is done. I’m looking forward to part 3! Thank you for being wonderful!
I love seeing the Ivy get ripped off. Horrible stuff, plants and building don't mix. First thing I did when I moved into my house was get all the ivy off the walls and take down all the trees overhanging the roof. You guys do amazing work, just hope someone nearby can help Barbara keep on top of that garden in the future.
Ben, your dad is so funny wearing the scarecrow costume!😂 what you and the other young men are doing is beyond words! You are literally risking life and limb doing that work! I certainly hope that the owner, Barbara, totally understands and appreciates what you all are doing! That is decades and decades of neglect you are trying to fix!😮 take care, and God bless ALL of you!
Ben, Let’s start by saying you are one incredible human being. What this world lacks these days is empathy. What you do is priceless. I hope you rub off on some of your viewers . I think you and your crew have done a marvelous job jumping in to help Barbara . I agree she needs as much help as Norman and fundraiser would be a great idea. She needs a brand new roof and some windows. Keep up the incredible work you do. Much love from 🇺🇸
*A great group of folks came together to help out Barbara. That scarecrow has lost it's way from the old 'Wizard of Oz' movie set... Rock onto next weeks part 3... 🙂.*
Yes. YOU MAKE A DIFFERENCE!! How can they leave a beautiful property and an old lady destitute? Where are the family and relatives? Congratulations, Ben. To you, your father and your valuable team. Excellent weekend. Rest easy🤗❤
Where are the neighbors? Property this overgrown lowers the value of the other properties in the neighborhood. Wouldn’t enlightens self interest have these people helping?
@@TheSuzberry Excellent point. A little maintenance over the years would have prevented this. Even if they didn't do it out of kindness, just keeping their property values up and preventing it from looking untidy would have gone a long way.
...why is it the neighbours responsibility? Those of us who are paying council tax, are paying more and for adult social care every year! Where the hell is that money going?!!
God bless you and everyone helping because this is a huge job. This lady will feel like she has a new home by time you’re finished. Thank you for everything you do 🙏💗💗
OMG Ben, you made me cry when you invited Barbara to a pub for fish and chips!!! You blokes are such a blessing and it is awesome to watch you fixing up her property. G-d bless all of you for what you do, just amazingly good people and you renew my faith in humanity!!! Thank you so much. ♥ ♥ ♥ p.s. your dad makes a GREAT scarecrow, Ben! 😄 I had such a good laugh!!!!!!!!!!!!
Oh my! I am again so stunned at what all you wonderful men have done here! What a bunch of so talented repairmen each of you are! And such nice men too! I am about the same age as she is! God bless you all! California, USA♥️
I fully recognize there are mental health issues at work here. That said, I listened "between the line" and picked up on something. When they were working on the front yard Barbara, using a lilting voice, said, "I LIKE to garden." What a great starting point to work her to start reintegrating back into society and normalcy of life.
The scale of needed work is insane: huge progress thus far! LOL! Paul as a scarecrow! Jack is a super hard worker! Missed the premiere today: started at a different time.
Honestly it's so overwhelming how much needs doing! Jack and dad are insane grafters, Sorry about the premiere I forgot it was Theo's mini marathon today
A HUGE thank you to all of those who have given their time and expertise in helping to repair Barbara’s home!!! We never know what someone has gone through to bring them to the place they are now. Thank you Ben and Paul for helping those who have been forgotten. From cleaning school yards, veteran memorials, skate parks, play grounds, walking paths and the list goes on. May all of you be blessed immeasurably. Watching from across the pond in Savannah, GA.
Oh Ben! Part 2 was just as awesome as Part 1! That sweet lady, it’s so hard to think of the many years she’s lived in the poor and continuing-to-deteriorate house. I’m in awe of you for masterminding and coordinating this amazing home rescue for Barbara. I always love your property cleaning videos, but Norman’s and now Barbara’s whole-property transformations are the very best! Thank you, and please keep doing them!
You all are Barbara's sons. Giving her the big fix up will help her so much. I would love to donate for more to be done, I know how much upkeep a MCM aged house takes, and it's really hard on a fixed income. Your team did great work! I'm glad new windows are going in. I wish an entire new roof could be put on that backroom. Or rebuild that room entirely....
Oh my, my heart goes out to this lovely woman and look at you and Dad have got the gang together rescuing the house from nature! And fixing the roof and helping her through all that involved. Very kind of all of you.
I just love these large community projects. Barbara must have felt like she was buried alive under all of that... plus drowning. Unimaginable. Everyone involved in this is restoring my faith. Thank you so much for what you do!
What a truly wonderful thing you are doing. I pray that there will be enough funds to get her totally sorted out - the windows, the whole roof, repairing all the siding, getting the inside all sorted out and finally cleaning up the entire yard/garden. Let me know if there will be a go fund me page. God bless you all!!! You go dad!!!
Ben, you and your father have huge hearts. Thank you for all you are doing to help others out who are in need and that don't have the help or know where to go to get the help
Here we go with Episode 2! Can't explain to you how full on this week was, each day reclaiming more of the home and making it water tight. Thank you to everyone who helping you can check them out in the description. Also a big thank you for you watching this video.. you as a viewer are as massive part of this. If you can like, comment, share, subscribe it all helps and means the world!
Depending on the spec of the materials used, a flat roof will probably last 20 years, or so... I suspect that one needs re-felting in its entirety (which might reveal further probs, of course).
God bless you honey and everyone of the men helping Barbara
Not to be nasty,to Barbara its her home but that house has,had its day.
The amount of time and money put in to it,is not going to be worth the actual value of it.
I know it sounds horrible but a developer,would pay a handsome price for the land.
Barbara,could sail away,to warmer climates.
How kind of you all for helping Barbara. I think the house needs a lot of work doing to get it right .how could anyone live like that let alone a elderly woman .it can't be doing her health any good bless her .I hope you get all the help you need .God bless allof you ❤❤
Poor poor lady . Living like this. It so great that you are helping her and the other fella,s too. Your so kind and a life saver. How can councils or other agency's let things get so bad without helping. Thank god for you guys. Well done.
We need another fundraiser for her like we did with Norman, the house can't be left in this state
It's going to take a massive plan, plus Barbara has to be willing to accept the help indoors which will be the hardest part. Thanks for watching
❤❤❤❤Lots hugs and love to your team
I hope she'll say yes to it
I said yes for help to fix my house. They raised $120,000 and transformed house. New windows,doors, roof and handicapped bathrooms. But sometimes you have to swallow your pride.
Good idea, I can't believe she's survived living like that for , what must of been going on for 10 years maybe more
These are real men! We need more like you guys! I am a 70year old grandma and know how hard all this work is. So sweet to invite Barbara for dinner, too.🙂
Exactly right! I will be 68 on Tuesday and I have not seen the likes of this before! These chaps are just amazing!
Hope all you guys are in London for St. Georges day, we need people like you to turn out and support England
Love the scarecrow ❤
I agree taking Barbara for dinner was a wonderful gesture ❤
@grandmaoldschool7011 I see that same sentence every time there’s a video similar to this one, “We need more people like you guys!”… There are a lot of real men who work hard daily.. and women! They’re all around us. We do have more people like these men. Lots of people helps people in need and they don’t ask for money either. There’s several TH-cam channels with people with similar videos that are helping with so many different things, including cleaning and mowing lawns and fixing and maintenance on someone’s home. We definitely got enough real men and real women, too! Isn’t that fantastic and awesome? 😁
A huge shout-out to everyone who donated time, labor, materials, and, most of all, compassion to Barbara. You are all heroes without capes.
They could make capes for the whole crew out of those mats and mats of ivy! Sterling work by these gents.
just watched last video Ben vowed to not stop you can tell its lifted Barb up mentally she comes out all dressed up it was memorising
Porque en tantos años la Sra no hizo nada?...el equipo humano y material escelente....😊
I worked in my yard today until nearly dark. I'm thankful, as a 68 yr old lady, that I can still do yard work. Each year I try to think about how I can make my yard less high maintenance because I know as the years continue to roll, if I'm blessed to live, it will get to the point that I can not do the heavy work. Today, as I worked I thought of you guys and was looking forward to coming inside and watching episode 2!! Ben you are simply the best. Your fan from SC, USA.
I think I am saying this for everyone who is in a possition like this poor lady that you are ALL ANGELS for doing this for her, there is no way she could have afforded to have this done herself and I give a MASSIVE cheer to the people who helped you in doing this massive job and to all your sponsors, WELL DONE ALL YOU PEOPLE, keep up the good work. It was a pleasure watching it.
I love that you invited her out for a meal. What a beautiful sentiment
ME TOO!!! 😍
Aw inviting her out for a meal ❤ so much Empathy you guys! Legends!!
@@katemallinson2346 he oozes empathy
@@debbieallen2564 yes he always has ive been following his work for a while
Allowing all these men (strangers) to work on her home, and allowing you inside to pack up her things to get access to the windows is HUGE! I believe if you gain her trust, like you did with Norman, she'll be able to accept some help. It might not look the way WE would want it, but anything would be an improvement. Great job - all of you!
That doorstep!! Level, trustworthy footing is SO IMPORTANT when you're unsteady (I'm not elderly yet but I'm disabled, so similar deal). You have no idea what these little touches are going to mean to Barbara. Magic.
Poor lady. Buckets in her bedroom. Sopping wet chipboard. I wish all vulnerable people could receive the kind of loving care you've shown Barb.
You're not just helping Barbara, you're helping the whole neighborhood out. Blessings to All!
That's what our Habitat for Humanity in the USA strives to do! One house fixed up in neighborhood inspires others to work on their homes. Interesting phenomenon.
We all love watching the satisfying cleaning and chopping but it’s your compassion and kindness that we’re all here for. Keep up the great work.
Barbara needs to sell this property and move into asissted living. She can never keep this from happening again. This house is rotted to the core.
Love the Dad-crow!! You guys do such an incredible amount of work. No wonder Barbara looks a bit bewildered at times. Thank you for helping her!
Exactly Jackie, she must be so overwhelmed can't imagine how she feels. Dad as a scarecrow is one of my favourites. thanks for watching and have a great weekend
@@FlawlessCleaningServices the outtakes were fun with dad's scarecrow. giggles
"Dad-crow"!!! Love it! 😅
@@FlawlessCleaningServices Dad cracks me up lol, great work lads.
I lost it at that bit😂😂😂
So beautiful that you all have come together to help this sweet lady. You will all be blessed
I know what's it like to be over 70 and alone. Bless all of you. From Oregon, USA
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They do TV programmes about hoarding so why can't they do programmes to show how some elderly people are living and how kind hearted, conscientious men tackle things for free..time is precious for us all!
I just today found this topic/category of videos on YT and I'm also in Oregon, alone and 70! I haven't had regular maintenance for several years. The ice storm and 12 days without power while freezing just about did me in. I lost both of my trees which cost me upwards of 2 grand to remove what was left. Watching them work on the roof makes me hopeful I can get that done at some point. Estimates up to $20,000 for that sadly.
We sure don't know how some of us are so very lucky in life. It's very sad to see when a person's beloved passes and when your alone....things get to such a state like this poor ladies home. It's men like yourself's that have the biggest HEART and kindness to understand that elderly need help. Thank-you so much for all that you do. GOD, see's and puts you all in his blessings.
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You brought tears to my eyes. I agree with you 100% - God sees and knows what's in the heart. Hello from St. Petersburg, Florida.
Completely Irene, I have been receiving nominations and it's more common than we think. Hoping the videos raise awareness, get us looking out for others and we shall see how many this channel can help. thank you so much for the kind words!
@@FlawlessCleaningServices I agree. It is more common that people realise. There would be no way the elderly can pay to have all of this work done and of course, they can't physically do the work. That and a sad belief that they don't want to be a burden to anyone, means they won't let people help easily. Its so sad. What I love about YT creators is they can say it will be good content for their channel and elderly folk love to help people. So its a win, win. I honestly think there would have been a terrible tragedy in this case, if you hadn't stepped in. You are all, lifesavers. Nobody should underestimate the amazing contribution you are making to your community and peoples lives.
Breaks my heart to see an elderly woman living in this condition. Thank you for helping her. Shocking to see the amount of topsoil that had formed on the roof.
There was better topsoil on that roof than in my whole garden..! LOL Maybe we need to let the Lord take care of gardening..? Although, Lord, better on the GROUND than on the roof, no..? LOL ❤❤❤ Great job lads..! ❤❤
Yeah, makes you realise she was not an elderly woman when she started neglecting the place.
@@jonathansimon6433 Give Barbara some grace. We do not know what her life experience has been.
@@jonathansimon6433age may not be the reason for neglect. Be kind.
@@diannemcbeth7428 no, to many people in the world that are just outright lazy. better help a young couple struggling with rising cost of living instead of old people that have neglected a property for 30+ years.
Just the sheer weight of all that soil and vegetation on that house is crazy! How that didn’t collapse is a miracle! Thank you for sharing this incredible transformation journey.
It's important to always like, comment, subscribe these sorts of creators. I am happy to support people who support people.
Appreciate you being a part of it!
I'd like to address the fact there are TONS of Barbaras in every town, city, state and country. With few or no relatives, no support system, and struggling every day to just take care of themselves, through no fault of their own, not mental illness, the aging person cannot care for a home like they did when they were younger. The majority of people don't intend to let that happen to their home, the disrepair and overgrown trees and all. I think Ben's precious finds of the elderly in a pickle are far more common than several commenting folks realize. I pray I never fall into this situation. If I do, I hope there is a Ben and a Dadcrow to help me.
Dadcrow!!!😂😂😂
Thanks so much we try our best to find those in need of help and of need of our services
Thank you to all the people who sponsored and helped this lady and for treating her with dignity and compassion and not judging her,it bought tears to my eyes watching this,Barbara i am so happy that these fine men found you and are able to help give some tender loving care to your home and yourself,love to all from Australia❤
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This series of Barbara videos is EXCELLENT and one of the best adverts for young people going into the trades I can imagine!
I was thinking the same thing!
If anyone has a foot in heaven - it’s you n your dad!! So very kind of you. God bless you always!!
Thank you Sue, appreciate you watching! Have a lovely weekend
Is there a social worker on board baby steps process Ben thanks for caring 🙏
Hi Ben and everyone working so hard for Barbara the work that has been done in two episodes is absolutely fantastic and as for the lad's tacking the ivy off of everything I've had to remove ivy myself and know what hard work and thankless work it is, All of you guy's are doing a fantastic job for Barbara well done and keep up this good work your doing and Ben a big thank you to your wife for letting you work away from home I know some wife's don't like there Husband working away because there left at home without there man.
Sue, my feelings exactly. 😊
Mad respect, boys.
Thank you for tuning in and commenting!
You guys are amazing. Not just a Cleaning Service, more like renovators. Bless you all.
For every one of you working on Barbara's house I would love to come over and drop off some warm homemade caramel rolls. Somehow I'm not going to be able to because I live in Bemidji Minnesota. Many thanks. May the wonderful work you do and kindness you show come back around to you and your families.
Thank you to everyone on this crew that helped Barbara!
It was so kind of you to invite Barbara to the pub for a meal.
25 years in policing ive seen this sitiation often ... Husband passes away or sickness and the outside gets neglected and then its a massive amount of time or money to get ontop of things and they cant do it. We also see people hoarding or older people jusy left die in the family home... Relatives move away and family isnt around or they have any... Sad situation ... Glad ben and his dad and crew are helping... Awesome work guys..
What you guys do to help people is a real inspiration. God bless all of you who work so hard to help those in need. Many blessings from Missouri USA!
So touching to see this large crew at work to bring some peace and safety to Barbara. I pray that she will seek any help she needs in the future. She's going to enjoy the evening out for some fish and chips. Thank you for inviting her. Bless you all. 🙏🏻
it's a miracle poor Barbara's roof din't cave in long ago with all the ivy on there, thankfully when its repaired she'll be warm and dry this winter coming.
It looks like the entire roof needs replacing. 😢 Great work guys. Thanks for helping this lady. She looks overwhelmed.
Bless everyone helping with this project. It must have been awful for Barbara to live in such desperate conditions.
I don't know how Barbara is still alive. In my part of the world we would have died of the mold by now. ❤ You're doing wonderful work to help this lady.
People like you make me proud to be British.
Love rolling up those Roof Rugs 👍👍😺
It was so heavy!!
@@FlawlessCleaningServices it LOOKED bloody heavy !🙀
That was massive 😅
Nature had virtually reclaimed the entire property prior to your arrival.
Can't argue with your kindness and generosity
Absolutely love it so far it's so awesome to see Barbara go out and do her stopping because this allows her to continue with her life as you Pops and thr crew improve her home and yard. It's important Ben that you don't become overwhelmed but allow the process to happen with your guidance and expertise. Inviting her out to the pub truly brought tears to my eyes , it really shows your compassion and care for her well-being. Looking forward to next week videos lot's of love coming your way. Stay safe please ❤❤
Thank you all so much!! I know when this lady goes to bed at night she feels a sense of joy and expectation she hasn't had in a long time. God bless you all.
I know the house was almost derelict, but all your efforts have prevented another person from becoming homeless and another burden on the social services system. Thanks to you all involved.
It's a reminder never to give up. Even if it seems pointless to try, things can get better with enough help and kindness. God bless you, and thank you.
Amen to that! You never know how far kindness will stretch, grateful to have all these people involved and coming together to help
Loved watching all that horrible ivy coming off. Kudos to the guy in the light blue t-shirt who was making sure every last little bit came off. Your dad is hilarious with his get ups. Looking forward to seeing the next instalment.
All the gents helping are heroes and wonderful people. It is reassuring to know that you all are taking care of your elders. Thank you so much for helping Barb, she will be warm and safe because of you.😊❤
Oh my goodness, this poor lady desperately needed help! Thank You Ben and all volunteers. Loving this series!
I think she's going to be needing a lot more help with that pitiful cottage, bless them all for doing this much!
Barbara's house is in such a sorry state, it made me cry. A big shout out and many thanks to you, your dad and the many volunteers doing all you can to make the house liveable again. Can't waitbfor part 3.
That roof breathed a huge sigh of relief when that ivy was removed.
I removed ivy from only a concrete block wall, and the work involved just to do that was crazy! It took me fully three years to finally kill all the bits and pieces trying to regrow. What you guys accomplished is amazing.
It's such a pleasure to watch a bunch of handymen blessing an old lady.
So hard to see older people without options. Their family may be deceased, as mine are. People don't want to help others because they're too busy, don't have money, or whatever. I'm very blessed to have a couple of neighbors who check on me. Not everyone is so lucky. And it's embarrassing to admit or ask for help for something this massive. I was fortunate enough to have home insurance and recently had my roof replaced and siding and gutters replaced because of storm damage. Otherwise I would have to live with it as is because I don't have tens of thousands to repair it myself. You all are doing a great service. Praying she feels comfortable enough to allow access to her home to get repairs done. And that enough can be raised to cover the cost.
❤ similar for me, with a kind neighbour, and 10 years to get earthquake damage repaired properly.
Absolutely incredible work! I love the bloopers at the end and your dad always makes me laugh. Barbara does seem a bit overwhelmed by it all, but everyone is so kind and supportive. The house already looks ten times better. Thank you for all you do for others! ❤
What you are doing for Barbara is truly a blessing. I love how everyone pulls together to transform and safeguard this home. God bless each one of you. ❤
To all the people working with Barbara to heal her house.....thank you so much. To Barbara, thank you for embracing this community. A wise friend once reminded me when I kept refusing aid, that sometimes, the greatest gift we can give is allowing others to help us and be apart of our healing. And he was so right. You are obviously a very strong lady. Hope that all continues to improve, you deserve wonderful things happening to you. Stay safe all.
Well put.
I feel badly for this lady. I'm sure that house is full of mold. You guys are legends, keep up the good work!
This is part of what “Love thy neighbor” is. You guys are awesome! 💕
I may be an Atheist, but if there's one thing I agree with in Christianity, it's "Love thy neighbour".
Hoarding is such a complicated disorder. It's heartwarming to see people like yourself helping in every way that miss Barbara is comfortable with.
I absolutely love how you engage with her. Not condesending, not judging. You're just so nice and understanding. Thank you for that.
I honestly just hope we made a difference, can’t explain how overwhelming it for me.. so imagine how Barbara feels. Thank you for watching and kind words
@@FlawlessCleaningServices you are definitely making a difference. Even if she doesn't let you see it, I'm 100% sure she's extremely grateful.
Ben, you, your loving, faithful, Dad, and your entire team are fantastic. What a big difference you all have already made to Barbara's life and to her home. Many thanks to all of you and God bless you all.
What you do is incredible - there’s not just the physical stuff but all the project management. Also, your camera placement and editing is awesome. It’s fascinating seeing up close all those skills. Far better than any TV makeover programme. You really make the viewer feel involved. Can’t wait until Part 3.
Seien Sie beschützt und gesegnet für ihre Taten. Dieser Dienst an Mitmenschen ist das schönste was ein Mensch für einen anderen tun kann. Genau auf diese Weise kann eine Gesellschaft heilen! Grossen Dank ❤
Another BAFTA award-winning performance by Paul in his remake of The Wizard of Oz.
Great job so far. You guys are great.
Barbara needs a better place to live! She is not safe and secure there, and obviously cannot manage by herself. She needs a lot of support! Thank you Ben and Dad for the wonderful work you do! God Bless you all!
Heartbreaking to watch... but very glad there are wonderful people out there like yourselves looking after Barbara.
Your dad just looked so funny. That was the perfect skit.
Glad you got that mess off the roof and got some repairs done.
Wishing you and everyone involved the best of success with this project
I realized how much I missed your Dad when he takes off to rest😂😂❤❤ you guys are so great. God Bless you.
nice to meet you again. I also went to mow the lawn and encountered a snake
There must have been so much wildlife living the high life in that ivy and brushwood. Which unfortunately translates to mice and who knows what else getting in to poor Barbara's home! This is going to be an improvement for her in all possible ways.
Thank you for all your caring service.
Un petit bonjour de France j'adore regarder vos vidéos 🙏👏👍
Moi aussi... me too. Bravo lads!
Epic. All of you there are legends. Well done.
I knew this was going to be massive, all I can say is 😳. Thank you Ben and everyone who has contributed to help Barbara.🙏
That no one reached out to help Barbara before this is amazing.
What a job! I cannot imagine being a certain age and not being able to keep up with the work. I’m sure it is depressing to have to live like that and knowing you cannot do anything. What wonderful people you are to give her this life changing gift. I cannot imagine the relief and peace you have given to her. Hopefully some neighbors might help in the future , seeing the heavy work is done. I’m looking forward to part 3! Thank you for being wonderful!
I love seeing the Ivy get ripped off. Horrible stuff, plants and building don't mix. First thing I did when I moved into my house was get all the ivy off the walls and take down all the trees overhanging the roof. You guys do amazing work, just hope someone nearby can help Barbara keep on top of that garden in the future.
I was thinking of planting ivy to grow on the brick at my house. This has changed my mind!
Ben, your dad is so funny wearing the scarecrow costume!😂 what you and the other young men are doing is beyond words! You are literally risking life and limb doing that work! I certainly hope that the owner, Barbara, totally understands and appreciates what you all are doing! That is decades and decades of neglect you are trying to fix!😮 take care, and God bless ALL of you!
Ben, Let’s start by saying you are one incredible human being. What this world lacks these days is empathy. What you do is priceless. I hope you rub off on some of your viewers . I think you and your crew have done a marvelous job jumping in to help Barbara . I agree she needs as much help as Norman and fundraiser would be a great idea. She needs a brand new roof and some windows. Keep up the incredible work you do. Much love from 🇺🇸
Barbara’s house is worse than Norman’s. What a blessing she has with the help of all of you.
*A great group of folks came together to help out Barbara. That scarecrow has lost it's way from the old 'Wizard of Oz' movie set... Rock onto next weeks part 3... 🙂.*
Yes. YOU MAKE A DIFFERENCE!! How can they leave a beautiful property and an old lady destitute? Where are the family and relatives? Congratulations, Ben. To you, your father and your valuable team. Excellent weekend. Rest easy🤗❤
Thank you Rejane, I think it's more common than we all think.. It's so sad. I hope you have a great weekend
Where are the neighbors? Property this overgrown lowers the value of the other properties in the neighborhood. Wouldn’t enlightens self interest have these people helping?
@@TheSuzberry Excellent point. A little maintenance over the years would have prevented this. Even if they didn't do it out of kindness, just keeping their property values up and preventing it from looking untidy would have gone a long way.
...why is it the neighbours responsibility? Those of us who are paying council tax, are paying more and for adult social care every year! Where the hell is that money going?!!
@@vinparaffin6082 - are you familiar with the concept of ‘enlightened self interest’?
God bless you and everyone helping because this is a huge job. This lady will feel like she has a new home by time you’re finished. Thank you for everything you do 🙏💗💗
OMG Ben, you made me cry when you invited Barbara to a pub for fish and chips!!! You blokes are such a blessing and it is awesome to watch you fixing up her property. G-d bless all of you for what you do, just amazingly good people and you renew my faith in humanity!!! Thank you so much. ♥ ♥ ♥ p.s. your dad makes a GREAT scarecrow, Ben! 😄 I had such a good laugh!!!!!!!!!!!!
Oh my! I am again so stunned at what all you wonderful men have done here! What a bunch of so talented repairmen each of you are! And such nice men too! I am about the same age as she is! God bless you all! California, USA♥️
I fully recognize there are mental health issues at work here. That said, I listened "between the line" and picked up on something. When they were working on the front yard Barbara, using a lilting voice, said, "I LIKE to garden." What a great starting point to work her to start reintegrating back into society and normalcy of life.
The scale of needed work is insane: huge progress thus far!
LOL! Paul as a scarecrow! Jack is a super hard worker!
Missed the premiere today: started at a different time.
Honestly it's so overwhelming how much needs doing!
Jack and dad are insane grafters, Sorry about the premiere I forgot it was Theo's mini marathon today
Hope Theo won!
Much respect for the support shown to Barbara.. she really needs your help and get to see how much change for the better is happening
All of you are a blessing for helping this elderly couple out. Thank you for all you do. Great job.
Absolutely amazing!!! You all are beautiful humans!!! Thank you Kresse for supporting Ben and his Dad.
Thank you for all you and the team do for those in need
A HUGE thank you to all of those who have given their time and expertise in helping to repair Barbara’s home!!! We never know what someone has gone through to bring them to the place they are now. Thank you Ben and Paul for helping those who have been forgotten. From cleaning school yards, veteran memorials, skate parks, play grounds, walking paths and the list goes on. May all of you be blessed immeasurably. Watching from across the pond in Savannah, GA.
Hats off to the folks who volunteered and donated to helping this lady.
Tha house would've been better demolished and built from scratch
So sad to see, but good on you and all people who are helping her
Oh Ben! Part 2 was just as awesome as Part 1! That sweet lady, it’s so hard to think of the many years she’s lived in the poor and continuing-to-deteriorate house. I’m in awe of you for masterminding and coordinating this amazing home rescue for Barbara. I always love your property cleaning videos, but Norman’s and now Barbara’s whole-property transformations are the very best! Thank you, and please keep doing them!
Glad you enjoyed it
You all are Barbara's sons. Giving her the big fix up will help her so much. I would love to donate for more to be done, I know how much upkeep a MCM aged house takes, and it's really hard on a fixed income.
Your team did great work! I'm glad new windows are going in. I wish an entire new roof could be put on that backroom. Or rebuild that room entirely....
That’s so lovely what you’re all doing for Barbara 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
Oh my, my heart goes out to this lovely woman and look at you and Dad have got the gang together rescuing the house from nature! And fixing the roof and helping her through all that involved. Very kind of all of you.
I just love these large community projects. Barbara must have felt like she was buried alive under all of that... plus drowning. Unimaginable. Everyone involved in this is restoring my faith. Thank you so much for what you do!
Your amazing!! You and your dad for getting these folks cared for!! So brilliant!! Thank you
Y'all are amazing to help put the lady's home back together ❤❤
What a truly wonderful thing you are doing. I pray that there will be enough funds to get her totally sorted out - the windows, the whole roof, repairing all the siding, getting the inside all sorted out and finally cleaning up the entire yard/garden. Let me know if there will be a go fund me page. God bless you all!!! You go dad!!!
Great Job that everyone is doing and having a little fun doing it. God Bless you all.
Appreciate the kind words! Thanks for watching
Thanks! You and your team are awesome! 🎉
Means so much than you
All you men are to be commended for your hard work and your heart work! Hearts og gold!
Ben, you and your father have huge hearts. Thank you for all you are doing to help others out who are in need and that don't have the help or know where to go to get the help