Same for me. I’m enjoying watching you both making progress on this Hugh project and then to find out you are a sewest also. I’m a quilter, knitter and card maker. ❤❤❤
No reason for people to know where your location is!! Who asks such a thing??? Safety is a priority! You are generous enough with your life. I enjoyed every minute of this video.
Of course no one needs to know and I completely understand why you’d keep that info private but you are in Nova Scotia. Every Nova Scotian who sees this is going to wonder exactly where you are and if they can help out in some way. You are a newcomer to the area and we tend to reach out. I’ll be shocked if you don’t get asked this question repeatedly. It wouldn’t even occur to lots of small town Nova Scotians that revealing your location could put you in harms way.
Absolutely! Most of the time permits are public so you should be able to find information there and tax records will also give a lot of information especially if an attic was added.
My house was built in 1917. The year that it was going to turn 100 years old, I decided to give it to a birthday party.‼️‼️‼️‼️🎂 I actually read over my abstract which detailed from the beginning who had purchased the land then built the house and who lived in it and from there that’s when I contacted the people that were still alive. Had them send me pictures when they lived in my house, put the history and the pictures of everyone that had lived in my home into a booklet, and of course, gave them a booklet and of course, invited them to the birthday party😁 everyone enjoyed coming back home and walking through the house reminiscing when they were building their family! It brought great joy to me!
That is the sweetest and coolest thing to do! Love that past residents were able to visit and I’m sure make the house feel more like a home from hearing about the life of the house.
I am happy to have the story unfold over time. It's more fun to look forward to updates and episodes than just a huge information dump. Keep your privacy sacred. We don't need to know everything.
Friends, I’m so sorry that the CC timing is off… I spent over an hour fighting the YT interface to try to realign them, and they just won’t stick 😩😩 …I have to go now, but I’m gonna work on them again tonight. So many apologies 😢
What a job! Please use the respirator in the basement too! The dampness can harbor mold and you don’t want to be breathing that either! Look at your skin… that is coating your lungs too! Be careful… old houses and dust is nothing to fool around with-and you don’t want to find out too late! Enjoyed your videos🩷..such an adventure
When you bought the house there was a title search done by the title company. They will have all of the history in the Folio in the public records from the origin of the house . Good luck!
The local historical society will likely have lots of info about your neighbourhood and your house. It's such a fine house, I am betting that some prominent citizens lived there. Old newspapers will have loads of photos too. Local people will be happy to help you find out about the history of the home because you are saving it. Have fun!!!
Yes - local historical society. Smaller towns in NS often have them - often as part of the library. (lol) If not in your location, there is probably one nearby that covers the county.
Was also coming here to ask whether there is a local history society 😊 The one here actually posts a historic photograph in the local newspaper every month or so, to ask locals if they recognise any of the people/buildings/etc pictured and add to the archives 😊
1. Your energy and strength AMAZE me! I'm exhausted just watching you work! 2. You're very smart to keep your location private. Safety first! 3. I love the house updates, but I am absolutely in love with the corgi content!! 4. "I don't HAVE to put that in the video" was immediately followed by the thought "but I will"!
it's a small town Nova Scotia, go to the local coffee shop or corner store and talk to ppl. In my experience, a lot of the older folk know everyone. Also, small-town libraries in NS can borrow for the bigger Libraries depending on where you are, but the Librarians are generally super helpful
Unfortunately I have the sinking feeling that some of the documents this old might be the type that aren't transported from library to library, but I could be wrong, and it's worth looking into!!
Documents such as deeds,marriage,death and birth certificates as well as newspapers are often stored on microfilm or microfiche. If the library does not have them then the local or rather regional Historical Society might. Keep in mind that a local college or university library may be the repository for these micro films or microfiche.
the dog was so happy at the beach, I also live in Nova Scotia and I’m so excited to see you bring back this old house! Just a tip, Smaller local thrift shops would have better pricing then value village.
And they likely have way more & better- hidden gems 💎 Value village isn't cheap anymore! Personally, I seem to find less and less there. Their staff must go thru it first and choose what they want... Same with smaller stores, I know! But with smaller ones there are usually more gems (for cheaper) 😊 Less staff to take them potentially imo! May I also suggest liquidation stores? There's this store called Quick Pick in my city. Something like that. Good luck 😊
You two eating at the end, with that tired stare, is the epitome of “tech exhaustion” 😂 Been at it for hours, living in the dark place working your butts off to get a show off the ground-very similar to intense house project days! You’re an amazing team. Every time a video comes up, it’s like a treat. I’m recovering from a shitty surgery & you brightened my morning!
Happy healing! I agree :) They're such a good (and cute!) team. There's another Canadian couple working on an ooooold house on TH-cam! (In BC I believe?) Jenna Phipps is the channel name. These couples restore my faith in relationships tbh 😂
We learned a ton about our house just by living in it. Once we visited with the locals, the stories started coming. I learned that it was moved from the bottom of the hill to the top via logs and a farm tractor😮, and that it was the first house on the road to get electricity and indoor plumbing. It’s been fun hearing the stories. Going to take a metal detector down to the old foundation spot when it warms up.
Is it a weird suggestion to use the metal detector on all of your property? (To find treasures mostly but also just to know what's down there!) I love old treasures baha so if I had a metal detector I'd be going ham 😂
Re: library idea it's amazing, but tl,dr consult with an architect because books are heavier than you think Now the story: I have a friend who's a book aficionado. I mean, he buys a lot of books, has a nice spreadsheet for all of them but he runs out of shelves so his room is part shelves - part floor-sitting stacks of books. When visited by an architect friend the friend said "you know that when you're making a house project you should tell your architect when you're planning the library, so they can reinforce the joists, otherwise the books might be too heavy and cause structural problems". Of course he's god a loooooot of books. So that totally depends, but if you're planning floor-to-ceiling wonderful bookshelves full of actual books not foam props you might want to check twice :D
It ended way too soon, but thank you so much for making my day start with such a positive note. Now I'll resume watching more of your older videos, though, and maybe I'll even try getting my sewing machine out before your next premiere. That would be a good goal! Thank you, Shannon.
The library is a great place to start looking for information on your home! I'm a librarian and I love helping patrons with questions like this. I would see if there is a reference librarian you can email at the Halifax library or your local library. If there is a local history club or genealogy group, they could be great to reach out to as well.
oooh, solid point on the tool lending program... I think it's probably a tiny library, but I will absolutely check!! And yes, will also start there for further directions on the house!
@@damogranheart5521 not sure it's been a long time since ive been in physicaly though I use the digital services. Can't drive anymore for medical reasons and America isn't walkable or public transit accessible outside of makjor cities
I dont blame you for keeping ur location private. I have family in Nova Scotia. Its a beautiful place to live. I think ur going to be extremely happy there. ❤
I got one on eBay recently for checking vintage pewter that I want to use for reenactment. Not expensive and looks like it'll be really easy to use, when I get it all out of storage 😀
Shannon, what an undertaking. I love your optimism and vision. I wish you well and love the progress you are making. You are an inspiration for those of us that can get bogged down in what can be an overwhelming process.
Love habitat for humanity, they do such wonderful work, and are an amazing source when you are doing home repairs on a budget. Friend of mine bought a house for five thousand dollars, it had been abandoned for six years, broken into, was in bad shape. I took him to the habitat for humanity restore, and he was shocked, he saved so much money on stuff for his bathroom and kitchen, and all the drywall he needed, lol You do have to revisit, because as you said, the inventory changes, but so worth it, and it helps them build houses for people.... win/win. Watching you and Phil work together, building your beautiful home is lovely, thanks for sharing. Best wishes on this adventure.
I totally thought the stack of tile was records! Also, the surprise puppy visit to the attic was very cute, and shows how smart she is. I hope you find a good solution for keeping her safe. Maybe a baby gate or 2 in strategic places.
Yup! Loved this outro too!! You guys are a hoot! And I really feel like the previous owners took "root cellar" thing a little too far in this instance!! LOL
Love your new project. You need to wear your mask when clearing the basement. Since it is wet, there could be mold. Look forward to next video. There should be property records at your local government offices.
The apple pealer always brings my heart joy. My grandma made THE BEST apple pies so, for the holiday family gatherings we would be pealing apples days before. My grandpa came in one day and set down this wacky contraption and we laughed so hard. ❤ I hope Grandma will have some pies ready for me when I get to Heaven.
In the US the Fire Insurance companies would make maps of all the houses cities. Lots of times they are digitized by local historians. I have renovated several old houses and I love watching y’all tackling this project!
My husband and I laughed when we saw the apple peeler/corer! We call them "apple death machines". It's indispensable when making pies! Highly recommend lol. So fun to be on this house journey with you!
Fabulous! So excited that you’re progressing so well. I look forward to this every Friday. You and Phil make a great team and I just love your wee pup cutest little waggle ever!
They're great dogs, but they need a TON of exercise and training or else they can be very troublesome (like many dog breeds, but ppl get corgis because they're small and cute, and think they can treat them like other tiny dog breeds, but these are working dogs, so they really need to be kept occupied.... I could write a whole novel on this, but I shall restrain myself lol)
@@ShannonMakes Huskies produce so much hair! And ours nudge or poke (in uncomfortable places) to get attention. When it rains one of ours pees on the patio at night instead of out on the grass. Constant cleaning.
Puts a whole new meaning to the word root cellar. Also, good to see you rocking out to The Cars Shannon! 80s music helps so much when you need to get shit done!
I don’t know what’s available in Canada, but searching property records online helped me. I was able to see things like previous property surveys, things like when the public path was put through my side yard, and even aerial surveys from when they were planning to pave the roads back in the 50s. I was also able to find the names of the previous owners. I searched for them in the local newspaper archives but didn’t find anything.
People have given a lot of ideas on researching your property. I understand how your days hours of free time are tied up in the house project. Maybe consider seeing if there’s a close friend or relative or Patreon that might enjoy doing some research for you on your property. Thank you for sharing your project with us. ❤❤❤
Всегда удивляюсь количеству хлама, который мы(люди) убираем с глаз долой на чердаки, в подвалы и кладовки, совершенно не задумываясь о том кому предстоит это всё разгребать 😂 Ждала это видео и искренне верила в находку клада 😅 Теперь буду ждать продолжения! Восхищаюсь вашим терпением и настойчивостью.
Shannon- I love all the suggestions about how to find the house's history- but I further suggest ads in the local newspapers (shouldnt cost much) and any social media sites of local origin. And, talk to people in your little community! 😊
This is such a niche Atlantic Canadian thing, but I’m pretty sure I recognize the flavour of PC water Phil is drinking at the end and it so perfectly dates this because we only got that in the Maritimes in Summer 2023. Just made me chuckle.
if there is a town historical society, they could help dig up the history of the house. And the city hall records search suggestion that was made is also good.
Wow! You two have your work cut out for you! I love Nova Scotia, and especially love Halifax. I am glad to see you taking a bit of time to enjoy yourselves too. Thank you so much for bringing us along on this journey!
So inspiring! Your attic could be an excellent indoor playground with swings/hammocks, padded floor for spawling/yoga. I think grown ups need fun spaces.
Is there some form of land registry there? Here in the UK we have that which opens up the history of the site, along with former owners. It does cost a bit though. I love the idea of the attic being turned into a multi-use space. A snug library-come-craft room sounds heavenly. While you’re waiting to put in skylights (yeah that sounds so good!) some daylight lamps could be a decent interim solution. The space will evolve with use anyway, I guess! (But definitely a few big pouffy beanbags would not go amiss! 😂 ) It’s fascinating to see it all take shape!
You can search the titles of Property on line in Nova Scotia last time I had occasion to do it. It would be fun to find pictures of the streets back in the day.
I love seeing your progress on the house! It's gonna be so breathtaking when the whole house has been taken car of! About the history of the place, I'd also say Town hall, and maybe see if there's a notary around. They might have some pointers. When you talked about the attic, I suddenly had a vision of a tea parlor (kind of like Cardinal on St-Laurent street) with a piano and Schubertiade-type concerts. Can't wait for next week's episode!
Which reminds me. I want to make a teacup and saucer holster! A woman should always be prepared in case a spontaneous teaparty appears in her vicinity!
I admire your sheer physical strength and your energy as you hit the yucky stuff. Well done! Such a lovely part of the world. All the best on your journey 🇨🇦
The library will be a good starting point though. You might be surprised at what they have or can access. We had some of the historical city photos on file as well as old maps. We moved them over to the museum eventually but we still have microfilm of old newspapers. (It’s getting digitized)
In the USA when we bought our house similar to yours there was a lot of information in the Title including everyone who had owned it in the past. Also the green peeler is an Apple corer peeler slicer. We have about 10 apple trees and we have several
Local historical society, Census information, and not sure if Canada has done this, but in Australia, all the old newspapers have been uploaded online where you can search and read old newspaper articles.
I would suggest heading down to your town hall or county clerk's office and see about pulling any tax records for the house. From there you can find out the names, occupations, and earnings of the previous owners. You should also be able to figure out the years of any major building projects by the change in taxable area and tax assessments. From there you can take the names you found to the library and see what they can help you pull up. Census documents, old newspapers, maybe even birth, death, and marriage certificates should all be possible to find.
In the UK we have something called the Land Registry Office where all records relating to Title Deeds, Land Ownership, Building Ownership and major construction works are registered. Not sure if Canada has the same but worth looking into if they do. If there have been any significant additions to the property there might also be blueprints or records of it in with your property title deeds. These are usually retained and stored by your mortgage lender until your mortgage is paid off.
I think you should check out local tax records and of course track down any historical societies in the area. As for the burp, I'm glad you left it in. "Better out, then in" my Dad always said. Love this series.
I would love to have a huge attic to turn into a library ❤. I’m sure that is a long way in the future though … so much else to do first. In the meantime though keep your eyes open for people tossing out book cases and grab all you can! I would probably also use the attic for my fabric stash if I had that much space. Bench sized boxes with a cushion on top will store a lot of fabric and make a good place to sit while you decide which book to read.
That attic looks almost identical to the Maine 1880s Victorian house attic that I grew up in. I cannot emphasize enough how cold or hot it was. One winter we lost a slate off our roof and a small pile of snow got through the boards and sat there on the floor until the spring when it melted. If you decide to use it for a crafting room, even with insulation, I would think that you would need a separate source of heat and air conditioning because I can't imagine the insulation would be enough. That said, we did have a pool table up there that had collapsible legs but there were only about 10 days a year we could use it.
There are 1 million people living in the whole province of Nova Scotia. Most of us have been there for generations. Thrift shopping and curb cruising is very thin. I moved to Ontario from Truro Nova Scotia 4 years ago and was amazed at what you can get here. I furnished my place here with Facebook Marketplace purchases. I got an oak dining room set for free from somebody who was throwing it out. She was moving and didn’t have room.There is a Mennonite thrift store in HRM that has nice stuff and used to be reasonably priced. Once you get to know some locals you may gain access to folks who are downsizing from a house to an apartment. Wear those respirators any time you are working. Handling fibreglass insulation barefaced is not a good idea….
Yup, the entire province has literally half the population of Montreal, and yet I still found myself in an argument with some dick who was convinced that, just because he found “dozens” of cast iron radiators on his Craigslist (immediately a sign he’s probably US based) for less than $50, that it’d be no problem for me to find enough radiators to furnish my whole house 🤦♀️ I’m like “bro… not that easy”
@@ShannonMakes yup. I’m glad you are doing the renovation on the frugal side. Looking forward to following your journey. If he could point you to a house lot of 20 or so radiators for $50….🤣 worth it to take a trip.I would be tempted to install a wood stove vented to that fireplace. Likely require a new chimney liner… The area where you live used to have coal mines so a coal burning fireplace would have been a great option.
Yea, if he wants to hop on Kijiji or Marketplace and try to shop around in my immediate area, then sure... 🤣🤣 The ease and confidence with which he assumed that I had no idea what I was talking about, or that I hadn't already considered these options was wild tho! 😭
Check with your local land surveyor offices to see if there is a chance there might be old records of your home. There is a fellow TH-camr in Nova Scotia as well who bought their historic home site unseen. Her name and channel is Alicia English (first name spelling may be wrong).You may want to get in touch with her to see where she started her research as well. They moved from Ontario to Nova Scotia almost 3 years ago now. Good luck with your research !
Apple peeler/corer! I used to have one of those (gave it to my daughter). The can be used for potatoes and other produce if the corer can be flipped down.
Shannon, as to your question on suggestions as to where to look for information on the history of the house and previous owners, here in the United States you would go to the recorder of deeds in the county or city in which the house is located and they would be able to tell you the previous owners of the house and likely be able to give you more detailed information as to the house of the house itself. Hope that helps a bit.
It is worth checking in with local history centre or community group. I was working at my Local History and Archives Centre and stumbled across a huge file on the history of our apartment block. It is worth flicking them an email at least! And if they don't have that info, ready, they can always contact your nearest "big" regional centre on your behalf (which is a time saver).
If the library doesn’t have a lending tool library, try seeing if your local hardware loans or rents tools. I know several here in the states who rent the more expensive tools. Then you can try it and see if it’s worth buying.
My goodness, Shannon. You are so strong! I am in my 60’s and I would have loved to restore an old home at your age. I have always enjoyed your content and I am looking forward to seeing how you come along on your house.
Sorry I missed the 'assignment' last video about what to do with your attic. Since it is rather dark there, you could make it into a temporary movie theater. Then you can look back over your videos about the house...where you started, how far you have come, and where you want to take it. There would be enough room to have friends over, you could sleep there if you get tired, and not need to be too concerned if it gets a little messy. But whatever you do, it will be yours. I envy you and where you are in your life. I would LOVE to be doing what you are doing. Congratulations on your purchase of your house and I know you will get an extreme sense of accomplishment when you finally get everything just right. Your forever home. Sounds nice, doesn't it? Looking forward to living vicariously through your adventure. Blessings.
To find out more about the history of your house, you have a few options. It's great that you know the names of the people who built the house - a good place to start. I've seen people mention the historical society, which is a smart idea as they can likely give you some direction as you start off on your adventure. Local archives are a great place to look (consider looking at city, township or county archives). Some archivists can do research for you, sometimes for free and sometimes for a small fee. Local community museums often have their own archives too (especially in smaller regions) so that's definitely worth a look.
Just love the videos!! 🛠️😍 I hope lots of people join us Patreon’s. You deserve it! If I didn’t live on another continent, I’d ask if I could come over with some tools and working hands.
If nothing else, working on this clean up will help keep u in shape for ur acrobatics!!! Yeeeesh all the stuff that home reno'ers have to go through is so underrated!! Y'all r amazing!!
In case nobody mentioned this, try using the Canadian census records. You should be able to use the 1910 census records to find out who was living in your house in 1910. Perhaps your local library will have access to the records. The first census was I believe in 1871 for Nova Scotia.
Do you have an abstract? Starts with who originally bought the land, built the house, who bought it as time went on. Yo could then research people through genealogy through the local library, old tax rolls etc. And btw...I'm totally in love with your doggo! Adorable ❤❤❤ lol, now that's a real shop vac, looks big enough to work for you and still be manageable to dump. This is so much fun!
After seeing the attic more in depth, this could be an amazing craft space down the line, hopefully with some air flow and insulation to make sure it's habitable. I'm so happy you're trying to preserve as much as possible ^^. 14:00 Yes, absolutely. While I love house reno stuff, please keep safe when showing exterior shots. Maybe even anything historic photos that can be reverse searched. 15:32 Wait, what is that? A jellyfish? Habitat for Humanity stores are in Canada? That's awesome :D. 22:00 Oh yeah, I guess lighting would be an issue XD. While natural light may be limiting, you could control artificial light a lot more. But, the skylights would be a cool idea if it's viable.
Online newspaper archives might help in your search. Property sales, new construction, people moving, etc. used to be published. Think of it as social media of yesteryear.
Our cat, went over to our neighbors yard, she was pest control for both of us one day they opened their nasty crawl space( I did not know they opened it) she went in and spent a lot of time in there, well she picked up some kind of mold sickness, so yes she passed on from that sickness, I was sad and a bit mad because I would have kept her in that day. So yes, keep your doggy safe and you too ❤
Hi Shannon, I’m new to your channel. You are by far the most interesting person on TH-cam. Checking out older videos & lovin’ them!
I agree.
hahahah thank you 🤣🙏🥰
Same for me. I’m enjoying watching you both making progress on this Hugh project and then to find out you are a sewest also. I’m a quilter, knitter and card maker. ❤❤❤
No reason for people to know where your location is!! Who asks such a thing??? Safety is a priority! You are generous enough with your life. I enjoyed every minute of this video.
Thank you! 😊
Especially when you aren’t there all the time.
Absolutely no one needs to know!
Absolutely. Nobody's business but yours.
Of course no one needs to know and I completely understand why you’d keep that info private but you are in Nova Scotia. Every Nova Scotian who sees this is going to wonder exactly where you are and if they can help out in some way. You are a newcomer to the area and we tend to reach out. I’ll be shocked if you don’t get asked this question repeatedly. It wouldn’t even occur to lots of small town Nova Scotians that revealing your location could put you in harms way.
Go to City Hall for land surveys, tax records, deeds, wills, etc. Building permits alone can tell quite a story.
Thank you!
That was going to be my suggestion too.
Ja me to, I did that with my house in the US.
Absolutely! Most of the time permits are public so you should be able to find information there and tax records will also give a lot of information especially if an attic was added.
I would like to add a county museum and archive. We have these in rural Ontario and it helped us understand the waves of settlers in our area.
My house was built in 1917. The year that it was going to turn 100 years old, I decided to give it to a birthday party.‼️‼️‼️‼️🎂 I actually read over my abstract which detailed from the beginning who had purchased the land then built the house and who lived in it and from there that’s when I contacted the people that were still alive. Had them send me pictures when they lived in my house, put the history and the pictures of everyone that had lived in my home into a booklet, and of course, gave them a booklet and of course, invited them to the birthday party😁 everyone enjoyed coming back home and walking through the house reminiscing when they were building their family! It brought great joy to me!
That is the sweetest and coolest thing to do! Love that past residents were able to visit and I’m sure make the house feel more like a home from hearing about the life of the house.
What a wonderful idea
Very cool!! 🎉 Happy birthday to your house!
That is so wonderful.
"Honestly? Defenestration." is an ENTIRE MOOD. And possible merch?
hahahah good point
"Honestly... defenestration" with one of the house's antique wallpaper motifs behind it 🤣🤣
@@ShannonMakesput that on a (size inclusive, please!) hoodie and I’m all in for one!
I had to look up that word. Sounded murderous. Only sometimes, I guess.
Love where you both are in your house clean out and restoration! The best is yet to come!❤
Oooooo you could have the word in front of the window!
I am happy to have the story unfold over time. It's more fun to look forward to updates and episodes than just a huge information dump. Keep your privacy sacred. We don't need to know everything.
Friends, I’m so sorry that the CC timing is off… I spent over an hour fighting the YT interface to try to realign them, and they just won’t stick 😩😩 …I have to go now, but I’m gonna work on them again tonight. So many apologies 😢
No problem - I've no idea what you're talking about so I guess it didn't affect my enjoyment at all 😁
Into each life a little compost happens!
Thank you!
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Hi Shannon, I wish you were wearing masks, you might be breathing really bad stuff. Give it a think.
What a job!
Please use the respirator in the basement too! The dampness can harbor mold and you don’t want to be breathing that either! Look at your skin… that is coating your lungs too! Be careful… old houses and dust is nothing to fool around with-and you don’t want to find out too late!
Enjoyed your videos🩷..such an adventure
Just came here to say that: please be careful!
The insulation usually is fiberglass. Once in the lungs it sticks into the walls.
When you bought the house there was a title search done by the title company. They will have all of the history in the Folio in the public records from the origin of the house . Good luck!
The local historical society will likely have lots of info about your neighbourhood and your house. It's such a fine house, I am betting that some prominent citizens lived there. Old newspapers will have loads of photos too. Local people will be happy to help you find out about the history of the home because you are saving it. Have fun!!!
Royal Nova Scotia Historical Society
I was about to suggest the same thing. Historical societies often have pictures as well.
Yes - local historical society. Smaller towns in NS often have them - often as part of the library. (lol) If not in your location, there is probably one nearby that covers the county.
Was also coming here to ask whether there is a local history society 😊
The one here actually posts a historic photograph in the local newspaper every month or so, to ask locals if they recognise any of the people/buildings/etc pictured and add to the archives 😊
I just said the same before finding this comment. I think it’s likely the town will have its own society.
1. Your energy and strength AMAZE me! I'm exhausted just watching you work! 2. You're very smart to keep your location private. Safety first! 3. I love the house updates, but I am absolutely in love with the corgi content!! 4. "I don't HAVE to put that in the video" was immediately followed by the thought "but I will"!
Re: the burp… Absolutely-fricking-lutely!! 😂
I have a friend who says, "Now that was sexy!"whenever someone burbs!
In my world the saying is "sorry, that was meant to be a song"
Enjoying this vicariously. I would have LOVED to do this...50 years ago. Too old now. And you are fortunate to have a capable and willing partner!
Thank you :-D
it's a small town Nova Scotia, go to the local coffee shop or corner store and talk to ppl. In my experience, a lot of the older folk know everyone. Also, small-town libraries in NS can borrow for the bigger Libraries depending on where you are, but the Librarians are generally super helpful
Inner Library Loan programs are epic!
Unfortunately I have the sinking feeling that some of the documents this old might be the type that aren't transported from library to library, but I could be wrong, and it's worth looking into!!
Documents such as deeds,marriage,death and birth certificates as well as newspapers are often stored on microfilm or microfiche. If the library does not have them then the local or rather regional Historical Society might. Keep in mind that a local college or university library may be the repository for these micro films or microfiche.
The German “raus!” 😂 was not expecting that
lol I just know there's gonna be like 10 ppl in the audience who get a good kick out of that
I caught the 'raus'. You really need to use a bit more energy. RAUS!
@@ShannonMakes i guess.. we will be more :D
I think so too. Greetings from Germany :)
I got it too. Hilarious!
I am glad you are being safe and not disclosing your location. The internet is not a safe place.
the dog was so happy at the beach, I also live in Nova Scotia and I’m so excited to see you bring back this old house! Just a tip, Smaller local thrift shops would have better pricing then value village.
And they likely have way more & better- hidden gems 💎
Value village isn't cheap anymore! Personally, I seem to find less and less there. Their staff must go thru it first and choose what they want...
Same with smaller stores, I know! But with smaller ones there are usually more gems (for cheaper) 😊 Less staff to take them potentially imo!
May I also suggest liquidation stores? There's this store called Quick Pick in my city. Something like that.
Good luck 😊
Guy’s Frenchy’s is where it’s at!
Frenchy's was famous when I was at uni in NB in the 70s!! So cool it's still going strong!
You two eating at the end, with that tired stare, is the epitome of “tech exhaustion” 😂 Been at it for hours, living in the dark place working your butts off to get a show off the ground-very similar to intense house project days! You’re an amazing team. Every time a video comes up, it’s like a treat. I’m recovering from a shitty surgery & you brightened my morning!
May you heal well and fast!
Happy healing!
I agree :) They're such a good (and cute!) team.
There's another Canadian couple working on an ooooold house on TH-cam! (In BC I believe?)
Jenna Phipps is the channel name.
These couples restore my faith in relationships tbh 😂
We learned a ton about our house just by living in it. Once we visited with the locals, the stories started coming. I learned that it was moved from the bottom of the hill to the top via logs and a farm tractor😮, and that it was the first house on the road to get electricity and indoor plumbing. It’s been fun hearing the stories. Going to take a metal detector down to the old foundation spot when it warms up.
Is it a weird suggestion to use the metal detector on all of your property?
(To find treasures mostly but also just to know what's down there!)
I love old treasures baha so if I had a metal detector I'd be going ham 😂
oh don't worry, if I ever see a metal detector come up secondhand, I'm definitely gonna get one 🤣
Re: library idea
it's amazing, but tl,dr consult with an architect because books are heavier than you think
Now the story:
I have a friend who's a book aficionado. I mean, he buys a lot of books, has a nice spreadsheet for all of them but he runs out of shelves so his room is part shelves - part floor-sitting stacks of books. When visited by an architect friend the friend said "you know that when you're making a house project you should tell your architect when you're planning the library, so they can reinforce the joists, otherwise the books might be too heavy and cause structural problems".
Of course he's god a loooooot of books. So that totally depends, but if you're planning floor-to-ceiling wonderful bookshelves full of actual books not foam props you might want to check twice :D
We have a roomful of vinyl albums. The load bearing walls are important.
It ended way too soon, but thank you so much for making my day start with such a positive note. Now I'll resume watching more of your older videos, though, and maybe I'll even try getting my sewing machine out before your next premiere. That would be a good goal! Thank you, Shannon.
You're very welcome! Best wishes on the sewing machine... even just pulling it out of storage is a baby step in the right direction
The library is a great place to start looking for information on your home! I'm a librarian and I love helping patrons with questions like this. I would see if there is a reference librarian you can email at the Halifax library or your local library. If there is a local history club or genealogy group, they could be great to reach out to as well.
Also, It may be worth seeing if your library has a tool lending program. Could be really helpful for future projects!
oooh, solid point on the tool lending program... I think it's probably a tiny library, but I will absolutely check!! And yes, will also start there for further directions on the house!
My local library is pretty small but it has a cake pan lending program! It's always worth checking!
@@HeraldHealerAny Nordic Ware?
@@damogranheart5521 not sure it's been a long time since ive been in physicaly though I use the digital services. Can't drive anymore for medical reasons and America isn't walkable or public transit accessible outside of makjor cities
I think that the speakeasy idea is fun. Regardless of what you do to the attic, a speakeasy entrance would be the chef’s kiss.
we had a hotel on tour that had a speakeasy bar attached, and they had a secret entrance to it, and it was super cool!
Smart Shannon, no over sharing.
I dont blame you for keeping ur location private.
I have family in Nova Scotia. Its a beautiful place to live. I think ur going to be extremely happy there. ❤
I hope so!
A good idea is to get a kit so you can check for lead in china glazes and crystal, to make sure what you can use or just display.
I got one on eBay recently for checking vintage pewter that I want to use for reenactment. Not expensive and looks like it'll be really easy to use, when I get it all out of storage 😀
I am far too savage to actually use any of the china 🤣
Shannon, what an undertaking. I love your optimism and vision. I wish you well and love the progress you are making. You are an inspiration for those of us that can get bogged down in what can be an overwhelming process.
Thank you so much, Luanne!
Love habitat for humanity, they do such wonderful work, and are an amazing source when you are doing home repairs on a budget. Friend of mine bought a house for five thousand dollars, it had been abandoned for six years, broken into, was in bad shape. I took him to the habitat for humanity restore, and he was shocked, he saved so much money on stuff for his bathroom and kitchen, and all the drywall he needed, lol You do have to revisit, because as you said, the inventory changes, but so worth it, and it helps them build houses for people.... win/win. Watching you and Phil work together, building your beautiful home is lovely, thanks for sharing. Best wishes on this adventure.
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I totally thought the stack of tile was records! Also, the surprise puppy visit to the attic was very cute, and shows how smart she is. I hope you find a good solution for keeping her safe. Maybe a baby gate or 2 in strategic places.
lol we have now cleaned out a room with a door, in case we need to keep the corgi contained 🤣
@@ShannonMakes I'm sure she disapproves. There is no containing the Canalle! (Canel? Not sure how it's spelled) 😆
Yup! Loved this outro too!! You guys are a hoot! And I really feel like the previous owners took "root cellar" thing a little too far in this instance!! LOL
Totally!
Love your new project. You need to wear your mask when clearing the basement. Since it is wet, there could be mold. Look forward to next video. There should be property records at your local government offices.
The apple pealer always brings my heart joy. My grandma made THE BEST apple pies so, for the holiday family gatherings we would be pealing apples days before. My grandpa came in one day and set down this wacky contraption and we laughed so hard. ❤ I hope Grandma will have some pies ready for me when I get to Heaven.
I love that!! 🍎🍏🥧
In the US the Fire Insurance companies would make maps of all the houses cities. Lots of times they are digitized by local historians. I have renovated several old houses and I love watching y’all tackling this project!
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The chop kick in the dumpster was pretty bada$$!
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My husband and I laughed when we saw the apple peeler/corer! We call them "apple death machines". It's indispensable when making pies! Highly recommend lol. So fun to be on this house journey with you!
I inherited a spiralizer attachment for an also-inherited Kitchen Aid mixer and it has a peeler/slicer function for apples.
I made a comment too about the pealer. Joyful memories with my grandparents. ❤
Fabulous! So excited that you’re progressing so well. I look forward to this every Friday. You and Phil make a great team and I just love your wee pup cutest little waggle ever!
Thank you, Judy! So glad you enjoyed it!
i really like the idea of a library in the attic as bookcases make great secret doors, one of which could lead to the speakeasy
Cannelle is so cute! And speedy and agile. We are dreaming of getting corgis someday.
They're great dogs, but they need a TON of exercise and training or else they can be very troublesome (like many dog breeds, but ppl get corgis because they're small and cute, and think they can treat them like other tiny dog breeds, but these are working dogs, so they really need to be kept occupied.... I could write a whole novel on this, but I shall restrain myself lol)
A Maltese! Smart dogs can get into a lot of trouble😂
@@ShannonMakes we have huskies 😂
Ooh, ok then you’re in good stead. Cannelle is my first non-husky (grew up with huskies), and they’re surprisingly similar
@@ShannonMakes Huskies produce so much hair! And ours nudge or poke (in uncomfortable places) to get attention. When it rains one of ours pees on the patio at night instead of out on the grass. Constant cleaning.
Puts a whole new meaning to the word root cellar. Also, good to see you rocking out to The Cars Shannon! 80s music helps so much when you need to get shit done!
hahhaha yes!! Root cellar!
Attic cozy home cinema🥰 with alot of pillows and a mini fridge and a pool table / bedroom for vizitors❤️🥹
Sounds great!
That scaffolding is an absolute steal. I would buy one if I could find one.
I don’t know what’s available in Canada, but searching property records online helped me. I was able to see things like previous property surveys, things like when the public path was put through my side yard, and even aerial surveys from when they were planning to pave the roads back in the 50s. I was also able to find the names of the previous owners. I searched for them in the local newspaper archives but didn’t find anything.
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From Louisiana. Fun fact: Louisiana is the Home of Cajuns, The people Who were exiled from Nova Scotia.
as the Nova Scotians were, by and large, the people who were exiled from Scotland... history does often seem cyclical in the worst of ways
I absolutely love you guys enthusiasm. Much love and kindness from Kentucky USA.
Can’t wait to see what’s in your attic Ann❤️❤️❤️🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧
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People have given a lot of ideas on researching your property. I understand how your days hours of free time are tied up in the house project. Maybe consider seeing if there’s a close friend or relative or Patreon that might enjoy doing some research for you on your property. Thank you for sharing your project with us. ❤❤❤
I absolutely love your dogs enthusiasm 🥰
lol me too!! 🐶
Just love your puppy. And you are such good dog parents. Really enjoying the series. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you so much!
I am absolutely addicted to these videos! Love being part of your journey and adventure. 🎉
Glad you like them! 🥰🥰
Всегда удивляюсь количеству хлама, который мы(люди) убираем с глаз долой на чердаки, в подвалы и кладовки, совершенно не задумываясь о том кому предстоит это всё разгребать 😂
Ждала это видео и искренне верила в находку клада 😅
Теперь буду ждать продолжения!
Восхищаюсь вашим терпением и настойчивостью.
Shannon- I love all the suggestions about how to find the house's history- but I further suggest ads in the local newspapers (shouldnt cost much) and any social media sites of local origin. And, talk to people in your little community! 😊
This is such a niche Atlantic Canadian thing, but I’m pretty sure I recognize the flavour of PC water Phil is drinking at the end and it so perfectly dates this because we only got that in the Maritimes in Summer 2023. Just made me chuckle.
ok, now THAT is some specific knowledge 🤣🤣
I'm sure it was exhausting work without worrying about filming on top of it. Thank you for spending the extra time and effort anyway ❤
Yes, very much so!
Making progress, such an adventure! I totally agree I definitely would not put my address, city, where I live, not a good idea.
if there is a town historical society, they could help dig up the history of the house. And the city hall records search suggestion that was made is also good.
Wow! You two have your work cut out for you! I love Nova Scotia, and especially love Halifax. I am glad to see you taking a bit of time to enjoy yourselves too. Thank you so much for bringing us along on this journey!
So inspiring! Your attic could be an excellent indoor playground with swings/hammocks, padded floor for spawling/yoga. I think grown ups need fun spaces.
Grown ups definitely need fun places!!
Is there some form of land registry there? Here in the UK we have that which opens up the history of the site, along with former owners. It does cost a bit though.
I love the idea of the attic being turned into a multi-use space. A snug library-come-craft room sounds heavenly. While you’re waiting to put in skylights (yeah that sounds so good!) some daylight lamps could be a decent interim solution. The space will evolve with use anyway, I guess! (But definitely a few big pouffy beanbags would not go amiss! 😂 )
It’s fascinating to see it all take shape!
I would gladly use some of my Patreon funds to look into a land registry... I'll have to look into it, for sure!
@@ShannonMakes I hope it helps!
You can search the titles of Property on line in Nova Scotia last time I had occasion to do it. It would be fun to find pictures of the streets back in the day.
@@annewhitney8809 that’s always fun! It’s nice to see how a location has changed over the years
I love seeing your progress on the house! It's gonna be so breathtaking when the whole house has been taken car of!
About the history of the place, I'd also say Town hall, and maybe see if there's a notary around. They might have some pointers.
When you talked about the attic, I suddenly had a vision of a tea parlor (kind of like Cardinal on St-Laurent street) with a piano and Schubertiade-type concerts.
Can't wait for next week's episode!
A tea parlor would be amazing!! 😍😍
Which reminds me. I want to make a teacup and saucer holster! A woman should always be prepared in case a spontaneous teaparty appears in her vicinity!
I admire your sheer physical strength and your energy as you hit the yucky stuff. Well done! Such a lovely part of the world. All the best on your journey 🇨🇦
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The library will be a good starting point though. You might be surprised at what they have or can access. We had some of the historical city photos on file as well as old maps. We moved them over to the museum eventually but we still have microfilm of old newspapers. (It’s getting digitized)
In the USA when we bought our house similar to yours there was a lot of information in the Title including everyone who had owned it in the past.
Also the green peeler is an Apple corer peeler slicer. We have about 10 apple trees and we have several
Local historical society, Census information, and not sure if Canada has done this, but in Australia, all the old newspapers have been uploaded online where you can search and read old newspaper articles.
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I would suggest heading down to your town hall or county clerk's office and see about pulling any tax records for the house. From there you can find out the names, occupations, and earnings of the previous owners. You should also be able to figure out the years of any major building projects by the change in taxable area and tax assessments. From there you can take the names you found to the library and see what they can help you pull up. Census documents, old newspapers, maybe even birth, death, and marriage certificates should all be possible to find.
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@@ShannonMakes No problem, I hope you're able to find the information you're looking for.
In the UK we have something called the Land Registry Office where all records relating to Title Deeds, Land Ownership, Building Ownership and major construction works are registered. Not sure if Canada has the same but worth looking into if they do. If there have been any significant additions to the property there might also be blueprints or records of it in with your property title deeds. These are usually retained and stored by your mortgage lender until your mortgage is paid off.
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I think you should check out local tax records and of course track down any historical societies in the area. As for the burp, I'm glad you left it in. "Better out, then in" my Dad always said. Love this series.
re: finding history. Your local community newspaper will be a resource.
There's potentially an online archive depending on your location too.
My little hometown in Ontario has one 😊
I would love to have a huge attic to turn into a library ❤. I’m sure that is a long way in the future though … so much else to do first. In the meantime though keep your eyes open for people tossing out book cases and grab all you can! I would probably also use the attic for my fabric stash if I had that much space. Bench sized boxes with a cushion on top will store a lot of fabric and make a good place to sit while you decide which book to read.
I like the way you think!
Yay bonus beach & corgi content! So much fun watching you guys ❤
Yay! Thank you!
That attic looks almost identical to the Maine 1880s Victorian house attic that I grew up in. I cannot emphasize enough how cold or hot it was. One winter we lost a slate off our roof and a small pile of snow got through the boards and sat there on the floor until the spring when it melted. If you decide to use it for a crafting room, even with insulation, I would think that you would need a separate source of heat and air conditioning because I can't imagine the insulation would be enough. That said, we did have a pool table up there that had collapsible legs but there were only about 10 days a year we could use it.
It's always great to get a deal ! Have a great Easter weekend! 🐣
Thank you! You too!
There are 1 million people living in the whole province of Nova Scotia. Most of us have been there for generations. Thrift shopping and curb cruising is very thin. I moved to Ontario from Truro Nova Scotia 4 years ago and was amazed at what you can get here. I furnished my place here with Facebook Marketplace purchases. I got an oak dining room set for free from somebody who was throwing it out. She was moving and didn’t have room.There is a Mennonite thrift store in HRM that has nice stuff and used to be reasonably priced. Once you get to know some locals you may gain access to folks who are downsizing from a house to an apartment. Wear those respirators any time you are working. Handling fibreglass insulation barefaced is not a good idea….
Yup, the entire province has literally half the population of Montreal, and yet I still found myself in an argument with some dick who was convinced that, just because he found “dozens” of cast iron radiators on his Craigslist (immediately a sign he’s probably US based) for less than $50, that it’d be no problem for me to find enough radiators to furnish my whole house 🤦♀️ I’m like “bro… not that easy”
@@ShannonMakes yup. I’m glad you are doing the renovation on the frugal side. Looking forward to following your journey. If he could point you to a house lot of 20 or so radiators for $50….🤣 worth it to take a trip.I would be tempted to install a wood stove vented to that fireplace. Likely require a new chimney liner… The area where you live used to have coal mines so a coal burning fireplace would have been a great option.
Yea, if he wants to hop on Kijiji or Marketplace and try to shop around in my immediate area, then sure... 🤣🤣 The ease and confidence with which he assumed that I had no idea what I was talking about, or that I hadn't already considered these options was wild tho! 😭
Check with your local land surveyor offices to see if there is a chance there might be old records of your home. There is a fellow TH-camr in Nova Scotia as well who bought their historic home site unseen. Her name and channel is Alicia English (first name spelling may be wrong).You may want to get in touch with her to see where she started her research as well. They moved from Ontario to Nova Scotia almost 3 years ago now. Good luck with your research !
Apple peeler/corer! I used to have one of those (gave it to my daughter). The can be used for potatoes and other produce if the corer can be flipped down.
This is torture, I have to wait 19 hours!!! Don’t think I can do it ⏰📌🇦🇺🐨
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Never expected to hear the word "defenestration" outside the history class. And moreover, in a process of making somothing good.
LOL glad you enjoyed it... everyone seems to be getting a kick out of it
@@ShannonMakes I have more reasons for it than other viewers, I believe. I come from Prague, the city where this word was "invented".
Ahh yes, I have heard of your country’s affinity for the act 😂😂
Shannon, as to your question on suggestions as to where to look for information on the history of the house and previous owners, here in the United States you would go to the recorder of deeds in the county or city in which the house is located and they would be able to tell you the previous owners of the house and likely be able to give you more detailed information as to the house of the house itself. Hope that helps a bit.
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It is worth checking in with local history centre or community group. I was working at my Local History and Archives Centre and stumbled across a huge file on the history of our apartment block. It is worth flicking them an email at least! And if they don't have that info, ready, they can always contact your nearest "big" regional centre on your behalf (which is a time saver).
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Sometimes the library or a historian will have information
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@@ShannonMakes we've been on our house since November of 2020 and I arill haven't peaked my head into the attic 😂
If the library doesn’t have a lending tool library, try seeing if your local hardware loans or rents tools. I know several here in the states who rent the more expensive tools. Then you can try it and see if it’s worth buying.
My goodness, Shannon. You are so strong! I am in my 60’s and I would have loved to restore an old home at your age. I have always enjoyed your content and I am looking forward to seeing how you come along on your house.
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Sorry I missed the 'assignment' last video about what to do with your attic. Since it is rather dark there, you could make it into a temporary movie theater. Then you can look back over your videos about the house...where you started, how far you have come, and where you want to take it. There would be enough room to have friends over, you could sleep there if you get tired, and not need to be too concerned if it gets a little messy. But whatever you do, it will be yours. I envy you and where you are in your life. I would LOVE to be doing what you are doing. Congratulations on your purchase of your house and I know you will get an extreme sense of accomplishment when you finally get everything just right. Your forever home. Sounds nice, doesn't it? Looking forward to living vicariously through your adventure. Blessings.
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Omg defenestration is one of my husband's favorite words. He loves how specific it is lol. And your doggy in the shopping cart is too precious!!
Love it!! 😊
Bicycle Thief is my favorite restaurant in Halifax!!! And yes, protect your privacy!
To find out more about the history of your house, you have a few options. It's great that you know the names of the people who built the house - a good place to start. I've seen people mention the historical society, which is a smart idea as they can likely give you some direction as you start off on your adventure. Local archives are a great place to look (consider looking at city, township or county archives). Some archivists can do research for you, sometimes for free and sometimes for a small fee. Local community museums often have their own archives too (especially in smaller regions) so that's definitely worth a look.
Would gladly use some Patron funds to pay an archivist to dig around!!
Just love the videos!! 🛠️😍
I hope lots of people join us Patreon’s. You deserve it!
If I didn’t live on another continent, I’d ask if I could come over with some tools and working hands.
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@@ShannonMakes Is any of the clips generated trough a lens I used to own? 😊
several of them!!
Your pup needs his own channel❤
🤣🤣 She has a few videos on the channel... they've never done well! 😭🤣
If nothing else, working on this clean up will help keep u in shape for ur acrobatics!!! Yeeeesh all the stuff that home reno'ers have to go through is so underrated!! Y'all r amazing!!
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Thanks for the EXCELLENT Cannelle content!! Happy wiggly butt. Swimming smiles. Lovely!
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I suggest you get the renter side ready for rent as it will help with money, security and temperature. Man get after the wet problems asap
Love this line of Shannon Makes just as much as the sowing/hobbying/traveling/knitting and so on Shannon Makes; you rock it all :)
Thank you 😊
Those corbels! Beautiful!
Right?!
Perfect for holding up a small shelf. It can be copied and used on the outside of your home as well.
@@damogranheart5521 great idea.
@@ssoley2097 Thank you!
So glad I made it in time!! Waiting since yesterday 😅😅😅
Hope you enjoyed it!
In case nobody mentioned this, try using the Canadian census records. You should be able to use the 1910 census records to find out who was living in your house in 1910. Perhaps your local library will have access to the records. The first census was I believe in 1871 for Nova Scotia.
Electoral rolls will tell you who has lived there in the past. From there you could look at census records.
Do you have an abstract? Starts with who originally bought the land, built the house, who bought it as time went on. Yo could then research people through genealogy through the local library, old tax rolls etc. And btw...I'm totally in love with your doggo! Adorable ❤❤❤ lol, now that's a real shop vac, looks big enough to work for you and still be manageable to dump. This is so much fun!
You two are so strong and vigorous! I am always amazed at your energy and passion!
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After seeing the attic more in depth, this could be an amazing craft space down the line, hopefully with some air flow and insulation to make sure it's habitable. I'm so happy you're trying to preserve as much as possible ^^. 14:00 Yes, absolutely. While I love house reno stuff, please keep safe when showing exterior shots. Maybe even anything historic photos that can be reverse searched. 15:32 Wait, what is that? A jellyfish? Habitat for Humanity stores are in Canada? That's awesome :D. 22:00 Oh yeah, I guess lighting would be an issue XD. While natural light may be limiting, you could control artificial light a lot more. But, the skylights would be a cool idea if it's viable.
Online newspaper archives might help in your search. Property sales, new construction, people moving, etc. used to be published. Think of it as social media of yesteryear.
The local library might have genealogy records, since you have the names of old owners, sometimes you can find old pictures that way too.
Our cat, went over to our neighbors yard, she was pest control for both of us one day they opened their nasty crawl space( I did not know they opened it) she went in and spent a lot of time in there, well she picked up some kind of mold sickness, so yes she passed on from that sickness, I was sad and a bit mad because I would have kept her in that day. So yes, keep your doggy safe and you too ❤