ABANDONED HOME SHOULD WE RENOVATE OR DEMOLISH?!
10 September 2023 · 31 min · 264K views
What this video covers
The owners of a new property in Puerto Rico evaluate whether to demolish or renovate an existing concrete structure that shows signs of structural cracking and termite-damaged wood.0:31 A significant crack widening at the top suggests potential soil instability on the hillside, raising concerns about the building's long-term viability as a workshop or barn.4:06 The project remains in the assessment phase while the crew clears debris and attempts to locate an old septic tank to determine if it can be salvaged.3:24
Simultaneously, the crew manages the sudden arrival of three stray kittens and two chickens.4:57 They construct a temporary chicken coop using salvaged plywood and nails from the abandoned house, incorporating a trenched foundation to deter local mongooses.15:29 The chickens are fed a mix of whole and ground corn, with plans to supplement their diet through free-ranging on the property.13:27 The crew continues to weigh the costs of veterinary care and housing for the new animals against the ongoing demands of land clearing and property development.8:48
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