Restoring A $7,000 Mansion: INCREDIBLE Dream Attic Rebuild (Pt. 1/3)

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I am rebuilding the incredible attic in my Great-Great Grandfather's $7,000 mansion. We are tearing out rotten flooring, old insulation, and installing brand new materials.
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@jonham8469 Ай бұрын

I've been a subscriber for several years and watching your videos is a daily appointment for me and my wife. I am really bad about complimenting all the KZfaqrs who give us such pleasure, so figured I'd stop everything and tell you how much pleasure "Cole the Cornstar" videos have brought us. We've loved everyone who has passed through over the past few years, but by far our favorite has been Roman. We hope he's there for the long haul. Keep it up. God bless you and your entire family and the whole Cornstar Farms crew.

@Romegrom Ай бұрын

❤

@mabragg65 29 күн бұрын

So well said!

@DawnPalmer55 28 күн бұрын

Absolutely, 💯 percent!!!

@jberg8159 Ай бұрын

Justin is a saint! I hope you’re paying him good!

@robertrohler3644 Ай бұрын

Roman should get an award for all the work he does. Keep up the good work all of you. Be safe.

@petercozzaglio6070 Ай бұрын

It should be called the Roman Award…Seriously.

@c.felder6478 29 күн бұрын

And a "cornstar" sweatshirt for sure

@norm-nas 29 күн бұрын

He gets awarded a paycheck.

@AndreaWilkinson-pc6qw 28 күн бұрын

But don’t forget they are” paid by the hour” 🤣🤣. But seriously, I’m in my bed 99% of the time due to health reasons and all these guys do and do with what we call in the U.K “banter” makes me laugh, especially with the task board saying Gustan smells. I love your work ethic, all of you work extremely hard and extremely well but still have the energy and time to make these videos for the whole world to see. Keep up the hard work gentlemen but more than anything thank your families for allowing us to share you with all of us who watch you.

@kaytusieseina6972 28 күн бұрын

Yes please do that

@brandon.schicago91 Ай бұрын

Cole, important! Since you have this all open I’m attic and live in Tornado prone area. I highly suggest buying and adding in hurricane ties! Well worth the money. Roofs off is what ruins homes with Tornados. Well worth the investment for family safety and home longevity

@peteparker7396 Ай бұрын

Hurricane ties don’t help with a tornado. Other than to keep the house in bigger pieces.

@shaneencalade4988 Ай бұрын

@@peteparker7396It does help strengthen…

@CCRider5312 Ай бұрын

Tornado will still destroy a house with hurricane ties on it ! They only help in straight line winds but tornadoes like the Class 3 & class 4 Tornadoes that just hit Oklahoma and Nebraska 2 weeks ago.... those hurricane tie downs wouldn’t keep the roof from coming off because it would level the house. They’re great in high winds but not a tornado.

@jeffwisemiller3590 Ай бұрын

@@peteparker7396 Well, there are still 3 bay windows upstairs so after 100+ years that's still good odds.

@peteparker7396 Ай бұрын

@@CCRider5312 tornados are rated by EF scale not class. EF stands for Enhanced Fujita scale. But to your point, no structure survives a direct hit if it’s a big enough tornado. Lived on the plains my entire life and have witnessed their power and destruction.

@karlreinke9653 Ай бұрын

Mr. Roman is so very good with his descriptions and analysis of the work needed.

@stewpuddy4161 Ай бұрын

I can't imagine getting done with a day on the farm and going into working on a project this big. Hard worker you are Mr Cornstar.

@johnoeltjen4027 Ай бұрын

when Roman does things on the internet and there's that little check box that says " I am not a robot" , how does he in all honesty answer that ??? The man is a machine ! Go Roman !

@Broomrider1492 Ай бұрын

We know Roman kept lots of the scrap lumber to build a chicken mansion. Will we get to see it when it's finished?

@Devina210 Ай бұрын

I know - I'm so excited to watch that process! It's going to be fabulous!

@mrsdig57 Ай бұрын

That wood is going to be a big condo for the chickens.😊

@Devina210 Ай бұрын

@@mrsdig57 And I think Roman is an Engineer so you know his designs will be spectacular!

@erc1971erc1971 Ай бұрын

Roman has enough scrap lumber to build a chicken metropolis by now :P

@markkaes3144 Ай бұрын

Me too… wanna see the chicken palace Roman’s building!!😂

@geraldmiller5260 Ай бұрын

Ruff: sound a dog makes in comics. Roooof: what covers the top of a building.

@kathysultzbaugh3858 28 күн бұрын

Thank you

@bnice3708 14 күн бұрын

RIGHT!!!!! it erks me. A the way he says creek!!!

@michaelputnam2532 Ай бұрын

Cole reminded me of the old talking dog joke. Man walks into a promoter's office and says, I have a talking dog! Just watch. What's above our heads?" "Roof!" barked the dog. "What's sandpaper feel like?" "Ruff!" barked the dog. "Who was the best baseball player?" The dog barked, "Ruth!" The promoter threw them both out of the office. As they walked down the stairs the dog turns and says, "Maybe I should've said Dimaggio?"

@jwrockets Ай бұрын

I saw that cartoon.

@richardhughes8352 29 күн бұрын

That joke is so old it could vote.

@OvelNick 29 күн бұрын

@@richardhughes8352 So old it owned the forbidden harvester.

@glenlongstreet7 Ай бұрын

Fixing the attic first was a good choice, no matter what anybody says. It is about rain, sleet, and snow, birds and critters. This might seem like going backwards, but it is not. First, fix the roof. Then go to the basement. I expect somebody already told you this.

@donnavickery9623 Ай бұрын

Wow !!! You all are knocking it out of the park !!! Your grandfather would be so proud of what you all have accomplished. This house is going to be stronger and better than it was when it was brand new !!!

@greghamann2099 Ай бұрын

I am wondering if him being so very frugal as he was would have felt the cost justified. Look at how he worked on the house. Everything he did was done very economically. Not the best idea.

@mrsdig57 Ай бұрын

Cole's grandpa didn't build the house he bought it that way. 😠@@greghamann2099

@ShipCreek Ай бұрын

Ummm I'm thinking it will be brand-new🤣

@bigmikes2140 Ай бұрын

All the wood you are talking out should be used to rebuild the bed of the dump truck lol

@pamelairvin3164 Ай бұрын

The blessing: you have tons of headroom in the attic to accommodate the raised flooring!!! The areas under the sloped roof lines are opportunities for enclosed storage or mechanical lines. The challenges are becoming innovative solutions!!!!! Great job!!!!

@mrsdig57 Ай бұрын

It's going to be living space also.

@ChumStun Ай бұрын

A secret drawer or two built in the stairs would be cool

@hosscaddy Ай бұрын

Definitely a good idea to go with larger lumber and closer spacing. That attic floor will be very sturdy

@stanleygallman7800 Ай бұрын

It's really wonderful that you are able to incorporate video of house remodel during the very important and busy time on the Farm as you are required to cope with all the issues that comes from trying to get a crop in a timely manner. Thanks guys for all that you do helping to keep so many of us entertained 😄

@duenge Ай бұрын

Roman's gonna have one hell of a chicken coop!!!!

@Garcea_linking Ай бұрын

This attic-thing is nuts. I'm beginning to think it would have been cheaper and easier to have built a replica of the house from scratch

@Alexanderbuilds2001 Ай бұрын

That’s what I was thinking as well

@mlmeyer79 Ай бұрын

I would imagine the content he’s getting makes it easier. This is a great series for sure!

@eliezernegron333 Ай бұрын

Why spray foam then have to rip it but that’s Cole for content!! 😂😂😂

@Ross-ql9fi Ай бұрын

Just get a 500$ camper it will be so much easier and cheaper. Buy a new one every season 😅

@geraldmiller5260 Ай бұрын

@@Ross-ql9fi No such thing as a nice $500 camper.

@tarheelpatch3386 Ай бұрын

Man you have gone down a rabbit hole with that remodel.

@hawks2252 Ай бұрын

they all are.

@gustavogamboa6611 Ай бұрын

The house is going to be way better than how it started good luck team and be safe .

@TonyRule 29 күн бұрын

Oh yeah. From beautiful T&G hardwood floors to OSB. Craftsman made fireplace surrounds to plastic heatpumps. Such an 'improvement'...

@kathysultzbaugh3858 28 күн бұрын

@TonyRule yes!!

@Aiko2-26-9 Ай бұрын

I love the house renovation videos. The obstacles seem overwhelming but you ticked most of them off. Yay!

@JohnMarciaShackelford Ай бұрын

I bet all of the building experience of Roman and Justin is a huge plus for solving those problems. I would be overwhelmed!

@CaliAnimalLover Ай бұрын

It’s so fun watching you guys bring this beautiful house back to life. To raise brand new boys. Can’t wait for parts 2 and 3 to see it coming together even more!

@danielmarek4609 Ай бұрын

Really liking the rebuild series on the house.

@johncallaway7410 Ай бұрын

the best home reno series on the internets right now!!!!!!!! keep it going!!!

@benhur520 29 күн бұрын

You have got to be kidding. This is like watching a colorized episode of the three stooges.

@johncallaway7410 29 күн бұрын

Sure. But it’s not the three stooges that is being remodeled. That house is a relic and it’s literally taking a full interior to get it right. I don’t care how they behave while doing it

@connieverbeck1110 Ай бұрын

Holy cow! I’ve decided I’m calling you guys CCC= Crazy Construction Crew!! Praying for your safety!!

@dalleth Ай бұрын

I'll mention this again but you really should look at mini-split ceiling cassettes for each room. There' no duct work to work around and every room gets complete control of heating and cooling for a fraction of the running cost of a traditional HVAC systems. Couldn't be a better option for you.

@guzzimon61 29 күн бұрын

True, 3 units with up to 8 outputs on each one to contribute to the whole house system, would have good zone heating and cooling control. Also need to be weighing the options of utility rebates, gas vs. electric. Those can make a significant imapct.

@NSResponder Ай бұрын

Hey Cole, crazy idea for you: I know you get some pretty serious winters there, and you're probably familiar with boot dryers. What if you had a hot closet that would heat and dry your outer gear so that whenever you go outside, you're putting on a perfectly dry coat, gloves, scarf, etc. If the closet is dehumidified and kept around 90 degrees, that should work great.

@lauramitchell6725 Ай бұрын

I only live in Pennsylvania but lived in Vermont for ten years,now I want a hot closet!😳🤭

@NSResponder 29 күн бұрын

@@lauramitchell6725 I figure they could be popular once people were aware of the idea. I know they could sure use them in Canada!

@lauramitchell6725 29 күн бұрын

@@NSResponder 👍

@Beandiptheredneck 29 күн бұрын

I would think that would cause a moisture issue 🤔

@lauramitchell6725 29 күн бұрын

@@Beandiptheredneck Probably why she used the word “dehumidified”?

@jennifercrosdale5391 Ай бұрын

Excellent video, excellent editing!

@gray3504 Ай бұрын

I genuinely just love these series so much. Keep ‘em coming, Cole!

@austins7528 29 күн бұрын

If you are replacing floor joists, you should look in to floor trusses. You can run all your plumbing, HVAC, wiring inside them.

@AffectionateDriftwood-vr2sf Ай бұрын

Yes man! So excited to see this build!

@dalegereaux1863 Ай бұрын

Lots of progress ! It's a good thing you guys know the correct order in which to do all these things. You are lucky to have found two professionals to help you ! Great content, camera work and editing ! 👍 Looking forward to part 2 of the attic rebuild !

@dwightwindrum7886 Ай бұрын

It looks like it's all coming together

@jackrobertson4615 29 күн бұрын

I've really enjoyed having Roman in the videos. He's been a great addition to the cast. I hope the producers keep him and pay him well.😂😂😂😂

@zippitydoodah5693 Ай бұрын

Nice, fellas! Keep on!

@laurieboyd3604 Ай бұрын

I really like the longer videos I can follow the progress you all make in the build and the farm. Great .

@GrunonFeliz Ай бұрын

I have no idea why, but I love watching the construction videos!

@jackierindlisbacher9725 Ай бұрын

Love watching the updates on your house. I've always liked Old houses. When I was growing up I lived in a house that was a 100 years old and now it would be over 20 some close to 30 some years old more

@patriciasiefert7140 Ай бұрын

Happy to be watching house renovation!

@jayortiz1741 Ай бұрын

Keep up the good work Tell Roman I can't wait for the chicken co-op video

@stevehaken Ай бұрын

Impressive amount of difficult work done. Congrats.

@kyliechapman7446 Ай бұрын

Thankyou for yet another excellent video . You guys are doing an amazing job .

@javieraviles6314 Ай бұрын

Nice job guys .!!

@slapstickdome9797 Ай бұрын

Wow imagine doing that!! Great job guys 👏👏👏

@TheNorthernmunky Ай бұрын

Yaaaaaay I was stating to get withdrawal symptoms from missing my dose of cornstar renovation!!

@robdeaton9910 Ай бұрын

He was too busy planting or haven't you paid attention?

@ettahyde5605 Ай бұрын

Me too 😅!!!!

@TheNorthernmunky Ай бұрын

@@robdeaton9910I know but house renovations and Roman are way too entertaining to not see every week

@JoJo-op5xy Ай бұрын

@@robdeaton9910 I’m sure they know that. They can still miss the home renovation stuff.

@Lylo-mj8ek Ай бұрын

Ditto.😉♥️

@colebuckhold8634 Ай бұрын

Looks great so far!

@stevehammond7485 Ай бұрын

Wow Cole you're doing a great job! I was hoping you'd upgrade those attic ceiling joists to larger floor joists. I love the framing stage; it all looks good.

@mrsdig57 Ай бұрын

Love the video! I don't care what you upload the building of the house or the farm work. Just keep them coming. Love to all of you and your families.❤

@annier6 29 күн бұрын

Justin is a steady, experienced, get-it-done guy. You're definitely fortunate to have him along side you and Roman. And, things still are moving along as the fields get planted. Congratulations.

@seancasey2444 Ай бұрын

Good job Roman

@TMacIsIntheHouse Ай бұрын

Build back better! Way to go!

@BethGrantDeRoos Ай бұрын

Really love how you film the process! 🙂

@carologren9932 20 күн бұрын

Like johnham8469, I've followed you for several years and I agree wholeheartedly with him about what a pleasure it is to watch you throughout this entire process. Even in the midst of ongoing construction, your home is beautiful! Your grandfather surly is smiling. His legacy will live on for decades or even centuries to come and bless all who enter. Thank you Cole.

@carolsmith785 Ай бұрын

I'm impressed that you all have a great attitude no matter what you find.😂

@dniboc7227 29 күн бұрын

Just hearing you describe what's needed is exhausting. I can not imagine what this is costing. You are very fortunate to have Justin and Roman. Hope the farm work is in good shape.

@gauseb Ай бұрын

So much progress in this video. Favourite video in a couple weeks by far. Love to see it all coming together.

@slapstickdome9797 Ай бұрын

Favorite yet scary. Especially when he was shaking under his feet 😳

@pattiwhite9575 Ай бұрын

I applaud you keeping the video to 20 min. That was alot of work in eps 1.

@Spawn303 Ай бұрын

Cole, while you have everything accessible please spend the short amount of time and money on “hurricane hangers”. Your future self will thank you if a tornado ever rolls through.

@LittleChena 23 күн бұрын

Compliments to the editors. Synchronizing the speed of the Timelapse to the beat of the music is next level.

@deannaoverstreet4146 Ай бұрын

Thank you Cole! God bless your family!

@joannecooper4592 29 күн бұрын

Make the stairs turn--that will solve some of the problem. Great job on renovating the house. Kudos to all three of you!

@Idolmakercat Ай бұрын

Whew! Such a huge job. You are young, strong, and smart. I know everything will turn out so beautiful.

@iffler2542 Ай бұрын

It's Roof with an oooo. Lots of love, an english bloke

@user-wn2gt3vo9n Ай бұрын

Hahaha everytime he says it i think of a dog, lets hope he starts staying it correct lol

@mindyhein9186 Ай бұрын

I grew up in that part of Iowa nd that’s how we pronounced roof. My husband says it correctly and now I do, too!

@club1992 Ай бұрын

Good progress 😊

@superkarla42 Күн бұрын

Cole and Roman are twinning their outfits - I love it! ❤ LOL 😂

@betty4940 29 күн бұрын

This is a large project. Here's hoping for continued success getting it all completed.

@toddgeary5885 Ай бұрын

That looks like nice lumber.

@Ross-ql9fi Ай бұрын

Earth lumber is very nice

@brendahaire8824 Ай бұрын

Bless your heart, I hope it goes smoothly for you.

@allisonbowman4004 Ай бұрын

I love the list for Justin. ‘Smells’ 🤣🤣😁

@haroldboyer1174 29 күн бұрын

Awesome video Cole!

@michaelbrown-tf1so Ай бұрын

All I can say is bless your heart ...

@benhur520 Ай бұрын

Staircase to the attic is in a bedroom... what next... bathroom in the pantry? It's going to be fun getting furniture up into the attic.

@kateblood7091 Ай бұрын

It could be nice to keep a section of the top floor absent so you can see up from the floor below up to a window in the roof. Another architectural interest

@normacrawford1947 Ай бұрын

The stairway needs to accommodate the elevator!

@wkjeom Ай бұрын

💯% agree with you. These youngsters don't realize they will get old. It's either get old or you're dead. As always, plan for the future. An elevator goes a long way to making sure you can access your whole house as you age. You don't have to put in the elevator now but make the space for it and when the need arises for it, the cost will be a lot less than having to move.

@LuisRodriguez-sc1oq Ай бұрын

🇺🇲🇵🇷🇲🇽😎 I agree with the elevator idea.. As for us, we are going to move into a condo one level weather in elevator to the basement. No, you are to keep up with anymore!!😢

@FB-111A 29 күн бұрын

Enjoying another corn star video. Could the secret be Summer’s editing. The videos are amazing.

@robinfoster3328 28 күн бұрын

You all work great together!!!

@coreykettmann5523 29 күн бұрын

Awesome! Love the house rebuild updates!!!! Looking awesome!

@jeffwisemiller3590 Ай бұрын

With the laser line, why not snap a chalk line to mark it? For the stairs, if you build a landing, you can move the 2nd riser further inward away from the angle of the roof.

@conniedowd3234 29 күн бұрын

That's a lot of work. Im sure it will look great when finished. Great content.🎉

@steveneal2706 29 күн бұрын

Great video guys. Thank y'all so much

@gigistar5542 28 күн бұрын

WOW, alot has happened since the last time I watched your KZfaq. I like watching renovations and glad I came across your channel again. I remember when you did that work that you have to remove. Good luck and I'll enjoy see how things go

@charleswelch249 Ай бұрын

Cole I believe you are one of the luckiest guys around. You have a great family and great friends who are willing to help you with your dreams. I know everything is hard and stupid expensive today but the memories and the friendship built along your life journey is more important than anything. Keep up your hard work and make good decisions and keep listening to others for a great outcome. Love your place and your grandpa would be right there helping you with everything.

@sarahgarland8505 26 күн бұрын

Roman showing the sawblade teeth like he's shooting a makeup tutorial, I'm here for it!

@deniselove1585 Ай бұрын

Thank goodness- the corn and soybeans were stressing me out! I hope it’s raining in the crop!

@NotKev2017 Ай бұрын

On the crops?

@deniselove1585 Ай бұрын

@@NotKev2017 rain them in- rain packs the soil around the seed and holds moisture next to them so they’ll germinate.

@robbiemoriarty7499 Ай бұрын

You tackled so many obstacles!

@carolwilder2289 29 күн бұрын

Welcome Back, Gentlemen! I watch from NC. I brag to my family/friends on your farming and Mansion project. You have a great team with Jystin & Roman! Thank you again for taking us along in the field & home! Stay safe & Blessings💕🙏💕

@lindatheriault3499 29 күн бұрын

I love the open ceiling !

@beverlyb5144 29 күн бұрын

My husband and I have been eagerly awaiting your video. I wish they would come in faster but I know that farm chores right now are taking precedence!! You all are doing such a wonderful job!!! 👍👏

@stevenjenkinson8958 29 күн бұрын

Roman had a good idea to support it from the second floor

@michaelsurratt9593 26 күн бұрын

All of this series is why it is always cheaper and faster to tear down rebuild to make one look exactly like it. Yes, nostalgia. Yes, history but, that comes at a high price.

@douglasmeyer2558 29 күн бұрын

Wow‼️ you guys rocked it‼️ whoever edited this show I must till you that it was fantastic‼️🥳🎥🎬 The Best!🎉

@darlapoulsen9767 Ай бұрын

You guys are seriously kicking butt! Even during farm season 😀

@bobbates7343 Ай бұрын

That is a fair bit of very good dry wood you are taking to the dump. Have you thought of getting a wood stove in your house and then some winter burning that wood for heat or giving it to someone that heats with wood

@johnkranz4004 29 күн бұрын

Very nice work Guys and I like the idea of Using 2x8 on 12 inch sensors Very Smart

@anniehawkins6321 Ай бұрын

More hard work going on! More floors and changes! So incredibly interesting! I wonder what your grandfather is thinking about all this , I know he is watching and waiting like all the viewers to see the next step. He is so proud of you Cole !

@missykowalewski 17 күн бұрын

So complicated. From ur early tear out I wondered how u we’re gonna bring this old beauty up to newer standards not to mention todays codes. That’s a series all it own. The problems u r encountering could be a how too series all its own. It’s an amazing this to watch. And for free no less. Thanks to the whole team and the family. 😊

@constanceblair6625 28 күн бұрын

Your attic is a unique space, the crown on your majestic mansion for sure.

@user-js5mz3wf6p Ай бұрын

Waiting the part please that I’m doing it a lot. It’s better. I feel happy about it. OK I love you guys and be careful. Take care of each other and I love you.