HE was UNHAPPY THAT WE CLEANED THE SIDEWALK but ONLY TOLD US AFTER 2 DAYS of BRUTALLY HARD WORK!
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Published 2024-07-18
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I was passing through Arkansas about a year and a half ago, when this corner lot caught my eye. I could tell that there was a sidewalk at this house and it was almost completely covered to the point even a well trained eye would not notice. That is my favorite type of crazy job to take on. Without hesitation I hopped out of my truck to knock on the door to see if I could get permission. A woman answered the door and I confirmed that she was the owner and she did give me the go ahead.
This job took two days and whenever you see this type of job just know that it is BRUTAL on your back but that is what it is. I don't think there is any easier way to do this type of job without tearing up the concrete or lawn to a larger degree. I know, I know, watching this, you may think to yourself that it would be easier if I used a shovel or it would have been cleaner or less work. I just want to put that idea to rest for you. As someone that has done this several times I would say that I am a man with a qualified opinion. Not to say your opinion doesn't matter I am just saying that I have done this.....A LOT. So I will lay out the pros and cons for you. Let's start with the idea that using a shovel is better. While I agree it can appear to leave a cleaner finished quality, the reality is that if I shovel the sidewalk it will come off in large chunks and then I have to proceed to pick those chunks up and remove them from the property. And just for context; soil is very heavy. A cubic yard of soil weighs around 2100 lbs but can weigh more when it is wet. So let's say that it shovels easy...even though on jobs like this it almost never does because you have grass roots growing in every crack of the sidewalk. Well on a job like this I would have to haul off somewhere in the range of 4,000 - 8,000 lbs of soil. Now google says, Currently, the average car is about 2,600 pounds. I don't know about you but working the simple math in my head; I say NO to that one.
So let's look at the option of using the power washer to hydro excavate. That's a real term by the way.
What Is Hydro Excavation? Hydro excavation is a soil removing service. Instead of mechanical tools, the process uses pressurized water to create a dirt slurry. Hydrovac equipment can then vacuum the slurry to reveal deeper layers of the ground below. Now I don't have a hydro vac and in this application it's not needed. I can just blast the soil on to the turf.
Let's address a few comments about using this method.
IT MAKES A MESS: I agree, but only for the short term. The soil that comes off of the sidewalk is blasted evenly over the lawn. This is great because it means that nothing has to be removed from the property. The soil will then dry out and be fully dispersed when the lawn is mowed or wash down in to the lawn when it rains.
Typically the property looks drastically better after it dries out and in 1 to 2 weeks you can't tell that anything was ever put on the lawn.
The second concern with this that I see a lot is "Oh NO.. you put weeds in the lawn". this one is almost painful to read. Common sense would say that the grass, turf, weeds etc.. that is growing on the sidewalk is the same thing growing in the lawn. Meaning that it doesn't matter. Literally nothing changed. lol
Probably the biggest concern is "OH no what a waste of water" or " that's not free because they have to pay thousands of dollars on the water bill." That one is ABSOLUTELY Laughable.
So let's address wasting water. This is not California or a dessert. This is Arkansas and it is sitting on top of one of the largest aquifers in North America. This means that water is plentiful and CHEAP.
Here is some google info on the Ozark aquifer located in west-central Arkansas. Wells in the aquifer can produce between 50–100 gallons per minute (gal/min), but some can produce as much as 600 gal/min.
Also for the person that has only bought water at the gas station in a bottle they sell water at your house by the THOUSAND GALLONS not the ounce. THIS MEANS IF YOU REFILL THAT BOTTLE WITH TAP WATER FROM YOUR HOUSE IT COST YOU A FRACTION OF A FRACTION OF A PENNY.
So let's do a math problem and put our answers in the comments. This should be fun.
The power washer uses 4 gallons of water a minute and I run it 5 hours, 2 days in a row at this property. In this location, water is $3.34 per 1000 gallons. How many gallons of water did I use and how much did it cost?
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All Comments (21)
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Are you good at math? Let's do a math problem and put our answers in the comments. This should be fun. ***The power washer uses 4 gallons of water a minute. I run it for 5 hours, 2 days in a row at this property. In this location, water is $3.34 per 1000 gallons. How many gallons of water did I use and how much did it cost? I am really curious who will get this right. Oh by the way, if you're looking for the best method for Clean up, it is Angel Soft. If you're looking for a clean wipe, this is what I use. None of that dingle berry nonsense or feeling like you have paper cuts in the grand canyon. Here is a helpful link amzn.to/3SfbWyZ Not sponsored just looking to help lol Also Huge thank you to dad for coming to help out on this Crazy job. If you would like to check out his channel here is a link to his page. youtube.com/@CabinontheHill He does awesome jobs and I will often show up to Collab with him on jobs as well.
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Broke my heart that he told you about the sidewalk. You did a fabulous job and the transformation is priceless!❤
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WHAAAT? He tries to keep it that way? He doesn't want people walking on the sidewalk? Bless his Heart...😅 What a sweet man 😂 and GREAT NEIGHBOR! Wonderful job Kevin and Robert. Happy you'll be helping the Veteran, too ❤😊
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Hey Kevin, just subscribed to the newsletter and enjoyed ready your story. I wonder why it is so relaxing watching someone work so hard. And you do work hard. That sidewalk cleanup would have made me cry. When you’d turn around and there was still more, you just kept on going. I love you never give up attitude. I started a YouTube channel for my husband after he found out about 2 cancers. I felt God gave me the idea so I shoot and edit and he is PZ The Fix-It Man. It’s giving him purpose and work to do since he recently retired due to the cancers, one of which has been eradicated, praise God! We are 70, been married 51 years so I’d tell people, it’s never too late. Thanks, Kevin, for being an encouragement to us! Keep up the great work.
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My goodness! That sidewalk is in terrible disrepair. Maybe that’s why the owner didn’t want the grass removed. He may have to pay for the repair of it. Anyway, you and Robert did an awesome job on it. Great to see Doofy again! ❤
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Kevin, you are so awesome!! Thank God for you and your family!! I'm always very humbled by you and what you do!!
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Once cleaned off, the people of the neighborhood should petition the city to replace the broken sidewalk at the next board meeting.
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Dont people in wheelchairs need access to the sidewalk?
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Hi Kevin, it does make a mess, but the end result is amazing, and that’s all that matters. Thank you Kevin , you are a true angel to these residents that you help out, I really love what you do. It’s so nice to see Doffy again. Thank you Robert for helping Kevin out. Superb job all around. 👍👍❤️❤️💖💖🐄
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That sidewalk is a total tripping hazard. The city needs to be called to re-pave. Great clean up!
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Some people are just never satisfied what others do ,but yet they don’t lift a finger to help others. Kevin Happy Trails to you!
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Why was he un happy with the side walk being cleaned. The city should be ashamed for not taking care of the sidewalk
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Home owners are required to keep our sidewalks clear for others or there is a big fine.
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That was some brutal work. Glad your Dad came to help. Kevin there isn't much sidewalk left in front of the house but it is clean. Thanks for all you do. Have a Blessed week.
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I can't believe that guy wanted to sidewalk the way it was- You did something nice for the community, that's what counts. Guaranteed he is going to let it grow back. Atleast you got some positive feedback from others and the history of the sidewalk. Stay positive and hydrated.
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It would mean more having it personally delivered. Brought tears to my eyes.
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I appreciate your hard work & kindness. It was great to see your site manager, Doofy.
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Why have sidewalks in a community if enforcement of them being in good repair and not overgrown isn't a requirement by the town/city? It is a nice benefit to those who live there that walk outside for exercise. Walking on streets is dangerous. Been living where sidewalks aren't common and it stinks. Walking in the street is the only option.
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There is your beautiful, handsome boy I’ve been wondering where he’s been haven’t seen him in a minute. He’s such a pretty boy and he minds so well. So so happy that you rescued him and decided to keep him. He’s a great dog.
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Great job ,well done , the community should be grateful someone actually cares enough to do this work . As for people complaining I would like to see them doing it instead of you to know how much effort it takes. I do the same job it’s hard work . Have a great day all 😀🤗🙏🏻
