FILTHY Sidewalk Deemed Too DANGEROUS & UNSAFE To Use
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My wife & I were driving down the street to get groceries when all of the sudden in a split second, I turned my head and noticed this filthy, damaged sidewalk. I knew I had to go back the next day to see if there was anything I could do to make it safer for people to walk on. I figured why not spend a couple hours and give the owner of the land a free makeover.
When I finished with the job, I still knew that if the city council came out and viewed this sidewalk, they would deem it too dangerous and unsafe to use. I am not sure what will happen to it proceeding forward. The sidewalk is connected to a open piece of land that might be used for a future building of some sort.
I started out by removing as much leaves as I could to make it easier to trim down all of the weeds that were growing in the cracks. I then proceeded to trim the weeds down, and the strip of grass received a temporary "soft edge". I then gave the sidewalk a real hard edge with a bladed edger and blew out all the dirt and debris to give it a nice, clean finished look.
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@debrasmith1209
2 жыл бұрын
Kindness goes a long way , Excellent job .
@Castleknight
2 жыл бұрын
I just subscribed!
@nmb46
2 жыл бұрын
I just subscribed too! Hi from the UK.
@judyfenske1429
2 жыл бұрын
Will you knotify the city of a broken sidewalk? Will you contact cement companies to work with you on the worst ones? I do understand what I am asking you to do, when it should be the city fathers job. Any bills sent to city hall may not be replied to. Which is not fair, as taxes are paid in to do the city maintenance. Good luck. Oh! Talk to the newspapers. This is an election year. We citizens forget that our state senator can receive mail sent to a local address for any business. 40 years ago, when recycling was just starting, I got the Nebraska senator to step up and work for our area. Just an idea for safety on sidewalks. PS your work on this project is went quickly. Thanks.
@erinalvarez9687
2 жыл бұрын
How many viewers said ,”Bless you.” When he sneezed???? 🤧😆
I may not ever walk down this exact sidewalk or even any of those you've cleaned up but I have had to use sidewalks like this one-- pushing my walker, groceries piled up, on my way to a bus stop-- and I have to say thank you so much. You make a difference for good. Your hard work is appreciated.
@itsjustme3989
2 жыл бұрын
Amen!
@malissahyatt2425
2 жыл бұрын
I've walked down sidewalks like this too. Actually my first thought was...thats not that bad. Just watch where you're going.
@nihartiwari2912
2 жыл бұрын
I love u baby Michelle
@karengossett1475
Жыл бұрын
Yes! 🙏❤️
@nihartiwari2912
Жыл бұрын
@@karengossett1475 ✔️
I find it amazing that even though this is a “free“ job, you still put 110% in to it. You don’t skip anything and you strive for perfection. You are a total asset to your community and you should be proud of yourself. Good work and be blessed.👏🇨🇦
Amazing how that sidewalk doesn't look bad and dangerous, after you've cleaned it. Great job as usual. :)
@akoznasovajusername
2 жыл бұрын
And that is actually the problem now. It needs to be fixed. Cleaning is all but good here unfortunately.
@kalereborn
2 жыл бұрын
Only way they're going to fix it for the future is to remove the trees. They were fine like 40 years ago, but now they're a problem. They should've been planted as dwarf trees or in a different location.
@ChuckD59
2 жыл бұрын
How about moving the walk about 5' away from the trees and street? Having training in civil engineering, I love the chance to design it.
I personally feel that edging makes a huge difference. Clean crisp edges…love it!
@abitoffblacksmithing9985
2 жыл бұрын
Indeed! That contrast is everything.
@brendapatterson7123
2 жыл бұрын
My Dad always said "Edges make the yard"
@TexasRose50
Жыл бұрын
I always say that clean edges is like putting frosting on a cake.
Random acts of kindness and acts of beauty. You are incredible, transforming this walkway into a safe pathway. Wishing you and your wife a blessed week and gentle spring season. Peace brother
@fillslawncare
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, you as well 😊
@N0FoxGiven
2 жыл бұрын
People who actually help and encourage others to help like this are the reason this world still has hope. If half of the world weren't selfish assholes we might get a lot more done. Would love to see actual crews do this for fun. And would love to be one if I had the money for the tools and the livelihood to sustain free work like this. Help those in need and you'll find help when you need it. Good luck and hope your time comes back on you 10 fold with something good.
@tygan_escobar4147
Жыл бұрын
I will get more cystocoel bro
@tygan_escobar4147
Жыл бұрын
Said your boot of a feather
@tygan_escobar4147
Жыл бұрын
Said, get ready for bed down the road to be super
You did a great job on that side-walk/footpath. A brilliant transformation. Well done.
Love the transformation, you do great work! Side note, here's to the city planners/parks dept's that planted trees in such a small space. I'm sure a lot of us grew up in towns/cities that lacked foresight. May they learn from their mistakes.
It is amazing how much debris you collect from the sidewalk. The sidewalk didn’t look nearly as dangerous when cleaned!! Beautiful job. Thanks so much!
I always enjoyed watching your videos because you're so good in doing the edges nicely and your work is very tidy and I liked that ..not sloppy and wishy washy for the videos..I believe that work should always be done properly and presented nicely..
This was very nice of you to do this on an abandoned lot. It looks 💯 better and safer. Keep moving it forward.
That looks a hundred times better. Thank you for doing such kind and helpful services for that town. Awesome job.
Beautiful job! Such dedication to the fine art of garden maintenance! The town should send you a check for your services! Thank you!
@michelenix1562
Жыл бұрын
I hope he keeps a log of each job. He definitely has video proof of his hard work. The world needs more men like him in our communities.
The people who use that section of sidewalk will notice and love you for it! What a huge difference!
Amazing transformation - you made everything look so much cleaner & crisper!
Great job Fill, the transformation was amazing. Even if the council deem the pavement unsafe to use going forward, at least those who need to use it can now see what they're walking on, which makes it much safer anyway. I'm sure the locals will appreciate your hard work, even if they don't ever know who did it. A true act of charity.
If someone gets hurt on that sidewalk, the city or the owner responsible for it can get sued. Thank you, because of men's like you neighborhood's looks much better, am glad you cares 😊
@Godwinpounds4333
2 жыл бұрын
Hello 👋dear, how are you doing?
@rjb6327
2 жыл бұрын
Now they really have some tripping hazards.
Edging and cleaning up after edging are my favorite parts of yard transformations. What a great job you did! Greetings from Mississippi!
Love your videos. Great job on a difficult sidewalk. N 4th and E Birch. The listing broker is likely surprised and pleased the curb appeal is hugely improved. On the adjacent lot there used to be an older house with Way Back Vintage and Antiques. Another old house on the opposite corner of Birch is also gone. Sidewalk over there has nobody keeping it up. it's not as ripped up by tree roots. Both lots look like good prospects for a rescue.
@fillslawncare
2 жыл бұрын
That one is next on my list 👍🏼
Nicely done! It’s a real civic service to clean up areas like this! It makes the neighborhoods nicer for everyone!
A vast difference made the sidewalk to where you could walk with more safety because you could see the uneven spots more clearly. Darn good job and enjoyable to watch it progress from bad to best.
I love the beginning, middle and end to these types of clean up ! makes us all feel better ! thanks....
What a transformation! Great work, man!
@fillslawncare
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Keith, you the man! Been binge listening to your podcasts
@violetsmith2233
2 жыл бұрын
Young man ,you are some kind of worker , what a transformation!, bless you !
@keith-kalfas
2 жыл бұрын
@@fillslawncare Thank you. 😁😁
@lawnborder
2 жыл бұрын
@@fillslawncare was that a keith kalfas hat you here wearing ! thumbs up
@fillslawncare
2 жыл бұрын
@@lawnborder No its a Kujo Yardwrar hat. Keith wears one from time to time as well
This was a great job. Very much needed and I am sure more people appreciate it than you know. You did an excellent job. God Bless you!
@Godwinpounds4333
2 жыл бұрын
Hello how are you doing?
Hi Fills. I had been watching your recent lot clean ups for free videos and the best one so far was the corner lot edition. A two day job if I am correct. Although.. giving all of them a like I was unable to make comments as I was watching them on our smart tv. Glad I was on my laptop to make this comment. You have a great channel here.
Wow! Great video! What a difference you made to that area! You are truly making a difference in the world...I get to watch it happen!😊Stay safe and healthy! Take care!
Thank you! Great job. I had to laugh that this bad sidewalk had a political campaign sign on it. Send this person running for office a copy of this video! Fix our sidewalks!!!
@sharihere8809
2 жыл бұрын
@Janis Richter haha I seen that too. Vote for them and this is what your city sidewalks will look like!
@fillslawncare
2 жыл бұрын
😂
@coolcpa3321
2 жыл бұрын
Bela Kovacs is the County Assessor and a real estate agent. You can't make this stuff up.
@edwindelgado8775
2 жыл бұрын
Ppl once they get the job never follow through with what they say they're going to do...you don't see them out there getting there hands dirty😏
@TexasRose50
Жыл бұрын
I am one former council member who DID care. But if you don’t have the support of the others, your hands are tied. Trust me, I tried! And I was the only one that got my hands dirty. Picking up trash on a street all by myself. Almost a whole mile, in August. I also helped paint playground equipment in 2 city parks. I also spent many hours pulling up illegally placed signs in the right of ways and from utility poles. We only received $50 a month as a stipend for our service to the city. That barely covered the cost of gas I used. I cringe at the sight of our curbs and gutters. I live on a corner of a highway that runs through the city. I power washed my curb, and even painted the manhole cover to the storm drain that is on the corner. As I said, I tried to get the city to do clean ups. The city manager always had excuses for the employees, but wouldn’t do anything about this workers sleeping in the parks for 4 hours on a Friday. They only worked a half a day. That’s a waste of taxpayers money. I was glad when I was defeated in my last election. I was just too frustrated and tired of trying to fight city hall!
Great job, Phil. It’s amazing what a difference the cleanup of a sidewalk does! AMAZING. Thanks for doing what you do to help people less fortunate than you and it helps keep the city cleaner and more attractive.❤
That is harder than any yard I’ve seen you do, but it looked AMAZING when you finished. I hope the people in your town acknowledge the great work and community service you do! Just awesome!!!❤
I do lawn care and landscaping fir a living and edging sidewalks is another job I do. Always a great feeling to see a neglected sidewalk turned into looking nice once again. I've done several. Also cut and sell firewood and do snow removal as well
Really nice! This is a safety hazard but most towns can't keep up the maintenance, especially on adjacent empty lots. Hopefully the city will appreciate your hard work 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
@fillslawncare
2 жыл бұрын
The adjacent one is up next :) stay tuned
@julieannhawley2955
2 жыл бұрын
What do you mean by they can’t keep up with it? Don’t they have staff employed that specifically clean streets and pathways? Like they do in Australia?
@jimhibbs2372
2 жыл бұрын
@@julieannhawley2955 depends on the city or township laws. Property owners are responsible in some areas for upkeep. In northern climates you only have summer months to do this work after snow removal. some parks and recreation, some county lockup etc. do various areas.
Great job. I'm an attention to detail person, and found it so satisfying to watch your careful attention to the details. Was hoping that there'd be a second segment with the power washer on the sidewalk. 😜
Community service...one sidewalk or yard at a time. Great Work! Keep going and be safe!
Unbelievably satisfying! It is scientifically proven that there’s less crime in well maintained neighbourhoods. I think you do a great service, not just to the people who walk down that path daily, but to the community as a whole.
Another fantastic sidewalk cleanup! Very satisfying to watch and would like to see more of these videos. Thanks for the video Fill and have a blessed day!
@fillslawncare
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Dwayne
@Reviloj
2 жыл бұрын
I agree.
You make your community a more beautiful place. It must be so satisfying to look back and see the transformations after your hard work.
The city needs to be contacted for a serious work on these sidewalks. It's an accident waiting to happen, then someone wants to sue. You're Amazing!
That's amazing how much better it looks! Good for you for taking on something that looked beyond help. Much improved! I'll be the people who use it were shocked when they saw it.
@akoznasovajusername
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, shocked as they were tripping over thinking it's fixed and safe to walk now.
Wow, there's a fair amount of work involved in making an overgrown sidewalk look presentable! Now the landowner can see where the sidewalk can be repaired.💙
Great service to the community! The trees are so big and beautiful. Glad to see them still around.
Wow, it doesn't hardly look like the same sidwalk 😱 so much room to walk now🥰
Great transformation !!! The sidewalk looks amazing.
Great job!!👏🏼💚 The people who use that sidewalk will be so happy!
Dude, Thank you for being a somebody who stepped up and did what anybody could have done but nobody was doing. You are an amazing person.
This is very kind of you. Especially with the cost of fuel, supplies and maintenance on your equipment. No good deed goes unnoticed so I hope this promotes interest in your business. Best wishes
As a pedestrian, I thank you for a fantastic job, very well done as always!
As a walker user I really appreciate a safe sidewalk. This isn't one but now I can see that it isn't. Keep showing those sidewalks.
What an Awesome transformation. I hope you continued to brighten up the entire property. Looking forward to seeing the finished project.👍💕✌️
I realize you do this free of charge, but seems you should receive something for your efforts. It is not easy, regardless how you make it look. I know because I have done driveways and walks that were grossly overgrown. Even with the broken up concrete, it look amazing in the after shots. I appreciate your efforts, and I don't even live there...
@BreakerOneNine07
Жыл бұрын
He's reached 100k subscribers, so by now he is probably getting a little kickback from KZread. I think in another video he showed that 90% of his viewers are not subscribed! If everyone would subscribe as well as like and leave a little comment on all his videos, he would be compensated so much more! It's an easy way for his viewers to show their appreciation and help him continue to do these kind gestures to those and need and city beautification projects like this one! 😉🤙
Watching the edging is so satisfying! God bless you for your acts of service.
There is something so satisfying about watching you transform this sidewalk! Well done! Thank you for your generosity.
That clean up was a work of art. Those sharp edges are a masterpiece!! Not only is that walkway safer but actually pleasing to the eye. Bless you for your kindness and hard work.
Very kind of you to do this... I'm shocked that the Disability advocates aren't out saying something to the town office of the dangers. All fun & games till someone gets hurt. You are a blessing to the people who cannot go out & about because of these sidewalks... 🙏🇺🇸🙏
@margaretpare8206
2 жыл бұрын
You made me smile! My mom would say that all the time! When we would rough house around, she'd always say "sure it's fun until someone gets hurt " bless her.
@coolcpa3321
2 жыл бұрын
Being from California, that was my immediate thought. This would have already been the subject of a lawsuit to compel compliance with the ADA. Suing for non-compliance with the ADA is a profitable industry in California. This landscaper is very generous, but the community leaders need to step up.
To take time outof your day to do a random sidewalk in your home town for the safety of those who use this sidewalk, is so impressive. You are truly a good soul! I
Thank you from many that see this as well as myself. Your a true blessing .I’m disabled and the pain is difficult enough to deal with ,without the fear of falling. Once again Thank you!
You freakin' killed it!!!! I was prepared to be a little underwhelmed considering the condition. Nope!!! Gereat jon!!
This sure looks 100% better and safer. Hope the city appreciates it, I'm sure the pedestrians will.
Excellent cleanup Fill on such an important walkway for everyone! Damaged or not, what a difference and you can see! 🧐 My grandma would have no problem flying through there in her chair. Awesome edges man! ✌
Amazing how just the leaf blower alone made it look 90% better. Just goes to show how a little effort can make a big difference. Great job overall!
WoW! You Not Only cleaned it up but made it wider like it Was Supposed to be! Great job & Act of Selflessness & Kindness! 😎💕👏🦋
Excellent ! ..but I'm guessing there are literally dozens more of these same danger zones throughout Kootenai County .. and in Spokane too ! 😇❤️
What an incredible job you did! I love the before and after. So much hard work but it’s so satisfying to watch and see the final result.
Great job and this may sound silly but love where you jump on the shovel with both feet to break up the clumps of dirt. Reminds me of when I was a kid helping dig up the garden for planting! Thanks for reminding me of a great memory.
It's so soothing and a great sense of accomplishment edging dirt lines like ur doing, great job by the way. I told my landlord I'm going to pressure wash my apartments dumster area and around for free.
Sidewalks are usually on city right of ways. It is usually the homeowners responsibility to keep them clear of snow and debris. The city or town should maintain the sidewalks integrity.
Awesome transformation man, I wonder how Stihl will ever make a battery that can run an edger on a job like this. Still think us lawn care people are far away from switching over totally to 🔋 equipment.
Thank you...a great blessing to have these dangerous sidewalks cleaned up...very satisfying to watch !!!
That was awesome. You just saved some falls, some heels, some slips.. God Bless you. And your work is awesome! 💞👍
Amazing change! BTW, apparently in a lot of areas, the city doesn't do upkeep on sidewalks. It is often up to the property owner to repair and maintain the sidewalks.
Absolutely amazing Fill Random acts of kindness and thoughtfulness goes into this cleaning God bless you mate
Wow that looks great. Thank you for being so kind and helping 😃
I LOVE how precise you are! It's very satisfying. Keep it up. You're doing great!
Spectacular sidewalk cleanup.!!! I bet everyone that walks that way will love it. A real challenge for sure. Thanks for a job well done.
Good job. Really makes me want to tackle the sidewalk near my home.
@vashon100
Жыл бұрын
I wonder how many YT views are needed to break even.
The job you are doing is so helpful to anyone who has to use the sidewalk. Thank you.
a city crew would take two weeks and not as good as you have done. you have my thanks and admiration.
I never thought it could clean up so nicely. So cool to see. Great job.
Awesome job sir! What a kind gesture to do all that work for free! So when you do these jobs do you have to pay to get rid of the debris? Keep up the great work! Love your channel, love from AZ.
Wonderful service and a morale boost for your community. You are a blessing to your neighbours.
What a fantastic difference! Great job, and thank you!
Great work. My town is filled with sidewalks like this; hopefully your channel inspires more community cleaning. Thanks for showing us how its done.
I would bet those trees were planted when that area was built. Great job!
Excellent work. Thanks for sharing!
I LOVE that you pick all the debris up and haul it away!
What a transformation! Thank you and God Bless for what you do.
You did a nice job on clearing off this sidewalk, but it sure is dangerous. In the cities around me, the cost of replacing a sidewalk is the City responsibility. (Initial sidewalk cost where one doesn’t exist is split between landowner and city). Every year the public works departments inspect and mark sections to be replaced.
Lovely job, you and your wife, have hearts of gold
I am surprised that the owner of the property hasn't been required to replace the sidewalk to make it more accessible for everyone. You did a FANTASTIC JOB. WOW!!! What a HUGE difference. I can't believe all you removed and bagged. 👍👍👍 I would think the township would require the owner replace the sidewalk. Keeps many from using it andddddd -- anyone could FALL AND SUE THEM FOR INJUIRES. A lot cheaper to replace than possibly getting sued. 🥴
These sidewalk videos are so satisfying. Soon you'll be "Fill the Sidewalk Guy"!
Excellent work Fill! Great results. Really enjoy the transformations!
Unbelievable transformation! God bless you!
Looks so great when you are finished. Great job!
Trees are almost 70 I'd guess, but sidewalks like these were sought after when I was a kid on my BMX (free ramps). With a sidewalk like this, clean means you can see what is doing while you use it so it is safer to an extent.
@MrWolfSnack
2 жыл бұрын
The only way to fix it is totally dig it all up and re-grade the ground and re-lay it. The tree roots are rotting and composting and with the weight of the pavement after nearly a half century or more, its collapsing in random places. For now, a clean-up as was done and then put neon orange spraypaint around the tripping hazards is the only temporary fix.
@kinglebenj
2 жыл бұрын
Pretty sure those are Modesto Ash. We had them tearing up our sidewalks as a kid. I feel like the ones we had on our street were slightly bigger and were like 60 or 70 years old. So I'm going 50 to 60 years old.
Looks great! So much safer! You take great pride in what you do.
Great job. Improves the look of the area
Bless your heart. You work so hard to make the street more beautiful and safe. It looks great.
Amazing. Thank you for doing this. It is literally therapy to watch you fix that mess and turn it into clean, organized peacefulness.
That was a very satisfying cleanup! That sidewalk was a mess, even though its broken up a bit, you made it look so much better for the neighborhood. Great job Fill!
I hope the people in your town appreciate all your hard work 😊 you do a wonderful job ❤
Awesomeness. I would not be scared to walk on that sidewalk after you cleaned it. Before most definitely. I would have opted of walking on the road which is dangerous