Simple off grid Cabin that anyone can build & afford

Well done! The only things I saw that I would have done differently is cut the siding to fit over the depth of the floor structure. That would really prevent any wind driven rain infiltration into the floor structure, help keep the air in the floor cavity still, and thus work better as an insulating cavity. From the looks of it, it looks like you extended the roof well enough out from the face of the exterior wall, but I would have also extended it out a bit further on the wide-window window side wall, that faces the view that's so great. Again, that would help prevent wind driven rain from infiltrating where the wall meets the roof.

Someone needs to make a how to video on how to get off your lazy ass and actually build one of these.

While still expensive, its definitely more affordable than a house this size in California or NY. Cheers.

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I love people like you guys.

L I V E I N N A W O O D S

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watched a couple of your videos now, and keep thinking you need to get yourself a nail gun

if you wanna go off grid simply you have to live in texas!

Ha "now and days, there's an impression that only professionals can do stuff like this." Says a guy whos a professional.

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When I first arrived in the US in 1991, I rented a room in a house in Henrietta, NY. I asked the landlord, a Caucasian Rochester native, if he built the house. The answer kind of surprised me back then. He said he had the builder built it. I thought people would actually build their own house in the US. Can't recall where I got that impression, maybe Disney cartoon. In reality, that's not the case.

I love it yeah some places require you to have a professional do the work such a pain even with a kit metal building and such.

I hear you loud and clear .screws dont have the strenghts of nails.. you did fine.you guys did great.. dont get pissed you did something these wine-er's cant... people to day just dont get it, i like the hole thing and all your awncers . im not a profishional .. iv watched your wifes channel .. cool . we have our own land and i just looked at the old old lady an said we are doing this next yr ...we are in our 60ty's good job u guys

All is good until a gang of illegals (brought here by democrats) finds it and decides it is theirs.

Brooke really did nothing except get a continual mention from the creator of this project.

Do you think that a 12x20 cabin with a loft will be stable on this type of foundation in the sandy soil of northern Michigan?

incredibly inspiring, thank you thank you thank you

What was your total build cost if you dont mind sharing?

Many places won't allow something this small to be lived in longer than a few weeks before they consider it a "main residence" and will either require you to add square footage, or not allow you to live in it for long periods of time. Don't let the down payment/mortgage and taxes fool you. You only THINK you own your land.

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Great instructional presentation but a question: Was there a reason for not extending your siding below the bottom plate of the outer walls, or using flashing behind the siding, to prevent water and air intrusion at the base of the walls? -- covering the joint of rim/sub-floor/wall and giving a draft stop and water shed transition.

Well, if this isn't the construction version of Bob Ross, I don't know what is.

Would the round pads work for a 12'x24' cabin?

very nice, thank you #sgtbeastlarson

The video was very informative and gives everyone the incentive to try building one of these cabins. Thanks a lot!!!!

LOVE YOUR WORK.

I built a basic 6ft. x 6ft. x 8ft. hunting blind. It took 4 days...and that was on wheels ! Lets make it " simple " !

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You're so right, we are supposed to be able to build. My grandpa build so much when I was younger. I so wish he was here to teach me now that I'm older. But hey I will learn myself! by the way I love this video

What a stupid, misleading title. Not everyone can build it. You how to know how to build it in the first place.

My grandpa loved to build stuff also. He was always making something out of wood. He died in 99 but sometimes I get a random whiff of sawdust and I know its him. He always smelled of sawdust ❤

Awesome video 👍

What books do you recommend for building a home?

You have a beautiful property sir. Very jealous!

awesome!!!!

Instead of hammering so much can you use a nail gun?

People should make up a bunch of these for the homeless.

After watching your 3 part series. I am going for it! I am building my wife an office for her business 16x24!!!! Thanks man learned a lot from these vids!

Like your simple approach to building a little house. I am very poor but have a minimum wage job. I live in my car. If I can find a place to build one, I will. I need a place to live and would rather build it myself.

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Awesome.

Wow thanks alot for this vid xx I see my dream becoming a reality sooner than I thought God Bless you both

watching this feel weirdly peaceful. There is something calming to seeing humans building simple beautiful homes like that

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THIS IS NOT A CABIN , IT IS AN INSULATED SHED.

grid ? did you have to buy the land

Grandpa would certainly be proud. This has been a VERY inspiring video. Thank you for sharing.

Think I will try this as my life long challenge...... let’s see if I have the guts! Keep you posted!,,,,

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Around here we call those shoot houses ;-)

Is it possible to do this without a beard?

Dat dog tho 🥰

By chance watching this got me hooked on both your channel and Brooke's. You both have such a great attitude towards life and the simple things that end up mattering the most! Appreciate the wisdom and advice! Thanks for sharing! 👍

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Does anyone have recommendations for learning the basics on building. Where do I go, what books do I read etc. This is incredibly helpful and I want to do this but I know 0 about the basics like where would I put the nails, what quality materials would I need etc

🌲Great show, your grandpa would luv seeing that old saw - for sure! 🪚 sweet! I found show totally inspiring 🙏🏼 thank you, was fun just watching! I like just hearing Hammers Flying - cabin building with your hands, touches the soul! 🌲

what is a 2ft on centre standard lay out? (ive tried google and cant find any clear info.. im not a very handy guy lol) 21:35

Great video. Do you ever feel like maybe you should anchor it to the ground to withstand high winds?

How much is the material ONLY to assemble this cabin

amazing job, the location reminds me PUBG map :P

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You think like me on that word of a man was designed to build his own house

The good thing you all work together

Hey friend, how big of a structure can a foundation like that support do you think?

Very cool. Even I could afford that. Now I just need a couple hundred thousand dollars for a piece of property, then I can go live off the grid.

"Human beings are creative by design." I love that you said that. We're made in God's image : )

I love how people who know how to do stuff tell you how easy it is and “anyone can do it.” Sorry but we don’t all have a property with the perfect corner to build a cabin on with grandpa’s old saw. Even the simplest construction takes material, know-how and money. So no, not everyone can do it and not everyone can afford. You can.

whats with the 2.5 k dislikes??? you ppl lazy ? or what??? lol

Lost me immediately at location. I'm sure 98% of other people watching don't have property in their backyard (or any property) for something like this. I'd like a video explaining how to find an affordable lot and how to navigate building codes and legality surrounding this stuff, bc that's the hardest part.

Do you need planning approval? Here in Australia we are not allowed to build any building without local authority approval after formal application. Any dwelling has to meet many regulations, fire rating, energy rating, effluent management (toilet and wastewater), engineering certification etc etc. I own a property in a remote rural area and I can't even add a 'lean-to' on my properly approved and professionaly built shed without further building permits and approvals. I am only allowed to stay a maximum of 3 days of every month on "my" property because there is no house, even if I use a mobile home that contains all waste water produced. What you have built is great but would never be permitted as a habitation. Also any "owner builder" who builds his own structures has to be registered and follow strict guidelines, for instance you would need to restrict access via warning signage and fencing whilst constructing (even in the middle of nowhere). Local authorities actively use satellite imagery, aircraft imagery and even drones to survey properties, so you can't hide your building activities. It's great living in a free western democracy.

This is so killer, thanks for making this! 🍻

Could u make a video on necessary supplies every off gridian needs and can u make list of the music you use for your videos it is relaxing

2.5 k people disliked this for no reason other than to dismiss the awesome information you've given

Why did you use nails in the floor as opposed to screws?

Would love to have one.

Hello how can I hire you to build my cabin. I love your work and I think you guys are awesome.

The outdoor walls that you used, what were they again?

A mans man will ALWAYS love a woman that can get out there and build something with him or fix something with him. You can't tell me anything different or change my mind.

I like your hammer

Well, I can'tafford it. Now what?

Can you use screw instead of nails is it more easier

wonderful wife who works on this same as husband do and not saying that "this is not a women's business" - I envy you, man ))

great video. sell me that truck.

where do you get your rough cut lumber?

Thank's dude

i like how yall did it together.

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Solid work, nice low drama tone, clearly explained. Would have liked to see the siding lap over the deck but a bit of flashing will do the trick after.

What is the largest cabin that you could build with this design and technique?

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Love this video & ppl have the nerve to dislike FOH

Probably asked a million times. Are there plans available for this?

Wow, this was awesome. I've always wanted to build something like this but like you said, I never thought I actually knew how. I always assumed it needed to be left to the professionals. I don't know If I'll ever be lucky enough to actually get to do this, but if it ever happens, I'll feel like I actually know where to begin. Thank you guys for sharing this!

10 or 12 foot rafters?

How did power the power tools?🤔

i could not do this with the old lady no work would ever get done know what i mean