I Built an OFF GRID cabin in the woods

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[ChayDenne]

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[AshleyLynn]

“Luckily I’ve done this before a few times, so I don’t really know what I’m doing”. Hahah 😂 love it!

[hgblackcat]

Im a sheet metal worker by trade and you forgot to install underlayment. That condensation will rot that cabin with mold in a few years.

[-liwia-]

The pump will most probably freeze over the winter because the pipe that will bring water into the cabin wasn't insulated. So even if the water in the creak isn't frozen, the water in the pipe might freeze. I'd recommend getting a bit of insulation for it.

[jonathanscott]

The cabin looks great, what a fun build!

A couple things that worry me a little however...
1.) No housewrap. That's going to potentially mean moisture problems.
2.) No horizonal running OSB beneath the vertical siding. I'm sure this won't cause issues, however the nice thing about running OSB horizonally beneath your siding is that it firmly locks your walls into place. Without it, you do lack a certain amount of horizonal strength, which may be more noticeable on the 2x4 walls.
3.) Single pane windows. Depending on your climate this may not be an issue either...but I live in an area that can reach triple digits during the summer and -30 during the winter, double pane windows are a must.

[botlife]

Im suprised no one is commenting on the solar panels... That 2x4 isn't going to hold those panels when it gets windy. It was flopping around when you were installing the panels. You need to mount the brace to multiple beams under the sheet metal. You can prevent the roof from leaking by drilling a pilot hole, filling it with silicone, applying silicone to the screw, then screwing everything in.

[KingEggAlot]

I gotta be honest I’m always impressed with how y’all learn stuff so quickly and just how good y’all are at building stuff

[joelove]

I just love seeing these tiny home/cabin builds!! Since large homes are so expensive, I guess this is as good as it gets for me!! I could make this work!!

[mattyaboi]

Single pane windows are not insulated. The cabin will be cold or hot depending on the weather.

[dhgodzilla]

Nice job, one thing I might do is install an easily changeable in line Water Filter before the Pump to protect it from Calcium & Sediment Deposits.

[edson]

Dad, "See what happens is when you're good at something you get more of it to do." No truer words ever spoken, lol. Nice job guys! Love watching your amazing projects!

[thecosmictatertot]

I'll definitely have to try this when I'm older, even though I live in a suburban family that doesn't camp or hunt, I still have friends and church summer camps to look forward too, I love nature and having a comfortable place to admire it from sounds awesome

[tf]

It's missing one Critical Facility. The Crapper.

[criticalevent]

Since there will probably be a next time, if you're only going to use 1" foam anyway, you can put it on top of the sub floor, that way you don't have any breaks in it or have to worry about animals getting to it. As long as it's high density it will support a click laminate or you can put another sheet of 1/2" over top. Just build your door(s) frame with the extra floor thickness in mind.

[raana]

You guys are so entertaining! Never change your style! On another note, I can't wait to see more of your projects/adventures!

[AshleyLynn]

This is incredible! Y’all are so talented! Y’all should do a video / vlog, something like.. camping in my tiny home for the weekend. Show us what there is to do in the area. Hanging out in the tiny home. Cooking. Etc. That would be cool! 💜💜

[jayceewilliams]

Love how much this challenge has pivoted btw, i do still miss some of the challenge content, but the building stuff just really launched off and it's a great thing to do with your brother.

[zacharykarna]

Couple things I thought about for the battery bank. Should really look into some sort of vent for those. Also, I'd figure out some sort of tray or base for those to be placed onto, in case one leaks battery acid. Great project.

[not_vato]

“hey dad wanna go build a cabin in the woods off the grid”
“yeah okay.”

is probably how this went

[PurpzzRoller]

Chay, when we are gonna get the interior build of the 6k$ luxury modern home? just asking also btw big fan of your builds!