Installing our own septic system (start to finish)

We're a husband and wife team who bought 20 acres of bare off-grid land in North Idaho. Follow along as we learn how to build a home, run heavy equipment and turn this place into our dream property!

[billyduffany]

Oliver is getting so big. Before you know it, he will be right by your side helping you with all your projects.

[EnufIsTooMuch]

My only experience with putting in a septic system was as a teenager back in 1972. A neighbor of a friend was asking for people to help shovel the dirt back in as there was no money left for renting heavy equipment. That was a large field of those stones you talked about, multiple legs to it. Never was quite sure who the homeowner was, just spent a couple of hours with a few other people shoveling the dirt back in. Just thinking about being that young and working that hard makes my arms and shoulders ache. Think I need a nap ... 😴

[troyqueen]

Always use 45 degree fittings, less chance of blockage.

[roybdaman]

I love your "digging" videos. I was a ground man most of my working career and still miss the good old days of working in the dirt. Thank you. Makes me feel like I was there with you.

[leifhietala]

@8:00 Riley explains, not in so many words, exactly how and why apprenticeships work. Classroom training is one thing and it's good for a lot of folks. Apprenticeship, in-depth on-the-job training, puts a newbie with an experienced hand and gets them lots of exposure not just to practice but also philosophy, the rationale that underpins the practice. Put understanding and practice together and you have skill.

[lukestoolbox]

Always baffles my mind how you two can seemingly do everything🤯 Super cool project! Highlight of the weekend :)

[AmbitionStrikes]

This was a fun chance to learn something new. A huge thanks for Andrew for all of his help!

[bobsundance]

I have to say again how awesome I think your editing is. I think your viewers take for granted they're great every time, but I'm sure it takes you some time. And I just wanted to say We Appreciate Your efforts! The angles you get and interesting perspectives you splice together make it so enjoyable to watch. So, thanks Courtney!!😅

[lauraquigley]

No matter what you film you guy’s always have my undivided attention! You are both very captivating but Oliver is still the star! Great job on the passing inspection. Courtney’s reaction was priceless 🤣🙏🙏🙏Blessing’s

[bc-guy]

What a great system! And as an ex Caterpillar Sales Manager - that's one gifted operator! (And the guys who 'placed' that big tank sure made it look easy! You're so lucky to have found such qualified suppliers and helpers! Congratulations on your new system - this is going to change a lot! You'll have so much time on your hands... what's that??? A sister for Ollie you say?

[DerekGarner-kmfj]

DAaang! Andrew is one. smooth. OPERATOR! Congrats on your new system!

[andrewmerriman]

That is a serious drain field. I had no idea something elaborate as that would be required to service your setup. Carol, (Courtney's mom) is going to be very comfortable in her new tiny home. You guys are awesome.

[beckycrump]

Those risers are a must have. My folks were skeptical when I installed them on their tank last time I had to dig for the lids for pumping it out. Unscrew lids, use tractor to lift tank lids, done. So easy.

[mauricesmith]

Don't do 90 bends, use 45 or 30s if it blocks you will never be able to clear the blockages, straighter runs as well on the main feed pipe.
Good wishes, keep on working it looks amazing.

[billlandon]

Whoever does your camera work also deserves a hooray. Excellent production all around!

[ronaldclark]

Big Hi to Oliver and his Mom and Dad. Big congrats on the Flush Potty. Life keeps getting better. Pets also like them when thirsty. Keep the lid down. Thanks for the nice video. Ron PTL USA

[MichaelW-vjwx]

Andy's little homestead is definitely worth watching.

[gownnvo]

From my offshore drilling career: slow and steady equals fast.

[johnfranke]

Just remember that Plumbers and Doctors are the only trades that bury their mistakes

[tranquilitybase]

Hey neighbor! This brings back memories of installing my septic in pouring rain up at my place near the lake.