⛺️Underestimating the value of a porta potty caused us a lot of inconvenience.
🚜Not planning the road properly and leaving stumps caused unexpected problems with access.
🛠️Delaying the installation of the chimney led to moisture problems in the building.
🌲Not hiring loggers to clear trees properly resulted in additional work and wasted firewood.
🌬️Not using a plastic vapor barrier caused moisture to enter the building and damage our belongings.
Did you regret not getting a porta potty earlier?
—Yes, we underestimated its value and it caused us a lot of inconvenience, which we resolved by getting one later.
What problems did leaving tree stumps cause?
—The stumps made it difficult to clear the road properly and caused access problems when they grew back.
How did delaying the chimney installation affect you?
—Moisture and condensation built up in the building, ruining firewood and causing a damp and unpleasant environment.
Why didn't you hire loggers to clear trees?
—At the time, we were in a hurry and didn't fully realize the benefits of hiring professionals. In retrospect, it would have saved us time and effort.
What did you learn from not using a vapor barrier?
—Moisture entered the building, damaging our belongings and making the space damp and unpleasant. We realized the importance of proper insulation and moisture control.
00:00We spent three years building our off-grid property and made several mistakes along the way.
02:03Underestimating the value of a porta potty caused inconvenience and frequent trips to town.
05:21Not planning the road properly and leaving stumps resulted in access problems.
06:56Delaying the chimney installation led to moisture problems and ruined firewood.
08:52Not hiring loggers to clear trees properly created additional work and wasted firewood.
10:58Not using a plastic vapor barrier caused moisture to enter the building and damage belongings.
