Tag Archive: construction

off grid construction – poles, beams, and loads

Pole building construction is one of the world's oldest construction techniques.  Savings on the foundation, minimal disruption to the building site, and the ability to build on slopes or other difficult terrain give these buildings an advantage over others.  I pulled out my documentation and notes ...

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off grid construction – strings, pegs, and poles

Off grid remote home or cabin construction can take many forms from standard frame to earth or straw bale construction.  We chose a rather simple pole building to create our remote home.  Follow along in the series as you learn what works, and avoid things that ...

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So, you are really going to do it?

If you're not involved in the construction trade or industry, how do you go about planning and building your off grid remote home?  Many times, the amount of energy, finances, and courage that it takes to "break free" can be daunting.  The luxury of a standard ...

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Off Grid construction – keep it simple

After purchasing your off grid property, the next item to consider is housing and storage.  Everyone who plans on moving off grid or to a remote area doesn't have the luxury of hiring a general contractor and ...

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5 Tips Before You Buy Remote Property

Hindsight is always 20/20 vision.  When you're evaluating a property for your remote off grid home, foresight is the best. Don't make that big commitment by signing on the dotted line before you consider this short list.  Eyes wide open is the best way to ...

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