Simple Solar Homesteading: Introduction
Part one of simple solar homesteading is an introduction and overview of homesteading: 1: How to find homestead land 2: How to build a solar cabin for under 00 3: How to use a small solar electric system to power your cabin For more info visit: www.simplesolarhomesteading.com 198 page 18 plan ebook only .00
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@bigchad007
I use very little propane and could use wood for heat but wood is expensive here. If you can cut your own wood that is the way to go and I use solar passive heating.
solarcabin
November 8, 2011 at 9:55 pm
@My1968Impala
Sounds like a good plan!
solarcabin
November 8, 2011 at 10:36 pm
Nice post! I am planning a homestead in the mountains of AZ, about 6,200 ft. elevation. Completely off grid, with 4 small wind turbines, and 6 solar panels, and a forklift battery for electricity storage. Heat by wood, with propane back-up. Home will be a 14X70 or 16X80 mobile home, reframed inside with 6″ of foam in bedrooms, add 2″ in the floors. Rainwater collecting, and haul water as needed. Composting toilet. Growing most of food with gardens, indoors and out, and fruit trees. Can’t wait!
My1968Impala
November 8, 2011 at 11:01 pm
no one hates Solar
christopherscrops
November 8, 2011 at 11:37 pm
@solarcabin Ah ok, I like the integration of the wind turbine! Would be nice if you could get away from the propane too, have it 0 cost. But that’s an ideal world. Not sure if you’ve seen video’s from GREENPOWERSCIENCE on youtube, but you could integrate other methods to reduce your propane usage too, like using black plastic hose for heating water etc etc. Either way, I enjoyed watching your video’s and envy you also 🙂 The rat race sucks. Take care man.
bigchad007
November 9, 2011 at 12:01 am
@bigchad007
Most off-grid homes also use alternative fuels like propane, wood, or NG.
solarcabin
November 9, 2011 at 12:58 am
You say solar homesteader but your whole house is ran on propane. I think it’s cool what you’ve done but the title is miss leading.
bigchad007
November 9, 2011 at 12:58 am
Thanks so much for your information. appreciated.
MsBunnyLove4Ever
November 9, 2011 at 1:06 am
@solarcabin thats perfect i get more of 5 hours daily But drilling a water well would be rater difficult but i am planning on making a small pond for Coy Fish
MisplacedProductions
November 9, 2011 at 1:54 am
@MisplacedProductions
Precipitation shouldn’t matter much if you use a monocrystaline panel as long as it gets some direct sunlight for 3-5 hours a day.
solarcabin
November 9, 2011 at 1:58 am
Hey Lamar, Im begining planning for my cabin and have found some inspiration in yours i have an acre in Hawaii an calling it underdeveloped is a bit of an under statement. Its pretty high up in the moutains so precipitation makes solar energy a bit difficult to obtain any alternative suggestions?
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MisplacedProductions
November 9, 2011 at 2:07 am
This is a little small for my taste but I really like the thought process and consideration that went into building this. I agree, the porch is a must have. I know your business is pests but, how do you deal with pests – ants, termites, etc. Thanks for sharing.
darthom
November 9, 2011 at 3:03 am
@jasontrucker007 your looking on the grid for a place that isn’t on the grid ?
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November 9, 2011 at 3:19 am
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ForPropertyInvestors
November 9, 2011 at 3:33 am
we can also live in a 26 foot RV,,,everything is already installed and you dont need a building permet….:) just my thought , but your cabin is AWESOME
bikerboyzx
November 9, 2011 at 4:32 am
@TheGreatKas
Cabin…
They love going to the cabin for vacation. Going to do it full time. Because we, as a family LOVE it.
Briansgarage
November 9, 2011 at 4:57 am
@Briansgarage why would live in a shed with your kids?
TheGreatKas
November 9, 2011 at 5:43 am
One issue I am concerned about, with building a similar cabin (bit bigger)
Is zoning. Most areas here have restrictions 800 min sq ft. You can get around this by not building it on a permanent foundation like you did, build it a certain size, and call it a shed. But if you have kids. Is there any laws against living in a shed, with kids. Could CPS decide they know whats best for your family, and step in, for living in a so called shed?
It could get hairy if the county/state wanted to push it.
Briansgarage
November 9, 2011 at 6:16 am
see me
pelle3028
November 9, 2011 at 7:14 am
Right on Lemar,skirted the building code,good thinking.You definitely have carpentry skills.Good job.
clyburngold
November 9, 2011 at 7:15 am
@solarcabin CAN WE HIRE PEOPLE TO BUILD THE CABIN FOR US?
jeoan317
November 9, 2011 at 8:01 am
Greetings Lamar. I bought your ebook quite a while ago and really enjoyed it. I only just today ran across you on youtube, though, and I must tell you I really enjoyed the walk through, it gives a good look at the various elements of the cabin’s construction and the different components. I like the music too. Anyway, just thought I’d give you a big thumbs up, I really like what you’ve done and your willingness to share it.
slaeghunder
November 9, 2011 at 8:07 am
Greetings Lamar. I bought your ebook quite a while ago and really enjoyed it. I only just today ran across you on youtube, though, and I must tell you I really enjoyed the walk through, it gives a good look at the various elements of the cabin’s construction and the different components. I like the music too. Anyway, just thought I’d give you a big thumbs up, I really like what you’ve done and your willingness to share it.
slaeghunder
November 9, 2011 at 8:49 am
Did I hear you right? The local building authority told you that on your acre of land, you couldn’t build a full size house?
Heck! I live on a HALF acre, and have a 1200 sq. ft. home with three levels! Can’t imagine the logic of a community law that says that an acre is not a big enough parcel of land to build a “regular” full-size home on (say, a Cape Cod style home, at LEAST)!
Wanna explain more about the local law there? I’m absolutely baffled by that legislation?
-Nutmegger1957
nutmegger1957
November 9, 2011 at 9:32 am
How in the world can anyone build a solar cabin completely by himself? Aren’t there times when it takes two people to get the job done? Like when it comes to building the roof top?
corndogers564
November 9, 2011 at 9:35 am