Its nice watching someone that is not a pro do this job. You get a more realistic idea on how much work it's going to take. Pros make it look to easy. Great Job!!
A lot of advice can be given, but this I can say, I spent 40 years in the trades and have seen great work and shit work, this that your doing is right along the line of really darn good for never laying block, great work, thanks for sharing your adventures with us, as I have said before you guys are one of if not the best homesteading channel out here on RUclips!
From Puerto Rico. Watching you how to create something you don't know how is wonderful. That's the best teacher you can get. I do the same, it might not be perfect for some, but sure is carefully planned and we'll done. 👍👍👍👍👍
Having been in the plumbing business, I became aware of the need for top access to the well is essential. Better to lay the first row of blocks then go with wood the rest of the way and construct in such a manner that allows you to take the top off as necessary. Pulling a pump is very difficult if you go high with the block.
I'm one of the people who suggested you throw a $20 tent over the pump.... so glad to see you doing it right (and doing quality work) and protecting one of your biggest investments! Suggestion, design a fairly light insulated roof structure that is only screwed on with brackets, hangers, straps. If you make it semi-removable then (according to Murphy's Law) you'll never have to remove it to pull the pump. Nail on a big ole' heavy roof and you might have to pull the pump : )
Such useful skills you are teaching us by your efforts. That block-work looks excellent. I truly am appreciative that you take the time to do this on RUclips. Someday I just know I am going to need to do this and I’ll remember you throughout.
So glad you didn't end up a brick short! Love your OCD :P. I'm the same way. It looks great! That well water looks awesome, too! Looking forward to more. Thanks for sharing everything!
good patience and progress Jeremy. Yes the 2 well water comparisons was smart for showing the difference in sediment amounts to viewers. Nice that you are doing the project with materials you have on hand. That was one of the best laughs ( with you not at you ) , "it looks easier on youtube" , thank you . You made everything work for your style and pace. Plus you can't fire the crew of 3 , me , myself and I , he he . A lot of heavy hard work but you only have to do it once. I hope you make the inside so you can stand up , tilt over or "open" the roof for easy service work? I know you will add a recep box for light and heat source for winter. My experience with my well house in burlington , NC. The moisture in the humid south ( and the cold well water temp) will attract slugs and bugs. Mice and copperheads, ants will find the foam board. Try and create a no place to build , simple overhang on the roof / cover to prevent the wasps from moving in ! Just some thoughts to ponder. Looking at your set up makes me think I should create some sort of water / air tight box around my pressure switch. Over time the moisture will pit the contacts and go out ( usually when we have friends over and lots of dishes or showers ) , ha ha . Darn that Murphy !! Keep the sharing coming . Side note, my well house ( where I rent) has one cement block base course , all the walls are one brick thick . Laid up to a height, to several inches above the bladder tank ( built in 1960) . I lined the brick walls with foam board ( with plastic anchors, washer and screws) , then a simple removable pressure treated 2 * 4 , with a support vertical leg on 2 sides, set to the level height of the side wall foam board. I then lay 2 sheets of foam board horizontal. I lay P.T. boards flat to fold the foam corners / edges down . Flat Metal roof . I change my water filter every 5-6 months, I write the filter change date on the well tank with a sharpie. I installed a commercial grade clear filter housing with bypass valve. Double clamped all well pipe fittings. I use a recep plug in thermal cube to turn light on and off for freeze protection. I used an led and a cfl bulb this winter , worked great.
Just remember, the ark was built by amateurs, professionals built the titanic. Your patience and attention to detail are a testament to a successful homestead.
For future reference move your blocks next to the wall next time so you don't have to walk back and forth, plus stand them on end so you don't have to bend over so far to pick them up. Just things I learned many years ago helping my grandpa, plus a couple of weeks working with a professional mason
You guys are so awesome at sharing EVERYTHING! I hope everyone appreciates it as much as I do. Your well water looks FANTASTIC! I miss well water actually. We were on well my entire youth and it was the BEST water I’d ever tasted. I’m so stinking happy for you guys. Even just getting this done ✅ gets you that much closer to your home. You guys so deserve it. You’ve dealt with so much bullspit it’s time you got blessings! You’ve sure as shat worked for it! TFS. Be well. Blessings always ~Lisa
Hail once again from the high plains desert of the Rocky Mountains in Central WY!!! I've just started watching this edition (I'm at 2:27) and I was compelled to stop and give you an ethernet Hi-Five and several kudos for something that might seem far too simple to many, if not most folks, and that was your quick comparative of the Water Quality between your spring source and your well source! The direct visual comparative between the two sources in those white 5 gallon bucks spoke VOLUMES to me, as throughout my life I've lived long term with several different types of waters sources and systems: cistern (only 500 gallons no less), wells (both shallow and deep), spring water (it was superbly clear from mountain sourcing), creek water (filtered and boiled), and 5 gallon bucks (happily for just a month or so), as well as turn the knob/tap city water. Having experienced these different types of water sourcing, I'm convinced that FAR TOO MANY people, have become COMPLACENT concerning the water sourcing and definitely complacent in its AVAILABILITY!!!! People are use to just 'turning the tap/knob' and viola', WATER: potable, cold, and for immediate demand and use! I'm railing I guess, because I see most folks view of water sourcing as having become down right DISRESPECTFUL towards having it; it's automatic in their heads, and they've never really ever been without out, and they've NEVER had to work their posteriors off to get it for daily use! The simple act via the luxury of being able to have real, sit down toilet, and to FLUSH that toilet, is LOST on most folks! I know that last sentence might seem like something from Mars, but I've lived where you hauled water in via 5 gallon buckets and 'flushed' the toilet that way (and you did NOT flush it every time you want.....think 'communal use' concept in order to conserve the water we had). I still upon occasion will marvel at the luxury of being able to simply reach down, push down the shiny handle on the toilet, and viola', the refuse is sucked down the bowl and out into the sewer system, and AUTOMATICALLY REFILLED!! Yeah TEAM! Ok, so I'm 62, and have lived in places most folks haven't (and yes, in the USA), and under conditions most folks alive today haven't, but those experiences have taught me to appreciate the luxuries and blessings provided by 'on demand' running water. So, back to your bucket comparison: I wish you would do a 5 minute or so narrative explaining what your new well means, directly relating it to the clarity of the water, tied directly into the availability! No water available, no bodily hydration, no toilet, no boiling water for cooking, no garden water, no water for livestock, etc.....in short, you can't live in such a place without water. Basic stuff I know, but the vast majority of folks under 40 do NOT have a clue how important water is to their lives; they simply treat it as 'a given' and ignore it! We need to educate these people as to just how wrong such a view is, and why the availability of water is so important in so many ways, especially for those folks wanting to NOT be dependent on public water systems that can do down from time to time, or become unreliable (Flint, MI, flooding from natural disasters, and yes, upcoming events such as terrorists poisoning the water supplies for cities). I do apologize for this 'war and peace' comment, but seeing the quick comparative you did really hit a nerve in me, bringing back deeply felt memories of living with, and without, water, and the luxury of availability! Well, I'm off to watch the rest of your video.......thank you again for all the hard work you two do in creating your VERY useful videos, which I see as valuable tutorials in so many avenues! Keep on Truckin'!
what a nice job, Jeremy and this is a heavy duty wellhouse - you did like a pro in the end - a steep learning curve it seems....with an insulated roof: no worries in freezing times! And the water is looking perfect clear. I think that was a very good decision - how valuable is clean water to our life! Where I live I have ground water thats coming through granite too and it tastes great!
Kept thinking of The Three Little Pigs and the Big Bad Wolf the whole time you were building that...lol... the Big Bad Wolf can huff and he can puff but he won't blow that down...nice job
that's what makes us all better, trial and error .. and a great way to learn ………… youre doing great and I love watching both of you on this journey …. !!!
Seriously impressed, Jeremy. Seriously! Your patience and attention for detail is why I usually wind up hiring someone to do these things (I'm admitting, not bragging). Curious for the roof now.
Like any other thing you do for the first time, it is a learning experience. Same with anyone else doing something,..and it does look like you are doing a solid job.
That was painful to watch brick laying must be so hard i just wanted to help great job looks fine and the water i want to drink it and i hate drinking water you know what fish use that stuff for i really enjoy watching your life coming together i think im not the only guy on the other side of the world who cheering you guys on eagley awaiting your next success
About time you built the block house around the well! I’ve been checking every day for some progress. You’ve got a nice setup there. It’s going to be really nice once its all done.
best way to cut block is with a diamond blade on an angle grinder, you can't cut all the way through but the deeper, straight scoring lines ensure you get a clean break when you do hit it with the hammer and chisel.
I know a few masons. Every one of them is about 3/4's NUTS 😂😂😂 All that leveling and checking this that and the other eventually drives them into insanity I'm convinced 😂😂😂 Great job Jeremy but don't try it too often I'm warning you lol
We could definitely see the difference between the well water and spring water, happy for you guys to have such a good source. thanks for taking the time to explain about the corner blocks Vs the inside blocks I wouldn't have known that and appreciate that you don't think everyone does. I learn something every video 👍
Its hard work. I've only done it once 25 years ago and I've got a new project coming up I'll be doing it again. Thanks for sharing helped me remember a few things.
Love the water test. Just convinces me more that we humans need to spread out more and give Mother nature a chance to filter out all the crap we have put in our water supply.
Thank you, thank you, thank you! I needed a video just like this! I have property in the country that is wedged between two historic properties. I didn't want to throw up a wood shack. This block house will be perfect with some brick facing.
I was thinking about when I first started following your journey. It seems so long ago now when you were at your other home in another state. I realized this morning that you guys haven't been on the new property that long really. To have already accomplished what you have is amazing. I can imagine my husband and me trying to build a well house. I don't think we could. I mean maybe if we a had a year or two to do it teehee. It is nuts the enjoyment I get out of seeing your plans being met. I get excited for the whole family. It truly is a good life.
@@Guildbrookfarm Yeah, but its under your belt now, and future projects may morph into block. Ya never know... I used to enjoy watching my father work with his hands in various materials. I'll never need it, but learned about the 'secrets' of each side of the block and its use! Cool! Thanks! : )
I was wondering if it would be really cold. Bet you learned a great deal doing that job. I’m a wee bit jealous but I’m so happy for y’all getting back to nature. I’ve got To go back and watch your last video
RV supply stores have filters gizmoes you can put on the end of your hose that will clean the water up to 99% pure, they're about $25, but worth it. I'm sure Amazon has them too. Food grade hoses too! We use both for our food cart. Very "well" done!!!
I had no idea you'd never done this before, and I have absolute faith that you'll do a fantastic job Jeremy!! Um, Yes the difference in the water was glaringly obvious even on camera lol. You can drink straight from the hose and get better drinking water than the seep, unless the nasties in the new well are invisible (shudder). Great job J the builder! A lot of house building is boring, measure, measure, set a level, measure, measure, measure, rinse & repeat. Are you going for block foundations for the new house or can you use these screw piles that seem so popular now? Can you even have a basement with a screw pile foundation? This was a great little practice job but pouring a flat finished concrete floor is a highly skilled job, plus it needs fairly specific tools for 'muddling' the bubbles to the surface and smoothing the top finish, not to mention doing all that around ductwork & plumbing fixtures.
You might consider laying in anchor bolts for a rough door frame of pressure treated 2x8, then fill the cores at the door opening with concrete. Also fill all cores with vermiculite.
Bluer-ish is my favorite color! You're not the only that was bugged by that leaning tank. I considered that it might be an optical illusion, that maybe the tank was actually straight and level, but you confirmed the lean. Saved me the trouble of driving down there with a level. :) Was trying to figure out why you only scored the block on 3 sides, and credited you with knowing something I didn't. Then you... oops, CRACK! Blockhouse is going to look nice.
Plasticiser keeps mortar workable longer, user washing up detergent or pee....... it works a treat. Hello from England, the old one not the new upstart.
Man what beautiful looking clear water have you liked the taste of your wonderful water i am soooooooooo excited for you guys as i see your hard work take shape
For future reference, it is imperative the footer be level, its easier and quicker then trying to level block after the fact. I would go up another block or 2 before roof, you will appreciate it if you ever have to do any major service on it.
Little more lime and water in the future. The lime will help it stick more and it will be just a bit more creamy. Or should I say more of a paste. It looks good though.
The chicks look good. Keep us up to date on those cuties. Jeremy you are doing phenomenal on the well house. Glad the water looks so good. Happy Happy Happy!!!
It’s funny under ground water is either icy cold or warm depending on just how deep the well or bore in Australia most of our artisan bores are into thermal water so are warm but shallower on home bores are really col
Another great video. Your mason work is very good. It might have taken you awhile to get the block part done. But you did it right and solid so you should have no issues down the road. Cheers GBR.
Its nice watching someone that is not a pro do this job. You get a more realistic idea on how much work it's going to take. Pros make it look to easy. Great Job!!
A lot of advice can be given, but this I can say, I spent 40 years in the trades and have seen great work and shit work, this that your doing is right along the line of really darn good for never laying block, great work, thanks for sharing your adventures with us, as I have said before you guys are one of if not the best homesteading channel out here on RUclips!
Thanks for the encouraging words. I definitely have respect for guys that lay block for a living!
Thanks for leveling that tank! My ocd was screaming!!!!!
😂 mine too.
From Puerto Rico. Watching you how to create something you don't know how is wonderful. That's the best teacher you can get. I do the same, it might not be perfect for some, but sure is carefully planned and we'll done. 👍👍👍👍👍
Having been in the plumbing business, I became aware of the need for top access to the well is essential. Better to lay the first row of blocks then go with wood the rest of the way and construct in such a manner that allows you to take the top off as necessary. Pulling a pump is very difficult if you go high with the block.
I'm one of the people who suggested you throw a $20 tent over the pump.... so glad to see you doing it right (and doing quality work) and protecting one of your biggest investments! Suggestion, design a fairly light insulated roof structure that is only screwed on with brackets, hangers, straps. If you make it semi-removable then (according to Murphy's Law) you'll never have to remove it to pull the pump. Nail on a big ole' heavy roof and you might have to pull the pump : )
I appreciate your being conscientious. I enjoy your videos especially when it's a family effort. Praying for your strength, health and success. 👍....👉
Such useful skills you are teaching us by your efforts. That block-work looks excellent. I truly am appreciative that you take the time to do this on RUclips. Someday I just know I am going to need to do this and I’ll remember you throughout.
The well water sure is clear! Nice! You're doing a great job on the wall Jeremy!
My grandfather was a bricklayer-mason, I know it's not easy .. beautiful job you did there.
Thanks! It turned out much better than I expected. 👍🏻
So glad you didn't end up a brick short! Love your OCD :P. I'm the same way. It looks great! That well water looks awesome, too! Looking forward to more. Thanks for sharing everything!
even through the lense it is easy to see the difference. The well water is crystal clear and I bet it tastes amazing.
I learned blockwork the way you are learning it - makee/learnee. You're doing well, so don't feel bad about it.
👍🏻🤷🏻♂️
Well, for the first time laying cinder block. I think you did an awesome job. Keep up the good work..
good patience and progress Jeremy. Yes the 2 well water comparisons was smart for showing the difference in sediment amounts to viewers. Nice that you are doing the project with materials you have on hand. That was one of the best laughs ( with you not at you ) , "it looks easier on youtube" , thank you . You made everything work for your style and pace. Plus you can't fire the crew of 3 , me , myself and I , he he . A lot of heavy hard work but you only have to do it once. I hope you make the inside so you can stand up , tilt over or "open" the roof for easy service work? I know you will add a recep box for light and heat source for winter. My experience with my well house in burlington , NC. The moisture in the humid south ( and the cold well water temp) will attract slugs and bugs. Mice and copperheads, ants will find the foam board. Try and create a no place to build , simple overhang on the roof / cover to prevent the wasps from moving in ! Just some thoughts to ponder. Looking at your set up makes me think I should create some sort of water / air tight box around my pressure switch. Over time the moisture will pit the contacts and go out ( usually when we have friends over and lots of dishes or showers ) , ha ha . Darn that Murphy !! Keep the sharing coming . Side note, my well house ( where I rent) has one cement block base course , all the walls are one brick thick . Laid up to a height, to several inches above the bladder tank ( built in 1960) . I lined the brick walls with foam board ( with plastic anchors, washer and screws) , then a simple removable pressure treated 2 * 4 , with a support vertical leg on 2 sides, set to the level height of the side wall foam board. I then lay 2 sheets of foam board horizontal. I lay P.T. boards flat to fold the foam corners / edges down . Flat Metal roof . I change my water filter every 5-6 months, I write the filter change date on the well tank with a sharpie. I installed a commercial grade clear filter housing with bypass valve. Double clamped all well pipe fittings. I use a recep plug in thermal cube to turn light on and off for freeze protection. I used an led and a cfl bulb this winter , worked great.
Just remember, the ark was built by amateurs, professionals built the titanic. Your patience and attention to detail are a testament to a successful homestead.
For future reference move your blocks next to the wall next time so you don't have to walk back and forth, plus stand them on end so you don't have to bend over so far to pick them up. Just things I learned many years ago helping my grandpa, plus a couple of weeks working with a professional mason
You guys are so awesome at sharing EVERYTHING! I hope everyone appreciates it as much as I do. Your well water looks FANTASTIC! I miss well water actually. We were on well my entire youth and it was the BEST water I’d ever tasted. I’m so stinking happy for you guys. Even just getting this done ✅ gets you that much closer to your home. You guys so deserve it. You’ve dealt with so much bullspit it’s time you got blessings! You’ve sure as shat worked for it! TFS. Be well. Blessings always ~Lisa
Hail once again from the high plains desert of the Rocky Mountains in Central WY!!!
I've just started watching this edition (I'm at 2:27) and I was compelled to stop and give you an ethernet Hi-Five and several kudos for something that might seem far too simple to many, if not most folks, and that was your quick comparative of the Water Quality between your spring source and your well source!
The direct visual comparative between the two sources in those white 5 gallon bucks spoke VOLUMES to me, as throughout my life I've lived long term with several different types of waters sources and systems: cistern (only 500 gallons no less), wells (both shallow and deep), spring water (it was superbly clear from mountain sourcing), creek water (filtered and boiled), and 5 gallon bucks (happily for just a month or so), as well as turn the knob/tap city water.
Having experienced these different types of water sourcing, I'm convinced that FAR TOO MANY people, have become COMPLACENT concerning the water sourcing and definitely complacent in its AVAILABILITY!!!! People are use to just 'turning the tap/knob' and viola', WATER: potable, cold, and for immediate demand and use!
I'm railing I guess, because I see most folks view of water sourcing as having become down right DISRESPECTFUL towards having it; it's automatic in their heads, and they've never really ever been without out, and they've NEVER had to work their posteriors off to get it for daily use!
The simple act via the luxury of being able to have real, sit down toilet, and to FLUSH that toilet, is LOST on most folks!
I know that last sentence might seem like something from Mars, but I've lived where you hauled water in via 5 gallon buckets and 'flushed' the toilet that way (and you did NOT flush it every time you want.....think 'communal use' concept in order to conserve the water we had). I still upon occasion will marvel at the luxury of being able to simply reach down, push down the shiny handle on the toilet, and viola', the refuse is sucked down the bowl and out into the sewer system, and AUTOMATICALLY REFILLED!! Yeah TEAM!
Ok, so I'm 62, and have lived in places most folks haven't (and yes, in the USA), and under conditions most folks alive today haven't, but those experiences have taught me to appreciate the luxuries and blessings provided by 'on demand' running water.
So, back to your bucket comparison: I wish you would do a 5 minute or so narrative explaining what your new well means, directly relating it to the clarity of the water, tied directly into the availability! No water available, no bodily hydration, no toilet, no boiling water for cooking, no garden water, no water for livestock, etc.....in short, you can't live in such a place without water.
Basic stuff I know, but the vast majority of folks under 40 do NOT have a clue how important water is to their lives; they simply treat it as 'a given' and ignore it! We need to educate these people as to just how wrong such a view is, and why the availability of water is so important in so many ways, especially for those folks wanting to NOT be dependent on public water systems that can do down from time to time, or become unreliable (Flint, MI, flooding from natural disasters, and yes, upcoming events such as terrorists poisoning the water supplies for cities).
I do apologize for this 'war and peace' comment, but seeing the quick comparative you did really hit a nerve in me, bringing back deeply felt memories of living with, and without, water, and the luxury of availability!
Well, I'm off to watch the rest of your video.......thank you again for all the hard work you two do in creating your VERY useful videos, which I see as valuable tutorials in so many avenues!
Keep on Truckin'!
what a nice job, Jeremy and this is a heavy duty wellhouse - you did like a pro in the end - a steep learning curve it seems....with an insulated roof: no worries in freezing times! And the water is looking perfect clear. I think that was a very good decision - how valuable is clean water to our life! Where I live I have ground water thats coming through granite too and it tastes great!
So glad you leveled the pressure tank. It was bugging me too.
Lol yeah it was annoying.
@@Guildbrookfarm I knew you would level it. It was just a matter of how long you could stand looking at it.
The correct answer is 2 weeks. 😂
Kept thinking of The Three Little Pigs and the Big Bad Wolf the whole time you were building that...lol... the Big Bad Wolf can huff and he can puff but he won't blow that down...nice job
Hopefully it will be “hurricane resistant”. 😉
that's what makes us all better, trial and error .. and a great way to learn ………… youre doing great and I love watching both of you on this journey …. !!!
The well water looks great compare to your other water source. Great and detail oriented job on the blocks !!!
You're doing a great job, man. I like your attention to detail. You don't do sloppy work.
You got some beautiful water from that well!
Yes! 👍🏻😊
so far I am very impressed. Also, I love how you pointed out how it is harder than youtube videos make it seem. Those little reminders are great.
Seriously impressed, Jeremy. Seriously! Your patience and attention for detail is why I usually wind up hiring someone to do these things (I'm admitting, not bragging). Curious for the roof now.
Me too. Guess I’ll be figuring that out as I go also. 😂
Looking real nice!
Nice work Jeremy, starting to look impressive! It's hard work but worth the effort. It'll pay off in the end!
Man it better!! 😳😂
Impressive, as always, Jeremy. ✌🏼
Right on Jeremy, darned fine piece of work in my humble opinion. Thanks for sharing.
Came for the pullets, stayed for the well house build. Nice job sir! :)
This is a very hard working. Not many young men like him in this world. Thank you for this video.
well isnt that a little well house fit enough for the three little piggies !!.. well done and thankyou for all your nuggets of info .
Thumbs up for "It's not as easy as it looks on RUclips." :-)
Nice work on laying the block..
Who needs a "pro" when they've got a Jeremy!👍
Like any other thing you do for the first time, it is a learning experience. Same with anyone else doing something,..and it does look like you are doing a solid job.
JOB WELL DONE KEEP GOIN
Great wrist work for someone that hasn’t done masonry work. You will get it quickly.
Good job! Thanks for showing the whole process of making the mortar to buttering the block, squaring and leveling, etc. Really appreciate it.
That was painful to watch brick laying must be so hard i just wanted to help great job looks fine and the water i want to drink it and i hate drinking water you know what fish use that stuff for i really enjoy watching your life coming together i think im not the only guy on the other side of the world who cheering you guys on eagley awaiting your next success
Great job thanks for sharing!
About time you built the block house around the well! I’ve been checking every day for some progress. You’ve got a nice setup there. It’s going to be really nice once its all done.
WOW! that a lot of work. got to shake your hand. good job
Excellent work. Thanks for the very informative videos!
best way to cut block is with a diamond blade on an angle grinder, you can't cut all the way through but the deeper, straight scoring lines ensure you get a clean break when you do hit it with the hammer and chisel.
Well done! Very relaxing watching you workin
I know a few masons. Every one of them is about 3/4's NUTS 😂😂😂 All that leveling and checking this that and the other eventually drives them into insanity I'm convinced 😂😂😂 Great job Jeremy but don't try it too often I'm warning you lol
Great job Jeremy! Looking forward to the next step video! Great tips for us weekend warrior DIYers.
Awe look at all those little babies! Adorable Good job Jeremy! you sure make it look easy; but as you said it is not.
Man that looks really good.
Just so you know the grooves are called key's nice work!
Yeah, H’s. 😂
Thanks for the lesson....I have learned that I need to score all four sides....this hasn't been lost on me, thanks!
Way to go. Looks like you learned very well. Can't wait to see the roof go on. Terrific! Thanks for sharing. Becky from Kansas City
We could definitely see the difference between the well water and spring water, happy for you guys to have such a good source. thanks for taking the time to explain about the corner blocks Vs the inside blocks I wouldn't have known that and appreciate that you don't think everyone does. I learn something every video 👍
Its hard work. I've only done it once 25 years ago and I've got a new project coming up I'll be doing it again. Thanks for sharing helped me remember a few things.
Love the water test. Just convinces me more that we humans need to spread out more and give Mother nature a chance to filter out all the crap we have put in our water supply.
Thank you, thank you, thank you! I needed a video just like this! I have property in the country that is wedged between two historic properties. I didn't want to throw up a wood shack. This block house will be perfect with some brick facing.
Glad it was helpful!
I was thinking about when I first started following your journey. It seems so long ago now when you were at your other home in another state. I realized this morning that you guys haven't been on the new property that long really. To have already accomplished what you have is amazing. I can imagine my husband and me trying to build a well house. I don't think we could. I mean maybe if we a had a year or two to do it teehee. It is nuts the enjoyment I get out of seeing your plans being met. I get excited for the whole family. It truly is a good life.
Great Job!
I could tell you were getting the hang of slingin that mortar around there at the end,...…..great job!
Thanks. By the time I figured it out, it was over. 😂
@@Guildbrookfarm Yeah, but its under your belt now, and future projects may morph into block. Ya never know... I used to enjoy watching my father work with his hands in various materials. I'll never need it, but learned about the 'secrets' of each side of the block and its use! Cool! Thanks! : )
I was wondering if it would be really cold. Bet you learned a great deal doing that job. I’m a wee bit jealous but I’m so happy for y’all getting back to nature. I’ve got To go back and watch your last video
RV supply stores have filters gizmoes you can put on the end of your hose that will clean the water up to 99% pure, they're about $25, but worth it. I'm sure Amazon has them too. Food grade hoses too! We use both for our food cart. Very "well" done!!!
Wow, good job🖒 I am impressed! ✌🇨🇱❤
I had no idea you'd never done this before, and I have absolute faith that you'll do a fantastic job Jeremy!! Um, Yes the difference in the water was glaringly obvious even on camera lol. You can drink straight from the hose and get better drinking water than the seep, unless the nasties in the new well are invisible (shudder). Great job J the builder! A lot of house building is boring, measure, measure, set a level, measure, measure, measure, rinse & repeat. Are you going for block foundations for the new house or can you use these screw piles that seem so popular now? Can you even have a basement with a screw pile foundation? This was a great little practice job but pouring a flat finished concrete floor is a highly skilled job, plus it needs fairly specific tools for 'muddling' the bubbles to the surface and smoothing the top finish, not to mention doing all that around ductwork & plumbing fixtures.
Lookin good so far. I always learn by doing also cuz nobody can teach me :D
You might consider laying in anchor bolts for a rough door frame of pressure treated 2x8, then fill the cores at the door opening with concrete. Also fill all cores with vermiculite.
Looks nice, when your done come over this way...we need a well house made of concrete.
PS...if you wet the block before applying the mortar it sticks better and doesn't crack as bad down the road.
I'm finally getting notifications from your channel.
enjoyed watching.. I have done block work and yours looks a lot better .. . grinning.
Totally notice the difference in water... Cool man
Once Again Thumbs Up; LOVE Your Channel & Store.
LOVE That Ur Doing It Debit Free.
Bluer-ish is my favorite color! You're not the only that was bugged by that leaning tank. I considered that it might be an optical illusion, that maybe the tank was actually straight and level, but you confirmed the lean. Saved me the trouble of driving down there with a level. :)
Was trying to figure out why you only scored the block on 3 sides, and credited you with knowing something I didn't. Then you... oops, CRACK! Blockhouse is going to look nice.
Awesome! It's a good feeling to learn a new skill and have it turn out great. 👍
Plasticiser keeps mortar workable longer, user washing up detergent or pee....... it works a treat. Hello from England, the old one not the new upstart.
Who knew! Thanks for tip
Youhave done a beautiful job now i know as a man beautiful say what!!!!! Lol but it really looks like a strong work
Looks good and the price is right!!! That water really looked clear made me thirsty.
Thanks Jeremy....great newbie..how to videos...looks great.
Looking good! Looks like you found your calling! LOL
NOOO!! 😣😂
Very informative film. Best luck on the outcome.
Awesome! Good Job
Man what beautiful looking clear water have you liked the taste of your wonderful water i am soooooooooo excited for you guys as i see your hard work take shape
Great job.
For future reference, it is imperative the footer be level, its easier and quicker then trying to level block after the fact. I would go up another block or 2 before roof, you will appreciate it if you ever have to do any major service on it.
Awe mazing
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Beautiful work!
Neat. It's a bit like hard work, eh?
I grew up doing this with and for friends parents and parents friends. It just was so in a rural community.
Little more lime and water in the future. The lime will help it stick more and it will be just a bit more creamy. Or should I say more of a paste. It looks good though.
The chicks look good. Keep us up to date on those cuties. Jeremy you are doing phenomenal on the well house. Glad the water looks so good. Happy Happy Happy!!!
That tank was bugging the hell out of me also !
It’s funny under ground water is either icy cold or warm depending on just how deep the well or bore in Australia most of our artisan bores are into thermal water so are warm but shallower on home bores are really col
For a few bucks you can get a masonry disc for you grinder.
Yeah but that’s a 90 minute round trip and I wasn’t that patient 😂
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Another great video. Your mason work is very good. It might have taken you awhile to get the block part done. But you did it right and solid so you should have no issues down the road. Cheers GBR.
It looks great. Awesome job!
"It's not as easy as it looks on RUclips" 🤣🤣🤣
Very Cool!