Hi Harriet! The key here is that you and Mauro have made a *choice*. So few of us actually do that, but instead assume that the way everyone does it is the only way. You've made it work in a most beautiful way that suits yourselves and serves the planet.
50 years ago now, my thesis in Architectural school was on How to design and build a self sustainable city. Your work to make a life full of living in harmony with your environment ,off grid ,peaks to my dreams so long ago. You put a long awaited smile on my face. I've lived long enough to see my dreams come true, at least on a scale of one growing family in Spain. Thanks! You two, soon to be three, are blessed.
Great informational video. I feel that you are helping a lot of people get the courage to try. I was thinking the folks who owned the land before you & Mauro would be so proud of how you two brought it back to life. Well done. A beautiful family farmstead, So proud for you two & proud of you too. Love, love, love this channel!!
Hi Harriet! I'm sure many people besides me would love to see your cooking recipes! Would you consider posting some? I'm still figuring out what to do with many vegetables!
In the mid-70s I lived off the grid in an old ghost copper mine town art commune/abandoned laundry on the Mexican border. LOL. "Solar" wasn't even a word then. Oh, so many things I see from then with what you're doing now. This is just so very intriguing and really, really interesting. We know you guys are smart, well-prepared, and able but it really was nice kind of peeking behind the curtain. Y'all are going to be just fine. LOL. Better than fine! Much ❤ and 👍and 🙌🙌🙌.
There should be mini wind turbines either on the market now or very soon. I have seen at least one that is "plug and play" meaning it's already set for household current, no converter/inverter needed, but that here in North America. You've got sufficient wind, so it's either possible now or likely very soon. A lot of people have LED light bulbs, far less power use. It's amazing how much things have changed. Enjoy your trip, eat, rest, dance, and have fun.
I love the way you show your choices, and I way you make things work for you. When I was in my early twenties I used to live in squatted buildings in Amsterdam. Mostly much more primitive than the average person. I loved choosing my own direction and sharing a livestyle with others. It shaped my life and the way I do things still, even 40 years later. Seeing what you do sparks something similar in me. That’s also why I really love making the little set of clothes for your baby. ❤
Your videos give me so much hope. We have just moved to a village in Hungary after spending most of our lives in the capital. It is what we dreamed of and still the struggles of reality sometimes make me question if we are able to do this or if we are cut out for something like this. Whenever I hear you talk, and see you do your chores, I get hopeful. 2 things I would love to learn more about: how are you able to grow such amazing salads and greens (mine never turn out) and how exactly the composting side of the toilet works (how long does it take until you can use the waste as compost). Wishing you the best and thank you for the videos!:)
Thank you! Hahha I would also love to know why lettuce seems to grow so well here. Maybe because we don't have many slugs/snails? The compost toilet always raises a lot of questions! Maybe I need a dedicated video. We compost our waste for 1 year, but ensuring it gets hot to kill microbes. A lot of sources recommended 3 years. There's a great book called Humanure all about it!
Great video good information helpful for anyone who wants to live off grid. I’ve had horses chooks rabbits etc growing up and the work that goes with that, it’s good to see the technical side and how big a garden needs to be sustainable. You’ve both done really well and deserve a pat on the back. Good to see your baby bump growing children are a beautiful gift ❤
So much thought and a carefully orchestrated network of technicalities go into making your rural life both possible and comfortable ! As you say, it is not devoid of stresses, but no life is. At least you are healthier and feel far more in control than the average person stuck in the grind of standard city life.
I have a five-year-old homestead, that I built myself. I now have a nice fruit orchard thanks to the information gleaned from you. You are the hardest-working woman I've ever seen. I live in the USA in Louisiana, just north of New Orleans about 68 miles. I love homesteading. Thanks for all the info.
Awesome video as always! Answers a lot of questions that people who are considering this way of life might have!! I hope you're enjoying your vacation! I can't wait to hear about Venice❤
Hi!! I’m studying English and live in Carcaixent, a town near Valencia. I like your channel very much because I think your proyect is very interesting. I have never live in a farm or out of the town, but I think your example is very necessary because I think some of your ideas could implement in towns, like gardening or solar panels. And live without a tv. My 6 years old daughter wants to live like you, with animals and nature all around. We all send you a hug.
It's amazing to see what you have both achieved in just a short time. You have shown great courage in trying out new skills , I've learnt a lot watching you build & grow food on your land & you should both be super proud ❤
For the gas, have you considered a biomethane harvester? It's a big plastic pouch, with water and cow manure, you put your biomass, it makes about 2-3h worth of cooking time with the methane it produces.
My wife and I always enjoy watching your videos. When I saw your solar set up, I think I saw a lot of extra white power cord in a coil on the wall leading from your panels to the controller. Not 100% sure that’s what it was but wondered if it is whether you’ve considered eliminating the extra length to reduce resistance and power loss. Thanks for sharing your farmstead with us!
A great video Harriet! I'm only months away from my beginning a similar journey so i really appreciate the information you've provided. Watching your and Mauro's journey is inspiring.
Ah this made some things for me a bit clearer, like with using solar panels on cloudy days, will probably not work that well, where I'm moving. I hope you keep visioning what kind of person, energy you would want when it's time for delivery 🙏 I prayed that you'll get in contact & get someone who's just right ❤🍀🐞
Harriet, you and Mauro will have a lovely life on your farm. It’s a process, but that is what life is all about. You both will evolve into more stability as your life continues. A family will change some dynamics, but it’s what you both have chosen for your journey. ❣️
You two have the set up for the necessary life's basic needs! WOW! A lot of good information, which I am sure a lot of people appreciate the input.......all part of off-grid living. Thank You for Sharing 💚💛💗
Thanks for this video! It was not only interesting - it was also educational, and something that helped plenty of us understand your situation better. Keep up the good work! 👏
Once again another inspiring video, especially for those who are looking for a tangible and alternative way of life. Hope your trip to Italy has been great fun and take care until the next installment. 😘
Hi guys, I love watching you as it feels like we are on a similar journey our haven is only quarter of an acre but it's our slice of paradise.We love "simple"life that feels much ritcher to us than living in any other way. Self sufficiency is just a great adventure. We hope we be able to watch your life as long as you are happy to share it. You giving us a lot of " yes, Harriet did if this way" ,moments and I thank you for them. The only thing I wish to have but can't is a donkey. 😉Love from Chester
Un trabajo muy bueno. Sobretodo la presentación de los gastos de vivir y mantener la finca. Lo cual enseña que lo que hacéis es viable y mucha gente puede hacerlo. Gracias por mostrar vuestro hogar.
Hello guy's. Have you thought of rain gutter on your roof to collecting rainwater? I think any form of water collection is needed for the future to help having as much water as possible as you never can have to much so multiple different forms of water sources is my thought....
Can recommend Starlink instead of Eurona. We made the switch a few months ago. It's 65EUR/month but the internet is really fast and reliable (also in weekends) and there is no annoying 1 sec delay due to slow pings
Yeah we'd like to switch when our contract is up. The installation was super expensive when we were originally looking but it's come down a lot in price now!
A potential source for AGM batteries would be a diesel parts store. More batteries would mean a greater buffer for power usage. Also, LiFePO batteries are more expensive, but a better middle ground between Li-Ion and Lead Acid batteries. Don’t be afraid to use the 2 together
In terms of pumping the water without using electricity, have you ever heard of a hydraulic ram pump? It’s 100% mechanical and you wouldn’t have to waste any water to do it. My first thought was that maybe you could utilize the falling water for hydroelectric power, but I’m not certain your flow is enough
@@stephencrowther524 hydraulic ram pumps don’t move 100% of the water that moves through them, more like 10%. They require a high volume water source to work efficiently. That’s exactly the opposite to what we have, we have a weak and constant flow. I haven’t calculated the numbers but I can say for sure it wouldn’t work for us, sadly.
I was at an off grid settlement in Spain last week. Unfortunately....as with so many other off-grid communities they aren't really off grid. For instance, they used gas cannisters....so they need to grid to fill up the cannisters and then yes...they're off grid...but they depend on the grid all the same.
off-grid just means a building or situation which is not connected to mains grid services. It doesn't mean rejecting all modern conveniences, refusing to use roads etc, eat food cooked in restaurants using grid services etc etc.
@@LittleSpanishFarmstead No I understand that. I think you misunderstood. I can have gas hooked up to my home and I am on-grid. I can use gas containers and they call this “off-grid”. This isn’t off-grid though because you have filled up the gas containers from the grid for a very short time and then some people falsely claim this is “off-grid” when they use it. It isn’t though….you’ve just stored on grid gas into a container. To be honest….the same goes for solar panels.
So interesting :) Have you considered insuring the property? Something we’re mindful of/thinking about as we’re in the early stages of renovations & not living full-time in our house (aka a little worried about floods!)
In my previous comment about your idea of putting a water source on top of the hill and pumping the water up there, I would prefer myself a pressure tank added to exactly what you already have and everything would be great and solve your issue very simple and cheaper not having to add all the water storage and pipes up the hill. Also as you point out if the plastic pipes are not buried, the water would be to hot to bear when it came thru the pipes at the heat of the day.
Yes we're thinking of this option too, but we still need water up the hill to store a large amount for irrigation purposes. So would have to be 2 separate systems. Not sure if it's better to maintain 2 systems or just the 1, but it's a good idea.
I love your place. I live in mallorca, it's super expensive.. how much do you think I could buy something like this for in mainland Spain? I lived on a sailboat for 4 years so I'm quite used to roughing it
You could actually put in a pressure tank and you could have say 30 or 40 gallons without the pump needing to start and you would have plenty of pressure. Also by putting a water tank up on the hill for pressure, you would still need pressure for the hot water, I am thinkng
I wouldn't get a 100% solar one. Having the option to charge it with USB is key for us. They are good, practical, light. We don't have a recommended model, but (in Europe) I would buy one from Decathlon.
4 lifepo4 100ah batteries are a good investment for your system... You can use them for years and use 95% of the energy that is stored. Saves you many head aches. And plenty of power for days. Agm is just not ideal for off grid use.
Hi. Ihr habt das so super gelöst !! Das aufgewickelte weisse Kabel an der Wand, ist das von der Solaranlage ? Ich dachte Strom reduziert sich oder geht über lange Stromleitungen verloren... ? Das Loch in der Wand hätte der Elektriker aber zumachen können... Habt ihr jetzt noch mehr Land gekauft ?? 70 € im Monat ist natürlich nicht viel, ...wenn man das Geld im Monat hat. Wieviel verdient ihr denn mit den RUclips Filmen, wenn ich fragen darf .. mein Sohn sagte mit ab 1000 Abonnenten gibt es 1 - 5 € / 1000 Klicks. Das Küchenfenster würde ich nicht verkleinern, ... wenn du in der Küche stehst und der Nachwuchs läuft draussen herum wirst du froh sein ihn im Blick zu haben.. Macht ihr eure Wasersammelbecken noch Kindersicher ?? Grüße aus Oberfranken 🍀🌞👋 ihr macht das super und Harriet ist eine "super women"
There is this channel that I started watching in 2020. She 100 percent cooks and preserves over a fire. You could get some awesome ideas for your setup from watching that channel. It is basically Old World but at the top of efficiency for off-grid. IT is also ASMR lol. The animals are precious. But many many many off-grid ideas. www.youtube.com/@country_life_vlog/videos
wow, this is really low life costs. i love to do such calculations, so thank you for showing your costs... not many people do that, and when i see people doing permaculture stuff i often wonder how much money one has to afford to live that way. don't you have to have a health insurance?
you should try a "Ram Pump" , its a really useful and is gravity fed so no need for electric pumps. many useful videos on youtube on how to build and use .
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Hi Harriet! The key here is that you and Mauro have made a *choice*. So few of us actually do that, but instead assume that the way everyone does it is the only way. You've made it work in a most beautiful way that suits yourselves and serves the planet.
Wise words Gina, I always love reading your comments 😊
50 years ago now, my thesis in Architectural school was on How to design and build a self sustainable city. Your work to make a life full of living in harmony with your environment ,off grid ,peaks to my dreams so long ago. You put a long awaited smile on my face. I've lived long enough to see my dreams come true, at least on a scale of one growing family in Spain. Thanks! You two, soon to be three, are blessed.
Make your own supper, honey. Harriet, Mauro and Peanut just posted...
This so sweet. They draw a crowd.
Great informational video. I feel that you are helping a lot of people get the courage to try. I was thinking the folks who owned the land before you & Mauro would be so proud of how you two brought it back to life. Well done. A beautiful family farmstead, So proud for you two & proud of you too. Love, love, love this channel!!
I hope so! Thank you 💜
Hi Harriet! I'm sure many people besides me would love to see your cooking recipes! Would you consider posting some? I'm still figuring out what to do with many vegetables!
I'm not great at following or devising recipes but I like to show what kind of stuff I make sometimes 🙂
You’ve created a real slice of heaven on your homestead. Thank you for the tour of your paradise.
If your property is typical windy, you could use a windmill for either pumping, or for power generation
Wind turbines don't give much power compared to solar panels price/performance wise
In the mid-70s I lived off the grid in an old ghost copper mine town art commune/abandoned laundry on the Mexican border. LOL. "Solar" wasn't even a word then. Oh, so many things I see from then with what you're doing now.
This is just so very intriguing and really, really interesting. We know you guys are smart, well-prepared, and able but it really was nice kind of peeking behind the curtain. Y'all are going to be just fine. LOL. Better than fine! Much ❤ and 👍and 🙌🙌🙌.
There should be mini wind turbines either on the market now or very soon. I have seen at least one that is "plug and play" meaning it's already set for household current, no converter/inverter needed, but that here in North America. You've got sufficient wind, so it's either possible now or likely very soon.
A lot of people have LED light bulbs, far less power use. It's amazing how much things have changed.
Enjoy your trip, eat, rest, dance, and have fun.
I love the way you show your choices, and I way you make things work for you. When I was in my early twenties I used to live in squatted buildings in Amsterdam. Mostly much more primitive than the average person. I loved choosing my own direction and sharing a livestyle with others. It shaped my life and the way I do things still, even 40 years later. Seeing what you do sparks something similar in me. That’s also why I really love making the little set of clothes for your baby. ❤
Your videos give me so much hope. We have just moved to a village in Hungary after spending most of our lives in the capital. It is what we dreamed of and still the struggles of reality sometimes make me question if we are able to do this or if we are cut out for something like this. Whenever I hear you talk, and see you do your chores, I get hopeful. 2 things I would love to learn more about: how are you able to grow such amazing salads and greens (mine never turn out) and how exactly the composting side of the toilet works (how long does it take until you can use the waste as compost). Wishing you the best and thank you for the videos!:)
Thank you! Hahha I would also love to know why lettuce seems to grow so well here. Maybe because we don't have many slugs/snails?
The compost toilet always raises a lot of questions! Maybe I need a dedicated video. We compost our waste for 1 year, but ensuring it gets hot to kill microbes. A lot of sources recommended 3 years. There's a great book called Humanure all about it!
@@LittleSpanishFarmstead thank you! I since planted a new set of lettuce (with new hope :D ) and I will look into Humanure as well
@@fanniszabo3457 Sorry it's the Humanure Handbook, to be more precise, wasn't thinking straight when I sent the first message :)
Bonjour je suis du maroc j'ai 60 ans j'aime bien tes video et ce que tu fait ❤ boncourage et bienvenus si tu vieane A Marrakech
Great video good information helpful for anyone who wants to live off grid. I’ve had horses chooks rabbits etc growing up and the work that goes with that, it’s good to see the technical side and how big a garden needs to be sustainable. You’ve both done really well and deserve a pat on the back. Good to see your baby bump growing children are a beautiful gift ❤
So much thought and a carefully orchestrated network of technicalities go into making your rural life both possible and comfortable !
As you say, it is not devoid of stresses, but no life is. At least you are healthier and feel far more in control than the average person stuck in the grind of standard city life.
I have a five-year-old homestead, that I built myself. I now have a nice fruit orchard thanks to the information gleaned from you. You are the hardest-working woman I've ever seen. I live in the USA in Louisiana, just north of New Orleans about 68 miles. I love homesteading. Thanks for all the info.
gracias por dedicar interés y tiempo en cuidar de nuestra casa común: el planeta
8:59 "Green Energy" right there in its finest...
Very well explained. Thank you!
Awesome video as always! Answers a lot of questions that people who are considering this way of life might have!! I hope you're enjoying your vacation! I can't wait to hear about Venice❤
Hi!! I’m studying English and live in Carcaixent, a town near Valencia. I like your channel very much because I think your proyect is very interesting. I have never live in a farm or out of the town, but I think your example is very necessary because I think some of your ideas could implement in towns, like gardening or solar panels. And live without a tv. My 6 years old daughter wants to live like you, with animals and nature all around. We all send you a hug.
It's amazing to see what you have both achieved in just a short time. You have shown great courage in trying out new skills , I've learnt a lot watching you build & grow food on your land & you should both be super proud ❤
For the gas, have you considered a biomethane harvester? It's a big plastic pouch, with water and cow manure, you put your biomass, it makes about 2-3h worth of cooking time with the methane it produces.
Nicely structured video covering all the key points, thanks
Hello Harriet thank you for all these valuable and varied info about different sources and uses of energy really enjoyed it .
My wife and I always enjoy watching your videos. When I saw your solar set up, I think I saw a lot of extra white power cord in a coil on the wall leading from your panels to the controller. Not 100% sure that’s what it was but wondered if it is whether you’ve considered eliminating the extra length to reduce resistance and power loss. Thanks for sharing your farmstead with us!
Thanks! Ah that is from the satellite dish actually. The told us it cannot be cut. I'm not sure why, or why there's so much of it, kind of annoying!
A great video Harriet! I'm only months away from my beginning a similar journey so i really appreciate the information you've provided. Watching your and Mauro's journey is inspiring.
This was such a unique video in this off grid home genres..😊
27:30 min great idea get off gas, we did it and we so pleased that we did
Ah this made some things for me a bit clearer, like with using solar panels on cloudy days, will probably not work that well, where I'm moving. I hope you keep visioning what kind of person, energy you would want when it's time for delivery 🙏 I prayed that you'll get in contact & get someone who's just right ❤🍀🐞
It is wonderful to see the quality of your work, you complement Mauro mechanical abilities
Harriet, you and Mauro will have a lovely life on your farm. It’s a process, but that is what life is all about. You both will evolve into more stability as your life continues. A family will change some dynamics, but it’s what you both have chosen for your journey. ❣️
You two have the set up for the necessary life's basic needs! WOW! A lot of good information, which I am sure a lot of people appreciate the input.......all part of off-grid living. Thank You for Sharing 💚💛💗
Thanks for this video!
It was not only interesting - it was also educational, and something that helped plenty of us understand your situation better.
Keep up the good work! 👏
Lovely to see you are getting everything to work together and things are only going to get better.
As Ever, an extremely interesting & informative video. THANK YOU.
Wow you guys worked hard to get this far do enjoy
From my soon to 6year old that loves your videos and watches them every night: ❤🎉😍🎉🎂🥸🤰👼🤙🧡🧡
💗Looking forward to this one.
Being thoughtful of how you live and use resources, well done🎉❤
Once again another inspiring video, especially for those who are looking for a tangible and alternative way of life. Hope your trip to Italy has been great fun and take care until the next installment. 😘
I very much enjoyed this video!
Very informative video. Your life is unique and obviously brings challenges but also joy. Many blessings from Canada 🇨🇦
Hi guys, I love watching you as it feels like we are on a similar journey our haven is only quarter of an acre but it's our slice of paradise.We love "simple"life that feels much ritcher to us than living in any other way. Self sufficiency is just a great adventure. We hope we be able to watch your life as long as you are happy to share it. You giving us a lot of " yes, Harriet did if this way" ,moments and I thank you for them. The only thing I wish to have but can't is a donkey. 😉Love from Chester
Very informative. Thank you 🙏🏻
My fiance and I love your content!!! Keep on with the good work and good luck for you and Mauro with your chosen homestead!!
Harriet you and Mauro are an inspiration x
Thanks for your vid 😇💟💟💟 Love and bless you guys.
Great video Harriet. It answered a lot of questions about your homestead.
Un trabajo muy bueno. Sobretodo la presentación de los gastos de vivir y mantener la finca. Lo cual enseña que lo que hacéis es viable y mucha gente puede hacerlo. Gracias por mostrar vuestro hogar.
This was wonderful. Incredibly helpful. Thank you.
Very nice job on this video. Thank you for your efforts!
Hello guy's. Have you thought of rain gutter on your roof to collecting rainwater? I think any form of water collection is needed for the future to help having as much water as possible as you never can have to much so multiple different forms of water sources is my thought....
We have a bit of guttering which we want to extend, it's not our #1 priority but it'd be nice to do. Always better to have more backup options!
@@LittleSpanishFarmstead one after another, you'll get there! As long you got reliable source. 🙏💕
Can recommend Starlink instead of Eurona. We made the switch a few months ago. It's 65EUR/month but the internet is really fast and reliable (also in weekends) and there is no annoying 1 sec delay due to slow pings
Yeah we'd like to switch when our contract is up. The installation was super expensive when we were originally looking but it's come down a lot in price now!
A potential source for AGM batteries would be a diesel parts store. More batteries would mean a greater buffer for power usage. Also, LiFePO batteries are more expensive, but a better middle ground between Li-Ion and Lead Acid batteries. Don’t be afraid to use the 2 together
You two work so hard at living an eco lifestyle. Well done I am in awe of all that you do. X
I wouldn't say we work harder than people on the grid. We can actually work less because we don't need as much money to live, so it balances out.
Thank you so much for sharing, very interesting and informative. :)
In terms of pumping the water without using electricity, have you ever heard of a hydraulic ram pump? It’s 100% mechanical and you wouldn’t have to waste any water to do it. My first thought was that maybe you could utilize the falling water for hydroelectric power, but I’m not certain your flow is enough
Yes we know about them but we can't afford the loss in flow to achieve the height lift we are looking for, in this situation
@@LittleSpanishFarmstead I struggle to make sense of that statement.
@@stephencrowther524 hydraulic ram pumps don’t move 100% of the water that moves through them, more like 10%. They require a high volume water source to work efficiently. That’s exactly the opposite to what we have, we have a weak and constant flow. I haven’t calculated the numbers but I can say for sure it wouldn’t work for us, sadly.
Fantastic video, thank you.
Gracias por la completa información de su sistema energético y del agua. Tienen todo cubierto gracias su dedicado esfuerzo. Felicitaciones ❤😊
I was at an off grid settlement in Spain last week. Unfortunately....as with so many other off-grid communities they aren't really off grid. For instance, they used gas cannisters....so they need to grid to fill up the cannisters and then yes...they're off grid...but they depend on the grid all the same.
off-grid just means a building or situation which is not connected to mains grid services. It doesn't mean rejecting all modern conveniences, refusing to use roads etc, eat food cooked in restaurants using grid services etc etc.
@@LittleSpanishFarmstead No I understand that. I think you misunderstood. I can have gas hooked up to my home and I am on-grid. I can use gas containers and they call this “off-grid”. This isn’t off-grid though because you have filled up the gas containers from the grid for a very short time and then some people falsely claim this is “off-grid” when they use it. It isn’t though….you’ve just stored on grid gas into a container.
To be honest….the same goes for solar panels.
You could look into cooking on induction.
I don't know iff you are into birds, but..
I think I hear a goldfinch and a gray flycatcher with you. Nice!
Yes that's a good point, during many hours of the day we could run an induction hob.
Wow ! Great video Harriet. Congrats for all your hard work in putting this together, go and drink some wine now. X
So interesting :) Have you considered insuring the property? Something we’re mindful of/thinking about as we’re in the early stages of renovations & not living full-time in our house (aka a little worried about floods!)
Great video thank you
In my previous comment about your idea of putting a water source on top of the hill and pumping the water up there, I would prefer myself a pressure tank added to exactly what you already have and everything would be great and solve your issue very simple and cheaper not having to add all the water storage and pipes up the hill. Also as you point out if the plastic pipes are not buried, the water would be to hot to bear when it came thru the pipes at the heat of the day.
Yes we're thinking of this option too, but we still need water up the hill to store a large amount for irrigation purposes. So would have to be 2 separate systems. Not sure if it's better to maintain 2 systems or just the 1, but it's a good idea.
Great video! Thanks for the details. I am interested in the internet connection options that are available for off grid with remote working living
Starlink is also a great option. Slightly more expensive.
Thank you
This was so well done, than you.
I love your place. I live in mallorca, it's super expensive.. how much do you think I could buy something like this for in mainland Spain?
I lived on a sailboat for 4 years so I'm quite used to roughing it
Your both amazing! Can we see finished kitchen sometime?
Of course! When it's finished 😂
You could actually put in a pressure tank and you could have say 30 or 40 gallons without the pump needing to start and you would have plenty of pressure. Also by putting a water tank up on the hill for pressure, you would still need pressure for the hot water, I am thinkng
Can you filter the water that comes from the pipe to use for drinking. Have you though about purchasing the abandoned property next to yours.
Yeah we could but it's so easy to collect water from the spring on the way past in the car, it doesn't seem worth it
27:52 what about starlink?
we would like to switch to starlink when our current contract runs out. More expensive but probs worth it for the better upload speed.
The solar lamps are they any good? Would you recommend them? I am camping often and looking for some good recommendations thanks a lot
I wouldn't get a 100% solar one. Having the option to charge it with USB is key for us. They are good, practical, light. We don't have a recommended model, but (in Europe) I would buy one from Decathlon.
Some of them are. Most have a usb port too which in reality I use more than the solar function to charge them
Harriet, that was a great and very informative and well thought out, thank you ❤
How do you keep mosquitoes under control with all those open water tanks? Fish? Spray chemicals on the water?
Fish eat the larvae
😮❤ ⚡✨ ac/dc 🌼🔌 off grid
Loved the video! How do you wash your clothes?
Thanks! Currently we go to a laundrette about once a month and do small hand washes in between if necessary
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4 lifepo4 100ah batteries are a good investment for your system...
You can use them for years and use 95% of the energy that is stored.
Saves you many head aches. And plenty of power for days.
Agm is just not ideal for off grid use.
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Hi. Ihr habt das so super gelöst !!
Das aufgewickelte weisse Kabel an der Wand, ist das von der Solaranlage ?
Ich dachte Strom reduziert sich oder geht über lange Stromleitungen verloren... ?
Das Loch in der Wand hätte der Elektriker aber zumachen können...
Habt ihr jetzt noch mehr Land gekauft ??
70 € im Monat ist natürlich nicht viel, ...wenn man das Geld im Monat hat.
Wieviel verdient ihr denn mit den RUclips Filmen, wenn ich fragen darf .. mein Sohn sagte mit ab 1000 Abonnenten gibt es 1 - 5 € / 1000 Klicks.
Das Küchenfenster würde ich nicht verkleinern, ... wenn du in der Küche stehst und der Nachwuchs läuft draussen herum wirst du froh sein ihn im Blick zu haben..
Macht ihr eure Wasersammelbecken noch Kindersicher ??
Grüße aus Oberfranken 🍀🌞👋 ihr macht das super und Harriet ist eine "super women"
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There is this channel that I started watching in 2020. She 100 percent cooks and preserves over a fire. You could get some awesome ideas for your setup from watching that channel. It is basically Old World but at the top of efficiency for off-grid. IT is also ASMR lol. The animals are precious. But many many many off-grid ideas. www.youtube.com/@country_life_vlog/videos
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wow, this is really low life costs. i love to do such calculations, so thank you for showing your costs... not many people do that, and when i see people doing permaculture stuff i often wonder how much money one has to afford to live that way.
don't you have to have a health insurance?
Lol why? It's not the USA lol
Yeah, health care is public in Spain, we pay for it with our taxes every month.
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Hello are you back from Italy when are you having your baby
you should try a "Ram Pump" , its a really useful and is gravity fed so no need for electric pumps. many useful videos on youtube on how to build and use .
I know about them but it's not a good solution in our case as we cant afford to sacrifice the flow necessary to get the lift needed
@@LittleSpanishFarmstead thats such a shame it wont work for you.
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