How We're Getting Drinkable Rainwater OFF GRID!
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In this episode, we finish plumbing the batch water heater and the entire pump house. We also show you how we will be getting clean, safe, drinkable rainwater off grid. Time to get power to the pump house!
I love the quality workmanship.
How did you ever learn how to do so many different trades ?
You guys are amazing.
Can learn it all online, then apply some competency
There ought to be a motion picture award category for RUclips original content like this. And it will be a travesty if your content didnt win or at least nominated for authenticity and originality of content. Your chemistry, video editing and the sound track!!! Is all off the chain.
Plumber here. love the setup, however I would suggest a few things additionally; you’re gonna want a one way valve on the hot line where it tee’s off from the cold, that’ll keep it from thermally circulating into your cold water if you go without running a tap for a while. Also you’ll want to add an expansion tank in the line going to the water heater (they’re small tanks that look kinda like a propane tank) and that’ll save some wear and tear on the system as the tank heats and cool during the day/night. Other than that, looks good!
This might be in the comments somewhere already: careful with that UV light. It is only effective up to a specified flow rate. Faster than its rated flow and it won't kill all the bugs.
I just LOVE Bear! He's such a good dog. You can tell he loves his mom & dad, so he's gonna be a great, doggie brother to your little one!
Great teamwork, great episode you 2. Waiting on the next one!
Hey guys, love the channel. I see a ~6" galvanized nipple on the top of the solar batch water heater. Over time, those will rust and pollute the water. You might consider replacing that with a brass nipple, instead. Just a thought... Keep up the great work!
Bear has got to be the happiest dog alive and the most "I love my people" kind of dog! I really enjoy your channel and what you do. Thanx for sharing!
and I always worry about him when he goes swimming in the Moccasin infested pond. Well, that and the Copperheads that lurk in the brush. He's too cool to be lost that way. . .
ur right!!!!! this a DOG channel *kkkkk
The 1st Rule of Plumbing states every project requires at least 3 trips to hardware store, similar to the Rule of Carpentry & the Masonry Corollary.
boilerhonkiedude boilerhonkiedude Haha, I’ve always said, “A project isn’t a project unless I’ve made at least three trips to the hardware store”
When you guys finally complete the build, after a well deserved break, you should offer your services as Consultants on Off Grid Living.. .
Phil Melson or write a cheat code book 📖. Lol. The Resourse of knowledge that he have found.
Phil Melson I agree.
Heck yah! i second that👍
I wish to live like this one day, sucks being dependent on the cities systems that IMO are very poorly maintained!
Ya wanna know what I hate about your videos? The end... knowing I'll have to wait a week for another episode.
I love what you're doing. Keep up the great work guys.
Peter Morris
Was just thinking the same thing.
Yep, I wish these were 1 hour episodes. But I guess the fact that we always want more means they are doing it right.
Peter Morris me too😂😂😂a whole week
I started a year in. I went back and binge watched the whole process in a few day. It’s like Netflix waiting for the next season now. 😲 😀
You too are an amazing team. It's great to see a couple work so well together. Proverbs 31:10 "Who can find a capable* wife?j
Her value is far more than that of corals." jw.org
Great job. Good practice is to silicone around the drilled out holes where the poly pipe goes through. Prevents the pipes vibrating and wear through the plastic. Stop it from splitting. 👍🇦🇺
Nah, silicon is much too brittle. Use silicone.
Manolis Gledsodakis fixed
At the end of the video, I don't know what the special occasion was , but Mackenzie was looking gorgeous! Lucky man Spencer!
At 2:18 Bear is like "Ah cool, I get to lie in the dirt and chill with dad.... this is the best day EVER!!" 😁
JD Woodwork I was thinking that same exact thing it was so sweet!
Good job, you should have clean and safe drinking water for years to come.😉
Bear makes me laugh out load! What a character!
load? lmao
I simply LOVE😍 !!! the pump house plumbing install. I know some PRO's that can learn from this video. I CAN NOT stand a messy fitting install and I only do irrigation repair 😂 It is very well put together and placed . I would have to put a glass door on the pump house so people could admire it when they walked by 😂🥰 As always thanks for sharing 👍
Most plumbing jobs are more driving to the store than plumbing.
That's the truth.
I'm chicken, I call a plumber!
Simply buy 5x everything u might need and then when done take the rest back
How many gallons per minute is your UV light?
Dito, buy extra and take the rest back, or take multiple trips to the store like I usually end up doing. Arggghh!
Are you able to post some of the materials in the description when you do the videos?
Hey guy's this is the best Pump House I ever seen it's so awesome good job :)
This was my first time seeing your videos. It was very interesting. Is your home a Tiny House made from train cars ? Would love to see the inside !!! Or have you down that already ? Well I enjoyed the video. God bless & Be Safe 👍 😊
Awesome you guys. Looking really good. Have an amazing weekend, Andreas from Off Grid Sweden 🇸🇪
Hello and greetings from southern Spain. So look forward to your updates and cannot wait to see your home coming together..... Your baby is going to be blessed with you both as parents.....
Bear-Bear is such a happy guy! Love him. Great watching your progress.
When I first started watching, I thought the little shack was an outhouse LOL
UV light is bad for all plastic- it's the aspect of natural sunlight that damages exposed pipe. Covering it was a wise investment in not doing it over!
Spenser a quick tip re. the UV tubes.
Get yourself a spare to keep for when you have to replace that one in about a years time or, heaven forbid, you break that one.
That would be a real bummer to be without good water and having to boil all drinking water while waiting for a replacement to arrive.
That statement is so far wrong. Your pex piping (polyethylene) is 100% UV resistant. Over time when exposed to UV it will develop a chalky exterior which will not affect the integrity of the piping in any way as it will just be the exterior of the pipe. PVC pressure piping is affected by UV but even then there are now brands available that UV doesn't affect like pool piping. Generally there isn't a need for PVC pressure pipe to be UV resistant as it is all laid under ground/under slab. Your PVC SWV (soil waste and vent) piping as well as sewer piping these days is all 100% UV resistant. People paint SWV but that's for aesthetics only.
@@tbonemc2118 you obviously know what you are talking about, a question for you. You say that the uv will only effect the outer layer, but I would assume that would be true if the uv source (usually the sun) was external. In their case the source of the uv is internal to the pipe, so the inside layer would be effected. I assume this would be why the manufacturer would recommend stainless flexible hose on the connections, so the pex inner wall isn't exposed to direct uv.
@@tbonemc2118 All of this was said about Qest also. I made a tremendous amount of money replacing Qest piping and fittings in residences and apartment houses. The water itself turned out to be the "enemy" and insufficient time on very few research programs had been done before it's entry and use. Most of the "claims" for Qest's good features were found to come from manufacturers. I'm retired now, but still "check in" with some of my vendors, many who have become friends as well as business associates; several, who are selling PEX are still waiting for letters of indemnification- letters from mfgs that absolve the vendors if "something goes wrong". FWIW, I still see PVC stored outside "heat distressed"- dull and dry looking on the sun exposed parts; the dull and dry can well mean the esters have been leached out of the pipe- the esters which give PVC pipe flexibility. It's interesting that PEX gets a "chalky" layer after continued exposure- "chalky" would also describe what is happening to PVC. the Grey PVC used by electricians was supposed to be UV resistant from it's intro; it is not. I am willing to listen, but I need to see some long term research from the several State Universities that do have construction engineering and building programs; the Big Chem co.'s word is simply not enough- I didn't have "customers", I built client relationships, and putting any product into a client's home is something I never did- a couple of ex employees found out the hard way that I meant that. FR
Are you going to insulate the pump house or use a space heater when it gets below 26°F? I cover up and use the old incandescent 60W bulbs here in North Florida.
Please!!!!!!!
Update on the house and the BABY.
Hi, parents-to-be! I’m curious since there is no insulation in the walls of the pump house if you’re going to install some type of heater in there for those really cold nights that tend to burst pipes in some winters. Sure would be a shame for all those fittings to have to be fixed. Been there, done that. Maybe install a high wattage light bulb and seal up any air holes (ahem, moon slot in the door.)
Love your channel so much. Thanks for sharing your life with us.
They're already parenting.
yeah, just wait until you start wiring. there will be a lot of trips to the store for some 30 cent connector. buy in bulk if you can. wiring just takes time, be patient. peace guys.
Doug IS an electrician!
Guys you are really interesting to know I will say you will be the top you tuber in comming years god bless and ur kid our prayers for u always
Just an interesting series of builds from the initial layout of the concrete footings up to now..., well done young folks!
You two are just supper. I love when papa donkey comes to visit. The inter action between him and bear is so funny. Oh and hold your hand out flat when you feed him . That way he won't bite your fingers by acdent . Thanks for sharing.
Cute and confusingly interesting! But for now, boil the water and let's get back to finishing up the house!! Been waiting for 3 months now, I think. 🤔😚 Baby will be here before you know it. 🐌...🎉
i have to agree they should be getting the house done ,well at least the babys room
@@grahamefreestone5309 Well, they've been working on this water treatment system for three months now and it's still not finished. The water lines won't run throughout the whole house or in the ceiling. OK, perhaps a pipe or two vented to the roof, but can't they work on the side of the house not affected by plumbing? JS 😁This is interesting but not as intriguing to me as the finished house with the baby's room. 🤗😋
You scared the living daylights out of my wife, at the end of the last video, she physically came up off the chair a couple inches. McKenzie you have a great sense of humor.
You are darling, he's lucky, the baby is blessed. Love your shows!!!!
I'm happy for you that everything is coming together the way y'all have planned and want it. Please keep the updated coming. Love you guys.
Just reiterating what a previous person said, you guys ought to buy extra electrical stuff when continuing with your electrical installations inside of your home. Love you guys and have been following your progressions with your homestead since almost day one and they are not soon enough for me but love your videos and will continue to watch them with great anticipation. Thanks John Hafenecker aka Haffy
The most beautiful couple I've ever seen.
God bless you and bring you together and make you happy
Your beloved from Kuwait
Mr.jarrah
My OCD will always know that under the covering the blue pipe is RED. Great job you guys, enjoyed every episode.
I choose to believe they painted it blue before they covered it. I'll sleep better at night that way 😂
@@MichelleL98 Nice idea it might help...but its still red under the blue paint 😂
A length of blue electrical tape wrapped around the pipe in a spot to “mark it” might scratch that ocd itch
It's CDO because the letters have to be in alphabetical order...
Its when playing with electric and you find in a cavity somehow the wires changes from Red to Black or visa versa, ouch
The three "Ns" of plumbing:
Never Nuff Nineties
Loving the series, keep op the good work, salutations from the UK.
Nice job Hannah! Background vocals and all. You guys where killin it! Recording is good too! Is that your work Rabea? I don't know the original song but I'll bet it isn't as good as your version!
Why would anyone give you a thumbs down? 🤔🤔 That's just not right!
Prolly that bible thumper posting replies.
Alysia Renteria I said the same thing,,,,,why?
People that do not have the talent or ambition to create something try to criticize people that do.
Kind of sad that there are so many negative people in the world trying to bring others down .
Instead they could use their time more productively and make a positive contribution to the world.
Was wondering the same thing! They are awesome!
Those are from Spencer's old girlfriends, jealous he's happy with Mackenzie.
Draw out the run you wanna make with measurements and fittings. Then go over your drawing, count everything and use different color highlighters for fittings. Example; 90's are "orange",, Tee's are "green", so on and so forth. Count each color on your drawing and MAKE a LIST With a piece of paper and pencil of materials that yall need before going to town. Take the list and pencil with you to the hardware store and check off when loaded onto or into the basket to purchase... that will help yall eliminate extra trips to town. Just sayin...
I totally understand when she said you need to brush up on your electricity :)
Well, it's all coming together. Cold weather will allow for inside work. Getting there. Water and power are huge accomplishments.
That bump is a beautiful thing 🤗
God bless you all 4.
She’s cute without her hat 🧢
Yes she is brown eyes n auburn hair pretty
red headed stepchild why?
AAAWWW I wuv your wittle doggo. He's so happiness. (And I love your hair) Muches love from rural Fukuoka Kyushu. 🎌
Can't get enough Bear! Always love seeing Donkey.
Bear is tired of donkey getting fed treats. Bear tries to intercept donkey and any other animal from getting "HIS WELL EARNED TREATS." 🤣🤣
Another HINT: with sharpie marker write the date of purchase on your water pump and the proper pressure. Check pressure twice a year.
Ronda Kelly I would of added a few pressure gauges and a couple more isolation valves. Oh and if you’re a plumber I wanna Marry you.
😂 almost strange seeing her without that hat
Dat thumbnail bait
You both are amazing! Truly impressed with all you have accomplished so far.
You are doing well with the house when are you doing work in side the house
Hi, Spencer, I've been watching you from the beginning I feel you are doing a great job. there is a little something I would like to share with you I see you had your check valve at the pump at first, where you move it to is still a bit to high if the water in your storage tank fall lower then where it is your pump can lose its prime. it should be as close to the ground or floor as possible,. that would stop the water in the line from back tracking when your storage tank water get low.
Your little pump house has turned out to be wonderfully organized and pretty. Great job.
your knowledge and use of PEX is awesome! thank you, I am trying to replace much of my copper house water lines with pex when I update something. it really increases the water pressure!
I call that the coyote " safety meeting " or tailgate meeting . You know the one before every shift. Lol
Metzi Crowden smith & wesson scope alignment party……!!!
Good information,thanks for sharing
My neighbor has a pony like yours
He loves beer and you better not leave one sitting around
He’ll grab it and tilt his head back to drink😂
Rain water is pretty acidic tho, I think this filter setup is very good for everything but drinking because youd literally be drinking acidic unstable water since rain water normally has a KH and GH of near 0 and a PH of 5 - 6, almost sorta like drinking acidic distilled water. You should consider setting up a re-mineralization tank for this so you get the necessary minerals for your body and stability water needs and wants and try adding something to naturally (without chemicals) raise the PH of the water to as close to 7 as possible since babies are also super sensitive to high or low PH water.
I know many filters make water more of a acid because they remove the minerals... The air obviously kicks dirt around except Durning a long rain.. as the rain carries it off.... So I know it's always better than filtered...
Enjoyed the video. Spencer you do very neat work. Everything you both have done is very neat and we'll thought out. Y'all take care and God bless.
“Brush up on your electricity” 😂😂😂
Lol! We’ve never had all the parts we needed when doing a job! Despite our “careful” planning! Lol! Seems to be Murphy’s law!
I’m so jealous of people that live in climates where you don’t really have to worry about anything freezing lol.
Love your videos guys, keep it up.
Sometimes it does get below freezing there. That's why they wrapped insulation around the water lines going in and out of the water heater. I'm guessing they'll insulate the pump house onecd everything is set up and running correctly.
You could move
Yes it might get to 30-33 or just below every now and then, but it’s not quite the range around here 86 in the summer, -35 in the winter (those are the extremes). Burying water lines 8ft or more to avoid freezing, I would never get away with above ground tanks lol.
Yeah, I could move, and maybe one day I will but I don’t see that being a viable option in the near future. For the most part I like it here, just a little jealous at times of the warmer climates.
Awesome channel. I love watching the progress. You two would put most professional contractors to shame. The coyote also reminds me of the Jackal that we have here is South Africa. A wonderful sound. All the best.
I have just fallen in love with u guys! I ABSOLUTELY enjoy every single episode and be waiting patiently and earnestly for every Saturday’s episode....I am taking note of how much pride and joy you guys have in building your dream home! I’m gonna do the same for my wife and I....
Love your channel I alway cannot wait for the next showing, looking forward to inside the house being done. U.K
You two really do nice work. Quality. I love this project. Haven't missed one broadcast.
It's not just the build. It's the Love! Reading the comments, the Love is there as well!
Great show this week...scratch Bear from💕🙋 Granny Ann in Georgia
The rain water doesn't contain valuable minerals, you have to enrich it with those (magnezium, calcium, etc), otherwise you'll be drinking almost airconditioner's condensed water...It's bad for human body organism on a long run as most of the minerals are dissolved in and gained from drinking water. You may also buy solar pannels and use them to run airdryer, to collect condensed water from a thin air, that of course if the humidity levels are high enough in your area. You may run it when the humidity is high enough and there is a sun outside. Also heating the rooftop on winter may supply you with clean solar pannels and to turn out the snow to water. BTW, UV is not good enough for this kind of installation, simply because the flow is too fast to get appropriate treatment, its better to combine UV with H2O2 (hydrogen peroxide) treatment. Not sure about your area, but why not simply drill a deep hole in the ground and make an artesian well?
Sinkhole sure
I grew up drinking rain water collected from my parents roof.
In my 30+ years ive had no major health problems nor have others on my island who grew up the same way.
Your statement is inaccurate.
I love how everything is coming together perfectly everything looks great
Ahhhhh 12:32 he's so cute in his pink shirt 😁🤣🤣🤣🤣
Kokkkoo
Where is the check valve that prevents back flow of hot water thru the T cold supply to the house?
Such talent. Each step investigated, planned out and implemented to artistic perfection. I take a look at all the different tasks you've tackled and marvel at not only the craftsmanship but the beauty of the final result.
you might need to add a check valve at the input of the water heater. This would prevent hot water from entering into the cold line
Nice. 👍 I’ve been wanting to do something like this What would it cost to have a setup like that. Water storage tanks and all. Thanks for sharing 🙂✌️
You two are so incredibly beautiful. I feel like you are my sister and brother and I'm about to be a proud Auntie. Congrats again to you two.
Congrats to you as well. What a blessing
Hey just a thought, I think you may have put your “gallon counter” in backwards. If it is anything like a city water meter, you have it flowing into the out side. Maybe it’s a different setup, but just wanted to throw it out there just in case you are having any issues!
Great job, your going to have a beautiful home and family when it’s all done xx
Hey you two and Bear, my wife and I love your life long dream build you have going here!!! Your music that you have during your episodes is so amazing. My wife needs to know who and how we find these groups/ songs. Keep up your great work!!!!!
Damn.. your "installations" reminds me of the rocket science!
Y'all are so much fun to watch! My wife and I always look forward to your next video. You've inspired us and been a wealth of information. We are doing something very similar for our drinking water. We just finished setting up our rain gutters, installed our 2500 gallon tanks just before it rained last week and caught over 600 gallons. We live in north central TX. Thanks for the tip on using Sikaflex. We are building our pump house next week. The components of the pump house is the most confusing part. I know you've done the research and would love a more detailed explanation of the components and how they operate, e.g. pressure tank (what size, brand), piping, switches, and most importantly the filtering system (specific type of filters, why you purchased a particular brand, cost, etc.) I know many people like myself would love a more detailed video on this subject. Keep up the great videos!!
Oh my Gosh you two, this is amazing. I'm so excited to see it when you get it working, Bear is just adorable also, such a happy dog, it's fun to see him bounce around and just love being around the two of you, I gotta admit those coyote were a little too close for me it kind of creeped me out. And your mule its such a cutie too. So exciting to see it all come together and I can't wait for the next video, thanks for sharing, take care, bye for now.
You two have some gorgeous property. Thanks for sharing the walk with Bear. I love watching your videos!!
Can't wait to get started on our off-grid place, keep up the great content, super helpful!
Your wife is glowing. Beautiful. The place is looking great. Good job
Dug ground
Bear: its a free real estate
I use that same type filter at our cabin, which is on a well system. We change the filter every six months. We use chlorination injection to kill any bacteria in the well water. That is what municipalities use.
Since you are using rain water, instead of ground water, that UV light is a good option for killing bacteria. A lot of houses around us use UV light on their ground water systems. I have one neighbor who does not use any method to kill bacteria. They've been drinking water from their well for seventeen years without any apparent problems.
We live next to a lake, which is really the source of our ground water. As least you don't have to worry about pesticide runoff in rain water, needing a water softener, sulfur, iron, etc.
One of our neighbors uses a rain water system with a 2500 gallon storage system. He lives alone and it works for him. We have been getting plenty of rain the past few years. Several years ago, we had a drought and he had to bring in water that one summer. With 7500 gallons of water storage, you should be fine.
Your system looks good. That filter works great. Your filter cartridges may last longer than six months since you are using rainwater. Rain water should have minimal sentiment, unless it picks up some dust particles from the roof or gutters.
Keep up the good work.
You might want to install a check valve between the cold water line tee, and the inlet of the batch water heater tank, if you didn't already. Otherwise, great work and video!
I've been watching for awhile...I completely blown away by y'all's hard work and knowledge. Bless y'all
Now I know what people mean when they say “she’s absolutely glowing”. Wow, girl! Spencer, you lucky dog.
You are aware that she is pregnant, yes?
Because that’s a mean thing to say. But if I had to go by your online registry, I guess I’d have to say that that’s to be expected from someone like you. Shame on you.
You guys are awesome! Fixin to be even more awesome when the little one arrives. Love you guys.
Rowlett, Tx
I just LOVE Bear !!
Inside the heater tank, is the pressure relief line terminated high in the tank? If understand correctly, it should be, otherwise overpressure will empty the tank, leaving mostly steam; but if it is in high position, the steam will be evacuated first, lowering the temperature/presssure faster.
I also was curious about a check valve somewhere after you "T" of the cold supply. I did not see one. When the water in the tank is hot it is higher pressure than the cold water at 32 PSI. Therefore when you turn on a cold tap in the house you will get hot water out of the cold tap until the water pressure equalizes.
Y’all are going to have a gorgeous baby 😩🥰
That's alot of plummin work you guys are doin...lookin good...can't wait until the next video...
You guys have got to have "THE" best set up and view ever with your location. Truly, am kina' jealous with all that Nature around you. Howeve Great to have kids and raise a family and I know you guys are going to enjoy every ouce of Happiness when the baby comes.
----- oh' and Bear may think the new baby is his , just let him know you guys are Sharing with all your subbies too so we get second or third dibbs on the baby too ,, hehe. xoxo
this is awesome!, do you guys have day jobs while the building is in process, and how does spencer know all about everything