Breaking Ground on Our Workshop | Permit APPROVED!

Our new permit is APPROVED for our dream pole barn workshop and it's time to break ground! We rented an excavator, the biggest machine we've ever operated on the property, to help clear trees to make room for our new building. This is just the beginning!
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[@user-ni3me9dg3g]

Nice to see a dedicated young couple working and learning together.

[@Woodbrew]

We apologize for a lack of clarity for the some the questions asked in last weeks video. This video was actually pretty hectic to film and we were trying to maximize our time using the expensive rental excavator. Next week we will explain a bit more about what's going on. The short version is, our permit was approved to start work on the site in the newly proposed area. We are still waiting on final approval of the building plans as last minute they requested engineered documents for the trusses we are using. This was unexpected as we were intially told we didn't need engineered drawings. Regardless, this week was a big win!

[@GibClark]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@edwinarmstrong9175]

May the Lord continue to bless you with all your endeavors!

[@Woodbrew]

😊

[@scottmorris4914]

Congrats on the permit. And you can definitely its moving along.maybe do a video on the plans. I don’t you said the basic plane was a gravel base with the poles and roof. And I believe😊 you said a garage space. And as money comes available, start adding to it, like a concrete pad. A video on yourvision for it, dimensions, number of floors or attic, etc.

[@EthanAllenLumley]

Makers are where u find them😊

[@mickshy]

Hey guy if you were to turn around so that your blade is at the back to help stabilise you as you push the trees over

[@markduggan3451]

I hope you make good use of those trees.

[@Woodbrew]

Could've taken out zero trees if we were able to put it in the first location. These will be all be turned into lumber.

[@JP-cc6yn]

Onwards and upwards. Good Luck with the build. Looking forward to following along.

[@Woodbrew]

Thanks! Dream come true project for us!

[@barrytipton1249]

Great project and a lot of guts to tackle it. You've earned my subscription and thanks for the video!

[@eduardfrazao3506]

Well done good job

[@Cory._.]

Pro tip, keep the blade in the "front" of the tractor when digging or pulling, put the blade in the "back" if you're pushing. Well done D&M!!

[@vincentcozza99]

Congratulations on the ground breaking!!! Love watching you guys work together!!! Peace

[@Woodbrew]

Thank you! Exciting times:)

[@cliff5240]

I don't think there is anything you two can't do! It is so refreshing seeing the two of you work so hard and doing it yourself! Molly has become a real expert on that tractor. I look forward to seeing your dream come true, thanks for sharing it with us!

[@ifiwooddesigns]

Looks like so much fun. Where I live in New York, I have no use for a tractor or room for a sawmill. Love the transformation of your property. And to have a fantastic supporting wife, you are the luckiest man in the world. At least I’m a dad, so I have that on you. That’ll be the greatest moment of your lives.

[@steveferguson1232]

This is a milestone for your business. We are so happy for you both. Young people can learn from you, as so many people do not want to work hard to succeed. Praying for nothing but good things for you. Going to be a fun ride to watch

[@ZrubekFamily]

Are you guy's allowed to burn brush piles? Great video, Mini X's are a blast to operate.

[@jlbridges21]

Congratulations on getting the permit approved!!

[@RevIlikai]

Doing great, you two. Dylan, with experience, comes speed.

[@rogerkiser5890]

Wow Dylan! I envy you so much. I would love to have a little time on that machine! I really hope Molly doesn’t show you up to much when it’s her turn to run it.😂. You guys are awesome.

[@user-ho8qe7dv8s]

Always a good day when Molly and Dylan drop a new video. You two are doing an awesome job.

[@Woodbrew]

This made our day😁

[@beeleywood7796]

Good to see the work starting, here's hoping for good weather and a trouble free build.

[@jasonculinarycoppadgett]

Glad y’all were able to get approved, may the Lord continue to bless.

[@andreacrashe9894]

*Wow you two worked so hard to clear the area. Well done. Put your feet up and relax... cos you have bother earned it 🙂.*

[@guybowers9094]

Hip hip hooray, the shop was approved. I know the feeling as the building department can be a pain to deal with. Just curious about what your plan is to deal with the stumps

[@alanreid856]

Hi Molly and Dylan. I am so glad that you got the permit issues taken care of. That was very nice of your Dad to join in and do all of that work. Looks like he was a big help. Keep up the great work and you will be done sooner than you think. Have a blessed week!

[@Woodbrew]

Thank you! Pops is always there when we need him😊

[@diyfferent]

I'm getting the feeling that this was already planned out during the previous video making that a moot point. But nonetheless, it's good that you are moving forward with your plans. We would too love a garage/shop someday, but we continue in patience as we work toward that goal. Hopefully we'll gain some inspiration from your project.

[@Woodbrew]

I wish this was planned out. Our videos are 1-2 weeks ahead of real-time and we used up our entire buffer of videos waiting on this permit approval.

[@kevinjohnson4418]

Congratulations on the approval can't wait to see the end result

[@RavensRidgeNC]

Sub'd - glad I came across your vids on toppling pines - I've got an area about 75' square that's going to be a leech field in NC, full of those beasts, so they either have to be removed, or ground down and gotta have to be able to put in the trenches - probably best to go ahead and rent an excavator. Not sure the WG24 is the tool for the task at hand. Thanks!

[@mikepagliei426]

I love total boat! Keep up the good work, U2

[@scottreedy5220]

You guys got a lot of work done this week! What will you do with the giant root balls from the trees you took down?

[@Woodbrew]

It was pretty expensive to have them hauled away and we have a burn ban going into affect until November so we just piled them up on the back of the property out of sight until we decide what we ultimately want to do with them.

[@scottreedy5220]

Sounds like a giant holiday bonfire! Thank you for answering. Love your channel!

[@jerryartates2883]

Way to go! Congratulations on the approved permit. Excited for the next one. Take care guys.

[@Woodbrew]

Thanks Jerry:)

[@kencross25]

Congratulations! Easy peasy, lemon squeezy.

[@Woodbrew]

Thanks Haha!

[@jonheath3706]

You guys are the best! Fun videos, and you come across as really genuine young folk. And your courage and tenacity are top level. Respect.

[@angiegargano7624]

Wow, love your enthusiasm and desire to tackle what comes your way. You should both be very proud of yourselves.

[@Jumpman67]

I'm glad it was approved. I've personally been through some issues with my city and permits. They can be so annoying.

[@rosemaryjasper1121]

Progress has picked up with the development of! Looking good.❤

[@Woodbrew]

Heck yea, Thanks for watching:)

[@thephilipcoleman]

Great news ! Also driving the digger look fun !

[@Woodbrew]

It was fun for the first 20 hours or so, then I was absolutely exhausted😅

[@SlickBubbles]

Glad to hear your permit came through this time!!! I just started watching your channel with your last video. It's a good thing you're intimidated by the bigger excavator. That means you won't get over-confident and/or get careless with it. Respect the power of the machine (And the strength of the trees!). This coming from a former heavy equipment operator. You're approaching these new-to-you tasks in a smart way. Well done kid! Take good care!

[@toddzino58]

Looking great you two! Looking forward to the next video!

[@mikeymad]

Yay for Permit and progress... The moon IS on the right days for ya. And yay for pops help. - cheers

[@Woodbrew]

Haha yea we ended up with extra dirt🌑

[@louisnemick1939]

Molly is a trooper..

[@jean-marclariviere7618]

So so happy for you..cannot wait to see what you are going to built...so happy for you again

[@Woodbrew]

Thank you Jean:)

[@cathyjones3403]

What a blessing 👏👏👏👏👏. Doing a fantastic job

[@Woodbrew]

😊

[@chashint1]

I know you had to move the location and it’s costing more money, but ultimately having the structure behind the house will appreciate your property value more than having it in front. I truly enjoy seeing y’all forge ahead building your life together.

[@Woodbrew]

One of the reasons we wanted it up front was a higher appreciation actually. In the back it will just be a pole barn, but where we had it before and the orientation of it would've made it a 4 car garage. Probably doesn't make a massive difference, but I think it would've been more valuable the other way.

[@chashint1]

@@Woodbrew you always call it a pole barn but in my head it’s going to be a shop. I certainly see your point about it could also be called a 4 car garage if it was up front. Y’all do a good job making lemonade every time a bushel of lemons gets dumped on you. Looking forward to seeing your continuing progress.

[@joshoneill2584]

Hell yah! I’m excited for you guys. Can’t wait to see the new shop! Looking forward to the build

[@Woodbrew]

Thanks Josh!

[@RumMonkeyable]

Great progress! Add excavator operator to your skills list! Looking forward to the build. 👍👏❤

[@Woodbrew]

Haha thanks!

[@RumMonkeyable]

@@Woodbrew 👍😀

[@jimrosson6702]

Great video as always you guys are doing an amazing job. Congrats on getting your permit

[@randletibbs56]

Didn't realize there was that much red clay that far south

[@Woodbrew]

It's pretty much everywhere past a couple of feet of topsoil. We do have some sandy areas, but mostly red clay.

[@Swamp-Fox]

Congrats!!

[@Mcfryguy5555]

Awesome!

[@jackmargason2594]

On to the next....well done.

[@Woodbrew]

Thanks Jack!

[@Kb3164-t3z]

What the green attachment on the rear of the tractor

[@mayorstoner3459]

Lot's of 2x4's out of those trees. How long does it take to dry?

[@Woodbrew]

2x6s and 1x10 siding actually😁 We plan on milling it and stacking it to dry under the pole barn roof for 6 months or so depending on how long it takes us to actually mill it. It doesn't have to be dry to use it though. It can dry in place like the container.

[@handyjim]

nice job guy's

[@Woodbrew]

Thanks:)

[@cdw143]

I know its too late for you this time, but when pushing trees with an excavator, turn the base so the blade is to the rear and lower it. That will give you a lot more leverage.

[@Woodbrew]

This is an excellent point. My thought with it forward was to not flip the thing into the hole with the boom all the way out, but I can see how this would be better.

[@bgarza2172]

I like to ask what part of the country you are in. If I guess I would guess NC. I'm in TX.

[@JohnGenX69]

Their homestead is in Southern Alabama

[@Woodbrew]

Thanks:)

[@shawnengstrom3906]

I don’t understand doing it in stages over a few years. Why not wait until you can do the whole thing at once. Things happen in life and you may put a bunch of money into it and not be able to continue. Take the money and keep investing until you have enough.

[@Woodbrew]

It’s very useful to us even in stages. A roof if a place to store our equipment.

[@shawnengstrom3906]

@@Woodbrew gotcha, I get it.👍

[@chuckclark9464]

I feel like an idiot going through your videos you don’t have to tell me what kind of shop you’re building lol so the only question left was you padded her belly is she pregnant and if she is congratulations. OK I didn’t watch the video but I just saw the thumb nail for one of your videos and you guys were holding up the test strip for pregnancy test so definitely congratulations. I know I sound like an idiot. I’m 61 or 62 so you don’t even know how old I am I’m allowed to sell like an idiot at this age.

[@kodihull3820]

She has not done anything just sitting and complaining that she did a lot of work but sitting

[@Woodbrew]

She's to busy growing a human and our business

[@daveklein2826]

And you have done nothing except for making a very ignorant comment

[@dirtychinchilla]

Do you guys plant any trees? We’ve seen a lot come down on this channel!

[@Woodbrew]

We only remove trees for specific reasons. In this case to build a barn. All the trees will be turned into lumber as well. We live in the pine tree Mecca and trust me when I say we have plenty of pine trees. They’ve modified them so much that they are fully mature in just 30-40 years. I’ve seen trees clear cut, replanted, and clear cut again in my lifetime for paper use. It’s a massive heavily regulated and sustainable industry where we live.