Building our Dream Home 11 | Insulation, Soffit, and Garage Concrete

[@1Kent]

Taupe is a good color for a house. Never thought I would say that, but I'm sitting outside right now looking at my taupe house. It's a good color.

[@MikeKincaid79]

Lol, that made me chuckle.

[@Josef_R]

I was surprised that leaving all the trusses exposed was permitted. I'm glad you decided to soffit.

[@MikeKincaid79]

Yeah, it's how all the homes are build in this area, even the million dollar homes. In fact, very few homes have soffit in this area, oddly enough. I'm happy to stand out from the crowd now and I love how clean it looks with soffit.

[@vonries]

Good luck Mike. Everything is looking real nice my friend. Keep up the good work. Take a moment to relax even if it's only 60 seconds. The world will not end for that one minute, but you can have a stroke in one minute. Relax the brain.

[@MikeKincaid79]

Very true. I spend a good part of my life trying to calm myself down, lol

[@soulgirlktf]

Amazing ! So much progress and I can feel how toasty cosy warm your home is going to be in the wintertime. That garage floor looks great! The soffits are perfect. Taupe is a classy neutral choice and the tones are vast from the palest softest hues to the deepest darkest earth tones, always looks natural and in any light or time of the year, as the seasons change the light changes, you can't go wrong with classic timeless neutrals they always look good especially in a setting like yours with the beautiful backdrop of your surrounding greenery. So many changes so many decisions what a great thing to have filmed it, you can all look back on this in years to come and be very proud indeed.

[@MikeKincaid79]

I'm definitely looking forward to seeing all this when I'm older. It's been fun documenting the journey. When I look back at old photos of our property, it's so different now and interesting to see. Thanks for the taupe assessment, I feel the same way about that color.

[@mustafaahmed1918]

Good Afternoon Enger, Mike Richard congratulations for new house completion

[@zaviahopethomas-woundedsou9848]

When you look at kitchen cabinets there are three things I strongly suggest; 1. Make all the lower cabinets drawers (I like one small top drawer and three equally sized ones below that (they are larger than the top). 2. Make the cabinets deeper, Lower at 30" and upper at 17" This gives you so much more cabinet space and counter space! The really big bowls will fit in the upper cabinets! 3. Make the pantry shelves pull out. Think of a bookcase that is hidden in the wall and you pull it out from the narrow end and then access it from the side. It is so much more efficient than a wall of shelves where things get lost in the back. The pull-out pantry makes it easy to access everything in the back because they are not as deep. I like how it keeps things looking neet and tidy as well as easy to access. You can also fit these into a space as narrow as a foot wide.

[@MikeKincaid79]

I love that pantry idea. I'll have to talk to Shellie about it. So far, we've basically decided to do the pantry and closet on our own after the home is done so we have plenty of time to think about it. The cabinets are all measured and getting ordered now. We did go with a lot of pull out drawers but also cabinets. Part of it had to do with cost and we are trying to keep that down while pushing to get what we want. We'll see how it turns out in the end.

[@lindaweaver8131]

Even uppers coming out 14" makes a real difference and not as expensive.

[@zaviahopethomas-woundedsou9848]

@@lindaweaver8131 Yes, it does.

[@COCupid]

Don’t forget outlets in your soffits for the Christmas lights later! Looks good!

[@zaviahopethomas-woundedsou9848]

@@COCupid Treat Idea!!!! I will have to do that too!

[@nanc2197]

I love your enthusiasm and passion on your beautiful home building project. Earth tone colors are perfect for your personality and passion on landscape color. I always did a accent front door - catches the eye. Blessings as you move forward with the many decisions still ahead ..... Great job Mike !

[@MikeKincaid79]

Thanks. I like the accented front door idea. Shellie and I were driving around looking at houses and there paint schemes today. So many to choose from.

[@greenrockgarden2851]

A medium, warm green house and white trim. Just imagining that with landscaping and having blooms bounce from the warm colors of the house.

[@MikeKincaid79]

I am really liking all the green ideas. I don't know why I hadn't thought of it before.

[@LULC0759]

Looking good. Whatever color you choose for the house be sure it blends well with the roof color.

[@markyamaguchi9571]

Happy for you. you're young take your time do it your way. It's fun watching you and your family build this house 🏠👍

[@MikeKincaid79]

Thanks 👍 Glad you're enjoying the journey!

[@marilynwhite2155]

Looks fabulous. Looks huge ! Exciting times. Waiting to see the greenery

[@MikeKincaid79]

Thanks! It feels big to us too.

[@Growing-Our-Retirement]

Wow, amazing progress! Won’t be long now!

[@QuiteContent]

I'm enjoying your enthusiasm about and appreciation for your new home. How about a soft green color? It would blend in with the landscaping.

[@MikeKincaid79]

There's that green recommendation again. I'm loving it. Will have to look at different shades of green.

[@Paul-Coburn]

Great job Mike.

[@MikeKincaid79]

Thanks Paul!

[@mflath7374]

Another great installment. Thanks Mike.

[@rbrtmasten1]

Outstanding! Everything is looking great. As usual, I learn so much from watching your videos and it is very much appreciated. You have a lot of opinions from people, but l have a feeling you and your wife already have a good idea what you want to do. Have a great week 😊

[@MikeKincaid79]

We do. It's good to hear all those opinions though. The many recommendations for green paint has sent us off into a different direction that we hadn't thought of previously. Not sure we will go with it, but we might find a way we want to incorporate that color. Still undecided on the exterior paint. I appreciate you being here and glad you're enjoying the build.

[@zaviahopethomas-woundedsou9848]

I like the added foam rod around the windows and doors. The spray foam takes a year or two to come off if it's outside and it is a pain! It's all looking really good!

[@mariohernandez-k9y9q]

I am very grateful to you Mike, for sharing the experience of seeing the progress this project is making and how important it is for a family to see how the new home has already taken shape . Every week I am waiting for your videos ....Thank's .....

[@MikeKincaid79]

Really glad you're enjoying this build series! By the way, is this Mario? Did you change your user name?

[@mariohernandez-k9y9q]

@@MikeKincaid79 yes ,...Mike !!!!! Google makes dumb changes sometimes..... I hate that !!!!!......😂😁😜

[@IEnjoyCreatingVideos]

Making great progress Mike! Thanks for sharing the update with us!💖👍😎JP

[@MikeKincaid79]

It sure is coming along quickly now.

[@IEnjoyCreatingVideos]

@@MikeKincaid79 😎

[@robinfeuling1322]

It looks awesome Mike. Take a day off and take the family for a drive in the neighborhoods looking at house colors. Then get some paint samples and paint some areas on the the house to see what you like. Also stand by the road looking at your house and see what color looks good with the landscape and Rhodies. I'm thinking a sage green. Good luck.( ps. I have been doing some cuttings and have increase my plant population. lol lol)

[@MikeKincaid79]

I'm loving all the green recommendations. I hadn't thought of green shades, which is odd since plants are green, lol. All great ideas. I think we need to do what you said and just drive around looking at homes. Thanks for your advice Robin. By the way, next spring I'm going to drive down to your house, put you in my truck, and bring you over to see the rhodys, lol.

[@robinfeuling1322]

@@MikeKincaid79 Just let me know when you guys will be home, since I am officially retired, I ca stop by .lol

[@tinamulder9644]

I agree about going through newly built neighborhoods, go through the higher end neighborhoods, and see what you like. I was going to also suggest a green. A more muted green and not vibrant green.

[@markyamaguchi9571]

Can't wait to see how you are going to landscape your property 🏡🌲🌳🌼🍂🪴🍁💐🌹🌺🌷🌻🌳🪵🪨🍄🥀 🏡👍

[@MikeKincaid79]

Lots of ideas rolling around but I think I need to plant many more large deciduous trees for shade around the house. Not too close though.

[@markyamaguchi9571]

@@MikeKincaid79 can't wait 🌲🌲🌳🌲🌳🌲

[@fredrobinson6990]

Everything is looking great. Good idea about the soffit.

[@MikeKincaid79]

I’m pretty happy we did that. It’s one of those things you spend money on that you don’t think about but if you don’t do it you think about it every day.

[@wendelltidwell830]

Fantastic! Thanks for sharing!!!!!! Looking forward to more!

[@MikeKincaid79]

Sheetrock is cruising along. It may be another week before that's done. I'll have to switch gears back to plants until then, lol.

[@rickyt3961]

looking great! thanks for the update. yes! take a day off AND relax; it's important.😉

[@MikeKincaid79]

I’ve always been the “I’ll relax when I’m dead, guy” but more and more I can see that’s important.

[@GJWielinga]

You are rightfully proud of this project! It really is coming together. And on the side making these video's... Such a delight. Hats off!

[@MikeKincaid79]

Glad you're enjoying it and thanks for coming along on our journey.

[@zaviahopethomas-woundedsou9848]

I like how you are planning for future options with your garage. I may have to do that too someday.

[@MikeKincaid79]

I just figured that it wasn't much more and we better fully insulate before the walls are closed up. So glad we did now. I got the idea from a house we lived in as a kid for a couple years. It was an older 3 bedroom house but the current landlord had converted the garage into a master bedroom. It worked out great.

[@baldyeti]

I’m diggin the “overkill” you’re puttin in after hours. Those little things are huge in the end. I’m a big fan of blues and greens, personally. I believe a natural looking blue and a dark blue or gray trim would look awesome. And blue representing water, the life of the property, etc…you can imagine it being symbolic. There’s 2 cents, take it or leave it.

[@MikeKincaid79]

I’ll take it. I appreciate the advice.

[@karenschwartz5209]

Looking beautiful! 😊

[@kushcraft9914]

Love the kitty cameo 👍 Amazing as always kincaid ..

[@MikeKincaid79]

These cats are overtaking my life, haha

[@joeparker6070]

Hello Mr K Looks brilliant. I worked on loads of timber frame houses on the US airbases in the UK back in the eighties. They are a bit different to timber frame as built here in the UK but I love it. Thanks for sharing your journey mate 👍. All the best mate

[@MikeKincaid79]

It's been interesting hearing the different building practices from people. Glad this series has been interesting for a builder.

[@CindDJo]

Great job Mike! It all looks soooo good.

[@MikeKincaid79]

Thanks 👍

[@alandrury9955]

Looking good. I'm enjoying these updates, keep them coming. I think you're doing exactly the right thing hitting those little jobs like that extra foam and insulation, all so easy to do now while the structure is open but a nightmare later on. And try to relax - you're moving into an awesome home of your own design that will be just right for your family so chill and enjoy!

[@MikeKincaid79]

Trying to chill, haha. Thanks for your support Alan!

[@zaviahopethomas-woundedsou9848]

That soffit looks so much better! Matching the color of your house to the color of the barns would look good. I think it would look sharp if you did the off-white color for the board and batten with the dark brown for the small trim pieces. It may help keep the attic area cool too.

[@MikeKincaid79]

That's an interesting idea too. I wonder if we should color all the stripes of the board and batten different so they stand out.

[@glenokla4079]

The home is looking awesome Mike. You're doing an amazing job! Now, breath, relax, & take care of yourself. X's &

[@MikeKincaid79]

I'm trying!

[@janevt.2280]

House is looking great! Originally our house was a taupe beige and a couple of years ago we had it repainted and I picked Benjamin Moore Creekside Green with white trim, everyone who sees it compliments us on the color and it really does look amazing and I love it so much more than the beige! The right color makes such a difference in the looks of a house! Good luck guys, you will be moving in before you know it!

[@MikeKincaid79]

I appreciate this and will definitely look up that color. Thanks!

[@sbkhider]

Thank you for the update on the house! I agree with your wife that you don't match the work buildings. I personally would go with a little lighter taupe color so the house has its own color and stands alone.

[@MikeKincaid79]

I appreciate the input. We're driving ourselves nuts right now looking at pain schemes, lol.

[@sbkhider]

@@MikeKincaid79 I remember my sister and bil going through the same when they built their home. They are farmers and my sister did not want to have a white house like every one else but she wanted something natural colored. After months they went with brown and a very light yellow. Good luck and try not to drive yourself to crazy.

[@cathyp5463]

Wow!! Looks AMAZING!!! 🎉

[@MikeKincaid79]

Thanks Cathy!

[@tinaknutsen]

Hi Mike; Definitely a lot on your plate. Enjoy seeing the process makes me realize and understand a bit more of all the details involved in building a new home. I say “WOW” a lot when I watch as I’ve never seen the process of a home being built. Personal preference: I also like the natural colors on a home; with that said my home is tan/beige color with a forest green color trim and the front door is a burgundy color… not in your face red by any means. Our RV shop and the grandkids treehouse all match. It would be neat to submit photos as you don’t get the same visuals in a comment. Keeping your family in my prayers and God Bless You!

[@MikeKincaid79]

Thanks Tina. I wish we could post pictures here, but I do like the addition of some green in the color. I've gotten a lot of recommendations for different shades of green and I hadn't thought of that color. I'll look your color combo up and see what we thing. I appreciate your input and prayers!

[@rebeccamoerno8356]

It's looking great.

[@MikeKincaid79]

Thanks Rebecca!

[@tomjensen618]

In my experience, go with Sherwin Williams paint. Best quality I have come across. As for the color, I'd suggest taking Shelly and the girls for a bike ride through clear wood. It has just about any color combination house packed in there.

[@MikeKincaid79]

Now that’s a good idea 👍 we just need to drive around and see what’s out there.

[@greenthumbelina7331]

Mike and Shelley, you both have great instincts so pick a color you can agree on for the exterior of your home. Of course, Ally and Emily will probably also have some input into that decision, especially for their rooms. Good friends of mine let their daughter pick the exterior paint color for their house ... which was a 'knock your socks off BLUE' 🥶🧦 (that wasn't the actual name of the paint color), but it was awful. When they listed the house for sale a few years later, no one would even make an offer ...until they repainted it. If I were going to paint my house, I'd probably pick a muted shade of green, since green is my favorite color. Mike, you guys are doing a great job and I'm looking forward to seeing the sheetrock installed. Blessings to your sweet family! ~Margie🤗💐

[@MikeKincaid79]

Sheet rock is installed and they are taping the seams now. I'll have an update soon. Thanks for the green idea. I'll have to check out all the shades available.

[@greenthumbelina7331]

@@MikeKincaid79 Yay, one step closer!

[@RGUerrieri]

Looks great been following your build . Now we need a update on your fig Grove unless I may have missed it. But your house is going gtreat.

[@MikeKincaid79]

You haven't missed it. I've just been so busy with the house that everything else has gone to the wayside. The figs are doing well and I keep them watered. I'll get an update of them at some point.

[@sandy-rr1by]

The dark brown of the barn with light or white trim. Gutters should blend in with the trim. Yes, blend with the out blogs, they look nice.

[@MikeKincaid79]

So you're saying to paint the whole house dark brown? That's an interesting idea.

[@sandy-rr1by]

@@MikeKincaid79 ooo, maybe not! I didn't think that through, but I do like the color combination of the barn.

[@darlatidwell6255]

You guys are working really hard now but this winter you can relax and be snug as a bug in a rug in your new home. It's going to be nice. 🏠.

[@MikeKincaid79]

I am very much looking forward to it.

[@darlatidwell6255]

@@MikeKincaid79 I bet. Exciting!

[@Cindy-hx7zp]

We recently visited Suncadia, and I was struck by the homes there. All situated along the golf course with lots of trees and natural landscapes. If you have a chance look up homes for sale there to see the colors. All neutrals in different shades of brown, gray, taupe…Since you have such a big natural setting a neutral color will be great.

[@MikeKincaid79]

That's what I'm thinking. Thanks for the advice and I'll definitely look that up.

[@AGirl-SomeLand-andADream]

The soffits look great! Totally worth the extra money. I would go a shade lighter or darker than the barn. Same color family, but not matchy matchy. You can never have enough insulation around doors and window. I don’t and it sucks! Also, we all know you won’t relax until you’ve moved in. 😂

[@MikeKincaid79]

Lol, you know me!

[@VeryFunnyStuffs]

Just make sure you got conduits/wires for networking laid even to places you don't need it yet...

[@MikeKincaid79]

We're trying, lol.

[@hughphillips67Mustang]

You have planned, talked about, built, and will finish, this entire house.........before i finish the shoe closet i started in our mud room 4 years ago. Its still nude drywall, and mud. The more she gripes about it, the longer it will take me. Lol. The house is looking good my man. Love taking this journey with you. Want to do a shoe closet in Ohio when your done? Lol

[@MikeKincaid79]

Hahaha, I know right where you're at man. I hate doing interior finishes. I guess I better get done what she wants done now or it'll sit undone and I'll have the same attitude. Sounds like we've got a lot in common, lol.

[@zaviahopethomas-woundedsou9848]

Personally, I think all bedrooms should be insulated. Sometimes people do not sleep well or they are noisy in another room and it just makes things at home more peaceful.

[@MikeKincaid79]

I'm so glad we did this and made the decision to insulate the wall separating the kids from the living room.

[@tomjensen618]

No way around monitoring hornets. They will love your new soffit too. Nail the bastards before they cover up about once a fortnight May through sept.

[@MikeKincaid79]

They’ve all moved over to the pole barns now, haha. Hate those things. Bad year for them for sure.

[@rockDJalNIGHTY]

What a lovely house you guys are getting! :) I wish you could have some sort of outside/outdoor curtain for the rooftop of the house that could filter the rays of the Sun away during the summer to save the air conditioner a bit. But I ponder if something like that exists at all?

[@MikeKincaid79]

Not sure but sounds expensive. Really though, it's cloudy here for about 9 months of the year. A natural curtain that's free, lol.

[@michaelh7506]

Wow Mike your house looks great how many square feet? You have so many good ideas

[@MikeKincaid79]

Thanks! It's 2137 sq ft

[@bonniemccormack1361]

I was thinking what an interesting choice going with the color Butternut 😄 Yeah the stress shows but I'm sure your family is reminding you to eat and rest. Thanks so much for sharing this journey. Also, please, no more heart attack jokes 😟

[@MikeKincaid79]

Lol, I'll be good

[@CampMegabea]

rent a plate compactor and PACK PACK PACK that fill under your porch , better yet use gravel and pack it once

[@MikeKincaid79]

I appreciate that. I've been thinking a lot about how to do this because I don't want any chance of cracking and moving concrete. I have considered all gravel but it would be expensive. I will probably bring in a mix of some type of good fill with a lot of gravel and more gravel to layer in. Definitely will be compacting well.

[@JulieMelberg]

Here's something fun, how about making a time capsule and put it in a closet wall? Also, are you putting in a concrete apron in front of the garage?

[@MikeKincaid79]

Yes, we'll have an apron in front of the garage as well as a little sidewalk from the apron to the front porch. We'll have to wait for that until after we get the mobile home out of the way.

[@brettdillon9072]

Dark exterior colors on the soffits and under areas sometimes attract spiders and other pests.

[@MikeKincaid79]

Something to consider, thanks!

[@marktoldgardengnome4110]

Now the expensive and tedious part starts. Fixtures, trim, appliances, doors, doorknobs, lighting, curtains, door stops, cabinets, SOFT CLOSE hinges and drawers. And yes, soft close toilet seats. Whoda thunk it! Those are How Much!! Paint colors in each room, it's endless, but necessary to get it, one and done from the start if you can. We've been in our home and first ever house now for 30 years, and yes, lived in trailers before that. The last 10 years have been focused on bringing this place up to date. There went 6 figures. Ca Ching, but was necessary. Personally I'd designate a place, or an organization to come by once a week to come get anything you haven't touched in the last 6 months to a year. Now is the time to Clean House. Less really is more. Sorry, rambling a bit. Paint?, a light gray, with white trim. Simple and plain? You'd be amazed how much the contrast of neutral colors will magnify the colors of any plants, that I'm sure you have in mind, and will be putting in. Your dream is coming true, my Friend, Patience. TYFS

[@MikeKincaid79]

Yes, this is the part I’ve been dreading a little. The interior. I like the macro part of the build but the interior finishes are tedious. Hoping it goes quick and comes in under budget.

[@rod6088]

No vapor barrier ( 6mil poly ) before drywall ?

[@MikeKincaid79]

No, is that something that's done in your area? There is Tyvex (vapor barrier) on the outside of the house under the siding.

[@rod6088]

@@MikeKincaid79 Here in The Great White North , tyvex outside walls and poly on the inside over the insulation. Winter wind protection. looks good

[@camicri4263]

It looks great Mike! Don't make the house color the same as the shed. Make it something complementary. Make it a color that lifts up the house sort of speak. I will look into colors.😊 Mike, stop worrying! Give it to God, He does a way better job than you actually He is perfect! You don't want a Heart Attack!!!!! Make sure you sleep well and eat properly and stop worrying, you want to be around to walk your girls down the aisle when they get married and play with your grandkids! It will get done regardless if you worry or not! JUST DON'T, if you are stressed you eventually will stress out everyone else in the family and it's no fun at all. Just don't get down that path! "For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.”-2 Timothy 1:7 Hugs and love to you and your family 🙏❤️🤗

[@MikeKincaid79]

Thanks Camelia, I really appreciate your wisdom. There have been good and tough days but I know in the end that it’ll all work out. I’ll be nice to Shellie and the kids 🤣

[@MikeKincaid79]

I like your thought about using slightly different colors. You sound just like Shellie.

[@lisazappolo9989]

Love the way the soffits turned out! After mulling it over for a minute, I think the contractor had a great idea with the additional screening. That house is going to be so quiet. No little ears listening to every conversation you and Shellie have lol. Choosing paint color? Ugh. Hate it. You know you have to live with it even if it's not exactly what you thought it would be (the samples are never accurate). Too much pressure lol

[@MikeKincaid79]

Hahaha, way too much pressure. That's why I put it on you, lol.

[@sandieweatherup]

What about a green with a grayish undertone? Definitely not the kind of green with yellow undertone.😝 Abt weight loss, please make sure your body isn't using your muscle as fuel. My husband is fighting age related muscle loss. Once you lose the muscle it's harder to get it back. Maybe eat more eggs.

[@MikeKincaid79]

Yes, definitely looking at those style of greens after all the recommendations. As far as diet, I’m fairly in tune with my body. I do a lot of intermittent fasting and weightlifting to maintain muscle. Over the years I’ve had to tone down the heavier weights but that’s a natural progression of getting older. I do what I can to maintain muscle but I do find it difficult to keep weight on oddly enough. Seems like most people get heavier with age. Believe it or not, I use to be 190 lbs and did squats and deadlifts with over 300 pounds. Now I’m around 157 and find it tough to maintain. I’m sure a lot of that comes from stomach issues but it is what it is. Anyway, I do my best. Thanks for being here.

[@jc-1579]

Sharing everyone of Jesus Christ, He is coming back. We are spiritually saved by grace through faith in Jesus Christ our Lord God and Savior.

[@Rose-mu3vq]

I wonder why you want a sound proof house? In case of emergency, your neigh or your family won't be aware if there's an emergency. Nobody wants an emergency but it happens the least expected

[@MikeKincaid79]

Don’t want to hear the traffic out on the road

[@frankytrevor7]

Hello! Where did you bought your greenhouse? kit? how much? Thank you very much

[@MikeKincaid79]

I built it from scratch. Even bent the metal hoops myself.

[@frankytrevor7]

@@MikeKincaid79 👍

[@asaliden4584]

Mike!! Exactly WHY did you soundproof your master bedroom? 🤣🥴🤭🫣

[@MikeKincaid79]

I’m a busy guy 😉

[@asaliden4584]

@@MikeKincaid79 🤣🤣

[@lizl6606]

I was thinking a soft light green and I see I'm not the only one to suggest that colour. Please don't give yourself a heart attack ,we would miss you greatly after all you are famous Look at how many followers you have Just not rich from it yet No, losing weight isn't a bad thing but after the house is all done you'll be this plump young man sitting back in your lazy boy enjoying life For awhile anyway until you start getting antsy and have to get out there and grow something It's all looking good Mike💫🇨🇦🦩

[@MikeKincaid79]

So many green recommendations! I am digging it. Going to have to look at shades of green with Shellie. I appreciate the insight and advice. Thanks Liz