Finishing What We Started | Family Builds Their Own Home

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Our family is almost finished building our off grid home! Our house functions as a fully normal home, just off the grid and run by our off grid solar power system. In today's video we are focusing on finishing what we started, checking off our punch list items and wrapping up this build.
We are a couple who are building our own home from the ground up in the mountains of West Virginia. After living near the city our entire lives we finally decided to sell it all, pack up our 3 kids and live in an RV on our 73 acres while we building our own debt free, off-grid house and learning to live a more self-reliant life.
Our house build is documented entirely on our main channel "Wild Wonderful Off-Grid" and our family life vlogs can be found on our secondary channel "Wild Wonderful After Show"

[@WildWonderfulOffGrid]

Here are our plans for a massive expansion on our solar system from our vlog channel- Solar During Winter: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o2nQY5l3qbprkK8

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[@enricoferri4636]

Mi piace 👍🏠🏠🏠❤️

[@josiebaker8320]

Just want to welcome you to the small town in WV just wanna also say HELLO NEIGHBOR!!

[@enricoferri4636]

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[@enricoferri4636]

Mi brillano i🤩🤩🤩🤩👍👍👍🏠

[@ptaylor4923]

I really love seeing Chuck. He doesn't strike me as your typical farm dog, but at the same time he's King of the manor and I adore him.

[@erikroberts8307]

Hooray for Chuck!!!

[@ptaylor4923]

@Christopher Perry Awww, does the poor little boy not have a life of his own... 😭

[@herbhunt4110]

Guys. Those barn door rollers used to be built that way on purpose. I think they are a set. The idea was that the rail was not level. The door hung perfectly vertical but the angled rail would cause the door to automatically open/close depending on which way it was hung.

[@HiddenHeightsFarm]

You guys are one of the hardest working couples on KZbin! Great video!

[@WildWonderfulOffGrid]

Thanks guys! We always appreciate your support ❤

[@jacklabloom635]

You do great work. I advise you wear eye protection whenever grinning metal or wood, driving nails, or doing any type job that has the possibility of create flying debris. I had a relative who lost an eye, because he was not wearing his eye protection. He normally wore it, but got in a hurry and did not take the time to go get his eye protection, before he started grinning. A tiny piece of metal traveling at high speed was all it took.

[@dianaabney795]

You have done such a wonderful job on your home. It is cozy and warm but most of all, filled with love. A house maybe made of wood and beams but a home is made of love alone, in which you have done. Great job!!

[@tapan1937]

Always a heart lifting viewing. Enjoy your children’s childhood - in retrospect it is so short a time. My two sons were born in 66 and 68 and I wonder where all the time has gone so quickly. And my only grandson is now 23. Where did all that time go - and SO fast!

[@joeoallen]

Exactly..... the time in between is everything. Never lose sight of that. The trips and time with the kids that I watch you have warms my heart. From fireworks, ice-skating, and time around the table they will remember forever. Nice job Dad & Mom!

[@misty4782]

I've been meaning to tell you....the barn door HANDLES are out of this world gorgeous!!!!!! I've not seen anything like them before and they fit so perfectly with your house theme. Awesome. Blessings.

[@extremelydave]

I see the definition of persistence every Sunday.... hope your family has a great 2021!!!!!

[@leslietarboxjr4287]

You are so correct when you said that the build is important but the time in between with the kids is what is so important. They and you will cherish those memories for your and their life times. Great job and great parenting.

[@charlesvincett84]

I can only imagine how much you are enjoying your home over the RV...congrats...you guys did the work and you are wreaping the rewards....👍😎😁💯😆😄

[@garrettmiller3435]

I absolutely love the door handles. All the wrought iron finishes in the house are so elegant and flow very well with the rustic appeal of the home

[@TheWhiteknights82]

I just want to say that during 2020 your videos have been amazing, I always look forward to watching them, positive energy and family time please keep them coming from the other side of the pond 🇬🇧 much love.👍🏻💪

[@danieljurkowski6057]

Last Sunday incidentally watched "TIMELAPSE- Couple Builds House in 20 Minutes". Can't stop watching at least 4-5 videos a day from your channel. You're such a great family, with great energy and lifestyle. Keep doing it this way! Greetings from Poland!

[@pnwsinglewideliving]

Love you guys and what you're all about. Completely motivated me to sell my house and start my own build.

[@RA-tj8lv]

Ooh, good luck!😬🤗

[@paulinarios3665]

Wow I hope it goes great for you! 😊😊😊

[@idiotaguy]

Good luck, but don't sell you house, it could take months or even years to build a house.

[@micky8912]

To fix those little pin bubbles, try using a wet/damp sponge, rub over like you would with sandpaper. it will smooth it out really nice with out the dusty mess. It will remove the mud if you are not careful, just don't rub too hard.

[@sicsempertyrannis9024]

Congrats you guys! What a wonderful journey of hard work, dedication, and love you accomplished. You should be very proud. Thanks for sharing this with us! ❤

[@niniandsunny1353]

As we wait for our home to be completed, It's been a long process and a story I'm not going to bore you with...I really love at the end when you say it's the time spent together in between the process. (In so many words). I am going to stop and smell the roses for a little while. 🤗

[@BirdYoumans]

After building several buildings basically by myself, studio, shop, remodel two houses, storage shed etc, I quickly found that the frame work goes relatively quickly and looks llke a lot gets done. Then, the finishing work. It takes forever seems like because there's always just one more little detail that needs to get done that takes much of a day if not more. But it's the finish work that shows off your work. You are wise to finish the part you've done so far before going on to the next addition. I'm still working on finishing work lol. I have found that a lick and a promise is often a promise broken. Great job you two! Beautiful house so far.

[@robertmcgovern4936]

As they say, the devil is in the details!

[@midaham7031]

Here is a drywall mud tip: put 5 Tbs of dawn dish soap in 1 box of mud and mix. It eliminates the pinholes in the finished product. Great videos nice home you have built.

[@freedomforall236]

Always a highlight of my day is to watch your family enjoying the fruits of your labor and love. A fan from 🇨🇦

[@terrynorris5037]

I admire Josh's willingness to take on anything with the idea that we'll just figure it out and between the two of you it works out.

[@bjenuine]

Well stated... "It's the times in between that matter." And time slips by so quickly. Enjoy the journey. God bless.

[@dgoddard]

You can add a couple of drops of dishwashing liquid to break the surface tension in the drywall mud. That will stop those air bubbles. Also, when you go to final sanding you can use a wet sponge to help you get it flat. It helps because you can actually use the wet surface to see defects and push the mud around a little bit as needed. Plus, less dust!

[@suedorfman7138]

Great way to spend my Sunday watching you and your family.❤️❤️❤️

[@Handlethis342]

So many talents between you two. The editing of your videos are one of them.

[@barbaraalton5837]

You started the year off right by letting us come along on this small chore! So fun to see the joy you have in trying to adapt even if you are out of blades!! Josh is a keeper and the "boss" is the "boss" and a keeper!! Dennis

[@chefhomeboyardee8]

I keep forgetting that in top of all the hard work we see Erin do. She's also doing a ton we don't see ie.. making these awesome channels. Kudos to you. And oh yeah Josh has crazy mad skills.

[@fergusfarm3793]

So inspirational!!! Love seeing the tweaks & reworks. We did it fast and now 10 years in we're starting our rework. It is what it is, point is to have fun doing it.

[@virginiareid5336]

Progress will come, but all the wonderful moments ( such as your holiday trip) are priceless. Take Care

[@doruparaschiv9715]

I've been watching you since the first video. Beautiful family.

[@davidr6045]

Hey Josh: If you float your edges thin on your drywall repairs you can take a large damp sponge to the edges and eliminate the dust. It usually takes three floats to do the job

[@oldmanjimh3165]

Drywall with channellocks, brilliant.

[@davidvansickle563]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@einsteindrieu]

I like the way Josh was cooking with channellocks last video.😍💛

[@LostInThe0zone]

LMAO

[@michaeldecarlo6945]

Greetings from New Hampshire. Regarding the barn door runners being different heights, they are supposed to be that way. The rail should be higher on the back (or “open position” end) than the front or “closed” end. That way the door hangs level and gravity helps you close the door and gravity ensures the door stays shut. Don’t buy another roller, just raise the left end of the rail to where the door will hang level.

[@WeekendOffGrid]

I learned so much from you guys when I was building my Off-Grid cabin. Thanks for all the help.

[@haleypartridge4581]

You are an inspiration! We have three kids also and have been working on refinishing our basement and it is not even close to done at almost a year later. Patience......

[@richardrich4320]

I like those heavy duty handles on those barn doors - for a moment I got carried away and thought you were building a castle but then I " re-thought my initial thought lol " once again and realized that yes you are building a castle - All the best to your whole beautiful family !

[@tramtoby]

Sometimes the doing is more fun than the done. Happy new year.

[@oddznsoddz3973]

I totally agree. I built a full garden room and at the time I was like I can’t wait to be done and sometimes hating it but now I’m finished I feel lost

[@neomaster8739]

Always

[@triciasklodowske5653]

I love the door's!!!! Just had an idea for the second half of the home. Basement with garage over it ( that would give a place to work/build thing's like the door's and be out of the weather) and then over the garage the bedrooms. Have a 1 story mud room between the garage and the main home with the stairs for the bedroom part. I always do this when looking at house's. You 2 are really getting thing's done. Love your home. It is comfortable. Chucky is so cute. Thanks for sharing. Stay safe, warm and healthy. God bless

[@jenniferlandschoot302]

Really love the journey and your editing is great! Also love your music choices, really brings it all together.

[@rockytopwrangler2069]

...I swear ,, this woman is ONE OF A KIND !!..

[@zzydny]

As Emerson wisely said, "Its the not the Destination, It's the journey."

[@chrysademarko6902]

Sorry but it was not Emerson who said it, but Homer in Odyssey.

[@mariocardamone1846]

@@chrysademarko6902 could have been homer simpson

[@chrysademarko6902]

@@mariocardamone1846 Instead of being sarcastic try to open a book and educate yourself...

[@CzKaa]

@@chrysademarko6902 Instead of being bored person, try to have a little sense for humor...

[@RS-pq5mo]

@@CzKaa There are "Karens" everywhere !! LMAO !!

[@kellycallen3195]

Channellock Inc. is located in my hometown, Meadville Pennsylvania! Not too far away from you guys!!! I enjoy following your progress! It’s my dream to purchase some acreage in WV, and build a homestead! The world is so uncertain right now. I’d rather be self sufficient. It’s awesome to see a strong couple work together and make their dreams come true. God bless you and your family!!!!

[@countrygirl6794]

"It's the times in between that matter," a reminder for us all ...

[@av40229]

LoL, I love the start. "Finish what We started" then shows Josh working on that dang wall still. You all are awesome.

[@Tuscarora-Twigg]

Love your comment at the end about the space in between being what is important. In my Yoga practice I don't focus on breathing in or breathing out, I focus on the space in between.

[@Jayrose59]

I love the way you twirl the screw driver and put in back in your holster like it was a colt pistol

[@cozyhomes6026]

There is a real joy and sense of accomplishment when you build your own cozy home.

[@kaydog2008]

When dry sanding plaster and you get pinholes change to a grout sponge and lightly wet sand it. Wetting it fills the holes while knocking down the high spots.

[@chetthejet3896]

Makes a lot less mess too.

[@genezehring6057]

Or I have tried a lightly damp sponge and it replaces sandpaper (no drywall dust) and fills in and smooths out imperfections.

[@colinstace1758]

@@genezehring6057 only if you used pre- mixed mud In a bucket, kwik set dry powder mud won't re-wet

[@MadsWorld34]

take a small pieceof pvc pipe and gut it in half and use it as a spacer for the door until you get the new part. you sill still have your grove and the door will be level

[@IthlinnePewPew]

I admire that you still fight with that wall. I probably would put it aside for a while, or go nuts. Also, have you thought about getting a shipping container to use as a shop, so you don't have to worry about the rain?

[@Iamthathillbilly]

He’s putting it on too thin and taking too much off, he needs to skim a large section, scrape it flat, skim it again, then sand with a flat sanding block not sanding paper, it’s all in the technique, it’s not hard once you know what you’re doing

[@ELW2940]

@@Iamthathillbilly Right ! Anybody can slop mud on a wall. One of my employers used to tell me “Cut it tight Lou, cut it tight ! Tight and wide.

[@MariaVargas-gx7pg]

Your house just keeps on getting better and better! It’s looking beautiful!

[@usmcdevildawg5655]

Whenever my day turns to sh*t I know I can come to this channel and watch these videos and make everything come back into balance. Thank you so much for uploading these videos and sharing your life with me because mine is like a roller coaster at the moment.

[@kalandobrown8091]

Absolutely correct with the message at the end there.

[@garysmith4196]

Truly enjoy watching your videos. It’s a trying job to do what you both are doing. We didn’t build our home but we had to totally remodel our home. We did it one room at a time removing all the drywall installing all new wiring adding extra outlets,light,switches. Our home is warm and beautiful. We are very proud as I know you will also.

[@georgeglez8772]

I love this show and you guys, what a beautiful family you are, God bless you and happy new year.

[@bevnelson3678]

You a great team working together. It’s awesome watching your videos I’m sure I’ve seen everyone of them. So I’m going through them again.

[@DWilliams-ce8nb]

" Time to finish what we started"... Josh is lucky to have a boss like Erin.

[@martinllera4327]

My respect to both of you, the house Is just a detail, im amased by the family you are family!! never please loose that!! Alway on my heart!!! The rest.....

[@MrUmami-rp2pz]

Happy New Year Everyone. Greetings from Germany🇩🇪🇺🇸

[@charlesroer972]

How is my river running there ?

[@RA-tj8lv]

Hi Germany from Utah!!👋👋🤗

[@Fixmix78]

@@charlesroer972 still running fine 😀

[@charlesroer972]

@@Fixmix78 it’s cool havin a land mark carrying my name . Ill never get there to see it but it’s good to know it’s still there

[@stephenvessels9483]

"It's the times in between that matter." Beautiful. Joys upon your home.

[@carlmorrey5410]

Loved the way Josh covered his mouth for the expletives....lol

[@GRid-yk2ru]

In regards to the door carriages. At the 5:00 mark. It looks like the carriers are identical cast parts. From what I can tell, it looks like one set of rollers are worn away a lot more than the other set. I know you don't want to loose the rustic antique charm so if you can't source a match to what you've got. Stop by a machine shop, they can turn up a few new rollers to match the less worn set you have. If you were nearby, I'd make them for you. On that note, people were commenting in the previous 'door' video about how loud it rolls. If you're going to have rollers made anyway, that would be the time to get them made from nylon or UHMW. A tough plastic would roll a lot more quite on the steel track. Keep up the awesome videos. Have a great new year.

[@davidvelen9835]

Happy new year, Josh please wear eye protection when using the angle grinder.

[@mariabug5047]

Yes, please 👍

[@heatherphelps6512]

I love everything about your house, family and the life you have created. Thank you for allowing us to share in your adventures.

[@chrisrobles2012]

Just when I was about to take down the Christmas lights. Break time

[@samvalentine3206]

Same here! Gotta catch up with my favorite family! 👍

[@robinmyman]

Just the tree to go...everything else is away at chez nous.

[@zzydny]

I didn't put up a Christmas tree. Instead, in a vase on the sideboard, I have a dry branch from one of the trees in my yard and I re-decorate the branch for various seasons and holidays. Sounds silly perhaps but it's a soothing and amusing thing to do. And I enjoy it more fully than I ever did with Christmas trees.

[@vic2265]

I would suggest before the next house addition that you put a pole barn type workshop up so you have a place where work can occur no matter the weather and you arent limited to what days you can do certain projects. Lookin out for ya Josh! Great work guys!

[@andrewrobertson8300]

Always impressed, best wishes from Scotland

[@marali1411]

Hi,you all are an adorable family ! I enjoy watching your channel always,and now,your new channel too : ) Thanks for sharing your wonderful life.Kiss to Chuck,is so sweet!

[@nomadus169]

Don't forget to use protective glasses while working with the metal

[@watcherofwatchers]

Don't forget to be a Safety Sally.

[@dennis2376]

@@watcherofwatchers Better to be safe then up with metal sliver in your eye. See it happen.

[@illegitimate0]

He can type that to you because he has all his eyes and fingers.

[@laurieg673]

I've dug more metal out of eyes than I can remember.. 🤦

[@SagebrushRambles]

With metal, while sanding walls, while using an electric sander with long hair..tie that back! The list goes on..

[@Albertwildhorseshoer]

You both are hard working. There is not a lazy bone in your kids or in you!

[@mladenjerkic6105]

That wall refuses to get fixed hahaha. Great stuff, u motivate me to build my own A frame! Happy New Year!!

[@virginiamschatz5180]

Always fels good to complete "that stubborn wall"....your house is soooo inviting....keep the faith!!

[@georginawatson9374]

Happy new year ,have a great day.

[@brucecox100]

The high roller allows for debris. It is the lead roller, sits higher to avoid jambing or catching on debris

[@mandyleeson1]

Thank you guys💜and please give my love to Chuck❣️

[@UmExPeaoNaAmerica]

I love your texts. Full of wisdom, experience, and elegance.

[@tomas5376]

Everything would be perfect if Josh would only start wearing safety glasses now and then! ¡Prospero Año Nuevo! 🥂🥂🎊🎉👍✌️😊🙏🏼

[@michellelane225]

You are such a joy to watch Erin and Josh. You have a beautiful family and an amazing home. Sending love from 🇬🇧 xx

[@Terry-lu2dr]

I know editing is just as much as building, Best to you both.

[@debbievermilyea4037]

....blown away by how you two work together. The pride and admiration you have for each other shows so clearly, also. It's a beautiful thing. (Couples want to be able to admire their other half but when no one is doing anything what's to admire? ) Amazing back breaking work. Bravo! It all looks great so far.

[@jeanetteg3346]

Would it be an idea to put black chalkboard paint on that wall? so that you sweet little girl can make drawings with colored crayons! ..win win Love from the Nederlands 💋🍀

[@mama-at-home]

Love this idea

[@colinstace1758]

Chalk not crayons 👍😊🇦🇺🦘

[@jeanetteg3346]

ohw yes Colin, i meant colored chalk 😊🙈

[@janwilson1497]

No! Personally, I’m done with chalk dust.

[@AMentorway4u]

Seems like you all lack for nothing and what you need you All have the smarts to get it done. That my friend is Priceless. God Bless.

[@Vixinaful]

I love that damn sheep

[@Jonzuber]

Your doing a fantastic job Josh, building a house and home is a very satisfying endeavor!

[@rose-marielundholm3597]

You've come so far🥺

[@erikroberts8307]

This past week, I have had the great opportunity to see some of WWOG's earlier videos (2 years ago) when Erin and Josh were just getting started. Yes, they have gone a long way in such a short amount of time. Great job!!!

[@manasacharyya3338]

Wow. So much changed since I last watched your videos. Then you were just getting started. And look at you now. Looks really beautiful. Your videos too are so well edited. Do consider making a full documentary about your journey. All the best. Cheers

[@TheSmartodd]

Imagine what Josh could do if he had time to build a workshop ;-) ;-)

[@andyhuckle]

thats phase 6??

[@khaledhammad3731]

It is truly wonderful and impressive that a couple build their home hand by hand from start to finish ....💌🏡🎆💞👍

[@MS-hd8yq]

I found the lack of channel lock usage disturbing 😉

[@carolyost6733]

Wonderful time watching you guys. Nothing ever seems to go like one thinks it will, but you always figure it out. Nice job.

[@spacecat5517]

A door on the master? Uh oh. Here comes another baby.

[@wjhann4836]

I hope so 😍

[@RYBAT]

Nah, just keep practicing

[@rose-marielundholm3597]

Most people have a door to their bedroom-_-

[@clarkclarke]

really??? for your sake I hope not for according to you there should be copious baby making because of a bedroom door ....and that my friend is kinda weird ...to me 🤣

[@ingridassoon6958]

For sure watch out guys😂😂😂😂😄

[@lindam.1571]

I just love how kind you are to your animals! ❤ Your home is beautiful!

[@ofmyownaccord]

Does Erin edit the videos? She's gotten so good at it!

[@WildWonderfulOffGrid]

Yes 😊 thanks for the support!

[@laurieg673]

She's getting very professional at it.

[@stevehaken]

Regarding the move of light switches behind the sliding barn door, you might want to check out the Lutron Caseta Switch (3 way with dimmer) PD-6WCL-WH-3-A . It is paired with the Lutron Pico remote switch PJ2-3BRL-WH-L01R. It will save you from doing any wire pulls. The remote switch communicates to the main switch wirelessly. I have used these extensively and saves a LOT of $$$.

[@dennisackroyd5551]

Josh, hate to say it but you need to wear safety glasses when grinding...I know someone who almost lost his eye because of doing the same thing. You have too mush to live and be thankful for!

[@susanhogan8649]

Unbelievably beautiful and amazing. You guys are something else. What an inspiration.

[@davep4240]

Just realized how much I missed watching Josh doing electrical work....

[@paparog7310]

It's just nice to see what you all have gotten done. Thank you for letting all of us watch.

[@robinmyman]

New house Erin...snagging list for the builder? 😂😂😂