Inspection PASSED: Trench Fill & Finish Grading Our Land! // Mobile Home Renovation

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In today's video we share the story of our rough electrical inspection results, and back fill our 300 foot long power line trench! We also install foundation drains to our mobile home block wall foundation, and back fill and sculpt the land for a final grade with positive drainage around the home with the use of a skid steer. Let's go!
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[@kathycole9443]

It's so good to see the boys actually playing in the dirt instead of being on electronics all day. I have pictures of my boys doing the same. Kids being kids.

[@sam-and-angela]

Oh yes! Ours do have tablets, but that is downtime activity and not the mainstream for their interactions. :) They're outside a lot by choice!

[@KJ-jq9pq]

@@sam-and-angela Ok, so one of your boys builds a house, the other builds Star Wars death rays...I see a fully functional Death Star down the track. Lol! Grats on the electrical pass!

[@tommiejones1072]

I agree, what a pleasure to see children enjoying the outdoors. Children should have clothes to get dirty!

[@kscheuerman5378]

@@sam-and-angela I always enjoy seeing (& hearing) your boys playing outside in the dirt, having a ball!!!!

[@maryjemison1101]

@@sam-and-angela The Boys are Precious 🤗

[@denisewilson8367]

I was screaming at your brother to get on the same side as the dirt and "skid" the dirt into the ditch. Then he finally did it. Ready to see the decks go on. You looked like you were having fun with the skidsteer.

[@maryjemison1101]

He looks like he knows what he is doing👍 🤩

[@Old_Man_Pete]

I was doing the same, I'm watching and saying "what are you doing??? Push the dirt don't scrape it" as if he can hear me lmao

[@fadedglory1045]

Lol same!

[@gailmaree7719]

The groundwork around the house looks great! The kids are living the best childhood they can.. outdoors..fresh air ..learning life skills. Well done mum and dad!

[@mjrehwalt46]

I could watch you guys all day. Your family interactions are wholesome and funny (I miss the good old days and I'm showing my age), your videos are artfully edited and your choice of music is always aw-w-w-w-esome! Bless you both for being you and sharing with us.

[@carlapierle8623]

Considering the amount of work involved with digging that electric trench to their specs, there should have been balloons and noisemakers along with telling you that you passed!! Well done, Hallelujah!!! 🎉🎊🎈 You can count the projects remaining before moving in on one hand now! I am SO happy and excited for you! Love seeing the boys playing in the dirt and using their imaginations. They are precious! As always, I look forward to seeing you the next time.

[@karengarrett1606]

Such a nice landscaping job around your home! The slope is so perfectly visible with no grass yet but when you do plant grass oh my it’s going to be gorgeous! Your videos are so fun to watch and I swear you two are losing a lot of weight!!

[@dianecrowe2280]

I bet that they had never seen such a tidy trench. Good job!

[@kathyhennigan7807]

Really liked the drone footage. You have a beautiful piece of property. Can't wait to see all the trim finished and porches/deck built!

[@brendakilberg5727]

There's something so solid and permanent about your home now! Well done. Move day is getting closer!!!

[@POSMhorsefarmer7]

Something mesmerizing about watching machinery being worked. A real Blessing seeing God working through one of His family's togetherness accomplishing necessary goals for a homestead. Angela, dynamite sounds dangerous? Coming from a lady who works heavy motorized ton equipment and uses a power saw that can cut off a limb? Understanding how is half the battle. Sam, great job. Thank's brother.

[@aubreyjackson9770]

Yay...You'll be moving in soon! Can't wait to see the place when it's all finished😊

[@OldCritters]

Yay!! Moving forward!! Like Kathy Cole just said it’s good to see kids being kids playing in the dirt having fun that’s a direct result of “Good Parenting !!” Your so close to moving in!👏🏼Carrie 👍💞

[@redmapleleaf4617]

LOVED these close-ups of the boys and it just still blows me away how similar one is to mom and the other to dad. The little guy with the dark hair (Isaac??) even smiles and nods his head like mom! So adorable! Both of them.

[@ninabooker2904]

It’s so awesome to see the boys playing outside, using their imaginations, in the sunshine and fresh air. Instead of inside on electronics. Sam & Angela you have made a great life for your kids. God bless your family.

[@brendahaire8824]

Can’t wait to see the inside of your home. I know it’s going to be beautiful. After you you put your new siding on the house and finish your landscaping you will have a brand new home.

[@judysebold1436]

You can’t go away, when the inside is finished and the porches are done, you need to find something else to do, I love you and love watching you guys are awesome

[@sam-and-angela]

Oh don't worry, we're not going anywhere! :) We still have the exterior of the home, plus all this property to convert into a beautiful homestead! :)

[@what1dreamt]

Looks so good! I'm with Angela, porches and decks!! And flower beds!!

[@stockyirish]

Gotta respect a young man who utilizes kyber crystals in his shields. MTFBWY.

[@sam-and-angela]

Strong in the force, that one is. :)

[@RumMonkeyable]

Congratulations!!!!! Wow, thought there would be a signed "pass" document....or something. Guess because of the extra work required to complete the trench, there would have been fireworks, bells and whistles...or something going off! 🎉🎈::::teehee::::: Just EXTREMELY happy for you! 👍👏💪👊❤❤❤ P.S. Drone footage is AWESOME!!!!!

[@sam-and-angela]

We didn't even get a paper! :) Just an email with a tiny word at the top: pass. LOL

[@jesusislord2457]

Print it and frame it in case the interwebs die.😁

[@kevinlondon8340]

@@sam-and-angela you should turn all that land in to a sod farm $$$$

[@Katzbynite]

"We'll leaf blow you first, then hose you off"..NOOOOO...LOL! " Does the camera see a face" while face is showing up on the camera! I know it is a relief to have things moving along to get into your home. It really is looking great! Looking forward to seeing the progress!

[@tamistone7344]

Hi Sam and Angela! Exciting you past inspection! I'm sure this is such a relief to you all, and also getting it filled in! A big thank you to your awesome brother so willing to help you both out! Getting all the ground work done is a big accomplishment done too! I'm so excited for all of you, to be able to get moved back into your home! Thank you for the great video! Excited and can't wait to see the next one coming up! God bless you all, and take care!

[@katiejohnson8693]

The two of you are so inspiring, my wife and I bought an older 87 mobile home on 2 acres and we are slowly improving it. We love watching your videos for tips and ideas. You two make it fun and very educational .

[@sam-and-angela]

That is awesome! Best of luck in your projects, and thanks for watching!

[@rozetiamomoh2044]

You guys never disappoint. I love it! Best on KZbin. The little guys are so cute. I call the older one the architect and the younger is more engineer. Just makes my day.

[@susieyarbrough9845]

Sam, are you still working your “day job” along with all this renovation? Y’all are such hard workers and I enjoy watching the transformation! I found you a couple years ago when you were doing your kitchen renovation. I’ve been a faithful follower ever since. 🧡

[@sam-and-angela]

I am! :) I work until mid-day for them, then the rest of the day is for everything else. :)

[@sharonaxelrod4608]

The view along the trench was awesome. It brought to mind all that was involved in getting to that point. I am sure that is probably the best homeowner dug trench that was every inspected in Tennessee or elsewhere. You read and understood the specs. That's why it didn't take them long to approve. Outstanding job by all involved. Adam did a wonderful job. Nice to have a helpful brother around. I'm getting ahead of you, but next year when you reside the Palm Harbor mansion what are you going to use? It is already a wonderful home; it will be gorgeous when you are done. Bless you all.

[@sbkhider]

You asked on a post whether we would like long but completed projects or shorter but not completed projects for videos. I want whatever you will put out! Short videos, I'm here. Long videos, I'm here! Either way I'm watching!!! I love you guys! Feral kids and all 🤣🤣🤣 You two are relatable and down to earth people! You are who you are and you show the good, the bad and the ugly. That's life, whether we like it or not, things don't always go as planned but we do our best. You show us that. And for that I thank you! ❤

[@1999JAMES.]

You might like a sun blocking canopey, or steel RV carport. Made to shade over your home. Cooling costs could be cheaper too.

[@jeanepilgrim4926]

I'm so happy for y'all! Please work safe in the heat. I can just imagine how excited you are!

[@naubaucat]

It's good to see the boys having fun outside. When my kids were young I couldn't keep them in the house, but now I look outside for the kids. They are in the house, and it's too quite. You guys are doing an awesome job, and it really gives me inspiration. Be blessed.

[@angelacross2216]

You guys have done an epic amount of work on this property, it’s going to be fabulous.

[@connieverbeck1110]

Congratulations!! I had a dodge the bullet moment today, too! My featherweight sewing machine has been on the fritz for several months. Finally bit the bullet and took it 4 hours away. The guy looked at it and within 5 minutes determined the needle was in backwards!! No charges!! Woop woop!! I ended up dropping $130 there, so they didn’t do to bad. And hubby got to visit a woodworking store. Bought 7 blanks. So a good day for him, too.

[@keithwallick7440]

Sam... the opening drone footage from 1:34 to 3:43 along with the editing and the Beautiful music was just awesome! Absolutely loved it! It looks like your long journey of struggle is about to pay off. Congratulations! We will be with you as you sprint towards the finish line! I wonder if you thought as you embarked on this journey that you would have ever had the struggles and the outflow of cash that you've had?

[@sam-and-angela]

We NEVER thought it would cost this much. We priced and researched things in 2021 when we got the land, but didn't expect companies to do price adjustments in early 2022. The worst part was the power trench. Both in labor, machine rentals and costs, and the extra add-ins and costs from the utility company. It hurt the most.. our 2021 quote was $1,000 while our 2022 cost ended up being about $8,000.

[@terryhenderson424]

The concept of "playing tractor" was probably a lot more fun than the reality of getting all of that dirt pushed back...When you see it in this video, you dug up a LOT of dirt when creating that trench.

[@betpatpatten3840]

You're little home is beginning to look a lot more like a home! That slope drainage tube drain came out beautiful to take the water away from the building. I can't help but wonder are you planning a deck on the front or the back? I think the backside would give you more privacy for things like a barbecue. You'll have the nice view of the woods and the children's play area. Maybe a front smaller deck at a later date. Also the siding of your home from a distance doesn't look too bad. About the only thing I can think of to make it look more modern would be vinyl siding that looks like wood but was painted. But that could wait till next year. Will you be able to move In shortly? You mentioned the black pipe coming up out in the field. Do you think maybe three metal posts and some fencing around them over it might be an order? That might stop you from hitting it with the tractor at a later date. Your place is looking so much better I can't get over the lovely changes now comes the fun of putting flowers and bushes wherever you want to put them!! Have fun now guys. After all the hard work you put in getting this far that could wait until later in the fall when the weather cools down considerably! Kudos to all of you for the good hard work.

[@happydays59]

Wow, what a lot of work! It's looking awesome around there! The boys are so creative with the LEGO 😍💕

[@brendahogue5487]

Now to get the electric wire into your home and get out of the camper

[@sam-and-angela]

Not yet... still more to do :)

[@joycejones2979]

CONGRATULATIONS!!!! Now you can finish your home and move in! I’m sooooo happy for y’all! God is so good! Can’t wait to see the old girl put back together and y’all comfortably living in her!💕

[@therealcraigsutton2740]

Nothing no better than kids playing in the dirt!! Great job Mr Sam & Ms Angela

[@ranakia543]

I was glad to see you finish up the electrical inspection so you can move back into the house. I also like seeing the way Sam put the dirt up against the house.

[@wilburnh]

I’ve got to say that I am glad that I am not alone in remembering the movie Powder, lol. Sam, your movie knowledge keeps me on my toes.

[@mikepetitt9624]

Love how you put drains every place 90% you will not need ,but on those few times you do you will be very happy they are there! I’m really looking forward to watching you install the mini splits ! When i finally get my big shop shed over here I want to install one ! So hoping you do a nice long video on that thanks!

[@yolandatorres1015]

Loved the footage and music!! You did an amazing job. It’s great to see kids playing outside with their toys. 😊

[@joetrudeau9033]

That looks great! Didn’t take Sam long to get the hang of that skid steer! Good job guys! You should be proud!

[@moalf5088]

Wow! You don’t realize the humongous task you did until you see it from above. What a great job you guys did. I’m sure your very happy it’s finally finished.

[@sam-and-angela]

It was a crazy job! We are soooo glad it's over now. :)

[@joanmarie6456]

Ooooh, I’m so excited about the porches and decks…can’t wait to see the sunrise or sunset with you as you enjoy your tea or coffee ☕️ you can make a porch so inviting with a outdoor rug a porch swing and a special outdoor light that shows off your beautiful new door. And the piece de resistance….a nice seasonal wreath and some porch greenery. Maybe a cushioned gliding chair or two with a pop of color to coordinate with your rug 😀👏👏👏👏

[@ej115]

I would think you would be liking that it is all underground about now. No power lines to look at for the next 30 years. Congrats!!

[@donnadunlop]

Morning, you two have done some very big jobs including moving your house , I am amazed, but, this one in my eyes was the most challenging. Kudos to you for a job well done and pass along to Adam a big thank you for helping you out. Everything looks fabulous and i can hardly wait to see the decks and Angela adding her flower beds. Congratulations on this big achievement, I just love watching you both take on a challenge.

[@marthahamp2109]

Didn’t know I could enjoy watching dirt moved as much as I did. Always love your work and the filming/editing and of course bloopers.

[@denisekeeth4595]

Sam that has to be the neatest trench I've ever seen dug on KZbin!!! Congratulations on getting all the passes.

[@sam-and-angela]

Thank you! I was pretty proud seeing it from above. :)

[@gailmaree7719]

Agreed Sam.. if a trench can be called beautiful..that one is it!!!

[@Masterclassonlife]

The Calvery to the rescue! Great arial shots. You guys are amazing. I'm excited for you to finally move in to your remodeled trailer!

[@debinbc]

Dad dirt never hurt lol Congratulations it looks wonderful and now you's can stop worrying.... Thank you to your brother 👍

[@danielheartsill4269]

Soooooo glad to know you passed and have that behind you. Congratulations.

[@deborahquigley5064]

I just loved that snappy little song while Sam was grading the yard. From this Tennessee gal to you, Dang good show! I have enjoyed your journey on restoring your Home Sweet Home! So excited to see porch and deck builds!!!😎😎😎😎😎

[@vernellpresident7173]

really looking good around there. Your older son looks like his dad and the little one looks like you. great family God Bless.

[@patriciabeyer7824]

Lol lol. You two guys can be really nuts! Lol lol. By the time you folks move in you will have turned an old trailer home into a new trailer home. 🙌🙌🙌❤️🙏☝️👍 Well done. Great job. ❤️❤️❤️

[@deannaoverstreet4146]

Precious babies! They are such good children! Love watching your family! The underpinnings is amazing!Thank you for sharing !

[@Crazy_Garden_Lady]

I'm happy for you that the inspection went so well! It was very nice that your brother helped you to close the trench! Was amazing to watch how easy he got it done with his tractor! It would be interesting to hear when and why you diceded to become a first generation homesteader.

[@staceywilliams7721]

Powder was a great movie! I had forgot all about that movie. I never knew it was possible, but I got car sick watching that last machine going back and forth 😆 😳

[@kcbguy57]

Almost electrified, definitely drainified. I can almost taste the move-in. Congrats.

[@lindaSee89]

🥳 Congratulations- So much sweat, maybe tears and working to the bone. Good Bless you and your family.

[@sandraridley6445]

Place a stake where the drain ends. Once grass grows around it, it is hard to find if and when it gets clogged. Ask me how I know...LOL..so excited for the big "move in day". Love ya'll.

[@masunshine2970]

Wow I missed a couple of your videos so I'm catching up. Seeing all the paint or almost all of the painting done and so much work done. I love, love, love the paint you picked, the Sea Salt, Satin Snow. If I wouldn't have seen you guys do all this work in this single wide I would have never believed you did such a fantastic job. I love how you ripped everything down to the studs and rebuilt everything including fixing all the floors. Amazing work, team work makes the dream work. Congratulations 💗 you two. PS, love the new floors also. So proud of you guys.

[@billiehuskins8129]

Then in the fall grass and trees !! You two can do anything

[@sam-and-angela]

Yes!!! Angela's been talking more about her "plans" for the yard. We will def. have to wait until cooler weather for grass sowing though -- way too hot now!

[@lbarney56]

Y'all have done a wonderful job with your move, remodel and property! God Bless Y'all 🙏🙏🙏.

[@theahalme]

Boy that hole showed how dry it is! Your older boy is an architect and engineer!!! Great job!!!!! Tell him I said so!!! Your youngest, so creative in his storytelling, maybe a writer someday!!! Tell him I said so!!! 👨🪀👦🪀

[@jamesconway4821]

You two make the perfect couple and your kids are growing so fast I remember the good old days when I used to play in the dirt like that. You two would make the perfect Mobile Home Park managers with all of your experience no problem would be too big. Congratulations on passing your inspection and things coming along so nicely.

[@linnsoltwedel]

You have gotten really good with the skid steer! Like a pro!

[@sheilaburris778]

I'm so happy you passed and now have power. I bet you guys where jumping up and down knowing you could Finley fell in the trench....

[@jaynebennett3401]

I love watching your family doing whatever you are doing, filling holes, catching Praying Mantis etc, enjoy your editing and music selection!😃

[@joellenbroetzmann9053]

Isn't it amazing how you had just enough soil to cover? God is good! He always does that when I'm canning by running out just at the top of the last jar!

[@TheWoodHaven]

Looks great. Every homestead should have a skid steer. It's sure on my WANT list.

[@AZJH8374]

Where did you find that music? Sooo funny & your bloopers I always look forward to! God is looking over you all! 🙏🏻 prayers & happy vids!

[@kathycortez232]

Y’all home looks so big on camera y’all have a beautiful place out there I’m so jealous lol just kidding when you and Sam finish you will have a 2022 home everything will be brand new I’m so happy for you and your boys are so handsome the baby looks just like you Angelia and the oldest looks like Sam tyfs much love hugs and prayers and Sam let me know if you tryed black savle and if it worked for him I sure hope because bone Spurs are no joke🙏🙏🙏🙏❤❤❤🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸😘😘😘

[@kimhamburger6097]

You must be so proud of all you two have done. It looks so nice. Love the two dirty little boys. Great job.

[@charlene5461]

WOOHOO!! What a huge milestone! Congrats guys and gal!! So happy for y'all!! The rule of thumb is the dirtier you get, the more fun you have!! Them boys had one great day!! Hope y'all have a blessed week and almost smell them fried taters and onions already!!😄

[@marthabowser501]

You go girl! Driving the skidsteer... ! You guys are so fun to watch...love your sense of humor....you make me smile. Your boys warm my heart...they remind me of my boys when they were young. Love how you explain what you are doing.....

[@ctapson4374]

So happy for you guys, passed your inspection drama free. I love watching your family and all the work you are doing to make your dreams come true. A fan from Great Falls, Montana!

[@50spirithealer]

I am so happy for you all! I know how stressful waiting for something like that can be and how anxious you are feeling to get moved in! Passing your inspections has taken a lot off of your shoulders! Looking forward to seeing you finally settling in and enjoying your hard work! Always awaiting your next video! Thanks

[@sam-and-angela]

Thank you so much!!

[@richo2895]

Kinda thought you would have laid some gravel or crushed rocks around your drainage tubes might've help with the water coming off the roof... I'm am truly impressed with your progress on your new Homestead!!!

[@leaneko]

You did things RIGHT! YAY... And one other thing is if anyone can do it Sam and Angela can!

[@garysoykin2783]

If you had a little Hey or straw that would be good to put on top of the pipe so your sock doesn’t get clogged that’s what we used to always do

[@tommyandoletakendall7043]

So happy for ya'll! That light at the end of the tunnel is getting brighter and brighter. You both amaze me with your energy and work ethics. You keep me smiling and always looking for the good in life. Can't wait to see the next episode!

[@julielee2297]

So excited for your latest blessings. Thank you for sharing your life - the ups and downs. Trusting God to continue to carry you through this life journey of a new homestead

[@sam-and-angela]

You are so welcome

[@dianecollier7862]

You can get the filtered sock already installed on the drainage tubing to save some time. We use to make it in Ontario and trained how to produce and manufacture the filtered sock in N. Carolina. It's awesome for sandy soil area's or quick sand to remove the water from around your property. The place is looking amazing you you'll be moving into a brand new house. Well done to you both and the kids helped a lot too!!

[@kimchandler2532]

The boys are so adorable! Gotta love boys! Sure love mine!

[@janetkoball44]

Thanks so much for letting us so the excitement going on in your neck of the woods. Yes, skidsters and such are pricey but very needed sometimes. Angela, you looked like a real pro driving it. Children playing around work areas always make me cringe. Glad you all have eyes in the back of your heads. Enjoyed it. See you on the next one.

[@aprilsmith7760]

Well done on all your hard work Your wee boys are so cute being real wee children playing in the dirt 💕💕

[@KAMB_n_Jinx]

That music mad me smile so much. I’ve never heard traveling man sound so funny

[@Aliceinjonesville]

Amazing video! The drone footage was awesome!! You guys rock!!! How could you NOT pass inspection! Your work is a sight to behold! Kudos and much love to you all!!! 🙌🏼🥰👍🏼

[@sam-and-angela]

Awww, thanks!

[@rickyainsley2564]

I am so happy for y'all. Ya'll are getting so close of moving in your home. Your brother did a awesome job with that big John Deer. Awesome video.

[@anthonymiller8979]

I originally came to watch the woodworking but stayed to watch your lives as well. What a blessing to see you building your future. One of my favorite channels now.

[@teresaminick1169]

Happy for you both with great progress happening at your homestead. The boys are the cutest playing outside in the dirt. Good times as a kid is playing in the dirt, making roads for toy cars, finding bugs, kid fun all day. Lol

[@stephenreiner1523]

Always good to have adequate and or additional drainage.

[@mitziseyfferdt3866]

Lots of legos ❤️ So cute. Loved the mantis and the song 🙂🙃🙂Powder is one of my all time favorite movies. Outtakes were gr8 😂🤣😂. PS elephant sunblock...the dirt.

[@barbaracatalano6299]

That is some pretty work! It looks fantastic. Got that farmer’s tan going.

[@jennifervalentine7519]

Love the bloopers! 😂. So much work! Kudos to you both!

[@elainebuchka6533]

Sam & Angela, I ENJOYED THIS VIDEO AS ALWAYS!! Thank Your Brother, Adam for Me, Sam..If you and Angela would have had to shoveled that, I WOULD HAVE CRIED!! All the dirt & drainage work looks SUPER!! Getting SO CLOSE TO BEING BACK IN YOUR REAL HOME!! The Boys are SO Sweet, I love to hear them playing and to hear them tell the story of their Legos..Reminds me of when My 3 boys were little. Now it's some of my Grandsons... I SEND MY BEST AND GOD BLESS & LOOK FORWARD TO WHATEVER IS AHEAD, NEXT!!😍💖🙏 LOVE THE BLOOPERS & The 🎶 music...

[@audreywy1743]

congratulations on passing the inspections! It's going to look so good when you're all done!

[@timnewman1172]

You are lucky to have a rear blade you can flip around, I love my ancient "Cherokee" brand blade for doing that... That little Ford is super handy to have around!

[@timnewman1172]

And for guys our height, fueling tractors with a can is a pain in the butt!

[@lauriestueart6031]

That last music was hilarious and so appropriate. I loved it. Lol