Off Grid Cabin Build | Sheathing the Exterior Walls

[@andrewmaiden3738]

This is a great channel because it isn't pretentious with click bait headlines. They just get on, get it done with no fuss. They do justify and deserve higher subscriber numbers. This will be one very impressive and unusual cabin when it is finished.

[@plbettis]

Not a big commenting person but you guys need to be praised for your work as well as safety. God Bless!

[@jim6390]

❤

[@rarpcprinter1641]

Of all the Alaskan Cabin content creator couples on KZbin you guys are the best. You work well as a team and as individuals doing your part. Your knowledge and techniques are sound, well reasoned, and your workmanship is superb. This structure will be amazing when its done! Best wishes to you both, subscribed!

[@WhyHandlesNow]

The approach on this build is just awesome. It impresses me on every video. Chris needs to start an Alaskan cabin build company!... in all his spare time.

[@gaudywidget]

I don't understand how this channel only has 62k subs?? Love the content guys!! keep it up!

[@partypooper4080]

It’s because he’s not showing off his wife like others do. I stop watching once they do that.

[@gaudywidget]

@@partypooper4080 yeah its so obvious when they do that. Im with ya on that.

[@judyporche9125]

@@partypooper4080 I absolutely agree with you.

[@jeffreycoon9634]

@@partypooper4080you took the words right out of my mouth.

[@andrewgee241]

They don't post on a regular schedule. To build a dedicated following you must post once a week and on the same day.

[@TallBob1962]

I like that while he is not slow, he takes his time and does each task deliberately. And when there are options he chooses the stronger one even if its a bit more expensive. This is going to be a very well-built and strong house.

[@ehonterblanche8545]

So beautiful to see the way the two of you complement each other. Really love the support of your wife. True reflection of teamwork.

[@StephenMarrs1975]

I like that..I use blue tools too..😅.. you are a damn good carpenter too

[@lenprice6315]

There is no way in this world I would get that high in there. You are my hero. I love your videos. Keep up the good work. …..Tiny ( Len Price ) Houston MS

[@kathrynletchford5114]

Keep up the good work guys. I love your content, no faffing about, just straight to the job. I also love your dog. He is gorgeous 😍. Please include him always.

[@alaskatrac]

Hi, I live up in North Pole, east of Fairbanks and have enjoyed watching you build from the start. I am a 74 year old senior who has built a small home and several log cabins on my trapline and can very much appreciate all your hard work. I also know the uneasiness of working at the top of an extension ladder. In a pretty horrific accident I slid off a 20+ foot high roof and broke my neck and back but was pieced back together with titanium and am outwardly, good as new. I was not wearing a falling harness as you are wisely using. My best wishes for you and I will keep you in my prayers. God bless you both. Dave S from up north

[@sarahschlosser1203]

So impressed with how you two work together and how mindful you are of safety and saving your body by finding the right tools to help.

[@jeromeplourde3425]

I am a carpenter and it’s really nice to watch you guys take your time and making thing the proper way and love your tools by the way milwaukee team ❤

[@coralsancetta7242]

I love your content. No telling us what you are doing for half the video. You just get on with working. I love the occasional nature pics. Thank you for being hardworking, but most if all, REAL.

[@clgriffis56]

Just a helpful trick, take two 2×4s and a pice of osb the same length and sandwich the osb in the middle. Rip the osb so the width is half inch short and put it together. You can then use that to hold the end of the osb after you start the cut. It will hold that end while you finish the cut and not bend your saw blade and act as a 3rd hand. Great job, guys.

[@earlhildebran1733]

That requires a lot of courage to work on those heights. My hat is off to Chris for his dare devil work. I like how Chris is so methodical with all of his work.

[@jamesslaton8696]

I am a builder, and I just gotta say this is a top notch build. Loving the project! Thanks for filming it!

[@chrisjohnson2244]

I'm so enjoying watching your progress, thank you so much for sharing your lives and story with us.

[@SEA-U2]

Thank God it's Closed in Your Safety Was on Minds of Many probably Held you in Place Your Both Amazing 👍😊🙏

[@samuelbarber14]

I rarely comment on KZbin videos, but I really feel that I need to concerning your immense undertaking. You two are doing an amazing job in a very difficult and challenging environment. Your project and the way you work together is inspiring and heartwarming to say the least. Hang in there and the effort will all be worth it. Especially to everyone that keeps dialing up your channel to see the latest developments and progress. I am just not understanding how you channel only has 63k subs.

[@traceyosterlind14]

Very much appreciate proper use of safety gear demonstrated on KZbin channel!! It may not be glamorous, its how I would like my husband to stay safe on the job!

[@anndoig2459]

A remarkable 2 person effort.....so efficient and carefully thought through. Also excellent tools which brought to mind the old adage.. ''a workman is only as good as his tools'' Fascinating to watch as the A frame goes up. Well done

[@suzyschore5014]

I do have to say your guys ingenuity is really impressive. I so enjoy watching you two work so well together. ❤ you two are going to be a stronger couple after this build and in the future. God bless you both. 🙏🏻

[@justme5544]

Your big dog needs his own channel. He is hilarious!

[@murraydorrofield4826]

Watching from Australia you guys are one of the best DIY channels my wife and I follow awesome job so far on your home build

[@kathrynletchford5114]

Watching from Aussie, here as well.

[@chrisfindlay5963]

Your video's are first class, your skills are amazing. I look forward to your video's. You include so much in each video so I realise you can't put them out as quickly as I could watch them. Amazing work, you work together so well and the work you are doing is great.

[@donaldshields2483]

I’ve been watching you people for quite a while and you have done an excellent job. I would’ve never been able to go up on a ladder and do what you did to work together very good so like I will keep watching you for quite a long time now and really enjoyed it, so keep up the good work and God bless

[@tjh4619]

The kind of spirit that made America great in the first place--may your relationship with each other be blessed

[@jim6390]

❤

[@danmcdonagh8924]

I like the fact that you very innovative and you have things planned out I see many who struggle , make a mess then put it on vid to teach others the wrong way of doing things. Good job. Love your vids.😂❤

[@paulcoupland]

I am glad that you put safety first. All the best to you folks.

[@susanalexander1892]

Ditto to all the positive comments. My husband has commented over and over that Chris’ previous job must have been a construction company owner or foreman or maybe even construction engineer. He does outstanding work. 😊

[@susanalexander1892]

Katie does a great job explaining everything they are doing in their videos too. Y’all work great together. 😊

[@donnnaa865]

Love watching the build progress,you two both do great work and I can tell you must do a lot of planning and research . Make sure when you’re finished ( endless jobs I know) to relax for a bit . And I know you get lots of tips and advice and watching you build I think I would invest in some used scaffolding it will always be useful strong and can be used as shelving or packed away. Get your mates or family that work in construction to start looking out for cheap stuff and tell them if they drive up can stay if they bring some with them .😅

[@carmene3534]

More people have to watch you and how you lift up your siding (OSB), because you have it down to a science! WHEN YOU'RE LIFTING BY YOURSELF, THAT'S THE WAY TO GO PROUD OF YOU

[@hobie695]

That was a nerve wracking project. I know you will sleep better knowing that is finished. Well done.

[@deanflint2239]

You folks are doing a great Job and I am sure you will be happy come winter not having to shovel snow off your roof!!

[@johnroquemore2184]

Love content. Need more episodes. How about every two weeks.

[@michelleborig7759]

Love watching your videos! Also love how safety conscious you all are (other than going that high on the ladder!). Thanks for using that safety harness...I could actually breathe seeing Chris up that high, especially when wind was mentioned. Bo way, not me! Y'all are doing a great job. ❤️

[@judyeuller7602]

I am so impressed with you guys. I have absolutely none of your skills, but I find watching you educational AND I'm not constantly worried that you're going to hurt yourselves, like I am with another KZbinr couple. I watch.

[@suedavis681]

I am so amazed at your attention to detail and safety. I am watching a couple of others who are building their homes. After watching your videos I find myself silently screaming in my brain “No! No! No! That’s not how North To Alaska did it. You are to be applauded for excellent workmanship and a great channel.

[@househen1]

Looks really nice. This Grammy does not like heights so this was scary for me to watch. I can’t imagine what it was like for you guys. I’m glad you have the safety harness.

[@jeffsizemore6869]

You guys are awesome I think you guys are an inspiration to the younger generation. Seeing to people do so much

[@edwardboone9403]

Smart choice! Bigger ladders are safer ladders! I'm a big guy too!! I told my wife that you have the correct building plan! Stronger is Better!

[@RobinJones-ow9oz]

Your husband is so smart he amazes me I love watching y'all y'all my favorite channel

[@smeefamily54]

A wet and muddy dog deserves cuddles and kisses. By someone else though! I used to install free standing 68' towers. No safety equipment. Looking back I should have had my head examined. Watching you go up the shaky ladder and deciding it was not safe is a good example to ALL watching. "Never risk it". I rarely watch any videos all the way through, but your videos I find very well done and really interesting. Take care and please stay safe. PS: Pat on the head for the pup, please.

[@trentcarbino921]

I agree about the pup. Seems bored often. To be fair, it might just come across that way with the little bit we see.

[@katedee5890]

The two of you are absolutely fantastic! You've accomplished so much since your last video with good materials and good hard work. Kudos!

[@a.m.k6143]

You guys work so well together. Just love watching your channel. ❤

[@driverguy7]

It's good to see you using safe practices as you build your A frame house in Alaska. Good Job! Thank you for sharing, have a good week!

[@davideyres1628]

First class work well done the both of you retired bricklayer from SOUTHAMPTON ENGLAND UK

[@jshepard152]

🇺🇸 🇬🇧

[@Hawksnest1976]

Great job guys i’m a retired. Union Carpenter living in Washington state I never was a housebuilder. I was a commercial carpenter. I like your videos know exactly how to do stuff right

[@Hawksnest1976]

I watch all your videos

[@debbiehamiton9305]

WOW!! Absolutely amazing Job.

[@BruceWitcpalek-ws1rh]

I’m willing to bet you sleep really good at night, because you work your butt off on your house. You might be dreaming of ladders all night long though. 😉😊. Fantastic build skills and may God bless you and your wife through this build and keep you safe !! Thank you for sharing your knowledge ! ✌🏼😎🍻

[@chuckhorner3758]

Amazing progress on your cabin. I hope you are able to get it al dried in before the snow flies. Working on the upper portion of the end walls is risky business. For me, having been a US Army Paratrooper, the height would not be the issue, but rather the nature of the work to be done. You guys are doing amazing work!

[@angelinajalbert3420]

Very seldom does my Husband find my KZbin channels interesting…. You’ve turned him into a fan! He’s a Health and Safety guy, I could hear him saying, “If you aren’t sure, don’t do it!” And then you switched ladders!!❤ He also said you are a braver man than he! Great vid and team work!! Can’t wait to see your progress.

[@debbietrebilcoe9441]

My word you're amazing. You're skill determination and drive to succeed is amazing love watching you both and your dog is adorable.

[@MoroKejo-i7q]

Great video, from West Java, Indonesia !

[@northtoalaska2022]

Thank you! 😀

[@donaldshields2483]

I’ve been watching you guys for a long time and Chris does a hell of a job. He’s a very good carpenter and I’m sure he’s a very good husband so you guys keep up the work and I’ll keep watching. I don’t think I could do the letters like he doesI’ll keep watching God bless

[@jshepard152]

Great Alaskan pyramid! One of the Seven Wonders of the Great White North! Just 29 miles north on State Route 42. Turn right at the black mailbox. Admission only $7. Kids free. Free parking! Free ice water!

[@maximecasavant734]

Even my knees are shaking ,ma I admire you knowledge & work habit you have ,& an excellent helper. keep up the good work .Love& always look forward to your updates . thanks

[@pinkywilliams8063]

Well Chris, I was holding my breathe several times during this video. Thanks for sharing Katie & Chris, your place is coming along nicely.

[@pacificbushcraftandfirecra6358]

Nice work! Safe and methodical.

[@carlapierle8623]

Absolutely amazing what you've accomplished with just two of you! You have definitely thought through how to go about it safely and efficiently!!

[@BruceWitcpalek-ws1rh]

What’s not to love about this KZbin channel? Absolutely a top notch channel, indeed. ✌🏼😎🙏🥇🥇🥇

[@FunwithBooboo]

It's so good to see you getting weather tight for winter 👍 👍 👌

[@jewels7832]

Nice job on getting the end walls put up. I know I was nervous watching Chris way up there 😮

[@johnnyhunter4345]

Red, my favorite color!!!

[@cb4874]

Youth isn’t wasted on you both!…. I am so proud of you two!… really excellent progress. This home is going to be so solid and beautiful . I am excited for you to finish and move in!

[@keithkenny4576]

We missed your vlogs, we need more not less.... ❤❤😂😂

[@jimmygraham5693]

Looking great, you two must be sleeping great after the day you put in. Very soon you will be working on finishing the inside. Great job ❤

[@ronhicks8271]

That’s going to be one sweet cabin

[@victorlindsay9986]

I love the attention to detail and THE NUMBER OF NAILS!!! I need stock in that nail company! Keep up the great work, this place is being built to last!

[@wadefortune7874]

Land of 10,000 nails! Great job. Fun for all of us to watch. I understand days are not as much fun for you both. Your home built by your hands. Thanks for sharing.

[@deannaoverstreet4146]

Wow! Both of you work really hard hard! Winters coming! Thank you for sharing!

[@lynnpike988]

Great job editing! Just enough detail to see how you did it, but not too much repetition.

[@easjrmain]

Everyone of this videos will be a good learning for your kids. Good job folks.

[@wernerstruebing116]

Phenomenal performance by the two of you, well done and stay safe. Greetings from Germany

[@denaephan1200]

Amazing teamwork! Thank you for sharing this journey. You're inspiring as always.

[@DouglasLeslie-b4h]

Such wonderful teamwork, and I’m really impressed how carefully you guys really work together. And I think it’s also wonderful that you take a lot of security measures to keep both of you Secure and safe. Like so many people are saying, and it’s also clear to see how much effort that you put into building is wonderful and beautiful A-frame. I myself had the dream to do what you are doing but very unfortunately, my wife died and not long after that I had to have a liver transplant because of a nasty virus that slowly destroy my liver. So, watching your videos is very fulfilling at least to watch a Beautiful couple fulfill through you and your wife, my dream. I pray for you both for strength, and that God keeps his hand over you. Take good care. God bless my friends. Perhaps, if you and your wife decide to go to Europe, maybe you could stop in and visit me here in Wiesbaden Germany I really wish it could be the other way around that I could come to Alaska and come and visit you but I guess for me, that will have to remain a pipe dream. So stay safe because you know as well as I do safety and patience should always come first. 🙏👋🥰🌻😉

[@donnahubbs3407]

Great job, you guys. I'm glad you are playing it safe. Sometimes, I watch people and wonder how they are still alive. Can't even imagine what the nails aline cost you.

[@northidahodreaming5657]

Enjoying your videos. Certainly getting your value out of that nail gun. Must go through a lot of battery changeouts. Excellent teamwork!

[@judyporche9125]

Nice work you two!

[@robertconner5126]

I would have never been able to go that high on a ladder. It's good that you have a safety rope. You are a good team.

[@briankeithfisher7305]

I bet a lot of hard work prepping to get that OSB in position. Clever way to raise the boards. You guys are doing brilliant work!

[@carolyngregory9354]

Great video. I love watching you build your cabin, and work on your homestead. Chris, you are so safety conscious, and thorough in your building of your cabin.

[@johnflickjr3460]

Love you guy's

[@nzbrickie4082]

Awesome work!! when's the housewarming party?😆😆

[@peggyday236]

Getting excited, its starting to look like a house. I think you may have it closed in before winter gets bad!! Glad to see your guard is on duty.

[@LoriL-c9v]

Yall are awesome. Always on the lookout for a new episode. Scary watching the ladder scenes and happy to see the harness. Can’t wait for the next episode!

[@briansullivan961]

The oriented strand board O S B 4X8 plywood as two sides! Label in lines out. Looks great 🤙

[@TheKDubW]

I've painted and done construction that high on a ladder...your legs get a little rubbery. Also, from the ground it never looks as high as when you're on a ladder 😂 Chris, when you use the router remember that you want to conventional cut verses climb cutting. Climb cutting pulls the router forward in chunks rather than the smooth flow of conventional cutting. You'll notice it's harder on you and the tool when you climb cut. Go up from the bottom or down from the top to accomplish that. Nice job as usual!

[@mikek4024]

Enjoy your videos, and seeing how much a couple can do on their own. I can't believe you put up the house wrap right side up (so you can read it) lol, passing a smile your way!

[@stephenpacovich7724]

Like an addiction WE NEED MORE VIDEOS LOL

[@northtoalaska2022]

A new video will be available by tomorrow morning ❤️ We had to travel for a death in the family so progress on our cabin and video production has been on the back burner.

[@AlaPic3005]

Really Really amazing ya’ll. Ya’ll’s work is a labor of love but that doesn’t mean it’s not hard work. Keep those harnesses tight and feel everyone cheering you on!

[@pgrosebud2012]

I am grateful you are more mindful of safety than other DIY KZbinrs I watch. Using a block and tackle with a screwed plate makes the lifting of the OSB sheets so much easier and safer than trying to muscle them up a ladder.

[@kathryntwitchell1026]

Good job! We love your content and are always eager to see the next installment of your beautiful home build. My husband was born off grid before there was an off grid in a log home in south-central Idaho. He says to tell you that he's sure glad you are up on the top of the ladder doing that sheathing...and not him! It will be a lovely home.

[@dianerychkova9083]

well done, you both work so well together. I'm loving watching your place coming together.

[@richardgarrison4848]

The only way to "LIVE", make the best of it no matter what.

[@seanalex4833]

Great Job !!! I'm glad that you got everything closed up before winter.

[@peterthrupp3133]

Love your work, your work arounds, sheer grit up the end walls., but you work smart.

[@StevenEverett7]

You're both doing a great job working together. I'm enjoying your progress.

[@pintobeans2973]

You folks always have the right tools for the job. I'm impressed.