Our House Is Flooding

This springs torrential downpours have repeatedly flooded the crawlspace in our house. This is a major issue that needs to be tackled this week while we have the rental machines here that are capable of completing the task. While we work on installing a new drainage system we will also be over seeing deliveries of attachments and dumpsters to prepare for the next big task- demolishing a house.
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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 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"

[@irisclover6566]

My first time commenting. My husband and I are retired educators. We moved permanently to our vacation condo in Sunset Beach, NC when Covid set in. We found your channel on KZbin during this time and we have fallen in love with your “story”! We are currently building a house here in Sunset Beach and we follow several KZbin builders, but your family is by far our favorite. You cannot know how much your videos meant to us as we were “staying” in during the pandemic. Your children are precious, your husband amazingly smart and you are an exceptional mom, wife, and worker! Thank you for keeping us entertained with such high quality, down to earth, real-life stories! Please do not change your style or your videography! We are constantly sharing your KZbin with family and friends.

[@augustreil]

On the next drain tile you do, it helps to put landscape cloth on top of the stone before back filling the dirt. We usually use landscape cloth on the whole drain. Dig the ditch, line it with the cloth, throw pipe in, then stone and then wrap the cloth around the stone, like a burrito !

[@brelee-x3e]

One of the hardest working couples I have ever seen! May God always bless you all...from one West Virginian, to another. Erin is one lucky lady!

[@pgrosebud2012]

It is so nice that Chuck, despite his advanced years, is still inspecting your work- even down to the holes you dig!

[@stephenfurlong8947]

“Keep on keepin on” ….great job choosing the background music to match the task! Truth is, I almost always like the music you guys choose.

[@suedorfman7138]

I do too. It is always so right on with the task.

[@toliveischrist950]

That turkey loves your little girl. So sweet.

[@kellypetsch6453]

Your daughter she is the animal whisperer gosh she reads to them they just follow her everywhere adorable and you ended with a cliff hanger dang alway's a joy to watch your channel

[@jmorton2585]

It made me smile at the end. I was remembering when Josh had fixed the electric box on an episode shortly after those renters moved out. It was one of my favorites of seeing his skills.

[@dennislower4742]

A good thunder storm with that kind of view from your house is a sight to behold.

[@sammarino9063]

As much as I love y'all, I have to say, inspector Chuck, he won my heart. I adore him, and no job would be complete without him. ❤❤❤

[@marthareed534]

My husband and I watch your every episode. We live in Tennessee. You do a great job at explaining what is going on and the joy we see with you as a family is so encouraging.

[@nadinemcgregor199]

I love how you let the the farm animals range your hole property and they come up and watch you do your work up near the house ! How special love ❤️ it

[@ibenpishtoff]

My God, it’s soooo beautiful there, even during a storm! Erin your videography just keeps getting more professional every episode. I hope people realize how many hours it takes to produce and edit just one video. Looking forward to seeing Josh rip into that rental house.

[@chriswills9530]

Another great one with fantastic cinematography.

[@wayneknicely1873]

Not a single episode goes by that doesn't make me smile and laugh. Great to meet a fan who can now say they played a small part in providing a little support. I know there have been times when I wanted to fly there and lend a hand. But you just don't need it. Keep up the Great work. Looking forward to the demo. Be extra careful!!

[@wearetherabbits]

Many greetings frome the home of Bosch. Great Video, like every time . . .

[@ronjh6372]

Chucky says - Something doesn't seem right, you should never tick off the inspector. I love Chucky

[@garysuffern2142]

Chuck always makes my day! Great job ..Josh..Erin..beautiful family my hat is off to all of you ! 👍👏⚡

[@COTrailRunner]

I am always impressed by how much your videography skills have grown over the years! You are producing truly awarding-winning quality videos.... They are incredible, just like everything else the two of you put your minds and hearts to!!!

[@robertafunkhouser7535]

My prayers are for you and your whole family including the animals! God bless and good luck on the working of the projects y'all have to do!

[@brelee-x3e]

Amen

[@alansmth1729]

We had water flooding the back of our barn and we did a french drain then added a 4" berm 10' before the drain angled to the side we wanted the water to go. Works extremely well.

[@Sylvan_dB]

My "new" neighbor moved in a few years ago and immediately regraded away the previous under 4in rise across the barnyard. Now the complaints are continuous about "barn is flooding" (among other things). Some people prefer to complain instead of solve their problems and move on.

[@patc8053]

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[@kamsok6132]

@@Sylvan_dB It would be neighbourly to tell him how to solve his problem, you can laugh at him when he chooses to ignore your good advice.

[@Sylvan_dB]

@@kamsok6132 did that. Got a "friendly" letter from his lawyer. Was able to help him solve another problem but after a couple of seasons he now insists that it didn't work😒

[@kamsok6132]

@@Sylvan_dB It looks like your neighbour is the kind you wish he never moved next to you.

[@williamturner420]

I love to watch you two work together!! My two grandsons love watching your show with me all the time!! Keep up the Great shows... Thanks Bill T

[@davedammit5404]

Magnificent cinematography! Those scenes looking across the pasture with the hay bales, and later as the showers moved across were spectacular. Nice work on the drain. With Chuck inspecting it's sure to fix the issue. God bless you all.

[@stephenfurlong8947]

I usually only watch the WWOG episides once but I’ve watched this episode 4 times. It’s probably my favorite episode because of the technical details. The videography keeps getting better, the video and audio transitions were great, the music generally was great and I don’t remember the audio ducking being done so deliberately before. Not to mention great story telling!

[@jasonfoss9492]

You should/could run that drain all the way down the hill into some rain barrels for irrigation or...a natural pond! Get yourself some fish and a fountain and you got yourself a nice alternative for hydroponics

[@RVBadlands2015]

Yes that would be nice.

[@DVolvoguy777-x7o]

I second this! ⭐️

[@stevetheplumberbreeding7402]

Catfish ponds

[@triciasklodowske5653]

Hay where's Bruce ???? Haven't seen him in a very long time. Hope you salvaged all windows and doors and anything else you could. The weather is a pain this spring/summer !! Either to hot or it's raining ! Thanks for sharing. God bless

[@ladyloquitavida148]

Erin did it again!👍👍 Videography and editing perfection! I remember when you guys were clearing the land! Now, each video is a work of art! Much love to you all from the Colorado Rocky Mountains! ❣

[@chiefs95gochiefs27]

Great episode. Enjoy watching all your projects and your teamwork.

[@davidboehringer5750]

You guys really do have a wild wonderful off-grid life. When the rain was coming and you were rounding everything up I realized where you got the name. It fits. Enjoy! because life goes very fast. :)

[@bobt9948]

It does!

[@JFairhart]

David - “Wild Wonderful “ is the slogan for West Virginia. But when I Googled it, it now shows Josh and Erin as KZbinrs.

[@garypickering974]

Thank you for another great video. Glad you got a fix for the water flowing through the under house space. Think of the rain from the perspective of watering the new grass growth. That hay looks great all rolled up. We are glad to see that Chuckie takes his job of supervising very seriously. Stay safe and well.

[@stevemiller4148]

Can’t wait to see the house go. Erin, your camera works keeps getting better and better, some of the views and shots are incredible.

[@emmabicheno]

Not only has it always been my dream to build our own house, with a beautiful view, but to build our own house where we can watch the weather come in too would be the ultimate. You guys are so lucky xx

[@colingeer479]

Why I watch this channel: The different projects are always interesting to watch The workmanship is top notch The family's journey is real and engaging Josh is a perfectionist and an all round great guy Erin is beautiful, intelligent and a real trooper The kids are a credit to their parents ...and the animals are sooo damn cute! Plus you get the beauty of nature as a backdrop and each video makes you feel good. Thank you from Scotland.

[@hollargirl-w1e]

They have a second channel which is more about their family life.

[@petervitale3250]

Hi guys just want to say you have such a beautiful family ..im single and 45 years old and I really get enjoyment out of watching how much fun you have with the whole family and kids ..I wish I had kids and a wife ...I'm divorced so I know what its like to be married but kids is another story..Josh keep up the great work brother im a carpenter in New Jersey I run my own handyman llc. I love what I do and your natural at it... just watching you work its like you make it look easy cause your enjoying it I can see it on your face labor of love . Plus I love animals you guys got it all. Keep family first 🙏 don't stress over little things God bless you guys ...I keep in touch

[@glowingsme7943]

Can I just say how on point the music additions on this channel are? It really makes the entire production top notch!

[@seanorth]

This one’s E P I C ! Erin is like up there with the well paid film industry editors by now. The quality of this one is not only impecable, it’s proper WELTCLASSE! So inspiring and capturing through and through. Amazing work. I am totally in awe.

[@g2macs]

Erin, your editing skills are some of the best on YT.

[@abetterlife3088]

Love your video of the storm, goes to show that we have to answer to a higher one!

[@corywentworth5109]

I want to say Thank You!!!! I am inspired every time I get to see another one of your wonderful videos. Such a great team with a beautiful outlook on life, building your own future. Keep up the great work and keep these videos coming. Thanks again for all the great content!!!

[@Lino6655]

That turkey and Ellie are BFF 💕💕

[@michaelgerber3052]

You two crack me up your such a great couple and Josh is very talented and Erin you are beautiful and such a great helper

[@butwereallsombdyspecial]

Another beautiful video this one was exceptionally pretty with the sheets of rain and the lightning AND THE MUSIC 🎶🎶 great video ❤️‼️‼️‼️🙏👍

[@salihgulgun8774]

Great video.Nice music , great job.

[@codyjohnson1291]

What a beautiful life! Just a little envious :) I hope to get an opportunity to get a piece of land like this and build a home for my young family one day. Get away from the fast life and back to our roots! So happy for you guys and wish you the best!

[@nicole9516]

That view is amazing for storm watching! Leon was trying to help Josh not fail Chucky’s inspection on camera.

[@JosefLoukota]

I simply love your videos. Perfect cuts, sound and music. Great job!

[@robertemmons4799]

Be nice to chuck the inspector. You guys do not want him going to the department of aging. You guys are doing a great job with the build.

[@ronaldgaska4480]

Nothing stops your beautiful family from moving in a positive direction. Blessings

[@fishingmedic1]

Josh’s smile when talking about getting ready to tear it down 😆😆

[@maramirkin3325]

Missing this Sunday’s video, yet maybe with that French drain.. you were able to head oof and explore with the kids! Love this amazing off grid build! You are a wonderful family living your dreams! And wise to be off grid, creating a sustainable farmstead! That is the

[@maramirkin3325]

A necessary (viable) future.

[@fa5234]

The Editing & choice of music is great. 👍

[@danbodwell9566]

I recently started following your channel and you guys are doing an amazing job beautiful home beautiful spot and more importantly seems like you’re doing an amazing job raising your children too. Best of luck with your future plans.

[@MattBangsWood]

Rain, what a beautiful thing to see.. While it wasn't good for you guys, I'd love to see it here in California for a bit!

[@nobiedupree5916]

If I could send you some from Mississippi I would. We have had alot lately.

[@luciamollo4243]

Rainy season here in so georgia would happily share

[@margaretpigot5503]

A little rain north of the 49th would also be appreciated.

[@GotWire]

o so you hate guns your from California!

[@MattBangsWood]

@@GotWire Is that what being from California means? Heck, I just like the beaches. I’m locked and loaded. 😬

[@gfsrow]

Love the green scenery, and the rain! Sure could use some of that here in SoCal. Glad you were able to solve the water dilemma!

[@fuserk587]

My daughter who lives in southwestern Ohio had the same problem. Put a French drain on the east side of the house, and a cement barrier. But when they got @9 inches of rain in 24 hours the west side started flooding. So another French drain is going in. You guys are getting hammered with rain this year. Here in Southern California we’ve only had 4 inches in over a year. Send some of that rain this way!

[@RVBadlands2015]

For sure, here in Northern California we haven’t had much rain or snow pack this year. Oroville Dam is low.

[@danieloliver20]

I'm in SoCal too, ugh!

[@Likealion48]

I love seeing you guys working together. Its such a breath of fresh air with all the negative things happening in the world and affecting loved ones. "Keep on keeping on" You guys Rock and Stay Strong 💪 God bless you and your family!

[@cbquid2513]

Your daughter with her story time partner ... 🤗

[@philiplaing6904]

Chuckie was just checking to see if you got the trench deep enough. He may be old and slow, but he is very thorough. You are right if you are making hay, it is going to rain every time. Ellie and Mr. Turkey seemed to having a good time on the hammock.

[@narubizarate]

I always get so excited when I see the notification of a new video! I hope one day I'll be able to make my own house❤️ Keep up the good work! 😊

[@stephenhall3515]

Great episode. Last Sunday's was a bit "Hollywood" but this is back to showing the work, explaining it and seeing how your overall vision and working ways allow quick responses to emergencies without compromising plans for gradual extension. Your personalities harmonize in a rare way and it is great to see the boys becoming more involved appropriate to their ages. Time management is a particular strength and when it is done this well there is natural time for spontaneous time out as a family. Obviously Josh's standards of precision require more time than slacker people would spend but Erin's overall multi-management training fits with this. Getting it right saves time and expense in years to come and sets standards across the board. When I see a new video posted I hit the button "REAL QUICK".

[@sammybulin]

I love Chuck and that crazy Sheep Leon. The turkey cracks me up also. Love your videos.

[@michaelbuxton9368]

You are awesome! The way you live and more importantly work, love and share is simply wonderful.

[@shawnlynch6899]

we all love the knowledge yal share and values of your family. Keep sharing with the world. your doing amazing things

[@thomasb188]

I worked that hard when I was younger but now I get tired just watching all that work !!!!! Have a great day !!!!! :)

[@eslaynesemprevivassuculent843]

Eu amo o canal de vocês... Parabéns... Mesmo não falando o inglês entendo muito o conteúdo passado... Parabéns.. Acompanho desde o início da Fundação do chalé e a evolução dele... Me inspiro muito na União do casal em construir juntos... Beijos no coração de vocês

[@mikeoneil2281]

thank you for making my day better. i always look forward to seeing you all. great job on the french drain. take care and be careful

[@jamesperrie1393]

The camera work just gets better better, as good as any professional work I’ve seen. 👍👍

[@jonnies6655]

I am SO relieved that you did not make that house a rental. You saved yourself a ton of money and grief. Tearing it down is a very good decision. It should make good footage watching you two tearing it down and disposing it. 👍👍👍😀

[@karenreaves3650]

My granddaughter’s family are setting up their little homestead here in Florida. I referred her to you for farm and fencing ideas. They are fortunate to have a well also.

[@tracyspringer8887]

Great Job!! Love watching how the family deals with life!

[@simonr6793]

How bizarre! I've just this past weekend completed putting in a French drainage system in my garden, I've lived here 15yrs and suddenly with all the rain we had earlier this year we found our property kept on flooding it turns out we have a natural spring deep under the foundations and with all the rain it's the first time I've seen it fill up and come to the surface where it just keeps on flooding the garden etc. Only difference is i had to do everything by hand with a spade and wheelbarrow!!! Damn hard graft!! As always guy's 💯% 👍 🇬🇧.

[@katararose8724]

Erin your filming is exquisite!!

[@stanleygallman7800]

Great work install of the french drain, really there's still a lot of work to be done. But looking forward to the completion of the stone, the deck and bedroom wing. Although seeing the old rental being prepared for demo is kinda bitter sweet, thinking back to when Josh made the old electrical box to the house safe. But Progress is all about moving forward, and I know if there is a rebuild it will be so much better. You're really the most adorable people everyone in your circle must be so absolutely proud of all that's being accomplished as plan for an amazing future.💕🤭

[@MrRbrgrn]

Good ole Chuck making sure the job is done rite!!! But definitely needs a cape for everything he does!!

[@nine110]

Hey Josh!..your haircut is pretty darn cool and fresh forward. You even look younger.

[@genestatler2514]

That's a fact!!

[@aw3652]

This is one of your best videos yet. The music played so well with the video it had a movie like quality to it. Well done Erin, your skills continue to improve!

[@Chandan_kumar1992]

The rental property project will be a great one👍👍

[@bevnelson3678]

Good to got piping in and underneath is still dry. Awesome work guys your onto it.

[@57REDROOSTER]

Need to cover the end of that drain tile with a screen to keep critters out of it...

[@lcollins4313]

And their chickens too. That one chicken is always looking for a dirt hole to lay her eggs

[@carolyost6733]

Your videos always go by so fast. Your videos are the best.

[@sloanNYC]

I love how Josh is battling his perfectionism by repeating "It's temporary, it's temporary", it will be okay!

[@TDiem-vh9zv]

Right? So funny.

[@larscw74]

I love the sound of rain. That was a very important project you had left to do. It's really beautiful there.

[@IsThisAvailable550]

Your cinematography skills these days are off the scale. Better than a lot of professional projects I've seen. Thank you

[@billydeluca6776]

It's great seeing Chuck making sure you have the correct pitch for the french drain...

[@derrick1964]

I cracked up when Keith said “that’s not a big deal” 😂. Yeah he watches your channel.

[@rcs368]

Great cliffhanger ending. Enjoy all the hard work you both put into the video production. The result is one of the best storytelling documentarians of off-grid family life.

[@jeffreylocke8808]

Adapt! Overcome! Improvise! YES!!

[@huboftruthbymichael1921]

Fixing a problem with a smile. I bet the knowledge will be the best education you guys have ever had....I love how you tackle anything with a smile and knowing you will never walk alone in life. That's what makes it the best fuel you both have to keep going. It will pay dividends that cannot be matched any other way!! Cheers!!

[@danmooney6881]

The Little Girl always has the Turkey hanging around! lol

[@rexbabb4010]

I probably went through the process of you two building your family home 2 or 3x. The 2 of you are blessed with talent. Josh can do anything and Erin is right there with him.. You really are in God's Country out there. Peaceful and Tranquility..

[@kenadamson4535]

Just told my wife last night, haven't seen WWOG in a while, missed it ... glad you're back !!

[@markwoslum6754]

Videos every Sunday and every once in a while we get an early video like today.

[@ginawhite1451]

I vote your daughters Turkey deserves to live a long happy life. They are so adorable together..

[@joannak4640]

I couldn't click on this video fast enough!! 😂 Great video along with awesome music 🎶 thank you

[@jgivens1227]

LUV you all. Your daughter is the animal whisperer. The animals just love her. Please take care and be safe.

[@pepelepew4117]

As long as what you do is Chuck approved!

[@glabu5761]

I'm from Poland. I watch you too. Regards and good luck! You are both special!

[@TheRockerxx69]

French drain ! A must absolutely.

[@chucklogan7296]

I love sitting and watching a good storm blow through

[@Jeff-vt8kn]

With the excavator you should think about building a Storm Shelter.

[@monabale8263]

this.

[@garyhoe466]

In our area, you’re required to put geo-membrane over the gravel before covering with topsoil. This keeps the fines from working down to the drain tile membrane and eventually clogging up.