Pulling Wire - Salvaged Mobile Home Rebuild

We are a DIY family trying to build a better life. We like to share projects and regular life updates. Our goals are to create a happy home, live healthy, develop our life skills, and see where our life leads us.
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[@brendapenner689]

Maverick made me smile when he asked his dad, isn't that to much wire for this outlet? He's so smart!!! And of course, his goodbye at the end is outstanding!🥰🥰

[@unfocused1]

Seeing the fringed skirt on the house makes me smile every time. :)

[@yvonnelucas-cessna4458]

I love how you explain things so clearly, and why you do things the way you do. This is the reason why you've given this channel the perfect name: DIYfferent. Very fitting title.

[@sharyn4271]

Exactly! That’s why the comments blow me away. So many questions and/or comments on precisely what they showed and explained in great detail, just to be followed up with “why”. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@driveinfan1955]

Thanks for sharing glimpses of Maverick and Belle with us. You guys must be great parents to have such wonderful children. I really enjoy your videos. 😀

[@lanaodell5890]

I enjoy seeing the kids too especially there artwork!!!

[@douglasbooker8330]

There is nothing wrong about being a perfectionist when it comes to your investments period. Take care and excellent progress.

[@missusjoe]

Eevee, you have grown into yourself, beautiful.

[@jesusisGod1434]

You always do such nice work.❤

[@diyfferent]

Thank you.

[@joycejones2979]

Doug, anyone that has watched you for any time KNOWS that you wouldn’t do ANYTHING that’s not “up to code” in your constructing of the mobile home. You’re so “low key” and “calm” that you don’t show your frustrations with some of the comments you must get. I think that because you are that way they don’t bother you as much. I think it would drive me bonkers! I think you’re doing a fine job as you have done in the past and I’m looking forward to every step!💕

[@brucevallee5623]

Comments have to be stressful at times. Seems like you are scrutinized on everything you do. I can tell you have it under control and who am i to te you how to build your home or raise your family. IMHO it seems you are dong great without my advice. Lol

[@galady8632]

@brucevallee ● I 10000% agree! Eevee and Doug definitely know more about quality construction and salvaging properties than any Contractor I have hired or that discussed projects with me. They definitely have more skills, knowledge and common sense than anyone I know. Eevee and Doug are amazing, there's no challenge they cannot overcome. And they are outstanding parents!

[@diyfferent]

We appreciate the sentiments. Thank you.

[@DonnaTerry-p8o]

Doug and Eevee, I think Uz guys are great, I like your life style and your children are smart and very respectful. I like how Doug explains as he goes was he a instructor in his days, he is very thorough.

[@Ann10999]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@pattycarosi9618]

​@@galady8632I Agree!

[@janemj3467]

Good morning ☀️ ❤the progress 😊my son is a journeyman for miller electric he is a perfectionist too nothing wrong with doing a good job 👍

[@debbralehrman5957]

I was thinking people asking about wires under the house. Hasn't anyone seen This Old House? You always see wires under the floor in the basement. Or even crawlspace.. Thanks for the video guys. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@sharyn4271]

We were replacing the underbelly of my home after the flood in ‘16. My son comes across a wad of multicolored wires; grabs them and yanks them out; my eyes got huge! Turns out they were the running lights for moving the home and mine had been immobilized. 🤣

[@debbralehrman5957]

@@sharyn4271 I Would have felt the same way. 😱🤣🤣🤣🌻

[@JDel709]

"I'm not saying it's a good plan, it's a solid plan." I will be using this phrase at my job from now on.

[@irenel.m.3238]

Doug you are a great teacher, Maverick will learn a lot,

[@wendyeader261]

Your channel is such a delightful diversion from all the social, political and economic doom channels, it's like taking a mini-vacation. I feel refreshed and hopeful after I watch the project progress and your lovely and loving family.

[@GratefulGma10]

I never thought about that, but each video is a nice break from all the garbage going on elsewhere. 😊

[@paulmoy9736]

Doug, you are the most efficient workman I have ever known.......if only some of the tradesmen these days were as careful. You are the ' Man of many tools' !!

[@ronnieroberts7189]

What s nice way to start my day -another video from you! Never thought I’d have strong opinions on wiring, but over the years, as our family grew, as my husband and I reno’d run down homes we could afford, slowly gaining in size and quality to building new thru’ sweat equity, I have developed definite opinions. We LOVE tidy, straight, labeled electrical! It’s a joy, actually. Lol. The irony is-two years ago we sold the last large home we built, as we are now empty nesters. It was snapped up on day one. What did we buy? Our very first mobile home, which has a full-length stick-build attachment, doubling the square footage-a cave-like fixer-upper with possibilities. We’re back at opening things up and fixing them once again. Finding some (cough) interesting and unique takes on how a home should be built and maintained. But-we knew this would be a project. My husband retires in 1 1/2 years, (I work from home as a writer and editor) and we’re aiming to have the place fixed up to our liking in our cozy, last, no stairs home by then. Hint-downsizing is a thing and feels like freedom.

[@clarelove3738]

I absolutely love it how Maverick knew that piece of wire was a little too long, shows how much he's picking up just by watching you over the years.❤

[@RRCRDA777-55]

Exactly my thoughts.

[@jafrompa1555]

Bye Maverick, I like how you disappear down! Hi Belle. Hi mom and dad. Love seeing you all today. Great job on wiring. ❤

[@paulaboynton8299]

I’m sure I’ve said this before, and I know, broken record here, but you two are so smart and talented.

[@pattycarosi9618]

Great work Doug I really appreciate that you explain everything as you are working. I wish more people were like you and cared about the quality of there work.. Have a blessed week! 🙏❤️ Bye Maverick! ❤️

[@ariel_at_home]

I love seeing all the work you guys do, even in the fun Florida climate. Dong and Evee you guys are such good parents! ❤

[@diyfferent]

Thank you :)

[@kaydefreese7586]

Your mobile home rehab is coming along nicely. When finished it is going to be a quality built home.

[@pamkaufman3662]

I have never done anything electrical in my life, but I really enjoy watching and listening to you explain it as you go along. I find it very interesting.

[@unfocused1]

Mavrick is picking this stuff up like a sponge! Smart kid!

[@sandracunningham2689]

"Bye" with a smile, what else is needed. Loved the "sorry guys I'm busy inventing" You do a fantastic job at building and raising kids.

[@leethebee1560]

Enjoying your build and watching your family on their journey. ❤

[@cheryllytle4955]

Making Progress! Mavrick is so cute!

[@Azoreanislandgirl64]

Doug, you do you and pay no mind to conflicted questions .

[@WakeUp01949]

The prettiest wire pulling and stapling I have seen yet. ☺

[@southernladywithmanyhats7428]

LOL that was cute the way Maverick went down out of the screen. He's a mess how he likes being on here with you guys. Enjoy it while it last, teenage years they get shy.

[@roseypeach8363]

I've lived in houses with, and without, kitchen windows and both served me well. Anyway, Maverick, I enjoy your personality 💛

[@zdoublins]

Excellent! I totally agree with what others are saying, this home will be much better that it was brand new. We lived in a mobile home for a few years & we now own one as a rental property.

[@hollyhasegawa4240]

Oh Doug I think you keep doing a good job at fixing up your mobile home and I know it will look so great when it is all completed. Thanks again for another great video, have a beautiful and blessed day, sending love and hugs, bye!! 🤗💜💜💜💜

[@Mari-B]

You and Eevee are such perfectionists. Maverick is learning from you all and will be able to do anything! He is growing up so fast!❤👋🏻

[@galady8632]

Somehow Eevee and Doug can explain and show how they pull wire so that it makes sense to me. Over the years I have learned much from their channel(s). Their teamwork is amazing. Belle and Maverick are respectful, fun, brilliant children that are also well-behaved. I would never consider questioning the Dream Team!! I am here to learn and I always end-up smiling. I am not here to question anyone.

[@eallenyoung5259]

Just wanted to tell you that when you shared your vision for the mobile home, it makes so much sense. Thank you for sharing your heart of hearts and Christian values quietly but also very strongly to make a better world for someone to live in. Blessings.

[@TubesSD]

Just love how you tackle your projects _ I like the way you 'bend the rules' and perfect the wiring etc, to suit your needs!

[@k2icc]

Nice to know about those new items for electrical installations. Thanks. Great explanations and details. It is like electrical home wiring school of wiring.

[@jacquicoder7160]

Great progress on what appears to be a very tedious job! I know you like to take your time and are very safety-conscious, which is quite admirable. Maverick, I like the way you are watching what your dad is doing and picking up on things such as recognizing that he had pulled up too much wire for one outlet. You are awesome!

[@SherryCalloway73]

Awesome day, I’m so glad things are coming along, I feel like it’s kind of going faster than I thought it would, but of course I’m on this side of the camera where everything is much faster😂, anyway I love watching the videos, y’all have a good week 🙂

[@brendahaire8824]

You always do an amazing job. Maverick is learning so much from you and Eevee.

[@CatherineBlaine-o9w]

my dad was a liscensed electrican back in the fifties and sixties. I used to help him some but mostly watched. things have changed a lot since I was a child.

[@loribillings3810]

Maverick, your smile is contagious 😊

[@sharonsardeson7992]

My favorite morning video...yay!!!! So sorry some viewers have to insert their parenting advice in their comments! You do a great job with your kids and viewers should use common courtesy and keep their parenting advice reserved for dealing with their own family. I enjoy all your videos so much and look forward to them!❤

[@kentcasey8132]

Hey guys. I have been watching yall since you started with the old single wide a few years ago. I have watched ever single video you have posted. I admire you young people doing what you are doing and I just want to say keep up the good work. Y’all are doing very well. Kent from Texas.

[@cherylsmith-bell6509]

You all are amazing. There is always a method to your "maddness" LOL! Electric part is a great puzzle to me, but you handle it with ease. By Maverick, your a big help, and it won't be long before you can do this too.

[@loserplanet]

"Do you really need that much for that outlet?" MAVERICK! OMG! You are teaching him valuable life skills and he's picking them up! 🙌🙌🙌

[@paulgeluso5793]

Moving right along . Maverick And Belle are getting bigger everyday.

[@ca6177]

Doug, you and Evee are doing good work! Im glad you've given your project lots of thought. Your kids are learning from you all the time. Don't worry about comments from people who forget their boundaries regarding your family. Take care!

[@sararatliff5872]

Eevee is so cool, calm and collected!

[@therealcraigsutton2740]

Everything is coming together nicely Mr Doug!! Great job as always Mr Doug, Ms Ashley, Lil Maverick, & Ms Belle!!

[@Jo.H.]

Hi Eevee and Doug, great progress today. Maverick is so patient waiting to say bye 😊

[@donnathecoach]

Ahhhh I love when Maverick gets his cute "bye" in there!! He's such a helper now, like his Daddy...

[@chalmadanes405]

So glad Stan is able to assist 😊

[@patriciasiefert7140]

You make it look so easy! You do excellent work!

[@glimmermomma4373]

Maverick you are the man!! Just know we love ❤️ you too Belle!!!

[@nannypat6520]

Great helping Maverick! Well done team!💕💕

[@Sunny_Chronicles]

Happy Monday! 😃

[@connieverbeck1110]

Good progress!!

[@pitsnipe5559]

Here’s a tip from an old electrician. Wrap a piece of red tape on the hot wire of your home run.

[@southloupriverhomestead4696]

Bye Maverick! Thanks for the video!

[@touchdown15nichols72]

I like your supervisor with the beard. He just watches and doesn't say a thing. Lol. You are the greatest family. Hi from Cape Coral FL.

[@boredpeanutbutter75]

I've seen and been involved in a lot of remodels/renovations, but I've never actually watched the entire process of electrical wiring being installed. And the only reason I did this time is because it was on DIYfferent otherwise I would have passed it up.😊 As quickly as possible, I wanted to share something that I thought the kids might enjoy doing since they're both so creative. You may already be familiar with the process --it's a very old technique. But if you take a cheap loaf of white bread and remove the crust, break up the bread into small pieces and drizzle Elmer's white glue over it-- it will make a puddy that can be shaped into practically anything you want. It makes really pretty roses. I used to make them a lot. You let them dry completely and then paint them or you could add food coloring to the dough and put stems ( before it's dry)if you want. I also would make sunflowers, toy food like hamburgers etc. for my daughter to play with. I thought Belle might like to try making flowers or even bug models 😊 and Maverick could make dinosaurs if he likes dinosaurs 🤷‍♀️ or turtles, robots, anything really. In fact, I think you would all enjoy doing it together just for something fun to do as a family. I've even made roses and rosettes and used them as molding on a piece of furniture I was refurbishing. Same for old picture frames. Just stain and varnish or paint after the molding dries. Anyway, I just thought perhaps the kids might find it fun to do. You guys have a nice day! Smooth exit Maverick!😊 Bye kids 👋 have fun!

[@growinggenerationshomestea516]

Take your time, I love it. Anyone who has watched someone do all the stuff you do in a deadline and time crunch it wouldn't be enjoyable to watch lol you explain so much.

[@Ree-Yepez]

Long time watcher first time commenter.. Thank you for your step by step directions for us newbies. You make it so easy to follow. My son and I are remodeling our 16x70 mobile home and watching you on several places now I know we can do it ourselves. We are living in the place so we are doing one room at a time. I have learned so much from you over the years, so I wanted to than you! And I so love it when Maverick says bye at the end of your videos I chuckle every time! ❤ he's so cute!

[@jeanniealford4234]

My kitchen is 90 ins from wall to wall with walk-thru. We have plenty of room for work space and walk-thru. I'm sure this kitchen space will work well.

[@irenegeorgemessinger1671]

you are so neat & tidy with your wiring, good job!

[@NancySimback]

A brilliant man!

[@oldgloryhillfarmturtlewoma9132]

Wow Maverick, you are super observant. Dada is so fortunate to have you QCing his work.

[@lindastefanski4330]

Such a great job on the wiring...so neat and tidy😊 just love watching your videos. Hi and bye 👱 maverick .👋 👾🤖. ❤❤❤❤ 🍦🍦🍦🍦

[@PegAMurphy]

mornin y'all have a great week 💖

[@HyacinthDaisyRose]

Well, i have to say i loved Maverick’s exit! Really cool! 😊

[@joellenbroetzmann9053]

This is more a comment about the plans you shared. I feel they are very worthy thoughts. And I think the same way. But with 74 years of extending help to others and watching my dad, grandparents, sister and nephew do much giving, please pray about covering yourselves well with liability insurance. Stuff happens. Try to keep that road of expense blocked for your family sake.

[@glendaprahl9525]

❤Good morning love the way y’all work together nice to see ❤

[@2winlock]

Really interesting watching the wiring process. 👍 Just a thought, would you maybe want a window to look out of in the kitchen galley. You might have already addressed this 😊. Good job dear ones!

[@diyfferent]

haha, yeah we addressed it a few times, and again in this video.

[@carmenmariacortesmarin2664]

The answer is at 25:32 to 25:55. I had missed it in this video. Guess housework distracted me, so I went looking for it just now.

[@2winlock]

Oh no, I will go back and rewatch! I think I get so absorbed in what you are doing that I forget to listen. Have a wonderful day!

[@patriciawilliamsn9605]

You have come a long way on this trailer! It will be perfect as is everything you do!

[@candidahl9380]

You two are so darling and it seems to me you work together so well. It's very enjoyable to watch the progress on your projects. Maverick you are one cute little man. Take care and big hugs to you all.

[@anitahendershot3754]

Hey Maverick! Cute good bye. Are you having a fun summer? I bet it's hot down there, it's hotter than usual up here in Wisconsin. I hope you get to do some swimming to cool off. See you next video, maybe.

[@amalias8888]

I think it's so cut how Mavrick looks just like his dad. He is such a sweet boy. He will be doing this kind of work soon. Oh, Mavrick, that was a great ending.

[@ps603]

Such a neat & Tidy job. Really looking great.

[@dkaysette]

I would love to have a link to the electric breaker box and wire clamps you installed, too. Another great video! When it comes to electricity, I WANT perfectionism! Thank you!

[@diyfferent]

The panel has the wire grip system built-in. It's model: HOM3060M200PQCVP This is where we got it: www.homedepot.com/p/Square-D-Homeline-200-Amp-30-Space-60-Circuit-Indoor-Main-Breaker-Qwik-Grip-Plug-On-Neutral-Load-Center-with-Cover-Value-Pack-HOM3060M200PQCVP/301278184 A larger panel is also available in the same style.

[@dkaysette]

@@diyfferent Thank you so much!

[@debbiealtman5373]

Great job as always.

[@diyfferent]

Thanks!

[@debbiealtman5373]

@@diyfferent your welcome.

[@beezhomestead6576]

You’re another step closer to looks great. 😊💕🇨🇦

[@yavrum22]

Awesome progress 👍🙋‍♀️ thanks for all your tips. Love seeing you all. Bye for now 💕🙋‍♀️

[@JoJoDragonslayer]

"Do you really need this much for this outlet?" I ❤️ Maverick. Little man is paying attention. Great job Mom and Dad!

[@debbymiller8828]

Maverick you are adorable!!

[@matthewboatman705]

I have that exact wire stripper and I absolutely agree with you. It always gets locked up on me and I don't catch it until I try to use it. The BLUE handled strippers by Klein don't do that, BUT, it does not have the insulation stripper part. However, it does have a 10-gauge stripper on it unlike the YELLOW handle one.

[@vickymcdonald1088]

Everything looks great guys.

[@terrypierce693]

You could run a solar tube on the roof through to kitchen. They are very small and only require a small hole. Very efficient

[@jeb3415]

I have two of these installed in my house and I absolutely love them. On a previous renovation Doug mentioned he does not like putting the holes in the roof and increasing the risk of water leaking. It is a legitimate concern. But my experience- it’s all about the install. I had a kitchen skylight lasted 22 years before it started leaking- seals got old and cracked and the 2 solar tubes I have only had 8 years but they are fine so far. It’s funny because with the one in the hallway (it looks like a ceiling light fixture) people are always looking for the switch to turn it off during the day. Lol. The one in my windowless bathroom adds beautiful natural light and a whole different feel to the rather small enclosed space.

[@liftoffthecouch]

Good job Mavrick was labeled. He could have been anyone! I noticed you worrying about making things pretty and perfect for us. It's OK, Doug. We know you're not an actual contractor. But also, it's your fault for being such a perfectionist about how you work. You set the standard high from the beginning. I'd still forgive you the odd twisted wire. 😂

[@kcbguy57]

Keep on drillin'. Thanks for the conduit explanation.

[@TnWonderer]

in my kitchen i have peg board on the wall... my dad put it up for me... he put one bys all around it to add spacing before screwing it to the wall... gives me extra space to hang pots and pans and utensils i use a lot.. but i did not know they had different sizes of holes... my last two homes we had the small holes... this time i grab the larger hole... don't like it as well but i made do....

[@sararatliff5872]

Great exit, Maverick!

[@vickiblum5315]

It’s lookin good 😊😊😊😊😊

[@robertmorgan2929]

Good Quality Job!! Thank you for sharing.

[@againstallodds0538]

Maverick is growing up fast! Can't help but notice at the end how much he looks like you, Ash!!! And Bell looks more like Doug! Precious kids ❤ Great job with the wiring guys 👏👍 Take care Have a great day

[@barbscarrow7300]

Well done Doug and Ashley and battery stapler is a bounce makes thing some much easer and the kitchen doesn't always need a window, things are coming together❤️🇨🇦

[@chalmadanes405]

That was extremely interesting to watch. It was a mystery to me. Now I know.

[@beckypage6041]

That was a good catch Maverick.( length of wire) Moving right along. You guys have a great week. Bye family 👋🏼

[@KimKinzer]

FYI when I'm working on outlets I will label the inside of the outlet cover to let me know which breaker to turn off. It makes maintenance, upgrades, troubleshooting easier later on.

[@samadamms3432]

I like the idea, but if covers got switched around I do see potential risk. Perhaps labeling the electrical box itself would be a safer choice.

[@brendariddle2349]

Things seem to really be going fast now. You all are doing such a good job in this trailer. Will be much better than when new. That Mavrick is such a smart & cute little guy. He too will be so talented when he is a man. You have such a wonderful family. I wish all families were like yours. The world would be such a better place. And it’s good you do not take freebies to promote. I like that. You do things on your own & are not influenced by others or their opinions. Bye Mavrick. Until next time. ❤❤❤❤