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In today's video two homeowners / a DIY homestead couple / DIY Family rent a Bobcat E32 mini excavator and install their own water system for building their new home. Water pipe: DriscoPlex 5100 1-inch SRD 9 CTS HDPE Pressure Pipe. Water mains install, water mains hookup, water mains system.
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[@philipbrazis8732]

So, you have fluoride in the water? Not good

[@GreenAcreHomestead]

We'll happily trade fluoride in the water for the chance of pesticides in the ground water. :) "The devil you know" type thing. Fluoride is cheaper to filter out, which we do for all our drinking and potable uses in the home/camper. We've lived in an area in the past where an entire section of the county was discovered to have dieldrin in the well water from insecticides used in the 1950s. Even after homes were built in the 1970s and the water was tested in the 2000s. The entire area's unconfined aquifer water source was poisoned and everyone had to abandon their wells for city water to be installed miles out into the country. Paid for by the state, but the tax payers in the end. This was only discovered when someone paid for an extensive water analysis be performed at a farm. After that the state stepped in quickly. So yes, we're happy to have public water where at least some amount of treatment and monitoring is being done. :)

[@philipbrazis8732]

@@GreenAcreHomestead true, we are dairy farmers, l wish all farmers could go organic, but now comes a point that saddens some of us farmers is, farm land being split up, not used for farming, so far you get a lot less yield per acre, but we want to live in a free country so l try to not say anything but it saddens me!

[@cmyers9518]

Whats wrong with flouride?

[@diyfferent]

​@@cmyers9518 The fluoride they add to public drinking water is an industrial waste byproduct from making fertilizer, aluminum, and even atomic weapons. Back in the '40s the gov had a lot of it and it was hard to get rid of, until they realized they could put it in our drinking water. Fluoride is often thought to be good for your teeth. But as we all know, it's not meant to be ingested, it's actually very toxic. Hence the warnings on your toothpaste. Consuming excessive amounts of fluoride can cause many health problems from dental fluorosis to osteoporosis and worse. On top of that, Fluoride is classified as a neurotoxin and also causes developmental problems. Also, you have to consider the morality of adding fluoride to drinking water. Fluoride is not an essential nutrient and does not contribute to water quality or safety. The sole purpose of it in your drinking water is to prevent or reduce dental diseases. So it is a medical treatment being dispensed in your drinking water without informed consent as is supposed to be legally required. There is also no way to regulate or know how much you are ingesting so many people end up with excessive fluoride in their bodies, leading to the health conditions I mentioned. Fluoride is also very hard to remove from the environment so it just keeps cycling through the water system until we absorb it into our bones. Most developed nations do not fluoridate their drinking water because it's not healthy and not scientific. Studies show that there is no difference in tooth decay from countries that do fluoridate vs those who don't. In fact, in some cases we have higher rates of tooth decay despite being of of the most heavily fluoridate countries in the world. Since fluoridated toothpaste is cheap and available to those who wish to medicate with it, there is no reason to continue this outdated practice. People just accept it because "they have been doing it a long time" and it saves the big corporations money while making us sick. As with most things, people just don't care.

[@juleswins3]

@@GreenAcreHomestead Not to mention the tremendous savings of hooking up to a meter vs. drilling a well!

[@lechatbotte.]

This was a win win. The outtakes rule. Watching the progress rocks and the youngster on the excavator who could ask for anything more?

[@debbiputman3482]

For several years after I bought my home in rural KY, we had a cistern for water. When we finally paid to get “city” water, the guys were on the property installing the meter the very next day. Oh, how thrilled we were to never run out of water again!

[@kickazcobra]

I’m 74 and the things I learn from you guys WOW, you are fun, entertaining and informative, since I’m retired and on social security my small way of giving back, is to watch ads all the way through and not skip any ads, hopefully this benefits you, I thank you for bringing us into your families journey.

[@GreenAcreHomestead]

So glad we can bring some enjoyment and entertainment! You're absolutely helping by watching the ads -- that's how KZbin pays us for our work & videos. So thank you thank you!!!

[@doingwhatican]

@@GreenAcreHomestead I usually skip the ads, but if that helps you then I too will watch them all the way through. As I am on just social Security income and can't help any other way.

[@karencatalano4349]

I do the same watch the adds,gives me time to get another cup of coffee or tea

[@kathycortez232]

I’m on ss also so if that’s help you i will watch them also I want you to thrive on your channel hugs and prayers and much love

[@donnadunlop]

LOL great out takes, and the look on your sons face when he was driving the excavator was priceless. Loved the video, congrats on the water to your land.

[@melonie9605]

The memories the kids will have of this time are going to be so good! Glad it wasn't wildly expensive to tap in. I like being on a well, but I hate it when the power goes out!!

[@laurieg673]

We put a hand pump on top of our well cap.

[@melindaivey4772]

Love the progress you guys are making. Elijah's face was beaming. A very happy little boy.

[@Katzbynite]

The smile on Elijah's face..Priceless! Early in the video he said he wish he could drive it and that was so awesome to see him wanting to just lend a hand! Great job!

[@bigtom1948]

I caught that MultiPass reference made me smile and I loved the movie. 😊

[@crinkle2649]

Water is just the first step to the new home. It's going to be exciting to see the rest of the steps, I can't wait.

[@maggiesue4825]

The joy on Elijah's face as he drove the excavator was priceless! Your family has come such a long way!!

[@desertgal_5042]

Did you just quote from The 5th Element.....lol. (multipass) You guys are really moving forward fast on your property. It's fantastic!!! So excited for your family.

[@dianapollex3266]

The best part of the video is the great big smile on your son's face when you asked him if he's ready to drive the excavator back. 🥰

[@kathistarns5361]

Looking good! Watching Isaiah brought back memories for when my grandaddy would let me drive his tractor!. Great job Isaiah 👏👏👏

[@jodijarvis1018]

I recommend 3-4” of gravel in a 6’ radius around your water faucet. Keeps the mud at bay.

[@kiddfamilyfarmllc9962]

Yes

[@dalecherry4044]

I watched a video from the past and understand you home school. Your boys are getting some of the best education you can teach. Everyday experience. Great video

[@GreenAcreHomestead]

Yep, we still do! :) We can't help but agree. LOL They're not only learning core education, but also lots of practical and trade-related skills too!

[@jaynebennett3401]

The smile on his face after driving the excavator was priceless! He will never forget the trust you had in him❤️

[@barbaravickroy7563]

The best part of this video was of a dad showing his son how to work a machine and then trusting him to do it.....actually brings tears to my eyes.

[@karendominguez2747]

Wonderful things are really taking shape, I can’t wait to see more.

[@lisalanham7433]

Omgosh!! Had an airhead moment, I had never even thought about using machinery to dig waterlines for folks out in the country! The things that I'm learning and recognizing in your videos are SO ECONOMICALLY SIMPLE and SMART. I'm glad I've tuned into your channel recently. Thank you! What a wonderful way for boys to grow up ♥️♥️♥️

[@dper1112]

What a great experience all of this must be for your entire family. Driving an excavator? How sweet!

[@mjoinga]

You guys are so awesome. It’s wonderful letting your kids participate and feel involved in the homestead

[@dragonflyneb8212]

Thank God for brothers.

[@laurieg673]

We taught our boys how to drive young. They used to drive our wood truck up our tote road and fill the truck bed up with firewood & drive it back. They would do firewood just be able to drive. Their driving instructor said they were the best most experienced drivers he ever had. None of them were ever reckless drivers.

[@kathybuchanan9470]

Love how you guys are living examples of how hard work pays off and you are teaching your children to work right along side of you. I'm a grandmaw and I've always wanted a baby backhoe of my own. 😄 Great job!!!

[@victorflores9790]

Great job Mom and Dad! Good to have our young children learning responsibility at an early age.

[@glenschumannGlensWorkshop]

Yoo Hoo, WATER! Love to see your son learning to use equipment. Takes me back to my days on my Dad's farm. You are giving him skill he can use for the rest of his life. Great job.

[@lindapeterson7166]

Hi Sam Angela & boys,so glad you now have water for your new homestead.Your boys are just adorable.That little boy was so thrilled to drive & did an awesome job.Have a wonderful week ahead.👍😊👏

[@crookedrowfarm6100]

One thing I did while installing our 800ft of water line to our house was install 3 frost proof faucets while I had the main line uncovered and added eight "trunks" for future additions. You guys are doing great!!

[@susiesmith6174]

Hi, It was fantastic seeing your son driving the "doo-flinky"!!! He's gonna make a great helper here very soon!!! Yeah!!!!! the out takes are back!!!! I love when you add them, always good for a hardy laugh or two!!! You are a great couple, teaching, loving and funny. Wish I could be lucky enough to be your neighbor!!! Can't wait for more from the new homestead!!! Take care, stay safe and healthy. Hugs!!!

[@peggywilson9929]

Happy times exciting for Elijah ❣️❣️❣️❣️

[@hogansmith2937]

I am so invested in this new adventure and can’t wait to see your home moved to the new homestead! (P.S. This is a formal request to forever include all bloopers at the end of your videos. 🤣)

[@GreenAcreHomestead]

We'll try our best to include them. :)

[@b.powell3480]

Hi Sam and Angela, I hope you put in a ball valve on your side of the water meter, just in case you need to shut off the water, instead of shutting it off on the county side of the meter ! Great video !

[@sharonlogsdon2894]

I am so happy for you and Angela getting water into your place. My husband and I llive in our 40 foot RV 5 months out of the year. We stay at a campground during that time that is close to both of our grown kids and our 5 grandkids. We love it! But there is no way I could be without my running water. So congratulations on a job well done Sam. I enjoy each and everyone of your videos! You and Angela are a special couple who doesn't try to be someone you're not! Honest, caring and good people. Great parents! I love how happy the boys are there on the land. God Blessings to the family.

[@rickysmith8099]

You made that little mans world he will never forget that thanks for sharing with us stay safe and healthy my friends

[@carolannbolinger3795]

I’m so glad you are starting on your new place

[@rhondaskipper64]

It’s like you guys are coming right along 😎

[@3msannie]

Super great step to have your water in! Pretty good excavator skills Sam and passing them on to your son, even better!

[@ronvera]

We are in the East Texas Piney Woods and for us to connect to the local water Co-OP whose line is about 3/8 of a mile away from our property, they wanted $14,000. That is just to run us a line. So we had a company drill us a 660' well for $21,000. We hear the local co-op has frequent outages and "boil water" notices. Y'all done good.

[@GreenAcreHomestead]

Oh my goodness!!! Yes, we will NEVER complain!!

[@rubberdc]

What a FANTASTIC opportunity for Elijah ! I bet he enjoyed driving that bobcat .

[@lorenmeyer5290]

Excellent job Angela, Sam, Adam and the boys!! Loved watching! God bless y'all!

[@tommiejones1072]

Love that you taught your oldest to drive that machine. What a trill for a boy or girl.

[@oliveacres7743]

Just had ours replaced because lightning fried ours and about four other neighbors meters along our road. We use to have a Doublewide on our farm and had it torn down and had a modular home built. Almost had a neighbor who would take the double wide until he found out what a water meters cost to put in. So the double wide came down but made for some good videos for the KZbin channel.

[@karenphillips6801]

Amazing job saved yourself so much money. He was so happy driving the smile on his face . Your so blessed 🙌

[@amandaholt1979]

Love that y'all show bloopers. I really needed that tonight

[@GreenAcreHomestead]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@131dyana]

Drive a small stake in the ground at both ends and run a string and that will keep you on a straight line. God bless.

[@jgivens1227]

WOW, how cool it was to see your son drive the machine. How awesome, they are really growing up. Please take care and be safe

[@jimmason5738]

That boy won't ever be the same. He's now an equipment operator. As a plumber, I say you done good. I'm 62 yrs old and I've never learned not to wipe my hands on my clothes. My wife gets aggregated at me.

[@laurieg673]

Lol. My husband's clothes "disappear". He's to afraid to let me see them. I buy shirts in bulk at my local $1 thrift shop.

[@GreenAcreHomestead]

Thank you! Glad to hear it passes a plumerologist's inspection! :) The SDR 9 pipe was not cheap, but man it was easy to install and has a super thick sidewall!

[@ukpatriot]

What cool parents you really are Sam and Angela, the kid is a natural love watching your videos keep up the great work god bless you're family.

[@karlab9557]

Moving right along!! So fun watching Elijah drive the excavator! I was excited with him!

[@LynneAnn51]

When you hook up your water to your RV, use a brass water regulator for safety. 👍👍what a great job your all doing, exciting to watch, your boys are learning so much. 👍👍

[@donnalemmond5603]

Making memories!!

[@diyfferent]

Looking good. Installed like a pro.

[@GreenAcreHomestead]

Thanks!!

[@BigDsHomestead]

Just curious if you added a water pressure reducer? When I bought my new place 2 years ago, I had a "t" that went to a hydant and the other to my mobile home. I already had a reducer where my water entered my home, but I should have put one right out from the meter because the pressure was so great it blew out all tbe rings in my hydrant. I took it back to lowes. My meter kept showing I had a leak and thats when I realized what had happened. Shark bite makes a good one for up to 400lbs + of pressure. Not for sure how far along you are, but this would be really good insurance so to speak for your water.

[@BigDsHomestead]

You 2 should have borrowed Doug and Ashley for a while. All 4 of you would make a great team. I guess they could use some help too, getting their Florida homestead up and going. Both of you coues really inspire people to do their own stuff. I love both your channels. GOD Bless.

[@loganfl21]

So blessed y’all have county water. I live in East tn our well ran almost 20,000 it was crazy

[@kathymcinvale3387]

I don't think there is anything y'all can't do ! Way to Go Sam & your Brother!!! I love watching your adventures! 👏😊

[@floief]

That was interesting. I hadn't seen a hookup for county water before. We're on a well here, which is nice, but we gotta keep an eye on the weather in winter and fill up buckets (and the tub) with water just in case a storm knocks the power out. With your county water you won't have to worry about that. I can hardly wait to see what's next :)

[@GreenAcreHomestead]

Our well house and well system seems to always ask for attention in winter time. We're looking forward to less work and thinking with a system! :)

[@jesusislord2457]

That Bobcat is a ditch witch on steroids. It was good to see Elijah handle the excavator like a boss! Big hugs! Big respect! Big love! ☮️💖🙏🇺🇸🇮🇱✝️🙌🤜

[@djterry1218]

Sam, you would be surprised at how many men your age do not know how to do anything. You are a jack of all trades. It is so great to see that you are teaching your children the same skills that you possess!

[@GreenAcreHomestead]

That may be why I've never had friends my own age... I relate more to those older than my age has been. LOL :)

[@deanbarr5740]

Nice work Sam and Angela. As a Utilityman for the Gas Company I would've put a Tracer Wire in the ditch with the Water line for future reference. In our state of West Virginia it is code for installation along with a caution ribbon placed after about 6" - 8"s of cover dirt on top of the water line. Two years ago I had to put in a new gas service line about 900' from the meter to my home. I was required to put the tracer wire in the trench first, then the 1.25" gas line. The tracer wire serves two purposes, the location, and the depth of the water linefor future references. About three months later I had run about 100' of water line to the City water Service tap, and I used the same method. Trench, tracer wire, taped to the water line, then 6"s of cover dirt, then a 100' of caution ribbon 6"s above the water line. "Just a suggestion". Makes life a little easier if any future excavating is going to be done. Good to see your son having an interest in equipment. That made his day.

[@GreenAcreHomestead]

It wasn't required in our area, and I considered it but decided not to in the end. The cost was the main reason. Copper is outrageous right now. The other reason, and my own justification, is that this is a straight run from point A to point B. And we have the video for future reference. That being said, I hope I don't regret saving money now. :)

[@ronaldclemons5520]

Love you guys. What you see, is what you get. Just being plain is more interesting. You guys are moving forward, and I see you guys on your new place soon. Blessings on you guys, and be safe. Seeing your son drive was awesome, but little brother was looking like, when is my turn. I remember my dad letting me do the same things🙂

[@GreenAcreHomestead]

We really appreciate that! Over the course of our channel we've sometimes felt we're "not doing it right" as far as growth on KZbin, but we can only be ourselves so it is what it is. :) Little man sure was wanting to drive, but will have to wait until next time. :)

[@jobo320]

I'm going to dig a trench for a water line install in north alabama next week. This was so helpful. Thanks!

[@phyllisstein1837]

I cannot get over how adorable your kid are! thank you for sharing your videos.

[@GreenAcreHomestead]

Glad you like them -- videos and kids. LOL

[@michael8208]

Hey Elhijah. It was so cool that your dad let you drive the bobcat. You did awesome!

[@joethanks3745]

That boy had a ball driving The bobcat. Something he'll never forget!

[@sandybehanna7704]

Great video happy to see that you got water.

[@hubertwebb9869]

Most people put a plastic bucket and lid around the bottom of the shutoff, cut so it will fit around the pipe and put the gravel in the bucket so that dirt doesn't fill up between the gravel.

[@rubberdc]

Good afternoon Sam and Angela .

[@tomscorner3656]

You should have laid caution tape one foot above the water line the length from the street to the spout. This way you ever do dig you will fine the caution tape before hitting the water line.

[@mawacal]

i think thats is so cool your son drove the excavator. i remember driving a tractor at my cousins farm when i was very young. life lessons

[@tinamariegregory3130]

Hallelujah !!! This is wonderful ! God bless you all.

[@kellygillis2483]

Love the outtakes! You two make me smile!!

[@markjames8268]

Sam just a suggestion but when it does come time and you have moved your home in, build a for lack of a better term a well house over that spot, gives you a nice distribution point for all your water, a line and a cut off valve to the house, say one to the green house or garden and so on.

[@GreenAcreHomestead]

That's a really good idea! Central distribution point, with access to things. :) I like it!

[@crystalh1402]

Tehe 🙃 I like the part where Sam says up close to Angela and then bonks her with the hydrant but best part is driving the excavator !! 😁

[@carmenmariacortesmarin2664]

Absolutely thrilled to see your progress! Feels like Christmas!

[@meganbutton4320]

So cool! And you really made your son's day by letting him drive. 😊 Love the bloopers! 😁

[@joellenbroetzmann9053]

Fantastic! It is so fulfilling to have that big project on the done side of the lst.

[@deannaoverstreet4146]

This is wonderful! So happy for you!,,

[@teaberrywmn]

There is nothing you two can't do! Thanks for sharing.

[@estellaknox9285]

Everything looks so neatly done.

[@karencary3312]

It will be so good to have water at your site. Placing a large flat stone at the base of your water spout will help disperse the water as it hits the ground and prevent making a muddy hole around your pipe. Love all your videos.

[@jamesblissett9452]

You work like a professional plumber. Good job. 👍🏻

[@cliff5240]

Another great video! Your son is building skills that will last him for a lifetime and making so many memories! Frost at 12 inches is great. Here in Indiana the Frost line is 36 inches and when I had a water line and two hydrants put in this summer they trenched down over 40 inches to be safe. Please leave the bloopers in at the in, we all need a good laugh considering the world we live in today.

[@amma3536]

Wow, that was amazing to watch! Take care and God bless!

[@virginialewis9854]

I love how you let your son drive the excavator!

[@GreenAcreHomestead]

Oh yes!! :) He loved it too! He actually drove one before -- when he was about 6. He's always remembered it and brought it up at every mention of another rental. :) I was happy to help refresh his skills with this one.

[@Loveyousweetie]

You are the sweetest family, love watching your channel, god bless ❤️❤️❤️

[@markwheeler67]

Good job guys!!!

[@auntmaryspals7978]

Wow, that was really interesting! Maybe you should get a couple of bags of those stones and put them around the pump so that you don't get mud when it's turned on? I'm so happy for you!

[@GreenAcreHomestead]

Oh yes!! We need mud-mitigation-measures. :)

[@gailmaree7719]

Well worth the hire fee. Great job guys. The kids seem to be loving the country life.

[@tonygough8713]

Moving right along, I am excited for you. Thanks for all the good videos.

[@jomac2913]

The smile on Elijah's face says it all 😍

[@reneebrown9391]

Time to give Elijah a raise! He's a terrific excavator driver. A true Tennessee farm boy! I'm so excited you're moving along so quickly. Septic next?

[@GreenAcreHomestead]

He's ready to go now! :) Septic won't happen until after the home is on the property -- grading the house pad will cut into the land too much to pre-install the tanks ahead of time.

[@Hollybank5]

Congratulations 🎈🎉🍾🎊!!!! Looks like Elijah had loads of fun 😎👍

[@b.powell3480]

Please take pictures of the water line for future reference, that way if there's any issues with the water you have video/pictures!

[@Buen-dia-777]

Or you can watch this video on you tube again. LOL

[@TheFiberFrontier]

Big machines...fun!

[@deanakunc378]

So awesome you could do this yourself. What an accomplishment!!!

[@suesweetpea7]

AWESOME JOB SAM, ANGELA AND BOYS. LOOKING FORWARD TO THE NEXT VIDEO. GOD BLESS

[@moneymakingmikeg.9555]

Great job guys!!! Such a great feeling I bet. Water pressure looks good too. Good choice on upgrading to larger pipe & couplers. Hoping all is well guys, Dirty Jersey out!!

[@kopenhagenkid]

Great video Sam and Angela

[@donaldshields2483]

You did a very good job all of you the little guy did a good job driving a Bacot keep up the good work and I’ll be watching God bless

[@sonniecampbell1788]

Congrats on water!!! Great video! I learn so much from you kids! And good to see my favorite - outtakes! It’s been awhile!