Man Builds HUGE Amazing LOG HOUSE From Crooked Trees in 9 months

Man Builds HUGE Amazing LOG HOUSE From Crooked Trees in 9 months - Full Build (TIMELAPSE)

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Жыл бұрын

God gave me trees so I built a Log Cabin. Inexpensive debt free MASSIVE Off Grid Log Cabin Build start to finish timelapse. Building with crooked logs is a challenge in every way. Not to mention every single log was Persimmon. They are so dense a 6 inch diameter 8ft long log section can weigh 300lb They make everything difficult, but they cost me nothing and I learned to love them for what they are. It definitely makes my home look unique. They were free because they were going to be bulldozed and burned by the landowner. As long as I cut them and dragged them off by myself I could use them. It's hard to believe that it only took me 9 months of hard work to make it live in ready. Here I've put together a timelapse of the last year of building, hundreds of hours of footage cut into about a 30 min video. I've done a lot of work to get the cabin to where it is now, and I thought it would be nice to have a video showing everything from start until now. Watching the shorter episodes, gives a completely different understanding of how the building was done. There will be more long form videos on the full build with even more detail coming soon. If there are any key moments in the build you would like to see more of please let me know in the comments section below. More work on the homestead will be coming soon, finishing the chinking with mortar, interior doors, building a greenhouse, harvesting fish from our pond, building a dog trot connecting both cabins, rainwater catchment for the house, solar, and more...stay tuned. Happy Holidays, stay safe!
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After spending most of my life in the big city, living a congested life within society's grip I decided to leave all that behind and become more self reliant living a simpler more fulfilling life close to nature. My wife and I have 6 children, we homeschool, raise a garden, mini farm and try to be resourceful as we can providing everything the family needs from nature.
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@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Hey everybody thanks for watching! Hope you enjoyed the video. If you did, consider giving it a like. It really helps the channel! I want to remind you that you are all awesome and never give up on your dreams! Watch one of these NEXT! Winter is here in the WARM cozy CABIN kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jsuJqZeXpridlHk.html Timelapse Build short version kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qp1jlMKe2rrek4U.html Tour my Log Home kzfaq.info/get/bejne/hpeXgcKK1crGlaM.html

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

@@apage1717 thank you 🙏

@joshjablonicky171 Жыл бұрын

I literally just started watching the video and I can tell it's going to be a good one.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

@@joshjablonicky171 🙏

@winterfar2814 Жыл бұрын

Did you have some sort of design to go by? Just wondering with spans and all, saw you were making built up beams for rafters and how did you figure the span for the footings? Also what type of wood logs are you using? Pretty impressive.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

@@winterfar2814 Thanks! I designed the build plans for the house. It’s unique to the size of our family (8 of us) so we had to custom make the layout etc. The Log home builders association offers up a ton of guidance. I also spoke to an engineer that helped me with the spans etc logs are all American persimmon

@kenrolltideAlabama Жыл бұрын

As a retired licensed contractor, carpenter of manly new home builds the last two thirds of my career I would like to tell you that you have a lot to be proud of. Not many people can build a house on their own period, much less of that caliber. To make yourself get up each day and work by yourself from daylight to dark is a lot harder than you would think. It takes a lot of self push and dedication. That roof build was incredible, should hold in the heat and out the bad weather. You did what only a very small percentage of people have done in the last 100 years. You have my fullest respect.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, means a lot coming from someone of your experience. Happy holidays to you and yours!

@garytaylor5273 Жыл бұрын

And I am afraid that the next generation of males won’t be able to build a dog kennel!!

@sharonaustin9701 Жыл бұрын

I think more builders will be respected for their dedication to build their homes and others with such high quality workmanship. Too many homes r built cheaply and homeowners regret it. Better to pay for good materials and qualified carpenters than most contractors. Not that all contractors r unqualified, too many corners r cut to save them money but not the owners. We have that problem here in Canada. And yes as a female I grew up doing alot of carpentry from my Papa. And I was rebuilding my home before I got hurt and couldn't continue. What puzzled me is why the logs weren't groove fitted on the corners to have the logs fit better on eachother? And top and bottom of logs flattened to fit like stacks? We have alot to learn from the Amish in how to make log cabins all from wood. Amazing woodwork they do is breathtaking. This place looks amazing too! Alot of hours and dedication. How long did it take to build this place?

@richardspencer7725 Жыл бұрын

@@garytaylor5273 OR DOG HOUSE

@420WEED69 Жыл бұрын

@@garytaylor5273 But they can smoke FENTANYL and pretend what SEX they THINK they are

@robert-zg8or 3 ай бұрын

Man your kids will remember being with you, and helping build, for a lifetime.

@tribeofdavid8 3 ай бұрын

🙏

@FPLJCB 2 ай бұрын

my dad did this when i was growing up it was gold

@georginiaquinn5209 Жыл бұрын

You're such a unique person. A family man. A man with God's gift, a provider, a skilled builder, a father, and a husband. 🙏God bless you & your family.💕🙏

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, so kind! 🙏 God bless

@georginiaquinn5209 Жыл бұрын

You're so welcome. Back home,, Guam where I'm from,we can build wooden frames homes but only on off- the-grid areas like ranches, some beach areas. Guam is known for typhoons destruction, that's why more homes are build on concrete. My home is build in the middle 60's made out of rocks. My dad's brothers (7 of them, all deceased) assisted my dad in building the home I now own and it's sits facing the view of the ocean. You brought memories back to me, fom the start of you building the infrastructure of your land. Kudos to you. We say 'People like you, great builders, great dreams, great leaders becomes a great dad & husbands". Many 🙏🙏🙏 blessings your way. Love to see more of your fantastic work.🙆🙏🙏

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

@@georginiaquinn5209 what a great story that’s so awesome you now live in that home thank you for sharing and all the kind words of support 🙏 happy holidays to you and yours!

@user-wn9qb5rb7h 5 ай бұрын

You did something amazing here. I hope this home stays in your family for generations.

@tribeofdavid8 5 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@vernonhowell4485 8 ай бұрын

Mad respect for hammering those spikes into the wood with that little bitty hammer! 😂 You did a fantastic job! I am super envious! There is nothing like a cozy log cabin!

@jimmyjames4065 Жыл бұрын

Dave Mead done fantastic! You are an inspiration . I'm 50 Yr old, just divorced, on my own now. You've sowed the seed for what can be done. This is my next goal for next year i hope. God bless you all and a big pat on the back brother 🙏

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Wow thank you so much I wish you the best! You can do it 👊

@jimmyjames4065 Жыл бұрын

Wish you all the best for the future. 👍 I bet that fall thru the floor was a big OUCH moment. I felt it from the UK

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

@@jimmyjames4065 it definitely hurt lol thx again god bless

@johnfleury5430 Жыл бұрын

Go out there and get it done never to late take care be safe

@JW-pj1zd Жыл бұрын

I think this is about 50 % of men's dreams. This guy and his family are amazing. Just wonderful. You and your family are just awesome.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

wow! thank you we really appreciate it! happy holidays!

@jameskerr1097 Жыл бұрын

The other 50% aren’t men

@projektkobra2247 Жыл бұрын

Couldnt have said it better myself...People like these are the hope of humanity.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

@@projektkobra2247 🙏

@yappshukyin65 Жыл бұрын

Impossible build this wood House, may this guy riches... how about in city's house ???

@waynecamardelle4459 Жыл бұрын

I’ve been a lumberman now for about 40 years … I’m getting ready to retire now, and all I can think about before I check out of this part of my existence, is to experience what I’ve just watch you do. Inspiration is truly a waste, if one doesn’t act upon it. You, padna, have inspired me. I woke this morning at 2:00 am to start my day and this past half hour will be the most productive half hour of my whole week. I’ve subscribed and will be checking in periodically, so god speed my friend and god bless you and your entire family, along with those beautiful dreams!! Merry Christmas 🎄

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Wayne! Makes me so happy to inspire others. Have a fantastic day and happy holidays to you and yours! God bless you all

@johnmuller3117 Жыл бұрын

Everything was so impressive, your blend of natural and modern materials, old style (block and tackle) and modern equipment, your skill, strength and perseverance...well done! Your editing was perfect and enjoyed the family bits as well. I'm hopeful this will inspire others to engage in satisfying hard work. Thanks, and good luck.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much I appreciate all your kind words and yes I do hope this inspires many! 🙏

@Bewefau Жыл бұрын

I would like too but kinda hard to do that with no truck or any money lol.

@pebblesthecat3625 Жыл бұрын

I especially like how you had the children help you with age appropriate tasks during the building of your family home. I hope you all enjoy the beauty of nature, the seasons, and the wildlife that surrounds you, as you grow up and grow old in the wonderful, inspiring, enthralling place you decided to call home.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! happy holidays!

@BadForgeWeld Жыл бұрын

One of my favorite parts was “It’s perfectly level!” I felt that in my bones. I really enjoy watching how different people build cabins like this. Great video! Thanks so much!!

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!

@Azztek1 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely beautiful job. You should be very proud of the work you did. Having the family there to help and experience the work ethic is priceless, especially the young ones. Thanks so much for showing us what can be done with some honest hard work.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@MrAmw1 Жыл бұрын

I can only begin to imagine the pride and pleasure of being able to do this for your family. Amazing job 👌

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@banacek8675 8 ай бұрын

I especially liked the use of spray foam in between the logs. I thought I was the first to think of this technique ten years ago but I’m sure now a lot of people have done it. It seems like a great and pragmatic way to avoid the immense labor of evening the log’s asymmetry through cutting and scraping.

@redformansfoot5718 Жыл бұрын

Much respect. At 54 y.o., I've often said that "If I'd of known 35 years ago what I know now, I would have done a 'Grizzly Adams' back then". As a builder of 30 years, I would also say you did a great job and I am seriously impressed with your initiative and drive, it's not often these days you find a young man that has accomplished what you have. Also, I was glad to see you got a pup to keep you company (yeah, I'm a dog Dad myself).

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! happy holidays!

@theemeraldfox7779 Жыл бұрын

50 years old here,currently dropping pine trees to build my own,been a dream since I was a kid

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

@@theemeraldfox7779 awesome

@edwardguzik3081 Жыл бұрын

Nice cabin, glad to see your son helping peel the logs with dad, pass your knowledge on to him that one day he might build his own home!

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, thats the plan and he already is planning his cabin at age 12. might be a future video! happy holidays stay safe

@golden36 Жыл бұрын

Dave you are one extremely hard working man, you impressed the hell out of me with your work and work ethic , that was an enormously large project for one man, that’s one beautiful large cabin , no cutting corners with you , fantastic job and you and your family will enjoy it for many years , also I enjoyed seeing the family participating especially your son , loved the look on his face after he pounded the floor joist in place. I’ll be looking for future video’s from you and Thanks for the sharing.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you happy holidays to you and yours!

@lisafisher8081 Жыл бұрын

Great time lapse editing...loved seeing the little ones involved...did a family build while in my teens. LOVED IT..Blessing to you and your family.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! blessings to you and yours

@carlmclelland7624 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely incredible job, Dave!!! You further amazed me with your use of ropes and pulleys for hoisting all the timbers and rafters into place! Your home is something to be proud of, my friend....

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@mauricebrown9094 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant Build Pal. Hope you and your family have many many years together in your cabin, making memories that lasts many generations. Thank you for sharing.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you kindly! happy holidays, stay safe

@johndemler653 Жыл бұрын

No reason to repeat what you said. I’m certain that most people who watched it are thinking the same

@scottperine8027 Жыл бұрын

Where there’s a will there’s a way,kudos to you and yours for a lasting and wholesome homestead. And the views are godly!

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@user-dy6xg4fv7i Жыл бұрын

20.37 ! the pure joy in this kids eyes ... god bless you all!

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, God bless!

@whatyouseenow411 Жыл бұрын

What an awesome video! The entire family in on the build! You don't see that now days! That's the way it should be! Those kids will remember that for a lifetime!

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

You are so kind thank you!

@pissoffyoupricks Жыл бұрын

that is a magnificent home, and who says you have to have straight timber, the size and the crooked timber are what gives this home its character, and to think one man, his wife and their young children built this will give you loving memories for life. enjoy the labors of your hard work team.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words! Thanks for watching, happy holidays to you and yours

@kent-ingestensen5371 28 күн бұрын

When i was younger i used to do contracter work, mostly houses or bigger projects. Its frickin hard work, and you my man have done this with not just utter perfection but also put ur heart and soul into it! I never really had my real father around, so to see ur kids being there just made me think what a lesson and memory you will have from this. I can imagine they being old and saying «yeah me and my dad built this when i was a kid» You sir are a great rolemodel. Also i could only wish to do what you did 😂 Thanks for the upload sir!

@tribeofdavid8 28 күн бұрын

🙏

@whitneyryan1787 Жыл бұрын

I just watched every video. I’m obsessed! You did an absolutely incredible job on this build. I would love to see a house tour of how you have bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen set up, and of that amazing loft play area!!!

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 🙏 house tour video coming soon!

@mountainwoodsman8116 Жыл бұрын

A fellow LHBA member! I thought I recognized that Skip style log building method. Excellent build. Looks real cozy. Hope to start my own this or next summer. I took the course in 2007 in Skip's house in Everett. So glad I did. Thanks for making this video. Very helpful and insightful. Peace to you from Alaska!

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thx man!

@marcussilveritis4385 Жыл бұрын

Wow! Men like that are getting very rare, dude's awesome, total respect

@yanceylindley5172 Жыл бұрын

I have not seen anybody work that hard since the days of my grandfather and im 50!! Great job, and a very nice home.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@jaymacgee_A_Bawbag_Blethering Жыл бұрын

Dave , I’m in awe of the skills you possess sir . Best thing about this vid is you getting all the family involved , super grateful you let us share your journey , I must admit I was transfixed. Thank you . 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you

@tradelikeavulcan2614 Жыл бұрын

Amazing, Dave! Congratulations to you and the family.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@kevindouglas8768 Жыл бұрын

I'm delighted how you used crooked logs. I'm on 35 acres of pinion trees. They're not tall nor straight. Now I think I'll try it your way and make something amazing from them. Good job. Keep going !!!

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Go for it! Thx for watching!

@stewartmcmanus3991 Жыл бұрын

Well, what can I say? One of the best KZfaq videos I've ever watched. I owner built about 40 years ago so I know the struggle. This did my heart good. Well done, Stewart, south west Australia.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Stewart 🙏

@theroadrunnerjarhead4109 Жыл бұрын

That is very impressive for one man and his family to build such a big cabin. It looks like that house will stand for a very very long time. Congratulations.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 🙏

@timpratt8266 Жыл бұрын

Just liked and subscribed! Fell asleep last night, finished watching this morning. What a awesome log cabin! You did a fabulous job. This cabin was built so well and strong. It will last for a long, long time. I can see your great grand kids playing by the Christmas tree and warning themselves by the fireplace. You should be proud of your cabin that you have built. I loved seeing your wife and kids helping out too. This will add to their memories that they will tell their kids. I can't wait until your next video ! P.S. Loved the chalking..

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! happy holidays to you and yours stay safe!

@JM-5150 8 ай бұрын

Y parents did the same thing in the 70s, cut, peeled and notched every single log on the house. It was 5brm 2 bath full coverd porch all the way around. Handmade cabinets. Took 6 months and we lived in one room and moved in rooms as they were finished. It was huge and my mom worked endlessly getting everything done. It burned down in 1989. I loved that cabin.

@user-sf9wu7do8r 7 ай бұрын

Great Job! You just helped me decide what I will do with my 150 acres. I was going to waste money buying materials instead of getting it off my property thanks.

@BobMead Жыл бұрын

Amazing!! Basically we’re speechless. You never cease to amaze us with your accomplishments. Such a beautiful home for you and your lovely family. Can’t wait to see what you’ll do next. Happy Thanksgiving in your new home.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you guys, love you happy thanksgiving I hope to see you soon

@vickilark2547 Жыл бұрын

I'm tired, and I'm just watching! It must be satisfying. Love metal roofing.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

@@vickilark2547 Thank you 🙏

@williamwaha3193 Жыл бұрын

I watched this video from the beginning to the end , 9 months for you but only 29:08 minutes for me , What a good job for both of us . I especially ' liked ' the part where you fell through the floor . Most folks wouldn't have shown that part . Filming it allows the children to remember when they're adults the work that you did to give them a HOME , most parents film their children in embarrassing moments and then replay those pictures in front of the children's spouses later on in life .

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! that part makes us all laugh lol good times!

@lisapwhinnery8488 Жыл бұрын

Dude’s a stud and so is his family. Awesome video!!! Thanks.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@roblunsford84 Жыл бұрын

Love that he kept his mishaps in the video. Real life. Great stuff my guy.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@georgebrush4746 Жыл бұрын

Loved the build it's a credit to u and your family an awful lot of hard work well done.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@mikemakuch2824 Жыл бұрын

This is one of the most entertaining videos I have seen anywhere! You are the most talented builder ever. I like doing my own building and I admire your work Thank you and your family for entertaining all of us.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks! Happy holidays to you and yours!

@rebeccahutcheson599 Ай бұрын

Damn!!!! this was epic!!!! and the insulation. Oh my God yes. And use real boards. I hate that OSB. This was absolutely amazing. It blew me away. I cannot believe this was a one-man job and you did it with a small tractor. … blown away.!!! You, my friend are a priceless commodity your family man , and look at your level of dedication to love of family, sustainability, and getting shit done… priceless!!! Best wishes to you and your family, God knows we need more men like this in our world 👊💖

@tribeofdavid8 Ай бұрын

🙏👊

@MThomas001 Жыл бұрын

Very Cool. I love how you used trees from your own property. Great skillset to be able to do all of that yourself. Be Proud of that. Your place looks amazing. Your kids will have a tale to tell for the rest of their lives. Amazing work.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@PerkBuilders Жыл бұрын

Heck yeah! That was raw and satisfying. Congrats. I work alone too. It’s amazing what you can get done when you’re motivated.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

thank you! and it truly is - we are capable of so much more than we realize. thanks for watching

@christopher5585 Жыл бұрын

This man and his wife must have saved a ton of money to not only purchase the materials and land to build their house but also have the entire time (9 months) to devote entirely to it's construction, cost of living, credit card debts, car payments, insurance, college loans, HOA fees, college savings for the kids, unexpected emergencies and having to work a 9 to 5 job. Congrats on having to fulfil what many men consider a fantasy.

@ImGdiddy Жыл бұрын

I am in awe of this man’s skill sets. I wonder if he had to deal with a permitting process where he built this house. Where I live, restrictions, permits, fees, and inspections would made it nearly impossible for a one man crew to complete this project in nine months. All my respect for a job well done!

@H43339 Жыл бұрын

You must live in California, Just A Guess.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@rtleonitis Жыл бұрын

I almost cried when the video ended. What a magnificent build. You definitely got a new subscriber and a fan

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you so much! happy holidays!

@mrs.whatley5596 3 күн бұрын

Wow . A man’s man. I’m impressed

@tribeofdavid8 2 күн бұрын

🙏

@philipcovino8340 Жыл бұрын

Beautifully engineered roof, but a bit over kill. A man's man

@thegrinch8161 Жыл бұрын

From what some carpenters would call in my neck of the woods crap wood I’ve got to hand it to you because you’ve created a liveable spacious home, now that is a class act. 👍

@megredmon7301 Жыл бұрын

This is max level diy! What an inspiration you guys are! I love it! I will keep watching all your videos and clicking all those links lol.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thx Meg!

@jimmy5034 Жыл бұрын

This is my favorite log cabin build video. You made it look so easy and simple plus to you have so much space. Absolutely amazing

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@anthonyfatboy 6 ай бұрын

The part where he is sliding down the roof sawing off the extra bits he needs to saw it just reminded me of a saying "Work smarter, Not harder"

@kmarch6630 Жыл бұрын

You're doing what Stephen on the Hickory Ridge channel and Jim on the Tradesman Channel did. Yall kill me building in areas with fantastic views, then putting in tiny or no windows.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

good big windows are expensive haha! plus i like the strength of the logs being higher percentage of the wall, thx for watching!

@connierenfro4878 Жыл бұрын

So glad this popped up! I've never seen you before, and I've just subscribed. Please keep them coming. 🙂

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Will do!

@kenwilcox402 Жыл бұрын

The shear determination to complete this building shows the true stamina of love for life of man his love of family life.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@susee69 Жыл бұрын

Dude........mad respect, man. I'm in awe.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thx man 👊🙏

@cookcook866 9 ай бұрын

Gotta admire a man working hard for his family respect from me

@tribeofdavid8 9 ай бұрын

🙏

@jerryjohnson5378 Жыл бұрын

Such an awesome build there guy you have done exactly what ive been setting myself up for and seeing you did it alone with the support of your family it gives me hope for doing the exact same but only a bit smaller

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thanks man go for it you can do it!

@craigbrown9029 Жыл бұрын

Wow absolutely loved that. Please keep them coming as you progress into the future, I'd love to watch your progress, Place is huge. I'd love to see you build the whole place up with gardens and out buildings. Cheers from a new subscriber from Down Under.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much and will do! Stay safe happy holidays to you and yours

@mikeunum 5 ай бұрын

Oh Jesus what a wonderful build. God bless you and your family.

@tribeofdavid8 5 ай бұрын

🙏

@mandycouperco2422 Жыл бұрын

Well worth the blood, sweat and tears. Fabulous result. You should be very proud of your work.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@rollemswift2683 Жыл бұрын

I know it was not, but you did make it look easy, you have just sent hundreds of off grid builders out looking for land to build huge cabins. Cheers.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! It makes me happy to think that I can inspire people to go out and live their dream 🙏 anyone can do this

@slavapal00za Жыл бұрын

I have never seen a log home built like that. Very innovative and impressive, not to mention you built the majority of it by yourself. Wow, just wow. Is this you’re own design?

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thx 🙏 it’s the lhba skip Ellsworth method I designed the floor plan of my house to suit my large family needs

@shawnhulke7385 6 ай бұрын

Awesome build. My gramma always said the best help you have is at the end of your own two arms and you my friend have proven that to be true.

@tribeofdavid8 6 ай бұрын

🙏

@myhandlehasbeenmishandled Жыл бұрын

All that in only 9 months. That's amazing. Unbelievable dedication. I hope it lasts you a lifetime and then some. Your kids are gonna have some nice memories.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@Klaus__Schwab Жыл бұрын

I actually laughed out loud at 21:15 Great build, mate. It's always fun to see a new style of building.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much the entire family enjoys a laugh at my expense when we watch that part

@disastershaman Жыл бұрын

I laughed too, so recognizable....

@tube4knowledge346 Жыл бұрын

Amazing home! Pristine job Dave! Glad that your family have such a fine man like you... GOD BLESS! Quick question: I like the idea of foam in between logs. What kind of spray foam you used? How you protect from elements the foam exposed outside? You cover in wood like inside? Sorry about so many questions but you are an inspiration for me and I'll like to build same house (God willing) when I escape from this socialist state of Illinois. Looking for land (at least 50 acres) in East KY or TN. Do you have any tip to get land with timber, pasture and all year flowing creek for a decent price? I read that ideal is to not involve a realtor, rather to check areas that looks that no one lives there for years by myself and check with owner if is willing to sell. Thank you again!

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

thank you so much for your kind words god bless you too. the link to the foam is in my description, best stuff we ever used its the second cabin we used it on in 11 yrs. super strong and holds up great to the elements. we are putting mortar chinking over it on both the inside and out. its work great. more on this in a future video. pasture will be expensive, buy timber land with your house growing on it then turn flat areas that were once wooded into pasture..buying land with slopes or on a hillside like we did is cheaper and near water even if just a spring. i will have more info in a coming video where i show around the property and both cabins and build plans available too. no worries on the questions keep em coming!

@tube4knowledge346 Жыл бұрын

@@tribeofdavid8 Thank you so much taking from your time to answer to my questions! Can't wait for future videos! Take care all of you

@billyhaddock5540 Жыл бұрын

Congrats Dave and Family on building that great looking Log Cabin.. looks awesome and cool. lv the build..

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@December314 Жыл бұрын

This what it;s all about! Dreams, sweat and blood and the result is your own unique home. The economics of the build don't even matter. What is important is the fact that you have touched every single wood, bolt, nut and nail in your house.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! happy holidays to you and yours!

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@tanksouth Жыл бұрын

I built my own home. I wished I had documented it. Thank you. An inspiration!

@LizaHoney721 Жыл бұрын

Very knowledgeable and creative! A real go getter man for his family. Wonderful!!

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@deadtreebark Жыл бұрын

Just the process of stripping the bark and making notches is insane

@FitGabriel7 Жыл бұрын

This guy is a beast! Bob the builder could never!! He’s amazing! To build a house on your own and this outstandin he should be very proud! 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽👌🏽💯💯💯🔥

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@coinbutton1 Жыл бұрын

Now that's a HOME. Great job guys. Bless that home.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@TJP-on7hm 10 ай бұрын

New sub! "WOW" I started watching this video and I could not put it down! For someone to take crooked heavy local trees and actually build a beautiful soothing calming home is an Amazing feat!! And to have your wife and kids 100% behind you and helping is outstanding!! "Behind every successful man stands a strong woman" Dave you have some amazing carpentry skills!! How you hammered in all those rods into each log says quality/strength not only in your house but in you also, great intelligence coming up with that idea!! The Mead house is a well insulated fortress to with stand just about anything mother nature can throw at it!! Very well done home and video, "Congratulations" on your beautiful sweet home!! I am still Amazed!!

@tribeofdavid8 10 ай бұрын

Thank you very much 🙏 God bless you and your family

@mattgonzalez4151 Жыл бұрын

My favorite do it yourself building video so far!!

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@sajin3214 8 ай бұрын

Love from india 🇮🇳 I heard that your son is also making his own house 🏠 so we are waiting for that video 😊

@mikerhodes3563 Жыл бұрын

When you got more time than money and skills it takes plus you get the satisfaction of doing it yourself- Not to mention the admiration and love of your family-

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

🙏

@jbthor9032 Жыл бұрын

Out of this world cabin build! Half modern and half rustic. Congratulations on your build. It's a lot of work.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@thisolesignguy2733 Жыл бұрын

I love this! But I think I'm more jealous of the fact that you have persimmon trees on your property...mmmm persimmon pudding🤤

@rufushobbs7583 Ай бұрын

Very nice cabin you got there!! It is really nice the way ya'll put the videos together, one can really see how it is all coming together. Thanks for letting "us" view the build. I'm looking forward to seeing it thru completion.

@tribeofdavid8 Ай бұрын

🙏

@peggywelty5139 Жыл бұрын

Honey you could build me a home anytime , what you have done is amazing may your family have many happy years and memories in this home .

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@robertsmith1030 5 ай бұрын

Great job ur son getting the board in place with the hammer and yellong out i did it was priceless , you mistepping on the plywood and falling hit home as well , ive done it so many times myself , stay blessed

@tribeofdavid8 5 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙏 you too

@ianboag7708 Жыл бұрын

What a remarkable and inspiring achievement. Perseverance and creativity at its best.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@davidgriego278 Жыл бұрын

Happily enjoyed watching this Video! One heck of a Big Log Home! All the Hard work, and seeing him and Family enjoying making Wonderfull memories!! Truly a Craftsman!!!

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@gordonstewart5774 Ай бұрын

Beautiful workmanship and photography! Loved watching it come together. Took a lot of forethought and smarts to move all that weight by yourself. David Mead, your children are rightfully proud of their dad.

@tribeofdavid8 Ай бұрын

Thank you Gordon 🙏

@richarddickson5157 Жыл бұрын

Hard Work, determination, A plan and few quid.. Awesome!!!

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Yes! Thank you!

@davecody5997 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic Dave just awesome you can really be proud of yourself..not in a bad way in a blessed way!!!!

@MarcRajotte-hv8hw 9 ай бұрын

Love love that bark stripping tool....SO MUCH quicker than the smaller one held between two hands...I WANT to build a log cabin

@tribeofdavid8 9 ай бұрын

Go for it! 🙏

@davidgabrielsen2139 9 ай бұрын

My dad had a restaurant growing up. The upstairs bathroom was the other side of the wall from my bedroom that I shared with my brother. Every day, six or seven day a week at 6:00am the door to the bathroom would slam open, he'd bang the shower on, the door would slam open and he'd thunder down the wooden stairs and head to work. The best lesson you can teach a child is the lesson of hard work and taking care of your family. Well done on both scores sir.

@tribeofdavid8 9 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@Bri_g3 8 ай бұрын

Very clever man, your children will always remember doing this with you guys.

@retroenergy2358 21 күн бұрын

Man builds Fort Knox with crooked trees. Awesome.

@tribeofdavid8 21 күн бұрын

🙏

@sharonaustin9701 Жыл бұрын

Love to see when its fully done!

@pettermakkonen2831 2 ай бұрын

Thats a provider of a family ! Well done!

@tribeofdavid8 2 ай бұрын

🙏

@JC-ye7pj Жыл бұрын

Dave, Just lost an uncle, his life-long work was building custom homes in the Farmington Valley, CT area from the ground up. He would have been impressed with your build. Back in the 70's as a teen I spent a summer working with him. I learned basic carpentry skills from him that summer, which lasted me a lifetime.

@tribeofdavid8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing I’m so sorry for your loss 🙏