TOTAL COST Of Our 13kw SOLAR POWER SYSTEM | Powering A Modern Home With Solar

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Today we are going over the full cost break down of our solar power system and the time it will take to recoup our investment costs. If you are interested in the build of our system you can find numerous videos documenting the entire solar power system build in this playlist:
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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"

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@natetronn 3 жыл бұрын

Solar system, $30,000. The time we've all spent together, priceless. Thank you for allowing us to enjoy the ride with you.

@Vpopov81 3 жыл бұрын

ty!

@hoylguy11 3 жыл бұрын

Yikes, how the Fuck Solar is so expensive in the US?????!!!!

@hoylguy11 3 жыл бұрын

With that price tag you can build a 48kw solar system on Brasil.

@robertkat 3 жыл бұрын

My hydro electric bill for 25 years is $30,000.00. No cleaning, no maintenance.

@dhrdan 2 жыл бұрын

how the fuck did these kids get $30K to spend on this???????

@gregnewberry4813 3 жыл бұрын

So you are in it for about $15K for a total off grid home. 5 year pay off... and it will last for years! I find it interesting how some people look at the payoff on solar. Maybe a $20K system, and they look at the payoff that may be 20 years. And they think it's not a good investment. But they will buy a $50K pickup that just sits and loses money over a 5 - 7 year period and they think that is just fine. Can't light your house with the pickup.... I think what you two are doing is wonderful! A great investment.

@kevinwalker7302 2 жыл бұрын

He's for 15k just in batteries!

@jrgnd 2 жыл бұрын

Ford Lighting will...lol

@jernplays1815 2 жыл бұрын

We are gonna buy a 29k pickup to pull our tinny home trailer and a 3k Solar system to for our tinny home and live in the tinny home whilst we build our forever home. That 3K will be worth the investment for sure.

@dantyler6907 2 жыл бұрын

I don't read about AFTER a solar system is paid off. Imagine, no electric bill AND no solar bill... This gets interesting fast!

@dasshape00 2 жыл бұрын

U r using Biden math.. u aren't close. Lol

@danj4842 3 жыл бұрын

I've been looking 45yrs of my life for a woman who would be like "Don't you come for him" and never found one.... You're both wonderful, and thanks for the detailed breakdown.

@TheEnemiesEnemy 3 жыл бұрын

What does your comment have to do with the video? What’s up with all the lovey dovey comments. Control yourself ffs

@edkoz6567 3 жыл бұрын

Wouldn't it be nice if every couple in the World got along like these two Great videos. God bless you both and your family.

@jimwednt1229 3 жыл бұрын

It would be even nicer if all women were pretty like her hahaha Minor variations in their appearance (not clones) but overall pretty.

@WhiteFox011 3 жыл бұрын

@@jimwednt1229 and ll men were handsome!

@4549tinter 3 жыл бұрын

The payback time will be shorter as utilities cost will surely rise. This is my favorite channel. Erin and Josh are an inspiration to thousands.

@robertbrewer2190 3 жыл бұрын

The loss of capacity of the panels and the batteries could be calculated also since this system is to last for the duration of their occupancy.

@HappyHarryHardon 3 жыл бұрын

In Texas payback would have taken two months with some the bills people had for grid electricity.

@bullithedjames937 3 жыл бұрын

Fred not worthless you just have to dust the snow off the panels

@bullithedjames937 3 жыл бұрын

Leslley the issue in texas was nobody knew how to do winter.

@bullithedjames937 3 жыл бұрын

@maxnex7676 3 жыл бұрын

Erin has no need to defend Josh in the comments, the guy performed magic on the installation, though someone forgot to mention Chucky's organizational skills.

@fidenemini111 3 жыл бұрын

Chucky is the holy spirit of positivity and goodness.

@Jeff-xn1ew 3 жыл бұрын

CHUCKY.... I JUST WANT TO HUG THAT GUY.

@mindi.m 3 жыл бұрын

Comment winner of the evening! 🏆

@philipkuriger3420 3 жыл бұрын

Chucky and Leon's supervisor skills are what truly made this process possible. Otherwise Josh would just eat Little Debbie's all day and accomplish nothing.

@josephking6515 3 жыл бұрын

Hey, what about Bruce the security guard? Does he not exist to you? 🤷‍♂️

@thomasforthe9274 3 жыл бұрын

I am amazed at the care you put into your channels, and the obvious love you have for each other. You have a viewer for life.

@rachael9372 3 жыл бұрын

Been watching you for a long time and always thought he is amazing. He knows how to do it all. You've saved soooo munch money having him do it all. You helped an awful lot and caring for the kids also. Never sell yourself short. Love you-all

@lenaalexandersson5615 3 жыл бұрын

I’m so impressed by Josh, he worked outside up early long travels and still working at the house. Erin worked hard at home. Hat of too you❤️

@ninafodale 3 жыл бұрын

The reality is that if the city, town, county, state or country's electric gets shut down... Outside of some propane for your generator (as emergency back up), the bottom line is you will have power for you and your family and that is priceless.🙏

@maggievedrenne7379 3 жыл бұрын

Amen. When your only people on the block who is home after a hurricane.

@buffalobill3504 3 жыл бұрын

Hope you have a defense plan it he shtf.

@kevin3434343434 3 жыл бұрын

Just look at Texas...

@glennrmarks 3 жыл бұрын

All set for the zombie apocalypse!

@JCrook1028 3 жыл бұрын

@@maggievedrenne7379 Not many hurricanes in WV. Blizzard applies tho. :)

@michaelmccarthy7705 3 жыл бұрын

That price not even including the incentives is amazing. Absolutely love your system. Josh is a great guy and a pro no doubt. Love watching all of your videos. You guys are a joy to watch. Great family and animals.

@dhu1042476 3 жыл бұрын

The chemistry your family has is amazing. The work ethic ya'll have is inspiring. Keep moving forward with your ideas and making them happen. I feel you're changing The World, one step at a time. Thank you for that.

@timyowell4278 3 жыл бұрын

To be self sufficient and not having to give up your money to the utility companies. It has to feel fantastic and the feeling of freedom. Wow.

@jcgoogle1808 3 жыл бұрын

Why. They had to gave it to the solar panel and battery companies.

@dannygeouge8459 3 жыл бұрын

So much respect for Josh, I watched in amazement at his electrical knowledge and skills!!

@caporizzoj 3 жыл бұрын

completely agree, clean and tight expert work

@bobkozalov8821 3 жыл бұрын

I think he is an electrician as a career, is he not? I thought they mentioned that somewhere.

@stephanieonlife3657 3 жыл бұрын

I totally agree with you.

@heaven-is-real 3 жыл бұрын

@@bobkozalov8821 yes, he is

@1982MCI 3 жыл бұрын

@@bobkozalov8821 yes, he is a professional electrician

@Pandhermonium 3 жыл бұрын

This is what a perfect "team" looks like. What would be the labour cost? Josh's time would be worth a lot! Respect and admiration from Canada!

@mr.carter4061 3 жыл бұрын

We are having a 12.2 kwh system put on soon, $50k minus $13k tax credit. Going to go from $400 to $500 to about $150 electric cost

@jasonmckenzie380 3 жыл бұрын

I worked in the mining industry as a manager and I found that any project that you go through is 50% materials and 50% labour. So you guys are being modest about the total costs. Great job, Josh! And you had a great helper!!!

@techrev9999 3 жыл бұрын

I think, with electronic type stuff, the labour percentage is higher than that. In my field - computer engineering - labor is far far more expensive than materials. Plus, recurring costs and maintenance.

@JamesDeese 3 жыл бұрын

I have worked with several electricians and electrical contractors. I can tell you that Josh is up there with the most qualified, and professional electricians in the world. His system design is professional and elegant. It speaks to a highly organized mind. From me, that is high praise. So many people hit a problem with the attitude that I can do it, but then get bogged down trying to perform the work. Hit and miss is not the way to take care of a problem. In the installation of the original system, you made the statement that you were planning on expanding it. You planned for it and laid the work out so that you could do just that. Your expansion recently covered in several videos demonstrated that you had planned out the expansion and that you had done your homework on the products that you would use, and the manner in which they would best serve your needs. Well done! Good job standing for your husband Erin. Great Job being the man worthy of that Josh!

@billd8167 3 жыл бұрын

What would it have cost to have a contracted electrician install? I couldn't even imagine.. Josh's talent and skill with electricity is invaluable. Not to mention his assistant at a hourly wage...

@George-nn8ui 3 жыл бұрын

Now you know how to do it.

@Andrew-kr2pr 3 жыл бұрын

Agree, this calculation should've also included the amount of hours a qualified electritian has to put in to install such system.

@NotOnYourLife 3 жыл бұрын

When we looked into having ours installed, it was about double the cost of the components. So the $15k in equipment I bought would have been a 30k bill had I let someone else install it. I did it myself and I can tell you it is easier than you may think. Ours is just a 3.3kW system with 16-305 ah AGM batteries. I did mine in 2014 and it would be much less today.

@gardengatesopen 3 жыл бұрын

I was wondering this same thing. How many man hours would be needed? Of coarse, this depends on the situation. But what DOES a qualified electrician charge for such a job? Is it by the hour? Or by the job? Just for grins, if it's hourly, how much does a qualified electrician cost per hour these days? I also wonder how many hours the family put into that entire project! There were times kid labor was used - and that definitely counts too!!! Good video y'all ❤ I'm no where near an electrician's level, and I understood every word. Thanks for all your info ❤❤❤

@TrackGeeks 3 жыл бұрын

Labor rates vary quite a bit around the country. In the south, the labor for a system like that is going to be in the $20k range.

@gatesjuniorreloading3470 3 жыл бұрын

I love the fact that you are so protective of Josh, such a beautiful relationship and life. Protect it with everything you have. Unfortunately there are people in life that thrive on creating drama and pain for others.

@TheEnemiesEnemy 3 жыл бұрын

Great analysis on solar panels

@Simply__Simone134 3 жыл бұрын

I think this channel is such a blueprint for sooooo many people who always wanted to live this way and maybe didn’t know what it entailed or where to start or even people who are just motivated and I think that is so cool and really love this channel and watching your family all go on this journey together 💜

@gregd.88 3 жыл бұрын

I was raised a DIYer. It would have cost alot more to hire the job out. Be glad Josh knows electric and has the other skills to go along with it!!!

@dennismeurs9736 3 жыл бұрын

Yes Josh made some crazy hours/days in the beginning of this channel. I believe 1 1/2 hour back and forth to work to keep cash flowing and in the evening building a home. I take my hat of for you guys, congrats.

@wilson4328 3 жыл бұрын

Josh and Erin, you two are such an inspiration. You both are perfect for each other. You demonstrate how a husband should treat his bride and how a bride should treat her husband. Your children are so blessed to have such an Awesome example of a super healthy parental relationship. Bless this family God.

@paulcarlo2148 3 жыл бұрын

I watch them and instantly think, they must be Christian, not sure. Godly love...

@steveholtrop118 2 жыл бұрын

Just found your channel - I really appreciate how you bring your respective considerable skills to not only building your homestead but also organizing and editing great videos!

@robertgoudy3223 3 жыл бұрын

"Don t come for Josh in the comments.....". You go Erin You forgot $2,400 for Little Debbie's. Very precise and generous share for viewers.

@hotrodpc66 3 жыл бұрын

I was crackin' up, Don't come for Josh in the comments. She KNOWS KZfaqr Drama.

@Smitty54 3 жыл бұрын

Hey guys, just remember impact driver and bit kit, Channel Locks, and hammer 🔨 and the hell with any negative remarks,,, this is your life and family, thank you for sharing and piss on the ones who don't like,, it's their loss and option to even watch what you share,, watching from Ohio Smitty out 🙃

@marcerivest6204 3 жыл бұрын

You've answered a ton of questions that tons of us wonder about. We love watching you guys because you are real. No BS. Thanks for sharing all that you do.

@curtmaddon-maddawgrvadvent349 3 жыл бұрын

Just wanted to tell you two that I really appreciate that you share so much in your videos, in spite of negativity that you receive from people. I love your videos, keep them coming! Thank you!

@MariRodriguez-gx4wr 3 жыл бұрын

Josh is a highly skilled electrician, he is definitely the best person for the job. For any job, he is priceless. I admire him so much, and Erin always by his side working right along with him. God bless you both, you have built a very beautiful and admirable home. Can't wait to see the rest of your build to your home.

@nicole9516 3 жыл бұрын

Josh knows what he is doing! I would trust him and Erin to build anything and would know it was done right. You guys have worked your tails off. I’m so happy for your family and all you have accomplished. Can’t wait to see all that is to come on the build and with your family.

@matthewkendall5235 3 жыл бұрын

You have done really well with planning and implementing your total energy solution. I have solar (grid tied) for 6 years now. In Australia systems between 6 - 12 kW typically have about a 4 year payback period. Your total cost including batteries is well within reason - very well done!

@sammarino9063 3 жыл бұрын

Thank y'all so much. You have no idea how good your videos have been for me in a very dark time. I lost my Momma, and the grief is overwhelming, but the second I see your smiling faces, and listen to your funny banter, I feel uplifted. I truly appreciate y'all ❤

@philiplaing6904 3 жыл бұрын

Erin, the educator in you is showing. Josh is my electrician of choice, he could work for/with me any time. Good job.

@eddrh3202 3 жыл бұрын

Josh deserves to be awarded "Father of the year" if such an award exists!

@rtcarter11 3 жыл бұрын

gee, in this world that might be considered "sexist"

@RVBadlands2015 3 жыл бұрын

There is in our house.

@wisconsinfarmer4742 3 жыл бұрын

the Mandelbaums might object. [Seinfeld]

@daveedson8607 3 жыл бұрын

Josh - You did a first class job on the installation. I'm a retired electrical engineer with many years of experience installing systems for the auto industry, so I am familiar with industrial methods. Your preferred methods came from your experience with commercial systems, and fell right in line with what I would do if it were my system. Congrats, you have a heck of a system. I enjoy watching you guys very much.

@jandtlivinglife3130 3 жыл бұрын

Erin, nobody in their right mind could have anything but admiration for either Josh or yourself. My wife and I are in our mid-sixties and are self-building a modest ICF home on a small island off the coast of B.C. in Canada. I watch every episode of your fantastic journey and always finish each one with a smile and a feeling of gratitude that I learned something. Usually, what I learn has more to do with heart and soul, not so much 2x4's and solar panels. The value of what you are giving to each other, your kids and to your viewers is impossible to measure. Keep on doing what you do best - forge ahead with energy and passion. Don't pay attention to any negative comments. They are saying more about the person who wrote them than they are about you. Peace, from Canada.

@davidwilliams9043 3 жыл бұрын

Totally respect Josh and his skills, nobody has the right to talk him down. Great job Josh.

@ericfraser7543 3 жыл бұрын

No body is questioning his skills, just his choice to invest $40K into a solar array vs simply paying $15K to hook to the grid.

@peteratos660 3 жыл бұрын

Josh is a true tradesmen. Like all tradesmen he’s a master of his chosen profession and proficient at the other trades. I wish all the sparkies I worked with we as good him.

@ericfraser7543 3 жыл бұрын

@@peteratos660 Again all the respect to Josh for the work he has done, it just hard to justify the investment they made rather than hook to the grid.

@_EyeOfTheTiger 3 жыл бұрын

@@ericfraser7543 screw the grid. when ERCOT f'd up the electric grid management in Texas Centerpoint shut off all the electricity. Even if you had solar panels you couldn't use electricity since its plugged into the grid and not your house. Biggest fail of why you got the solar panels in the first place.

@inadollard6672 3 жыл бұрын

Love watching you two, you complement each other. I don’t have solar and not going there at my age, but love watching you thanks again for the video.

@jaynefuller4708 3 жыл бұрын

Well done guys. Loved the kids heads bobbing up & down at the back door behind you 😂

@blairchristopher3073 3 жыл бұрын

I loved Erin getting protective of Josh. He is amazing. They both are. Know what they want, go after it. Smart and work hard!

@jburnes41 3 жыл бұрын

her understanding of it all now is amazing.

@beverlystufflebeam5731 3 жыл бұрын

Cost is crazy I’m sure. But could never be more than the comfort of knowing you have full control of your power needs and those of your family. Wish I did.

@doncarlton4858 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, I forgot the cost of having the utility run powerlines up to your lot! You certainly made a great decision!

@chuckzinda4820 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this breakdown and your thoughts on the system! My wife and I are building our first home outside of the city and will be building off-grid solar. Your costs are right in line with the solar company we have chosen.

@juliagrooms9601 3 жыл бұрын

I loved seeing Carter help you guys with the solar panel project...his smile is AWESOME!!! You both are super teachers and have encouraged me to aspire to be a better mother.

@Juliegriffiths1 3 жыл бұрын

You go girl. Stick up for your man no matter what. That’s what you do for each other. That’s family. You BOTH are doing an amazing job, juggling the build with family life, and plenty of laughs along the way. Clearly you know what you are doing. ❤️

@thatoandyseth8879 3 жыл бұрын

Lots of respect for Josh and Erin, any couple that can accomplish what you've accomplished is exceptional, you made this seem very doable!

@johnv1840 3 жыл бұрын

Josh doesn't need us to comfort him, his epic beard has got it under control. Keep it growing, it deserves it.

@markt7663 3 жыл бұрын

We follow a lot of similar channels about off-grid and yours is one of the few that's doing this on such a scale. Good discussion about the hows and whys, as well as the actual cost/benefit. Thanks.

@petenelson6654 3 жыл бұрын

A huge kudos to Josh and Erin too. I truly admire all the hard work that you guys and the amount of knowledge you share. As a former eletrician I know the amount of time and planning it takes to do a project like that on the solar system alone. Also extremely helpful because I am so tired of paying $300- $500/ month in electric bills to the local REC. I have been looking into solar for awhile and just wasn't sure how much wattage I needed until now. Thank you so much for all of your hard work and may God watch over and bless your family

@SHOT_GUNNER 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate you guys taking the time to do a cost breakdown analysis for the viewers. You both have such an amazing home it’s beautiful. For me and my family of 4, we live in TN and around March next year we will be ready to make the decision to either buy a home and go off-grid or buy a home on the grid but supplement as much of the utilities as we can. We are going to live smaller than your current setup (budget constraints) so I hope it is a bit less. Thanks for posting.

@ThomasStopski Жыл бұрын

I just want to say, I love watching your channel. It is very authentic with the kids and pets running through and you two just roll with the punches. Thanks and keep it coming!

@jamesfleming6773 3 жыл бұрын

That ended up a good price for such a large system, Josh did such a tidy job of the installation. He is keeping his hand in 👍🇬🇧

@jhall3106 3 жыл бұрын

I'm always happy to see when you post a new video. This is my favorite KZfaq channel. It's a perfect combination of learning (although most of what Josh does is way over my head) :) ....and sharing in your joys and accomplishments. Thank you for what you do.

@RobertRoberts329 3 жыл бұрын

Bravo guys. You both worked so hard on this, especially Josh. You guys are doing great and should be soooo proud. Much love.

@keithleder8971 3 жыл бұрын

Love how you guys work together so well. Blessings on you, your marriage, your family. Shalom!

@gavinperry7237 3 жыл бұрын

You didn’t add the HUGE COST of “Little Debbies” to keep Josh happy. 🤣🌰🌰🌰🌰🌰😂

@trekOCLVone 3 жыл бұрын

From the constant bickering about the huge habit of Little Debbies of Josh the formula wouldn't show any payback.. lol

@bridgetqualey4366 3 жыл бұрын

Josh's knowledge-filled design of their electrical system, his installation, skills, work ethic, attitude, even his ability to articulate what he was doing: all BRILLIANT! I can't imagine having to defend an oz of it to anyone for any reason. And Erin is an able and rugged helper with their combined humor being front and center add the grease to make it all turn wisely, fluidly, and gracefully. Even the analysis is stunning. Thank you.

@genestatler2514 3 жыл бұрын

Let me say Bridget, that you are quite articulate yourself in describing Erin and Josh and right on point.

@bridgetqualey4366 3 жыл бұрын

@@genestatler2514 How sweet, thank you.

@jonomasonILoveU 3 жыл бұрын

@@genestatler2514 Aww I was gona say that ! hmmf !!

@jonomasonILoveU 3 жыл бұрын

@@genestatler2514 Are Scottish ? you sound like Sean Connery James Bond with that silky smooth compliment to Bridget , well done , could`nt have said it better myself...

@genestatler2514 3 жыл бұрын

@@jonomasonILoveU Thanks Jono, yes there's a little Scottish in the mix. I'll take that as a compliment.

@genegoodman5233 3 жыл бұрын

You kids have done great, enjoy your success. You’re a great family, you work together and play together. I’m proud of you stay safe

@wrefordjones4021 3 жыл бұрын

Josh is the professional master electrician and the work he has completed is the ultimate proof and I salute him for being a TRADES PERSON who takes pride in his work. Erin , you are a fortunate wife and mother!

@whodakat9989 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, she’s the fortunate one lol

@shaunchristie3308 3 жыл бұрын

They are both lucky to have each other. Is there anything sexier than a woman talking about sustainable living. Congrats to you both!

@75dobs 3 жыл бұрын

@@whodakat9989 saying a women is the lucky one by no means lessens her position. His skill set for their family's future plans is perfect.

@jasonl9084 3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you decided to do a price breakdown. I'd been interested in that as you've built and grown your system. Great work!

@dottieburton5501 3 жыл бұрын

Josh has done a great job but, don't t sell yourself short because you have worked just as hard as Josh has you both have worked your hinny's off and done an awesome job with this build can't wait till you start on the back part of the house you two are great together

@maxnex7676 3 жыл бұрын

Put in another way, they are a team.

@dottieburton5501 3 жыл бұрын

@@maxnex7676 yes an awesome team for sure

@leshawthorn3772 3 жыл бұрын

You two have done a great job on that solar. Lucky Josh is an electrician and really knows his stuff. It sure was a lot of work, and careful planning. Respect to you both.

@adelaferreira4575 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for such clear and extensive explanation of your grid cost ,Josh is a master electrician ,but not all electricians understand solar,and he did an amazing job on everything with your help Erin ,I am so happy for you both ,all you have done at your place is an extraordinary effort and great accomplishment ,kudos for you .Blessings from this part of the world !

@dannywilsher4165 3 жыл бұрын

I second the "You did an awesome job Mr. Josh"!!!! I worked in the commercial electrical field for many years. As an electrical engineer designing and specking out jobs all over the world, I enjoyed watching you do your thing!!!! I would hire you any day of the week!!!

@jeremyburch5850 3 жыл бұрын

Bottom line: electrical work is expensive. Also bottom line: Josh is an absolute beast. Mad respect.

@rburns531 3 жыл бұрын

oohraah on that!

@vfdchauffer3606 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent explanation. Said before, outstanding work, true craftsman and master electrician and technician. Erin you definitely are a teacher, you properly controlled the presentation and even made Josh work from memory, although he forgot the cost. LOL. You guys are absolutely great together, beautiful family and way of life.

@richardbrophy4120 3 жыл бұрын

I just sent this to my son who is also an electrician ( single 33 ), and I said to him, ' hey Mickee, check out what she said just past the 15 minute mark, that she is fortunate to be married to an electrician ! ". Maybe I am being a little pushy . Great video, very nice couple .

@PaleRider54 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the full breakdown and links. Throughout the entire process, I was consistently impressed with Josh's professionalism and attention to safety and detail. If he was a local contractor in the area where I was building, I'd hire him in a NY second.

@debclark2892 3 жыл бұрын

You guys are always so extremely informative I am absolutely amazed at your willingness and your capabilities you to have both grown through all the videos

@whatever007ism 3 жыл бұрын

Thank You for the detailed costs! We’re trying to decide all of our options. We definitely want to go solar on our next home build.

@mindi.m 3 жыл бұрын

You guys really have done this the right way. Thanks for explaining how cost effective it is both short term and long term.

@PapaDougsAdventures01 3 жыл бұрын

I’d want Josh to install my Solar System. Good Job Guys!!

@erikroberts8307 3 жыл бұрын

And he didn't even planet when he first got started.

@George-nn8ui 3 жыл бұрын

He just showed you how it’s done so he doesn’t have to go there 😝

@allengibson7346 3 жыл бұрын

Been watching for years. This was the vid I have been waiting for. As soon as the snow clears here I'm installing a 10KW array. Thanks for sharing some of the trip wires to watch for.

@Teacher_elleq 3 жыл бұрын

Their channel is so inspiring to go wonderfully off-grid for the long haul! 😊😁❤️

@illougal_invader 3 жыл бұрын

I'm really protective of Josh. I would still be alive if my xxes would have supported me like that. I'm happy for u guys that u are smart loving and crushing it.

@cawallace21 3 жыл бұрын

Love seeing how successful your channel is. You deserve it, you put so much work into your place and your videos. Congratulations!

@ursaun7 3 жыл бұрын

Sounds like how my wife defends me versus my reaction🤣I wont worry about it and she's like "you better not come for my husband"

@bobketterer9119 3 жыл бұрын

I have given up worrying about the twitterjerks have to say.

@BosticValor 3 жыл бұрын

Proud West Virginian here, love what you guys are doing! Hadn't watched your any of your videos for awhile, glad to see this one pop up. Very cool to see the hard work paying off.

@CedarTrailsLiving 3 жыл бұрын

Great rundown of costs, I was very interested in hearing about some of the other material costs and sourcing. Not that I think you should have included it but a large missing line item here is the labor costs for all of these things for anyone that is not able to diy. I think of that all the time with my current house build. The more I do myself, the lower the cost. The per hour rate of an electrician comparable to Josh is definitely not cheap. Thanks for sitting down and walking us through these numbers.

@dalekronk496 3 жыл бұрын

Josh is a amazing worker. Would hire him to do my electrical needs

@eddyrdz7543 3 жыл бұрын

I've been one of your original viewers from wehn you only had like 30k subs. Man, I enjoy watching your videos so much. Thank you guys! Awesome work from the both of you!

@__bam 3 жыл бұрын

You guys are awesome! Great breakdown of your needs, the equipment and the cost of being energy independent.

@markfin7225 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate the thorough explanation, approximate costs, design ideas and collaboration. Well done Josh and Erin. Reliance on the ‘man’ is what I want to eliminate too!

@donnamorris2993 3 жыл бұрын

Was literally just thinking about you and wondering when the next show is and all of a sudden... You appear 😁 my favourite channel on KZfaq, have a lovely day from 🇬🇧

@michaelcoles6140 3 жыл бұрын

I just wished we could get land cheap here plus, wood here is like 3times the price than it is in US....it’s a struggle to get on in life in the uk now.

@jameswellings9944 3 жыл бұрын

@@michaelcoles6140 you can get cheap land north and west. Tax system changes could resolve normal wood price issues, and of course compare population density in Europe and the length of time EU citizens have been working that land; USA is pretty much empty..........

@ShakerBuildTech 3 жыл бұрын

Great information. Josh as a fellow electrician of 20 years, I can say your work is awesome and some of the cleanest I've ever seen! Clean well laid out wiring is so pretty! Best of luck on your future projects.

@miket1638 3 жыл бұрын

These two are awesome! Adorable together. Josh did amazing job explaining inverter vs array. Even I can understand it now.

@UmExPeaoNaAmerica 3 жыл бұрын

So much respect for this beautiful family. I have followed them since the beginning!

@stephenfurlong8947 3 жыл бұрын

Hi guys, this is really helpful. We installed a standby generator and solar panels when we built our house a few years ago. Now I kinda understand what they did! Also, how could anybody come for Josh? He rocks, but he’s lucky to have such a protective wife! 😊

@TheUserid82 3 жыл бұрын

With the size of the panel array and it being in the pasture have you thought of turning it into a rain catchment for animal water? Due to the gaps between the panels you would need a sheet or tarp under to catch the water and direct down to the gutter and a in ground tank for holding would then let you run a pipe down hill to a water tank for the animals.

@laurieg673 3 жыл бұрын

You don't want tarps flapping around during a storm under your solar system.

@michaeljohnson4636 3 жыл бұрын

You could put gutters under the longitudinal gaps to catch the water

@TheUserid82 3 жыл бұрын

@@laurieg673 How would it direct the water to the gutter if it is flapping in the wind? It is a tried setup often hidden under things like decks where water runs between the boards just in this case secured to the top and bottom of the frame to catch the water running off each panel.

@laurieg673 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheUserid82 gutters would work but a plastic tarp would not be something you want blowing around your solar panels.

@mark40n8 3 жыл бұрын

with cold temps in winter; not a good idea. Not to mention not a good idea having any amount of water near electricity!

@leotisbrown6920 3 жыл бұрын

Josh's work is so professional, no one should dare to undermine him or question his work !!!!!

@texanoutdoors6409 3 жыл бұрын

I live in Texas, we had 21 inches of snow and got down to minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. I built my home for livability during this type situation. I have a 250 gallon propane tank with gas logs, gas cook stove, and heaters in all bathrooms. I also have a manual disconnect on my house where I can hook up my Honda EU 7000 generator to my home for lights, fridge and deep freezers. We made it just fine. I keep 80 gallons of non ethanol gas with Stabil fuel stabilizer in it. I fill up in October each year and if I don't use the gas during the winter I use it in my mowers mowing 8 acres of yard each spring. Most homeowners sadlly failed to plan for this type situation. We were unable to get out of our house for 8 days since we live off the main roads but made it just fine because of proper planning. Love your guys channels. Been with you since month one.

@DellHell1 3 жыл бұрын

The pleasure and pride from doing the job and doing the job well is worth way more than what you spent. Excellent work.

@3sisters634 3 жыл бұрын

If anyone came for Josh it was pure jealousy. You are both incredible and I have been so enriched enjoying both of your channels.

@papajoe6254 3 жыл бұрын

Respect for Josh's skill yes, but Erin has picked this stuff up like a Pro. You are building a secure future for you family, Priceless.

@MariaVargas-gx7pg 3 жыл бұрын

It is always important that we learn how to do things around the house on our own. Glad my husband does electrical work, plumber, construction, mechanic. Thank God!

@robertjenkins9747 3 жыл бұрын

The installation you two did of your own power source was nothing but perfectly done by a Master Electrician and his first class assistant.

@shawnwattles5556 3 жыл бұрын

Why have I never seen you guys until this popped up in my recommended feed today?!?! Watched a couple previous vids already and love your story. Looks like I have about 2 years of catching up to do!!

@buf556 3 жыл бұрын

Shawn go and start at the beginning you wont be disappointed

@WildWonderfulOffGrid 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you found us! We hope you enjoy the rest of the story 😊

@dennisnagel4422 3 жыл бұрын

@@buf556 I'll second that.

@buzsnyder 3 жыл бұрын

Definitely watch from the beginning! I just found them a week ago and binged two years worth of videos. Then i spent hours looking for property! My wife thinks I’m going crazy.