TOTAL COST of Our OFF-GRID Solar Set Up | DIY Container House Homestead Power
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@AmbitionStrikes 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the shout out guys! It's incredible what you two have built together.
@CantContainUs 2 ай бұрын
We appreciate that guys! Thanks for being such an inspiration for smaller channels like ours! Yall ROCK!
@jeremys3174 2 ай бұрын
We need a calab
@mrbill8542 2 ай бұрын
And we all know the power companys will ALWAYS raise their rates !! Smart to go solar !!
@CantContainUs 2 ай бұрын
Yes after living this way for so long, I could never imagine going back!
@warbird099 Ай бұрын
Sounds like you are making the smart decisions and making a home that you will be able to sustain for many years!
@josephmiller6866 2 ай бұрын
Nice. Proud of how young you all are and not falling the norms of our society. The journey to debt free loving is nice. I think once you fall into the " I want want everyone else has," it's harder to break out of that cycle. The number of panels you got for the price are good. Proud of you all for making wise decisions. Look forward to seeing what else you all will do with your lives. Stay focused and don't give up. You all have a good thing going especially for your ages.
@CantContainUs 2 ай бұрын
We’ve never really been the keeping up the joneses type. We may be the outcasts but we don’t mind that. It’s honestly quite peaceful. We love our panels especially the strength compared to the price. Thank you for your kindness and support!
@daddio7249 2 ай бұрын
Ah youth, glad you are doing what you enjoy. I am 71 and just put in a larger system for about the same cost per watt. Twenty four 460 watt panels, two 6500 watt inverters, 20 kWh battery rack, plus all wiring, $19, 500. Off grid system but I do have a grid connection, I used a transfer switch to change back to grid power if my batteries get too low.
@Ulbre 2 ай бұрын
You guys have done well...very well. That's an awesome price for what you have achieved. And it will just grow bigger and better and you'll eventually be running off the sun all year round....or damn close to all year round. Also it's a real pleasure to watch super cheery and happy :)
@johnphilipwilson 2 ай бұрын
Supper impressed with what you've done. Achieving energy independence at less than $10k USD is amazing.
@gaylerichards7409 2 ай бұрын
This was an excellent video and I thank you! You guys really opened my eyes. I thought it would be so much more in costs. You both present so well. Thanks again!
@CantContainUs 2 ай бұрын
We try to be as frugal as possible. We are definitely not made of money and have a smaller channel. Theres always room for improvement but it gets the job done for now!
@dc1544 2 ай бұрын
Very nice. I also built a system for $15,000 11k solar, 2 5k inverters and 4 14.3kw battery banks. Off-Grid Garage aka Andy just did a review on new EVE MB30 and MB 31 cells. For $2500 you can get 30kw of battery if you can build your own That includes 2 BMS's. He has links to where to buy from (China) on his personal website but links to it are on KZfaq. I will be ordering those and 2 more BMS and another inverter all for $3500. I am adding more solar and using inverter as MPPT controller and those 2 battery banks of 15kw will be on new inverter separate form other batteries since others are 280ah and new ones are 306ah. Its about me getting off grid from electric then from Natural Gas in 4 years.
@carmenmariacortesmarin2664 2 ай бұрын
Very nice set up. The fact that you can flatten the solar array is fantastic.
@johnhill9381 2 ай бұрын
SMART, you guys saved money and at the same time you had fun together doing the work. Plus a more reliable power setup.
@CantContainUs 2 ай бұрын
We learned sooo much from doing it ourselves which honestly is the most important part!
@backdoormanintheend 2 ай бұрын
Thanks, great job!🙂
@kd2eat 2 ай бұрын
As they say "Good Enough is the enemy of Better". I think you're doing it just right. The prices of all this kind of stuff are plummeting. As your needs grow, you'll probably be able to add to or replace much of it without a huge sticker shock, especially when you take the modular approach, as you have. Don't forget to watch out for tax incentives, too!
@CantContainUs 2 ай бұрын
Definitely! As time goes on we will improve! Always hunting down deals and trying to get the best prices!
@BobBohner4851 2 ай бұрын
You’re doing great. I’m very proud of your accomplishments and follow through. Great job
@BobBohner4851 2 ай бұрын
You’re doing great. I’m very proud of your accomplishments and follow through. Great job
@southernohiosolarhomestead8477 2 ай бұрын
Great update, we have the problem with our local electric company they have three poles on our property because of the easement, I’m hoping one day to be where you guys are off grid , they charge us a $10 customer fee transmission fees , fuel fees and the power fee and we pay property taxes on that easement we can’t even use , you guys are doing great , hopefully one day we can tell them to get the poles off of our property living totally off grid , love your channel keep them coming
@ld5714 2 ай бұрын
Hi Summer and Cody! I enjoyed the vid and did also look at the other you recommended. I am on grid and also have a 5KW system that we did mainly to reduce our electric bill. My system is about 12 years old now, permanently roof mounted on my 22' X 68' shop. Due to it's age the cost was considerably higher than today, yet, it paid for itself in less than 6 years. Todays costs would be far less and the payback very quick. Thanks for the informative video. Have a great week. Larry, Central Valley, Ca.
@toddtomaszewski4626 Ай бұрын
That's a great price for the whole thing. Thanks for sharing this with me 😁
@Home-11 2 ай бұрын
Nice, it is great how you're able to share the cost of y'all's solar system and the good and bad(what could happen) with this well executed video! Hope y'all have more SUNSHINE in your life! ☀️🌞☀️🌞☀️🌞☀️🌞
@CajunCountryLivin 2 ай бұрын
Can’t wait to watch this after while! 🎥🎉 Happy Spring y’all! ❤
@mallermedia 2 ай бұрын
Looks like a really good system, and I appreciate you itemizing things and sharing your thought process. The one question I have for you is whether you're seeing optimal output from your solar panels due to the trees around them. Even a small shadow on a part of one of the panels can cause a considerable loss in efficiency. I wonder if you might end up putting them on your roof on in a clearer area. But from the looks of it, you're in a forest, so that might not be possible.
@deeflorindo781 2 ай бұрын
We are building off grid n watch you guys has been so. helpful. Prayer for Nitro n thx for sharing your lives with us. ❤
@CantContainUs 2 ай бұрын
Off grid is definitely the way to go! Thank you for the prayers.♥️
@connietaylor2171 2 ай бұрын
Love Ambition Strikes!
@user-hg2tk3xj9y 2 ай бұрын
Put up almost exactly half what you have for 5k, can def say I wish I had closer to yours, but will work up to it. Will stick to ground mounted, got the space and the issues that come with roof mounted I will pass on myself.
@lonelleminesinger4626 2 ай бұрын
Great overall video! I like how easy it is to follow for someone that knows nothing about solar! I had actually just subscribed to AmbitionStrikes a couple of days ago! lol
@LarryeWhite61 2 ай бұрын
1st time viewer. IF you live in a area with snow DON"T roof mount those panels later. Right now you have easy access to your panels.
@patriciafuchs5970 2 ай бұрын
Solar is getting cheaper! You’re going about getting power the right way for you. Gosh, you two are so dang smart!!
@CantContainUs 2 ай бұрын
Prices always fluctuate so we definitely keep our eye out for the best deals!
@klazyy641 2 ай бұрын
Good decision on going solar vs power company! I know that a lot of naysayers are dissing solar, but just wait until the roof falls in on them someday and they're w/o any power for a LONG time, heheh! At least you won't have a crew of "snoopy" so called linemen traipsing through your property while claiming that easement as their own for whatever reason. Your set-up does remind me of a knocked down version of Ambition Strikes (which is major overkill for most folks) but for your plans quite adequate. Well done and thanks for such a succinct breakdown of costs vs grid power costs.
@CantContainUs 2 ай бұрын
Our system is definitely not as fancy as we would like but it definitely gets the job done! We are grateful and yes there are sooo many benefits to going solar! But it’s not for everyone, that’s for sure!
@bennevets2877 2 ай бұрын
@@CantContainUs I’m not too familiar with the term “fancy” trumping function, though! I’m sure you’re proud of your accomplishments to date, especially with the solar system that will pay for itself in about 56 months! Thank you for making and sharing this video!
@pinkmosquito22 2 ай бұрын
Nice and informative! Definitely more affordable than I had originally thought! Thanks for sharing! 😊 P.S. Summer, you're horrible at checking your IG messages 😂 (said with love)
@Offgrid_in_the_Mountains 2 ай бұрын
Good job. Thanks for the information.
@TimothyTate-tc5yk 2 ай бұрын
I watch ambition strikes every Sunday and they do have a elaborate solar system and they also have a military generator as a backup.
@CantContainUs 2 ай бұрын
It’s definitely a set up of goals and dreams! Maybe one day🤞🏼
@lbheflin1458 2 ай бұрын
I watched both videos. You're right. They have a DREAM setup, but the cost is SOOOOO high. I love seeing both options. But especially yours because "progress over perfection" could be the motto for your page. You have an amazing affordable setup that you two will continue to upgrade as you go. Look how much you've already improved it! Your setup has me reconsidering if I can afford solar afterall!
@renshaw5darlene1519 2 ай бұрын
You guys are wonderful
@LisaMac36 2 ай бұрын
Interesting stuff. Great video.
@CantContainUs 2 ай бұрын
Thanks Lisa!
@hendersonsobers396 2 ай бұрын
Nicely done.
@KarenAnthony-cv6qj 2 ай бұрын
Wow that's crazy,best choice you both made love yr place.
@walterwright8926 2 ай бұрын
Man I wondered how the panels were holding up with all the hail we have had lately, Our daughters car was totaled in one of the recent hail storms.
@karenbrest187 2 ай бұрын
Good morning Cody & Summer 🤗 solar system is really nice & efficient 😉 hope Nitro is doing well 🤞 Take care 🙏🪻🌷🌞
@CantContainUs 2 ай бұрын
Thanks Karen! Appreciate you being here each week!
@GAMINGITUPWITHJOHN 2 ай бұрын
well now i see way better to go solar than to have monthly bills. like you said before it is cheaper thanks for the great vid. ill have to invest in solar when i get my place in a few years.👍👍
@1944chevytruck 2 ай бұрын
GOOD JOB!
@charleshutchings9355 2 ай бұрын
Very well laid out for us. Have a great week!
@CantContainUs 2 ай бұрын
I hope you have a wonderful weekend as well Charles!
@Firephosure 2 ай бұрын
Great you guys.
@rongray4847 2 ай бұрын
Hi guys I sure think your going in the write direction in life. Solar is defiantly a good way to go. 👍👍❤️❤️🇨🇦
@CantContainUs 2 ай бұрын
Thank Ron! A little a time and we will get there!
@TheCmv003 2 ай бұрын
Great info. Thanks for putting it together and sharing.
@CantContainUs 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@lcdc59 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the info!
@miekiedevilliers3523 2 ай бұрын
Enjoy the way you do things.like you're videos.❤
@CantContainUs 2 ай бұрын
Thank you!!
@jenthrasher5056 2 ай бұрын
The only house on my road that's about the same size as my house has built the same looking panel build as you have, recently they added a 😅whole new one of 24 panels. We want to be totally off grid on our own system, but my husband's injuries last year killed our savings, and now he can't handle the work due to shoulder injury and surgery. But I just lov
@stoneyvanwie6042 2 ай бұрын
That is a whole lot more bang for the buck ! Well done ! Your savings from off grid will pay the future upgrades and more.
@forevercontained 2 ай бұрын
we are so excited about this episode as we are pricing solar now!
@jojosworld956 2 ай бұрын
Great solar video. I've been thinking about putting a solar panel or 2 on my minivan. This was super informative so helps a lot. Thanks 😊 love from Cincinnati
@richardtitcomb5894 2 ай бұрын
Another nice informative video! Keep up the good job my friends
@johnkirby6547 2 ай бұрын
Hi guy's, Thanks for sharing another awesome video. Good choice to ground mount panels, easier to keep clean and snow free.
@cedricbroussard8738 2 ай бұрын
That's awesome. Y'all did an awesome job and I love the setup🙏🙏🙏
@gaylesmith4953 2 ай бұрын
Good info and well presented as you guys always have been. 👍👍
@leroybrandt8946 2 ай бұрын
Very good update. Thanks
@stevenprice5921 2 ай бұрын
Nice seeing the sun out
@MikeSTGL 2 ай бұрын
Nice set up . Goodluck.
@harlanmclain1719 2 ай бұрын
I have a lot less then what youguys have for system & i runn 220 well pump & i get by & have a bout $3000 in mine. Good luck & god bless
@user-lh5hq7hc7p 2 ай бұрын
love you two. love the vlogs.
@CantContainUs 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for being here and supporting!
@dorisharrison9885 2 ай бұрын
Enjoyed watching, very informative and learned a lot,have a bless day😮🪻💜🇺🇸
@CantContainUs 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for being here Doris!
@user-df7pu1zj6b 2 ай бұрын
You all are doing great.
@raybo34 2 ай бұрын
Y'all have a nice set up. Great job building it up to this point.
@CantContainUs 2 ай бұрын
Thank you Ray!
@raybo34 2 ай бұрын
@@CantContainUs You’re very welcome.
@johnmore3052 2 ай бұрын
Keep up the great work you're doing
@CantContainUs 2 ай бұрын
Thank you John!
@samuelvera9449 2 ай бұрын
Love watched the evolving container house.
@RevGerryRM 2 ай бұрын
Sweet. Good job guys 👍👍👍👍👍
@CantContainUs 2 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@bvsargeant 2 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for sharing the total cost and set up! I think it’s very doable for us some day. Now, how do we hire y’all to come out and do it for us? 😊
@CantContainUs 2 ай бұрын
For you mama it’s free♥️ thanks for watching mom
@bvsargeant 2 ай бұрын
@@CantContainUs always and forever 💕
@campjefferson8947 2 ай бұрын
you guys are cool!
@wg6215 Ай бұрын
All I can say is you can never have too many batteries, well....... within reason 😂
@iiinsaiii 2 ай бұрын
Question 🙋♂️ are you running the generator to just power your house or to just charge the batteries? With my setup. I use my generator with an 100amp charger to charge the batteries. Till they are charged. Then hopefully the next day the sun can charge them up. but if not, then I need to use the generator again. I try to use the generator no more then 4-6 hours. That’s enough time to charge the batteries from 20% level. But I also have two small Ryobi generators that I use with an 18amp charger. I always use the Ryobi’s because that use less gas and they are much quicker. Great job in your build.
@alanmeninno3052 2 ай бұрын
Good job doing good
@CantContainUs 2 ай бұрын
Thank you!!
@nicholasgrammatico403 2 ай бұрын
Time to consider 48vlt
@solartime8983 2 ай бұрын
🌅😎Great work to get Free from never ending monthly electric bills🌻🗽🌻. Note: You mentioned "cost to get utility power to site would be ~10,000.$$ ...except You would need to have trench dug with conduit available for them to pull wires thru...& pay? for transformer, etc." Would this expensive trench+conduit cost had been included in the $10k est. ?? Thanks🌻
@user-zy9xy4ru3f 2 ай бұрын
if you play, you have to pay!
@bishbash6547 2 ай бұрын
Great video.Could I recommend that you guys look up the Container Guys here on youtube and you'll get a lot of nice ideas.. For solar ideas plus container build ideas.
@thomasfruge 2 ай бұрын
😃👍👍
@isabelfarist221 2 ай бұрын
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@helen73m 2 ай бұрын
Have you watched life uncontained
@michaeldeboard1313 2 ай бұрын
Then ambition strikes
@Aussiehomestead1965 2 ай бұрын
First to comment woohoo 😊 Great video gang 🥰 Greetings from Australia 🦘🦘
@CantContainUs 2 ай бұрын
Good morning! Thanks for being here!
@Aussiehomestead1965 2 ай бұрын
Love your channel gang. Been following you from the very beginning. You have grown and learnt so much. Proud of you two 🥰
@jayvenard3698 2 ай бұрын
How about the blue eddie
@CantContainUs 2 ай бұрын
If we need a back up during the winter we hook it up. It all depends on weather and cloudy days! It’s definitely came in handy a few times. Right now Cody’s using it to power the Mini Split in our container shop!
@bootheelbryan9634 2 ай бұрын
Summer, do you still work for BHHSS
@CantContainUs 2 ай бұрын
I no longer do real estate. It was a really hard decision, however, my safety was the most important. Unfortunately, people would use real estate as a way to contact me without any interest in actually pursuing buying a home. I decided to take a step back about two years ago.
@bootheelbryan9634 2 ай бұрын
@@CantContainUs I agree with that decision to stay safe. Well keep up the good work on the dream and continue growing. I enjoy the videos, and projects you and Cody are doing together.
@EatingWild 2 ай бұрын
Got a very similar inverter the all in one inverter from PowMr. I actually think you have the split phase one where you can get a second one to get 10k at 240v. Looks different than my all in one that can't be split phase. Unless you got the non updated model
@CantContainUs 2 ай бұрын
Ours is an older model, the updated version came out a few months after we bought ours unfortunately. It's a 120v single phase unit, but when we upgrade it we will get a 220 split phase unit.
@EatingWild 2 ай бұрын
@@CantContainUs ok, I thought it looked a tad different. We also have the single phase 5000 watt updated PowMr. But our goal will be the same once we get our shed to house in order. Keep up the great work!
@sciglassblower 2 ай бұрын
I got 36 400w/500w bifacial solar panels in January of 2024 for $3600 free shipping. Lets say your panels are producing 3000 watts per hour and you are using 3000 watts from the inverter, that is a break even, no charge to batteries. Can never have enough solar panels. How cold does it get there? You don't want those lithium batteries ever getting below freezing. Any charge or discharge below freezing will destroy them all.
@heinrichjanevanrensburg1900 2 ай бұрын
👍🏻👌🏻❤️🙏🏻
@jamesmarkham3173 2 ай бұрын
A EMP would wipe them off.
@CantContainUs 2 ай бұрын
And EMP would wipe everything off🤣
@connyscheringa6106 2 ай бұрын
✌❤❤🤗
@mortenmyhrmoen7592 2 ай бұрын
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@ronhanish 2 ай бұрын
Acts 2:38
@luke10140 2 ай бұрын
Luv your lips 😊
@Revelation22-13 2 ай бұрын
Revelation 2:10-11 King James Version 10 Fear none of those things which thou shalt suffer: behold, the devil shall cast some of you into prison, that ye may be tried; and ye shall have tribulation ten days: be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life. 11 He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches; He that overcometh shall not be hurt of the second death. Gods blessings over you .
@ashyslashy5818 2 ай бұрын
I was hoping more outside of the box thinking for your energy needs.
@lincolnscott3155 2 ай бұрын
Great to see you both are totally on the same page with solar power generation. 🫵👍 Most men have a wife / partner that has no idea and rolls her eyes with anything remotely “connected” (pun intended) to off-grid. 🤔
@jodyboatright41 2 ай бұрын
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@Sara_Louise 2 ай бұрын
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