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Build It Like Beckhams
United States
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 26 ธ.ค. 2019
We are two engineers-turned-non-professional builders who love DIY, heavy equipment, and poking fun at the 90s infomercials! We've moved around the country, and now, several renovations and one self-built home later, we've returned to California, where our story began. We found ourselves falling in love with the beautiful town of Mariposa, near Yosemite National Park. Now, we're starting all over again, building our forever home/self-sustainable homestead/maybe-a-farm.
Feel free to follow along as we turn 27 acres of untamed wilderness into our dream retreat! (Disclaimer: It's a big, tough job for two, and it's gonna take a while... 😆)
Cheers,
Sharon & Justin
ps. Oh, and no, we're not related to the famous Beckhams. But, we (really it's just Sharon) love Spice Girls!
Feel free to follow along as we turn 27 acres of untamed wilderness into our dream retreat! (Disclaimer: It's a big, tough job for two, and it's gonna take a while... 😆)
Cheers,
Sharon & Justin
ps. Oh, and no, we're not related to the famous Beckhams. But, we (really it's just Sharon) love Spice Girls!
Generator Costs Deconstructed
Actual costs to install our 38 kw Kohler generator. Video breaks down genset, transfer switch, installation and DIY savings!
0:00 Intro
0:46 Cost Outline
1:54 Genset costs
6:24 Transfer Switch costs
7:49 Installation costs
10:54 DIY Savings
13:22 Crowdsource additional data
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0:00 Intro
0:46 Cost Outline
1:54 Genset costs
6:24 Transfer Switch costs
7:49 Installation costs
10:54 DIY Savings
13:22 Crowdsource additional data
14:02 Next Episode..Solar!
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Toto wall-hung AP Washlet+ S550e
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Check out how we installed this dream latrine for an integrated wall look as well as a demo of it's features and shortcomings. The frame part number is WT173MA.
Lutron Serena shade install
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Quick update showing how we're planning hide our automatic shades. These are Lutron Serena shades in the Luna blackout collection.
Cali Vinyl Longboard DIY Install
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Wondering how to install Cali Vinyl Longboards? Watch to see a few tricks for install and how to do it with no baseboards! Ours are the Oceanic Oak color: www.califloors.com/product-longboard-oceanic-stone-plastic-vinyl-flooring 7902500500
ThermoSoft WarmStep DIY installation, part 2
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Check out how we connected the lead wires from a group of 10 Thermosoft WarmStep mats and connected the OJ Microline thermostat to the sensors. We also used a combination arc fault breaker for added safety.
ThermoSoft WarmStep DIY installation
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Check out how we've been installing ThermoSoft WarmStep electric radiant mats between our Dri-core subfloor and LVP flooring.
LG Mini-split install, part 3 (control options)
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If you're going use an LG mini-split with I highly recommend the wired controller for better information about what it's doing and more options to control the behavior. Parts we used: Extension cable: www.supplyhouse.com/LG-PZCWRC1-33-Extension-Cable-Assembly Controller: www.supplyhouse.com/LG-PREMTC00U-Simple-Remote-Controller-2-Setpoint-Auto WIred Remote Manual: lghvac.com/resource-service?fi...
Concrete sealing
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We used Foundation Armor S2000 WATER-BASED SODIUM SILICATE CONCRETE DENSIFIER AND SURFACE HARDENER for our back patio. Check out the difference with that vs silane based sealer.
Electrical trims with DesignMod Smoothline
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Most of our outlets and switches are using DesignMod Smoothline trims. Check out how they work!
Drywall and Ceilings complete!
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We finally have some finished surfaces! All the drywall is in and finished to Level 3. The majority of the ceilings are finished in Vasari Plaster in Natural White and the bathroom in Carbon Black. We also have a patio with added color using Davis Dark Grey.
Exterior Insulation Complete
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We used Rockwool ComfortBatt R30 in our 2x8 walls for exterior insulation and polyurethane closed-cell foam under the roof deck for our thermal envelope.
LG Mini-split install, part 2
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All 4 ceiling cassettes and the outdoor unit in our LG mini-split HVAC system are installed. This video shows how it gets wired up and some details about the line set installation.
2500 Gallon Fire Dept Tank setup
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Check out how we setup our 2500 gallon tank along with the shutoff float valve, low water alarm, and 2 HP booster pump.
Standing seam Galvalume roof begins
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We were finally able to start on our eaveless roof so this quick update shows the drip edges and first panel installed. We are using Western States Western Lock® Standing Seam (1.75" Snap Lock) - A Concealed Fastener Panel with Clips System in Galvalume color.
Residential Fire Sprinklers installation cost in CA
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Building a residence in California requires fire safety sprinklers, which in our case cost $3000 or about $3 per sq ft. The installation for our house was just completed by a licensed plumber, so in this quick video Justin explains how it works with the domestic water connection at the system riser, spacing, and the passive purge to toilet requirement.
Mobile wood cutting station for trim work
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Mobile wood cutting station for trim work
Electrical and plumbing rough-in continues
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Electrical and plumbing rough-in continues
Ultimate Electrical Setup - 400A with Backup and Solar
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Ultimate Electrical Setup - 400A with Backup and Solar
Why would Toto design it where the lid hits / covers the switch ? Poor design
For all that concern about termites that is wood, I presume it is pressure treated for them.
Should have used glavel (foamed glass), which acts like gravel and insulation at R-1.7 per inch.
So what did they find?
Why didn’t you use solar for power generation?
Nice pipe termite barriers. But that is a lot of rebar that wasn’t needed to be placed. Helix micro rebar would have done that when used. Vertical rebar is used instead of anchor bolts on icf homes to connect the icf concrete to the slab concrete.
A lot of work to create those forms. Wouldn’t mono slab ez form have been easier?
give me your guys number, I got a quote for 5k , and it is the same size as your property
How about the remote button sensor? I’m about to install because according to the lg app the room is about 10 degrees warmer than it is. But it seems to adjust because it gets temp within 5 or 6 degrees of actually temp. Still not satisfied with thermistor in ceiling cassette.
I live in a pretty typical apartment complex. My fire sprinklers have covers on them. Recently one fell of and as I was putting it back on I felt a light breeze from the hole the sprinkler is moujnted on, not the sprinkler itself. Is that common or a problem?
The breeze is just from the open void above the ceiling
Just one more obstacle they've put against us housing ourselves. Land of the fee, home of the slave. No sprinkler requirements to set up a tent under the freeway though
great job... #IPC_drainage_test
Any ductwork?
Not for the mini-split system but yes for the HRV.
Thanks for the video. Who designed the fire sprinkler plans?
Install would have been easier if you didn't try to force the planks under the drywall.
Clean set up. That house looks pretty dang big
How much did the tank, install, and fire outlet cost you?
It's been a while so I don't quite remember but I think around $2000. We did the install so probably will be more to have someone else do it.
Can you please to a video on how to actually setup that remote thermostat? You kind of left me hanging as I have just received that thermostat.
You mean the wired thermostat? I wasnt' going to make another video about just that one. There is a part in this video in the middle about where it plugs into the PCB. Otherwise I think it comes with instructions about all the installer functions that you can set however you like. But if you have a specific question I can try to help. It's worth noting that we ultimately decided against using the mini-split for heating since it had to run all the time at high fan speed to get adequate heat down at people level.
Hey, anyone you can recommend to install one of these on my 10 ac. property? I'm getting ready to construct a home, and they won't let me build it unless one of these fire water tank is installed. I am in the Southern California area. Thanks
How is it a sealer if the concrete is soaking up water? Am I missing something?
How didi you hide the electrical cord for the toilet? Most have a wall plug??
Yes, there is a removable panel on the other side of the wall with an outlet in the wall cavity that it plugs into. The power cord does fit through the back of toilet frame the same way the signal cable is routed.
How are your floors holding up? Would you recommend them? We loved the longboards on the showroom floor in the store, but keep reading terrible reviews on them.
The durability seems pretty good but it hasn't been a year yet. In general I wouldn't recommend them due to the difficulty of installation and fragility of the click lock system. Even a minor imperfection in the subfloor will cause the pieces to separate at the ends when you walk over it. If you haven't bought them already I would recommend you look for an alternative.
The I4F locking system is one of the best.
They say it compatible with nail-on floors how is this possible!
If you're nailing the edge of each plank while you can still see the heating mat then I suppose it's possible. Most of the material is just a fiber mesh that holds the wire in place, so you could puncture that with a nail as long as you stay away from the wire running through it.
LG A/C = Garbage Good Brand And Makes Bad Units And Most Expensive. Amén.
So true, bud.
Are the three way valves an "L" or "T" valve?
They install like a T. But water only moves through them like an L that changes shape when you move the handle.
i used this system and installed similarly, and in less than a year a started to notice curling on the narrow end of the plank initially and then more and more of the LVP's started to fail. Given that I installed it in the living room, hallway, and 4 bedrooms at great expense I am very disappointed. Curious to hear how your floors are holding up! The flooring store I bought the LVP's from lied and said I didnt tell them I was putting the planks over this system and refused to stand behind their product and sale. Arg!
Yikes, I hope we have better results, but thanks for sharing your experience. When we were in heating mode we noticed the flooring making quite a bit of sounds when the floor heat cycles on and off, likely due to expansion and contraction. Do you notice something similar?
Sweet pump house! Do you require any ventilation, particularly in the hot summer months?
Thanks! Yes, it could use a small vent but we haven't put one it yet (too many other things to do I guess). Thanks for the reminder. ;)
Is there no way to have the temperature sensor that’s built into the remote controller that comes with the unit control the head unit?
You did a great job hiding the 120v plug. I think Toto's instructions would have it visible to the left. Did you fit it under the bowl (to the right of the waste connection)? I'm trying to plan the same install.
Yes, it's on the back side of the cedar plank wall. We tested out how far the cord would reach through the gap in the bowl and set an outlet when we first roughed in the frame. In our case we're putting a removable hatch on the back side of the toilet since it's an interior wall. Good luck!
Don't like having that condensate drainage in the Attic. I would rather have it on the wall and use a mini duct.
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Hi! This looks great, im sorry if you mentioned it in your video - what color/style is this?
Oceanic Oak
where did you get the fire hydrant valve and what model?
We got the valve from the local plumbing supplier that also supplied the tank. Sorry, I don't know what model but it's 2".
Hi there! Do you have an update on how the water filtration system is holding up? Any pros and cons with any of the brands/products? If you could change anything after having it in for a while, what would it be? About to mimic this setup for our well so just wanted to see!
Hello! The filter systems have been working really well. We've had it for about 5 years already and haven't had the need to change the media in the softener or iron/sulfur remover. Earlier this year we started to notice the smell coming back but it went away by increasing the H2O2 injection rate, so it was likely a result of the natural breakdown of the H2O2, but 5 years is a pretty good run for shelf life. So the only advice I'd say is don't order too much at the beginning, see fast how your injection rate consumes it (it depends on your water) and then order the right amount on an ongoing basis.
Good video thanks 👍
You definitely didn't need the boom lift. Especially since you also have a scissor lift on site.
Wow. I didnt know I wanted one before now. I always saw them as too pricey, but that really looks very nice. You went for the top of the line and I cannot say i would do it any different. Those heated seats and bidet are worth every penny.
Cost? Model? Would you do it again?
Toto in-wall tank WT173MA, AP bowl CT426CFGT40#01, Washlet seat S550e
Are you satisfied with mini split system?
To be honest we really don't like it for heating. The main problem is that the inside fans have to run at a pretty high speed to get the heat down low enough. Since mini-splits don't produce as hot of air they have to run more too so you feel like it's constantly blowing air that's not all that warm. We ended up putting electric heating under floor mats in and like that a lot better (check out Thermosoft videos). The mini-split was fine during cooling season so that's probably all we'll use it for.
Thanks for the reply. I'm building a small house for my daughter and was thinking about mini splits. I was afraid that would be your answer. I was also thinking about radiant heat in the floor. I'm not sure what the answer is. We're in MO in not sure where you are but the winters can get a little cold here. I'll check out the other video right now. (My wife's maiden name, Beckham.)
We're in a part of CA where it does get below freezing overnight, but only for a few hours. If you're in the mid-west with long cold winters I think you really won't like it. If we could do it over I'd install radiant pipes in the slab and heat the water with an air-to-water heat pump. Alternatively you could heat it with a wood-fired outdoor boiler if electricity costs are a concern.
Looking forward to part 3
So did you have to run conduit all the way from your meter to your house?
Yep. It's a single 3" conduit all the wires go through. The electrician suggested we could have done it as 2x 2-2.5" instead since there are 2 laterals
@@BuildItLikeBeckhams Thanks for the reply. I was hoping I could do without the conduit as I want to build any 550 feet from the road. That conduit is going to be expensive.
Well there are wires that allow for direct burial. That's what we used at our other house and it was fine. The electricians around here didn't recommend it so we went with conduit. Good luck!
That's the cleanest foundation prep I've ever seen. It's the difference between homeowner and tract home builder
I know it’s long past time to correct but for anyone else reading later on, any time a drain line passes through a footing it should pass through a sleeve that is 2” larger in diameter than the drain line. Nice forms though!
Wow, soo muc going on in that tiny shed just to get well water.
I would probably use galvanized mobile home tie downs.
Yeah, there are ties made specifically for propane tanks, but they seemed really expensive and not that different from these.
Hi, I'm a producer for NBC4 in Washington DC I was wondering if we could use your video for our propane gas storage safety tips story for air and online... Would it be ok for us to use it?
Sure! Please let me know if there is a link to your story after you publish it
Can this be used on foundation walls ?
Yes, but i believe you'd want a different product to be a moisture barrier for foundation walls
@@BuildItLikeBeckhams I spoke to the manufacturer. They agreed and suggested a water sealer over the S2000 product
Good Recommendation on using wired remote with the LG heat pump system. I installed an LG - LMU480HV with three heads mid - 2016 that has provided reliable heating and cooling for near eight years (knock on wood). Somewhere around year three or four I installed wired remotes for each head to provide more reliable and predictable temperature control - problem solved! I use our system a lot for heating in late fall and early spring, for tempering yearly propane usage. If I run individual heads on set fan speeds of low, medium, or hi, in heating mode w/sub freezing temps the outdoor unit will enter defrost mode fairly regularly. However, the defrost mode of the outdoor unit can be greatly reduced if I set each head fan speed to AUTO. This above scenario I never noticed when utilizing the remotes, it was only after utilizing the wired remotes. In the AUTO fan speed mode the room temps are still maintained, but the system seems prioritize heads, fan speed, and thus amount of heat.
Thanks for sharing your experience. The behavior you described - with the defrost mode changing based on the type of remote you are using - is the type of thing we found frustrating. It's hard to tune it to the way you want when you can't figure out what it's doing in the first place. For us with 10' ceilings we found the interior fan has to run at pretty high speed to get even heating down at people height. So we've mostly switched to electric resistance heating (see video's about warmstep mats) and find that a lot better despite the fact it will probably cost more. The miin-split will be great for cooling in the summer when we want cool air to sink but it just doesn't seem to work well for heating.
Great video. PLEASE PLEASE make a video about how you are doing the no baseboard installation. Where your drywall ends and meets your floor. I really want to know how to do it. I have done some research but nothing good comes up. And your clean style and installations are just what we like. Thank you for the great videos! I have watched them all.
Thanks for watching! No problem, we'll definitely make a video once we figure out a way to make the drywall beads meet the floor.