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

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  • 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
    @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +263

    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 th-cam.com/video/XeYv4fAR9dE/w-d-xo.html
    Timelapse Build short version th-cam.com/video/t73a_muTzcQ/w-d-xo.html
    Tour my Log Home th-cam.com/video/P1gN_Ypdbeo/w-d-xo.html

    • @tribeofdavid8
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@apage1717 thank you 🙏

    • @joshjablonicky171
      @joshjablonicky171 ปีที่แล้ว +4

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

    • @tribeofdavid8
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@joshjablonicky171 🙏

    • @winterfar2814
      @winterfar2814 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      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
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@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
    @kenrolltideAlabama ปีที่แล้ว +410

    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
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +25

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

    • @garytaylor5273
      @garytaylor5273 ปีที่แล้ว +28

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

    • @sharonaustin9701
      @sharonaustin9701 ปีที่แล้ว

      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
      @richardspencer7725 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@garytaylor5273 OR DOG HOUSE

    • @420WEED69
      @420WEED69 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @robert-zg8or
    @robert-zg8or 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

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

    • @tribeofdavid8
      @tribeofdavid8  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      🙏

    • @FPLJCB
      @FPLJCB หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

  • @georginiaquinn5209
    @georginiaquinn5209 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    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
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Thank you very much, so kind! 🙏 God bless

    • @georginiaquinn5209
      @georginiaquinn5209 ปีที่แล้ว

      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
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@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!

  • @waynecamardelle4459
    @waynecamardelle4459 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    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
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      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

  • @jimmyjames4065
    @jimmyjames4065 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    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
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

    • @jimmyjames4065
      @jimmyjames4065 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      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
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@jimmyjames4065 it definitely hurt lol thx again god bless

    • @johnfleury5430
      @johnfleury5430 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @user-wn9qb5rb7h
    @user-wn9qb5rb7h 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

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

    • @tribeofdavid8
      @tribeofdavid8  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you 🙏

  • @JW-pj1zd
    @JW-pj1zd ปีที่แล้ว +136

    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
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +6

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

    • @jameskerr1097
      @jameskerr1097 ปีที่แล้ว

      The other 50% aren’t men

    • @projektkobra2247
      @projektkobra2247 ปีที่แล้ว +7

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

    • @tribeofdavid8
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@projektkobra2247 🙏

    • @yappshukyin65
      @yappshukyin65 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @vernonhowell4485
    @vernonhowell4485 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    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!

  • @johnmuller3117
    @johnmuller3117 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    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
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +4

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

    • @Bewefau
      @Bewefau ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @redformansfoot5718
    @redformansfoot5718 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    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
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you very much! happy holidays!

    • @theemeraldfox7779
      @theemeraldfox7779 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @tribeofdavid8
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@theemeraldfox7779 awesome

  • @kenwilcox402
    @kenwilcox402 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @pebblesthecat3625
    @pebblesthecat3625 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    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
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you so much! happy holidays!

  • @mauricebrown9094
    @mauricebrown9094 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    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
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you kindly! happy holidays, stay safe

    • @johndemler653
      @johndemler653 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @MrAmw1
    @MrAmw1 ปีที่แล้ว +12

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

  • @yanceylindley5172
    @yanceylindley5172 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @BadForgeWeld
    @BadForgeWeld ปีที่แล้ว +6

    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
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!

  • @Azztek1
    @Azztek1 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    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.

  • @December314
    @December314 ปีที่แล้ว

    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
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @marcussilveritis4385
    @marcussilveritis4385 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @whatyouseenow411
    @whatyouseenow411 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    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!

  • @edwardguzik3081
    @edwardguzik3081 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    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
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว

      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

  • @jonhay75
    @jonhay75 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love this blokes blatant disregard for any HSE regulations....Very refreshing..oh and nice house.

    • @tribeofdavid8
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thx! Safety is my middle name haha! actually I am a trained firefighter and I always put my family safety first. I’m pretty comfortable doing risky things and no issues with heights. Which is stupid I know. I usually find myself already up on the roof with no harness on and then say “crap I really should to tie off” I need to work on that. No major injuries as of yet

  • @banacek8675
    @banacek8675 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    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.

  • @williamwaha3193
    @williamwaha3193 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    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
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @roblunsford84
    @roblunsford84 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @user-dy6xg4fv7i
    @user-dy6xg4fv7i ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @BobMead
    @BobMead ปีที่แล้ว +33

    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
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

    • @vickilark2547
      @vickilark2547 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @tribeofdavid8
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@vickilark2547 Thank you 🙏

  • @scottperine8027
    @scottperine8027 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    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!

  • @kent-ingestensen5371
    @kent-ingestensen5371 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    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!

  • @lisapwhinnery8488
    @lisapwhinnery8488 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @golden36
    @golden36 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    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
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you happy holidays to you and yours!

  • @pissoffyoupricks
    @pissoffyoupricks ปีที่แล้ว +4

    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
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @anijohnson8082
    @anijohnson8082 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You are not even my son and yet I am so very proud of you. My husband and I just love your video> We love your kids too!! Y'all be so blessed in abundance!!

  • @billvandorn5332
    @billvandorn5332 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh to be young and fit again!
    Very happy for all of you!

  • @carlmclelland7624
    @carlmclelland7624 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    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....

  • @lisafisher8081
    @lisafisher8081 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    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
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! blessings to you and yours

  • @mandycouperco2422
    @mandycouperco2422 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @JW-pj1zd
    @JW-pj1zd ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow, I mean I'm so impressed, this made my day, I was just talking to my wife yesterday ,I wish we could do this.

    • @tribeofdavid8
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you 🙏 you guys should go for it 👊

    • @JW-pj1zd
      @JW-pj1zd ปีที่แล้ว

      Well, I take care of my mom and my aunt who are both up there in age, and I run a modestly successful buisness, and I have 3 German shepards, I am planning my way to that. If everything goes right I will be there soon. But you and your family are a super awesome inspiration to me, just amazing.

    • @tribeofdavid8
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JW-pj1zd thank you so much I hope you get the chance to do this. Best decision I ever made. Best of luck, stay safe 👊

  • @peggywelty5139
    @peggywelty5139 ปีที่แล้ว

    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 .

  • @mountainwoodsman8116
    @mountainwoodsman8116 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    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!

  • @timpratt8266
    @timpratt8266 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    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
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @HedgehogChopper
    @HedgehogChopper ปีที่แล้ว

    I just know that you worked morning, noon and night to get it done
    RESPECT MAN

  • @whitneyryan1787
    @whitneyryan1787 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    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
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much 🙏 house tour video coming soon!

  • @tradelikeavulcan2614
    @tradelikeavulcan2614 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Amazing, Dave! Congratulations to you and the family.

  • @philipcovino8340
    @philipcovino8340 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @JC-ye7pj
    @JC-ye7pj ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @FitGabriel7
    @FitGabriel7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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! 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽👌🏽💯💯💯🔥

  • @rtleonitis
    @rtleonitis ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

    • @tribeofdavid8
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome, thank you so much! happy holidays!

  • @theroadrunnerjarhead4109
    @theroadrunnerjarhead4109 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    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.

  • @christopher5585
    @christopher5585 ปีที่แล้ว

    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.

  • @rebeccahutcheson599
    @rebeccahutcheson599 หลายเดือนก่อน

    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 👊💖

  • @PerkBuilders
    @PerkBuilders ปีที่แล้ว +5

    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
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @slavapal00za
    @slavapal00za ปีที่แล้ว +2

    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
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @stewartmcmanus3991
    @stewartmcmanus3991 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Well, what can I say? One of the best TH-cam 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.

  • @thegrinch8161
    @thegrinch8161 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    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. 👍

  • @mikemakuch2824
    @mikemakuch2824 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    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
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow, thanks! Happy holidays to you and yours!

  • @kevindouglas8768
    @kevindouglas8768 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    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
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Go for it! Thx for watching!

  • @1984redcloud
    @1984redcloud ปีที่แล้ว

    You just didn't build a house....You Built a Home! Beautiful work!

    • @tribeofdavid8
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Clifford 🙏

    • @1984redcloud
      @1984redcloud ปีที่แล้ว

      @@tribeofdavid8 Built myself a small 20X26=520 sq ft "butt and pass" log cabin with a loft that I am now living in here in New Mexico. However, it's too small for me. Just started the 1088 sq ft addition. Still haven't decided if it will be a two story or not. If two floors 2,176 sq ft of new floor space. Money is the issue for sure with the higher than usual building material prices. However, no mortgage and no loans. Buy materials and build as I can. Appreciate you sharing your videos. Cheers

    • @tribeofdavid8
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@1984redcloud that sounds awesome man go for it and yup take it one project at a time👍

  • @MThomas001
    @MThomas001 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    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.

  • @rollemswift2683
    @rollemswift2683 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    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
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      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

  • @user-sf9wu7do8r
    @user-sf9wu7do8r 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    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.

  • @coinbutton1
    @coinbutton1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @ImGdiddy
    @ImGdiddy ปีที่แล้ว +6

    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
      @H43339 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You must live in California, Just A Guess.

    • @tribeofdavid8
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks!

  • @johnleidecker600
    @johnleidecker600 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic, Your Family are living the life.
    Craftsmanship at its Best.

  • @richarddickson5157
    @richarddickson5157 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @georgebrush4746
    @georgebrush4746 ปีที่แล้ว +5

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

  • @connierenfro4878
    @connierenfro4878 ปีที่แล้ว +4

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

  • @okielicious
    @okielicious ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You sir are a one man army! One of the best builds I have seen!

  • @jimcarlisle2309
    @jimcarlisle2309 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent, you are the man who gets her done!

  • @kmarch6630
    @kmarch6630 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    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
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +4

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

  • @jaymacgee_A_Bawbag_Blethering
    @jaymacgee_A_Bawbag_Blethering ปีที่แล้ว +2

    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 . 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @Angela-us8zh
    @Angela-us8zh 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Nice work!! Best tool God gave you, your hands. Beautiful!!!! Reminds me of childhood lincon logs!!! Great wood working skills!!!!! Keep thriving!!!

  • @mikerhodes3563
    @mikerhodes3563 ปีที่แล้ว

    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-

  • @jerryjohnson5378
    @jerryjohnson5378 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    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
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks man go for it you can do it!

  • @craigbrown9029
    @craigbrown9029 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    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
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @gordonstewart5774
    @gordonstewart5774 หลายเดือนก่อน

    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
      @tribeofdavid8  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you Gordon 🙏

  • @unitedstateofbeing2371
    @unitedstateofbeing2371 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This man is building a forever home for his family 🤠

  • @megredmon7301
    @megredmon7301 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    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.

  • @Klaus__Schwab
    @Klaus__Schwab ปีที่แล้ว +5

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

    • @tribeofdavid8
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

    • @disastershaman
      @disastershaman ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I laughed too, so recognizable....

  • @myhandlehasbeenmishandled
    @myhandlehasbeenmishandled ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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.

  • @tube4knowledge346
    @tube4knowledge346 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    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
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      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
      @tube4knowledge346 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@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

  • @ExxonMobilCompany
    @ExxonMobilCompany ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I sold a couple properties in 2020 and I'm waiting for a house crash to happen so I buy cheap. In the meantime, I've been looking at stocks as an alt., any idea if it's a good time to buy? I hear people say it's a madhouse and a dead cat bounce right now but on the other hand, I still see and read articles of people pulling over $225k by the weeks in trades, how come?

    • @marcelrobert9569
      @marcelrobert9569 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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    • @charlotteflair1043
      @charlotteflair1043 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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    • @marcelrobert9569
      @marcelrobert9569 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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    • @obodoaghahenry9297
      @obodoaghahenry9297 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@marcelrobert9569 I did check her out, I see why she's booked up, her creds/resumé is topnotch. I booked a consultation with her regardless.

  • @wayneflint7728
    @wayneflint7728 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I knew Skip quote well. He set my world on fire and went into the log home amenity business. Log railings, staircases, chinking, finishes and log furniture. We'll done Dave!

    • @tribeofdavid8
      @tribeofdavid8  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks Wayne 🙏

  • @LizaHoney721
    @LizaHoney721 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @solutions2exist556
    @solutions2exist556 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are a talented man with patience. Excellent work.

  • @susee69
    @susee69 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @retroenergy2358
    @retroenergy2358 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Man builds Fort Knox with crooked trees. Awesome.

  • @tedmoss
    @tedmoss ปีที่แล้ว

    I used to chop firewood like that, lifted 350 lb logs into my truck, a 1941 Chevy when it was 40 below zero Fahrenheit. I'm 79 now, so don't work so hard, but I was a miner. What you need is a good old barn-raising, last one I did was on Bell Rd in Phoenix, AZ around 1985. I was 9 years old when I helped put in an addition to our house, its still there in N.J. You sure remind me of those days. Nice job. Earlier this year, I built a 10 x 10 storage shed but I had the floor poured. 😀

    • @tribeofdavid8
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว

      thank you and thanks for watching! ive never been afraid of hard work...love a challenge

  • @ianboag7708
    @ianboag7708 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @shawnhulke7385
    @shawnhulke7385 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    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.

  • @RuralRevolution
    @RuralRevolution ปีที่แล้ว

    Amen Brother. You have my respect and all the help from your family.. continue to be proud..🇨🇦🤜🏻🤛🏻🇺🇸

  • @stacy3633
    @stacy3633 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow brother..nice work and a beautiful place,,I'm jealous of the endless energy and the Resilient work ethic

  • @bryanprehoda
    @bryanprehoda ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You the man! Good job sir!

  • @Jungleland33
    @Jungleland33 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing. Fantastic talent. No college degree can teach you how to do things like this.

  • @raonanduri5490
    @raonanduri5490 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello Prof. of woodworks! Great lecture with your imagination and speech with your hands. It's your very own paradise. Enjoy with your family and pet. I enjoyed watching every minute of it.

  • @alandame3260
    @alandame3260 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved the roof system 👍 roofer here. You done well and will last 100 plus years except the neoprene washers. 20 yrs till replacement. Nice job 😊👍

  • @DJPitBear
    @DJPitBear ปีที่แล้ว

    I loved watching as you put everything together for cutting down trees to all the time taking as you cut everything that you needed & still took A break with your Family 👍👍👍👍😊😊😊😊, that's something I thought about many years back when I was A LOT Younger 🤔🤔🤔,. GREAT JOB THANKS FOR MAKING THIS VIDEO 😊😊

    • @tribeofdavid8
      @tribeofdavid8  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you very much 🙏 so glad you enjoyed it happy holidays!

  • @rooparobinson6990
    @rooparobinson6990 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    God bless you for being a good example of a good husband and father.. I also loved the fact that you got everyone involved. This is also great leadership... Great job Sir 👍Best wishes for the future🙏🙏...

  • @ChasOnErie
    @ChasOnErie ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Incredible work by one man …. The ROOF IS OUTSTANDING !!!!