How Our Off Grid Water System Works

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  • @MynewTennesseeHome
    @MynewTennesseeHome 2 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    I have a rain water catchment system for all my water needs too. My main tank is 2/3 in the ground, I ran into rock. I only got it 2/3 into the ground and covered the top 1/3 with dirt held in place with terraced concrete blocks where now strawberries are growing. I have a "first flush" tank that feeds my cistern and use one of those harbor freight shallow well pump/tank combos. I also have 2 IBC totes and several barrels above ground to catch water for my garden and animals. We get temps into the teens occasionally but only stays below freezing for a few days. I don't have my above ground tanks hard plumbed and if full there's enough mass they don't freeze solid. I have a Big Berkey for drinking.

  • @MosaicHomestead
    @MosaicHomestead 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I have been on off grid water for a couple of years, my water source is also rain water, the biggest difference between your system and mine is, I only used copper tubbing ,my hot water heater is solar and my pumping system is 12v and runs on wind and solar, I also use berkey as my water drinking source, nice system.

  • @kristyb787
    @kristyb787 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    WOW, they have water that comes out of the wall,
    That is one of the best remarks your son said, I'll never forget that, lol

  • @Retrofire-47
    @Retrofire-47 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    If you designed this entire layout and constructed it I have to admit I find that impressive

  • @darthlogicus
    @darthlogicus 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Some friends and I want to create our own sustainable space. This is invaluable information.
    Thank you for sharing!

  • @theodoremassonburg4196
    @theodoremassonburg4196 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi. Great job. Where did you get the water pump?

  • @mcanultymichelle
    @mcanultymichelle 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I like how we can view what you’ve done with your system. Easy to understand 🤔

  • @SustainablyYoursHomestead
    @SustainablyYoursHomestead 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Very cool setup! You made it sound a lot simpler than I would have imagined it being.

  • @josefnewsom7992
    @josefnewsom7992 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Pressure relief valve. I love the fact that there are no coded and regulations out here.

  • @billwoehl3051
    @billwoehl3051 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    If you can get the bottom of the tank at least 10' above highest output, you won't need a pump, a 10' drop will give about 60 lbs. of pressure in the house. And... cover that PVC or switch to CPVC, OEX, or copper for anything out in the weather and sunlight, sunlight wreaks havok on PVC. Also, creating a vortex in the tank will keep it from freezing ❄️

    • @frenchfryfarmer436
      @frenchfryfarmer436 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Plus "line drop/resistance" if any distance is covered....in my case 500'

    • @darthlogicus
      @darthlogicus 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      How does one create a vortex in a sealed tank?
      Did you install something to agitate the water or is there some other way I haven't considered?

    • @thesmiths629
      @thesmiths629 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      My problem with a high tank position was my house eaves are 10' and rain had to be able to flow into the tank freely by gravity. If I had a 3 story house and only needed plumbing on the 1st level this idea might work.

    • @darecofreedomfarm3
      @darecofreedomfarm3 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      10’ of water gets you 4.32 PSI by my calculations.

    • @ezosoro
      @ezosoro 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Yea… to get 60 PSI you’d have to be closer to 138 feet high.

  • @darecofreedomfarm3
    @darecofreedomfarm3 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I have a 9 acre water catchment system that waters my garden with a ram pump. My water well is 1/4 mile away. I power it with 230v from my split phase 230v inverter. Through a direct burial 8awg 2 wire. I get 115 v at the well house for lights by running one leg to ground.
    It supplies two households and a machine shop with water. My house is all electric. I am off grid and take long hot showers. I average using just over 6 kWh a day. Sometimes up to 12 when my wife runs the AC and does the laundry. The power company had me using 20 to 30 kWh per day.? I’m sure I use less now, but I don’t think I use that much less!!

    • @anneprocopio8519
      @anneprocopio8519 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Is it possible to contact you directly? I have a couple of questions. Thanks. Blessings.

    • @darecofreedomfarm3
      @darecofreedomfarm3 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@anneprocopio8519 you can ask here! I can’t talk much anymore because of cancer of the mouth. But I can peck out words on here or maybe text.

  • @reneecasey5719
    @reneecasey5719 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You will LOVE those BIG faucets with canning etc- we moved to a old house and before the remodel we had to put in a NEW faucet and now its the favorite - and so so helpful- Thank you for all your in and advice- after 18 years we’ve been able to move to our forever home- and were thankful_ so your advice is helpful as were a little rusty - but its coming back JUST IN TIME

  • @detroitredneckdetroitredne6674
    @detroitredneckdetroitredne6674 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video brother thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise and hello from Detroit Michigan 👋

  • @alanchristensen5735
    @alanchristensen5735 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Excellent system. Good advice looking at doing this for my place.

  • @itchinforfishin8038
    @itchinforfishin8038 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Awesome work I think for an off grid set up this is an amazing setup man! Definitely taking some ideas from this thank you!

  • @wiremanibew
    @wiremanibew 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice system. Not worried regarding code,but safety, would suggest a gas shutoff on gas feed to water heater

  • @wholefoodslifestyles3603
    @wholefoodslifestyles3603 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The butcher top counter top looks very nice! Was it pricy? Seems probably worth it if it is ??

    • @Anamericanhomestead
      @Anamericanhomestead  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It was definitely more pricy than the stuff we had originally budgeted for. But I think it will be worth it.

    • @JR-of5hp
      @JR-of5hp 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Home Depot and others sell slabs of various wood types and sizes

  • @steffenschmidt3470
    @steffenschmidt3470 ปีที่แล้ว

    I also want to plug my distribution system to the solar system. That sounds cosmically enriching :D

  • @danmullins5802
    @danmullins5802 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love your set up! Can you tell me what brand pump you used? Also model if you have it. Thank you

  • @p.fleming2353
    @p.fleming2353 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Question: When there is a forecast of freezing weather, you drain the pipes so they don't freeze. If things get to the point where there is no weather forecast, how will you handle that?

    • @Anamericanhomestead
      @Anamericanhomestead  2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      My temp gauge will still be working and I'll just have to watch it more closely.

    • @p.fleming2353
      @p.fleming2353 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Anamericanhomestead Thanks!

  • @robertbrewster6890
    @robertbrewster6890 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome! Thanks Zack!

  • @tonywestvirginia
    @tonywestvirginia 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey, That is how most is done here in West Virginia other than I put the wires in conduit .

  • @kimmccarl1089
    @kimmccarl1089 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very nice If I could ever go off grid this looks like a system I could use

  • @mccardieclan1755
    @mccardieclan1755 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    WOW!!! so happy to see this video!

  • @JB-tv3xm
    @JB-tv3xm 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Very cool setup. I have a Berkey for emergencies in case I have to use water from my creek but when I tested it I noticed kind of a charcoal taste. I would probably get used to it if I used it all the time.

    • @MynewTennesseeHome
      @MynewTennesseeHome 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      The charcoal taste goes away after it used for a time or two.

    • @JB-tv3xm
      @JB-tv3xm 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MynewTennesseeHome great- thanks

    • @Anamericanhomestead
      @Anamericanhomestead  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yeah, that taste will go away if you keep using it. It doesn't last long.

    • @WildVke
      @WildVke 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My daughter has a Berkey and it's the only thing they use for drinking water. They love it. Never tasted bad or like anything, just water

  • @watchmansduty
    @watchmansduty 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You can always set you up some kind of pot belly stove water warming system if you have it higher than your line it automatically circulates.

  • @Blankfuneralpotrait
    @Blankfuneralpotrait ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you show how you hooked up the hot cold lines to your faucet plz?

  • @rolandovazquez9246
    @rolandovazquez9246 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you show us how the water pump starts automatically when the valve is open to get water

  • @travisengland1368
    @travisengland1368 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Paint your pipes black and also wrap them it will help with the temps. Im in the south also

  • @logistiekoperator4552
    @logistiekoperator4552 ปีที่แล้ว

    What about winter, doesnt the water freeze.? Any ideas on warming it up..?

  • @Tom_M_Riddle
    @Tom_M_Riddle ปีที่แล้ว

    Where do you get your gas from for you water heater?

  • @collinporterfield102
    @collinporterfield102 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video. Especially the Zeal recommendation at the end -- my wife is an Ambassador in the company.

  • @SaltCityFab
    @SaltCityFab ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you provide a link for the water pump you're using? Thank you.

  • @larrygrace9133
    @larrygrace9133 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Do you have links for the spindown filters, pump and accumulator tank?

  • @dabinslc12341234
    @dabinslc12341234 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Question: do you have a parts list and/or blueprints/parts list for your system?

    • @Anamericanhomestead
      @Anamericanhomestead  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Sorry, but most everything in the video is easily searchable on google. I didn't build this with a blueprint. I just gleaned info from other vids

    • @dabinslc12341234
      @dabinslc12341234 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Anamericanhomestead sounds good and I have to admit, I have done similar projects the same way. Thank you for your reply and sharing your insight and experience. Have a great day!

  • @randyclarke9463
    @randyclarke9463 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nicely done and well explained. How do you keep bacteria, algae and other critters from growing in tanks?

  • @mariaelenamelendez1511
    @mariaelenamelendez1511 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Protect Your pides with the foam tiñes like Used for Refrigeracion Aldo On solar water heater. I enjoy Your vídeos very much!👌🏼👏🏼👏🏼👩🏻‍🌾🙏🏼🙏🏼

  • @brendah4773
    @brendah4773 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was very interesting. Thank you kindly my Friend!

  • @bigluffy8348
    @bigluffy8348 ปีที่แล้ว

    How well does the system do during during drought what's the backup??

  • @nasdsrekk3503
    @nasdsrekk3503 ปีที่แล้ว

    really looking for some guidance... but i think your video is perfect!
    Right now we have county water. We have access to a stream that can provide all the water we need. I have a sump pump submerged in that creek and 5 IBC 275 gallon tanks for storage. My plan is to hook the totes together with PVC and hook it to the main line ( 1/2 pex tubing) that is fed by the county now. basically unhook the county and hook up this system and boom, the whole house is connected. My question is, would this pump work? How is it when you guys have the shower and a faucet running? Does it keep up on pressure? I am pretty sure I can design the system based on your video, but just not sure on the pressure situation. We have one shower/toiler, a kitchen sink, bathroom sink and a standard 40 gallon (traditional) nat gas hot water heater. Also two outside hose hookups, but i would probably do away with 1 or both of those much like you did.
    Lastly, do you have a components list? Mainly the filters, pump and pressure tank? Thank you!

  • @terrytyree9415
    @terrytyree9415 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dear Sir pump
    I am a electrician and you need a tank float this will keep pump from burning up when the tank is empty

  • @CoryRausch
    @CoryRausch 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Curious if you would share where you sourced your spin-down filters. Also, we have a Berkey filter as well for our drinking water but have been told we need to have a UV light filter as well if we are collecting rain due to the other bacterial components. Thoughts on that?

  • @peem1244
    @peem1244 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, organised and instructional. I really like your setup, very neat and tidy. Aside from your particulate filters have you considered a UV filter for your setup? Thanks for sharing. Stay safe and keep up the good work.

  • @pantalantic9p580
    @pantalantic9p580 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi. I'm not off grid yet. But doing homework. I have a hot water system outside my house. Standard for houses. Can I connect my rainwater into it instead of the paying for water. Thanks.

  • @lugo2214
    @lugo2214 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for this
    Just what I needed to clarify my ideas for a 5 AC Florida homestead.
    Do you have any first flush drainage system on your rain catch lines?

    • @Anamericanhomestead
      @Anamericanhomestead  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, everything we have has drain/shutoff valves in place

  • @joannszuhay450
    @joannszuhay450 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes, I love my Berkey also‼️. I love your videos ‼️🙏🤟🇺🇸

  • @Iam_Machines
    @Iam_Machines ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice setup 👌 what is psi of your main pump?

    • @Anamericanhomestead
      @Anamericanhomestead  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It stays around 50-60

    • @Iam_Machines
      @Iam_Machines ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Anamericanhomestead got it. What's the PSI the pump is listed at?

  • @Bandido077
    @Bandido077 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank for the information!

  • @davidjoly9816
    @davidjoly9816 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for sharing your setup. Are all those white pvc supply lines UV stable? I noticed the sun was shining on them. If they're not UV stable, you should paint them with an exterior UV stable paint.

  • @Kathleen67.
    @Kathleen67. ปีที่แล้ว

    How much did it cost? I am definately going to do it. How about a list if links for the products you used?

  • @adamfenech132
    @adamfenech132 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you share a link to the sediment filters your using? Thanks!!

  • @bobdobalina838
    @bobdobalina838 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wonderful video thank you so much! just a question what diameter are your white pipes? Looks like 1 inch. Also, looks like PVC for outside the house transitioning to pex for the inside of the house? (The blue and red pipes). Greetings from an expat living off-grid in County Limerick, West Ireland!

  • @karenbuckner1959
    @karenbuckner1959 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi. I'm a new subscriber in the northern ozarks, so colder than you. We have a well and some rain water catchment. I like your system. Do you have a video that shows the connections & drains at the tank? Trying to see if we could keep valves from freezing and busting in winter. We're trying to make decisions whether we could make a rain harvest system work year round, or to put our money into a solar pump system. Any thoughts or recommendations? Thanks!

  • @terrytyree9415
    @terrytyree9415 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you have a flotation switch for your tanks if not the pump will burn out when the tank goes down

  • @lugo2214
    @lugo2214 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi I’m wondering if you filter the rain collected water and then run it thru a burpie to deem it fit for human consumption?

  • @mavisd8673
    @mavisd8673 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Does the water heater use a pilot light or electric ignitor?

  • @zfouleur
    @zfouleur 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How much solar wattage does this take to run the system?

  • @paul_gilbert
    @paul_gilbert 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for the video.. really helpful!

  • @MrBellapeme
    @MrBellapeme ปีที่แล้ว

    This system is awesome and easy to built! So you do not have any purification system for the rain water you harvest but for the drinking water? Have you ever measured how much water do you use per day? I am planning to go live off grid and the only water source I have is the rain so I need to know that’s enough.

  • @kristenvincent3622
    @kristenvincent3622 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love this! Does the manifold charge multiple lines or can it only run one at a time?

    • @jeremiahchapman9288
      @jeremiahchapman9288 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I can share general knowledge even though this is not my system. The manifolds allow water to flow to all of the lines at the same time so long as you have each of the line valves open. It is a good system.

    • @kristenvincent3622
      @kristenvincent3622 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jeremiahchapman9288 thanks, that’s what I was hoping. I plan on putting in my water system this fall. This was a very helpful video, as I don’t have much plumbing experience. The biggest benefit I see to this is if something goes wrong (leaks) you can isolate the problem line without having to lose water everywhere else if you can’t fix it right away. We are in an old RV for the last 5 years while I build. One of the capped lines (switched to a composting toilet when that broke) blew in our bathroom while my husband was at Work off island, I had to wait a week without running water while waiting for him to come home with the parts (and spares!). It makes a *huge* difference in quality of life.

    • @jeremiahchapman9288
      @jeremiahchapman9288 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kristenvincent3622 This is EXACTLY right! :-) That is to me what makes the manifold with the valves SOO amazing! :-)

  • @christophe2570
    @christophe2570 ปีที่แล้ว

    can you link the pump...

  • @bearrootshomestead7210
    @bearrootshomestead7210 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Water heater looks great to me. I would advise flushing it every year to extend its life. What’s the draw from the pump on your solar?

    • @Anamericanhomestead
      @Anamericanhomestead  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Its easy to flush and a MUST if you're on well water. But because this is rain catchment water and will have a low mineral content, you can go longer between flushings. But still a good idea. You're supposed to flush with a mixture of 50/50 water/vinegar.

  • @martindominguez4788
    @martindominguez4788 ปีที่แล้ว

    Who did you hire for installs and price on system

  • @Big_Daddy_Don
    @Big_Daddy_Don 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    You have my vote as the one of the best looking off grid homesteads! You are running neck and neck with Doug and Stacy! By the way, what type of siding is that on you buildings?

    • @luederst
      @luederst 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It is Hardy Board (concrete)

  • @jonathanbennett4233
    @jonathanbennett4233 ปีที่แล้ว

    What proportion of roof surface to occupancy do you run into with water consumption? Also, our place is at 3000 ft in southern VA in the blue ridge mountains. If you can't embed the tanks deep enough to avoid draining the system, what median temperature in winter is too low for this type of system to be practical. And, nice teeth.

  • @geoffreyshubert2263
    @geoffreyshubert2263 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have a lot of animals to get water for and I am not too sure how to make sure I can still do that in the winter so as to keep them watered. Just trying to get information if anybody has done that.

  • @robertrynes2846
    @robertrynes2846 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you please tell me what pump you are using, I’m getting ready to do a very similar system

  • @godse.r.9610
    @godse.r.9610 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    We just had a well put in and a 1000 gal holding tank. 1 pump in the well, one pump in the tank. Now the company tells me I have to chlorinate the water because the black 1000 gal tank is not air tight. I obviously don't want chemicals in the water, which is why we dug the well in the first place, though we have county water. I don't know whether to send the 1000 gal tank back and just hope the well/electric is always working, or keep it, but without chlorinating. We would just Berkey filter the water then. Thoughts? And Thank you!

  • @WolfK418
    @WolfK418 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    "Pop off valve" beside the heater.

  • @bobdobalina838
    @bobdobalina838 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    To what extent do you filter the rain water between the roof and the black Reservoirs? (bird sh*t! :) Thanks again!

  • @deltab115
    @deltab115 ปีที่แล้ว

    What was the reason you chose a rainwater harvesting system over digging a well? What would have been the cost difference?
    Harder to dig a well by yourself so it would have had to be hired out, most likely. But just curious.
    Also, do you have any sort of water purification besides the filters? Thanks!

  • @MiningChef
    @MiningChef ปีที่แล้ว

    My offgrid cabins propane water heater is bad. Anytime I introduce cold water into the line the hot water raise or the heater shuts off because it goes above 140

  • @fest5887
    @fest5887 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you have diagram of the layout for this system?

  • @BiblicalApologetics
    @BiblicalApologetics 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Zac, did you ever mention where you buy those tanks at? You said they come painted black?

    • @laurieasmus9998
      @laurieasmus9998 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Home Depot has the large like 2000 gallon tanks.

  • @sNEAKYnIGHTmUPPET
    @sNEAKYnIGHTmUPPET 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    when you need to drain your system, your pump is installed with a low point. how do you drain it? Also, why didnt you install all the filters and pump inside so that it wouldnt freeze in the first place?

  • @jonzaremba
    @jonzaremba ปีที่แล้ว

    Really like your setup. Any reason you chose PVC (rather than PEX) for the exterior lines by the water heater? I'm looking to do something like this in a much colder environment where freezing will be a constant problem for several months of the year. Can you see any reason why I wouldn't want to use a 200 gallon storage tank in the house, and bring the water heater and pump next to it to stay out of the elements?

  • @luckyluke33
    @luckyluke33 ปีที่แล้ว

    No UV filter ?

  • @Blankfuneralpotrait
    @Blankfuneralpotrait ปีที่แล้ว

    What brand pump, sorry if you answer this in video I’m only couple minutes in

  • @emulord
    @emulord 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Assuming it you have a gas tank?

  • @JasonandLauraoffgrid
    @JasonandLauraoffgrid 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What size is the water pump

  • @scsnowbiker
    @scsnowbiker 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great information! Thanks for sharing!

  • @laurieasmus9998
    @laurieasmus9998 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Zac, this is a great system. I am planning my off grid homestead, and will be doing rain catchment. I am wondering, with water now into the house, how are you handling the grey water from sinks? and do you have a flush toilet, and some sort of septic? or do you use a composting type of toilet, electric or "buckets", like Doug and Stacy? Thank you.

  • @SmashGhost
    @SmashGhost 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was super helpful - thanks!

  • @ShaMuhmma
    @ShaMuhmma 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So maybe to some this is obvious… I’m asking any way. How does the pump work automatically when used at the sink or shower? In terms of power consumption I’m confused how to get the pump to use power only when using water. Seemed you turned the outlets for hoses and etc then the pump turned on.

  • @mxgangrel
    @mxgangrel 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did you bubble check/soap check your gas lines?

  • @ThisisSeeLifeHomesteading
    @ThisisSeeLifeHomesteading 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I know here in Ga. If you just cover the lines and hot water tank, they do not freeze. how about there?

  • @andysierra6934
    @andysierra6934 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Pressure relief valve.

  • @JAFTOBpr9
    @JAFTOBpr9 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Question: do you have debris deterrants/catchment for where your water comes off the rooves, into the "pipes" leading to the large water catchment tanks? - anywhere along the line to the big tanks?- or just from water coming From the tanks? How long will the big tanks last without becoming corrupted?(leaking or leaching, cracking, splitting, etc? What type of seal do you recommend for attaching piping to the big tanks?

    • @Anamericanhomestead
      @Anamericanhomestead  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm thinking about setting up some sort of pool vacuum that I can use to occasionally clean up the bottom of the tanks. not sure how long the tanks will last.

  • @eltonron1558
    @eltonron1558 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is the pump, 120 ac? The water heater too? Propane?

    • @Anamericanhomestead
      @Anamericanhomestead  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      110 for the pump and the water heater is propane with an electric ignition.

  • @lancejones6863
    @lancejones6863 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice set up for your water. Was curious, did you all build homes or are they modular homes?

    • @Anamericanhomestead
      @Anamericanhomestead  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Modular

    • @lancejones6863
      @lancejones6863 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, guess I'm curious what company, if you don't mind. Have thought about going that route.

  • @TheMyrrhMaid
    @TheMyrrhMaid 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where did you get your countertop from? The countertop where our sink is needs to be replaced due to damage and we need to get that done sometime this year.

    • @Anamericanhomestead
      @Anamericanhomestead  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I think it was home depot. Don't buy their laminate at Home Depot or Lowes, complete JUNK!

  • @mxgangrel
    @mxgangrel 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Maybe I missed it. What powers your pump? Are you using 12 volt dc, 24 volt dc, 110 ac? Thanks.

    • @Anamericanhomestead
      @Anamericanhomestead  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      We have AC power that comes from our bank of batteries and solar panels. We are in the middle of a power upgrade with lithium iron batteries, video out soon!

  • @Lstaley
    @Lstaley 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why did you go with ac powered pump instead of dc direct from your solar/batteries?

    • @Anamericanhomestead
      @Anamericanhomestead  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The batteries and solar array are too far away for DC power travel.

  • @glasgato5770
    @glasgato5770 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    If you were to bury your tanks now as they are, would it make any difference?

  • @yerneedsry
    @yerneedsry 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    #1 you rock.

  • @graftedbranchhomestead
    @graftedbranchhomestead 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    May be a bad question but how do you get the pump to come on only when the faucet is on?

    • @HAChrist
      @HAChrist 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It activates with pressure, when it senses a loss of pressure i.e., water running at the sink, toilet, shower, etc.

  • @jeffreyAferguson
    @jeffreyAferguson 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    How much propane per month do you recon you go through with the tankless hot water heater?

  • @nagjrcjasonbower
    @nagjrcjasonbower 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Rocking it as usual... NEVER GETS OLD!!! Hey... Do hurricane lanterns fueled by kerosene scare off bats or other undesirable critters in camp? My uncle was on the receiving end of a rabid bat years ago and we also have a decent number of wild packing dogs here in Georgia...

  • @thesmiths629
    @thesmiths629 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I do regret not having the time and funds to burry my collection tank. Simply because my av
    Bove ground tank is visible and neighbors seem to think I'm 100% prepared to provide for a community. My heart would love that, but my reality knows I'm not a municipal water source.

    • @TiaraPoodles
      @TiaraPoodles 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Rural camouflage the goal .......

    • @eastonwilliams1722
      @eastonwilliams1722 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Tell them it's a septic system lol

  • @jeragsdale32
    @jeragsdale32 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where do you get those 1500 gallon tanks and what is the price range on those?

    • @Splunky70
      @Splunky70 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lowes carries them

    • @JR-of5hp
      @JR-of5hp 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Home Depot. Tractor supply. I just looked at an 3000 gallon $3600.00