COST of LARGE Septic System DIY | Did We Save $$$

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  • @itsjubilee2012
    @itsjubilee2012 Рік тому +17

    It may have cost $8500 but it is a million-dollar septic system. 😍😍😍Congratulations on a job well done.

  • @richardperry9095
    @richardperry9095 Рік тому +8

    Perseverance. Muscles. Blisters. It all builds character. You all won! Congratulations.

  • @joanpodmjerski9330
    @joanpodmjerski9330 Рік тому +8

    It cost a lot but you have a working toilet now and you have water.🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉😉👍👍👍👍👏👏👏👏💕💕💕💕❤❤❤😊😊😊

  • @ericgervase
    @ericgervase 2 місяці тому +2

    What a great family. I’m sure their kids are going to appreciate just flushing the toilet and knowing the amount of work that goes into building your own house. What a wonderful experience for them and what a great job that family did. Good for them.

  • @rubybirdseye1503
    @rubybirdseye1503 Рік тому +8

    $8,500 no bad!! Job well done!! Kids are adorable as always. Can’t wait to see your next project!!

  • @scottmcintyre5543
    @scottmcintyre5543 Рік тому +6

    $8,500 is an excellent price given the rock issues you ran into. Excellent job. The knowledge that it was done right is invaluable. Thanks for sharing the details.

  • @HighDesertRob
    @HighDesertRob Рік тому +9

    You guys did awesome! Besides the actual real money you saved, you also have to remember the tremendous value of knowing what you have. Not to mention the value of the DIY skills learned that can be applied to both maintenance, and other projects down the road. GOOD JOB!

  • @robertbass5283
    @robertbass5283 Рік тому +8

    I was very glad, to see this project successfully finished ! It was a little stressful just watching you guys. That was a lot of work. And I give you a great deal of respect for accomplishing it !
    All of your kids, did so much to help…You have a Great Family !!

  • @wadeprior5203
    @wadeprior5203 Рік тому +3

    Hey good morning you guys hope you guys are having a good time hey I'm glad you got that part done now you guys got a bathroom now you need to build a house 🏠🏠🏠🏠🏠🏠🏡 have a good day😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

  • @cchambers8632
    @cchambers8632 Рік тому +3

    Perseverance to an art form!
    What a fight to get that last trench dug. Flush on!

  • @marshalldavis4455
    @marshalldavis4455 Рік тому +3

    Congratulations on the completion of the septic

  • @QuietCottage
    @QuietCottage Рік тому +2

    I am happy for all of you! Have a wonderful 4th of July holiday.

  • @Mr.SuperDuper-idk
    @Mr.SuperDuper-idk 5 місяців тому +4

    Nice job!
    I’m doing a 2-3 55 gallon illegal septic YAY

  • @janetkoball44
    @janetkoball44 Рік тому +3

    Thanks for all the info. You are getting it done. That is what counts. See you on your next visit to us.

  • @kcarrot2002
    @kcarrot2002 Рік тому +3

    Can’t wait for the next projects. 😊

  • @Extranjera76
    @Extranjera76 Рік тому +4

    I’m glad that you finish. Thanks for inspiring us to work with the family. Your kids are a blessing for me. God bless you and your family.

  • @mosbysmen
    @mosbysmen Рік тому +3

    y'all will always look back on this project with pride. i am getting ready to do the same thing in the ozarks , hope i dont have the boulders yall had

  • @mikeohl424
    @mikeohl424 Рік тому +4

    enjoyed every minute of your build and I hope the next phase goes well.

  • @buskerjames
    @buskerjames Рік тому +3

    Can't wait to see you get started on your new home, regards from Calgary Canada

  • @ranakia543
    @ranakia543 Рік тому +2

    Happy that you're done.

  • @SJC49
    @SJC49 Рік тому +5

    It’s your personalities and perseverance that really make these videos. Congrats on the amazingly hard work involved and the spirit it takes to tackle these projects. Still so impressed with your solar build!

  • @ShadowMoonFarms
    @ShadowMoonFarms Рік тому +3

    Thanks for the update.

  • @lorenmeyer5290
    @lorenmeyer5290 Рік тому +3

    You did an AWESOME job and WOW alot of dang Boulder! Always Love watching you guy's! Love your family! God Bless y'all!

  • @Monkeemama
    @Monkeemama Рік тому +4

    I’ve enjoyed every video! I’m living vicariously through you doing what I’d love to do (if I were 20 years younger)! Thank you, as always, for sharing your adventures and your family with all of us! Looking forward to the next project! ❤

  • @margaretbishop637
    @margaretbishop637 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for the cost info. Your work...priceless. You did the work, no short cuts, hope it will last a long time.

  • @davidgetchell3633
    @davidgetchell3633 Рік тому +2

    Just watched this video, thanks for all the updates. Your boulders look like lava, ours here in new england are more rounded. If you watch Lumnah acres, in N.H. you will see BIG boulders, they put in their own septic system .

  • @kevroodenman3283
    @kevroodenman3283 Рік тому +2

    Weld metal fence posts together for probe and poke

  • @FirstSuiGeneris
    @FirstSuiGeneris Рік тому +2

    Thanks for the breakdown on your septic system!

  • @D-rizzy31
    @D-rizzy31 5 місяців тому +2

    This was my first video of your guys that I have watched... It was great! You two seem great for one another! I look forward to your other videos!

  • @richardzahn7570
    @richardzahn7570 Рік тому +1

    Great time. What a project. Great determination. What an accomplishment. Love the takes at the end....the kids are awesome....even the big one named Jacob 😅

  • @harleysmith3479
    @harleysmith3479 Рік тому +3

    LOVED WATCHING U AND YOUR FAMILY LOOKING FORWARD TO MORE SHOWS U HAVE A GREAT FAMILY GOD BLESS

  • @johntoczek3621
    @johntoczek3621 6 місяців тому +2

    I spent the last 2 weeks watching all of your videos. I've been a subscriber for several months and decided to watch everything you've posted. I must say your entire family is fantastic! Love your channel and continue to wish your joy and continued success.

  • @bama_buck0745
    @bama_buck0745 Рік тому +2

    That’s a great price y’all! Great job

  • @myrigarou
    @myrigarou Рік тому +2

    Thanks for the video! I really appreciate your channel, you're a nice family and I learn a lot. Congratulations friends!

  • @juanitaespiricueta3863
    @juanitaespiricueta3863 Рік тому +2

    Another great experience down! Congrats and enjoy that toilet!!

  • @karl39100
    @karl39100 Рік тому +2

    Informative video. Well done guys:)

  • @loucinci3922
    @loucinci3922 Рік тому +2

    It all adds up thanks for breaking it down. What’s next?

  • @kathybrunson2390
    @kathybrunson2390 Рік тому +2

    Great job guys! So happy for you that it’s done! I look forward to the next project!

  • @joet068
    @joet068 Рік тому +2

    That was a great video and showing the process.

  • @rockysplace6012
    @rockysplace6012 Рік тому +2

    I think you all did a amazing job keep it going can’t wait to start watching the house build

  • @guylocation9823
    @guylocation9823 Рік тому +1

    Bless your soul ..
    U all did an amazing job!

  • @mikefinnerty1852
    @mikefinnerty1852 Рік тому +1

    Great recap! Congratulations.

  • @blackturtleshow
    @blackturtleshow Рік тому +2

    Interesting presentation! I have a septic tank and of course I know where it's located, but I have no idea how far the leach lines extend.

  • @n164bj
    @n164bj Рік тому +2

    Nice job. It looks like your bucket is invisible just like mine and just as hard :)

  • @RyanOutdoors84
    @RyanOutdoors84 10 місяців тому +1

    So glad I found your video! I am going to be doing the same thing here in a couple months.

  • @ambrosemachiavelli
    @ambrosemachiavelli Рік тому +1

    Videos like this are so helpful

  • @Step-n-Wolf
    @Step-n-Wolf Рік тому +1

    Appreciate all the details.

  • @julianmonceaux476
    @julianmonceaux476 Рік тому +1

    Great Job Guys- glad to see that you both are open to learning and doing these projects. Good Luck

  • @vlogfamous8049
    @vlogfamous8049 4 місяці тому +1

    Thank you for the video 😊

  • @yorotirb3941
    @yorotirb3941 Рік тому +3

    You cant count the welder cause that was a mothers day gift, Hee Hee!

  • @ritameek3353
    @ritameek3353 Рік тому +1

    Awesome job!! ♥️👍🏼♥️😁

  • @reynagonzalez6044
    @reynagonzalez6044 Місяць тому +1

    I'm in Austin Tx,

  • @meglange3595
    @meglange3595 Рік тому +2

    So when do you think you'll start the house build? And when the house is done there's gotta be a BIG family celebration!!! 🎉🎆 😁👍

    • @aboulderlifeoffgrid
      @aboulderlifeoffgrid  Рік тому

      We're still waiting on the architect. Seems to be taking his time. Then after that, our plans need to be reviewed and approved by the county. We're still hoping to start building later this summer. Maybe fall 😥.

  • @dionh70
    @dionh70 Рік тому +3

    To be precise, you STILL have to tie the main house into the septic system, but obviously, that is pretty much negligible in terms of materials cost and the labor will be part of the foundation prep in any case. Now that I know the cost per yard on the gravel, I concede that buying a jaw crusher isn't necessarily the best purchase, especially since you'll be able to haul your own gravel from here on out. I'm sincerely hoping that Jacob has a set of rough drawings/plans showing all the components of the septic system for the eventual repairs/maintenance.

  • @rbo350
    @rbo350 11 місяців тому +1

    This is the first time I'm watching your channel did you have to buy a generator along with that welder,

    • @aboulderlifeoffgrid
      @aboulderlifeoffgrid  11 місяців тому

      No generator to run it. Our solar system puts out 240 volts so we can run large appliances. Thanks 🙂

  • @mikelondakos9723
    @mikelondakos9723 Рік тому +1

    Just a thought, hind sight is 20/20, why not just dig a spot further down and roll the big rocks into the holes so you don't have to remove them?

  • @jamesleavy128
    @jamesleavy128 5 місяців тому

    Behind every great man is a greater woman, be thankful every day with a grateful heart for your wife

  • @jamestrinh867
    @jamestrinh867 Рік тому +3

    👍👍👍

  • @JayJay-sf2wn
    @JayJay-sf2wn Рік тому +2

    Is this Arizona? It’s gotta be Arizona. I swear there isn’t any dirt in Arizona. It’s all rock.

    • @aboulderlifeoffgrid
      @aboulderlifeoffgrid  Рік тому +2

      It sure is 😅

    • @dridimensional8753
      @dridimensional8753 6 місяців тому

      @aboulderlifeoffgrid what area in Arizona? I currently live in Phoenix and am planning for the off grid life and trying to decide what area to live in to be able to grow food…

  • @denniswray470
    @denniswray470 Рік тому +1

    Here is a tip for if the backo is your own weld the teeth on they will last many years without problems you have the equipment to DIY it.

  • @marcbee1234
    @marcbee1234 7 місяців тому +1

    Great video with so much helpful information!!! How long did the project take from the day you first broke ground after perc tests?

    • @aboulderlifeoffgrid
      @aboulderlifeoffgrid  7 місяців тому

      About 12 weeks, but that's mostly because of how rocky the ground was.

  • @gregorysampson8759
    @gregorysampson8759 4 місяці тому

    It was really something seeing the footage of you and your kids walk around in those unbraced excavations. Really glad there weren't any collapses causing injury or death. That was extremely risky.

  • @willglueck3156
    @willglueck3156 Рік тому +2

    👍

  • @courtneyann1870
    @courtneyann1870 Рік тому +2

    How many weeks/months do you think it took? It's hard for us to tell watching your videos. Good job guys!! 👏

  • @FourthWayRanch
    @FourthWayRanch 8 місяців тому +1

    Can you start excavating the tank hole after the perc test or do you have to wait for the permit?

    • @aboulderlifeoffgrid
      @aboulderlifeoffgrid  8 місяців тому

      As long as where you're digging the hole for the tank matches where they are putting it on the plans/permit. Then I'd say dig on. Thanks 🙂

    • @FourthWayRanch
      @FourthWayRanch 8 місяців тому

      @@aboulderlifeoffgrid but you can't get the permit til u have the perc test. They make you have to bring in equipment twice which really hurts if you are remote area. I'm getting a design from my peec test guy too. I might risk it and dig before I get the permit but I'll probably need the excavator a second time anyway unless I backfill by hand. I got a quote for $7500 installed. I think I can do it for $5000 renting equipment, maybe not. The concrete tank is $1700

  • @arminallam2726
    @arminallam2726 4 місяці тому +1

    How do you gauge your septic tank size needs? Is there a rough calculation based on the amount of people that live on the property?

    • @aboulderlifeoffgrid
      @aboulderlifeoffgrid  4 місяці тому +1

      The guys who did our perk test designed the size of the system. Basically, it's based off of how many plumbing fixtures are going to be in the house. Thanks 🙂

    • @arminallam2726
      @arminallam2726 4 місяці тому

      @@aboulderlifeoffgrid Thanks for the info. Love your videos, very informative and entertaining! Best of luck with your build :)

  • @BetterDazeTV1
    @BetterDazeTV1 7 місяців тому +1

    Where were you able to purchase the cement septic tank please????

  • @rubybirdseye1503
    @rubybirdseye1503 Рік тому +3

    Oops forgot to proofread
    ( not bad)

  • @glennwest4438
    @glennwest4438 Рік тому

    Did you consider an aerobic system? Lots less work.

    • @aboulderlifeoffgrid
      @aboulderlifeoffgrid  Рік тому

      We hadn't heard of an aerobic system before, but it looks like they are more expensive to install and maintain.

    • @glennwest4438
      @glennwest4438 Рік тому

      @@aboulderlifeoffgrid you would not have that leach field.

  • @medicinemom3620
    @medicinemom3620 Рік тому +1

    Where did you purchase the cement tank from?

  • @rowangratz
    @rowangratz 5 місяців тому +1

    That’s a lot of work! No contractor could afford to do that job for 11K

  • @cottagekeeper
    @cottagekeeper 4 місяці тому +1

    How many bedrooms does this support?

    • @aboulderlifeoffgrid
      @aboulderlifeoffgrid  4 місяці тому

      Our house is going to have 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. But we oversized the septic system just to have a little more breathing room, so I'm sure it could support more. Thanks 🙂

  • @reynagonzalez6044
    @reynagonzalez6044 Місяць тому +1

    What state are you in??? what's the full name of your septic designer I need to install a septic system myself. I would appreciate your help!!!

    • @aboulderlifeoffgrid
      @aboulderlifeoffgrid  Місяць тому

      We're in Arizona. It's been a while since we put the system in. Can't remember their name. Good luck to you. Thanks for watching 🙂

  • @rishi505
    @rishi505 10 місяців тому +1

    Do you need city permit and health authorities permission in bc Canada 🇨🇦

    • @aboulderlifeoffgrid
      @aboulderlifeoffgrid  10 місяців тому

      We just needed a permit from the county here. Thanks 🙂

    • @rishi505
      @rishi505 10 місяців тому +1

      @@aboulderlifeoffgrid thanks man
      Market quote is 45k in Victoria ,BC Canada
      Wonderful video . Please more knowledgeable videos

  • @rudyfisher7660
    @rudyfisher7660 Рік тому +2

    You gotta figure the whole total system with electrical and everything probably cost you around 9005. Is what I'm saying because I was kind of watching close? You got. Around? Ten thousand dollars total and everything

  • @alliewolf3392
    @alliewolf3392 Рік тому +2

    ❤😊❤😊❤😊

  • @PDZ1122
    @PDZ1122 6 місяців тому +12

    Permits: Local mafia bribes. If you get nothing tangible in return for your money, it's simple extortion, fraud, theft or bribery.

    • @Hinesfeet
      @Hinesfeet Місяць тому

      In this county for sure😢

  • @natarinvanderby1847
    @natarinvanderby1847 Рік тому +1

    What state is this place?

  • @ocean1233
    @ocean1233 4 місяці тому +1

    Ok ....BUT YOU SAVED A TREMENDOUS AMOUNT

  • @lyndamcclain8795
    @lyndamcclain8795 Рік тому +2

    All that just to go potty ! How come Natalie didn't just want an outhouse ?

  • @UnitedWeStand0-0
    @UnitedWeStand0-0 Місяць тому +1

    This is all expensive and fancy for being considered off the grid

  • @RelentlessSavageryGaming
    @RelentlessSavageryGaming Місяць тому +1

    Found an asteroid ☄️ 😂

  • @bobadams8818
    @bobadams8818 8 місяців тому +1

    $12k for basic
    $25k for the now-required pressurized systems

  • @FourthWayRanch
    @FourthWayRanch 8 місяців тому +1

    You have to factor in the hours on the backhoe. Just because you own it, it isnt free. Also have to pay your labor hours. You did it for the same cost as your lower priced installer pretty much.

  • @dylano7242
    @dylano7242 Рік тому +2

    Huh. Here in rural colorado mountains a new septic by professionals is $60-80k. Diy will be around $10k-20k.

  • @dougwalk8034
    @dougwalk8034 Рік тому +3

    You had to pay 'WHAT' for some overpaid bureaucratic hack to sign a piece of paper giving you 'permission' to dig your own hole in your own property, so you didn't have to go outside to pee, [$300.00] WTF ???????????

    • @SJC49
      @SJC49 Рік тому

      Welcome to 2023!7

  • @stuartlatham9814
    @stuartlatham9814 Рік тому +2

    🎂😍

  • @steveramirez1654
    @steveramirez1654 10 місяців тому +1

    👍👍