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  • Off Grid Home Building Essentials

  • A Comprehensive Planning Handbook for House Options, Solar, Wind, Water, Heating and Cooling - Self-Sufficiency Projects for Off Grid Living!
  • By: John Utterback
  • Narrated by: Brian Morrow
  • Length: 4 hrs and 52 mins
  • 5.0 out of 5 stars (4 ratings)

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By: John Utterback
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Discover the Most Important Essentials Needed for Off Grid Living!

Most people who are considering off grid living, are those who are wanting to escape the stress and busyness of city life, and enjoy the peace and tranquility of country living. Owning your own property, and providing for your needs with self-sufficiency projects sounds wonderful and fun, but what are the most important self-sufficiency/survival projects, and how do you accomplish them? That is where this book will help.

This handbook is specifically designed to assist you in the planning and strategizing phase of your off-grid journey. The information in this book will be useful for both the beginner, and for the ones already in process who are seeking more options. A good finish is always dependent upon a good plan—that is why this book is a great place to start!

  • Compare 18 different house types by using construction methods and cost per square foot, to discover which house type best fits your budget and life style.
  • You will learn, in easy-to-understand terms, how a solar system works, and how to design a system that fits your home needs perfectly.
  • Learn how to discern if a wind turbine will work for you, how to select the best size and model, and how to avoid wind turbine installation mistakes.
  • You will discover the fun and easy elements of a small hydroelectric system, and how the components fit together to provide an endless supply of electricity.
  • You will discover all about water wells, and also how to develop and use other water sources for your water needs.
  • You will discover how to heat and cool your off-grid home by using unique Off-Grid methods, and how to avoid the most common mistakes.

These are the essentials, and these are the things that this book will help you with, as you plan and strategize for your "off grid" journey. You can do it, and this book will help!

Scroll up, and buy this audiobook now. This is where your "off grid" dream begins!

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2023 John Utterback (P)2023 John Utterback
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Achieve greater self-sufficiency!

As someone who has always been intrigued by the idea of living off the grid, this book was an eye-opener. The chapters on low, medium, and high-budget home types left me with a newfound appreciation for the versatility and affordability of off-grid living options. It made me consider how I could adapt these concepts in my life, especially in our current world, where sustainable living practices are becoming increasingly essential. The practical advice on solar, wind, and hydroelectric power systems, along with insights into water sources and heating/cooling, was invaluable. This book offers a roadmap for reducing one's ecological footprint and achieving greater self-sufficiency.

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Tremendous Value

What I like about "Off Grid Home Building Essentials" is that it is well written and well narrated and is a tremendous value because it is one of the few books in my library that came with a PDF version to help in using all of the information contained therein.

The book is about 5 hours broken down into 4 parts. Part 1 Selecting what type of home to build, (as low as only $2,000). Part 2 what type of energy (solar, wind and more). Part 3 covers sources of water (wells, ponds, spring water and more), and finally Part 4 covers various ways for heating, cooling and plumbing. With 5 hours of content each section is covered thoroughly.

If you are considering living off grid, this book is essential to add to your library.

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Your Blueprint for Off-Grid Living

"Off Grid Home Building Essentials" is an indispensable guide for anyone dreaming of a self-sufficient lifestyle. The author expertly navigates the complexities of planning and building an off-grid home. Covering everything from house design options to sustainable energy sources like solar and wind, this book is a treasure trove of practical knowledge. The narrator delivers the content with clarity and enthusiasm, making even technical subjects approachable. This audiobook has empowered me with the confidence to start my off-grid living project, equipped with all the essential know-how.

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a great resource for planning your journey

I've recently had an itch for off grid living but to really make it happen it has to be planned so the dream can come true. I appreciated how it made it very easy to know what to expect based off of your budget. Learn the different ways to secure water for your off grid life. Find the many ways to source power so you don't have to live in the stone age just because you're living away from the city and much much more.

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