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It's MY LAND! (I'll do what I want) DIY Barn Build & Family Cemetery (Ep 334)
August 28, 2025 · 24 min · 163K views
What this video covers
Construction of a barndominium in rural Montana involves a self-managed, over-engineered concrete slab foundation designed to support a steel structure arriving in mid-September.15:49 The project includes a 6-inch thick slab with 24-inch thickened edges and 3-foot-square footings at beam locations to accommodate heavy snow loads.16:29 Rough plumbing for septic and floor-based radiant heating, utilizing PEX tubing and 2-inch foam board insulation, precedes the final concrete pour.1:19 The owner, Keith Whitaker, is performing the site work, including trenching for power lines and installing a jackpole fence, while citing his background in the energy industry to justify his safety protocols and self-reliance.17:15 The structure will eventually feature a car lift, solar power, lithium battery storage, and a propane generator.18:34 The family plans to return to their boat, Zatara, in January after a decade of continuous cruising.22:48
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