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  1. Class is good. Member side is priceless. ...

    Class is good. Member side is priceless. Especially since you have experience in traditional construction and remodel like I do.

    I have saved probably $50,000 on my build simply by asking "I...
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    Did a bunch of research on this prior to a...

    Did a bunch of research on this prior to a sailing trip in the Bahamas.

    There are 2 operating theories.

    1. The lightning rod at the top of a sailboat mast is not to attract lightning but to...
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    Take the class. Build a "test" building aka the...

    Take the class.
    Build a "test" building aka the 14x14 shed from plans.

    Keep a detailed account of ALL costs and time to build. Then decide if you want to do it as a business.

    On the plus...
  4. I think when its all said and done, LHBA is...

    I think when its all said and done, LHBA is going to be a life changer.
    Was searching for a "final" home. Tired of moving. Hate the city..... all that restless stuff.

    Took the class and it...
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    Fishtank for you... Coool! Fish tank in the...

    Fishtank for you... Coool!

    Fish tank in the house for resale..... Bummer.
    You would be looking for a 1 in a million buyer. Sounds like you are wanting to build a totally custom wildlife...
  6. Christofori, I know how frustrating the wait...

    Christofori,

    I know how frustrating the wait can be. I was ready to build a dog house as a test building and everyone told me to wait. Thought they were crazy and annoying with the "wait for...
  7. They go over materials, tools, and how to start...

    They go over materials, tools, and how to start accumulating them. Some members even swap stuff out on the members side of the forum. Its a pretty comprehensive list.

    Once you go to the class,...
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    Dogwood, I have rethought your situation and...

    Dogwood,

    I have rethought your situation and those cedars wont be any good. You should put them on a truck/train and ship them to me for proper "disposal". :D (drool drool )
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    Jaeger, Research the piers/pilings carefully. ...

    Jaeger,
    Research the piers/pilings carefully. I lived in FL for a L O N G time and they could be a huge problem if installed incorrectly. Hate to build a beautiful home only to have one corner...
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    Yep. Building should be no problem. Add...

    Yep. Building should be no problem. Add hurricane ties to rafters and use an approved roofing material/method and you should be good to go. A little research on soil issues so you know how...
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    Once you go to the class and learn the B&P tight...

    Once you go to the class and learn the B&P tight pin method, you will loose interest in the "kit" look of D style logs.

    Im drooling over the size cedars you have. Cutting about 30 off my...
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    Dare I ask how you know this ? :D

    Dare I ask how you know this ? :D
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    francis brings up a good point. Survival of the...

    francis brings up a good point.
    Survival of the ecosystem.

    Contrary to current popular belief, the ecosystem is incredibly hardy. Huge money is being made pretending that the slightest offense...
  14. Take an ad out in your local cheapie bargain...

    Take an ad out in your local cheapie bargain paper.
    "Looking for retired plumber and electrician to advise and teach on a project home. Will pay going rate"

    Get them to come help with layout...
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    Not to anger any Greenies... but here goes. ...

    Not to anger any Greenies... but here goes.

    Building "green" is the most over hyped thing to come down the pike since the "we are all going to freeze to death" environmental scare/scam of the...
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    Palm trees are basically a bunch of vertical...

    Palm trees are basically a bunch of vertical fibers squished together. When they rot or get insects eating them they can Keel over and look like a deflated balloon.

    I would stay away from using...
  17. Dan, I love the look of the SCL homes too. If...

    Dan,
    I love the look of the SCL homes too. If you are completely sold on the SCL look, do yourself a favor and build a practice shed/dog house/barn first. Something small scale. Then...
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    Depending on the construction method it MIGHT be...

    Depending on the construction method it MIGHT be possible to lift the roof off with a crane, frame the 2nd floor and then drop the roof back on. Have to have an engineer eyeball it.
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    Ed, plan is to build with cash. No mortgage. ...

    Ed, plan is to build with cash. No mortgage. It pushes our build off until next year but it should be worth it.
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    Our process has evolved from "we can do it all! "...

    Our process has evolved from "we can do it all! " to .... "how much of the really physical stuff can we hire out".

    Wife and I decided last week to focus on our business and try to sock away as...
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    And the answer is.... It depends. A quick title...

    And the answer is.... It depends.
    A quick title search will turn up most defects. Fork out for a full title search executed the day of the tax sale if there is any question about liens.

    We...
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    If you cant afford the land, the build, or the...

    If you cant afford the land, the build, or the class, you aren't ready to buy.

    Save up and take the class. It will open your eyes to a world of possibilities as Gpa suggests.

    You will learn...
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    I have a 13 gallon HC compressor. Works fine...

    I have a 13 gallon HC compressor. Works fine for framing nailer, brad nailer. Works OK for low volume sprayer.
    Runs too much for high volume stuff like impact wrench and air ratchet.

    IF I...
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    Hydro power from small streams?

    There is a year round creek/stream on the back side of the property we hope to build on.

    Its a long way from the build site but we could use a power supply on that end of the property to run...
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    Happy Quilter..... Forgot about my "best design...

    Happy Quilter..... Forgot about my "best design ideas in the world and coolest floor plan ever! "

    Scrapped all those and did a small mod to the stock 35x35 floor plan to accommodate a powder room...
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