- Holds 16' dimensional lumber.
- Perfect for rainwater collection.
- Charred-wood siding.
- Code Compliant
- Battery-Powered Construction
Budget does not include delivery or transportation fees.
| Chapter | Tools | Supplies | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 |
Foundation | 1,220.90 | 951.08 | 2,171.98 |
 |
Wall Structure | 456.07 | 1,195.68 | 1,651.75 |
 |
Roof Structure | 182.07 | 914.06 | 1,096.13 |
 |
Roofing | 514.87 | 2,198.20 | 2,713.07 |
|
Wall Exterior | 43.20 | 3,668.33 | 3,711.53 |
| Pre-Tax Total | 2,417.11 | 8,927.35 | 11,344.46 | |
| ~6% Sales Tax | 145.02 | 496.9 | 641.92 | |
| Total | $2,562.13 | $9,424.25 | $11,986.38 |
Here are some goals we're working towards with this design:
- Plastic-free
- Paint-free
- Fully compostable / Recyclable.
- Off-grid Solar Power.
Supplies and Tools are italicized and listed at the end of each chapter with their estimated cost from 2017-2018. The lists are kept separate in case you already own the tools needed for the chapter.
This guide has made an attempt to document the associated code requirements in the "International Residential Code" which is adopted by most areas of the US. Code references are labeled with the relevant IRC section like so: IRC *.
You can find a version of the code adopted for your area here: International Code Council
Purchase Battery-Powered Tools from the same manufacturer that use the same batteries. This will save you money as you can buy "Tool-Only" versions online once you have a 3-4 batteries on hand. Make sure the manufacturer makes a car charger for the batteries. Car cigarette lighter outlets provide DC power and are common ports used by simple solar panel setups. This will allow you to charge your batteries directly off a solar panel with a charge controller rather than having to use a more expensive power inverter setup.
Finding suppliers can be difficult if you're new. Talk with local contractors or read reviews of local supply companies. Look for a roofing supplier and lumber yard early and make sure they carry what you'll need before working with them and establishing a relationship. Working with suppliers can be a much more personal experience than going to a big box store as they tend to work with the same contractors for years and know each other on a first name basis.