Cutting, Clearing, & Chipping - Done!

The first phase is complete. Onto the second phase, which begins with renting an excavator for a month. With the excavator we will pull up the tree stumps and stock pile them, strip the top soil layer and stock pile that, and install an anti-tracking pad at the the entrance.

This weeks video shows Steve explaining some factors to consider when establishing the best orientation for the house, and a few other wild encounters.

Ever think about what you would do in the event of a fire? Neither did we, until the first time we drove Lillian, Steve's mom, through our neighborhood. Only she noticed the lack fire hydrants.

Watch our next video to learn what we're going to do in the event of a fire.