$6000 Shed Turned Into An Affordable Tiny Home

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Can you imaging buying a shed to retire in for $6,000 and making it into an affordable tiny home? This woman did and kept her budget for her tiny home under $35,000 and she DIY the whole project! In this video, we speak to Ellen a 67-year-old retiree and she shares her story of how she found the shed, how much everything cost including permits and utilities plus what maintenance issues have come up over the years since she has moved into her beautiful tiny house.
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@KristinaSmallhorn 2 года назад

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@lindanewburn3021 2 года назад

I left her a reply....VINEGAR....darling home

@KristinaSmallhorn 2 года назад

@@lindanewburn3021 thank You.

@Arkine13 2 года назад

Copper Coat seems to work really well against bugs, kind of expensive but better than getting the pests. Home Depot carries it.

@laquittabush7284 2 года назад

I brought one and I love it. I also went all electric but I have it connected a propane generator. I would glue down wooden boards and use (home defense) from lowes, the termites hate it. Spray all over area last 10 to 11 months. Replace wood if you can then spray it all over the wood then paint. I had this problem. So far it's working. Just keep up with spraying trouble areas within 10 to 12 months.

@trocknorat 2 года назад

As for termites they usually come up from the ground. Her home is high off the ground. I think she will probably be okay with termites.

@TheREALJosephTurner 2 года назад

I have some advice for the insurance situation. Being that it it a tiny home, just about any needed repair would be substantially less than a larger traditional home, right? So, instead of fussing with traditional insurance companies, open a savings account at a bank and make payments to it like you would to an insurance company. Never touch that account unless it would be for something that you would otherwise turn into your insurance. The advantages to this method is that ALL money you contribute would be available to you, there would be no deductible, and YOU act as the insurance adjuster, meaning YOU pick what is covered, who can make the repairs, and to what extent the repairs are made. Just think of a payment amount you are comfortable making per month, then religiously make that payment. An added bonus is once you meet a balance that covers total replacement cost for the building and the contents, you can stop making your "insurance payments" and still remain fully "covered."

@KristinaSmallhorn 2 года назад

Thanks for the information.

@cherb_soco1891 2 года назад

Brilliant idea!

@gemini8620 2 года назад

Yes!

@carolyntyler2869 2 года назад

Awesome idea

@shelleythompson-brock6412 2 года назад

Great idea for the long haul, but not if damage happens anytime in the near future.

@brendamckenzie561 2 года назад

If you can afford it get two of these, maybe one a bit smaller for the bed and bath. Make it L shaped and build a covered deck in the L with a door for outside access. Just an idea for others wanting to do something like this.

@vickykent353 2 года назад

That's a wonderful idea. I could see a screened in porch-type area including part of the top for shade and sun. Would be nice for a little pond surrounded by some self-sufficient plants (succulents might work well) with seating. Early mornings and evenings would be great outside. Or forgot the pond and do covered screened porch with nice, comfortable seating, grill, table and chairs. Would be lovely and added living space. Then bedroom on ground level and loft/s for storage. If lofts were set of for storage, I would use an electrical set up for easy up and down to put things in and take things out of storage.

@TKOin2life 2 года назад

You read my mind. That is exactly what I plan to do.

@deedunn7563 2 года назад

@@vickykent353 I agree totally

@chichinone7555 2 года назад

Most definitely I would buy (2) 2story home from Home Depot

@acfisher109 2 года назад

This is exactly what we are planning

@escoba1971 2 года назад

She was extremely lucky that she had family to help her out. Because a lot of people can't say that

@noblevictory2200 Год назад

True that

@maureenjossick429 Год назад

That’s what I keep hearing about the ppl interviewed for their tiny homes.. “Thankgod I had family to move the home” “Thank goodness my dad is a carpenter,and owns a construction business” “Thank goodness my uncle is a general contractor” “Thank goodness my family had a few acres to gives us,and we just plug into their electric/water/waste systems..etc..seems like these ppl have all the luck. I want to meet a family that didn’t have all that “luck”, and how they managed.

@brandonbarnes8997 Год назад

@@maureenjossick429 I might have to make a video in the future for younger people with little savings and zero networking that did not get all kinds of help. I actually went off grid wit farm animals and well and wood stove and barn all built by me mostly salvaged and it's not none of these glamorous looking videos. Everything is rigged and cheap but efficient. 2 yead process to get to what I envisioned having to wait on deals or finding free stuff and salvaging wood.

@caliemm4558 11 месяцев назад

Yep teamwork brought it to completion. That's what family, friends, do

@carolmartin775 7 месяцев назад

My son just bought one of these and moved it to his land do he's just starting.

@candymcclure2476 2 года назад

I am in a shed to home. I am nearly 78 y/o and my home is fully paid for. It was constructed by the Amish and is very sound. I am on my son's property so he added the home to his insurance. I have water and electricity. I do have to use a composting toilet (yuk) because there was no way to hook into my son's septic without great expense. I have decorated with the theme of a mountain or lakeside cabin. I love it! Gramma Candy

@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823 2 года назад

What about incinerator toilet?

@vickiehanan5686 11 месяцев назад

Winds of March what is an incinerator toilet ?

@Avacadofrommexicoyeah Месяц назад

Are you sleeping in a loft hard to get up there

@DeeDee-dl7sl 2 года назад

So cute and her son letting her live on the land is a plus! Only thing I would change would be putting the bedroom on bottom floor, that ladder to loft will be harder and more dangerous for older folks.

@MkNkLMan 2 года назад

Plus, if needing to go to the bathroom in the middle of the night, would have to navigate down the back up half asleep which could be dangerous. AND then you'd be all awake and not be able to go back to sleep LOL!

@christinestephenson1742 2 года назад

Getting up and going to the bathroom in the middle of the night wouldn't be fun.

@Mdeaccosta 2 года назад

My stairs are rotated 90 degrees and come to a tiny landing. There is a rail, it is very safe and the loft sleeping area is great. I have a window, though, to egress if I have to. Also, I am off grid, totally solar powered.

@beepassionate 2 года назад

As for termites, Put flashing on the top of the cement blocks with the flashing several inches larger than the top of the block. Bend the top of the flashing downwards. When the termites come up the blocks and meet the flashing, they go back down and do not get to the wood. No poison needed. Blessings

@LoneStarHomestead3 Год назад

The metal flashing should have been added "BEFORE" the shed was sat down on the blocks.

@alfr1 Год назад

No wood touches the ground; water rots the bottom wood and seeps up into it several inches. Look at the bottom outside of any wooden building, snow and rain, even watering the grass will ruin the wood and the stain/color. LUCK!

@Bonjour-777 Год назад

awesome reply

@WorkHardBeNice Год назад

Great suggestion about the flashing! As an added bit of protection, termites HATE geranium plants.

@jim7smith 11 месяцев назад

Termites generally do not climb concrete, just do not ever have any wood touching the ground.

@amywalker7515 2 года назад

One thing's for sure, the cost of housing has gone way beyond what people can afford. I envision self-build RV's, tiny homes and repurposed buildings being huge in the coming years.

@Suebearish Год назад

Already seeing this New videos every day of people and families redoing RVs and all kinds of small building to live in

@Itried20takennames 7 дней назад

True, but a big issue is the land. Many suburbs and cities don’t have lots made for tiny homes, and don’t allow them in backyards, villages (traffic), etc. So often only retirees or those who can work remotely who can do them, on land that is somewhat in the middle of no where. And then there is the lack of appreciation in tiny homes. Many are considered like RVs, that only depreciate with time….if you do town the land underneath. My parents were probably the last generation where most bought a home in their 20s, paid it off over 50 years, and used the land appreciation to help fund their retirement.

@cubanbarbee 2 года назад

First of all, Ellen looks absolutely amazing for a 67 year old! Secondly, I love her tiny home. I generally don't like tiny homes very often either

@ellenroyal 2 года назад

Thank you!!!

@RachaelNelson-si3qc 10 месяцев назад

DE kills bugs

@karenstasik2979 2 года назад

I am 65 and retired. As a healthcare provider I can tell you the thought of her going up and down that ladder as she gets older is fairly dangerous. The two causes of injuries to women in retirement that we saw the most we're from tripping over hoses and climbing ladders. It's actually why I stopped doing my own painting which I loved. Otherwise I think the layout is adorable

@JAMES-sz5du 2 года назад

A Murphy bed would be more appropriate.

@karenstasik2979 2 года назад

@@JAMES-sz5du that's exactly what I was thinking. Then you could use that loft for grandkids. Or if there isn't enough room on that wall then perhaps that couch could be a pull out couch

@JAMES-sz5du 2 года назад

@@karenstasik2979 love your style, attitude and wish you all the best. Hope to have chance to visit your gorgeous tiny home.🤩🤩

@Jane-ul6ft 2 года назад

I am 59 and I stumbled out of bed. I hit the corner on the side table and it hurt. Then I saw blood all over and dripping from my face. I cut open on the brow bone. I know why they cut boxer's eyes now,, it's to let the blood out so they can see. I fell 2 days later face first on concrete. That loft and ladder are a death trap for me.

@karenstasik2979 2 года назад

@@JAMES-sz5du while I think a tiny home would be fine, my retirement home is a one-bedroom with an open layout and a loft for guests. But it has stairs to the loft. It's less than 2000 square feet. And because I live in Florida it is block constructed. I don't think I'd want to be here in a tiny home with the weather that we can get. 🏝🌀🌪

@jamespatrickodonoghue3785 2 года назад

The paint does not seem to be the problem. This seems to be an excesssive moisture/vapor problem. It could be the lack of a vapor barrier, or the need to have the roof runoff guttered out away from the building. I am not there to look and to ask questions to explore the problem and find a solution. I am up in New England presently but I have property down in Mississippi. Ellen is smart to do what she has done. By living below ones means, one can incrementally build wealth and security at any age. Ellen is blessed not to be trapped into a mobile home park, where the rent can rob her of economic security. Ellen is also a blessing and surely an inspiration to others. I have been a KS Video Fan for a while now, but this is my first online comment.

@ellenroyal 2 года назад

Thank you, James

@bobjones8378 Год назад

It appears to be intercoat adhesion failure ,use a product like "peel stop" it will fix the problem...We've been painting outdoor structures for over 32 years.

@sheronbelcher4077 2 года назад

I turned a shed into a tiny house a few years ago also. I had no idea what I was getting into but I love, love, love it.

@sharoningold6344 2 года назад

I have been researching termite prevention. Termites have to get into the soil for their water supply. They avoid cedar since it is toxic to them. So putting cedar chips between termites and the ground looks like it would help. Plus many other pests avoid cedar too which is why closets and wooden trunks are lined in cedar.

@KristinaSmallhorn 2 года назад

Thank You.

@ellenroyal 2 года назад

Thank you for researching👏

@lynnbetts4332 2 года назад

Check into a product called Cedarcide. They have sprays and granules.

@explanger527 11 месяцев назад

Cedar and diatomaceous earth. When I lived in my rv, I used DE to prevent ants without harming the ground or my cats that lived with me.

@RachaelNelson-si3qc 10 месяцев назад

Feed stores sells the natural bug killer powder .

@melody5162 2 года назад

I love this! I just turned 58 and looking to retire debt and stress free allowing me to complete my bucket list.

@KristinaSmallhorn 2 года назад

Isn’t it awesome!!??

@RED-cy7ig 2 года назад

She's a really fearless woman. It's really encouraging to see someone take the tiny house leap.

@KristinaSmallhorn 2 года назад

I 100% agree!! She's AMAZING!!

@kristenmarie9248 11 месяцев назад

She had tons of help, and support so why would she be fearful?

@BonJody 2 года назад

Every bit of it looks exactly like what a grandma's house is supposed to look like the plants, wind chimes, pics of the grandkids, I love it

@SarahWRah Год назад

There are several comments concerned about the ladder. But she lived 3 years sleeping on her couch and could always return to the mode. Various sofa+ bed combinations are available she can use, if she wants. She did a great job with her choices.

@alaseaanarin432 Год назад

Absolutely agree! 😀

@Sirshackleton 2 года назад

It’s really nice that she has family that helped her a lot.

@alicecoppers8980 2 года назад

Before you replace your siding your roof needs to stick out about 12 inches so the rain doesn’t cost so much rot. The problem with sheds and the difference between having a tiny home built they will bring it to code by having the 1 foot overhang.

@ellenroyal 2 года назад

Yes this makes sense. Gosh

@lindanewburn3021 2 года назад

Alice coppers.....now that you mention roof overhanging....that makes sense and would help....

@Evie-Hope 2 года назад

Great info. Thanks. We are ordering our shed this spring.

@paulandmurray7688 2 года назад

Hi, I absolutely LOVE your tiny house. We did the same thing for a vacation home in SC. As for termite control, This may sound a little crazy so we don't know if you would want to try it but it worked for us. We use off-road diesel fuel for termite and snake repellent. Just put about a cup full in several containers and put it at the four corners of your house. On the outside, of course. Termites and snakes HATE diesel fuel!!! 😊

@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823 2 года назад

Dumb question, can it combust on its own...?

@peachesdixon7567 Год назад

@@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823 No.

@bgower86 Год назад

What type of containers would you recommend?

@lesleymcclintock2009 Год назад

Open containers of the diesel fuel?

@atomicyang6702 2 года назад

I would love to do something like this. Whats most difficult for me is that none of my family has any land and no one in family is a handyman/home builder. Land in itself cost as much as a mortgage ouch. But absolutely love what she did to shed. Looks tidy and money saving. Great job Ellen.

@Christina-Christina.056 2 года назад

Same for me.

@kellygreen7275 2 года назад

Learn. As you already know, RU-vid is very helpful!

@backroadsusa6915 2 года назад

Buy land. Unrestricted you don't need permits or inspections. She still payed contractors same as you would have to. Lifes about CHOICES and consequences. She lives debt free. People find a ton of excuses why they can't do something.

@robertbrooks3007 3 месяца назад

@@backroadsusa6915 Facts! Great point . People will talk themselves out of doing anything.

@lorirugato6463 2 месяца назад

My family doesn't have land and they aren't builders or carpenters either. I would love to go tiny !!!

@jules8262 2 года назад

Nice tiny house. People may want to look into structural steel buildings, a lot can be done with them on the inside if you dont mind the metal look on the outside.

@justthink5854 2 года назад

yeah. mtl garage with 1" closed cell spray foam. 20x20 erected on your slab or raised is about $8k.

@rhearobinson-thomas536 2 года назад

Thank you

@lindal2055 2 года назад

Love her story and use of space. Only thing different I might have done differently involves her bedroom being out of the loft with either Murphy bed or electric elevated bed. Possibly a walk in bathtub as well.

@KristinaSmallhorn 2 года назад

I asked her about her couch being a pullout bed. She said she hadn’t really given it much thought but it wasn’t a bad idea.

@buslady6695 2 года назад

That would be just a storage place for me. Things that are not used very often.

@jeannerountree952 2 года назад

For her age and mobility a bathtub works fine. It’s the 🪜 that brings the biggest concern. She should be in the habit of sleeping with her cell phone next to her. I know I do but my mother doesn’t but she would not be stuck up in a loft if there would be a medical emergency.

@KristinaSmallhorn 2 года назад

@@jeannerountree952 she does sleep on her little couch often. But I will also say she more fit than most 30 year olds.

@lindal2055 2 года назад

@@jeannerountree952 or a medic alert necklace that calls for help automatically if you fall down.

@Kaylobless Год назад

She is so humble.. love her attitude. Glad it works for her and love the area she lives in..

@pdmullgirl 2 года назад

I love this! My husband and I have thought about doing the same thing with a shed. I think they make the cutest tiny homes. I wouldn’t want to climb a ladder though to get to my bedroom. I was in an accident in 2006 and lost my toes on my right foot. So ladders are something I don’t do anymore. My right food is about half the size of my left foot now. Other than that, I love her home! She has everything she needs. Even a washer and dryer! And a nice porch to sit on. Just a life size doll house really. I love it! ❤️💜💚

@hippielady123 Год назад

I 61 and I did it. It's a lot of work, and some stress but when done, it's a breath of fresh air.

@mrhymer95 2 года назад

Loved this segment, and her home is functional and decorated nicely. I hope you do more interviews like this one. Btw, thanks for the tip on the dehumidifier!

@KristinaSmallhorn 2 года назад

Yes! I’m planning on doing more of these this year.

@Christina-Christina.056 2 года назад

@@KristinaSmallhorn I’ll be looking out for these. I’ll need to do something for myself very soon.

@sunnilucas2812 2 года назад

I moved into my garage, I am 63, I had no money or job. I dealt with termites in the walls. In the areas where they ate thru, I sprayed a mixture of bleach salt and water in a spray bottle. And all round outside and inside. Didn't bother the new paint (surprise!) and kept doing that spraying every 3 days then once a week, now every month. It worked for me.

@kathe.o. 11 месяцев назад

I think Ellen is brilliant, at 67 she proves a woman CAN do things not previously believed a woman can accomplish. You go girl!!! All electric/solar is safer.

@christywilson694 Год назад

She's so cute!!!! I adore her for downsizing and doing doing whatever it takes to set herself up for a successful, financially free life! What a wonderful thing to do for herself and her kids! My mom is a hoarder with an unknown number of storage units. My sister and I are dreading the day all that Stuff becomes our problem!

@taylorfaline6552 2 года назад

Ellen is super smart and a fantastic gardener and designer! Love what she's done with the place, as a young couple just starting out my boyfriend and I could easily live here. Would just have to save up for awhile and find some land worth putting a tiny home on. Looks like such a beautiful place, both the setting and home are perfect.❤

@KristinaSmallhorn 2 года назад

Thank You for letting her know. She is reading all the nice comments people are leaving.

@ellenroyal 2 года назад

Oh, Thank you!!

@rtyria 2 года назад

@@ellenroyal Your house is beautiful. Thank you for sharing it with us.

@targetedplantsguy9481 2 года назад

That is one smart lady. Lovely home, thanks for sharing. She would be great at consulting others for a small fee.

@leahbaker1724 2 года назад

I wished I could share my tiny home I also built my home from a new shed it cost me $6800 new it was a 12 x 30 and it’s fully functional as well the only thing I don’t have is a dishwasher and I didn’t need that. I have plenty of lighting I opted for bright white paint so as not to have to use electricity as much my refrigerator and stove and hot water heater is electric. I have 238 square-foot living area I have a large picture window in my living room a sleeper sofa I have a full functioning bathroom with a shower and a tub stackable washer and dryer in my bedroom I have a cabinetry above my bed and a big functional closet I have a sliding glass door so as to enjoy the beautiful outdoors from inside as well.

@PoohBearO12 2 года назад

If you ever post a video tour of your home pleaseee could you send me the link? Whether it's through here or me email. Your home sounds amazing!

@jamiewood1911 2 года назад

@@PoohBearO12 If anyone is looking 12ac 2 tiny homes well water, solar,etc can't post link address is 0 Jacks Fork Farmstead Hwy 137 willow springs MO MLS: 6*0*2*1*1*8*3*4 cash/verifiable funds only

@AudieCollinsSoftHeartPC Год назад

A very old remedy for termites, is simply use cedar wood. When you can't use the wood, use the oil! There are no insects that can tolerate cedar. It works for a great siding as well. Do not use vinyl siding! It is not worth the money. Aluminum siding works, but it dents very easily. Cedar lasts between 50 to 75 years. It also will not be affected by termites.

@marycollins 2 года назад

I would say this is the almost the closet we're going to get when actually learning the true numbers in the game of Tiny House ownership. I mean kudos to you Kristina for this share, but to help us out here better, what was the true cost on electric. Alot of us out here don't have a brother or family members move a house for us. What's the numbers on that? It's no secret that different municipalities mean different cost, but give us a ball park cost here! If I ever own a tiny home, Kristina. Please visit and I will share to help more out there! Great video so far!

@KristinaSmallhorn 2 года назад

It cost her 6,000 for her installation of utilities, including septic and water well. to put in. Her electric bill on the highest end is $50 and on the low end it’s $20.

@ellenroyal 2 года назад

Electric bill is lower since I added the split level a/c-heat. Highly recommend this from the get-go!!! Spend the extra. Wish I had put it in when I did the build out

@bellasue02 2 года назад

@@KristinaSmallhorn I figured it would be double that price. Cheapest septic I've found was 4500. There isn't water at the road to hook in to

@buildfixflip 2 года назад

In East Tennessee it costed us $1,200 for the electric company to run 130 feet of overhead wire, adding a 30’ pole halfway, and connecting to my electric pole. This was for connecting two 200 amp panels. From there we plan to run multiple tiny homes/sheds. 100 amp service would have been plenty for her house but most commonly all connections are now 200amps.

@chestophercolumbo4561 2 года назад

That's what she shed!!!

@champagnjethersiahdduvenag6078 Год назад

You should put up rain gutters up to keep rain from running of on your hous'es side walls. This would reduce the water damage.

@steamrollers61 2 года назад

I love her tenacity! Regarding the termites, etc. ~ I’m thinking “diatomaceous earth”. I’ve used it with success, but not on termites. I sprinkle it around the inside of my house (killed fleas) and outside my house around the foundation.

@lynnbetts4332 2 года назад

DE only works when it's dry. It is a mechanical insect killer - kills soft bodied insects by piercing them and making them dehydrate and die. Once wet, it loses that ability, and clumps.

@HavinFunNDeezLastDayz Год назад

Gutters would work to keep the water from running down the side. That would probably help the siding

@gsmith4502 2 года назад

I have wondered what it would be like to actually live in a shed-home. It's great to see someone who actually did it successfully, especially in Louisiana - pretty brave! Ellen did a great job in designing her minimalist lifestyle home - it looks lovely. She looks happy. Thanks for sharing this experience!🤗

@sapphirexwind 2 года назад

I have thought about doing this before, after seeing the shed places on the side of the road. The thing would be to build it out right in such a way that doesn't allow for moisture, which makes mold if the base of it is metal. That room she sectioned off would be where I'd put a bedroom.

@terminatortsw8006 2 года назад

Exactly. Many people have had to abandon these shed homes due to the black mold!

@animaladvocate8938 2 года назад

@@terminatortsw8006 that is interesting. Very serious issue!

@jamiewood1911 2 года назад

If anyone is looking 12ac 2 tiny homes well water, solar,etc can't post link address is 0 Jacks Fork Farmstead Hwy 137 willow springs MO MLS: 6*0*2*1*1*8*3*4 cash/verifiable funds only no mold EVER!

@LaurainStirling. 2 года назад

I admire Ms. Ellen taking on that project. My sister has a tiny home with cedar wood siding and a metal roof. Her drip edge all the way around was too short to keep water from running down the walls during every rain. Her exterior walls took a beating. We (family) replaced the roof with longer panels and are planning to replace the exterior walls (at the next holiday when we’re all together). I don’t know if this is what is causing your paint to fade, but I thought I’d mention it. Cheers!

@KristinaSmallhorn 2 года назад

Thank you.

@ellenroyal 2 года назад

Thank you. I am hoping this spring to get some family to help replace the outside covering Leaning toward corrugated panels

@buildfixflip 2 года назад

We added rain gutters and worked great to divert water away

@le_th_ 10 месяцев назад

Love her ever-so-slight Louisiana accent. She a beautiful, brave woman, even if she cried a bit during the building process. That's how we learn and grow. Really love how she just took on this project. Most people would've just moved into an apartment. Kudos to her! I hope she's still content and enjoying her not-too-tiny house with awesome storage.

@floydlholt9829 2 года назад

She’s 65 and pretty much done everything in life. No reason to go into debt when it just her.

@huddyisgoated2355 2 года назад

shes 67

@maryhahn7595 2 года назад

I am wanting to have a tiny home I am amazed by the work she put into her little home ☺️

@christieweidman8437 2 года назад

Beneficial Nementodes worked into the soil around the base of the home and watered into the soil, in the spring after freeze. Apply every other year. Works great!

@mnoutdoors3087 2 года назад

My 2 bedroom 1 bath manufactured home brand new in 2017 cost 40k best decision I made buying it saved me so much money not having to rent

@terryrockefeller8589 2 года назад

I would recommend Hardy plank siding. It is cement board and would look a lot like your current siding. It won't need painting for something like 20 years and it is impervious to termites.

@annietaylorsmith3876 Год назад

I admire Ellen for doing all that work! I was looking at the same thing in 2016 when I was planning my retirement. I investigated log cabins, tiny homes, stick built homes, shed homes, shipping containers, etc... all were way to expensive especially with the build out of a shed or shell. I settled on a 908 sqft brand new 3 br 2 ba 2016 Fleetwood mobile home for $34,000 delivered and set up. No guess work, no carpentry, no engineering, no picking appliances that fit weird spaces. I love my mobile home on 12 acres by a lake. I have city water that cost $1100 to run the line to the house and $750 for the meter, electric EMC ran the lines for free if it's under 1000 ft from the road, $3500 septic. Way to go Ellen! I admire your efforts.👏 I was just too lazy to do all that work.

@alfr1 Год назад

And in some ways, you were Smarter.

@annietaylorsmith3876 Год назад

@@alfr1 Don't know if I was smarter, maybe just lazier. LOL

@sonya5568 2 года назад

love this. no time for high mortgages. I want a tiny home but with decent space.

@marthaturki4891 2 года назад

Gutters would help with the warping of the would outside. My storage shed did the same thing. Very nice tiny home!

@cheri6174 2 года назад

We couldn’t get insurance for our log home built by reputable company that only builds log homes. Took me a long time. However, the funny thing is log homes have a treatment in them that make it almost impossible to catch fire. Now I didn’t have drywall inside. My house was log inside and out. But you just have to keep trying. Ca is the hardest because of our fires. Another great one Kristina !!

@ellenroyal 2 года назад

I had posted my insurance agency. May be further down in comments

@kenevans6382 2 года назад

I believe we're going to see a lot more of this than we think....I see these accelerating in acceptability in many areas....

@mikeelek9713 Год назад

This is a full house although not cluttered at all. It's not empty like a model home, so you can feel that this is how real people live. I think that a smaller place certainly makes you think about "want" vs. "need" - something that we all would do well to consider in our own lives.

@catherinehartmann1501 2 года назад

Yes! Great idea! I bought a 12x16 $7000 TuffShed - added sleeping and storage lofts and skylights in 13' ceilings T=$9000 - laminate floor, 10' butcher block countertop, shower, toilet with "tank topper" sink, living, kitchen - 8x8 deck in front - actually rolled it out and created a foundation after the fact - wish I'd done it first! But all in all ca $30,000 - 192 sq ft footprint, but with lofts and bumped out storage = ca 360 sq ft. Great space. Love it. And I love what Ellen has done!!!

@aknorth1053 2 года назад

The T8 siding should likely be replaced looks like you could start getting water intrusion which could lead to additional damage. Vinyl siding would probably be the least expensive option. Although you may want to plan on replacing your weather barrier under the siding. Possible pull off the items and replace with zip sheathing and than add vinyl on top?

@ellenroyal 2 года назад

Thanks!!!

@MkNkLMan 2 года назад

What about Hardie board? Practically impervious to the elements especially after being caulked and painted. A little difficult to install but I'd just seal up the current siding, add a vapor barrier and board right over.

@DianaWilson 2 года назад

What an amazing and inspiring story. Thank you for sharing.

@KristinaSmallhorn 2 года назад

She’s so cool. I had a really great time with her.

@DianaWilson 2 года назад

@@KristinaSmallhorn It looks like it.

@leewillis2908 2 года назад

Kristina, you do such a lovely job of showing us the pros and cons of tiny home living, warning us what to watch out for, how to do our homework, how to buy land, etc. thank you.

@doodybird5766 Год назад

Thank you for showing this, I just bought a 14x40 cabin with the wrap around porch and will be turning it into a home. I've been doing a lot of research into this and one of the main things is ventilation, ventilation, ventilation!. They make a ventilation barrier that you staple between your rafters that keeps airflow going up from the sofit, between the roofing and insulation. One guy converted one into a home fir him and his family and they had major ventilation problems and ended up with black mold because the insulation was expanding foam sprayed on the roofing. A tiny bathroom vent and the stove had a non venting fan...

@lindagutierrez2168 Год назад

Doody what do you think would be the best roofing scenario? Would pink insulation be better instead of the open cell spray insulation?

@JM-kn9dh 2 года назад

We got termites and the company we hired used some sort of citrus oil. We didnt even have to leave the house

@KristinaSmallhorn 2 года назад

Oh. That’s awesome. Thank you for sharing.

@KathleenMcCormickLCSWMPH 2 года назад

Great interview! Both of you have great attitudes. I appreciate that you are sympathetic to those of us who want to live more minimally, Kristina. I got lots of ideas.

@KristinaSmallhorn 2 года назад

Thank you for watching. I will be bringing more stories like this as the year goes on.

@ellenroyal 2 года назад

Yes!!!

@amywalker7515 2 года назад

There is a business near us that makes garages for people and a few of them are two story. One of them had an upstairs "loft" area large enough for a substantial bedroom, bathroom and possible storage. I think it would be fun to order one and convert it into a tiny home. Of course the garage door would have to go.

@carolblair8336 2 года назад

I don’t have my husband on board with the tiny home. I am in my sixties and I would like to have my living space paid for. Thank you for sharing Kristina. I agree this woman is very brave! 😀

@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823 2 года назад

Buy one and plop it in the yard, lol Boxabl has one for 50k complete, like 20 x 20, a 2 car garage, basically. Everything included, plus 2.00 mile from Vegas.

@kristensorensen2219 2 года назад

She is blessed by family!!

@old_dog9953 2 года назад

Planning on doing it and have a lot more rehab experience but this is encouraging. Great video

@KristinaSmallhorn 2 года назад

You can do it!!

@ellenroyal 2 года назад

Thank you

@oliviabristol3164 2 года назад

I have been researching and compiling a file of ideas and structural do's and don'ts. One of the must have's is the building must be wrapped in moisture barrier. If I were Ellen, I'd get a moisture barrier put down under her home because sooner or later she's going to start seeing soft spots in her floor. But, I love her home and what she's done to it. Brava, Ellen!!

@BK-fi3of 2 года назад

These are wonderful, however for safety reasons the bedroom needs to be on the bottom and an exit to the outside in it like a man door, sliding door or large window one can quickly get out, in case of fire or other tragedy. I bought 4.5 acres just outside of Elko NV in back of Ryndon about ten years ago (15,000.00)had power put onto the property (3000.00) and added a 40’ high cube shipping container for storage (8000.00). I still may go back there to live and turn my container into a home, or just stay in my camp trailer there and think about it or sell it. Awesome view of the Ruby mtns. A septic used to cost between 2-5000.00, needs well or haul water or have it delivered. Your interviews inspire!!

@omadeitz3340 2 года назад

My husband and I are not only doing this but 2 more for our kids.

@valerief1231 2 года назад

You e probably seen this suggestion, but as far as the paint goes, I highly recommend contacting the manufacturer, I bet they have a warranty, not to mention they may know WHY the paint is failing.

@North49RC 2 года назад

As for the termites there are three types of wood mulch that repels them, cedar, redwood, and cypress. All three have sap and resins that termites will not reside in or eat, and can be fatal to them. I Canada we tend to use cedar a lot, not only is cedar more moisture resistant because of these natural resins, it repels bugs. So we tend to use it indoors to keep bugs like mosquitos and flies out of the house. Works amazing.

@dorkladytravels 2 года назад

What a great solution for affordable living, and so cute and comfortable too!

@brendacottrell9787 2 года назад

I Love it,She's so blessed she had family to help.

@amandaloan5204 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing. Me and my husband has turned a shed into a tiny house. I love it, would never be able to go into a "regular size" home

@ccburgess3058 Год назад

I would love one on my property as a guest house! It’s amazing! ❤️

@johnnyray34 Год назад

I am very happy for her! I really enjoyed her simplistic vision and style!

@dianefaust6218 2 года назад

I love this beautiful, simple home. I'm a lover of cedar and I've used it around my home. Bugs do not like cedar. I would surround my home with cedar chips.

@SheilaR.08 2 года назад

It's nice! I'd skip the loft and set up a big daybed to use as a sofa and bed instead.

@michaelcasper4727 2 года назад

Charming, she mentions "keeping the clutter down" which gives the home an "elbow room" effect. Also, the open floor plan is modern, and the high ceiling eliminates the claustrophobic feeling that a tiny house usually has.

@Jennifr1966 Год назад

My husband and I spoke of getting a tiny house, but he had a terrible injury and is now an amputee, so we wouldn't be able to make the loft work. We've considered a single wide trailer, but I've read that isn't very safe. I've had this crazy idea, wondering about putting two tiny homes together, maybe with a breezeway, giving it the idea of a duplex. That's if we could do it cheaply enough -- not easy in 2022.. But that way, we could have more room for the two of us, plus (since we both have health issues) if the time comes that only one of us is left, we could sell one or else rent it out. Would that defy the point of having a tiny house to begin with? Do you think it could work?

@alexanderboyer7720 Год назад

Work from home. Who doesn't want that? I would consider it.

@alwayslernin4400 Год назад

What is not safe about a single wide trailer? It seems to me the smaller the place the more things you have close by to hang on to. Just my opinion.

@Cindy-lk6ry Год назад

This is becoming a well idea for this day and money being so hard to hang on to. Go folks Go!

@deehurley807 Год назад

I do believe that could absolutely work and for a positive outcome for you and your husband as well if you considered renting that other part out make sure you do it for a home health care provider take care for you and your husband but yet live on the property also a 24-hour Aid at your service and there is also don't be able to live at their job which is what we need in this day and age

@deehurley807 Год назад

I absolutely do know it would work out quite well in yourself and your husband's advantage by renting that other part out later down the road if be the case but to a healthcare worker or a home health aide that lives on the property like a mother-in-law suite, sort of , they would be at your service 24/7 as they should be. Muchhhh cheaper because you'd then be negotiating, room, food, etc. An allotment allowance

@bravo1oh1 2 года назад

Great production value. Very informative. I really want to get into homesteading. And it channel is really great. Love your enthusiasm

@samtx5518 2 года назад

Thanks Kristina 👏 roof is metal great news there and I’d rip off that siding and go with James Hardie (concrete substrate) siding. Love the video

@justthink5854 2 года назад

just house wrap and go over the exist. with the hardy plank

@KristinaSmallhorn 2 года назад

@@justthink5854 thank you.

@KristinaSmallhorn 2 года назад

Thank You for the advice for Ellen.

@maryriha 2 года назад

Maybe check under the existing siding to make sure there isn’t any mold, then putting it back on if ok, before covering with another siding. Every layer adds more R value and sound control.

@CreativeThinking52 Год назад

Absolutely beautiful home. Thank you for sharing. Have a great day. 👍

@charlamagnum 2 года назад

its so amazing how she looks so much younger too when she doesnt have to worry about drowning in debt and living a simple and nice lifestyle! Thank you def subbing to this channel!

@timnewman1172 2 года назад

Definitely change the siding, in my climate I would just nail it over the existing plywood but in high humidity there may need to be other considerations ...

@ninacarroll7737 2 года назад

Thank you for this presentation 🙏 I am looking into building or purchasing a tiny home. Also, I am diving into the unknown of the steps I need to take. It can be a bit overwhelming to process. As well as getting the help and best direction to take.

@darylvondunker327 2 года назад

Thank you are AWESOME to share this video! Thank you. I would do this in a heart beat.

@sciencenotstigma9534 Год назад

This is definitely more inspiring than the expensive tiny home videos!

@ClassicRoyal 2 года назад

I’ve been curious about this! I’d be like this sweet lady! I’m a researcher and less than 5 yrs to retirement. We have family land so I just need to figure out what aim going to do! Your channel has been fabulous and very informational for me!

@kenolaricot2457 2 года назад

Ellen is awesome and honest I love what she has done to her tiny home. 💕💕❤💕

@miataman1985 Год назад

Awesome interview and very informative. Thank u

@kadibest1394 5 месяцев назад

I am 73 and doing it. After 7 years of being a nomad vanlifer, bought some land in FL and a 12x24 shed. She is a work in progress, learning as I go but I am loving the new experience.

@yvonnedavis3616 2 года назад

Hi Ellen , I live in the city up North and found spraying Dawn liquid detergent on the termites killed them. I didn't feel as bad as using chemicals because Dawn at least helps the ducks.

@PhoticsTV 2 года назад

Nice video and the house looks cozy. People are mentioning the danger of the ladder to the bed. Maybe a convertible couch might work better. It's a shame this is so hard to do. The granny pod / tiny house makes a lot of economic sense, way better than shipping off your relatives to nursing homes. Families should stay close, but this is nice as you have your own private space that's easy to clean and cheap to heat. Also, I liked seeing the small tankless water heater and dehumidifier. That's interesting!

@mattski1979 Месяц назад

Love your video. Never seen one this absolutely thorough with the details. Ellen seems like a sweetheart. Fantastic video. Thumbsed up and subscribed.

@hidesertmusic Год назад

Great job Ellen! You did an admirable job.

@cheri6174 2 года назад

There is a big part of you that wants this one day. Maybe for vacation or maybe your little hideout. Now if we can just get this going in all states.

@debvale5750 2 года назад

Great and informative video! My husband and I talk about doing this when we get into our late 50's (we are currently in our early 40's) and just like Ellen we are novices and would have to just jump into it. I absolutely love her home and she is such an inspiration! Thank you for for your amazing videos, you are also an inspiration, Kristina! :)

@KristinaSmallhorn 2 года назад

Thank you for watching and your kind words.

@ellenroyal 2 года назад

Thank you!!!

@beastman997 7 месяцев назад

So glad I found this video. My father and I are planning to build him something similar and we are from Louisiana as well, so the information is super useful!

@AnnieinKC 2 года назад

Wow, absolutely LOVED THIS! I need to get busy and just DO THIS! Smiles, Annie

@amyholley4331 2 года назад

I absolutely love it! It's so cute! And she seems like such a vibrant and fun person! Wishing her all the best!

@deborahkrystynak1154 Год назад

I turned 67 last February. Just discovering the shed to home idea and would love to have my own! I live in Colorado but could move to MI onto my cousins land. thank you for making this video! Hope to hear from you !! Deborah

@bethdumont9020 2 года назад

Insurance in a hurricane area is problematic, no matter the size & construction of the home. We have the same issue in cyclone 🌀 areas of Queensland, Australia. My house & contents premium jumped by $100/month post a cat 5 cyclone in 2011, and the increase was predominantly cover on the house itself, not the contents. When Insurance companies are far more concerned with return to shareholders than covering you should the event you are paying to get cover on occur.