Building Off the Grid

A Georgia couple is ready to tackle their next off-grid build: the ultimate watchtower guest house in the Blue Ridge Mountains. However, building 30 feet off the ground presents its challenges and leaves them wondering if they can complete the project.

A family of four is building a luxury glamping escape overlooking the Texas Hill Country, but the build process is anything but glamorous. With the rain, challenging terrain and critters, they must work together to get to the finish line.

A family of eight sets out to build an underground home in the rolling foothills of Idaho, but Mother Nature has other plans for them. Before they even pour concrete, they face a decision that will make or break their build.

An eclectic builder is ready to take on his next challenge of constructing a Greek cottage in the East Tennessee Valley. When turbulent weather turns his build site into a mud pit, he questions whether or not his vision will ever become a reality.

An Indiana farming family combines old with new to create a grain bin retreat on their busy working farm. They're up against snow, wind and freezing temperatures as they race to complete their build before farming season begins.

After experiencing a devastating tornado, a family wants to build an off-grid retreat overlooking Tennessee's Ocoee River. As amateur builders, they must rely on the help of friends and family, and each other, to reach the finish line.

A couple looks to bring the shores of Key West to their donkey sanctuary in Missouri. Despite having experience with building off-grid properties, they face new challenges as they attempt to construct a double container home deep in the woods.

A couple plans to build a unique outdoor living space in Colorado by using donkeys to get materials to the top of their steep build site. When their plans go haywire, however, they are left scrambling for solutions to finish the project.

A family of three in the North Georgia mountains are building a unique, geodesic dome home at the top of their property. After endless rainstorms, their build site becomes nearly inaccessible and they question if their forever home will ever be completed.

An outdoor enthusiast works to build his dream retirement home in the Idaho mountains, but weather and material shortages slow his timeline. As things get back on track, he receives devastating news that brings his build to a grinding halt.