Comments for Earth Sheltered

Comment on What I Have Learned So Far by certified energy auditor

certified energy auditor — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 03:37:09 +0000

You may need to put a positive side waterproofing sealant on all the surrounding surfaces in order to minimize the condensation.

Comment on Repurposing by Admin

Admin — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 14:11:33 +0000

Good morning, Gene! I am happy to answer any questions I can or at least try to point you in the right direction. I have a little access to Byll and Cheryl. I will see if they would pop over here and answer any questions you have for them or give you a way to contact them.

~Michelle

Comment on Repurposing by Gene

Gene — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 11:47:22 +0000

Hi Michelle,

For years I have been planning a mostly self built self directed earth berm home. Last Fall I had the side hill dug out and earthwork done. I cam across your site and Byll and Cheryl’s videos. I have lots of questiions for you both. Is it Ok if I ask you some about your home and also do you know how I could contact Byll or Cheryl? I like their roof particularly and want to go the next step by installing a living roof on it if possible. Hope to hear from you. gc

Comment on Double Shed Berm in Maine by mainer

mainer — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 00:42:11 +0000

with awning windows, they would still have to be cranked open

Comment on Double Shed Berm in Maine by Admin

Admin — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 23:10:00 +0000

Ah, I see. How high are those windows? Would awning windows been easier?

Comment on Double Shed Berm in Maine by mainer

mainer — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 22:59:12 +0000

the thoughts with the windows as they are is that we could open them and let natural convection take humidity and heat out, but with the back roofline, getting a ladder up there to open them with toilet, vanity, w/d in the way is not the best option, if I had to do it again I would go with a traditional roof and solar tubes

Comment on Double Shed Berm in Maine by Admin

Admin — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 22:20:10 +0000

Thanks for chiming in, Mainer! I don’t know how I messed that one up. I am so sorry. All is fixed.

I read somewhere that you said if you did it again, you would go with a more traditional roof and just add light tubes (I think that was it) to the back rooms. Could you elaborate on that thought? Why the change in preference?

Comment on Double Shed Berm in Maine by mainer

mainer — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 21:10:50 +0000

it’s 24×40, any questions about the house just ask

Comment on Earth Shelter Project Michigan – Episode 14 after Shotcrete by Adam HHG

Adam HHG — Sat, 22 Jan 2011 20:57:17 +0000

It’s great to have my bro Jason up there, better known as ‘The Rev’. Having an extra person on the team has really helped us to get more efficient. You can bet that we are going to try to capture on video the crazy stuff that happens with our every day work up there.

Thank you to all who are following the project, it is very exciting for all of us when we know that people care about what we do!

Comment on Earth Shelter Project Michigan – Episode 14 after Shotcrete by Admin

Admin — Sat, 22 Jan 2011 18:34:08 +0000

Thanks for watching, Dawn. I am just waiting for Adam to upload the next episode. In this episode you will watch them break some granite for the bathroom floor, quite interesting.

Comment on Earth Shelter Project Michigan – Episode 14 after Shotcrete by Dawn Vanneste

Dawn Vanneste — Sat, 22 Jan 2011 18:17:11 +0000

A group of us at work have been following the progress of your “Earth Shelter Project Michigan” and look forward to each new episode.

Comment on Earth Shelter Project Michigan – Episode 14 after Shotcrete by Debbie Young

Debbie Young — Mon, 17 Jan 2011 21:47:33 +0000

The shower is awesome! And Jason looks like a fabulous addition to the team.

Comment on Earth Shelter Project Michigan – Episode 12 After Shotcrete by Admin

Admin — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 00:00:29 +0000

Thanks for doing what you do, Adam. I have enjoyed getting to watch your work and getting to know you a bit. I hope one day you will consider me a friend as well as a fan. Here’s to a great, exciting, inspiring 2011! ~Michelle

Comment on Earth Shelter Project Michigan – Episode 12 After Shotcrete by Admin

Admin — Sun, 09 Jan 2011 23:58:25 +0000

Martin, so glad you found this site! Your work is amazing. I can’t wait to see it in person on my next visit up there. ~Michelle

Comment on Earth Shelter Project Michigan – Episode 12 After Shotcrete by Martin LaPrise

Martin LaPrise — Fri, 24 Dec 2010 23:21:16 +0000

Hey Adam,

That was awesome, Thank you so much for doing this cant wait to show everyone

Thanks Again for letting me be a part of this