BaseCamp WNC

Got a new post on the Carolinahomesteadplanner.com site called Adding water cisterns to a low production well . Read the full post by heading on over here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zf8pSuFxkfo

Got a new post on the Carolinahomesteadplanner.com site called Wireless water level indicator for water storage . Read the full post by heading on over here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4M54hbME3IM

Got a new post on the Carolinahomesteadplanner.com site called A combination of springwater and low producing wells  . Read the full post by heading on over here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gtqe-20EtAs

Welcome back to Base Camp WNC! As promised, I’m doing a quick video on this device called the Pump Saver . I picked it up on Amazon for around $389. We're currently in a house with a low-producing well — about half a gallon per minute. The property is rented out, and they have a water system set up that makes it workable. But they had a major issue before: the well would keep running dry. With such low output, the well could only produce about 100 to 150 gallons before running dry. That led to frequent pump problems. This is where the Pump Saver comes in. It monitors the electrical current going to the pump. When the water level drops too low, the current changes — and the device automatically shuts off the pump to prevent damage. Let me take you inside and show you how it works... I've already removed the cover, and you'll see I put a piece of tape over the green indicator light — it was interfering with the camera. To calibrate it, simply turn this screw to “...

Got a new post on the Carolinahomesteadplanner.com site called Well pump protection for low water . Read the full post by heading on over here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3coyJ6crq6Q

Welcome back to Base Camp WNC! About two years ago, I began a water project for a client—today, that same client is completing his dream cabin. Now nearly finished, this charming retreat will soon be available as an Airbnb, offering the perfect mountain getaway whenever the owner isn’t using it. If you’re searching for peace, comfort, and beauty near Mountain City, Tennessee, this might be your ideal destination. The cabin is almost move-in ready, with just a few final touches left. Let’s take a look inside and around the property. Outside, you’ll find a spacious deck perfect for taking in the views, a convenient parking area, and a cozy fire pit ready for cool mountain evenings. Down below, there’s a 1,500-gallon water tank, and plans are in motion for an additional deck featuring a spring-fed cold plunge pool and a sauna. For those who love breathtaking scenery, this spot is truly special. Inside, the cabin is fully equipped with modern amenities. The kitchen includes a sle...

Got a new post on the Carolinahomesteadplanner.com site called Cabin in the mountains of Tennessee . Read the full post by heading on over here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CABkkHRTgGM