What is a Carbon Footprint
What is a carbon footprint, how does it affect us, and what can you do to help?
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Sustainability
What is sustainability? How does it affect me? What does it have to do with tiny living?
Understanding Tiny House Systems: Toilets, Tanks, Power, and Water
How do utilities work in Tiny Houses on wheels?
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What does it mean to live off-grid?
Off-grid living has been growing in popularity in recent years. There are different interpretations of what off-grid living is; however, generally, 0ff-grid living implies that where you live is not connected to the electrical grid. This means that people that live off-grid must use some form of renewable energy if they wish to have electricity.
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The Coolest Tiny Home Customizations
At B&B, all of our tiny houses are customizable to your preferences. That means that you get to pick all of the finishes in your tiny house. Check out some of our customers’ favorite features and add-ons below. Solar Panels Solar panels can be fully installed on your tiny house for as little as $10,000.
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What’s the Best Size Tiny House for Travel?
Tiny Houses on Wheels are sized for the road. An 8 1/2 foot width is standard in tiny houses because that’s the maximum width that can safely travel down roads without an oversize permit. We also build some tiny houses on wheels 10+ feet wide as Park Model RVs and procure oversize permits in every
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Are Composting Toilets Allowed in Massachusetts?
Composting toilets and greywater systems can be a great solution for how to deal with waste water. But are you allowed to use them on your own land in MA? Spoiler alert: Like pretty much every code, there’s not a single easy answer that applies everywhere. According to mass.gov, for residential homes: “Title 5 (310
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Grid-Tied vs. Off-Grid Solar Power in Tiny Homes
Picking the Best Solar Power Option Many tiny home owners chose to adopt the minimalist lifestyle in order to live more sustainably. Solar panels offer a great form of renewable energy, but there are many considerations that you will need to keep in mind before you decide if solar power is the right option for
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4 Ways to Get Water Into Your Tiny Home
Figuring out which water system will fit your tiny home best may seem like a stressful task, but it’s actually more straightforward than you’d expect. Deciding on the best system for you depends on things like the location you’re planning to live, budget, and even level of sustainability that you wish to achieve. Options
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How Do I Get Power & Water To My Tiny House? All About Tiny House Hookups
Hooking up a tiny house to power, fresh water, and waste water is easy– just plug and play! From left: the tiny house power source, an extension cord with an adapter to fit into any three-pronged outlet; the water hose inlet; and covered outdoor outlets for all your chili-pepper-string-light needs. Not pictured: grey and black water
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