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What is it like to live in a sod house?

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It is a very rustic way to live. There is no plumbing, water etc.

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Can I use sod from a sod farm?

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Yes, it is better quality than regular sod.

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How long does it take to build a sod house?

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Probably a couple months for it to be fully completed.

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How many square feet of land do I need to harvest the sod from for a 12' x 16' house?

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Using 2 sq ft/linear ft or run (12+12+16+16) is 56 sq ft per course. Then overall height (e.g 8 ft) divided 4" height per course gives you 24 courses needed. 24 * 56 is 1344 sq ft for was and potentially another 56 sq ft for the roof, therefore requiring 1400 sq ft of sod.

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What roofing materials can I use in sod house construction?

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You don't need any, as long as you have the piece of wood under the grass roof.

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Is building sod houses illegal?

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Yes, it is illegal in Alabama, Florida, Maine, Kentucky, and Texas.

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Why are the sod blocks inverted when placed?

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It will help to keep the walls strong and allows for the door and windows to be steady.

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Does grass grow on the outside walls of a sod house?

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Yes, it does most of the time. Sometimes you might see a sod house without grass on outside; usually they are not fully developed yet or they built it at the wrong time.

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