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What are the different types of coverages in a Tiny House policy? What are the different types of coverages in a Tiny House policy?
Hello,
Our policy is a very unique policy which is not offered with major insurance companies. What makes our policy different is that it is a homeowners policy where we can insure non-certified, certified, RVIA, Non-RVIA, and self built tiny homes.
We insure on replacement cost verses Actual Cash V... more
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If I want to build a tiny house as a second home, what kind of storage would you recommend for things like bikes and skis and kayaks if if I don't want to bring them home each trip? If I want to build a tiny house as a second home, what kind of storage would you recommend for things like bikes and skis and kayaks if if I don't want to bring them home each trip?
Great question! Storage is a key consideration for any residents, whether it be primary, secondary, or purely recreational.
When it comes to a movable tiny house, storage is at a premium for even the most critical items, so anything large, oversized, or otherwise unwieldy becomes a challeng... more
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For a newly designed tiny home, where would you recommend storage for skis and mountain bikes? For a newly designed tiny home, where would you recommend storage for skis and mountain bikes? (read more)
If you have the ability, storage for large hobby and outdoor items should be considered before the house is designed and built. Clever storage for oddly shaped items can be creatively designed in the floor, loft, or other custom cabinetry. If you are moving into your tiny house without specific id... more
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Is it more expensive to build a tiny home that will be off-grid? Is it more expensive to build a tiny home that will be off-grid?
Yes, it will be more expensive to build a tiny home that is off-grid. This is for two reasons:
1. Determining your off-grid needs and designing a utility system that fits your house, your layout, and your unique utility access will take more time than designing a simple plug-and-play on-grid util... more
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Do composting toilets for tiny homes work better in hot or cold weather climates? (or does it not matter?) Do composting toilets for tiny homes work better in hot or cold weather climates? (or does it not matter?)
The Nature's Head can be used in all climates. The composting process in the solids bin will stop during very cold weather when the material reaches 32° F (0° C). The biological process of composting decomposes organic material under aerobic (oxygen is required) conditions, promoting the growth of... more
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Is certification necessary for tiny homes? If not, what are the benefits of certification? Is certification necessary for tiny homes? If not, what are the benefits of certification?
Certification may be necessary depending on the jurisdiction where you are placing your tiny home. Most people that want their tiny home certified to the RV standard do so to be able to bring the tiny house into parks that require RV certification. Having your tiny home certified may also give you... more
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How does the weight of a steel framed tiny house compare with the weight of a wooden framed house? How does the weight of a steel framed tiny house compare with the weight of a wooden framed house?
Simply put, you can expect a weight savings of 40-60% depending opn the complexity of the framing. A single Volstrukt stud, when compared to a wooden stud, is about 40% lighter.
The greater weight savings comes from our ability to provide structural headers using a truss design rather than an ext... more
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Do Nature's Head toilets require any sort of substrate to process the waste? Do Nature's Head toilets require any sort of substrate to process the waste?
Yes. Either organic sphagnum peat moss or organic coco coir will work well. Composting requires aerobic bacteria to work. An aerobic organism survives and grows in an oxygenated environment. Oxygen is the key ingredient that allows aerobic bacteria to break down waste quick... more
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