Building Alaska

On a remote island in Alaska, Bob May tears down one cabin and begins construction on a new one.

The challenges of building in southern Alaska include shoddy lumber, bad weather, and curious bears.

The walls are put up, and rough wiring and plumbing are underway, but the grind is getting to Bob.

A sub-contractor fails to show up for weeks pushing Bob further behind schedule. Meanwhile, Bob and his brother Rick contend with some furry troublemakers of the job site that are chewing through hoses, cables, and grocery bags.

Living this far off the grid, you need to be self-sufficient, whether using recycled oil, or installing hydro and wind energy systems. The insulation delays continue as Bob May waits for a delinquent subcontractor.