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The Best Episodes of Building Off the Grid Season 8

Every episode of Building Off the Grid Season 8 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Building Off the Grid Season 8!

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Adventurers and their teams battle Mother Nature to build unique homes in remote areas. From unpredictable weather to encroaching wildlife, will they build in time to beat their deadlines?

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Building Off the Grid Season 8 Episode 1 - Solar-Powered Abode
    8.1/10(7 votes)

    #1 - Solar-Powered Abode

    S8:E1

    Montana for Earthship enthusiast Jeff Saad. Michael and his crew battle nature and time to try and complete this amazing house on Building Off the Grid.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Building Off the Grid Season 8 Episode 2 - Pacific Coast Perch
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #2 - Pacific Coast Perch

    S8:E2

    Mark Smith builds an off-grid modular home perched high on a cliff off the coast of Vancouver, Canada; the pressure is on as even the smallest mistake can result in the home tumbling 85 feet down into the ocean.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Building Off the Grid Season 8 Episode 3 - West Coast Island Getaway
    3.4/10(15 votes)

    #3 - West Coast Island Getaway

    S8:E3

    A family attempts to build a 400-square-foot cabin situated on a small island in Northern Idaho; access to the property is limited, and rough waters make it difficult to bring materials in; it's a race to the finish as winter hits the island early.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Building Off the Grid Season 8 Episode 4 - Vermont Stone House
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #4 - Vermont Stone House

    S8:E4

    Novice builder Danny Clark attempts to construct a 600-square-foot stone cabin in Vermont’s White River Valley; the home is sure to be a true work of art, but his inexperience, the harsh winter and the unusual architecture push him to his limits.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Building Off the Grid Season 8 Episode 5 - Carolina Catamaran
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #5 - Carolina Catamaran

    S8:E5

    A couple constructs an upcycled off-grid homestead deep in the sprawling South Carolina islands; plans for the catamaran-style home include a luxury yacht aesthetic, but the couple must build during hurricane season to meet their deadline.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Building Off the Grid Season 8 Episode 6 - Ozark Mountain Lodge
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #6 - Ozark Mountain Lodge

    S8:E6

    An adventurous couple builds a home with self-sustaining features near the Ozark National Forest. And while they both have renovation experience, building on the dangerous mountainside terrain in a location plagued by flash foods will be a challenge.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Building Off the Grid Season 8 Episode 7 - California Cob House
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #7 - California Cob House

    S8:E7

    A group of off-grid-living enthusiasts come together to build a 300-square-foot bungalow. With a variety of eco-friendly features, including a solar-powered water pump, this house is a welcome addition to the environmentally friendly community.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Building Off the Grid Season 8 Episode 8 - Hudson Valley Retreat
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #8 - Hudson Valley Retreat

    S8:E8

    Peter and Ashley Jensen build a sustainable straw bale panel house in the Hudson Valley -- the first of its kind in the States. With only three months to work, the race against nature is as they attempt to finish before the East Coast winter sets in.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Building Off the Grid Season 8 Episode 9 - Montana Mountain Modern
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #9 - Montana Mountain Modern

    S8:E9

    A father-son duo builds an off-grid home in Montana's Flathead Valley. The 720-square-foot stick-frame home takes advantage of the mountain winds using a wind-turbine generator for power and features plenty of upcycled materials from the surrounding area.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Building Off the Grid Season 8 Episode 10 - Hawaii Dome House
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #10 - Hawaii Dome House

    S8:E10

    A mother-and-son team pulls up stake from the crowded confines of Orange County to build an off-grid family commune outside Keaau, Hawaii. With the help of skilled aircrete instructor, the duo overcomes a learning curve to make a dream come true.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 8 Ratings Summary

"Solar-Powered Abode" is the best rated episode of "Building Off the Grid" season 8. It scored 8.1/10 based on 7 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/10/2020. This episode is rated 8.1 points higher than the second-best, "Pacific Coast Perch".