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An entire chapter is devoted to “The Hotly Debated, Often-distorted Question of Cost,” so here we will only point out that the materials used to create bale walls are less expensive than other common wall systems. By doubling as both wall structure and insulation, they play a dual role at a very reasonable cost. Whether you can translate this lower cost into a less expensive building project will be determined by your particular plans and how you realize them.

A significant cost advantage can be realized if you raise your own walls without the assistance of professional builders. It takes much less specific knowledge to build a bale wall than a wooden-framed wall, and you can save money by doing it yourself.

Cost will always be an important factor as we consider different building possibilities in this book. Our aim is to help you to build to your needs while meeting your particular budget requirements.