What are the disadvantages of building a cob house?
• Resellability – With any other alternative house building types, you might have a problem reselling a house that is “different” from the norm. In most cases, the occupants who build alternative homes are usually building them for a lifetime, but if plans change and you need to sell, it may take longer to find a buyer. • Building Permits – As with all alternative building methods, you might run into some problems with local building codes. The walls are the biggest hurdle. The rest of the house is built using conventional building methods, but getting approval for the mud walls might be a problem. • Financing – Cob homes are quite unique to say the least. Uniqueness is not a word that lending institutions like to hear. But why would you want to finance a cob house in the first place? It’s probably the least costly house you could build and the cash outlay is minimal. • Durability (It depends) – Cob does need to be protected from the elements. A large roof overhang will protect the wal
