Your Log Home

While log homes can provide a quaint retreat from the stresses of the modern lifestyle and a strikingly gorgeous fulltime residence, they face a unique set of maintenance challenges compared to houses made from more protected, permanent substances such as brick or stucco. When the leaves start to darken from green to red or amber, it would be an ideal time to do a routine annual check up on your home.Step 1: Scouring over you’re the exterior walls of your home, be on the lookout for any indicators of insect infestation. A series of smaller holes surrounded by wood shavings are often left behind by wood feasting bugs and serve as a tell tale sign your home may be in need of some insect control. You should also be wary of any log discoloration which could signify a potential mold problem. (more…)

You’ve planned out every detail of the cabin you’ve always dreamed of, but one seemingly obvious question is often overlooked by first time log home builders. What type of wood is right for you? Building a cabin is not quite the simplistic process you remember from playing with your Lincoln Logs. There are many different varieties of tree used to make a cabin, each giving it a certain feel or quality to suit the owner’s need. Here is a look at some of the benefits a few of the popular wood types offer:White Pine Log homes made from white pine are among the more common log built dwellings , particularly in the eastern United States. This wood runs in a lighter color, generally ranging from a pale, off-white color to a slightly darker yellow or brown. It is also relatively inexpensive, considering the quality. Its low density leads to durability in both warmer and cooler temperatures making it an very reasonable choice for people building seasonal homes. (more…)