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Home by PrecisionCrafeand MIN.T_ Architects PHOTO: Roger Wade also in this issue 98 Free-Information Guidd 100 Floor Plan Gallery 128 Handcrafters' Gallery 12 Architects & Designers Directory 133 Log Home Company Directory 150 Builder/Dealer Marketplace 156 Products & ServicesNorthern White Cedar is at the heart of everything at Katahdin Cedar Log Homes. We know cedar: scientifically proven to have superior resistance to aging, insects, rot, cracking, shrinkage, heat and cold when compared fo pine. We know where to find it in sustainable forests, how fo use every bit of the free and save the very finest for our beautiful log homes. We make more cedar log homes than anyone in the US, and the most cedlar fence onywhere, That makes Katahdin the largest primary processor of Northern White Cedar in the world. So what does that mean to you? 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To find that special place in the New World that would sup: port themand their families. place they could, through honest labor, make thetr ‘own and pass along to their children, When they found such a place, these pioneers needed to provide shelter Ay as quickly as they could, So, they used the most convenient and abundant rial they e Id find: tres. building Trees are casy to cut down, quick to fashion and form, relatively lightweight for heavy load bearing, flexible in th many uses and a constantly renewable resource, There were not many things the settler needed that could not be made of wood in some form: forts, ho es, boats, wagons, fences, tools, house: wares, furniture, weapons, wheels, sheds, beds ~ the list is endless, Having to make do with whatever they had at hand, the pioneers were fortunate that what was at hand of wood. isan endless supply Pioneer builders weren't architects, neers or experienced contractors, but they used common sense, lots of UO | toe monte tums | 2016 ANNUAL BUYER'S cUIDE muscle and the abundant buildin rial to construct the best homes they ‘could with what they had. Ath might regard them as primitive because they lacked the essentials of comfort that we nov take for granted, back then they met the family’s needs for safety and shelter. What's more, their stacked construction was ingenious and simple. Although times ha changed, one thing log home has stayed the same, Build today is still ingenious and homes now combine pioneer-provenie 30x50 + 2,640 Sq. Ft. Dry Logs Are Better Shae acess Always the Best Materials, he the Best Price & the Best Value! I | : ores Call Our Log Home Experts 1-800-308-7505 iE www.cove ntrylo fe} ho mes.com COVENTRY Loc Homes, ING “| 108 South Court Street + Woodsville, New Hampshire 03785 {B00 00-7605 | tSbO7aratTY | enear Saud faxbuilding methods with the latest tech nology and manufactured materials to create bigger, stronger homes that are comfortable, energy efficient and up-to date in every way. Log homes are especially suited to the American character because they have always been and will continue to be very personal places. They express ‘the individual tastes and lifestyle of their Today's log homes provide more than shelter. They represent a concerted effort to get back to nature and simpler times, Many owners who initially build log homes as their getaways wind up moving there permanently because liv Ing there seems like a perpetual vacation, ‘The log home represents their desire to be as elose as possible to the openness ‘of nature and the simple joy of living in harmony withit.Alog home isa solid link with America’s pioneer heritage. Like individuals, a log home stands apart, isstrikingand distinetiveout ward appearance projects an instantaneous aura of warm hospitality and cozy lv ing where family and friends can enjoy themselves. Most homes are builtin pie turesque settings with plenty of room and great views, log home is another ‘outward symbol of the American nocd forlotsoflivingspace and self-expression, ‘This vision of warm hospitality and comfortable Friendliness has been trans- ferredl into larger log structures. Today, conference centers, clubhouses, restau- rants, condominiums, office buildings, motels and entire resorts are built af logs toconvey thatwarm, cozy and personable Fecting that says, “Welcome With thei anythin ability to improve on almost roughtdevelop: Americanshavel ment ofthe log home into the 21st century Youdon'thave tobuild with whatever trees happen tobe losesttowhereyouwantyour home to be the way the pioneers did. You can choose the species of wood you want, aswell as hovritisprepared. Someof the more popular wood spe- cies for log homes are white pine, lodge- pole pine, red pine, southern yellow pine, ponderosa pine, white cedar, west: cern red cedar, incense cedar, eypress, redwood, Douglas fir, eastern fir, hem= lock, lareh, eastern spruce, Engelmann oak and walnut, Each wood has its own look and characteristies that contribute toward its appeal ‘The pioneers built as best they could with axes, saws, rope, hide, clay, vines, spru pegs and dowels, setting one rough logon top of another until they got the walls as high as they wanted. Today, some hand- crafters prepare logs inthe pioneer tradi- tion, but most logs are delivered to the homesite havingbeen prepared with pre- cision manufacturing equipment. They are uniformly milled to strit tolerances ‘with integral tongue-and-groove align ment for wal stability and strength. Logs incorporate integral drip edges, high efficiency insulating foam and long-last- ing caulk and chinking to keep out the ‘weather. Long steel lag screws, through bolts and other fasteners anchor one level ‘of logs to the other. Various methods of allowing forlogsottling resultin fog walls that are stronger, straighter and sturdier Logs come in various sizes with dis- tinctive inside and outside profiles and different eorner details to suit individ tastes. These logs are eut to the precise measurement nceded for the specific design. The builder follows a detailed construction manual to assemble the home, ‘Today, most log-home manufacturers ‘combine milled logs with other inspeet- ced construction materials and assembly hardware in numbered packages that are wrapped ina protective eoveringand dlivered dircetly to the home site. Some manufacturersprovidepackagescomplete § ‘with flooring, windowsanddoors,roofing #Cea eS a er Erte ldcaigned and built extraordinary hand crafted homes. Merced neat POee Kea ctand other finishing features. These mam Factured logpackagesoften makeit easier and fastertoconstruct towhatever degree ‘of completion the owner desires, leaving builders to concentrate on building the home without concerning themselveswith preparing the logsand other materials This planning saves time, trouble and, In some cases, money for home owners. Knowing exactly what you're getting for your money in the begin: hing greatly reduces the possibility of unpleasant surprises later Log homes ean be built and finished toexactspecifications(so-calledturnkey construction), or they can be built to a certain degree of completion by a con: tractor and finished by the homeowner: Homeowners may choose to have the plumbing and electrical subcontracted, 14 | toe moms nrvme for example, while they finish the inte rior walls, flooring, closets, cabinets and counters themselves. This versatility allows homeowners the opportunity to put some of themselves into completion of their home. Homeowners gain the sat- isfaction of active involvement and can honestly say, “built it myself!” Intheirhurry to provideimmediate shel ter, thepioneersweren'table to give much thought to architectural design, appear: mforts. Today's log also live ance and creature & hhomes function well, but th ‘well. Design flexibility optimizes interior space, Materialslike stone and gla bin with the logs to dd aesthetie impact. Archit tie cabins of long ago and answer the eetural styles mimic U needs of homeowners who want a home that is more contemporary looking, By adapting the character of logs to suit their preferences, homeowners gain a comforting sense of living in complete harmony with the surrounding natural ‘environment. Serving as both personal refuge and safe harbor i times of perpetual ‘change, log homes have stood the test of 1¢ and will be around for many more generations. Their style and sturdiness will outlast you. They are a valued asset that you can pass along to your children and their children, They bespeak both personal pride and national heritage. ‘The ultimate appeal of a log home is, that you can build it your way. That con- ceptwill never goout ofstylewae What you see is beautiful. What you don't see is spectacular... Timber Block offers many stock designs that can be modified to create your dream home. We also have one eran ata niente Suit ures eda waar ft) our revolutionary R-30 or R-36 insulated walll system.PLANNING = See ae —— Sgt A DREAM TO REALITY Understanding the process can clear the path to log-home ownership. veryone that now lives in a log home has overcome two ‘major obstacles: (I) the log: home buying process itself and (2) their budget. While the ob- stacles may seem obvious, methods of not surmounting them may Tf owning a log home were as easy as walking into a sales representative's office with a Floor plan and a checkbook, the hillsides and meadows of America would be blanketed with log homes. Unfortunately, obtaining log home is ‘more complicated than buying a conven: tional home, Buying Reality When conventional-homebuyersso house hunting, they either employ a realtor or wade through classified ads and real estate directories. They look at finished homes and builders models or renderings. At the most, they maychoose alot point ata picture or visit a model, note afew modifications (onlyafewehangesallowed) audlet thebuildertakeit from there. More often, they will visita finished house they like, make purchase offer and let the real toror real-est ttorney take over, For log-home buyers, the process involves finding land, selecting a floor plan, choosing a log-home company, find- ing a builder, obtaining financing and, oftentimes, arranging to hire subeom tractors or contributing thelr own labor In the case of log-home buyers, since they are operating outside of “normal” home-buying procedures, they will have to direct the entire process themselves, A realtor may help fin! land, and a log home representative may provide build- ing services (orat least offersuggestions), but working with the builder, the finance ‘company and the log-home company falls dircetly onthe buyer's shoulders, ‘The process of obt ning log home can bean obstacle, Preparation ean over- come it, You must be willing to accept the additional time and energy eommit- ments that the log-home buying process requires. Budget Reality Budgetingisanother potential obstacle to log-home ownership. Despite the efforts of Jog:-home manufacturers sales representa: Livesand log-home publications toexplain the casts involved in building a log home, UG | toe momen | 2016 ANNuaL BUYER'S GULOE many prospective log-home ownersenter- tainnotionsthatrangefrommild delusions tosheer fantasy. Many people think that they can obtain a large, custom-built log home, on rural acreage with private well andseptiesystem,forlessthan theeostoa modest town houseorasingle-familyhome inadevelopment, ‘There are three ways to deal with budget challenges. First, you can delude yourself, Thisisespe planning to contribute their own labor Some of these owner-builders believe that most of the price tag ofa turnkey, or finished, house comes from labor costs, which they ean avoid by doing the work themselves, aly likely for those ‘Their delusion about log-homecosts ‘comes from a general lack of knowledge about the house-building process. Just as we've lost touch with the processes that put food on our table, most of us no longer understand what is required to put a roof over our heads, Compli- cating this is that most of us are not willing to settle for the same roof that sheltered our grandparents. Today, log homes and housing in general are far = more complex. Lawn atRe ee a his modern adaptation ta rae oa eo ora eae creating your ideal Mountain Style Home gaia MOUNTAIN STYLE HOMES Bf: 0210) 6) (0) \ a ee ee aod 800.729.1320 www.PrecisionCraft.comTn reality, providing all the labor for your house (and not paying yourself for your time) may save you one-third the total price of a turnkey, contractor-built home. But thisisonly i'you are very good, very efficient and very organized, The I danger of deluding yourself comes when you manage to get yourself into the project and find yourself unable to complete it. This predicament happens frequently enough that many lenders list it as their main reason for refusing to a nit Toans to owner-builders. ‘The second way to deal with budget problems isto re-examine projected costs and realistically determine what ean be ceut without altering your basic dream house. Perhaps the deck ean be added later, the second story can be finished in your spare time after you move in or the Evaluate the cost of your must-have amenities, such as a soaking tub in the ‘master suite, and examine the price tag to figure out what luxury items you ean afford to include in your dream home. ‘whirlpool tub can be roughed-in for later installation, ‘These decisions can often help bring abudget-breaking house plan with son, But they usually work only when the budget is not too badly broken. And such measures mean accepting a house that, in your mind, is not truly complete — the legendary permanently unfinished house. Aftera while, it becomes annoying telling guests, “‘Phis is where the so-and- sowill be, and over there will be thesueh- sand-such, Redefining Reality ‘There isa third way tomakeyourlog-home dreameome true, evenin the face of mas- sivebudget discrepaney.Its simple, ee and comes with a host of other benefits. e’salso the least tried, Stated simply, re- define your dream, Since, for most people, loghomesrepresent more than just hous: ing, thisapproach meansexaminingyour lifestyle and priorities When 1 hhomes, I was amazed at the of people’ log-home dreams. The floor plans were different, but the size and the features were the same. T call them the "gotta-haves": “We gotta have 2,000 square feet, a loft, all tongue-and-groove ceilings, a glass wall, whirlpool, master suite with luxury bath, hardwood floors, te.” The price tag for such “gottarhaves” can run to well above $30,000, Twondered how e1 ing up with the same list until one day T realized it came straight from magazine ads and sales literature. I'm not protest- ing people’ “yotta-haves,” just pointing ‘out that if yours prevent you from own- ing a log home, what have you gained? Lursuriating in a whirlpool tub in a non- existent log home is much less satisfying than stepping from the shower of a real Jog home and hearing the chorus of night sounds drifting in the window on a sum mer evening. Perhaps a good way to evaluate your “gotta-haves" is to look at their real cost, not simply the price tag only the dollars spent paying for, main- ining, started selling Dut also the time required to perform all those tasks oF to earn the money to have them done Real Costs Consider a luxury tub og-home shopper does, What lv eost? Such a tub ean startat $2,500, To satisfy most tastes (and look like the magazine ads), the price tag is probably closer to $4,000. But what does Itveallycost? First, lets look at the mortgage. Since that tub is going to be amortized over 30 years at the prevailing interest rate, it ‘ould easily wind up costing twice itsprice tag. And this figure does not even count the water or the electreity used to fll and heat the tub while iin use, plus regular maintenance and the inevitable repairs, ‘Whatabout lofts? Lofts gowith cathe deal ceilings, which go with log homes. ‘They can be spectacular, delightful plac- cs. Butwhen youndd a loft and cathedral and it seems al- ceiling are the size of house required to get the same usable square footage. A 24-by-40-foot, two-story house contains 1,920 gross quate feet of usable area. If you leave a ao-by foot area out ofthe second floor to create a loft and cathedral eciling, you have reduced the usable square footage by 240, or 13 percent. You must increase the hhouse to 2,160 square Feet to achieve the ‘same amount of loor space ‘The cost ofthis additional spac be only slightly lower beeause, although you've eliminated some second-floor framing, you've added trim carpentry and finishing in the form of loft railings Also, a cathedral ceiling costs more to finish than a comparable area of flat ceil. ing. Assuming a bargain cost per square foot of $35 for that additional 240 square feet, your lof-cathedral ceiling will carry price tag of $8,400. Its real cost, as part ‘of the mortyage, will be roughly double that amount over 30 years. tility bills also will be higher in a house with large expanses of cathedral ceiling. Even using principles of solar design and energy efficiency insitingand Duillding the house, you will spend moreTTA Ta ete leitt) ie Pe erie yee Ty Lal STM eM let eRe Rass PS eyz iggy Peer aged ee DO ee Ur Se Oa eeeto heat snd cool it than a house of the same area without those features. More Inefficiency Many people cannot imagine a log home without fireplace. Butevenigh-efficien «fireplaces cannot begin to equal the ef ficiency ofa mediocre wood:-burningstov which ostsfarless.In truth, freplacesare tocnjoy fora fewhoursonblusterywinter evenings. Wood stoves, onthe otherhand, cem contribute substantially to heating a home. Ifyours is a wooded lot of any size area of moderate winters, vou may beable to provide several seasons of heat just from the trees cleared for the house sand the road. Don't forget to consider the eost of obtaining that wood. Many wood!-burn: inghopefulsinvest more than the eostof complete high-efficiency he in the tools required for cutting and split. ting wood, ing system they realize that there are things they enjoy more on 2 erisp autumn afternoon than the dros ‘odor of gasoline, Next, they discover that fof @ chain saw and the ‘8 house heated by wood cut by someone else is about th heat obtainable most expensive form of Finally, there are features like hard ‘wood flooring and tongue-and-xroove wall and ceiling coverings. These always substantially more expensive to install than their conventional counter parts: carpeting and drywall. Hardwood Mooring, installed and fished, tywo to three times the installed cost of top-grade carpet Tongue-and-groove costs. roughly four times what drywall does. "The mate ally more ay be Nials alone may run substan than the total cost of drywall installed ‘and painted, Tongue-and-groove has the mixed advantage and disadvantage providing a permanent finish, whereas drywall needs periodie painting or wall papering. From a maintenance stand: point, tongue-and-groove wins. But from, a decorators perspective, drywall offers the possibility of changing colors or wall- paper, This flexibility ean be important to someone planning on occupying the ne house for 20 years or more. Log:-home shoppers needn’tsettle for less in their dream home, but do consider the value of the features you want inde- pendently to avoid cither making your dream unattainable or saddling yourself ‘with a financial burden that makes your dream, once achieved, Impossible to enjoy. Paying for the Dream Finally, consider that the price tag is only 1 part of value. Remember Henry David ‘Thoreau definition: “The cost of a thing is theamount ofwhat Ialllife which isre- quitedtobeexchanged forit,immediately orinthe longrun A family ith a houschold ineome of 850,000 per year earns a gross salary ‘of $24404 per hour (based on a 40-hour Introducing The Next Generation Of Exceptional Wood Protection! : WOoODguard’ XL WOODguard’ SWO WwooDguara a + New Preservative System with ‘Two Synergistic Biocides ‘+ Longer-Lasting for 3-5 Years of Protection ‘+ Improved Vivid Colors for Cleaner, righter Finish Treatment = Ide: © Highlights Natural Gre _ Weeobsuard i) + Superior Penetrating, ly Suited for Pressure-Treated Logs, Water-Repellant eawork week), Commuting to and from work adds an average of five hours per week for most Americans, redueing their effective hourly wage to $21.87, of which bout a third will go for taxes. This leaves about $14.25 received foreach hour's work done. Considered this way, that luxury tub discussed earlier actually costs nearly {ovo hours of time from the homeowner's life per month, or roughly 18 work weeks ‘over the lifeof the mortgage Include the time spent cleaning the tub (a hhalEhour oF more per week, oF two-plus hours per month) oF the time spent carn: y to pay for the electricity h this cost against a con: isdoesnot ventional tub, Likewise, th cathedral ceiling and loft will roquire 4.5 hours of labor every. month, or almost one full year over the 30-year life of the mortgage. That may be worth it to you, but weigh it carefully against the other uses you might make of that money or the time it represents, ‘Many people whose budget is drast cally out of line simply choose to post- pone their log-home dream — “until we ‘ean afford it” But this raises final eon- sideration: the future affordability and availability ofloghomes, Land prices sky. roeket, building permitrequirementsand their associated bureaucracy iner dramatically, and lending requirements tighten drastically. These trends are not likely to reverse, even though mortgage interest rates and the construction mar~ ‘kot may rise and Fal, you are fortunate cenouigh to live in less developed arcas of the country, these trends may net affect you for some time. But many people may neverliveinaloghome land prices grow ster than their incomes. ‘Some people manage to pay for oth: crwise unaffordable homes by acting as their oven general contractor or provid ing their own labor. Mounting regulation of theconstruction industry and inereas- jetness by lenders is making this ing st trade-off more difficult exch day, howev- homeowners some municipal must have all mechanical work on their house performed by licensed profession- als, Onlya few banks will lend to owner- builders (not just for log homes but for any kind ofhome, For many people, there may never bbe a better time than now to buy a log home. This faet makes it especially important to consider the features the house contains and to evaluate their true cost. Examine your current life styleand the lifestyle you desirein order to avoid letting something with a high hidden cost prevent you from realizing your log-home dream. @ ~ sim Cooper Jim Cooper Gnfv@tallgrass-ine.com), the author of Log Homes Made Easy, is «a former general contractor and a LEED Accredited Professional who consults ja energy-efficient and sustainable building, + 20 Years of Proven Performance ++ Easy One-Coat Application + Exceptional Water Repellency © UV and Termite Protection i BEE Gone’ Insecticide Concentrate for Control Against Carpenter Bees and other ‘Wood-destroying Insects ‘For an export adviser, cal 1-800-524-1089 or cick www. Blarstowndlsiributrs.com wooo: iePLANNING MONEY MATTERS Forget what a log home costs. How much can you afford? henitcomestobuyinga oghome, most people's first question is: How much does one cost? ‘That shouldn't be your first question. Your first question should be: How much money can I spend? And if that isn’t enough, how much more can T get? With log homes, as so much else in life, money is the root of all frustration, Better to find out at the outset where you stand so that you'll be able to tailor your plan to buysand build your dream home to the reality ofyour circumstances. ni how much your log home costs (see the seeare many ways youcan control next chaptes). There aren't so many ways to got more money, What you have pus how much you can borrow equals your budget Everyone has a budget. Assuming yours will be limited, let's look at how things stack up, The math is simple, although the answormight notsatisfyyou. How much money do you have or expect to have: cash stuffed ina mat- tress, savings accounts. Don't inelude retirement savings, but do add any other redeemable assets, If your new home willbe your prima- ry residence, add the equity you expect from the sale of your existing home Gell- ing price less mortgage pay-off and Real tor’ fe), How much money Responsible lenders set a limit of 2.5 times your total household income. you've bought land and still owe on it subtract that, ‘The total is your home-building budget. IF i's $500,000 oF more, you're con your way. If it's less than $200,000, sou'renot realistically ready How can you improve your budget picture? Maybe the answer is adding assets, and not always more cash, Cone sider sweat eit, although these dais butldng the ome yoursclis essa mat- ter of hammering and sawing and more about managing the overall project. 1 you have earpentry skills or home-bld-enjectd bad tiem ing Pricing a Log Home Be realistic about your own abil Figuring your borrowing power and understanding the types of loans involved ties and the time you can spare to the in building a log home are relatively simple matters compared with trying to put project, however. Building a second 2 price tag on that home. Compounding the difficulty is the quest for an easy home two and a half hours from your answer. Everyone assumes there's a way to cut through the complication including primary residence might mean devot: the people seling the log homes. There isn. ing to oF three years of weekends The challenge begins withthe lag-home company thet sells materials pockag and summer evenings to completing s,ar kits. Whatever the kit price, it covers only 2 fraction of the materials needed the job. to.complete the home and doesnt include the labor to build. There is no relation And unless you're planning on a ship between the package price and total cast any more than there is between the bare-bones vacation cabin, you'll be flooring you choose and the finshed price. building @ modern, fully: equipped Matiptying the package price wortt get you inthe ballpark. Neither wil coming Up home. If you've never built an ordi with a cost per square foot. These estimating methods dort distinguish between levels nary house, think long and hard cof quality of materials and amenities or where the home's being bi. Custom ktchen before taking on the responsibility of cabinets cost more than stock, but they have no bearing on the package price ar the building your dream home. cost par square fat. Heber Springs, Arkansas, is @ whole lt cheaper to bulda homein Once you've made adjustments Breckenridge, Colarado, but ven in Heber Springs, costs can vary significant and know your budget, you can pres The only way to caleulte the price af alog home's to take the packoge price, cnt this figure to your designer, your including ony tax and devery charge, ond add the cost af materials not incu in builder and your logchome company the package, as wel asthe labor necessary to assemble and finish the house, And the Be candid when discussing your bud only way to learn these costs isto get estmates from suppliers and bids from contrac- set with these people. Their aim isto sand subcontractors. Obtaining these figures is detailed, time-consuming work work within your means. © ‘Andi cannot proceed in eernest until ou have inal construction drawings. = PRECISION ENGINEERING. 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It’s a two. dimensional picture that shows the relationships of rooms, their sizes and how they flow into each other. ‘The best part about this very important phase of thedesign process is that itlends itselfto frequent revisions without entail alledeustom Ingany cost. Infact, manyso plans areactually modified floorplans of alreadybuilthomes.Thisfact suggests that lfyoureuncertainhowaloghomemightbe Jaid out (fewer halls, open rooms, cte), vou may familiarize yourself with success! layouts, bothin thismagazine and on differ- centlog-home websites, ncludingourown (oghome.com/floorplans), where you'll Find thousands for all sizes and budgets ‘Meanwhile, here are 10 steps to design a ble plan for your home Chart your lifestyle. Consider the makeup of your family (adults only, adults and kids, aging parents), how you live (formal or easual, hectic or relaxed), whether you like toentertain or have spe- cial hobbies that require dedicated space. A lifestyle outline will tell you how you feel about your home and its basie plan. For instance, casual couple wont need a {ormal entry or dining room, while high- ‘octane families might eonsider including cozy, tranquil spaces to regroup, Size things up. Diggeris'talways better, It does cost more, however, So before you jump on the wasted-space bandwagon, make sure the number, type and size of rooms reflect what wil take place within them. Think of your rooms asactivity zoness instead of kitchen" and “living room,” for example, think “eook- Add these areas to 20 percent more space to aecount for walls and traffic flow, ing” and “family time: together and tack on roughly 1 Account for extras tural components are integral to your home, but they'also tend to hog space {and cost money), Some popular elements: ‘window seats, large windows, vaulted ceil ings, log beams and trusses, dormers and hipped or gabled roof’, Architee- Map out a plan. Organize your list of activities and rooms into a house based on how you'Tluse them, Start by breaking down your list into private ‘and conmmmunal activities and where in the house they should take place. Then draw a bubble diagram by grouping bub= bles representing rooms according, towhere you want them to be positioned. ‘Then square off the bubbles to create 4 rough floor plan, adding space For walls Compromise, Balancing size, quality and budget is e unless you have unlimited resources, the reality is that you can’t always have what you want,So make cuts that work for your lifestyle, whether that means shaving off square footage, minimizing special fea tures orredueing quality (be careful with this last one; there are some things you shouldn't skimp on, such as windows and doors). [you findyourselfhavingtomake nti, 80 too many compromises, consider looking foradditional financial resources. Show, don't tell. Convey your ideas to your designer and builder with a notebook of clippings or down: loads ofhomes and features that speak to you. This collection will give profession: als an idea of how you want your home to look and an indication of the qual expect Site your home. This isa primary reason why you should buy your land before you design your home. Take note of your site’ advantage ane challenges, including geography, topography, vegeta tion, climate, exposure to sun and wind, views and sounds. Then determine how these factors will affect each room in your turns of light, views Also think about how your home affectsthe beauty ofthesite; onsiderleay- ing the best parts untouched so you ean enjoy them later home 1d ins latio ‘Think in three dimensions. Scing your floor plan on paper or a screen is great for room allotment, but you also need to consider your home’ vertical aesthetic — its elevation, That means how itlookson the outside, as wellas its interior relationships. Try visualizing yourself in e how it will look 1 sounds you'll hear and what ‘and feel, xyoulsce in front, behind, aboveand below, Choose your look. Whether you go with a hand facturer ean influence your home's look, sense of scale and planning possbilil So research the different building sys- tems tomake sure the one you choose fits with yourplan, Oar eet Pret guidance and recommend tions are erucial throughout the entire home-building process. Remember though: This is your home. Make sure you diseuss every suggestion thoroughly, and don’t be afraid to gota second opin- ion if you have concerns. Also, you want to work with people whore excited about your plan, not ones trving to make state ments of their own oF worse, make their jobseasier. @ 8 TRAORDINARY LOG & TIMBER HOMES al ae LN STONE: rev =| Wy. H EARTHSTONEHOMES.COM. 4442ei seer el ialatel Vj b Timber Pub c j | 3 ——— { | > T eee hie seam aa 7 Bet L i ee I FULL LOG * HALF LOG » TIMBER FRAME « MAINTENANCE FREE HOMES , ajena aoa 7 is aL 1G: Be eclpfe]-d os ii ~ ae ; Pete mele py aN & Pass pel a Cea = ate * Seer THERMASTRU DOORS SUPER INSULATED « eo COTTAGES » LODGES » NO SURPRISESCHOOSING A LOG COMPANY Do your research and weigh your options before picking a producer. hefirststep toward buying loghome almost alwaysis to ‘chooses company th the logs. This seems ‘unusual arrangement to many people, who reasonably expect the process of buyingand buildinga custom home to begin with either a builder or the de- signer, not with the company providing the primary building material. Afterall, ifyou're buildings stud-framed home, you wouldn't start at the lumberyard. sells Ofeourse, some people do begin their loghome by first contacting abullder ora designer. Sometimes these professionals re the ones who first suggest using logs. A few in Fact have working relationships with established log-home companies. ‘What makes this arrangementseem even ‘ddr is that many log-home companies don’t provide many more building com- ‘ponents than the logs, and that even fewer will actually build the home. ‘The way today’s log homes are made ‘and sold has to do with their originsas kit homes. Sawmills produced packages of logs and assembly components to sell to consumers, mostly as do-it-yourself proj- cots. As the demand for more sophist cated loghomes grew, itwas these compa- nies that handled the engineering of full- scale primary residences and developed designs exclusively for log homes. Over time, some of these log-home producers «grew to become full-service companies. ‘Today, these producers are the link between your dream of living in a log hhome and making it come true. There are dozens of companies to choose from. Some are full-service manufacturing plants with computerized d ‘ments, precision milling equ nationwide dealer networks. Othe small-scale artisans who produce only a fewhomes.a year Machined or Handcrafted Logs are cither milled, hand-peeled or hhand-hewn. Milled-log companies, or ycturers, use machinery to cut and shape logs Handerafters use hhand-held tools either to peel Togs in the shape of the trees they once were oF to how them into squared timbers, Few companies produeeboth milled ‘and handcrafted logs. Because of the interchangeability of cutting knives in high-speed woodworking machinery, however, milled-log companies usually sell several styles. Besides their sales ature, some companies have web= sites, conduct orientation seminars and host plant tours to familiarize potential buyers with thetr lines. ‘The company directory. starting ‘on page 185 identifies North America major Iogchome producers. Bach listing tells which wood species the company uses and something about its building system, Before actually encountering the technical aspects, focus on the look of ‘each company’s homes, ‘Visit any producers youcan, Mostare located closer to their trees than to their ‘customers.Some aren't far off Interstates i you're ever passing by, look for their billboard), but generally they're pretty ~ Continued on page 84Mee SN a Wie Calan ~ | Come a Made in USA leet v Appearance vy Longesiy vValue vy Environment Because what’s inside matters. 1-800-548-3554 Free Color Samples and Catalog www.permachink.comHandcrafted Milled 1. Logs are stripped of bark for consistent grain and color 2. Each logis milled toa uniform shape and size 3. 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Here are some common techniques: Rectangular Round Flat on Fat Round wath Chinking with spline ‘ith spline corner Support comer Support ‘System with Chinking ‘System with Chinking ‘Tongue-and-Groove is Single Tongue ‘and-Groove Double . “Tongue-and-Groove ‘Tongue-and-Groove Profile in Detail 10-inch Spike visible Surface Spline Foom Sealant Bead of Caulk Ripple (Triple Tongue-and-Groove} ideea AVA, dale kode va Ma have to choose between Tlie ca an Cc ean aaauae crs call it more bang for their buck, Qual ity Processing with the careful select: ng, stable logs and the resultant piece Quality Materials Quality Design 552 Hwy. 9 Loudonwille, OH 44842 300.368.1015from anything, including each other ‘Three parts of the country that do have particularly large concentrations of eom: panies are western Montana, east Ten: nessee and south-central Wisconsin, This issue also has a directory « builders and dealers. Many of them have sales models. In some cases it’s the deal: cers own home When lookingat companies, you may find that 2 particular dealer will influ cence your decision, A helpful dealer can smooth out a lot of problems that yo far beyond just selling you a home, Many ‘workwith experienced log-home builders ‘who know their company’s system, Some are even builders themselves. Make sure you know the nature of these dealers’ business arrangement with the eompany whose homes they'sel, especially who's responsible ifa problem arises. Some dealers work for the com pany, othersare independent. few eom: panies don'thave dealers butdeal directly LOGON with customers. Thisarrangement, while not as common as companies with deal- crs, is no hindrance to buying. log home Products & Services Companies offer different produets and services: Choosing one by comparing all t seem challenging it these features mi but successful log: isn't worth agonizing over. The feature that people say mattered most about the company they chose was that it estab lished a genuine relationship that went waybeyondasimplebusiness transaetion, Most people got distracted by details New terminology raises doubts. Keep your sights on the big picture. Find sev: t you like feral companies that offer wl and with whom you feel comfortable Satisfy yourself that whatever the com. pany touts really works. Ask to see actual hhomes that it provided logs for. Insist on ‘ones that are at leas five yearsold. Don't just drive by; look them over inside and TO BETTER FASTENERS. NEIL FOR QUALITY, EFFICIENT LOG AND TIMBER CONSTRUCTION. AIL Ser tao + German engineered thread technology - speeds installation and reduces required driving torque See ecu cicy * American made ‘out. Familiarity with the way log homes are produced and built will reinforce yourdetermination to own one Log homes, whether handerafted or manufactured, are systems-built homes, ‘That is, they are engineered and designed to be assembled using components that ‘will ensure the home's structural integ: rity, Tt may help to think of log homes as pro-cut kits that you could buy and assemble yourself following detailed Instructions, even though not all log home kits come pre-eut, and assembling the components is beyond the capability ‘of most buyers. No Best Way Basically, the building system dictates how a Tog home stands up and how it withstands weather, Fach producer has spent considerable time and thought developinga system thatis different from its competition. Maybe this difference Cet URSA) eee ate eet ete)RP Db LP ab APCorner Styles How your logs intersect at the corner is one of the most defining features of your home. Dovetail ‘This style is used with square (or rectangular logs. The corner is cut ina fan-shaped wedge ‘and interlocks with perpen ‘cular logs: ceach system is designed to work accord- ing to its developer's plan. The differene- ces among these various systems lead to considerable confusion among prospec: live buyers. They see one system does something this way, another does it that way. They wonder which way is the best way. The truth is, no one way is best. If itworks, its a right way ~ but there are many, many right ways, Afterall, there are dozens, maybe hundreds, of different ways to cut these logs and shape these Jogs and assemble them. ‘The main point you should satisfy xyourself about is how the system you are considering accommodates settlement ‘caused by logshrinkage. Beyond devising system to allow for settling, companies usually strive to make their logs more sta- ble by drying them. This process involves bringing the freshly cut tree’s moisture content down to the level of the sur: rounding climate. The two methods are air-drying and kiln-drying, Air-drying ‘means letting the logs season outdoors, much the way you might stack firewood todry before using it. Kiln drying entatls stacking logs in « large oven-like cham Corner post ‘A posts found at each corner into which grooves are cut to hold tog ends. Looks simiar to post-and-bearm construction. pst the corner. ber and slowly heating them to remove the moisture. Both methods have their proponents. A few companies prefer to build with unseasoned, or green, logs ‘This method works well For those eom- panies who useit, Some companiesin the West prefer to use logs from standing- dead trees. This wood has already dried ‘and works well in loghomes, Absent from this discussion is any revelation of which particular wood species is best for a log home. That's because there is no best wood. Any of the two dozen species being used for og homes today will serve the purpose. ‘Most are softwoods: pine, fir, spruce, cedar and eypress. A. few companies offer oak, Companies use the wood they prefer (usually because they can get adequate supplies of i), although most companies can obtain other species, even premium ones, on request, Some homeowners may say they wish they hhad used another company or designed their home differently, but never has a homeowner complained, “I should have kind of wood.” noth Butt-and-pass ‘One log stops wiere it meets an intersecting log, land the other log extends Saddle-notch notch on the bottom of the log stradiles the top ff the fog coming from the perpendicular wal. Both logs fextond past the corner. Protecting Wood More important than which wood you choose is how you protect it. Companies used topeddle loghomesasmaintenance- free, True, they don’t need painting, but ‘wood exposed to the elements can set up ‘8 chain of events that eventually com- promises the home's structural integrity Protectionbegins with good design, butthat israrely suficient forlong-term exposure totheelements ‘Some companies dip or pressure ‘treat theirlogs with asodium-boratesolu- tion before shipping them to the home site, This natural mineral repels inscets and fungibut isnt toxic to humans, Some borate products allow you to treat your logsafter the shellis erected. Besides borate-based products, there are wood coatings especially formulat- ced to protect logs in use. Trying to save money by using something intended for another situation — protecting a deck, for instance — will reguite more frequent application just to achieve inadequate protecti should include ingredients to repel water ‘and protect against ultraviolet radiation ‘These special formulationsVisit our Website to Browse Hundreds of Custom Floor Plans & or Create Your Own with our Online Design Tool UTHLA SO TG HOMEND America’s Favorite Log Home™ 866-910-5760 SouthlandLogHomes.com ——. a NAHB. BBB = MEMBER‘TIMBER VALLEY MILLWORK. Hand Carved Doors Hand-carved doors crafted by a nationally acclaimed Wisconsin carver Eighteen beautifully carved standard designs, exclusive to Timber Valley Millwork, are offered for interior or exterior door applications. Interior Doors (Our standard Interior designs include 2-Panel V-Groove, 4 & 6 Panel Raised, 2-Panel K-Brace, 2-Panel Arch Panel, 2-Panel Circle Top, & French Doors. Custom Doors Alldoors are available in standard sizes or ‘custom designed for your special needs Leary Mone ABOUT OUR PRODUCTS AT timbervalleymillwork.com Moisture Matters The moisture content ofthe logs that go into the making of your home is crucial to predicting the amount of settling that will cur in your wall system. Logs that are freshly cut contain lots of moisture, mostly inthe sapwood. The instant tree is cut, the wood begins losing its moisture, Freshly cut logs ae said to be green, or unsaa- soned, As the logs sit, the moisture evaporates unti the moisture content reaches equllbrium with the surrounding climate. The lower the moisture content, the drier and lighter the wood and thus the more stable Logs typically lower their moisture content by Kin drying or air drying, Ai-dried logs are stored in a producer's yard or warehouse for a period of six montis to two ‘years, depending on the local climate and the log species being used. ‘A faster way to dry logsis to place them in super-sized evaporating ovens for sev eral weeks to lower the moisture evel below that attainable by air drying, This complex. process, called kiln drying, subjects the logs to both heat and humidity to reduce the effects of twisting and warping. The heat aso kil insects that may have infested the logs. Once the weight of the logs reveals they've reached the desired moisture con- tent, the lags are taken out ofthe kiln, Cat is an issue, but producers wha own kilns Usually charge less than companies that must send out their logs fr kin crying, Standing-dead timber [also called dead-standing and dried-on-the-stump logs] is ‘another option for lag-home buyers, The name refers to trees that ae left standing after they've been killed by insect predation, disease or forest fire. Many ofthese trees have nat been compromised structurally in any way, and whatever killed thems no longer a factor. There may be surface blemishes, especially in the case of ie-killed trees, but these are easly removed by miling or hand planning the surfaces. Because Its extremely ory and stable in construction, standing-dead timber is popular, espe- cially among producers in heavily forested, arid western states. Logs in any of these conditions are OK to buld with, Log companies have their ‘own preferences, determined by the way they have engineered ther building system. Handcrafters might prefer green lags or choose air-dried anes. Manufacturers favor air-dried and kin-cried logs. (800) 273-8964 they may also include a mildewicide, insecticide and fungicide. Protection, once applied, will gener- ally last three to six years, perhaps even longer. Expect it to break down first on walls that are the most exposed to wind and sun. A southwestfacing wall will likely lose protection first. You can test for yourself by spraying outside walls with a garden hose. IF the water beads, youstill have protection One advantage ofa log home is that if ‘a problem area should develop, it will be visible, not concealed under siding, Regu- lar Vigilance will reveal spots that require promptattenti Any’ natural decay’ resistance chara teristic of particular wood species is sub- ject to two considerations. First, the decay resistance is usually a characteristic of the living tree, not always the processed Jog. Second, with adequate treatment, any ‘wood ean be made decay resistant, With lackoftreatment,any decay-resistant wood ‘eanhaveits natural defenses overcome, Some log-home companies grade their logs, indicating they are appropri- ate for specifie structural uses in a home. There are two major grading agencies: ‘Timber Products Inspection and the Log. ‘Homes Council. In addition, some com- panies have in-house grading programs, ‘which may be more or less stringent tha those of thegradingagencies. ©[=] eT Pn i aa Ts 1x6 +d! 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Call 1-877-232-3915, or visit AdvantageLumber.com | +The added thickness of Advaneage 16. bt" decking to learn more about Advantage Hardwood Decking. | gives your deck extra strength, with very litle added cost. ‘ADVANTAGEL.UMBER.COMee cone location in the walls, Breer: PACKAGE DEAL How to compare kits to get the best price quote for your logs. erhaps the most frustrating challenge facing log-home shoppers is comparing prices ‘quoted by different eompanies, Itscems that no two kits are alike. Each manufaeturerhas ts own idea about what should be included in alog-home package. ‘One's standard items th anda third Complicating the picture is the Fact that log-home manufacturers do not all use the same building system. What ‘econdlsoption, rot carry the item at all may be necessary to construct one man: ufacturer’s kit may not be required to complete another's, Here, then, isa method forbeatinga path through the thicket of kit compar. isons without getting seratehed. Most log-home shoppers are not experienced builders, so they often lack the detailed 40 | 10 moxee Len knowledge necessary to evaluate the completeness of a kit, T's ensy to get lulled into a false sense of security by impressive diagrams or materia lists. Ifyou're not careful, you may overlook the one question necessary to obtain an accurate price comparison: *What will Tneed that's not on this list?" Only by filling in the missing blanks for each kit you are considering can you discover which package off Areas that vary widely among kits: log dimensions (a tall, thin log requires less linear footage to complete a log wall than a shorter, thicker log); log ables (most include solid-log gables only as an option); window and door units (they range from cheap to top quality); subfloor system and dimen: sional lumber (they may be part of the best value, ‘option packages only); exterior and Interior door and window trim; interi nterior doors; st oF framing and loft railings; interior p coverings (rarely included in a kit price); soffit and fascia; shingles; exterior wood preservative: porch and deck als (often part of optional packages only), tition wall basic ‘Trust the System ‘The secret to a realistic comparison is a systematic approach, First, decide what actually needs comparing. If your objective is a turnkey house (one that ‘will be completely built and finished by 4 professional builder), comparing kit prices may be largely irrelevant. What the turnkey shopper needs to compare Is the bottom-line finished house priceNE Nel MU RE RL a) dL ee al Le AES IN YOUR BACKYARD Se ee a ree uric ea aura Meum ee Ce Ren ney ue ene ee] solar eneray in your own’ backyard to provide savings of up to 70% on heating, ee tee eta ee ee uae a family’s comfort. Contact your local WaterFurnace dealer today to learn how to tap into your buried treasure. foul Done an) ets i nseonesaeiairion De eaSample Log Packages ‘Log Walls Only Most log-home companies sell material packages, called kits, that contain the wall logs and other components. Packages are sold in varying degrees of completion, which affect their cost. Here are some common options. You can figure this by taking the kit prices with blueprints and material lists to the builders you are considering ‘They will provide « turnkey quote that includes all the work that you specify Alllyou need do is compare turnkey bids Tf you are pkinning to erect your fown log. package or act as your own general contractor, price comparisons are more difficult. First, make sure each quote has a detatled materials list attached, You must know exactly what you are purchasing, A good book on carpentry (not just log-home building) is invaluable because it can illustrate and explain terminology in the lists that may be unfamiliar to you, Break the material list into sections Then set up & chart with sections and individual items in a column and names of the kits you want to compare in a row aeross the top. note whether it is included in the kit, TP ext to each item, itisn', ask the kit manufaeturer i that Walls, Windows & Exterior Doors item will be necessary or desirable to complete the house, Then eall a local supplier to get an estimate on it. Place that cost figure into your quote com- parison. You ean omit items beyond the scope of any of the kits (plumbing or light Fixtures, for example). Because manufacturers donot organize their materials the same way, it may be easier to establish your own section headings, such as First-Floor System, Wall System, Second-Floor ‘stem, Roof Syst | Interior Framing System, Dormers, Porches and Broeze- ways, Decks, Garages. Beneath each section, list the items. necessary to complete that system. Under First-FloorSystem, for instance, list support posts, girder beam, sill sealer insulation, treated sill lumber, band lumber (to surround the sub- floor), floor joists oF beams, joist hang- cers (necessary In certain situations), subflooring and finished floor covering Upper-Beam System (wood, carpet, vinyl, ete). Don't forget to list glue, caulk, nails, serews and other fasteners; all are necessary parts of the building system, too, Crunch Real Numbers ‘Try to deal only in hard numbers. When you have to make an assumption about something, write it down and verify it. Ifyou are comparing a kit that includes ‘subfloor system with one that doesn, take your blueprints or a floor plan to your local Iumberyard and ask how much asubfloorsystem costs thatmeets| local building codes. Add this figure to the price ofthe kit that lacks a subfloor Gort forget the cost of delivery). Now you have a better idea of how the two kits compare. Your comparison should inehude the ‘grade and quality of items that each kit contains. Often a seemingly more expen- sive kit actually is a better value because it contains a higher grade of certainNeed Zero Air Infiltration? Leone : Need It Faster? L2one still Want A Log Home? UP Just what you have been waiting for, a log home built within eight weeks of your order, built ina Montana plant with integrity and strength of modern building methods, and tight,as a drum when it comes to air. Scale back your hassles, not your expectations. - E \OA aE MeO Cu Cu ee UL) ree ees cee ent a Works tinirastoveworks.com Porbeceinenn reer sJefloor rediant heat and domestic ho permis do-it-yourself instalation expensive to purchase and install energy consumgtion due to lower operating temperatures complicated technology energy efint, 95% pis comfortable heath than forced hota materials, One kit may have a top-of 0 line windoxs, for example, while another includes an inexpensive unit. One comps ry may base its quote on an 8-inch-thick Jog against 2 competitor's 6-inch log. Labor costs to erect the package are nother area for detailed comparison. If you are having your kit erected, get firm estimates from builders who ean do the work. You may even be able to transfer some of the work of eompar Ingkit materials to the builder. Insteuet him as to the degree of completeness that you want, Tell him to include the price of any materials necessary to reach the st not in the kit. But beware! Should a ce of completion that are builder neglect to inelude somethi significant (such as a subfloor) in your estimate, don’t expect him to eat that cost, even if it is his error, Instead, he may simply disappear, leaving you to pay for the missing materials and find another builder. The moral is Have con. fidence in any builder before you turn ‘over such a task, but be sure to keep & lose watch an ask questions, Delivery Charges Don't assume that dimensional lumber and items such as shingles purchased locally are more economical because of savings in freight costs. Most log pack iges are shipped by the truckload. Tt docsn’t cost any more to ship a truck that contains a half-load of logs and a half-load of other building materials thant does to ship that half-load of logs by itself. Because the buying power of the log company is generally better than n individual's buying power (log com- panies often deal directly with manu- facturers and sawmills, it may actually be cheaper to purchase even dimension: al lumber, such as 2-by-4s, from the log Avoid being wooed by offers of free freight.” There isn'ta trucking company in the country that will haul a tractor-trailer load of log free of charge. Log companies offering “fre freight” axe simply building It cost into their kit prie. Te may the frethe company offers “Tree freight up to 700 miles from the plant,” and you live 300 miles from the plant, you may be paying For 400 miles of additional freight. Keep your eye on the bottom line. A $30,000 package with a $3,000 freight change means the same to your checkbook as ‘$33,000 package with free freight: Another factor to weigh in any kit comparison is the log-home manutfae- turer and its sales representative. One company’s package may be slightly more but you fe expensive than anol more comfortable dealing with that com. pany. How much is that peace of mind ‘worth to you? One company may include another pro- vides « detailed construction manual or on-site assistance, wh video. Which is more important? And how do you include those factors in your cost analysis? The answers will depend (on your personal situation lly, consider your building cir: cumstances. Pethaps you are hiting a builder or taking your vacation to erect xyourlogkit.Itis probably to your advan: tage to have all of your materials on site atone time, soa more complete kit may be more desirable. On the other hand, you may be erecting your log home your: self on weekends, working when time permits, paying cash as you go to avoid a large loan commitment, In this ease, it may be better to purchase a more limited kit. Doing so avoids not only Ul larger cash outlay, but also costs and concerns for material storage and pro- tection. Why pay in advance for mate- rials that, once purchased, sit on t building they are needed? ¢ for several months before ‘So consider your wants, your needs and your circumstances carefully. Research thoroughly and keep your eve firmly on your bottom Tine. You'll be more confident in your selection of ‘log package, You'll also gain a better understanding of what will be involved putting up your log home hhave the peace of mind that eomes from having solid grip on this crucial part of, your overall house-building budget. @ ~ Jim Cooper Find your own, Bot te Ss eseiie a siraaspenerar eer just so uice to come home to nea fs LOG HOMES* Sone +o come home +o” Visit our soebsite to brosese floor plan, ee log home (photos, or find the representative nearest you. 800.732.5564 + www.realloghomes.com info@realloghomes.cm eQ00 America’s #1 Selling Brush Mower for Over 25 Years! 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Some scem to have expected their utility bills to disappear altogether: ‘Some people — consumers and sales rep- udy results resentatives — have let the stand as the final answer to the energy~ efficiency question, without considering the influence of factors outside the seape ‘of the NBS testing that ean still have con- siderable impact ~ positive and negative —ontheenergy efficiency ofa log home Boosting Performance Areas of special importance that should be included in discussions of energy eff'- cioney are design, construction methods, maintenance and house siting Failure to consider these aspects when planning Jog home may result in a house that falls short of its ow crs? expectations, even though this failure is certainly no fault of the logs. Proper design is important to the ‘energy efficieney of any home. The wall and roof arcas devoted to windows, doors and skylights have a significant effect on utility bills. 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Heating a modern multi- room log home by fireplace alone to comfort levels acceptable to today’s homeowner is simply unrealistic Roof overhangs affect not only ‘energy efficiency, but also maintenance requirements, Wide roof overhangs protect log walls from rain and direct sunlight, Such protection helps to slow the weathering of logs, which in turn ‘an reduce maintenance time and costs. Careful design and placement of over- hangs can influence solar gain, provid ing advantages in both winter and sum- mer. For example, a tapered overhang over south-facing glass in a prow front ‘ean shade the windows from the direet rays of high summer sun while admit ting bright, warming light from the low winter sun, The re It will be cooler rooms in the summer, warmer ones in the winter: Building Tactics Construction methods and log system design can significantly affect uality costs, Corners and joints between logs rust be carefully sealed with materi als that can withstand log shrinkage fand the seasonal movement that nor- mally takes place, Construction details designed to accommodate settlement should be engineered to prevent seals from being compromised as logs set He of settling adjustments are made Cathedral ceilings made from tongueand. groove should be backed by a good vapor barrier. Depending on house size, there may be several thousand feet of joint in one tongue-and-groove ceiling Foil or paper facing on fiberglass insu: lation isn’t up to the task of preventing air movement through such a ceilings however, large foam-core pancls are effective insulators with minimal con neeting points. Routine maintenance is vital to get ting optimum energy efficiency from a log home. Exterior log sealant should be applied regularly as needed. Fouses fully exposed to sun and wind usually need more frequent attention. Exte rior caulking should be checked peri- odically, and torn or stretched eaulking replaced. Large checks in logs should be eaulked to prevent them from filling with water, which ean lead to decay and air and water infiltration, Seals around windows and doors should be inspected periodically, replacing oF touching up ‘caulking and chinkiny og-home maintenance requirements needed. While are few and usually simple procedures, failure to adhere to them can result ina substantial energy loss House siting is an often overlooked aca affecting log-home energy effici cy. The type of lot and house placement ccan have an impact on energy eft ey measured in utility cost dollars. As already’ slated, houses exposed to sun and wind will require more houses in sheltered settings. Another consideration is your ener- yeruy than ay source. Power generated by sun, wind and geothermal systems costs substan: Hall less than that provided by utilities sand fossil fuels, regardless of how ef ciently that power is applied. 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Lenders who make standard loans only on existing conventional home purchases may not be very lending on an unbuilt custom home because thelr appraisers m: be able to find comparable homes to je ested determine potential resale value once the home is built. L nders whose exp. imited to conventional hom may not understand how log homes are built, If they believe log homes are still cabins in the woods, for example, they may feel uneasy about making a loan ‘To satisfy lenders’ requirements for makingloanson eustom-home projeets, you'll need additional documer construction drawings, soil and other tests, permits, supply list, budget, log producer's information sheets, builder's list of qualifications on similar projeets. Iryou're planning on doing much of the ‘work yourself or ifyou're going to be the general contractor overseeing subcon- tractors, expect to produce documenta tion verifying your qualifications. 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Among these items are proof you ‘own the land where you're building, sales contract from your log producer and a receipt for your deposit on the package, final blueprints and specifiea- tions, estimates or bids from contrac: tors and subcontractors, and a building permit If borrowers have trouble getting financing, it usually involves the eon: struction loan, Some banks shy away from them because they involve more risk. Unlike mortgage loans, construc: tion loans have no dwelling to secure the Joan and sellif the borrower forfeits, only aan assortment of building materials and possibly land, if the borrower used the property for collateral. The risk is even greater, in most lenders’ eyes, ifthe bor: rowers the person who'll be performing Cor supervising construction ‘The ideal situation is finding a lender ‘who'llhandle both your construction and mortgage loans. A few companies even specialize in both types of loans specifi- cally forlog homes. After an appraiser uses final plans and specifications, regional property values and comparable existing homes in your area to developa value figure for your proposed home, the lender deter: mines the loan-to-value ratio Casually 90 percent) and issues a commitment letter that indicates formal approv- al for the loan. This letter is required before construction funds are approved because it guarantees that the eonstrue tion loan will be paid in full by the long. term mortuage loan when the home is completed, ‘The final step is the actual closing of the loan, All terms are legalized, and papers are signed. Draw Schedule A characteristic of construction loans is the draw schedule, This involves scheduling payments over a specified period of ime to meet expenses as they ‘occur. Such an arrangement ensures that work is performed according to @ schedule to turn the building materi- als into a home, The number of draws and percentages of the loan disbursed vary according to the terms stated by the lender. For instanee, some lenders will pay for the log package on deliver others may withhold payment until it is actually erected. Be sure the terms of your construetion loan are i dance with your log-home producer's requirements so that del tion proceed smoothly. A typical draw schedule might call for four to six payments, spread out to cover site prep and foundation exeava tion; the cost of the log package after, it’s delivered, erected and under roof, and the windows and doors have been installed; after the electrical wiring, plumbing and heating-cooling systems are installed and approved, cabinets installed and interior doors hung; and the balanee after the remaining inte- rior work is finished and the occupaney permit issued. Regardless of how your draw sched- ule is arranged, the lender will inspect the progress of work up to thatpoint and approve the disbursement of funds. In some cases, the lender may withhold the final payment until you have lien releas- cs ftom the contractor and all subs, very anderee- Self-discipline is required with regard to change orders, Te is tempt ing, once construction is under wy, to decide to fine-tune the projector even upatade the finishing work. But the Joan was based on carefully calcuat- ed figures. Theres always going to be some wiggle room, and you should have contingency set aside For unantci pated expenses, but indulge dling the planning stage, not after the projcet has begun. TF you've tied up all your cash and need some money for contingencies and to pay for ms wor before the first scheduled ‘draw, you can apply for a bridge loan. This interim measure may be a small commercial oan oa home- exqultyoan on yourexsting residence. @ I oF 2016 ANNUAL BUYER'S GUYDE | Loeneseesi0mNe | 57 THE BIG SKY 2900 sq. ft. Visit and View Hundreds of Models with Floor Plans and Pricing (800) 266-3276 Fax (252) 822-5064 ‘www.eloghomes.com 7310 Tyler Run Battleboro, NC 27809ae CONSTRUCTION TIMELINE A step-by-step guide to building a log home.ulldings log home isan exelt: {ng prospect but ean seem a formidable challenge. Once the sequence is revealed, the process seems less intimidating and can proceed in an organized manner. Preparing for Construction Planningtobuild aloghomecan take from ‘months to years. Pinding just the right location, choosing a log-home provider, settling on a design, estimating costs, arranging for contractors and subs and securing financing are all grouped into ‘what professional builders eall “pre-con- struction activities” Although thorough preparation during the pre-construction period greatly improves the ease nd eff ciency of building, the real excitement beuins the day materialsand workers first arrive on your land to start turning your log-home dream into a reality. Site Preparation. Although log homes ean be built almost anywhere, ‘mostlog-home enthusiasts favorthe free- ddom and seclusion of larger, more rural locations. $o, construction often begins with basi site preparation, Including an entrance road, well and septic system. It _mayeven be necessary to bringinclectri- cal and phone service. Road Building. 4 solid, all-weather road is often the first order of business, The exeavator scrapes a roadbed, clear- ing it of trees and topsoil. A bed of large: stone several inches deep provides a solid base for everything from pickups to con crete trucks and the eighteen-wheelers that will deliver the logs: Flals, At the end of construction, the road will get a layer offinerstone and perhaps surface of asphalt or conerete, other mate 3 : E Clearing. As part of road prepara i tion, the excavator often also clears the E building site, using a front-end loader to remove trees and loose surface rock. § lf the project includes a septic field, the } cxcinator may dear tres from the desig 4 nated area as well Before going further, 2 isa good idea to cut any downed trees {nto firewood and remove stumps. Savvy builders make sure firewood is stacked well out ofthe construction and material storage areas. Awood chipper can reduce treetops and limbs to muleh that will come in handy during final landscaping, Well. The first heavy equipment to follow the rod builder is often the well driller. Depending on depth and ground conditions, well drilling can take from a few hours to several days. The actual ig the well to the house will be installed after the founda- tion isin. water line conn Septic System, Just as many log homes rely on wells For water, they also need a septic system to dispose of waste, Septic systems generally consist of a tankand tiles or perforated pipe to.carry wastewater from the tank into a septie field consisting of 1 series of trenches or pits. There the water seeps back into the ground to be filtered by soil par- ticles and purified by microorganisms. Because geology and soil conditions are important to the efficiency of a septic system and the purity of water returning. to the soil, they are often elosely moni- tored by local health departments, In ‘many areas, health regulations require that licensed subcontractors install the septic systems, While the septic system may not be installed until Tate in construction, the location of the tank and field should bbe marked before construction begins. Sometimes it's necessary to store build- ing materials in the septic are thing obviously not desirable once the stem is installed. Utilities. Ws always a good idea to have electrical service available when construction begins. Construction using «8 enerator procecds slower and is ust- ally more costly. In many areas, the util ity company runs phone lines along with lectric lines, making this an opportu- nity to arrange for phone service. The clectrieal subcontractor ean provide a temporary service head with a circuit THE ANDOVER 1200 sq. ft. We Design, Supply & Build Visit and View Hundreds ‘of Models with Floor Plans and Pricing (800) 266-3276 Fax (252) 822-5064 www.eloghomes.com 7310 Tyler Run Battleboro, NC 27809PRESERVING: AMENIENS) LOG HOME PENANCE p\PPALACHIAN LOG stRUCTUR, Bet acs Srmregtting ere Sree a Srey Ce area Series eras rman eens Se eAty rey 'WWW.applog.com Log Home Stai Wood Cleaners & Brighteners Wood Preservers Borates Masonry Sealers Application Tools LOVITTSCOATINGS.COM breaker box and phone Jack. Onee the house is elosed in, the service panel will be moved to its final location, Now, before construction shits into Ihigh gear, is good time to bringin por- table toilet and prepare temporary stor age for construction materials and tools Breaking Ground Excavation. Once the building site is prepared, the builder lays out the foun- ‘or batter boards, These markers guide the exeavator, who seoops out a rough pit that will hold the foundation. Ifthehouse will rest ona concrete stab orerawl space excavation may be nothing more than «trench dug with a baekhoe to hold the footings. Footings. Footings are a solid base ‘of conerete or stone that support the foundation and ultimately the whole house. Regulations (and good sense) require that the footings rest on undis turbed solid soil. The base of the footing must be below the maximum depth of frost penetration, which varies with loes- tion. Local building codes specify this depth, ensuring thatthe Footings will not be influenced by the expansion and con- traction that results from soil freezing and thawing Foundation ‘Log-home foundations va the homes themselves. The most popu- lar foundations are poured conerete and 1s much as, masonry block, although some home builders use wood foundations, pre-cast concrete pancls and even foam blocks that can be stacked and filled with eon- crete, Contrary to some beliefs, few log homes require a “heavy-duty” or special foundation, Waits. To install a poured wall foun. dation, the contractor ereets forms into ‘which concrete is poured, When the con- crete is dry, the forms are stripped am The enti process typically takes three to five days, Block walls requite the sering the block to dry. Drainage and Waterproofing. Good drainage is the key to a dry base ment. Most building codes call for drainage tile or perforated pipe to be laid around the footings or base of the foundation wall Ifthe topography of the building site doesn't allow this pipe to drain at the surface away from the house, the pipe is direeted into a sump erock in the basement floor where an automatic sump pump carries water up and out fonto the surface away from the house. Foundation walls are usually protected with @ waterproof coat times with a layer of rigid insulation Plumbing Groundwork. Unless the plumbing for the house will exit above the foundation, the plumber ust ally makes his first appearance during Foundation construction. Before foot- ings are poured, the plumber may place apiece of pipe, or “sleeve,” in the footing trench where pipes for water and septic will cross. This will prevent having to tunnel under footings or break through walls ater. flerthe foundation wallsare poured and before the foundation slab, the plumber installs any drainpipes or ‘waterline that will lie beneatis the baso- ‘ment floor Fireplaces and Chimneys. If plans eall for a stone or masonry fire- place, the foundation contractor usually digs and pours a footing and support- Ing walls for the chimney as part of bullding foundation walls. Masons will construct the fireplace and chimnes the log shell is being completed. IF the hhome includes a “zero-clearance” fire- place ~ a metal unit set into a framed chim no footings oF support walls are required (although carpenters may add extra joists to the subfloor under the fireplace area). Backfill. Once the foundation is completed and drainage and water- proofing measures are installed, the ‘excavator returns to backfill and rough rade, This step consists of filling the area around the outside of the founda tion to a level slightly higher than the final surface (to allow for soil settling) grading the surface so water drains ay from the foundation. Backfilling canbe delicate work due tothe weight of soil piling against the new foundation. Builders often add additional braeing to foundation walls or wait to backfill until after the subfloor is complete Subfloor ‘The subfloor of a Tog home is usually no different from that in a conventional home. Floor joists are laid over as ‘of girder beams and support posts. 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Steep slopes are less a problem than sharp turns, Inability to turn an 80-foot- Tong rig around at the building site may mean last-minute changes to unloading plans, The fewer such surprises on deli: cry day, the bet Ie’swise to have an idea where mate rials will go when removed from the trucks. Generally, logs and materials used earlier in construction should be placed closer to the foundation, prefer- ably on the high side of sloping sites “Luygging logs and lumber uphill not only aggravates workers, but also takes valu able time away from construction. Hay- ing the log-construction crew or earpen- tors unload the trucks ean help ensure that materials are stored efficiently and workers get a head start on knowing here to find things. Log Walls. Log work begins by lay ing out the first course of logs on the subfloor. Builders often take this oppor tunity to mark the location of electrical outlets, switches, windows, doors and partition walls, This is the beginning of turning paper plans into reality, and sometimes things need adjusting, such ‘as window, door or electric ‘outlet locations. Actual log work varies with the type of system being used. Milled, pre-cut logs are usually stacked and seeured in segments, moving around the house so that wall heights remain fa ‘walls go up. TPs especially important to make sure log walls stay plumb (verti- cal) and corners remain square, Good builders check plumb Frequently using 3 level or plumb bob. Comparing distane- ces between diagonally opposite eorners ‘quickly reveals when cornersareslipping ‘out of square. ‘Log homes built with lange logs, such as handerafted homes, often require the use of a crane, transferring much of the lifting from people to machine. If much ‘of the log preparation has already taken place at the manufacturer's plant or the handetafter’s yard, then large, pre-ft, full-length log wall systems canbe erect- ‘ed quickly, sometimes in only a few days. Whether the home is manufactured ly even as for handerafted, many systems require CONCRETE LOG SIDING PERFORMS BETTER THAN REAL WOOD LOGS. 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Space leftat the top of window and door openings allows units to oper: ate freely as log walls settle, Posts placed ‘on adjustable jacks that ean be lowered to match any change in log wall height may Insulated Log Systems. Not all log ‘walls are made from solid logs. Some log- home companies offer an insulated-log alternative. These log homes use half logs applied over conventional framing While they look like # solid log home from either inside or out (unless the lumber joists and plywood deeking, or Itmay consist of exposed square or round ‘beams covered with 2-inch-thick decking After setting the exposed beams, earpen= ters often use the roofsheathingas 2 tem porary second floor while they frame the roof, passing the sheathing up to the roof Building a log home is a process that unfolds according to a predetermined schedule. ‘That means materials and subcontractors have to be ready when needed; otherwise, delays may result that can lead to bigger delays, cost overruns and frustration. support second-floor and roof systems. Interior partitions may be framed to include a space that will allow forlog set tling also. While the thought of chang. ing wall height eauses coneern for some people, settlement is a normal part of a horizontal log system and presents no problems as long as proper construetion methods are used, To reduce settlement potential, some log-home companies kiln-dy their logs, removing some of the moisture in the logs before construction. homeowner chooses to use: nother type (of wall covering in some areas), the eore of the wall is similar to a conventionally framed house. In insulated log homes, builders may watt to apply the half logs until eh oF is on, Second-Floor Systems. After the log walls, the erew moves tocither the root {on one-story houses) or to the second: floor system, The seeond floor may be framed conventionally using dimension- ‘when framing is complete, Then they ean Install the second-floor decking under cover ofthe 10 Roof Systems. Log homes use a The simplest are conventionally framed roofs, just as in ‘other types of home. 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Roofers then apply the final roof covering — shin: sles, metal, wood shakes or tile, Later, lover the large timbers and 2 vapor bar: Her secured to the decking, Righd Insu- Iation laid on top of the vapor barrier is covered with sheathing followed by tarpaperand final roof covering. Interior Framing. Interior parti tion framing in a log home is similar to any other type of home. Some builders after interior wall eoverings are added. If plans inelude a zero-clearance fireplace, carpenters frame the chimney and fireplace opening along with other Interior framing. The fireplace subeon- tractor installs the metal flue and fire place unit. Because tub and shower enclosures ‘won't pass through openings in the fram= Installing mechanical systems requires more planning for a log home than for conventional homes because of the impenetrability of log walls. Some homebuyers opt for stud-framed partition walls insulation will fill the spaces between rafters. In eathedral-eelling areas, cel ing coverings are secured to the rafter bottoms. For fl areas, cell jpistsareadded. Insulation may be added ng joists after the ceiling cov- rings are installed A log or heavy-timber roof system begins with placement of the log rafters (or puelins. Wooden decking is secured above c attach partition framing to logs using “slip” connections ~nailsor serews driv- en into the logs through slots in the fram. ing. The slots prevent fasteners from interfering with log settlement. In some systems, interior partitions are framed to include a space below the e will prevent Framing from interfering with settlement adjustments. The set {ing space will be concealed behind trim ide their home to accommodate specialty subcontractors unaccustomed to log construction. ing, the builder or plumber makes sure theseunitsareonhandasframingstarts, Carpenters secure them in their fh position as they complete the framing Scaling the Exterior. 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Clear preservatives offer no UV protection, which can lead to premature weathering ofthe wood. Pre: vatives are casiest applied bofore window and doors are installed. Openings can be covered with plastic to prevent chemicals from blowing inside and staining walls, Ifthe home requires caulking, this may be applied before the good bond with the wood, Chinkingis often applied after the preservative to maintain the color contrast between chinking and logs. Doors and Windows, Once the root is covered to protect the interior and the exterior is sealed, carpenters install doorsand windows to provide neomplete weather-tight shell. Often homeowners save time and money by pre-finishing door snd window units while the shell of their home is being built. At this polnt, the log home may look near completion ‘on the outside, but much work remains Mechanical Systems Tr ing are referred to as the mechanical ther, plumbing, heating and cook systems, or “mechanicals.” Specialty subcontractors, who may be individu- ally licensed for their p usually install these. Mechanieal work is icular trade, divided into two parts: “rough in," whieh takes place before wall framing is con. cealed behind coverings, and “finish, which takes place near the end of eon struetion, Plumbing. The plumber will usw ally arrive first because the location of pipesis the most restricted, The plumber installs all pipes that will be eoncealed within walls and hooks up the tubs and showers that were placed during fram tnnovativé DESIGNS ATTE ery DI eNO irn VANES UNPARALLELED ate FEIN Ing. He may also conneet the well and septic tothe house at this polnt and place the reservoir tank. Afterall pipe runs are ‘complete, the plumber eaps open ends and pressurizes the pipes with ir to test for aks. Finally he ealls for a rough-in Inspection of the work Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning (HVAC). To reduce pos- sible confliets between pipe and duet placement, good builders usually make sure the HVAC contraetor and plumber know each other's needsheforeroug! begins. While the plumber is busy, the HVAC subcontractor maybe measuring for duets. Ductwork is often fabricated at the subeontractor’s workshop and then carried to the job site for instal Tation as soon as the plumber finishes roughing in pipe work. Sometimes the subeontractor installs inside heating and cooling units now.Electrical, The electrician is usw: ally th wire around pipes and duets than the toarrive. It’s easier to snake reverse. The electrician places outlet and switch boxes and strings wire back to the power source, usually in the base ment, garage or utility closet, He may also transfer the temporary cleetric ser. vice, located outside, to its final Toe tion. As with the plumber, the electri cian finishes by calling for an electrical Inspection. Rough-In Inspection (Close-In). Following completion of all mechanical rough-ins, the builder calls fora framing inspection. The building inspector first makes sure all necessary mechanical ingpeetions have been passed. Then he ‘examines framing to be sure that proper construction methods were followed and that mechanical subeontraetors didn’t inadvertently affect the structural sta: bility of the framework in installing their pipes, duets and wiring. Interior Wall Finish An approved framing inspection lets the builder start “closing-in” framing with the final wall coverings. On log homes, these are usually drywall or tongue-and. grooved (T&G) pine or eedar boards. Drywall, Drywall is the least expensive and most popular wall cover- ing. Installation consists of two steps: hanging and finishing. Drywall hang: cers quickly cover large areas of wall and ceiling, securing the drywall she nails or serews, Finishers follow, taping and concealing joints with drywall eom- pound, After joints are sanded, the walls are ready for the painter. TSG. Trim carpenters often install ‘T&G. Installation goes slower than drywall, but the result is a wood-eov- ered wall Paint, Stain and Varnish Painters usually follow wall-covering subcontractors. Arriving before the trim carpenters lets them move faster, covering large areas quickly with spray guns oF rollers. Walls get a prime coat followed by one or two topeoats. Wood T&G gets varnish or oil. The builder may also have painters apply finish to trim before it is installed to allow scal- ing the backs of trim pieces and speed Ing installation, Exterior Finishing While the painters ate busy inside carpenters finish outside porches and decks. Once all outside work has been finished, the excavator returns ane lst time for Final grading, spreading topsoil and preparing the site for landscaping Installers add guttersand dovenspoutsto ‘and carry away rainwater WB FOWLER INDUSTRIES INC Simple instalation Rugged Call today: i We are WB Fowler, .. America’s Leading Innovator, developing Through-Floor Vertical Lift Solutions. ~ 30 Years IU EY) the Business ~ Handy Waiters: also the HandyWaiter® fills wine, food up to four lloors. www.wbfowler.com5 Cabinetry & Floor Coverings Floor Coverings. As soon as painters fin ishkitchen and bathareas, theyare turned ‘over to flooring subcontractors, who instal tile, te, vinyl or wood loor cover: ings. Because a lot of construction activity remains, carpet installers won't appear until the final stages ofconstruction, Cabinetry. As soon as kitehen and bath wall coverings have been finished and floor coverings installed, eabinet Installers set to work in kitehen and baths, Cabinet installation in a log home isnodifferent from that ina conventional home ~ unless plans eal for cabinets on ling log walls. In such eases, cabin may be secured to vertieal furring strips thatwon'tsettle with the logs. Inexposed areas, furring strips are covered with a tongue-and-groove or tile backsplash. In baths, installers set cine eabinets, nd med Fixtures and Appliances Now mechanieal_ subcontractors re- appear: The elect ls switehes, andoutletsinto roughed-inboxesand sets light switches and appliances. The HVAC and finishes sub brings » ‘any remaining connections. The plumber connects the septic line, installs toilets and sinks, and hooks up the dishwasher Interior Trim While mechanical subeontractors com plete their work, trim carpenters are applying finish trim to doors and win- dows. If the permanent stairs haven't beeninstalledyet, they remove temporary stairs and build or set the final stairease. ‘They also set door hardware, baseboards andany special moldingsand trim. Floor Coverings Finally the trim earpentersand mechan ical subs wrap up, leaving the log home finished except for areas of bare sub- Foon These quickly disappear as ea Installers complete the last step, ‘a completely finishedl log home ready for Wrapping Up ‘The Final building inspection and “walk- through with the new owners mark the end of four to six or more months of con- struction, involving 50 oF more workers from several dozen construction busi nesses and trades. 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Clearing & excavating = Cutor grade entrance road or driveway 1 Tnstall culverts as needed = Clear buildingsiteand material storage area = Remove trees as needed "= Remove topsoil and store for reuse = Excavate basement, haul or store soil = Install septic tank and drain field 2. Pouring footings 2 Stake foundation comers surveyor may do thisas part of plot plan) «= Install batter boards and layout lines = Locate, stake and dig footings and pier pads 1 Arrange footinginspection 1 Pour concrete for footings 3. Installing foundation 1 Layout foundation on footings 1 Tnstall concrete forms for poured wall ' Set conerete block for foundation = Install permanent wood foundation © Install waterproofing, parging or insu- lation board © Install drain tile around footings 4. Termite inspection 2 Treat soil around foundation 5. Installing subfloor 1 Install termite shield included 1 Install caulking and insulation = Install, square and level sill pate 2 Install posts, girder im and floor joists © Install headers, trimmers and bridging = Install subfloorWhether you're seeking PMC OLE lelel hg the process of building your dream home or looking for DIY tips & tricks, our collection Ree R-laa(ocy is a great place to start. Here is a sampling of the topics Pe cad * Choosing Logs (Profiles & Packages) + Choosing Your Producer See mae SEAN Tere ee Cac} + Square Footage 101 + Staining Options for Your Log Home Be ea ec Re UL UE Ce UCR Ce RTO COS Ra Ur eee Kitchen Confidential: Expert Tips for Bringing Sr eck PSOne er Ser Oe CoeSTL) Developing Your Dream Home Budget + Start Planning Your Dream Home Today eee mag 1)6. Backfilling & rough grading 1 Backfill around foundation 1 Rough grade slope for drainage 1 Trench or excavate yarage founda tion, porch andl deck piers 7. Preparing for your log package Confirm exact delivery time and ‘unloading equipment requirements ® Confirm payment terms for materi- alsand delivery 1 Arrange certified checks ifrequired Prepare material storage area 1 Prepare access road 1 Assemble equipment to unload logs 8. Unloading & material storage 1 Unload materials, stack and store per instructions = Check materials against shipping manifest = Record damage and shortages as instructed 9. Erecting the log package = Choose to erect your log home your- selfor contract with a professional 10. Using technical assistance Construction manuals 1 Video andslide presentations 1 Onsite technical assistance 1 Telephone technical assistance 1 Other assistance 11. Installing the first course 1a The specifie procedure for installing the first log course will depend on the building system used. Consult your construction manual for detailed instructions. '= Lay out house by transferring floor plan to subfloor; mark locations for ‘outlets and switches on the subfloor = Review plans, dimensions and mate- rials before proceeding ‘= Install starter strip, caulking, ete. ‘= Install first course of logs, per instructions = Install door bucks, per instructions 12. Providing for electrical and plumbing systems 2 Refer to construction marwal fr hove to make provisions for installing smechanicalsystems Generally you will kill holes through lost reach outlet and switch heightsunless the holes are predrilled by your log company. 13. Stacking log walls = Many methods exist for erecting log walls, Consult your construction ‘manual for specific details. Consider: + Insulation, caulking, Foam gasket installation + Butt joints and the use of spline materials + Fastening methods and devices utting and notching for corners, required Soe eons “LOG SIDINGS! a j SSMAN Mass: per sien Oe earns *No Rodents | ‘ Teint agent wees) | info@betterthanlogs.com + www.betterthanlogs.come=— 70 | voe owe ureme | 2016 ANWUAL BUYER'S GUIDE14. Installing 16. Installing second 18. Installing gables doors & windows floor systems 1 Log-home companies offer a variety 1 Specific installation procedures = Loghonte com of gable systems Follow your ec depend on the manufacturer and ‘of second-floor systems. Cons struction manual, Topics to consider type of units. Your construction your manual for details Some + Installing solid log gable ends, manual should provide details. ‘guidelines: precut or uncut Considerations include: * Notching log walls to + Installing framed and sheathed + Trstallation of window bucks accommodate floor joists sable ends including attachment methods + Tnstalling center girders and + Dusildingaround gableend windows toallow forsettlement support posts + Maintainingplamb walla able ends * Settlementallowances + Installing dimensional, square or ++ Special bracing requirements + Creating weathertight seals round beam floor joists bptween walls bucks andjamibs + Installingsecond-Moor flooring 4g, tgtalling + Keopingbucks squareand plumb + Preparingorsecond-Noorplunbing Paof gystem + Caulking insulatingand Mashing + Secomd-loor HVAC requirements, Toot Sy STS ng ++ Installingheaders, tit nsand st — oe . 1 Methods ofhandlingsettlement log-home companies, ane! most offer 15. Completing several options. Consult your con the first-floor log walls struction manual, Make sure builders = Levelingtopcourse, preparing for -—=«17. Installing second- and subeontractors follow the manual the second floor system story log walls Options include f Header requirements and main- Determine yourneed forsealfolding + Installing conventional roof system taining level window line and hoisting equipment + Installing a roof truss system 1 Methods of handiing logs over ents for workingon _* Installing round log or square your head beam rafter systems * Collar ties, purlins, king posts, ridge beams, ete + Roof sheathing 20)6 ANKUAL BUYER'S GUIDE | LoemometteMe | 720. Installing porches & dormers 1 Installation methods vary; consult your construction manual, 21. Completing log home package = On completion ofthe logpackage, the remainder of work to complete the homes generally similar to a conven tionally framed home. Consult your construction manual to: ‘there areany’special requirements. 22. Installing interior partitions '= Interior partition framing is similar to conventional frame construction. ‘The only deviations occur when the og-home company includes settle- ‘ment spaces in interior partitions. *+ Connecting partition walls to exterior logwalls *+ Installing framing for kitchens, baths + Framing requirements for fireplaces and chimneys 23. Installing fireplaces and chimneys 1 Installing stone, block and brick work 1 Installing masonry or meta ire boxes = Installingchimney cap, mantel, hearth 24. Installing roofing 1 Installing roofing felt ‘= Installing flashing ‘= Installing shingles, metal, shakes, tile or slate 25. Installing electrical service = Installing electrical service ina log hhome is similar to conventional con- struction, Considerations include + Installing temporary service + Installing wiring outlet boxes, fixture boxes, switches, ‘vice panel, cireuit Installing light fixtures Hooking up appliances Installing heatingand A/C installing special wiring for com- puters, home theater, security 26. Installing plumbing system = The plumbingsystem in a loghome is similar to conventional construe- tion. Variations are explained in the construction manual, Basic consid- erations include installing the: + Main water supply tine + Main sewer line + Water and drain-pipes and vents + Fixturesand faucets + Special equipment such as water softeners, sump pumps, pressure relief valves 72 | voonome uvwme | 2016 ANNUAL BUYER'S GUIDE27. Installing heating & air-conditioning equipment 1 Logghomesuse th ‘sof HVAC equipment as conventional homes. 28. Installing interior wall & ceiling coverings 1 Gypsum wallboard 1 Metal comer bead tape, joint compound 1 Tongue-and-groove paneling 29. Installing exterior finish and trim = Windowand door trim asca, frieze and rake boards Sofft and porch ceilings rch posts if required © Gable louvers and soffit wets 30. Installing gutters, downspouts & splash blocks 31. Installing concrete floors, walks & drives '= Vapor and vegetation barriers ‘rushed stone einforeing wire or rods “orms and screens = Expansion joints 32. Installing interior finish & trim "= Underlayment and flooring "= Interior doorsand hardware = Interior window and door trim '= Baseboard and shoe molding "= Wall molding and chair rail = Mirrors and medicine cabinets = Tubsand shower doors = Drapery rods 33. Painting, sealing int, wood finish finishes and preservatives 34. Installing floor coverings Wood floo 35. Move into your finished log home! VU WEBSITE Most complete log home package available UWEBSITE DEALERS WANTED! 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Youcanbybe ingyour own generaleontrac- tor.A nationwide su Group of Provo, Utah, revealed that per- sons aeting as general contractor in the constructionofthelrresidencessaved an bythe Consensus average of 34 percent off the contractor price of the house To Join the more than 200,000 Americans each year who act as their ‘own general contractor, you need to determine whether you have the right stulf to take on such a project. Here are 10 leading qualifications for owners who intend to be their own GC. You come to the job each day pre- pared to fire people, if necessary. This consists of being clear about what you expect and holding subcontractors accountable for it, You are writing the check, you are in power. You stage your payments so that you ean pay for per- formance to date and release the sub if ary. You ean put your foot down ifneeded. You are somewhat famitiar with construction. You have interest in the subject of building and some aptitude, and you are willing to learn, You talk the talkof the trade. Thiscan be learned from building shows on television, from home and builder magazines to whieh you can subscribe, from interviewing subs and from observing building pro cets, among other places. Even though you may not perform a given U 7A | woonomer tvmme | 2016 ANNUAL BUYER'S GUIDE can talk about it knowledgeably. How ever, too much emphasis on building knowledge can interfere with the exer~ cise of good planning and management, your prineipal tools. You communicate well. You make lear your expectations and make cer- tain they are understood. You ean talk. to all kinds of people. You ean win loy~ alty and build relationships with the team, You are capable of makingendless phone calls to check on things You pay attention to detail. ston Churchill, who liked to lay brick ‘on his English country estate and was a competent oil painter, said, “Genius is the capacity for taking inf The tiny details done right add up to a distinetly superior house. You must beprepared to take the time to see that things are done right. You have job flexibility. Fither you or your spouse needs to spend four hours a day oF more on-site during con- struction. Many eonstruetion lenders interview their applicants about the circumstances of their employment to censure this flexibility, You have determination and problem-solving ability. You dow’t lie down at the appearance of the first knotty problem. Thereare several every ‘week during construction, You will stick with them until they are solved. You are financially motivated. Parkinson's Law is that work expands to fll the time allotted to it. A corollary is that a construction budget expands to the borrowing limitof the owner. [fyour Timit is Tow, you will be more ingenious in finding ways to meet it, You are organized. 1f not in x cral, at least for this project, you are ‘organized to. fault, You will tend tot agreements, paperwork, schedule and ‘budget tirelessly. You are a good shopper. You can tell the differenees in quality, ean find bargains and won’t overspend on any: thing. You are a good student. You can watch well and learn quickly, get answers to your questions. Ir you can meet the qualifications tohandle the job, by all means consider assuming the role of general contrac: tor. Here are 10 keys to assure the work proceeds smoothly. They are based on dozens of interviews with successful homeowners who served as general contractors on their home-building project. At Teast 1,000 hours of planning. There are 2,000 hours in a work year and it takes about six months of eare ful planning to build your own house, (Our studies indicate that if you short yourself on planning, you will save less money'and take longer to build, Written list of features. Once you start construction, you will be tempted fect des hinahionec. Realize ol fe, Visit our suebsite to bro ‘photos, or find the represent see log home ret 800.732.5564 + www.realloghomes.com info@realloghomes.cm GaQoo LOG HOMES* So nce +o come home +o” STA tuna sees LOOKS LIKE A FIREPLACE HEATS LIKE A FURNACE Page Lee Heat UpTo 3,000 Square Feet Vie tie arn ca es tty Pence need fireplace acceler is ec 2016 ANNUAL BUYER'S GUIDE | koemomE IONE | 75to make many changes to your original plan if you have not thought through your design carefully. A written list of room-by-room specifi good design and saves money. Spreadsheet budget and expense tracking. Putting all your cost esti: mates onto a computer spreadsheet instantly shows project savings. You can see what you've spent and what cost pro: Jections for the future are. You can tal advantage of bargains and limit damage from overruns, Written schedule. cer-contractors commit their project schedule to paper. Those that do invari bly Finish their projects smoother and ster. Three bids from subcontrac- tors and suppliers for each item. It takes time to get bids from subs and compare them on paper. The effort results in an improved plan and tight ales of cost, Sometimes you Very few own: find big bargains by looking for just ‘one more bidder, Signed agreements and lien releases. Many owner-contractorshave ssed regrets that they didn't get agreements in writing. A signed agree. ‘ment can be your best defense in the event of a dispute, Signed lien releases, available from yourlender, prohibitsubs ‘and suppliers from placinga lien on your new house, Buy materials directly. Most subs like to provide their own materials, but experienced owner-contractors know that it costs more that way. Buy your materials separate from labor and avoid unwanted overhead charges. When you arch for materials yourself, you find bargains, too. Constant communication with subs, One of the biggest problems with being your own general contractor is al subs won't show up as promised. The remedy is to communicate early and often with your subs, Be on-site. Being your own general contractor can be very profitable, but it is also demanding and not something to ‘be done on evenings and weekends. You ‘or your spouse must be on-site during construction to ensure that all possible steps are taken to get you a well-built home at a savings. Run a clean, organized job. It actually saves money to have a clean nd mate- construction site where tools rials aren't trampled and lost. By keep- ing the site clean, you will end up with ‘8 house that is satisfyingly el healthy to live in. @ Mark A. 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The chances oftheir giving up steady work to come help you just once are slim. Also, contractors might get better deals from suppliers they buy from regularly and in quan tity. And builders who're experienced with homes from the company provicing your log package know right off the bat what they're doing, I you build it yourself, youl ikely be learning as you.go not the most efficient way to build. Novice builders make costly mistakes, especially when they're emotionally invest ced inthe project. What's more, being your own GC or build- ing the home yourself increase your rsk of being tumed down by a ender. In shor, the financial consequences can be severe and the stress level high. That’s why most buyers prefer to hire a pro. So, where 3 Ps Cae On eee oes. www.incinolet.com 2016 ANNUAL BUYER'S GUIDE | toemamE rem | BIThere are three types of Stain: oil-based, water-based and ‘emulsions that blend the two. To- day's stains ~ avalable in a host af colors fram gray to green, blond to dark honey ~ are designed not only to give atint to your walls, but they ‘also coat the wood witha breath- ‘able layer of protection. There are many different products used to seal and protect cabins. Mader of- {erings have grawn to include time-tested formulas, new colors and eco-rienaly ‘options. The table below lists major ‘manufacturers of stains, sealants and other cabin maintenance products ‘Your builder or materials provider may also have recommendations based on your location and climate, Aix of chemi cals designed to protect against ‘a hast of environmental threats, ssuch as mold, mildow, ultraviolet raysand insects, ‘Ako Nobel (Sikkens) (866-745-5367; sikkens.us} Cabot Stains (800-877-8246; cabotstains com) ALANT: A liquid [caulk] or solid Columbia Paint & Coatings . {foam or butyl rubber] material {columbiapaint.com) sed to prevent airor water from ‘Coitvanitsh Prodocia'€o- es passing though joints. (800-305-5869; continentalprod.com) | 4% INKING: Chinkingisathickmate- y¢_ | salusedto seal the gaps between Jog courses. Traditional chinking aang Sal ; is mortar-based, but modem syn- thempshield nei} x thetic chinking is far more elastic, effective and durable, Also, taday's chinkingis available in a varity of colors, though most cabin owners. prefer a white or light color to con- trast with darker wooden materials cTA Products (877-536-1446; cherntch.com) PemadhniSatone pte ISK Blocides (WOODguard) ely (800-238-2523; woodguard.com) Minwax ¥ {800-523-9299; minwax.com) a Perma-Chink Systems CAULK: A sealant used to fil joints (800-548-3554; permachink.com) SI Rcon ee ® | and spaces between logs, Often it's clear or color that matches the Sansin Corp. K| x x X | _ tone ofthe wood. Caulk comes in MET Cees faehsannenioo) tubes or pails, and is apnted with ‘a gun in a narrow bead, The soft, ‘moist bead dries to atough elastic sealant that protects against air ‘and water infitation, ‘sashco an (800-767-5656; sashco.com) tx :ANER: Severalproductsare de- signed specifically for use on your Cabin's exterior and interior walls ‘A pressure washer with afan tip is another way to clean your walls Just start at the top and work your way downsti = vs - custom|)\/() 0 D H OM tours All Log and Timber Home Companies Are Not Created Equal UN Ni, UN bs? as Members Choose to.Set. at r . Their Standards*Higher! Pi r r] re aC Pee Mss Ye : auRiverside Dream Building a South Dakota home turns into an adventure — with a happy ending. Seton Care Sierras Cee Seems ete eens B41 woe our treme | 2016 ANWUAL BUYER'S GUIDE Story and Photos by JOE HILLIARD | i ? S |Cee es ete} Coco ccnahen Dan and Beth de- cided to build their log home on the Missouri River, little did they gly simple pro: cess held in store, They only knew that know what this seen they had long wanted one, When Beth was a child, her family visited the grand hunting camps in the Adirondacks and National Park lodges ‘out West. Dan grew up hunting and fish ing along the Missouri River in South Dakota on land thathad been inhis fam. ily for seven generations. The two even spent their honeymoon ina Colorado log cabin, The site they purchased to build on was a historic cottonwood forest on the Mi Db: ‘ouri,just south ofthe land that explored asaboy: The couple later iscovered that Lewis and Clark eamped at asitealmostdireetly across the river from them in August 1804, The couple didn’t want to use an existing plan for their home because they wanted it to be a one-of-a-kind netuary that would reflect their ideas and vision, When they would go out to dinner, they often sketched their ideas. ‘They also bought log-home magazines nd clipped pictures of features they liked. Eventually, they transferred their design ideas to graph paper and went to log-home shows in Minneapolis to find a company to help deliver their ‘great room. tis adjacent to two bathroom, and provides a grest ‘0 overlook the river and the large bedrooms and a guest ‘entertainment area. dream home. Golden Eagle Log Homes, Wiscons ‘manufacturer, offered the flexibility that they wanted. Tt translated the couple's plan into final drawings, keeping the footprint as rectangular as possible to keop the home’s cost well within budget Besides intending to build the home themselves, Dan and Beth wanted it to Deas greenas possible,so they carefully selected sustainable products, They con- dered aesthetics and design, as well as their home's impact on the environ: ment. To thatend, they installed a geo thermal heating system thatconsistsof led ‘tubingthat run underground to extract fourlarge vertical loops of liquidere eee Pe ered een Ser Into the dining room.ABOVE: The open-concept kitchen provides plenty of space for cook= Ing and entertaining. The chiseled- ‘edge quartz countertop adds a ‘natural touch to the space. LEFT: Black appliances stand out beautiully against the hickory cabinets and linoleum floor. The Elmira stove s another focal point fof the home and a guest favorite. ‘OPPOSITE: The expansive set of French doors provides a spectacu- lar View of the Missouri River and the nearby hillsheat from the earth and store it in the thermal mass ofthe Lite Form insulat- ced conerete form basement. Ten-inch, kiln-dried eastern white pine logs also increased the mass density of the home, ‘The couple des overha ned $-foot-wide roof \gs to shade direct sunlight in thesummerand collect warmth from the lower-angle winter sun. They also key as many treesas they could to add shade and keep the home cool in summer. The double: ung windows are coated with a solar film that boosts efficiency. The roof’sdark green heavy asphalt shingles provide notonly additional in sulation and sound muting, but also a beautiful vi ist to the honey- colored exterior logs, The exterior stone, laid by Dan and his sor ial eont was sourced locally. Dan and Beth chose 3/4-inch re- purposed hickory for the floors, which Dan installed, and hickory eab ts for the kitchen, The linoleum used for flooringin several areas of the home is considered asustainable resource, asis the cork floor in thedining room. Both materials feel soft underfoot but also soften sounds in the home. Tn the kiteh= cn, an Elmira Stoveworks vintagestove isa focal point where family and friends gather when thy bedrooms and loft area have carpeting that was ereated from rey atching bl tops with chiseled edges contrast with the light wood and smooth finish of the hickory cabinets. Allof the construction materials except the cork flooring were produced in North America Dan in spring 2010 while snow was still on the ground. Work proceeded smoothly until the summer rains began to fall at an alarming rate. Dan recalls that it ‘ouple entertains. The feled materi- als, Eye ‘quartz counter- nd Beth began constructionrained hard almost every third day for many weeks. The following year, win: tor snow melt and the historie rainfall LEFT: The comfortable ‘screened:-in porch allows Dan and Beth to enjoy many ‘peaceful evening sunsets, caused reservoirs upstream from the site to fill up to the point where large amounts of water had to be released ‘BELOW; TOP: The charm= Ing master bedroom is cozy ‘and features many family helt ‘The onrush washed out their road and caused floodwaters to rise dangerously close to the house. Dan had to rush to build a berm to -koep the water from reaching the house. Eventually, itrose tosueh levels that the couple had to park at a neighbor's farm. house, a mile and a haltavay, and then BELOW: Beth enjoys ‘serving gourmet meals to friends and family in the formal dining room. use asmall motorboat to cross flekds and the farmer's fences to reach their home, ‘They continued to work on the inside every day while keeping a close watch oon the rising waters. Dan periodieally got out with his skid loader to raise the height of the berm to stay above the ris. ing water, ultimately ending up 6 feet tall to keep the water out After several months, the waterbe- san torecede,and the couple was able to relax and concentrate on finishing the home. They aren’t worried about this happening again in their lifetime since hhydrologists and other experts sald they considered it to be a 50-year Flood, Dan and Beth completed their log home shortlybefore their 30th wedding anniversary. Manyof the tems they used tofurnish itareantiques and heirlooms fromboth sides ofthe family, Dan's toys and fishing-hun ng gear from his youth also fill the rooms. Several items were repurposed, sueh as the large mirror in the master bath, which once hung in Dan’s mother's home, and an antique Jeebox that now holds ehina, A from the late 1800s hangs high up in the rafters of the great room. ‘The home stands today along the Missouri River as a testament to the couple's pioneer spirit, Besides building the home themselves, they stood up to nature's adversity to create the sanctu- ary they call home. @Posten a be oop rey Ven) Eee See (not counting basement) cre ee eee Log Provider: Golden Eagle Log Homes (800-270-5025, goldeneagleloghomes.com) Bortz onmina SR cd eee) See eg eae e;cans sometimes forget that Canada also has along logtradition, This Ontario home exemplifies the craft Itfeatures eastern white pine logs, hewn S-by-12-inches square, finished rough ‘on the outsides and smooth inside, with tight Fittingdovetail corners. The dove- tailing is an interior highlight as well, providing. focal point in every room. Tt alsoincorporates elaborate timber fram: ing insideand out that adds.“ wow” fac- tor, particularly at the rear of the home facing the swimming pool. ‘The owner's objective was a prima- ry residence that would be practical {or entertaining, as well as for day-to- day Family life, The open layout allows ample room for gathering inside and outside on exposed and covered decks. Big windows assure abundant natural light throughout. The most noticeable featureis the diningroom turret, which features custom timber ceiling truss. The light-filled space below is used as ahome office. ‘Though modest in size (486 square feet on the main level, 1486 square feet in the finished basement), it doesn’t serimp on finishing touchesand ameni- ichievable because the homeowner builtit himselt, ‘The home isan example of custom design that worked out so well that its now a model plan, Green Woods. Ttean eviewed and downloadedat thewehsite confederationloghomes.com. @OPPOSITE: The dining room ABOVE Contemporary fur- celebrates big timbers and _nishings brighten the great ‘the log-building craft. room, which opens to the kitchen and leads to the LET: The front view dis- ining room beyond. plays the multiple rooflines, ‘imber-frame entry and dining room turrat. HOME DETAILS ‘Square footage: 2,372 Bedrooms: 3(1 on main level) Baths:2.5 ‘Log Provider & Designer: 1867 Confederation Log & Timber Frame MAIN LEVELFind everything you need to build your dream wood home THE — all under one roof! workshops. Lear the ins and outs of creating (J a custom wood home by attend- 5. 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Garage 878 sq. ft. 2016 ANNUAL BUYER'S GUIDE | toewometremes | 17c i GALLERY _ eset At Timberhaven Your Dream... Our Passion SCD ar ean ero Presere o e c for how we do business, No matter Seay to make your dream log home a reality, ST ee ea Eee CTOs eee Cs eae Pe ee eee Cree eon ‘each step of the process. We take Pe services and whole-heartedly enjoy ee ead you need to make an informed Cece en ae for you and your family. reir eeteu re ccc Slate ce Mo Me-ls Cela PEN eU a Tes ee shee LoL ks) Sa CoCr (efYeoKI A G44. 4 Bedroom, 1.5 Baths, Total Sq. Ft: 1,140 cc | CHEYENNE Be a eed ies.ne en) ace Mo enrol Cree ae Mee Remon Rod frame porch, ungraded sacond floor dack, hand rails & porch posts. Sliding door & curved transom window, catwalk & Corea ae sno De ea reer ete! een suto with its own private a ee ene eet eerie ee ees ee | a eae ES Soran) Reger toomameuive | 118THE INDY 36 iE The Indy features an open-concept great room that features exposed purlins and a beautiful fireplace. The convenient first floor master suite offers a full bath and spacious walk-in closet. Upstairs a catwalk connects the 2 bedrooms that each have their own bath. Upper Level foc 1 i. Eee CEDAR LOG HOMES le t Ward Cedar Log Homes lt a PO. Box 72 Houlton, ME 04730 Ler r Phone: 800-341-1566 Fax: 207-532-7806 Main Level | e-mail: info@wardcedarloghomes.com www.wardcedarloghomes.com Offering Full log and half log 120 | voomometivne | 2016 ANNUAL BUYER'S ovIDEz ° Imagine Movins ey ‘ In ss ; an 3 Mont, a ~ Willow Creek 4 Total Living Area: 1624 sq. ft. For those with little patience and budget, but want the most energy-efficient log home built in eight weeksor less from when you place your order. Give us a call to learn more about our unique construction process and the new Willow Creek 4. ~ Scale-back your hassles, not _your expectations. CLL Sey whispercreekloghomes.com 2015 ANMUAL BUYER'S GUIDE | xoomamELiVG | 121(gaa MO Se LO) 8 oy Gp) 0 cme 5. Four so soca wos Dn ca pe eA Os mee (ata) a NR Sse a TD RSet es _Disidine ogTnbr yd Prd Selon eae arate Nicer tere rats ee tie : Lame eer feta ea tid 3 eae ee ey EXPLORE HUNDREDS OF CUSTOW DESIONSIN ALL SLES AND STYLES ON OUR WEBSITE LOG HOMES | ROTAISCONSTI Te (OTT Sco 122 | woomamznivme | 2036 annuai BuvEn's ovioEPALACHIAN www.applog.com Greenbrier II Modified ‘no bedroons and afull bath upsias led to baleory cverioosng the spacious pect room bel. Downstairs holiays and gtherngs inthe warm nd welooming {7021 oom wil spl ox ono 28-fot deck. Smart {aff low pater ofthe hchen ino the cre re, uy arc garage keeps tings mening ths compact yet rand lg home. Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 21.2 Square Footage: 1,752 Package Price: Call for prices ‘Appalachian Log Structures PO. Box 614 + Ripley WV 25271 866-L0G-HOME + 304-372-6410 fax: 304-372-3154 e-mail: info@mail.applog.com wwsnapplog.com First Floor Second Floor BK LOG HOMES onto, FL 005333566 Mountain View ‘The Mountain View offers a spectacular view ofthe great outdoors from nearly every room n the house. The main floor is open and spacious with doors opening out to the ‘open deck and gazebo, The master bedroom suite ison this flor with 2 doo opening to large covered porch far a great ‘view a the propery. Upstairs has aot, two bedrooms and, bath Walle out basement optional Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 ‘Square Footage: 1,800 BK Cypress Log Homes: P.0. Box 191 Bronson, FL 32621 EEE 800-553-1564 gee ‘e-mail: infowbkeypress.com eee Ce First Floor ‘Second Floor 2015 ANNUAL BUYER'S GUIDE | toawomeuiwmMG | 123Palisade 3 Bedrooms + 2 1/2 Baths Upper Level” 1,272 2q. fe urself the place where creativity and craftsmanship go hand in hand ee ae kon amen ce eee Log Homes 7) The Seven Gables The Seven Gables floar plan is 3062 sq fet of living space and is one ofthe most popular floor plans Gastineau offers. The great room windows provide breathtaking views and bring pienty of natural light into the home. Te main level has. {an open concept which alle for everyone ta interact when tetertaining oF making dinner, No need ta climb stairs as the rt level has everything needed to ve. The master bedroom, . ‘master bath, walk in closet, utlty room, Ye bath and garage are allonthe first level. The second story flooeis bult with exposed {xi and 6x8 oak beams and the rot is completely vaulted. The second level has 2 bedrooms, 1 bath and aloft. The lft gives you your views out ofthe gable end windows. This modal s also available in a smaller 2500 sq, foot version called the Seven Gables 2. The Seven Gables model is able to be toured at your convenience. To schedule a tour ofthis home, give usa call. Bedrooms: 3 Bae BE Baths: 25 ‘Square Footage: 3,062 Fi < Gastineau Log Homes 10423 Old Highway 54 New Bloomfield MO 65063 800-654-9253 » 573-896-5122 + fax: 573-896-5510 __ email: sales@oakloghome.com + www.oakloghome.com First Floor ‘Second Floor 124 | voomomesivme | 2016 aunuat BuvER's ouIDEThe Retreat This Bucks County hand-crafted Timberlake fog home has large hewn wall lags up to 23” tall and features a SIPS and stone office wing with a timber frame roof system. Mortise {and tenon exposed joinery is featured throughout the home, including the special 21/4” thick Heart Pine entry door Bedrooms: 3 eas Baths: 2 ‘Square Footage: 2,423 Hearthstone Inc. 1630 East Hwy. 25/70 Dandridge TN 3725 l 800-247-4442 ae ~~ fax: 865-397-9262 eceesnstee Cd e-mail: sales2@hearthstonehomes.com thstonehomes.com First Floor Second Floor INTERNATIONAL HOMES © ca® 1c ESTES RANCH Open and spacious rooms witha lot of natural light. The Estes Ranch design provids comfortable “great room” living, With an orientation toward that special view. Ps Bedrooms: 3 fl Baths: 31/2 Square Footage: 2586 Main Floor Lower Floor 1.8007677674_360.6688511 ihcwihoccom www.cedarleadercom 2016 ANNUAL BUYER'S GUIDE | eemomELIvmG | 125y Ff, \ THe “EAGLE” ih == Outfitters 877-944-LOGS (5647) Deaters In USA & CaNapa Second Floor First Floor 126 | voomomenivme | 2036 annual BUYER'S oUIDEThe Silverado This 3 bedroom, 2 bath, award-winning eabin combines a Unique twist of traditional and modern styles ts design maximizes the use of space and allows fora private ‘getaway in the master suite. shed dormer covers the rear Of the home allowing for plenty of headroom and adcitional natural light, Two gable dormers grace the front, not only ‘adding floor space to the home but, qlving the home the traditional cabin feel, The spacious wraparound porch gives plenty of outdoor living areas to enjoy. The “Siverado' received the "Cabin ofthe Year" award from Field & Stream Magazine. Available in Cedar. Cypress or Pine and a variety ‘of log profiles this home wil truly serve your family and friends every need, Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 ‘Square Footage: 2184 Package Price: Call for prices fax: 252-454-1550 e-mail: info@logcabinhomes.com wwwlogeabinhomes.com No Twisting, No Chinking! The Most Stable Timber Home Available! Second Floor First Floor PAN ABODE cébar Howes panabodehomes.com 800-782-2633 info@ panabodchome: ‘ign, Premium Mate: Home Packages shipped Worldwide. Main Floor iew #1711 1711 sqft. Total ~ 56" x 33° 3 Bedrooms 2 Bath One of several STD. Models available featuring Roof and Window variations. 206 ANNUAL BUYER'S GUIDE | togmomeniviMG | 127AVA I CY Ph ad FL ad. to] 4 | | 4 4 C) n a E 7] & i) =] a < LJ Over 1,400 handcrafted log and timber buildings shipped worldwide! 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KOSKI LOG HOMES Koski Log Homes (35993 U.S. Highway 45 ‘Ontonagon MI 49953 906-884-4937 -moljeryoskincharternet pry ‘www koskiloghomes.com ARCHITECTS & DESIGNERS DIRECTORY Holmes - King - Kallquist & Associates, Architects LLP ‘Winether it's a country estate, oa lakeside cottage, we provide innovative design and quality detaling combined with a unique ‘Synthesis of ou cents’ needs, taste and our knowledge of cuirent design and construction. We recognize that qual projects ‘annat occur without quality clients and welcome a high level of a 315-476-8371 « info@hkkarchitects.com ikkarchitects.com 132 | voommenivie | 2016 ANNUAL BUYER'S GUIDE MossCreek Custom You spent yeers reaming of your new home. tt MossCreek Custom, every nev design stars by ‘walang your sit and ‘sketching your new ‘home along with you Noone otters the personal service of Mosscreek Why bust your home design to ‘anyone ese? We Otal aid 800-737-2166 « info@mosscreek.net mosscreek.netINDUSTRY DIRECTORY Log Home Company here are 49 log home companies (bath manufacturers and handerafters) listed in this directory These companias are advertisers inthis publication You can find ade tional log home companies and handerafters in the Stateby-State Directory section of this magazines Marketplace beginning on page so Each advertiser has a onethitd page list ing, The companies are given the opportunity to wit their vu stings, We feel this allows read- ‘ersto make comparative judgments based an the producers own words we do reserve the ight ‘dit tings and challenge tatements ‘Asa publisher i isnt possible to guarantee ‘that all log home producers listed are “good” ‘companies that will always satisty al their cus tomers. We do, however reserve the right to refuse to list companies with histories of con- ‘sumer complaints. We regulary write to Better Business Buresus and state attorneys general offices requesting the names of companies with Directory complaint records We encourage you to ite ‘us about unsatitatory experiences youve had ‘with leghome producers. Buying Advice We donot rate oF recommend individual eompa ies We believe the formation provided inthis publication should adequately prepare buyers to slet companies and products that best suit theirneeds Key to the Directory Each listing contains the following information bout the companyts name adarestelephone and fax numbers emall and web addresses, the names of sales representatives the companys ‘marketing areas (see map below a description ofthe company’s product hterature and a brief Gescription of the companyis products and ser ies. Each listing also contains an ilutaton cor photograph ofthe producer carne detail or fished home MARKET AREA KEY ‘DECODING THE LOG HOME UNIVERSE (evra yu wea OF Cae yarns 1867 CONFEDERATION LOG & TIMBER FRAME PO, Box 9 Bobcaygeon, ON KOM 1A0 Canada 877-GO-2-LOGS (462-5647) 705:738-513i fax: 705°7385283 e-mail info®confederationioghomes.com \www.confederationlognomes.com Rick Kinsman, Owner Market Areas Company information Ort tne, corona eens cart oy Semana e Eonitnaaaonmsess, Soe eeraee, Seas em ose ay Soaps Be la am spear tee ran ta ater shew tees staan water ono peti 3 Marketed as 186) Covfedeaton Log & er Soe eee aa eae eee We csteeayaren Gs sees ae fara? 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