Log homes are beautiful and for many they have been a lifelong dream.  Like any home, they require maintenance.  It’s just a different kind of maintenance.  

There are many types of foundations that you can choose when building your log home.  They are selected based on preference and what your building site allows.  Whichever foundation you choose, it is important to construct it properly so you have a solid base for your log home.  Let’s take a look at the choices you have.

Log cabin kits are perfect for people who want to build their own home but require help designing a floorplan and milling/preparing the logs.
But what should you know before buying a kit?
Read on to discover our three top tips.

Decades ago there were only a handful of log home companies.  Today that number is in the hundreds.  When thinking of building a log home, there are many questions to be answered.  What wood species do I want to go with?  How do I know which company to chose?  Do I want milled logs or handcrafted?  How do I want my floor plan laid out?  What’s included in my log home?  Who will build it?

 

With any type of home, the home will require some maintenance.  Log homes require a different type of maintenance.  You can save yourself a lot of work if you plan ahead and design your home properly.  Think about roof overhangs, porches, keeping the home off the ground, and proper landscaping.