Why Ward: Cedar Log Homes Built for Generations
Deciding to build a log home is a big step, and there’s a lot to think about. From the design and materials to the team you trust to bring it all together.
At Ward Cedar Log Homes, we’ve been working alongside families since 1923, using Northern White Cedar and offering flexible plans, practical guidance, and a wall system built for lasting comfort.
Our legacy isn’t just about history. It’s about the thousands of families we have guided, step by step. See why families across generations trust Ward Cedar for their forever homes.
Our Past. Your Future.
We’ll guide you through the planning steps so you can move forward with clarity.
Most homeowners compare more than floor plans. They want to know if the company will be clear, helpful, experienced, and up-front about what comes next.
- Can I customize the plan? With Ward, you can start with an existing design, modify one, or create something more personal.
- What is included in the package? A log home package should be clear before you move forward. Ward helps you understand what is included, what is not, and what decisions come next.
- Will the home stay tight and comfortable? Ward’s Comfort System 5 is designed to help protect against drafts, wind, and moisture.
- Will I have support after the sale? Ward has been helping homeowners for more than 100 years and continues to support customers beyond delivery.
A better log home starts with a clearer plan.
The Ward Way: Step-by-Step Log Home Building Process
A better building experience starts with knowing what comes next
A log home project can feel overwhelming when you are trying to sort through plans, budgets, builders, materials, financing, and timing. Ward helps make the process easier to follow by giving you clear steps and guidance along the way.
Dream – Design – Build
Dream it with us. Design your log home together. Build it for generations.
Whether you are starting with one of our log cabin floor plans or designing a fully custom log home, our team will guide you every step of the way. From your very first ideas to long after move-in day, we’ll be here for you.
More Than a Package
The materials matter. The guidance matters too.
When you choose Ward, you’re choosing more than a log home package. You’re choosing a partner who will be here for the long run. We’ve been providing packages continuously since 1923. When you’re making a long-term investment, consistency matters.
- Over 100 years of proven trust in building cedar log homes
- Ongoing support, guidance, and maintenance resources
- A team proud to stand behind every log home package we deliver
That’s confidence you can feel every time you walk through your front door.
Cedar Log Home Construction: Why Your Home Lasts
The Comfort System 5™
At Ward, cedar isn’t just a material; it’s the backbone of a building system that has been proven for more than a century. Every home is crafted from Northern White Cedar and built using our exclusive Comfort System 5™, designed for strength, comfort, and long-term protection.
- Precision Dado Joints
Each log is cut to overlap the next, locking together for a stronger, more energy-efficient fit. This creates a tighter wall system. - Exterior Caulking Groove
Every log features a subtle ¼” groove, adding a second line of defense against wind and water. It’s a safeguard that keeps your home dry and comfortable. - Five Key Elements Working Together
The Comfort System 5™ combines air-dried cedar logs, tongue-and-groove joinery, an internal foam gasket barrier, an external foam backer rod, and perma-chink energy seal exterior caulking. Together, these details create one of the most trusted log home systems, keeping your home straight, tight, and delivering comfort year after year, and standing the test of time.
What Our Homeowners Say
Families choose Ward for different reasons. Some are drawn to cedar, and others want flexibility. While some want a company with history. What they often remember most is the guidance, care, and attention to detail along the way.
“We designed our 3,000 square-foot Ward Cedar Log Homes ranch in less than three months! Jane’s skilled eye for detail, combined with her enthusiasm, made the process smooth. We are now living our dream.”
H.G., Southbury
CT.
“Not only do I recommend Ward Cedar Log Homes, I ask anyone who is considering new construction to take a look at Ward. The company reps are easy-going and know their business. Members of my build crew visited the mill and were very impressed with everyone’s commitment to excellence – from design, to milling, to loading the product for transport. They take their time and do things right. The product is an excellent blend of age-old, and modern, technologies – tried and true systems with the advantage of computer design and milling. The design process could only be easier if there weren’t so many options. One can build from standard designs or create a dream house with as many facets as desired.”
Patrick
Ready to Build Your Dream Home?
Every great log home starts with a conversation. Tell us about your land, your lifestyle, and the log cabin home you’ve been dreaming of, and we’ll help you see what’s possible.
