Log Home Building Process
The log home building process begins by determining
the species and size of log that a client wishes to use. We hand select each and every log for your home, once selected your logs are then shipped to our building yard and hand-peeled with a drawknife, preserving the natural character of the logs, like no machine can.
After all the logs are peeled we then measure the length and diameter of each log and label them. We use these numbers to determine exactly what size sill log to start with and what our desired height of each course should be. With all our numbers figured we can now cut the sill logs and begin constructing your log home.
Once the sill logs are cut and placed exactly where they need to be we can now proceed to scribe and cut all of the wall logs using the shrink-fit saddle notch* and double-scribe long groove.*
A shrink-fit saddle notch is cut to fit a reshaped log where the vertical sides have been carved back to create
two flat planes at approximately 45 degrees. This notch combined with the effects
of shrinkage and compression will get tighter over time, where as other notches loosen up and become unstable.
Double scribed long grooves are created by making precision cuts into the top and bottom of logs following their lengths. This is done so that the logs can retain their original contour and seal themselves from the elements without the aid of caulk or chink.
Log Home Building Process
Once the log walls are to height we can then begin the layout and construction of the second floor and the log roof support system
With your log package now complete, we label each log,
disassemble the building onto semi trailers and haul it to your building site.
When the semi trailers arrive at your site we unload the logs and reassemble them onto your foundation. Once your log shell is in place we can then cut out all your door and window openings, sand log ends and do any finishing touches that are necessary. We then allow the general contractor to come in and help with the completion of your new home.
