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Before breaking ground on your own log home project, check out our log home building tips, put together to offer expert advice on hiring professionals, choosing materials and navigating the construction process.

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7 Home Inspection Strategies to Consider Before Purchasing a Log Home
Here are a few top inspection tips when considering purchasing an existing log home or cabin.
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The Keys to a Log Home Renovation
Finding that “diamond in the rough” property is all the rage these days. But what does it take to go through a log home renovat...
Creating a Getaway to Share
Real people. Real solutions.
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Laying the Groundwork for Success
Every strong and beautiful log home starts with a solid foundation.
Speaking the Language of a Log Home Builder
Use the right terminology to communicate exactly what you want to your log home builder.
How to Build Your Log Home on a Difficult Site
In this download we share some specific cases of tricky sites and how to make them work.
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When to Consider When Building a Log Home on the Water
It's no secret waterfront properties make idyllic settings for log homes. But there are a few things you should keep in mind wh...
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14 Tips for Building a Log Home in Snow Country
When the weather outside is frightful, the most important thing is to have a strong structure around you, especially if you’re ...
Make Sure Your Log Home is Built to Last
Thanks to building systems, modern log homes can stand up to even the toughest assailants nature can throw at them.
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Choosing a Log Home Builder
10 key things to consider when recruiting the person who will build your log home.
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Benefits of a Log Home Dealer
A builder/dealer may be your main link to your log home producer.
How to Choose Your Log Home Producer
With hundreds of exceptional log home manufacturers and handcrafters out there, how do you choose? Here’s how to find a log home producer that can make your home just the way you want it.
What is a Log Building System?
In addition to its superior good looks, a log building system works a little differently than conventional construction. Here’s how.
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Expert Tips for Planning a Log Home Addition
Calculating a log home addition doesn’t have to be difficult. Follow these builder’s tips and you can score an A+.
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Building a Pond at Your Log Home
Incorporating a water feature like a pond at your log home can add tranquility, life and value.
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Help Your Log Home Builder Help You
For them to be truly effective and build your dream log home, there are a few things you can do to help your builder help you.
Scott McGillivray's Log Home Tips
This popular HGTV and DIY Channel host has a strategy to help you get the log home you’ve been longing for. Read on for Scott McGillivray's log home tips.
5 Tips For a Long Distance Log Home Build
You are here. Your dream is there. Here’s how to make a long distance log home build a success.

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