MOUNTAIN HOME BLOG

Tips For Preventing Termites

Posted on | log homes |Leroy Walker
You would think that a log home would be a big attraction for termites, but luckily they are no more susceptible to termite invasion than a wooden framed home. In fact, if termites do for some reason take up residence in your log home, it is much easier to detect at an early stage and therefore prevent extensive damage. In any case, there are positive steps you can take...
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5 Myths About Log Homes

Posted on | Log Homes |Josh Horner
There are many benefits to living in a log home, from its beauty and warmth to the more simple pleasures like being able to hang a picture without a stud finder. Maybe you really like the idea of living in a log home but are afraid to pull the trigger because of some information you’ve heard. We know there are many misconceptions about log homes, and we hope to set some...
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5 Reasons living in a log home is for you

Posted on | log homes |Josh Horner
When it comes to choosing a type of home to set up in, it’s tough to beat a log home. Living in a log home is a fantastic experience for so many reasons and we’re going to take a look at some of the best ones. Here are five great reasons why the life of a log home owner is right for you. 1. Be an individual Everyone lives in the same bricks and mortar style homes. Sure,...
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How green are log homes?

Posted on | log homes |Leroy Walker
When you are deciding if owning a log home is the right choice for you, there are probably a few things you are going to factor in. One of those might be how eco-friendly log homes are. To some, log homes do not have the environmental impact that they might like because of the amount of natural resources they can use. However, before making any assumptions about a log h...
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Considering a log home? Use the fall and winter to plan!

Posted on | log homes |Leroy Walker
If you've decided that building a log home is in your future, you are incredibly lucky. Log homes are coveted for their beautiful, natural look and cozy feeling. While fall and winter aren't exactly the best times to break ground on a home, there is so much to do before you actually start the process of building that this cooler time has become the best time to start pl...
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Considering the floor plan of your dream log home

Posted on | Log Homes |Leroy Walker
Finding a floor plan for your log home is the first step into turning that dream into a reality. It's easy to imagine yourself in a new home, but it can be hard to actually put those visions down on paper. Before you dig in too much though, there are a few things to consider. Think of the natural lighting patterns You'll want your home to be as energy efficient and co...
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The Importance of Defensible Space

Posted on | Log Homes |Josh Horner
Preparing a house in case of a fire is something that many homeowners naturally do. You keep fresh batteries in your smoke detectors, have an exit strategy for every room in the house, and have extinguishers checked yearly. But if you live in a log home in the wildland-urban interface, you're going to have to take a few extra precautions by implementing what's known as ...
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Protecting Your Log Home From Intruders

Posted on | Log Homes |Josh Horner
Always Assume You Are A Target! Your log home is, more than likely, the biggest financial investment you have made so far in your lifetime. Maintaining it, like any traditional home, requires a concerted effort to make sure it remains in pristine condition. When building a log-home, insightful buyers are aware of any number of proactive measures that need to be taken to...
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DIY Outdoor Lighting Ideas

Posted on | Log Homes |Josh Horner
Funky and Fun! Ok, you want to add some lighting ambiance to your patio, deck or porch—no problem! In fact, these ideas require absolutely no electrical knowledge but only a desire to put together some inventive lighting ideas that will leave your friends and family saying: “I LOVE what you’ve done—this is amazing!” If ease, functionality and fun are the requisites of ...
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Smart Energy Solutions for Your Log Home

Posted on | Log Homes |Josh Horner
Let the Savings Begin! Building a new log home is the ultimate dream for many American families; and the American Institute of Architects states that there are well over 500,000 log homes in the United States with 90% of them being used as primary residences.   Additionally, log-home sales have doubled to $1.7 billion since 1995; and it brings up the question: “What are...
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How To Build A Treehouse—Basics First!

Posted on | Log Homes |Leroy Walker
It’s almost hard to believe that tree houses, intended for adult occupancy, actually exist; but they do! Like any traditional home built on land, tree houses can be massive and multistoried or they can be modest, depending on how much money one is willing to spend. In Oregon, there is a tree-house that is a Bed & Breakfast resort--Vertical Horizons Tree House Paradi...
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The Best Places to Build A Log Home

Posted on | Log Homes |Leroy Walker
Whoa Baby! Trying to narrow down which locations the in the United States would qualify as “the best places to build a log cabin” is like asking “What are the most delicious flavors of ice-cream?”   It, obviously, becomes very subjective. But that’s OK since there’s fun in just learning more about some areas of our great country that most of us have never heard of befor...
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