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Expert advice for building a log home or log cabin, including advice on log home construction, energy-efficient building, roofing options, windows, insulation tips, wood & log choices, landscaping and log home kit options.

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Dirt to Done: The Best Laid Plans
With feet firmly grounded in the present but an eye turned toward the future, the Ducharmes embark on one of the most exciting parts of the log home process: design.
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Curb Enthusiasm: Breaking Down Exterior Styles
From mountain-modern to midcentury, we identify the exterior details that define 5 favorite exterior styles.
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Dirt to Done: The Maine Event
Our popular project chronicle is back with a brand-new log home! Follow along the journey of planning, designing and building a c…
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Stay Grounded in a Single-Story Home
For years, single-story homes have topped future owners’ most-wanted lists. Here’s what you need to know to craft the perfect uni…
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Exploring the Advantages of Engineered Timbers For Your Log Home
Engineered timbers offer log home buyers another wood option.
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Your Guide to Log Home Roofing
Here's how to ensure your roof is safe, attractive AND energy efficient:
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Chinking 10
That “white stuff” between the logs plays a much larger role than helping to identify a log home from the pack. The key to its su…
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Our Top Tips for Energy Independence
There are a lot of really good reasons to go off the grid. Just be sure you have the right approach.
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The Essential Homesteader's Garden
Prep, grow, can, eat: Plant now for feasts throughout the year.
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Your Guide to Off-Grid Homes
Ready to go off-grid? Here's what you need to know to plan, build and enjoy an off-grid home!
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Expert Advice: Managing Expectations While Building a Custom Home
Building a dream home in the real world may feel at odds at times, but a healthy attitude and practical approach will help you he…
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What to Know About Hybrid Homes
Want a natural-yet-eclectic-yet-classic place to call home? Going hybrid just might be the answer.
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Pro Tips for a More Resilient Log Home
Log and timber homes are strong by their very nature. Here's how to make them even stronger.
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What Is Log Grading, and Why Should You Care?
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Q+A: Is a Natural Look Possible With a Metal Roof?
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Does Log Size Affect House Size?
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Where Your Energy-Consumption Dollars Go
Plus, how to save both energy and money.
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Dirt to Done: The Big Reveal
This Wisconsin bachelor pad set the stage for romance and, now, married bliss in this final installation (the big reveal!) of our…
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Dirt to Done: Finish Strong
As Zach Parmeter's home building journey winds down, get inspired with a glimpse at the interior finishes of his log-and-timber h…
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Is a Tankless Water Heater Right for You?
Bar IV Log Homes Consulting
On-Demand Webinar: Should You Hire a Log Home Consultant?
Calm Your Fears, Protect Your Budget with a Log Home Consultant
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Dirt to Done: Choosing Exterior Materials
A smart selection of materials come together on the exterior of this half-log hybrid home.
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3 Ways to Go Green
Want to save energy and money? This sage advice will get you started.
Deluxe to Ultra - Upgrades That Add Up
Deluxe to Ultra - Upgrades That Add Up
How a few design decisions can make a big difference - both in the feel and final price of your home.
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Crash Course: Milled Log Homes
Unless you’re living in the Rocky Mountain region or the Canadian wilderness, most of the log homes you see are milled.
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Dirt to Done: Mechanical Matters
Select and position your home's utility systems carefully to ensure day-to-day comfort, improve efficiency and reduce long-term c…
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Benefits of Using a High-Quality Finish on a Log Home
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