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Log Home Repair / Replacement

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Just bought what appears to be a kit log home (26x20 square). It is approximately 20 years old. There is substantial rot (mostly due from moisture and some from termite ...termite damage/treatment has been addressed).
The log cabin sits on a concrete foundation w crawlspace (not a slab).
The rot is in some of the critical corner areas.......my question is ..."how in the word can this be repaired or at least stabilized"?
Is it possible to jack up the logs and replace the critical rotted sectio

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Hello my name is Colin. I work for a company and all we do is strip and re-stain log homes. We live in Northern Michigan so their is a lot of cabins here.
In most cases we sand blast the old stain off the house sand it with nylon osborn brush's and then do a double coat of stain most of the time it is sikken's stain. What I would most like to know is a lot of these houses are not very old 3-10 year's old.I have came upon a lot of them that have sap leaking out we have tried many things to ge

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I have some hollow rotten logs on the north side of my log cabin. Ive scooped out all of the rot. Can I fill this void with concrete?

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Is dismantling a log home tricky and do you need any special tools? I was given a log home that I have to move with very little money but have plenty determination. The log home had a gable roof. 26'x32' dimensions,tongue and groove with spikes and approx.25yrs.old 8"round. Only logs standing now.

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Some of the bottom logs of our home have sun damage. The logs have very tiny cracks & are darker than the other logs making it hard to stain and look good. It is only on one side of our home.We thought our wrap around porch would protect the logs.Can we sand the logs or what can we do?

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Hi, We have a log home over a 100 yrs. old--would like to add a large window in one of the log walls..What is the best way to get started.. Or should I forget about it...Thanks for your help...

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Why are my Basement ceiling joists dripping with saplike substance ?

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How do you restore a full length log that has log rot and keep the full length without resorting to a butt joint in order to repair? Thank you.

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What is the best way to remove exterior varathene in preparation to refinishing my log cottage and what would be the best finish to use to refinish??
thanks.

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I am building a log cabin accessory building. I am not sure on how to do the windows because of the settle gap. I have two 2 by 4's with slots for the settle gap. Now I need to frame the windows. How do I attach them especially at the top so that they are secure.
Thank you
Terry

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Hi,
We have a log home (red and white pine), and have found powdery dark brown streaks on some of the logs on the inside, and little piles of the dust on top of the lops. It looks almost like cocoa. There is a fair bit of this substance. It has been very hot a humid lately. Any ideas what this could be?

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I have a older log cabin house.I am redoing some of the rooms in it and noticed that a wall in a room is bowing out.I found out it has been this way for 15+ yrs. but I am being told to replace the whole wall now.I am not sure what to do.If it's been this way for a long time I think it would be ok to stay for a bit longer,but then on the other hand I don't want it to fall.I wasn't expecting to spend this amount of money at this time.What should I do?

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Can buy a 200 yr.old 24' by 24' log house at what I feel is a very good price, but don't have any idea on cost to tear down and more about 70 miles. Would like to know what the going price is because I don't want to purchase and then find out tearing down and moving is not within my budget. Live in Berea, Ky.

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Who do you recommend for log siding replacement in the Joplin Missouri area? I have some rot issues with some of the logs on my home. Not bad, but they need to be replaced. They range in length about 4 or 5 feet, by about 6 inches high, and about 3 or 4 inches thick. Plus 1 or 2 corner logs.
Thank you!

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I live in the Cincinnati/Dayton, OH area and own a 3 y/o log home. We need to restain, but one side of the house is peeling badly and starting to blacken. Should we contact a mold specialist and/or can you recommend a restoration/refinishing company in this area?

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The owner of the log home we're purchasing cut off the ends of the logs on the corners to install vinyl siding. We wish to remove the siding to restore back to log exterior. What options are there to repair the corners for appearance purposes? Are there log end pieces that could be purchased and affixed to the cut off ends or is there a better option? Thank you.

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I have a 35 year old full lof home. I have rot in a few logs from lack of rain gutter on that side of the building. It has been suggested that I could chisel out the rot, put a sealant and then apply a half log as closely matched to mine as possible. I do not see any rot or softening of the wood on the interior. Is this a resonable solution?

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I am is the process of finishing a three story log home. I was thinking of installing a deck. We have logs at about a 18 inch diameter and are worried about rot. Would you recommend a porch or a deck? We are in northern Michigan in the snow belt.

Thanks!

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I have a 24 year old cabin and would like to replace the existing windows. Cabin is 10", milled, round logs. The window openings are framed out with 2X10. I am planning on measuring the existing opening and have new, custom windows made to fit the 2X10 rough openings. Do you have a window type and or manufacture you would recommend. vinyle, fiberglass, aluminum clad? Current windows are wood interior and exterior with wood brick mold trim, double hungs. I would like to have a maintenance f

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I have ponderosa pine peeled log columns on the exterior of my new construction. I would like a glossy finsh that will seal, protect and last. What product would be best for this application?

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Thinking of buying 2500sq' 2001 home w/extensive rot in logs. They were painted on outside, poly-coated on inside. Rot hasn't made it to inside. Would covering the outside w/board and batton let the logs dry out. prevent further damage? Should I paint the logs w/wood preservative? Any advice?

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I have a log on the very bottom of the cabin with water damage how do I replace

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what can be done to remove funges from porch main beams?

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On the second story of my log home the outside walls have bowed out about 1 1/2". It is four years old. Is this cause for concern or par for the course in a log home? I live in Alaska.

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I am currently planing to build a log home using 6"x8" double flat (flat inside and out) tounge and grove white pine logs. the outer dimensions of the house will be 20' wide and 30' long, basically the base of the house will be a rectangle. I have umlimited access to a very old stand of white pines, and also a lumbermate 2000 13 hp saw mill, the only problem is the mill will only cut logs up to 13' long. Ive strategacly placed windows and doors to make up the distance, as best i can, for most

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I have a Northern white cedar log home on Smith Mountain Lake near Roanoke Va. We recently had a fire and am looking for a company to do the reconstruction. Can you help.

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I have a log home at the ocean where there is lot of wind. I,ve notice that when it rains and is windy the butt joints leak water inside the home. I would like to know the best way to seal the leaking joints ?

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I have a 100+ year old historic log barn in the Wyoming mountains. Some of the logs have a bit of rot. I just want to preserve the barn. Is there something I can put on the logs to preserve them?

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i stain my deck every year with flood cwf clear. but sunday i stained it and it has rained now that is drying there are white streaks on the deck. what can i do?

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I have a 15 year old log cabin in ohio and it is made of pine. I stained cabin and put insecticide for carpenter bees but they still are around. I went to the cabin this week and found a woodpecker severely damaged the logs getting at the larvae i guess the wholes are big can they be repaired or do i need to replace?

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We have been given a 30 year old log home. We need to move it off the property. What would you suggest as to the best way to move it, as a whole or each log individually by numbering the logs?

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We have been very fortunate to purchase (for $1.00!)
a 1930,s CCC 30x60 vertical log lodge in Mi. It is in remarkable condition. We need to dismantle and bring down state to our lake property. Recomendations?

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i own a 30 yr old log home.i have some soft(rotted)right next to my wall unit AC.i believe either water is coming from the unit or splashing off the roof on to the ac and the wall.there are a few logs involved.i have never heard of half logs .how do they work and how would i know if i could use them or have to replace the whole log?can i send you pictures of the problem or is there another site i could send them too?thanks

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I replaced 1 board in my hardwood floors and I have some gaps around the edges-I tried to match up the color with flexible putty but it didn't match & it was soft & came up when I washed it. I was told to use a 2 part apoxy & mix in with the stain to fill in the gaps & it will harden as well.Will that work or do you have any other ideas-Thanks,Michael

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We are remodelling an older home that has 1x12 ceiling planks with gaps ranging from 1/2 inch to 1 inch. We would like to leave the planks exposed, but need to find some method of sealing the gaps. We've thought about Perma-Chink and other similar products, but weren't sure if it would work on a horizontal surface. Also not sure what if anything to use for backing. Any suggestions? Thanks!

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we live in a house that looks like a log home but its not it siding.we have lived here 6 years and not put anything on the walls.i noticed about 1 or 2 months ago we are getting some dark grey black colored spots going the along some of the siding.(going not on down all the siding but along the siding)now the question is...is that mold?we did sand a small spot and it was white under.can i sand only the spot that have the dark spot and re stain all the wood?or do i have to sand all the walls?

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I am a Realtor listing a log home that has a window that is leaking under the window silland in a log underneath the sill. Looking at it the caulking is cracked a little. How do I go about getting that fixed and who should I call to do this? Would any window company be able to handle this or do I need a specialist? Any information would be be appreciated.

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We are considering purchasing a log home that has been vacant for three years and water has damaged one corner of the home. Luckily I went to look at eh home during a down pour and got out and noticed the water was leaking out from the gutter onto one corner and the log ends are rotten. We still like the home put know that we want to find out how bad the damage is and how much it would cost. Any information you could give us would be appreciated.

Thank you.
Jim Leach - St Charles, Missour

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Hello, we are renting a timber-frame home in NC. The home also has kempas hardwood floors throughout. Since we have moved in, small patches of what I would consider to be droplets of some sort of yellowy, waxy substance have appeared on the floor out of nowhere. When i try to clean it up, it leaves a dull, waxy patch on the floor; could the beams from the timberframe be dripping sap of some sort? I have noticed on some of the posts a yellowy, drippy substance, that is hardened over and can

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My wife and I are looking at purchasing a log cabin in Louisville, KY. It is in need of repair due to log rot in a few places around the perimeter of the house (we assume splash from decking and no gutters). The house is about 25 years old and is made from yellow pine about 9" diameter logs. Do you know of someone in the area that could give an estimate to repair.

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Is it acceptable to sheet over and wrap a log home to install a maintenance free siding? If so are there any procedures that should be done to ensure log preservation?

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Our house is 15 years old and has not enough space was left above the drywall to allow for settling. Can the drywall walls be cut to allow for the floor to settle? Can you expect the bowed section to settle and the period of time it takes to settle.

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We bought a log home that has been exposed to the sun on the interior for about 2 years. I would like to know if the discolor (gray) can be somehow reversed.
The discolor is on the inside and outside. The inside would be my greatest concern. It would not be practical for me to sand the walls, Is there a solution?
Thank You

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What is the safest way to replace rotted log in walk exterior . Or a product that can be used to repaif that log.

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I am installing a white cedar tree (de-barked) as a column, is there a way to remove the cambium layer other than sanding to prepare it.

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I recently bought a small log cabin. The doors are not standard size; both are about 76 inches high. Both are not weather tight and need to be replaced. My brother says I should make the door opening bigger and put in standard size doors rather than buy custom size doors. This would mean cutting into the logs. Which would be a better solution?

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I am in Minnesota and am looking at puchasing a log home. There look to be a few problem areas on the corners of the home that will need replacement logs and the home will need a complete Staining. Do you have any recommendations?

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I am getting ready to purchase a mobile home. It is a Logcoft Cobra, 12ft wide and 39 ft long and the logs will need to be replaces due to termites and water damage. Can you give me a ball park figuure on the price, and is this where I would purchase them also. Thnak you for your time.

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We live in Central Ga and are in desperate need of some log expertise. We along with opur 2 small kids are currently living in our two story 150 yr old log cabin. We have 10 rotten logs on the lower half, due to moisture, insects??? Not sure. % years ago had a contractor apply Perma-chink products now the logs are super rotten and mushy!!! Help! How do we find someone in our area who really does understand old logs. How can this be repaired while living in our home??

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i HAVE A 100 YEAR OLD CABIN. THE BOTTOM LOGS ARE ROTTED. WE LIVE IN WEST YELLOWSTONE, MONTANA. WE ARE NEAR BOZEMAN MONTANA, WHO CAN HELP US REPAIR THE LOGS?

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I have a square timber log home and I am noticing around door frame that the log wall is PUSHING the trim outwards from the door like the wall is bowing outwards .my foundation is perfectly straight .Does some bowing occur normally like this and how could I correct this ? I should also mention that if you look on the inside of the home it appears that the wall is moving outwards away from the studded drywalled wall in this same location.My home has very high walls and cathedral style ceilings .T

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i have a log cabin 25yrs old. i am replacing some ( 5) of the logs that have rotted, they have rotted only half way through. I am thinking about replacing them with half logs. What is the simplest way to do this?

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Just bought a 6 year old white pine log home in the UP of Michigan, no air conditioner and heats with a wood stove. Have noticed excessive humidity in home . Crawl pace has vapor barrier down, no leaks underneath, walls are insulated with foam, but upstairs the foor feels damp, you can feel dampness in the air even on dry days with windows open. we bought a dehumidifier bt we are on generator power so we don't want to use that too often, any suggestions? The floor up stairs is wood, carpet and

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Hi Dr. I am looking to purchase a log home made with BC Red Cedar logs (square cut)which was built in 1972. The house is in great shape but is a little small. We are interested in adding an extention to this home. I was wondering if there is a rule of thumb as to the cost per sq. ft.? We are thinking about building up and out. What has your experiance been regarding this species of wood? We are located west on Montreal Quebec. Can you reccomend a builder in our area that could be trustworthy to

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8/12/09
The historical society of Goshen, Ohio. (30 minutes from Cincinnati , Ohio has uncovered a log home. The township has gone as far as it can in restoration.
The cabin is estimated to be of 1830 vintage and is approximately 30 x 20 two floors.

Everything done so far has been accomplished by the township volunteers. We now feel we need some professional paid help to make the finished product a Historical sight in our township...
Perhaps you could point us in the right direction for

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We live in PA & are looking for a company that repairs logs. We are hoping to accomplish this before the end of this fall. Any suggestions?

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need to fine 4 1/2 inch pine log railing in Upper Michigan

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We have a New England log home,,hand peeled...8" full log. need to buy half logs to restore some rotted logs. where can be buy half logs that are "perfect" shaped? We live near Chicago, IL

thanks and God bless,

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3 years ago, I had a "professional" repair damage to bottom 3 logs of my cabin on the North side. His solution was to cut the original logs off at the dovetail corner & spike replacement logs to the dovetail ends; now the sill log has warped outwards & is now 3" off the foundation on the East side as the dovetails no longer tie the cabin together - Can this be fixed properly? The cabin is about 18 years old & made of 6" x 12" han hewn logs.

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WHAT IS THE BEST PRODUCT & CORRECT WAY TO REMOVE MILDEW FROM LOWER LOGS?
THE LOWER LOGS THAT MEET THE DECK SHOW SIGNS OF MILDEW.

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My white cedar log swing, has rotten posts on the A frame ends where the log sits on the ground. How can I rebuild the log ends and protect it from future rot. We had applied 3 coats of CWF stain protector over 10 year period but it still rotted.
Could the ends be rebuilt with an epoxy and mold?
Thanks

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Inheirited a vertical tongue and groove log cabin hand built by ancestors. Previously treated with linseed oil mixture of ? Local treatment person advised deterioration starting on bottom of logs, advised brushing on M-balm and then spray on stain or paint. Some family members want to stay with linseed oil. What is your opinion of this? Structure is over 50 years old.

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I'm doing some remodeling with my log home. I'm putting in larger windows and cutting out larger door ways. I'm a woman and want to do it myself. How is the best way,

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what is the fine white fungus type dust on the rafters in my loft

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I have somewhat simple question. My grandson at the age of two, two and a half, used a crayon and "wrote" all over the log wall next to his bed --and I mean ALL OVER the wall that was within his reach. It affects only about two logs, but those two logs are covered. Is there a simple way to remove these marks or ... what? Thank you.

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We own a 23 yr. old log home. Some of the interior walls look like they have water stains. Is there any way to get these water marks/stains out?
Thank you.

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I purchased a 100 year old log cabin about 4 years ago. The previous owner was using oakum (sp?) instead of mortar or other chinking. Also, the logs were previously treated with creosote. There are many gaps where cold air, insects, and the occasional bat can enter. Can you tell me the best way to proceed for exterior maintenance. I think I need to pull out the old oakum, sand the logs as best I can, stain them with an appropriate preservative, then chink the logs. Does this sound right?

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We have an oak log home from gastineau 6" wide x 8' tall logs our home is 12 years old and the front wall is bowing outward.How would we fix it?

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We are considering purchasing a log home that was built in 2006. However, all of the drywall in the house is buckled and needs to be replaced. The real estate agent says that was because the logs were "wet" and had not completely settled. I am concerned that there might be more to it than just aesthetics, like a structural problem. Is it normal for the drywall in a newly built log home to warp? What other conditions might be wrong with a home with a conditoin such as this?

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I recently purchased a log home in Northern Ontario. It is ~10" hand-hewn, square pine logs and was built in 1980.

At some point in its history a deck was added all the way around the front (4 sides of octagonal home). The ledger board was nailed directly to the logs and I began to suspect that the trapped moisture/debris had caused rot.

Tonight I started removing the deck and in the first 20' section have dug out a rotted area approx. 5' long, 6" deep and 2-5" high.

Fortunately t

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How do you clean smoke damaged logs?

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Hi we are re-storing a 250 year old cabin.It is in need of some beam re-building ,or replacing.We have already done major foundation strengthening and restoration.So we have a good foundation,now we need to re-build the rotting beams ,mostly on the outside.It is a building that is in Pennsylvania,and will be for showing only,I heard of some product that you can re-build beams with,is that true? or must we re-place?

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We have 15 yr old pine log home. We are preparing to re-stain, have alot of carpenter bee/woodpecker damage to logs. How do you suggest to repair. Do we use a foam first and a putty on top of that? A putty will be white? How does that work when using a semi-transparent stain? I looked thru your other posts, cannot believe more people have not had this problem.
Thanks for help, Ruth

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We build log home in Florida. It stau 3 years, and now we found few hols which was done buy insect which looks like big bee. Outside just small round hole, but it is so deep/ We sprayed inside some poisone staf and how we can fill that hole? Need use some filler to fill whole hole , or hast close that?

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We live in a 2 story log house the main beam is rotted and 70% gone from termite damage. Can this be replaced, as the other floor joists are notched in to the main beam?

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I have two logs that the end six foot are totaly rotten can I replace the rotten six foot or do I have to replace the entire log? The Problem area is not on the corner it is where the logs meet the chimeny in the middle of the wall.

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Heat problem
I heat with a pellet stove on the 1st flr
I have a 1976 kit log home tong and gruve, my master bed rm. is very cold this winter can I caulk the interior walls. The basement floor to this bed rm. is un -isulated and the basement is not being heated should I insulat w/R19 or what do you recomend, your help wouuld be geatly apprec.thanks Ron

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WHAT IS THE % OF SHRINKAGE ON YELLOW PINE FROM GREEN TO CURED IN A HUMID ENVIROMENT?

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We are building a log home. The center section has a plank and beam cathedral ceiling supported by two 6x12 beams. The span is 12' Our electrician drilled two 1" vertical holes along the centerline of the beams. I would like to repair the holes to restore the strength of the beam. I don't want to add plates to the beams as appearance is important. Do you think epoxying rebar in the holes will restore the beam's strength? If so, what type of epoxy would your recommend. Any other ideas woul

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I have a log house that the outside has been covered with cedar siding. I would like to remove it and replace with half logs. The logs under the siding were going bad but they are still there.

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We bought a 25 year old home 5 years ago. We had a lot of work done to the walls (re-chinked and log repair followed by a wood guard reseal) 3 years ago. Log man is back and several more logs need to be replaced. Country living is our dream (lots of kids, chickens, cows, dogs etc.) but this log home is becoming our money pit!!! Do you need to be a millionaire to own a log home? Any economical solutions would be greatly appreciated!!! Thanks so much-

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I am a REALTOR and recently showed a house that had log walls inside with streaks running down the logs, particularly in the corners and underneath the windows. Replacement windows have been installed but the buyer I represent wants to know what can be done to remove the streaks on the existing logs. The damage to the interior logs came from moisture coming inside but now has been sealed. The exterior has been covered with vinyl siding-should this be any problem?

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Our log home is about 11 years old. Recently I noticed that some of the roof support logs upstairs have turned at a slight angle and the nails have p;ulled out of the siding(slats) on the upstairs outside fo the house. Any suggestions?

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I have an interior log wall running through the middle of the home. A doorway opening is cut out. a few logs about 5 feet up have started to bow out about an inch. The home was built in 2005-06. The logs are 8"x8" round-round with a t&g on the top & bottom. a little crack on one logs tounge has appeared. WHat is the best way to shore up this wall and allow for settlement?

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We are going to move a15'x30' log cabin. We are going to brace it with 1/2plywood 2x4's 2x6's and skid it about 1/2 mile.Any suggestions on more bracing or how to skid it. It is a camp made of pine.

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How can i put corner post on a butt and pass home without decreaseing stability?

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We have a 6 month old log home. We have a 2 story great room celing.with a stone fireplace on one wall. Tounge and grove pine cover the celing. After 2 heavy days of rain we had water leaking through a knot hole in one of the pine tounge and groove boards. Our builder blames it on the fireplace guy that installed the flashing on the roof. Does this sound correct? Could a lot of "hidden" damage been caused by this??

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I am looking for ship-lapped log siding that is 1 3/4" thick, with a 3" radius on the outside for my 1950's era log cabin in VT. Overall width is about 6". Do you know where I can get replacements?

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I am preparing to complete a half log replacement and wanted suggestions on how to install the log. Both faces are pretty square. would an adhesive or caulk be best, then wood screws. I was quoted $1,000's to do the replacement, so far its cost me $75(mill) and a case of beer(kiln).

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My log home is 14 years old,5years after it was built the man I hired to stain it with penofin first removed mold and mildew by spraying a chemical that is used to add to swimming pools. He srayed it on undiluted then powerwashed it off. I am tackling the job myself and need to know the best way to remove mold?

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I am thinking of dimantling my great-grandmother's log cabin, moving it. It was moved back in the late 1800's to where it stands today and had been vacant for 20 years. Is there anything that can be done to help preserve the logs before they are reused? Not sure what kind of wood they are.

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1962 A-Frame. Peeler logs form the "A" and support the roof. One upstairs bedroom has high humidity. Out in dehumidifier. Lowered humidity 25-40 %. Peeler has started checking wider in original cracks. turned off dehumidifier. Have heard loud cracking sounds at night. Some cracks are 1/2 in larger then original. Log looks straight right now. Should this be filled, repaired? To replace would be to remove 2 1/2 inch TNG roof.

Thank you.

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I was wondering what factors are involved in replacing a rotten log? I have a 30 year old home that one of the bottom logs on the cement block foundation are rotted.

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We would like to dis-assemble, relocate and re-assemble an early 1800's log cabin. Can you suggest any research material to guide us through this project? Thank you.

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I do not like the looks of the lag bolts showing in our beautiful new cedar log home. The only solution that I have thought of is cutting an appropriate sized dowel,etc. and filling. Do you know of any company that sells premade log plugs in different sizes. (There are many bolts!!) The only other solution that I have heard offered - if you don't like your lag bolts is paint them.I would much prefer making the lag bolts disappear behing wood. Thanks much for any input. Carol

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I have a hoe that uses large (14" dia) logs as the upright support inside and outside of the house. Several of the logs are splitting severely. Should I try to find a steel brace of some sort to wrap the logs with? Do you have any idea where I can get them? The home is in Park City, Utah. Thanks

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i need to reinstall windows on my parents log home due to leaking in a driving rain. What is the best way to weatherproof the windows when the exterior is round logs just like the interior

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My greatgrandfather built a swedish style log cabin in 1929. Our family is embarking on a restoration work weekend and we are considering replacing a rotting bottom log on one side of the cabin. Do you have any tips or methods to go about this the right way? There are windows in said wall.

Thanks!!

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We have a 30 yr old log cabin.In the past have wash inside log walls with murphy oil the logs have nothing on the they are rough. Is there someing better to us? We live in up state ny on the river.
Thank you

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I have purchased a log home which is 25 years old.The problem is that one wall has no windows because the previous owner never installed the or the fireplace. i would like to have 2 windows installed but do not know whom to contact. I also need the stairs repaired. Some are tilted upward and some downward. Is there someone in Northwest Illinois that can help.

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Outside of home is spray stained. Do i stain right over this for upkeeping or do i have to remove old stain first? Also, exposed side is graying- will staining over prevent further graying? Or does this need to be addressed? thanks.

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I have a mid 1980's solid wall (log with outside wall milled to look like clapboard) home. The front of the house is the weather side and has many badly rotted sections. How can it be repaired and where can I find replacement logs like these if necessary ?

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Interior log stair case- 7 yrs. old- not sealed well originally- There are some major splits in the post and railing/slindels, I have seled the cracks with a clear wood selaer to prevent further spliting and replacement- Is there a product to fill and color some of the problems? the home is in Eastern Washington (mountain area).

Thanks Bill

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Our 4-yr.-old log home was pelted with tennis size hail last week leaving much of the stain pockmarked with bare wood spots. How do we proceed with refinishing?

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Do you know of any good references on 3 sided log construction? Thanks.

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I am considering buying a log home but some of the homes are finished with drywall and I would rather have an entirely wood finished interior. Is it possible to remove this drywall finsh and what are my options? What is the approximate costs of these options?

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while refinishing our 26 yr old log home I found some rot in one of the bottom (first run) logs. it is on the exposed cut end on the corner of the house. I dug most of the rot out and have a 4 inch pocket in the center of the log and about 6 inches deep. I sprayed borate in it when we were doing the rest of the house and also coated the inside with Sasco transformation stain Should I fill this with backer rod and chink over it or what?

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I extended my logs from my loft area to make an upper deck. The three logs horizontal logs age showing signs of rot. I'm in Washington State (Bremerton area) and wonder if there is anyone you would recommend to sruvey the problem. Thanks!!

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I am interested in purchasing and moving a log home that is approximately 5yrs old.
The home is a 2- story, constructed of full logs notched and stacked with a standing seam roof. Is it possible / practical to dis-assemble and re-assemble the structure?

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My father's full log cabin home in the North Woods of Wisconsin, built in the early 1980's, suffered major fire damage 2 weeks ago. We have received mixed information as to whether the home can be restored. The fire started in the basement and burned through the ceiling into the living room above, then severely burned that room. There is extensive heat and smoke damage throughout the house affecting the plumbing. Since the fire was started by lightening all the electric has also been adver

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what problems may occur from using pople trees to build log home?

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We have condensation forming on only one AC vent and the water is dripping onto the floor. In an attempt to prevent Bats from coming into the attic(again), my hubby foam insulated the ridge vent. We live in Louisiana. Could the heat build up in the attic be causing the condensation on the cold metal ducts - or should I worry about other problems? Also, should i install a gable type vent (if they even make those for log walls) or an air vent that sits on top of the roof?

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I would rather have all walls covered with sheetrock in a few rooms. Is it ok to cover log walls (the inside of perimeter walls) with sheetrock and what precautions should be taken? Thanks.

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we have 2 tobacco barns that need repair-presently covered w green 'tar paper'. Where can we purchase this 'paper'? We've checked Co-ops & other suppiers in the Ontario tobacco belt (Delhi) with no luck.

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can i use pople trees to build log home?

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hOW DO YOU INSTALL A LEDGER BOARD FOR A DECK , THE PATIO SLIDER DOOR IS 12 FEET OFF THE GROUND AND THE LOGS ARE ARE NOT MILLED FLAT ON THE OUTSIDE THEY ARE MANY DIFFERENT SIZES AND SHAPES VERY WAVY , I WILL HAVE TO ATTACH THE LEDGER BOARD TO TWO COURSES OF LOGS THAT DONT MATCH UP , WHAT DO i DO ?

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our log home is 5 Yrs. old. The whole front exterior wall has moved at least 1/2 to 3/4 guarters of an inch, where you can actually see outside. We do not heat our log cabin in the winter, we live in Michigan. (go to Florida all winter) How do we fix the exterior wall? We had a lot of mold all over our furniture when we got home this year. Thanks for the advice..

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I am looking at purchasing a 16 log house. The logs are milled (flat inside and out, but rough as well) which are stacked and dovetailed together. I was told it was chinked well after contruction by another owner. I am not certain of the type of wood but the outside has some greyish coating and the inside is raw as well in one very large area (around entrance & one room). Cracks (checks I believe they're called) 1/4" wide along the length prevail both inside and out along the length of the beam

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Log home is 26 years old, I have owned 12 years, house has been angled grinded, stained with Sikkens, chinked, and maintained. Wall on North side of house wind driven rain. 1 10 ft. long outside shell intack however large check that had been treated with Mbalm, backer rod and permachink now needs restoration. Do I use mbalm, then fill the gap with ? ?(ewood turns green colour and does not take up stain). I have searched internet found BCSinc. Wood restoration Products. :) I am capable of doi

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Just bought 20 year old log home. Would like to install a livingroom propane stove. Had a pellet stove, need to fill that hold and make another. What would be the best way to do this? Thanks

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Bought 1993 log cabin last year, Utah, found water damage in wall.Tapped logs, found several logs have rotted out in 3-4 foot sections. Leaks came from logs cantilevered in holding up balcony on 2nd floor. Dug out some rotted beam and log, filled with foam (oops). Worst leakage is under a sliding glass door at balcony. Is structural failure possible? How do I replace logs in exterior wall?

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we have some logs that are rotten due to water damage. The logs are near the bottom where the deck connects and they are right in the middle. do I cut them out and replace the bad sections or do I need to replace the entire length of the house or log??? Am extremely new to this!! Thanks!!

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We're considering purchasing an AmeriLink Log Home built in 98'. We may want to take out a sliding door and possibly a large window. Can you get logs to fill in the openings and will it leave seams in the siding?

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We have split log siding on our home. The previous owners stained the logs before they had time to dry,now there is sap leaking from the knots in the siding. How do I remove the sap before I stain agin and how do I prevent the sap from continuing to run on the logs?

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our home was built in the 1800's. it has log beam supports in basement that are rotting but do not need replaced. how can we stop the rot and restore them? is there some kind of sealer to put on them?

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Methods for insulating interior walls of a 3 sided log house. I am in Alaska and my biggest fear is creating moisture between the outer edge of the insulation (2" rigid foam sheets) and the inner flat surface of the log wall. Walls are only 6" three sided logs so I need to gain some insulating value with the high fuel costs. Thanks, Chuck

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Can you provide proper framing details for applying log siding to concrete block foundation walls? The block walls below the first floor elevations were not covered and we would like to finish them with a combination of stone and log siding. I want to make sure the log home builder/contractor uses the appropriate framing details and does not create a moisture issue. Thanks.

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My wife and I just bought a 27 year old log home the previous owner added a room he cut through the side of the home about 5 feet from the main beam supporting the second floor.In doing this the main beam has lost a great deal of it's support from the wall and the wall is now starting to bow by a good 3 inches between the beam and were he cut the door.My plan now is to run a steel support down through the floor to the basement to support to the second floor beam.Is their a way for me to realine

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we have an old log cabin and barn on a farm we recently purchased. we have been told they are old chestnut -- how can we tell if it is chestnut or oak?

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my dad tells me not to build a log cabin since i will only be using it on the weekends during the winter and it will contract and expand too much. it would be located near lake ontario in n.y. is that correct or will kiln dry be fine?

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bought a southland log home that was built in 2003 6 months ago. After a 3 inch day of rain(we live in KY)we noticed rain leaking into the inside of the house through a few logs. It was very moist not pouring through but obviously Iam worried. What should we do? thnks

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Just purchased land that has two old hand hewn tobacco barns. Would like to dismantle and rebuild these barns . I was wanting to know if there were any how to books available to help with this project.

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We want to complete the loft in our 3 sided log cabin. It has a full center beam but we need to add cross beams and then the tongue and groove. What is the best and easiest way to cut into the log walls to create the "pocket" for the cross beam log? How deep should the "pockets" be (the walls are 8" 3 sided logs) and do they need to be attached with log screws? Also, should we start with another cross beam right next to the one that is currently the edge of the loft or should we give it som

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We have just moved a 20X25' log cabin and are getting ready to construct the CMU block foundation under it - before we lower the cabin onto the foundation should we put some kind of seal between the wood and the cement block? Also what is the best way to tie it to the foundation? Straps? Thank you!

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WHERE CAN I BUY ROUGH CUT LUMBER IN THE MC COMB MISSISSIPPI AREA THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME HAVE A GREAT DAY GOD BLESS YOU & YOURS

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know anybody in eastern Pa/NJ? have a rental property. 16'x25' 1 story with full log purlins. walls are 6x6 's tongue and groove, milled on 3 sides. staggered, random lengths 5', 8' and 10 feet long. 4 ' deep crawl space-- 2 rows of concrete block on top of poured concrete. Sill plate and bottom log are rotted/eaten by carpenter ants a little bit less than half the perimeter. Not out of plumb yet. Out of 6 contractors to look at it. Got one estimate for a two step process..lif

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recently built 6 in. toung n grove cedar log home. now want to add on w/half basement. How do you add on at the corners where the logs cross?

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Hello-
Looking at purchasing a 1930 cabin in Gettysburg, PA. It does have some termite damage, a window that is not set properly in the wall(there is a one inch gap between the window frame and house) and the floor between the dining area and living room has a slight slope. Can you reccomend some one in this area that would be able to give me a cost estimate on repairs to the structure?
many thanks...

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if i have a older log home from the early 1900 how do i add a addition of loggs to create a addition. This home is 2 story with our desire to add a area to rear that is one level. Dovetail notched and heavy timber.

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We have a 27 year old pine kit log home in NJ, and want to do full replacements (including frame and sill) on all the old single pane windows. Is there anything specialized involved in this window replacement that we need to know about? Or is it basically the same as any window replacement would be in a wood frame house? Do I need a window replacement person who specializes in log homes? Thanks

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Looking to salvage:
I have found a log home started with 4 side walls, sitting outside for about the last 7-8 years with no sealer. The structure is up on blocks, it has no roof, and there seems to be 3/4 to 1" of dry-rot throughout the 30" logs that have been hand scribbed. It looks like the company has gone out of business. I am looking to purchase this structure if there is a chance to salvage, or save the logs. I am writing in hopes of getting some advice on how to this process would take p

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My husband and I bought a 2-story log home (circa 1840's) 2 years ago. Previous owners covered the logs inside and out. When we uncovered the logs inside, we found that the hand-hewn logs had been whitewashed. I would like to remove all of the whitewash (especially in the cracks). What is the best way to remove the whitewash? Could you use a sand blaster or would that damage the logs?

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I have a Neville Log Cabin that is 24 X 32. 964 Square feet. I put a full basement under the cabin when we built it in 2001. Is it possible to move this Cabin without taking walls down? I want to move it about 200 feet and build a larger home in its current location. Can you move log homes without taking the logs apart?
Thanks

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my husband and I are going to begin building our house in the spring and are having the dilemma to either use the log siding with the false log corners or go with the real thing? I would really like to use actual logs but I am afraid that we may have insect problems and rotten logs down the road. What do you suggest?

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My wfie and I have just had a new log home completed near Rawlins, Wyoming. The logs are 8 in swedish cope style. There is an area where water is leaking into the great room from check cracks. The leak is next to a window, however, the window appears to be sealed and not leaking. The water is leaking in through check cracks facing upwards. The check cracks have been sealed with Log Builder brand sealant, however, they continue to leak through. The checks are not wide enough for backer rod.

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WE are considering buying a log home that is quite dark inside due to small windows.Is it possible to enlarge the windows or perhaps install french or sliding doors in existing walls. Can you also remove interior walls or create cut-throught or half walls in order to create a more open floorplan.

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Deteriorating 20' x 34' log home Montana circa 1900-1940, no interior walls, rock foundation and not straight anymore. One rotten log on the bottom. We would like to move it to a concrete foundation. The roof needs to be replaced (we can do). The cabin has a lot of sentimental value. Have digital photos. Can you recommend anyone? How can one log on the very bottom be replaced as easily as possible? Easier to dissemble the cabin? Cost EXCLUDING roof and foundation?

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We bought a 200 yr.old log home, we are wanting to restore it. One corner of the home has settled tremendously due to water leaking from stone chimney, and probably termites. How invasive is it to tear out that corner and reconstruct? Also, how do you suggest we re-finish the interior logs. The chinking is a combination of actual limestone chunks and what looks to be like a mud-based chinking. Any tips on how and in what order we should proceed? The logs are pine.

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We are replacing 21-10' sections of logs on our 22 year old home. (east & west sides) Either termites or some boring bettel ??(North MS area) Current logs are pine but we can only locate cypress. Have logs on site and shaped to replace. How do we treat the new wood logs before installing (for Bugs) and how long before we can install after treating? Then, what is the difference in staining and sealing??

Thank you

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We recently bought a log home that was nearly completed and finished the rest of it ourselves . upon living in the house this past winter we noticed that we could almost feel COLD air coming into the 4 corners of the log house. How do we prevent cold air from seeping between the corners of the log house?

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We are looking to purchase a log cabin in the colorado rockies and have a concern about the construction. Several (2 or 3) logs are split length-wise (3/4 inch wide) both interior and exterior - not completely through. How can this be repaired or will the log(s) need replacement?

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Our log home is built with 1950 to 1880 Chestnut logs salvaged from old buildings in KY. We want to renovate some of the space requiring cutting doorways through interior log walls. Can this be done?

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I have a square log home that is 15 years old. I had a double glass patio door put in when the house was built. I immediately regretted that decision. Do you know of any way to change this opening to a single opening without it looking awful?
thanks
jen

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DO I use the CPES between th logs and foundation to stop mold and air filtertion?

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I have a house that the previous owners wife wanted sheet rock in the bedrooms of the home. Had 30'of logs to repair and found out that their contractor put plastic up against the log and sheet rocked right over the plastic, not allowing any air space between the two surfaces. There is a white fungus/mold all over the plastic and logs and the logs are dry rotted from the back side out. What started as 30 foot of log replacement now looks like the total wall(s). Is there any treatment that wil

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We recently purchased a log cabin in Southern Nh and in the upstairs loft someone had installed an air conditioner threw the wall. Drain for the ac was not out past the logs and has water stained both inside and out. I will be removing the ac and need to know how to repair the hole and then how to repair the water staining. If stains cannot be removed can the interior wall be sheetrocked to cover staining?

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We are looking at a log cabin that was built in the 1800's in NC or TN and relocated to central GA. Some of the logs are rotten and the cement in between is falling off. How do you replace whole logs(will they match the others) and what kind of price are we looking at. We noticed that there were blankets at the bottom of all doors for drafts, also, and some of the doors stick at the top and do not at the bottom. Can we put siding or half logs over the old logs? There is no insulation either so

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hi, my fiance and i just looked at a 2 story log home in northeast connecticut, some of the logs are rotted, most of the damage is at the dormer on the second floor is there a way to repair or replace them?

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my son is remodeling a bathroom. Outside walls is logs. How do we get the drywall to fit without having gaps. , because some logs stick out farther then others. Thank you Rose

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i am looking at building a log home in northern mi with my own logs which is better the red pine or the white pine

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We have a log home built 10 years ago from red pine. We have noticed some logs rotting on one side of the home. We are thinking of siding the home after having the logs repaired. Do you have any recommendations. We are thinking a wood composite siding but are not sure of this have ever been done before or of it can be done since the logs are hand peeled and not milled.

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We purchased our cedar log cabin two years ago, and built a double car attached garage as an addition, which we sided in aluminum siding with full intention to side over the whole house, as the logs had not been properly maintained in years!! However, we have begun to side one exterior wall with siding, and I am having second thoughts, thinking that perhaps having the reddish brown stain somehow removed and restaining the logs with a stain. Is it possible to purchase a stain that will be safe

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I have a customer with a log home made of squared T&G logs, it has been painted and now has rot showing up in a few places. How do I go about making repairs? Or do I need to cover with siding? HELP !!

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Thinking of purchasing a log cabin that had been flooded, Structure seems solid but still needs to be dried out. I will be replacing all subfloors and insulation. Some staining on interior walls, whats the best way to remove stains. Can inside be c.c blasted.

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Hello,
We have been in our log home for 10 years and I'm happy to say have had no problems structurally or otherwise. When we built, I chose to leave the interior logs (8" milled pine) natural and put a coat of oil on them. I am now thinking about possibly putting a coat of varathane (what is the difference between varathane & urethane) to enhance the grain as well as make dusting the logs easier. Is this something you would recommend? Can I harm my logs by applying the varathane?

Thank

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I'm looking at a log in Nh that was flooded, Water rose 2 feet on first floor. It has since dried out, floors and lower interior walls need to be stripped out. Any thoughts on lasting damage I should look at before purchasing. House sits on block type foundation Insulation under floors all needs replacement, thoughts on what to use for floor insulation. BOB

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Bought Tennessee Log Home five years ago from Dealer/Builder who went bankrupt about a year after I bought home. Noticed house floor and walls vibrated a lot when I had high winds. Finally go TLH to come out. They bored hole in logs and found builder used wrong lag bolts. They used 1/4" x 12 inch nail rather than 1/2 or larger threaded x 15' lag bolt in the walls. They refuse to honor structual warranty. Is there any way to fix this without tearing down the entire house? Jacking up roof and

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We have a new white cedar log home under construction. Our builder has just sent a picture of the front wall of the house showing the center of the wall bows out about two inches. What causes this and how should we expect him to fix it?

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I have a ejpae deck with sikkens cetol dek finish.It is badly sun damaged in some areas but other areas are barley weathered.I was wandering what the proceadures where for recovering the deck back to its uniform original state,without seeing any trademark spots where the sekkins is still good,meeting my refinished work.Same issues with door and window sills(dont want to re finish a whole door for one little spot at the bottom of the door.Can i faux this stuff or not.Whats your advise?

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We are buying our first log home. We were wondering how often do you have to seal/stain the home?

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1930 log home, in need of major repair. It is a 1.5 story, appx total finished square feet 800. Could you give me rough estimate, of the cost to replace all the logs? (about 12 logs high) Or is their someone in Michigan central/west that you could recommend? Thank You, Bonnie

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Hello,
we just built a milled log home over the winter and moved in late March. We just noticed a few areas where the logs have either turned very dar (almost black), or greyish, or in some areas have some red stains developing, all under previously applied interior finish. All of these stains are on the interior walls. I could send some pictures, if that would help with a "diagnosis"...
Thanks in advance,

Stephan

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Fireside Logs refers to a unique application they refer to as process 2000, is it really that much better where insects will not invade or are there other applications one could use as effectively? If so what are the other products to use?

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My husband and I are thinking about purchasing a log home & garage in the mountains of central Pa. This will be our first home purchase and we want to know if there are any special things we need to look for concerning a log home. We will probably have a home inspector check the roof, foundation, water, electric and perhaps have an exterminator come as well. Any information and or advice you could give us would be appreciated, Thank you.

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We bought a log home about 3 years ago and it has always leaked in a hard rain. We was going to recaulk and put new stain/sealer (Flood product) on and found that the bottom log on that wall is vert rotten. It is oak log, can it be replaced or what else can be done?

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I recently purchased a log cabin kit and it is now being constructed. I have heard others tell me that the timber frame should not be exposed to the rain and should be covered because it can lead to problems down the road, is this accurate?

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hello, we are currently doing a major reno on a log house and are taking out a 20 foot section of wall and adding a stick built addition and was wondering how we can tie the addition to the existing walls were we cut the logs?? thanks

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I own a 27 year old 2 story log home. On one corner, drainage was not planned for well and the sill plate has deteriorated, as well as several inches of the joists as well. I am an experienced do it yourselfer-but not with this-and would like some suggestions on how to jack the exterior wall corner up so that I may replace the sill plate. Thank You.

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Several log sections have water damage (leaking gutters) and have rotted out. Old house -1930; logs and cement chinking painted. Need to know best way to restore log section. Largest section 2.5 ft long with 7" deep pocket

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The uppermost side wall log has shifted 6" in to the gable end (roof beams run vertical, resting on the side wall logs). The shift has caused the roof to sag and the gable wall to buckle/torque under the pressure. How can I reset this log? HELP as we have windows that will also break soon unless we get this fixed.

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We just looked at a log home today and are thinking about purchasing. On the west side of the house on the bottom log or two there are some tunnels at least 1/4 inch in diameter that have been bored out with small brown flecks in the shavings. Would this be powder post beetle, termites, and what would be the process and estimated cost to repair?

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We have a check on the west side of our Pine full log house that had been caulked 2 years ago. On inspecting it today, We noticed that the caulk had pulled away & water must have gotten in & has caused some rotting of the log. What do I do to fix this. Can I just recaulk it?

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we are looking at a home in missouri. the disclosure states the foundation wall was bowing and steel tie rods were placed. there appears to be continuing problems and deck pier problems..what kind of repairs can we expect

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i have a log home built in the 40s and the log runs vertically. we want to add on an addition, but are having a hard time finding matching logs. i dont really know where to start. we are near ann arbor, MI. help!

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I have a two story cyress log house built in 1992 in Mt. Pleasant Texas. We recently had a fire in one room. Two log walls in that room are badly damaged. they are chared about a quarter of an inch and have cracked very bad. We have had trouble finding someone who works on logs...no one does around here! We are not sure if the logs can be repaired of if they need replacement.

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If my log home was built in the 1930s, what are the pros and cons of corn cob vs. silica sand blasting?

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Due to extensive repairs, we are siding our hand hewn log house with cedar shakes. What kind of vapor barrier or tar paper should we use? Also, do we need an engineer to find out what size structural beam (at 15ft) is needed to support 6"x 30ft. log ceiling joists? Thanks for your help.

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I own a New England Log Home, Circa 1976, which has had a tree fall on the front porch roof and cracked some of the support beams that hold up the roof structure. I have two questions. (1) Where can I find replacement beams? (2) Can you recommend a roofer in the Powhatan, VA area that is experienced in roof/structure repair of a log home? I had a company ~ 7- 8 years ago that replaced the roof, a damaged log (with a new section which I got from New England log homes at that time), etc., but

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My 20 year old log home is beginning to split in many places, including the beams. . The interior walls are all flat beams as is the ceiling. Cracks and splits are changing its appearance.Is this natural aging or something more sinister?

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The Northeast corner of our log home has extensive rot on the dove tails. The house is only 16 years old. To save them, I imagine they''d need to be injected with epoxy...HELP!

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You say not to fill with foam, so what do I use that is cost effective? I have one part of a log (2 ft.) that the termites destroyed. The termites are gone. We can't do a partial log replacement because a rock wall is covering most of the damage. We can replace about 10 inches of the log. I injected Liquid Wood (using a meat injector) into the termited area, then added WoodEpox. Now I have about 12 inches of open space inside the rock wall. What may I use to fill this area?
Thank you v

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I have a circa1867 two story log structure. The sill on one corner has dropped due to rot, and probable foundation compromise. What is the easiest temporary "fix" prior to a permanent repair?

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How can I repair my 4x6 Cedar posts (they have been painted) that supposts the wrap around porch? They have up to 1" in depth of rot damage where the handrail and bottom rail was nailed to the posts. Is there a way to repair this without replacing the post?

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what is your opinion on blasting with walnut shells as opposed to cob blasting.
thanks,
Dave

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My house was built in 1819. All of the logs are in great shape except one that has void that has been filled with spray foam. What products can I use to fill the void and is this a job I can do my self?

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Is it better to use a spayer for the stain and borate or should i use a paint brush

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If i cut some trees pine trees down for log replacement how long would they take to air dry before i could use them

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i have move pictures on my pine walls , but i see like light spots where the pictures..how am i to restore the walls..even when i moved the cross from one wall to another you still see the cross shade on my wall..what can i do..i have put two coats of varathane before i hung the pictures

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I have a 30 year old log cabin that has been stained in a redwood color. I am planning to restain as it is faded. Can I do it if it is raining? The can doesn't specify.

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I have a 2-story log home that was built in 1860. The exterior of the house was originally covered in wooden siding, which was removed by the last owner. While I like the look of the exposed logs, I am worried that they will be subject to deterioration if left uncovered. For this reason I am trying to decide whether to re-side my home. What is your advice on this matter?

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We have a cypress log home that was custom built for us. We read your tip to never sand blast. We live in north Ga. Where do we find a listing for someone in our area that will use the proper treatment prior to staining and sealing? We want the logs brought back to the natural color prior to staining and sealing.

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We read the question and your answer on water stains on the interior walls and you suggested sanding. We already tried that with our cypress log home and it did not work. Water stains are too deep. What product if any can we buy that would take out most of the water stains?

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We have a 20 year old log home and the logs have discolored we had put protector on the logs and they now need something else done. Can we reside the logs with a half log siding rather than trying to refinish the existing logs.? Thank you

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I am looking for someone to restain and caulk my log home near Harrisburg PA. Will need possible corn blasting or power washing. Do you know anyone or recommend anyone near this area.

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Mennonites- The person who put in the windows (not the log guys) didn't leave enough room above doors and windows for shrinkage - some of the logs are being held up from the one below by the window and door frames. Logs are spiked - each opening has a groove for 2x4 along the height - How do I remove the windows and doors to allow for settling and replacing the windows without having the logs twist or fall? What a nightmare! Ame I worrying about nothing? Large 14-16" diameter logs.

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We ar looking at a log cottage in MI on a slab. The logs have been painted and I can smell the mold. One of the bottom logs is bad and the cottage has very little overhangs. My husband thinks tear it down and rebuild? Could you give some names of people that might be able to help me save this place. Muskegon MI 49441

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Our log home built 1860, we are trying to restore it. Inside done.Labor of love! As we are doing the outside there are areas especially around the windows where there are loads of cement. Should we try to remove it? The chinking we've done on 2 of the outside walls has blistered. Do we need to remove it all? Go over it? Please help! Thanks.

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I own a western cedar log home built in 1986 in Kentucky and I need to have a couple of logs replaced from weather damage on the west side. Could you please tell me how much this may cost me in a ballpark figure. I have to get this repaired soon and I do not know who to turn to for this type of repair. Thanks,
Bill Fleming

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How can I seal gaps in a tongue and groove ceiling?

My log house is 15 years old. The ceiling is 1x6 tongue and groove boards nailed to 2x8 rafters. Insulation is normal pink batting between the rafters with kraft paper facing the ceiling boards. There is no vapor barrier between the ceiling and the insulation. There is some separation in the boards where they join. I am concerned about heat loss through the gaps.

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Finishing a 25 year old cabin. What can I use to clean the hand-hewn log beams inside? We covered up the walls with tongue-n-groove but left the beams exposed. Nothing has ever been done (stain, etc.) to the logs. They as dusty-dirty. Also, the outside has chinking, how do I clean the logs and redo some of the chinking?

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Is kiln dried better than air dried? Are tru bolts better than nails or spikes?
Which log wood is best in the SE?
Can chinking be eliminated?
Do you know how good the quality is for Lodge Logs, Wahconah Logs, Heritage Logs? Do you have a favorite manufacturer?

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We recently purchased a small farm that has a
log barn that was built in the 1800's. We are planning to move another barn built in the same era to the property. We would like to restore and utilize the buildings for storage.
What should we do regarding replacing a few badly damage logs and preserve from further decay? What would be the best material to use to seal between logs?

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We have some discoloration on the bottom couple of rows of our log home. We installed gutters last summer, but how can I tell if I need to replace the logs? Inside, they look good.

Thanks for your help.

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I live in South Carolina and purchased a log home in 2001 that was built in 1991.
The company that built it the house called it a Canadian log home. They are no longer around for me to ask any question.
Im looking for any information on replacing the bottom row of logs in the back of the house. They are 4x8 Rough-Sawn flat profile with real 1.5 to 3 Chinking joints. From what I can tell the logs only touch at the corners and have the 2x6 framing for the doors and windows where the logs are

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looking to purchase 1860's log home in Milwaukee, Wisconsin area. Would like an expert to inspect to make sure this is sound. Basement has some dry rot, and floor joists have shims between the joist and floor boards, I thought to prevent squeeks but maybe worse? inside plaster in upstairs sound. also home never had a furnace, is boiler best method? no place to put duct work. ideas? suggestions? all appreciated, thank you. Shawn

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The local Girl Scout Hut is a VERY old log house. Unknown age. It has not been taken care of. Chinking is missing in several area, logs have been painted, some logs have termite damage. Where do I start

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We are reconstructing and joining together 2 1800's log cabins that will have a stone fireplace in the living room area (2 story) and kitchen (1 story). We would like the fireplaces to look authentic but efficient. We also want to be able to cook in the kitchen fireplace with a swing crane that holds pots. Do you have suggestions for maintaining the authenticity look of the fireplaces but also be efficient? Any product suggestions?

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if getting water between log how do you prevent this ffrom happening again caulk with energy seal if so should logs be stain right away and does this help or do you have any seggestions to stop leakage other than caulk thanks joe d

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I have brought a log home in tn it 3 yrs old with the high winds and hard rains getting leaks between the logs only the exposed side what would you recommed to stop this problem and keep from happening again thanks joe

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INSURANCE CLAIM, FIRE LOSS DAMAGES LOGS AT A FRONT CORNER OF HOME. MEDIUM DEPTH CHARRING -- CAN LOGS BE TAKEN OUT AND REPLACED AND MATCHED UP CLOSE TO NON DAMAGED LOGS? WHAT IS THE PROCESS LIKE?

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I have a new england log house w/ dormer. No attic. The dormer apprx. 10' x 33' . The way the roof is done now is 2" tounge & groove decking then 2" iso board, then felt, then shingle. 2" is all the insulation room I have to work with. No vents now exsist. The shingles are frying and leaking. What would you recommend would be the best way to replace this area to maximize the longevity of the shingles. Iso board will have to replaced too, it is wet. The pitch is 3-12. Thanks T

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Just had a new roof installed. Roofer is having problems with leaks where the roof butts into the log dormers. What technique will work best?

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I am installing a white cedar tree (de-barked) as a column, is there a way to remove the cambium layer other than sanding to prepare it for staining?

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I have an aproximately 100 year old log cabin with one corner apparently settling. I assume I need to jack and brace in order to provide proper suppart for that corner. I would appreciate any advice on how to proceed, including tools and material to use.

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How can we clean burned logs on our house? Lightning struck the gas meter which caused a fire up the side of our log house. Some of the logs are only burned on the surface.

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A friend of mine is needing to know how to disassemble a Hand Hewn Square Log Dove-Tail Home and Transport, Preserve and rebuild it. Is there any books on the subject? It was built in the 1860's I think. Thanks. Flassie

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I have a log home that is about 6 years old. The inside walls are clear. Due to a leak in the roof, one wall has gotten wet and has terrible streaking, i.e., dark spots running through it where water seeped into the wood. The light/dark streaking is quite ugly. What can I put on it? Thanks!

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We have a deteriorated log home (circa 1820-40) we would like to have restored, situated north of Lexington KY. If anyone has knowledge of contractors in our area please let me know, thank you.

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We have a 30 year old log home in VT. The outside fireplace stone is pulling away from the house. How can this be repaired? Also, can half log siding be applied to the poured concrete foundation..along the bottom of the house?

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On the outside corners of my home where the logs meet and cross/overhang....when I purchased my home two of the log ends had been chewed on by boxer dogs. What can I do to make them look original and undamaged?

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Dear Log Doctor,

I promise this is my last question this evening... While doing some research on the log home I just purchased, I read an alarming Article excerpt regarding the Company that supplied the original log kit. Apparently , NELHI (New England Log Home Inc) treated logs with pentachlorophenol. Who should I contact about testing ther logs in my home for any potentially harmful substance? Have you received any similar comments/questions regarding the same concern?

Thank you,
Rose

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I recently purchased an 18 year old New England log home.
Need to replace a few large casement CraftLine windows and double door(original wood frames), Noticed your comment posted regarding Anderson Windows and was wondering if you can recommend a source/installer in the Honesdale Pennsylvania area. thank you, Rose

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We have a log home, we noticed that the floor is sinking in and bowing in spots. There is one log interior wall that hold up a loft. The house is on a crawl space and we have had to use a manual jack to level. We would like to fix this problem the right way, before even thinking about a wood floor or cermetic tile.

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I have two questions. I am purchasing a 27 year old log home in Marlow, NH, and need some advice on what to use to make a 4" diameter hole through the outside wall for a dryer vent. Also, about 90% of the interior was "stained" with some sort of whitewash material to cover water staining. Is there any way to remove the white wash material "and" the waterstains underneath?

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poor flashing job on top of the sill has caused some rotting on a kit home only 6 years old. Anyway for a do it yourselfer to fix this?

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I have rebuilt a 20x30 1 1/2 storey hewn log house in central Ontario. Th upper floor is 3/4" T&G supported on 6-8" log joists, but is very springy to walk on. How can I strengthen the upper floor without loosing the open concept lower level or having to look up at a steel beam ?

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We recently bought a 20 year old white pine log home in which fully 1/2 the interior (lengthwise) is a cathedral ceiling. It looks great, but it also means that there is nothing on the interior connecting the two 'long' walls, and now we are noticing that the back wall leans outward, and seems to lean further than it did a year ago. What would you recommend to fix this problem?

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We are wanting to replace our windows in our cedar log home. We currently have all wood windows. Has anyone ever put vinyl windows in, I just can not imagine the look of that on the interior of the home. Any suggestions on what kind of windows to put in. Our windows are curretnly 30 years old.

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what is the correct application when applying stone over logs. Do you need to put wood over the logs, or must the logs continue to breath.

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I have a 12 year old Jim Barna home. One of the joist that hold up the loft area made of 4 X 6 yellow pine is splitting very bad from bottom to top. It looks like it will very soon crack in half. Do you know of a repair for this. It is in the dining area ceiling (exposed) and the fix needs to be cosmetically appealing.
Thanks David Kruger

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I have built a square log house in Ireland but find that the rain is penetrating the log ends and making the walls wet on the inside corners. Can I put siding on a log house or is there anyway to seal the corners to stop the rain from seeping through. Can I seal cracks in the outer walls that let rain through.

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RESTORING INSIDE WALL OF 1830 LOG WALL. WANT TO CFIND GOOD CLEANER. ALSO 1 BEAM HAS A GREEN GRAIN. HOW CAN WE GET TO MATCH OTHER LOGS?

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50+ yr old cedar round log cabin in NW Ontario. 20x30. Interior logs are beautiful. Cabin is habitable. Exterior has been painted and has several partially rotted logs (15-20), lots of rotten ends, fireplace smokes and needs to be rebuilt, cabin needs to be leveled (6-10 inches lower along front than in back) would like to add 3-4 logs to height and add a loft. Do you have a ball park estimate for repairs? We are trying to decide whether to repair or replace. Sentimental value.

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where can i buy twelve logs 7 inches in diameter and twelve feet long?

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We have a home that dates back to the 1800's and the living room is a log structure. We have removed all coverings and have the logs exposed. We found hand hewn logs that are a foot in diameter and larger the gaps are about 6" and the logs were installed with the bark still on them and of course most of the bark is off but in some areas it is still there. We need to know the best way to clean them to be able to have them visible in the room. They have never had any chinking in them. Please

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I'm thinking of buying a 1100 sq' 1&1/2 story cabin. I intend to go into the crawl space to check for rot, etc. I know it's painted outside.
Is there anything else piculuar on log buildings I should check out, besides flexible plumbing? Also do you know of anyone in New Brunswick Canada who specializes in log building repair, maintance?

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Hi, I have a 1800's log cabin that has been slated and sided I am planning on getting back to its orginal state. I also noticed that about the 4th log from the bottom is shiffed back 4" but the other corner is right on. any idea what cased this and what is the best way to fix it. I thought about taking the chinking out and putting a chain at the one end and pulling it in to place. Any Ideas would be great
thanks

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i own a log cabin in medford nj. looking for a retired fellow use to log repair to e mail me if he would like to do log replacement, corn blasting ,and chinking .alos want to start striping inside logs .

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We plan to repair our log home that has many rotted logs some at 2-4 infches deep. We plan to use half logs matching as close as possible to the old log 9" to 12" round. What should we use between the old and new wood, should we treat both sides of the log? The home was built in 1929. The inside log remains beautiful and intact. Thank you. If any questions call:1-920-231-2428.

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We have a log home that is now 9 years old. One exterior wall has now moved about 1/4 to 1/2 inch outward. This wall is exterior to our kitchen and has pulled the counter a little as well. Suggestions?

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recently built d-log eastern white pine log home i have water leaking around the window in the dining room this wall is on the south and is not covered with a porch also water coming in it looks like from around the bottom log in one other area any thoughts?

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I am a former carpenter and need some advice on how i can raise my exterior log walls that have settled even though they were kiln dried.This is needed as the interior walls are now are bowing the floor due to the exterior wall shrinking in height.The 9ft. walls appear to have shrunk approx 1 inch. Thank you in advance.

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I HAVE A 23 YR.OLD SPRUCE AND FIR LOG HOME, THAT HAS BEEN STAINED INSIDE AND OUT WITH BERR RAWHIDE AND WANT TO STRIP THAT STAIN AND PUT SOMETHING MORE SUITABLE ON. WHAT DO YOU ADVISE THAT IS THE LEAST EXPENSIVE WAY TO GO. THANKS

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We had the south and west walls of our 16 year old Hearthstone log home restored professionally. (6 by 12 inch rectangular pine with 4 inch chinking) They took out the old pink insulation behind the chink and spline and replaced it with a product called insul-chink. Is this a good product? (I read your column alot---thanks!!--and have seen you mention open or closed cell foam). I also instructed them NOT to caulk the exterior checks because I know how you caution against doing this. Is the insu

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Just bought a 30year old Log Cabin and the floor as a few uneven areas in it towards the rear of the cabin , it also effects the rear door. I went below and noticed that one or 2 of the 2'x8' by 12 Floor Joists is cracked. What is the correct way to replace the joists and level the structure that I can level the floor?

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A log has a deep rot spot about 12"x3". Is this repairable with wood filler or do I have to have it replaced? Is there someone on eastern Long Island NY who does repairs?

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Hi, I have a log home located in central ND. They have found some areas of dry rot in a couple of the logs. Is there a way to fix this cheaply? and who would you recommend in my area?

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we are looking at a 70 year old verticle log cabin in MI on a little stream. Please tell me a bit about the history of verticle log cabins.

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We are having a house built now. Builder put a sheet of plastic as a barrier around the base of the log posts in the basement that sit on concrete bases beneath the slab. Inspector says that's not good enough, and wants us to jack the house up, cut the base of the posts, dig out bottom of post, backfill and then block with wood. Is there any product, like a cap on the bottom of the log, we could use or any other easier/more cost efficient way to meet the code? Thanks. Kelly

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looking for sandblasters (corn cob) in the Tioga County, PA. general area. Buying a 1978 log cottage that needs renovation. Can you suggest someone? Also looking to put in a stone fireplace, will I have trouble cutting out the log wall to insert the firebox, will it interfere with the stability of the structure?

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We are looking at purchasing a log cabin built in 1932 in Southeast Alaska. It has been "finished" with drywall or the like throughout the cabin. Can this drywall be safely removed and the logs restored? Will the drywall have trapped too much moisture? It also has a coat of paint on the outside, should we remove this?

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I have an 80 year old log home. Some logs need replacing and I don't know where to go to for advice. I live in Shoreline WA. and my log home is in Gig Harbor Washington

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Our log home is 20 years old, built from square, yellow pine logs, no chinking between the logs. The problem is with the wall that faces East. The sun has damaged it to the point that most of the logs are soft and splitting badly. I am assuming this wall needs to be replaced. Can you recommend a good contractor in my area - Hendersonville, NC

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The logs have some big splits. whats can i do to stop or repair the splits in the logs

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I wrote to you earlier about my log home and didn't hear from you. Do you send an email back to me with a response or only post the response on your website? Maybe I'm missing the response.
Thanks,
Steven

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We bought an 18 yr old cedar log cabin that has more than one problem popping up but the most immediate one is this..we were infested with carpenter bees. We found a local exterminator who sprayed and now we need to fill the holes so they won't lay new larvae. What is the best product to use?
Thanks

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Stain is peeling on the south wall of my spruce log home in so. Calif.. Home gets a lot of sun exposure and rain.. What should be done to correct problem and prevent problem from re-occuring? What caused problem?

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I have found one log, about 4' section, on my 20 year old yellow pine home that has a soft exterior with small holes. The home has always been coated with Sikkens and kept in good repair. Please refer me to a reputable repair person in the east central Indiana area.

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In consideration for buying a log home, we found (on the weathered side of the home) small braces that seem to be holding logs in place at the point where 2 logs join together. There are a few that are hanging - looks like the nails have come out - so we know that they are a C shape brace (doesn't go completely around the log). I can't find any information on these types of braces and am wondering if they were used as a quick fix. There is some old water damage on the inside of the this wal

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We recently purchased a log home that has not been finished inside. Before the logs were caulked, it had rained in and there are now water stains on some of the interior log walls. How can the water stains be removed? We want to keep the inside logs natural.

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I have just bought a log home that needs to be disassembled. What is the Best way to get the stake (nails) out of the wood?

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We purchased our home 9 years ago and it was stained and resealed twice. We have a log that was soft on the outside and after cleaning it we found a spot about 2 X 3 INCHES. What can I buy to fill the hole?

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Part of my house in Harpers Ferry, WV is log. Very old, dates back to the late 1700's. 3 of the logs that span about 6 ft long are hollow inside. I was told that there is a way to fill them without disturbing the outside to regain their structural integrity. Can this be done and do you know anyone in my area who can do it? Thank You!

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We recently bought a 55 year old log home. The outside has not had any stain or treatment in many years. Two of the walls have what appears to be sun damage, the looks look "parched". Is it possible to treat and recondition the logs, and what products would you recommend for a DIY.

Thanks! Trudy

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I am about to aquire a old cabin built in the late 1800's from doug fir. The homestead is in very poor shape. I plan on tearing it down and rebuilding it on a different location. A few of the old hand hewn logs are rotten, one corner is very bad (around 5 log ends are rotten). Can I replace the rotten ends with other logs that were used as a lean to wall? Is this a project that is way to chalenging for a do-it-your selfer? Also one wall is bowing in about 6 inches.

Do you know of a g

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I have several rotted logs (5 or 6 i think) on my home that probably need replacing. Also, the house is currently painted, would I need to strip and re finish? Does this sound like a very expensive Job? I live in Utah, could you suggest someone to call?

Thanks,

Ed Thron

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Is it possible or likely that I can repair logs myself..have t@G logs with several that have water rot. How would I go about it? Should I get the rot out and replace missing wood with some compound...then re-sand, re-stain?

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hi, our house built in '41 from trees on site, 5-6-7 inhes in dia. It was painted before we bought it 15 yrs ago, maybe when it was built? who knows. we have rot,that after chipping away the bad material ,makes the front of the log flat. so 75% of the log is solid. is there a way to restore the Look of the log, so after repainting will look normal? thanks

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I have a log home that was built in 1975, the era of "amber" detailing. I've purchased a new door & frame with beautiful stained glass- how can I tell if the current door frame is load bearing? I can't tell if the logs above it were placed before or after the door. I can send a photo if necessary.

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I read your answer to how to repair fire damage. We have damage from a recent forest fire. the answer posted would address much of the damage but what do you do when the damage has burned away to a depth of 1/2 to 3/4 inch in one area leavng a depresion in one section of the log? Do you replace the log to get it to original appearances?

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Our 1830s log barn in Mississippi needs sill log replacements due to termite damage. The building is 20 ft by 40 ft. with a cross beam wall, all notched and interlocked. Logs are hand-hewn and massive, and we have been unable to find a contractor with the skills to tackle the job. We have considered stabilizing the logs with metal plates lagged into the inside of the logs, and then jacking the building for sill log replacement. We need some competent advice and an experienced log barn contractor

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I need a person in the Houston Texas area the can help with replacing and/or fixing a rotting log

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1930 hunting cabin. Needs bottom log replaced. We are placing a new roof and chinking very soon. Any tips for D.I.Y. on shaping local trees and replacement?

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I need to find someone in the Caldwell, ID area that can raeplace some rotted and damaged logs, and can apply long overdue protective treatment. Your referral will be greatlly appreciated.

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How do you repair a fire damaged log cabin? Do you sand the log? or do you blast it?

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Water seems to have found a way into my cabin of near 5 years. I have 3' overhangs, thru bolt system. With strong winds/rain It started in around my NW bathroom window, but have found several areas of the entire length of the wall to produce leaks. How do I seal? Thanks in advance for help.

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I have recently purchased a 8 year old log home in central Wisconsin. Since we have purchased, about 4 months ago, I have noticed significant splitting in the vertical weight bearing square cut logs as well as the support beams in our great room. The weight bearing logs are 2 part and are basically stacked on top of each other (basement to main/main to roof) - the basement bearing logs are the logs in question. Over this winter, I have heard cracking and "settling" sounds probably due to the spl

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We are building a log cabin in Uganda. There are a lot of Eucalyptus plantations around, so we hoped to use these to build with. We can get around 13inch diameter trees, but because of the climate being tropical the trees grow very fast, these are only 8 to 10 years old. If we sealed the ends, treated the logs very soon after felling and kept them covered out of the sun for a while do you think it would be ok?

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My husband and I are planning to build a log home with lodgepole pine. The trees were cut and piled four years ago and we are finding some rot spots on them where the were touching other logs. Some of them have a hollow sound as well. Is there anything we can do to treat these logs to kill the rot and resore their structural integrity, or should we start over? We already have quite a large investment in the logs.

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I'm freezing in this house! Yellow pine about 20 years old. Round logs inside and out, no chinking. Any way to insulate?

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I am about to refinish my new log home. 1) There are small insects holes I would like to get rid of.(are there any fillers) 2) The house has only been stained and I will be applying a Borate treatment, What steps to insure it is most effective? Little lost, Please help.

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Some issues and questions I have:

Logs never treated
Water penetrating @ all window locations and most corners
Water penetrating a base of logs and subfloor
I will be replacing all windows.Looking for a proper flashing detaill ( Weather Shield Clad Double hung with nailing flange, can be removed)

Thanks or your help

Bill

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My husband and I are looking at purchasing a log home in central Missouri. The house is a bank forclosure and there doesn't seem to be alot of information availlable. We do know it was built in 97 but don't know if it was a kit or prof built. In general what should we be looking for and is 8 years enough time to do serious damage if the house wasn't maintained properly.

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I was recently asked to perform an appraisal on a log home in Missouri, Upon performing the inspection I noticed several places where the logs have split and you can see thru them to the interior. This is a 9 month old home! What is the recommendation for repairing this problem and estimated costs for a 1410 sq.ft. home. This problem is not isolated to one area it is in various places around the home. Any help you can give would be appreciated.

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We are looking at a timber frame house to buy that has had the bottom two courses of timbers replaced due to rot and a basement put under it three years ago. We had heard through the grapevine that the third course had some rot around the spikes but were never repaired. After being sealed and new courses on the bottom, will this continue to rot?

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i want to move a log cabin 1 mile down the road it is 24x24 ithas big 8x16 logs in very good shape very sturdy structure with tongue groove siding on outside my question is can i put this on runners and drag home with dozer or load on drop deck trailer anything but complete disassemble..

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I hope this is the right category. I'm thinking of doing some building projects with logs and wonder if there are some brands of log home kits that you have to repair more than others. Does it make a difference if the logs have been air/kiln dried or are from dead standing timber? Do you see less repairs needed for log homes that have been constructed with a plain butt and pass method with 'natural' unseasoned logs (logs cut from timber on the property)?
Thanks for any info

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Above my logs I have T Siding and It leaks even after we caulked. The water comes in on the top log and runs down inside. This is on the north and south side of our log house.Would putting half log siding over it fix the leaking?

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We have a small log cabin with some pretty dark water spots on the interior logs. We have repaired the outside and don't think there will be further leaking, and were wondering if there is any way to repair or lighten up the interior stains. The interior is unfinished pine, and is rough. Any suggestions? We have tried plain bleach without success.

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I found two logs with significant rot and have cut out and scraped the chips/dust. Until I can get a full replacement job done, can I fill the hole with foam and water putty that dries hard? I saved exterior hunks to then cover the damage until we can get a full exterior job done in a year or two? Is this going to help?

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CAN LATEX PAINT CAUSE THE LOGS TO ROT?

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Working on a project in Tx: Three 100 y/o cabins were dissassembled in Kentucky & shipped, then stored in stacks under plastic w/ moisture- Need professional help w/ assessment of logs' state before construction. Fair number of clearly unusable logs, numerous others with rotted sections- should I pursue this further? Thanks

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My Father in Law has an old home for about 70 years
has been covered with clap board and the logs of the original house are in excellent shape. my question is that recently the clapboard was removed and also the roof was removed exposing the logs. What can I do to keep the logs in good shape until we are ready to rebuild the cabin. Thank You Roger

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I discovered a section of log where water made it into a "top-half" crack and rotted away a section of log. The rotten section is perhaps 1.5" high, 2 inches deep and 24 inches long. fortunately it does not bear a huge amount of direct load, as it is under a window sill. However - what are my options for proper repair (from inexpensive to expensive) in this case? THANK YOU!! :)

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On one corner of my log cabin the end of one of the logs is rotting out. Is there anyway to restore this and prevent it from crumbling away?

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Do you know of a non-destructive way for tesitng for rotten logs besides the hammer tapping method. i.e. ultrasonic, x-ray?

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How do you go about replacing rotted logs of a kit home near the sill?

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We have a western red cedar tongue & grove ceiling in the livingroom. Previous owners covered it over with styrofoam, plastic, and wall panelling in hopes to insulate the ceiling we think. We removed it all to find condensation, mould, dry rot, and black ants nesting between the styrofoam and cedar. The ants are gone, what would be the best way to clean and restore the damage and seal the ceiling, we would really like to keep it. Thanks

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I have a log cabin and the floor is uneven around the cabin and in some places inches different. The middle of the cabin is sinks in from the edges and under the cabin they put wood braces. I had a termite inspector come out and had termites climbing up the wood and I had it fixed. Though there was minimal damage to the home I need to do something under the house to rid of the wood braces and I would like to put wood floor down. Is this possible. Joe

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How do you replace logs that are "dry rotted" low on a side wall,or is it a job for a professional Are you avaliable.

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My daughter has a log home that is suffering from wood rot due to moister and insect damage. Since it would be major to try and replace logs in the center of a wall would you have a suggestion on the best way to tackle this problem. What I find interesting only the sides that get direct sun light are effected. mvcwood

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We are having our log home repaired by a company, they have corn cob blasted, and they are going to reseal and restain, etc. They are also "refacing" some rotten logs, some of these logs are rotten all the way into the interior, should these logs be completely replaced or is it ok just to reface them with log siding? Also, that wall has bowed in, what can be done to fix that?
Thank you

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My wife and I are looking at a summer log home in Nebraska. I'm concerned because it appears that some of the logs have significant rotting around the base of the home. Should I avoid this home?

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How do I repair a partialy rotten log in the middle of a out side wall? Is there an apoxy that can be used for some repair?
thanks

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I own a log home built with 12" dia logs. On the west wall I have three or four logs that appear to be hollow and rotting on the inside. This condition is about 6 ft long. the logs are good on the outside. is there a product that I can use to drill hole and inject it into the affected areas to stop and fill the decay?

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We have a log home, have been here for 15 yrs. It was new when we bought it. Over the yrs. the house has settled, and over the yrs.there were small gaps that you could see outside, feal cool air coming in. We were told to stuff them with Ocum, a rope(horse hair) that is treated with something, that they use in boats ect. and log homes, it espands(some).Did this for a few years. This was not a kit but builder built it from trees on the land.Now 15 yrs. later I can still feel cool air in spots, ex

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I need to replace some verticle logs that are located inside an enclosed porch. The bottoms are severly rotted and the damage is isolated to the logs located inside the porch. I'm not sure how to go about this and prevent it from happening again. I would like to replace the rotted areas only if it is possible to cut them out, and then put either new wood in or field stone or brick. Help!!

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We have a log home that is 5 years old. I have some dryrot on a west facing wall.The man. has a lifetime warr. but says the logs were not seaked correctly. They are borate treated. Should they be bad already? john

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We are restoring an original colonist log home in Palmer, Alaska. The bottom log around 3 sides of the home is in need of repair. One definitely needs to be replaced, but we are wondering if there is an epoxy product that can be used on the other logs. The house is a certified historic building on the National Registry, and we are attempting to follow their guidelines of "repair and not replace" unless absolutely necessary. There is no one here that has experience in repairs of this kind, on

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I'm purchasing a 1950's log that has been converted from two cabins into one. The problem is that the rooms are extreamly small. Is it possible to remove existiing walls? Or are all log walls weight bearing?

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I'm viewing a property/log cabin this weekend to consider buying. A previous buyer's inspection shows structural damage-specifically bowed logs under weight bearing logs on one side of structure/this is on ground level side. If I decide to purchase property it will be cash sale. What is my best plan for accessing the damage and possible repairs?
it is a beautiful home, built in 1972. logs are dovetailed.

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I own a 20 year old yellow pine log home and check and seal it every year. This year I noticed a couple of logs that sound hollow. The house is built up on 10 pilings, and the hollow logs are on the second story, about as high as you can get. Is there something I can inject into these logs to stop the rot or whatever? This would be a very difficult area to get up to and replace them.
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I have a 5 year old, 3 story building with 20 inch logs. Some of the lower logs on the south side are showing some significat checking, as wide as 4 or 5 feet. There appears to be some rot inside. I want to treat the wood and chink. Should I do anything about the rot first and what type of products are best for that , for the treatment and for the chinking? I would appreciate any advice, especially having to do with the rot.

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We live in Lake Wylie, South Carolina (10 miles from Charlotte, NC) We are having a very difficult time finding someone that will replace about 15' of rotten log. A Can you provide me with a list of reputable log contractors in our area that specializes in log replacement?

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i have several logs that needs eplaced and weather damage to west side of house.how do we arrange toget estimate ?

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I am trying to find logs to repair alog home that had a fire.the logs are 5and one half inch high by 4and onehaif inch wide, they are round on the outside and flat on the inside. they have one tounge and grove on top bottom.

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I have a log cabin built of white pine. A number of lower logs are rotting. I have a lot of straight white ash and red oak trees available, as well as the means to yard them and have them sawed. Are these hardwoods suitable for a log cabin?

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I spoke with you regarding snadblasting a few weeks ago and you gave me some reallay good advice... SO here I am again.
I need to replace the log ends ont he corners of my cabin and am currently looking for a place to purchase 10-12 logs to do this with. The logs are approx: 5.5" in width. Cedar is preferred but piner may suffice. Do you know where I can purchase these from ?. I am in Houghton Lake Mich. and can drive a distance if required.... Thanks,

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upright weight bearing log has sever check/split from top to bottom. 1" on top 1/8" on bottom. how can i stop this and repair it. thanks

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I am looking at a log home and there is what appears to be water damage to some logs on the bottom. How do you replace them or repair them

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I am considering purchasing a log home that was built in 1983 in southern Ohio. I have done another walkthrough of the home after reading up on tips about maintence. And unfortuantely found some places that worry me. On the front facing of the home there are some areas of the logs that are black and when touched feel soft and leave finger impressions. It looks like the damage is only a few centimeters down. Is this a serious problem or can it be fixed with low cost? Also on side of the hom

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Hi! Have owned a log cabin in northwest PA (Tionesta) for 10 years - bad shape when we bought it. Tore off front porch last year - water had beat up on the bottom logs. Replace the sill plate with treated lumber. But need to do something with bottom logs. Have ordered stuff from the Rot Doctor (can check & see what-at work now - cost $700-I remember that) Have digital pictures that I can email. Thanks

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I own a 5000 sq ft custom log home built from hand cut sitka spruce. a couple of the first story logs are very rotten on the ends. as i live in alaskaand use my home as a hunting and fishing lodge it is only possible to do the work in oct tru may. need recommendation on someone that can replace these logs

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I am remodeling a civil war era log cabin with modern additon. I am trying to decide whether to replace the siding over the entire house to make it all match or to try to tackle the task of rechinking the original logs. I do not know what shape these logs are in until I tear into it. If there is considerable damage would it be in my best interest to redo the siding or should I go ahead and rechink and blast the logs?
I have seen some homes with the latex chinking that is separated and this make

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I am thinking of buying a 1934 log cabin. There are 3-4 logs that have rotted because of a leaking roof. Can I replace just a section of the cabin with convenional material?
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Robin G.

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We recently purchased an older log home. We knew the logs had not been taken care of so we had someone come in and try to get the damage taken care of. The gentleman said there was sun damage to a lot of the logs. Is there any way of doing something about the damage and possibly restoring the logs to normal?

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We are in the process of buying a home with extensive wood rot. The owner of the house is fixing the problem but we are concern that it might not get fixed right. Should the house be corn blasted before replacement logs are put in? What should we be looking for to know that the house was repaired correctly?

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We are in the process of buying a log home that is over 20 years old. They have found some signficant wood rot that will need repair. At what point do you replace a log instead of just treating it with borate and filling with epoxy?

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can we do our own log repair/replacement? the house is made of "5x8 seconds". this is not our home. we are considering buying it, but it will hinge on the repairability of it....we are strictly d.i.y. folks.

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I have a pine whole log home. If the outside of a few of my logs is rotted do I have to replace the whole log or can it be repaired?

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Our cabin was built in the 1930's. When we bought the cabin, there were vines we cut down. Underneath we a couple of rotten places. How can we repair these logs and what maintenance for the other logs. Thanks Kim

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My house is 20 years old and the previous owner didnt keep up with the maintenance. Now Im faced with logs that look rotted. How do I know if I have rotted logs?

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