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It happens a lot in the spring and fall as the house adjusts to the changing temps. Very normal.

You should replace the bad pieces. If it is more than 50% than new siding is in order. Filling with expensive resin is only going to prolong the inevitable and be a waste of money.

Paint is not recommended for log homes. It is not a breathable surface to allow moisture to escape. Latex stains will.

It should be fine. The noise is common.

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No, you should be able to run fir strips and attach.

You should walk around the house with a hammer and tap on the logs. you will learn the sound of good logs. when you hit a bad log it will sound dull or hollow. Mark them with masking tape and measure the length. Add up all of the feet of… Read More »Archive-3150

Most kit style log home manufactures claim their homes are chink-less, but over time most will need to be caulked on the exterior 100%. Around all doors and windows, in between ever log and log end seams, along foundation and where the logs meet the soffits. Do not fill the… Read More »Archive-3152

I would start by caulking around them with Energy Seal. If the sashes (the part that holds the glass) are broken or worn the windows may need to be replaced.

Yes, normally you can without any problems.