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Why, I cannot see there being much difference in costs and you still have wood to deal with.

Do not know of anyone right in your area, but call866-670-3020. They travel to most places.

I think you are worrying about nothing. You should contact a local contractor that works on log structures and get their opinion.

Call Mike at 866-670-3020.

The concrete should be removed as much as possible, as long as it is not between the logsand supporting them. You could end up with settleing if it is and you remove it. The blistering could be caused by a couple of things. If you put a foam backer in… Read More »Archive-3968

Call Ryan at 877-788-5647

Run a bead of Energy Seal down each gap line. Call Timeless Wood Care Products at 800-564-2987 to get this product.

Try washing the beams with Log Wash and repair the chinkingwith Perma Chink. You can get these products at Timeless Wood Care Products and they will be able to give you advice on how to use them. Their phone number is 800-564-2987 or www.timelesswoodcare.com

I think air dried is best. You will get less checking. (cracks) We are not manufacturers, but bolts seem to make more sense for a good solid home. I have worked on both, and to be honest, cannot tell the difference. Cypress would be best in south, but expensive I’m… Read More »Archive-3976

With the building being moved, if there are bad logs you should have replacement ones made at a local sawmill and put them in their proper spots at reconstruction. The existing barn should have the rotten logs replaced. Call Ryan at 877-788-5647 for help with this part. You should also… Read More »Archive-3978