Are there higher maintenance costs for log homes when compared to vinyl or brick sided homes?
Yes, wood exteriors do require more maintenance, but with proper materials and design the costs can be greatly reduced. Strategies that contribute to reducing these costs include: • Extending roof overhangs to prevent rain water from splashing on the logs. • Building in a partially shaded area to extend the life of the stain. Homes built in areas exposed to direct sunlight will require more frequent staining due to the effects of ultraviolet light. • Selecting a high quality exterior finish to protect the wood while allowing it to breathe. For specific manufacturer recommendations, call us. • The use of sandblasting (usually using sand but also including the use of silica sand, soda or corn cobs) to allow better penetration of preservatives by opening the pores of the wood. This procedure reduces the frequency of repeat staining. We recommend sandblasting on all log homes that we build. This can be done on both exterior and interior surfaces. 3. How do the costs of building a full log
