How Does a Log Cabin Kit Work?
Features Log cabin kits are not modular homes. A log cabin kit comes in pieces, like a giant container of Lincoln Logs. Everything is included: logs for the outside walls, partitions for the interior walls, windows, roofing, trim and all the hardware necessary. Some even come with the power tools necessary to put them together. They come with the ducts for plumbing and electric already installed. Of course, every manufacturer has their own way of doing things, some easier than others, but the general features are the same all around. You will need to provide your own foundation or dig your own basement. You are also responsible for obtaining any permits and hiring an engineer, if your local codes require it. Exterior The logs for the exterior walls will come numbered so you know exactly where each one should go. They should also come pre-notched, so that they fit together perfectly. The logs are very heavy and you may need to rent heavy duty equipment to lift them in place. After the w
