Why do banks call log homes, “Luxury Homes”?
First the costs of the large, full length logs that we use are more expensive than framing and siding. The exposed log roof systems are very expensive as compared to the standard manufactured 2×4 trusses. The hand scribed methods of building require a considerable amount of hand labor, and these craftsmen are more expensive than a standard framer required to put up a 2×4 wall. Secondly, the large decks and porches, and the way the decks are built are found no where else in the home market. The decks can cost upwards and over $20 a sq. ft. as compared to $6 a sq. ft. on standard decks on a normal home. There is no comparison! Thirdly, the amenity levels in these homes can run to the extremely high levels, from flooring, HVAC, trim out, appliances, etc. These log homes are called “STAIN GRADE”, and by this meaning, it is a much higher quality log home. The level of craftsman we have on our crews to finish these homes is much higher than you will find in standard home building, and theref
