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The Log Home Restoration Blog

Browse below for articles with information and tips on maintaining your log home.

Staining log homes: When to do maintenance staining and when to start over?

Q: Can I simply re-apply the stain that I’ve been using or do I have to start over? A: My...

March 19, 2020

Ice Dams, roof leaks and log buildings– Important to be diligent and inspect your home

Ice Dams, Roof Leaks and Log Buildings Why it’s important to be diligent and inspect your home With the extreme...

March 9, 2019

Log Home Problems with Paint

Among log home problems, one of the saddest problems that we see are logs that have been painted, rather than...

February 1, 2019

Take Action Against Wood Boring Insects in Your Log Home

Take Action Against Wood Boring Insects in Your Log Home Have you noticed tiny holes in your log home? Do...

February 1, 2019

Log Home Maintenance Issues with Covering Up Logs with Siding

The more breathable the wall is, the less likely that you will develop problems due to moisture building up in your log walls.

February 1, 2019

What to Consider When Buying a Log Home

We often get calls from people who are looking at purchasing a log home for the first time. A common...

January 3, 2019

Log Cabin Restoration: Before and After

Log Cabin Restoration: Before and After Log cabin restoration is easier to see in pictures, especially when the before and...

August 16, 2016

Insects and Log Homes Don’t Mix

Insects and Log Homes Don’t Mix Yellow jackets and log homes are a poor mix. So are bees, carpenter ants,...

August 15, 2016

Logs Turning Dark? Your Log Home May Need Repair

Logs Turning Dark? Your Log Home May Need Repair Log home repair issues are sometimes tricky to figure out. Have...

July 26, 2016

Log Home Problem – Rot on Bottom of Posts

Log Home Problem – Rot on Bottom of Posts What’s a log home without a lovely deck to bask in...

May 11, 2016

Log Home Refinishing – Back Brushing Stain

Log Home Refinishing – Back Brushing Stain Log home refinishing is part of the routine maintenance necessary to keep your...

March 14, 2016

How to Repair Leaking in Log Homes

How to Repair Leaking in Log Homes Imagine a cozy fall day. You’re in the living room sipping a cup...

October 13, 2015