The Logangate Timber Frame Builder’s Blog
Why Go For Eco Friendly Cabin Designs and Cabin Kits
Why Go For Eco-Friendly Cabin Designs and Cabin Kits
Since the idea of “global warming” became the topic of everyday discussion in the early 2000s, environmentally friendly initiatives have begun sprouting up around the world. Today, the clim…
Mountain Home Builders That Are Dedicated
Mountain Home Builders That Are Dedicated
You’ve probably seen or heard about old homes that are damaged, in a state of disrepair, or bought and flipped by independent contractors with less-than-pure intentions. Contractors who are looking to make a…
Why Choosing an Eco Friendly Home Building Company Makes a Difference
Why Choosing an Eco-Friendly Home Building Company Makes a Difference
We’re sure you’ve seen it everywhere, modern society seems to have placed a heavy emphasis on sustainability, environmental friendliness, and energy efficiency in the last twenty…
Why Using Douglas Fir for Building Is a Solid Idea
Why Using Douglas Fir for Building Is a Solid Idea
The use of wood for building structures dates back longer than recorded history. Archeological evidence of woodworking in humans is estimated to be over a million years ago in Tanzania. Back then, w…
Similarities to Building a Flood Proof House and a Mountain Home
Similarities to Building a Flood Proof House and a Mountain Home
According to the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), coastal flooding has become more frequent, and non-coastal areas have begun experiencing unusual changes in extreme weather…
Modern House on Steep Terrain: What to Know
Modern House on Steep Terrain: What to Know
When building a modern house on steep terrain in the mountains, it is important to understand that homes are not a one-size-fits-all kind of investment. Steep city terrain, like the buildings found on Brad…
Mountain Flood Zone House Designs
Mountain Flood Zone House Designs
It’s not a secret that people love living near bodies of water. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), 127 million Americans live in coastal counties! Of course, it’s not all sunshi…
What Is a Prefab Home and Why Is It Popular?
What Is a Prefab Home and Why Is It Popular?
Prefab homes are gaining popularity. Those looking to save building costs by researching alternatives typically start by asking: what is a prefab home? Understanding how prefab homes work, including their…
Why Post and Beam Construction Is Popular in Mountains
Why Post and Beam Construction Is Popular in Mountains
Post and beam construction has existed since the European Middle Ages, depicted in paintings, and some even stand in Europe today. In greater North America, there are some post and beam construc…
How to Choose Timber Frame House Plans
Choosing to build a new home can be a daunting task. According to the US Census Bureau, 1.34 million homes were completed in 2021, with a majority of those homes in the southern region of the US. Even with so many homes being constructed, there cont…
What are Panelized Home Kits and How Does it Save Money?
What are Panelized Home Kits and How Does it Save Money?
Prefabricated homes have existed for a long time. The first documented instance in the recent century is in 1908 by the Sears & Roebuck company. Sears & Roebuck created an assembly-lin…
Building an Energy Efficient Cabin has Been Made Easy
Building an Energy-Efficient Cabin has Been Made Easy
Building an energy-efficient cabin has never been more popular than they are now! Everyone is looking for a rustic but modern look with an emphasis on energy cost savings. At Logangate Timber Hom…
