Log homes and cabins may deteriorate over time, requiring the services of a log home restoration team. American Log Restoration Inc. offers log replacement and restoration services. Here are several ways restoration teams help preserve the beauty and functionality of your cabin:
Home Assessment
A log home restoration team will examine your log home to see what condition it is in. During the assessment, the team will check the state of your logs, looking for signs of log rot and other problems that may be affecting them. Signs they may look for include:
- Gray, soft logs
- Discoloration or mold
- Holes and sawdust
- Gaps between the logs
The team will create an in-depth repair plan to fix the problems that they found during the assessment. At American Log Restoration Inc., we make sure to engage in constant communication with you. We share the repair plan and keep you updated throughout the restoration process.
Log Replacement
If moisture becomes trapped in the logs, they can develop rot or experience other water damage. Logs can also become cracked or deteriorate due to age or pest activity. These conditions impact the natural beauty of your home and can lead to structural instability. A log cabin restoration team will replace damaged logs of your house, protecting the integrity of your home. This service includes:
- Replacing bottom logs, a common area of concern
- Replacing just the exterior half of logs if the rot isn’t too bad
- Replacing full logs where rot goes farther into the wood
- Replacing corners or “crowns” as they are sometimes called
- Replacing an entire wall
- Replacing rafters or support logs on porches or roofs
- Replacing log posts
The team will choose quality logs that match the design and characteristics of your cabin or home. They will custom-cut the new logs to match the size of the existing logs, allowing them to be easily integrated into your home. The team can also treat the logs to help prevent further issues from developing.
Once the new logs are ready, the team will carefully cut out the impacted logs from the space. The team members at American Log Restoration Inc. can take out the logs without causing damage to the surrounding logs. We treat the neighboring logs to help prevent additional rot or decay. The team then places the new logs, making sure to fit them seamlessly to create a consistent appearance with the other logs.
Maintenance Services
Regular maintenance for your log cabin allows it to stay in good shape. After making repairs and completing a last walkthrough, a restoration team will offer you maintenance tips for taking care of your cabin. Maintenance tips include performing a visual inspection of your cabin several times a year, checking the condition of your gutters, and finding appropriate products for staining and sealing your cabin.
American Log Restoration Inc. provides maintenance agreements with our partner company, which can include regular maintenance inspections and treatments. They offer resealing services and log cleaning services. Resealing involves checking for gaps around the home, especially around windows or doors. If the chinking or caulking is in poor condition, we are able to reapply it. This helps keep the seal in good condition, allowing it to block drafts and water leaks. To clean a log cabin, the team uses a log-safe cleaner and a soft brush. Having your cabin cleaned helps remove dust and pollen from the exterior of your home and prevents mildew or mold from settling in.
Find Log Home Restoration Teams
Some log home restoration teams also offer thermal imaging services, which allow you to see if there are drafts. Sealing these spaces helps you to preserve heat in your home more efficiently. We provide a gallery of our completed projects online to allow you to see the results of our restoration services. To learn more about what we offer at American Log Restoration Inc., we invite you to call or email us today.