Comparing to traditional homes, log houses are economical but no less attractive than traditional homes. The log type and thickness matters while providing insulation and additional strength. The type of timber gives the desired appeal to your home.

1. Log cabins are a beautifully designed architecture
The name log cabin makes you feel the essence of rusticity. Today
cabins are a beautiful housing option that is constructed with
perfection. Do you long for a log cabin as your vacation home? There
are different types of models you can choose from. They are well-built
as well as economical and you can also build your own cabin. It’s easy
because you only need to purchase the plan.
Log cabins and types
Comparing to traditional homes, log houses are economical but no
less attractive than traditional homes. The log type and thickness
matters while providing insulation and additional strength. The type of
timber gives the desired appeal to your home. You get two types of
logs:
• The rough cut round logs
• Milled logs which are uniform
Now, you can also get pre-milled timber in form of kits, its affordable
and makes the task of building enjoyable.
Constructing a log home
In the previous times log cabins were constructed like wooden fences
by arranging differently sized logs. But now logs are placed parallel to
each other and the last part is connected with notches. Construction
companies can build log cabins and you can also buy kits it you are
planning for a DIY.
Now getting building permit is very important but the rules vary from
one country to another. Before settling on a builder, get quotes from
different builders and you can also seek client feedback. Checking the
credibility of the builder is also very important and there is a local
association for all that. If you need to take a construction loan then get
quotes from the contractors. Now you might have to install a septic
tank for water source. There is a lot of digging involved for raising the

2. foundation and you need to choose the slabs accordingly.
Purchasing a log cabin
Before ordering log cabins make sure you have decided the size, plot
position and factors like water supply, power, square footage etc.
While purchasing log cabin for sale try out different plans to bring out
the best. You can also check the internet for some good plans and you
can also get to see different pictures of log cabins.
Take a look at all the features, decide the budget and choose the log
home that suits your requirement!