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Melanie,

Use this single mother's story for ambition... http://www.dorothyainsworth.com/

She has a truly amazing story and when you read the tragedy that struck when her dreams were almost...

Beetle killed logs are discussed in the class. It has also been discussed in the members section of this forum.

Don't get ahead of yourself buying stuff before taking the class as Hemlock suggested.

There are a lot of variables to determine the amount needed.

The class will cover ways for you to get logs and at different costs. I'd wait till after you take the class (its only a week away) and then use the ideas they'll teach you to try and obtain logs.
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Copper, get them off the ground!!! If you plan on starting in the spring your are prolly ok with not treating them because its already cold here.

What part of W. PA are you located? I'm near...

Coastie, I also commented on the other post for you. The class not only covers the building techniques of LHBA but also includes techniques and ways to locate logs in your area. As for it being...

Smokey,

Smokey, from reading another post of yours I saw that you already own a log home (I presume a kit home) and are trying to resolve problems created by having short overhangs. Anthony at...

Yes I knew of them but they are post and beam construction. I was referencing a true log home structure. And a kit home where they build a stick frame home with log accents as siding doesnt count...

Can you show me any 10 story tall log home using any method???

Hi R and welcome.

Don't know of any one in NYC but there are two members within a short drive. Hemlock in CT (or maybe MA) and Claire in NJ. There are also several from upstate NY and a bunch of...

Hi Dan,

I'm in Johnstown. Presently I'm in the final stages of clearing my land between Somerset/Bedford off Rte 30. Get your member login and drop me a post in the members section and I'll give...

Figured it was prolly overlooked before when asked, but does anyone know what method Pam used to raise her logs so quickly???

Hog wash!

Find another realtor who will support your dreams!!!

Wow!

Pam, you have built a truely amazing log home.

Question...what method did you use to raise your logs in such a short period of time???

And love the PINK saw bar...I think Rod needs...

Twolf...I remember someone saying that the following picture shows a "turret" which was added after the main structure was built.

http://www.loghomebuilders.org/log-cabins-trees

Wow! They are popping up all over the place here in SW PA. Always a big fight when they plan a development of them.

Anyone know anything about Aqua Therm outdoor furnaces? http://www.aqua-therm.com/pages/index.php?pID=73

I was at a home tonight where they heated with this furnace. The owner swears by it. He...

to add on Rocklock's comments above...they teach you how to build the log structure. Certain foundations, walls, roofs, floors, etc. They don't teach wiring and plumbing. However they do give you...

No...with the butt and pass method that the LHBA teaches log seasoning is not required. Member's often use "green" logs when building.

LOL...thanks for the advice Michael. I'm glad that you've been able to join us on the forum. I feel your experience and knowledge is only second to Skip. Thank you!

I have the same dilemna...

I spoke to others who have used radiantec and were extremely happy. I received quotes from them and I'm leaning toward going that route.

Yes the closest major airport is SeaTac.

[quote=counterfit]And a video of log peeling done the "right way" (draw knife):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=STkJdXt0FDw&feature=related

I was suprised at how easy the drawknife method looked,...

That area is awesome. My uncle has a hunting cabin a couple miles outside of Wellsboro. I'm hoping someday to purchase some land in that area. I love Ski Denton. One of the nicest small ski...

LOL! Thats good.