Are log homes a good value?
The value of log homes not only holds steady, but often increases. All of this means that most log homes are high in quality and value and are well-cared for, so they generally don’t depreciate and have a good resale value.
How long does a log house last?
Log cabins can last anywhere between 20-50 years if done right. Log cabins can even last for a full century if it’s properly looked after and built in a good location that doesn’t experience extreme weather changes. If one is built incorrectly, it can require extreme maintenance within 5 years.
Do log cabins get termites?
Believe it or not, log cabins are not a buffet for termites as some people mistakenly assume. You see a lot of wood and think that log cabins would be a paradise for termites. That is not true. Log cabins are no more susceptible than stick frame homes to termite infestation.
How much does a log home cost?
Cost Per Square Foot – Fully Finished Log Home. On average, a fully finished handcrafted log home will cost $225 / sq. ft. This figure represents the overall finished cost, including the log shell and all fixtures such as doors and – in other words, a log house that ready to move into (installation and shipping is extra).
What is the cost of log homes?
Land in certain towns and cities can be significantly more expensive than land in other towns and cities. The cost of hooking up sewer and power lines also must be factored in. The pricing for log homes can range from $45 per square foot all the way up to $345 per square foot.
Do log homes hold their value?
If they are well-built, cared for and in a desirable location, log homes do hold their value. Many people who are attracted to the log home concept don’t want to build it themselves, and, as a general rule, these log home buyers are more educated than conventional home buyers.
Are log homes cheaper?
Log houses are usually cheaper then similar size stone houses or concrete houses. We control the manufacturing pipeline from end to finish by doing everything ourselves. Costs stay down because there are no sales middle-men.