Top reasons why log homes are better than conventional framed homes:

 1- A log home stands out from among the crowd. A log home on the right property is one of the most beautiful pictures you can imagine, something that you will take tremendous pride in showing and owning.

 2- A log home creates a feeling of relaxation and being at one with nature.

 3- The thermal mass of log walls is very energy efficient, greater than brick or concrete walls of the same thickness. Log homes keep heat inside in the winter and outside in the summer.

 4- Log homes provide better protection against fire than the conventional frame home. The Log Homes Council (LHC) maintains the position that a 4" log wall can achieve a 1 hour fire resistant rating. Every two inches can add an estimated 1/2 hour of fire resistance. Log homes have survived wild fires where neighboring conventional homes have been destroyed.

 5- Log homes last generations. Log homes that were built centuries ago in Europe stand to this day and still look great.

 6- Log homes make for a much healthier living environment than conventional homes using plastic vapor barriers.

 7- Log homes offer amazing protection from natural disasters. Note the following 3 experiences:

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