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How to Build a Log Home Florida

Building a dream home is a very personal goal and deserves the best formula for success. When the project is as majestic and all-natural as a log home, the stakes are raised. Here?s the best way to accomplish the process from a Total Quality Home standpoint.

Local Companies

Awning Works, Inc.
(727) 524-1118
14115 B 63 Way N.
Clearwater, FL

W.G. Mills, Inc.
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5584 Rio Vista Drive
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Cocoa Masonry of Pinellas County, Inc.
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13630 50th Way N
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Steps

Select a Design and Manufacturing Company Select the right company will be one of your most critical decisions. There are many good companies that specialize in the design and manufacturing of log homes & timber homes and, unfortunately, some that are not so good. Reputation, experience, architectural depth, financial strength, product selection and manufacturing capability are all factors to take into account. The Better Business Bureau is a good place to start. Check to see if the log home company you are looking at is a member and if there are any outstanding complaints. If a company is not listed, you may want to look elsewhere. Visit the log & timber home companies on your list. Check out their manufacturing facilities and talk to their staff. You will be relying on the capabilities and expertise of the company and it is important that you trust their abilities and integrity.
Design your Log HomeProfessional design is the most critical step in the journey toward building custom log homes or timber frame homes. Adequate time and attention must be devoted to design. This is especially important for log homes and timber frame homes due to the level of technical expertise required. A clearly defined plan and thoughtful design created by architects skilled in designing log homes and timber frame homes is fundamental to a successful building project. Once you feel comfortable that your vision for your log home or timber home is clear, your architect will begin the preliminary drawings of your home. This is where you begin to see your dream home come to life.
Build Your Team Bring together a team that will help you realize your dream home. When building your team, one of the most critical decisions you will make is selecting your builder.
Create Pre-Construction & Construction DrawingsKnow that once complete construction drawings are created, these plans should be detailed enough to provide your builder with all necessary information to build your custom log home or timber frame home.
'Select a Timber Type Understand that upon the completion and approval of the construction drawings and specifications for custom log homes and timber frame homes, Your designated builder will begin the fabrication of the log and timber components for your home. The intricate workmanship and natural beauty of handcrafted log homes is what many log home enthusiasts are looking for. Larger, tapered logs give handcrafted log homes a rustic appearance.
Construct the HomeOne of the most challenging tasks in the construction of log homes and timber homes is finding a team that will work to ensure the structural soundness of your home and work to stay within your specified budget. Your designated builder?s stacking crews will erect your log or timber structure on the foundation. Your project manager should also introduce you to three qualified builders in your area (experienced with building log homes and timber homes).
Move Into Your New Log HomeWelcome home! Your new log home or timber frame home is ready for you to move-in. You've created a one-of-a-kind masterpiece that will give you and your family decades of comfort and enjoyment.

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Awning Works, Inc.

(727) 524-1118
14115 B 63 Way N.
Clearwater, FL

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