What steps should I take to get my log home project underway?

1. Determine when you are planning to build. This will help you develop a timeline for the entire planning process. If you plan to start this year or early next year, you will want to talk to your salesperson to determine package costs.

2. Choose your lender and determine your budget. It is often helpful for you, the homeowner, to work with a lending institution that has experience in dealing with log homes. We carry information from a number of lending institutions. Feel free to call us (989-843-4936) if you are interested in receiving any of this information.

3. Choose your floor plan. Assuming that you already own land or are looking for a place to build, it is time to consider what size and style of house you are planning to build. We offer a variety of standard plans ranging from small cabins to large homes. You can view the standard plans on our floor plan page. All of the standard plans can be customized to meet your needs. In addition to the standard plans, we can also custom design. If you already have a floorplan in mind, we should be able to work with it.

4. Obtain a quote. Contact our office or your salesperson for more information on one of our standard plans or a custom design. They will be able to provide an accurate price quote for the design. We can also assist in forecasting a complete project cost.

5. Determine whether you plan to general contract or hire a professional general contractor. There are pros and cons to both. The general contractor plays the most important role in a construction project. He/she is responsible for all aspects of the project from the initial site preparation all the way through the finishing touches. Two of the biggest reasons you would choose to do it on your own are (1.) to save money and (2.) to have a hands-on role in constructing your own home. Two good reasons to consider hiring a professional are (1.) to have an expert handling each detail and (2.) to have someone knowledgeable overseeing each subcontractor.

6. Visit our model. This is a good step to take at any point during the process. Our model in Mayville, MI is open Monday through Saturday by appointment.

7. Attend any local seminars, open houses, or shows available to you. Call us at 989-843-4936 for updated information on upcoming log home events.

These steps should be helpful in getting your project rolling. Your salesperson will be able to help you with these steps as well as many other details pertaining to your log home. We can help you achieve your goal of building a log home!