A: With the savings you get with Taylor Made Log Homes, the costs are about equal, comparing apples to apples.

A: Nearly all of our log homes are custom designed, in house.  As a general rule, just about any floor plan can be built as a log home.

A: The two main areas of maintenance will be staining and caulking.  This is an area you do not want to skimp on.  We recommend Sikkens wood finishes and Log Builder caulks.  After the initial process you will need to re-stain and caulk your home every 3 to 5 years depending on how much sun, wind and rain your home gets.

A: We offer both kiln dried and air dried logs.  After many debates on this subject, we will let the decision up to you.  We have our own personal views.

A: Depending on the style and size of your log, settling will vary.  This is all taken in account during construction; allowing your logs to settle freely and evenly.

A: Logs have an R value of about 1.3 per inch.  If constructed properly, an 8" log can be upwards of 20% more efficient than an R-19 conventional wall due to the properties of thermal mass.

A: Depending on how many changes you make in the design process, it typically costs between $1.50 and $2.00 per square foot.  Keep in mind if Taylor Made Log Homes builds your log home, this will be credited toward your project.

A: The building permit agency in your area will determine whether you need your plans engineered or not.

A: Many problems can occur when getting all your material upfront like storage, theft, shortages, and handling pose huge logistical nightmares.  At Taylor Made Log Homes, we buy our material locally; materials will be delivered to the jobsite as needed.

A: In today's market, banks can frown on financing a log home due to the fact that you are paying for the entire package upfront before any construction has been completed.  At Taylor Made Log Homes, you are dealing with one company for everything.  Banks typically treat your loan the same as any conventional home which is a big advantage.

A: Eastern white pine harvested from Pennsylvania and north, is our wood of choice due to the fact that eastern white pine is readily available, energy efficient, stains and finishes well, is more stable than other species, keeping checking and warping to a minimum.

A: At Taylor Made Log Homes, you will be dealing with one person from the design to the finishing touches.  This cuts out a lot of leg and guess work.  One person, one price.

A: Taylor Made Log Homes is a division of Innovative Building & Design, Inc. which has been building log homes for more than 20 years; combined with sales experience of more than 25 years.

A: We provide log homes council graded, stamped logs.  This assures you the highest quality and no false promises.

A: Taylor Made Log Homes deals with mills that offer many different sizes, profiles, and corner styles.

A: Taylor Made Log Homes has a distinct advantage over other log home companies.  Not only do we sell the package, we also take care of design, permitting, excavation and construction of your log home.  We are with you every step of the way, cutting out the middleman and passing the savings on to you.