Are Log Homes Energy Efficient? : A Sustainable Retreat Log homes have a timeless charm and evoke images of cozy cabins nestled in the woods or by a serene lake. Beyond their aesthetic appeal, log homes have gained recognition for their energy-efficient properties. In an era where sustainability is paramount, these traditional structures [...]
Create a Clean, Calm Home Without Creating Problems for the Environment If you have been thinking about decluttering your home, you are on the path to making your home more relaxing and stress-free for your entire family. But if you are not careful, your cleaning methods could actually do more harm than good to [...]
How to Get Started - (...more detail) How to get started with Custom Timber Log Homes couldn't be easier! Getting started with us here at Custom Timber Log Homes is as easy as can be. We have two systems for log home sales and construction. Getting started can be as [...]
Homeowners Associations Good or Bad? If you’re shopping for land for your new log or timber home, it’s likely you’ve come across a few properties that are governed by a homeowners’ association. Homeowners’ Associations, or HOAs, have been in existence for years, but have gained in popularity over the last several years. Over 62 million [...]
One of our past homes has been featured in the May issue of Country's Best Cabins! Grab a copy and take a look. See the online version from Country's Best Cabins. The Chilhowee Mountain Retreat, owned by Jim and Mary Haider, in Maryville, Tn, has been serving their bed and breakfast guests since their establishment [...]
Shared Dropbox Folder? We wanted to take a quick moment and give a few paragraphs on using one of our services here at Custom Timber. We often deal with very large files for our communications, and sometimes that involves using a dropbox for business account. Wait! Don't panic! You don't have to install anything on [...]
What Should I Buy When? Our Monthly Guide to Getting the Best Deals at the Best Times The holidays are upon us! Thanksgiving has come and gone, and our pants are just a little tighter than they were a week ago. Now, it’s time to think about Christmas. All of us here at CTLH love [...]
Anderson VeriLock Sensors! Custom Timber Log Homes now offer the Andersen and Eagle brands of windows and doors! One of the most overlooked areas of a home is often the windows and doors. Unfortunately, many people wait until the last minute to decide on these; now, with the new line of Andersen VeriLock Sensors, this [...]
As the temperatures outside drop, our energy bills often rise. This doesn’t have to be the case. There are some simple ways you can keep your log home warm this winter without breaking the bank. Here are twelve tips to help you be both comfortable and energy efficient. Some you probably have heard before, but [...]
Logs and Legacies A Chat with a Custom Timber Homeowner - The Spradling Home Building a log home is an exciting experience, one many people wait years to endeavor. But, all the planning, decisions, and waiting can also be a little scary. We at CTLH understand that. And so do our past customers, who have [...]
