Are Log Siding Homes Worth the Money?

The answer is ‘yes’, and this is good news whether you want to build or buy one. Log-siding homes can be a better investment than conventional real estate for several reasons:

• They are in demand
• They hold their values
• They have longevity
• They fit current trends
• They heat and cool well
• They control noise well

You know what you are getting when you build a new log siding home. Before buying an existing house, ensure a competent home contractor inspects it. This way, you will know if it needs any repairs or upgrades. A well-maintained log siding home should not present any issues of concern and be well worth the money.

Log Siding Home Worth: They Are in Demand

Log homes have another advantage over conventionally-built houses. There are few on the market at any one time in a given area. Your home will command a higher price if you want to sell it, and you may get into a motivated buyer-bidding situation.

More and more people are seeking a connection with nature, and it shows with the increased interest in log homes and cabins. Large windows provide spectacular views of forests, lakes, rivers, mountains, and wildlife. What better place to experience them than in a log home?

Builders report increased revenue during the past few years, even with the pandemic looming over our heads. Many homeowners are placed on waiting lists because the demand is high in many states. If you want one built, get your name on the list soon!

Log Siding Homes Hold Their Values and Have Longevity

By correctly maintaining your log siding home, you can expect it to retain its value over time, no matter how old. As a bonus, its resale value can be higher than conventional homes by as much as 30%. As with real estate generally, any log siding home maintained well is a good build or buy.

There is no concrete answer to how long a log siding home or cabin will last. Most of its longevity depends on how well it is maintained. Some full-log homes built in the late 1600s are still in use. Cedar has a better chance of maintaining its pristine condition than pine, but pine is less expensive. Either wood is a smart choice for that special place to live.

“Log siding homes can be a better investment than conventional real estate.”

More People Working from Home Outside the City 

Many people who have worked at home during the COVID pandemic do not want to return to their former workplaces. We see many people moving out of larger cities to avoid the higher cost of owning or renting homes. Many want to move to the suburbs or country to experience a quieter and simpler lifestyle and work life. This presents opportunities for both log home contractors and those who want to own a log home.

Log home living is a growing trend in virtually every state in the U.S., Europe, and Asia. If you want a log home, use log siding instead of full logs and save a ton of money. Insulating, installing wiring, and installing HVAC systems in log siding homes is easier.

Log Siding Home Worth: Heating, Cooling, and Noise Control

There are two things you may not know about log siding homes. They are naturally insulated from heat and cold and offer better noise control. These qualities alone make log-siding homes more valuable and attractive.

A well-insulated log home, including efficient windows, provides better interior temperature control year-round. Thick wood retains and releases heat well 24 hours a day. The HVAC system does not have to work as hard as those in conventional homes with drywall to keep the cabin or house cozy. As a result, you should have lower utility bills.

Noise control is better than in traditional homes because of the thicker walls. If you have ever been in log homes, you probably noticed how quiet they are. The thicker the siding, framing, and insulation, the better noise control your home will possess. 

There’s No Place Like Log Home Shoppe

When building a log siding home or converting a house to a log home, you can count on the Log Home Shoppe for high-quality materials. Each product is kiln-dried to the correct moisture content to control shrinkage and accept stains well. We supply all of these:

• Pine and cedar log siding with smooth or hand-hewn surfaces
• Log trims, corner systems, pine flooring, pine panelling, and cedar panelling
• Pine doors, log trusses, beam wraps, kitchen and bath cabinetry
• Stains, finishes, caulking, chinking, and log screws

References and Resources

• Global Log Home Demand
• Log Home Popularity