In the Woods

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Many log home buyers act as their own general contractor and others hire a general contractor to oversee the construction process. By acting as your own general contractor you save the typical 10% that a general contractor adds to the total cost to oversee the job; however you also assume the responsibility of obtaining the bids, overseeing the job and the supervision and coordination of the sub-contractors.

Plan Overview

Whether you decide to go with a general contractor or you act as your own general contractor the process is similar. Once you find a parcel of land suitable for building and determine how the project will be financed you would then proceed to prequalifation to determine your available funds. Then it's up to you to chose the log home that best suits your needs and start drawing up the plans! It is always advisable to get several bids for each aspect of the project. Once those decisions have been made you can then secure your building permit and proceed to clearing your property, laying your foundation and erecting your log home. Proper planning is essential for this process to go smoothly. But before you know it, you'll have your Certificate of Occupancy, you can relax in your beautiful log home.

Budget Overview

Setting a budget is one of your first tasks when preparing to build a new home. Log homes are no exception. It is advisable to speak with a mortgage lender or use a mortgage calculator to get an idea of what you pre-qualify for based on your current income and debt.

Customization Overview

As you go through the process of which home you would like to build, you will need to evaluate your present and future needs such as single level or multi level home, type of foundation, the syle of home that fits your personal taste, a log style and size that exemplifies that style, the number and location of the bedrooms and baths, the expanse of living space and it's proximity to the dining and kitchen areas, the ceiling heights and your requirements for a garage or workspace.

Whatever your needs, In The Woods can design a home that is spacious and energy efficient. Any of our plans can be modified to meet your specific needs or we can work from a plan you supply to create a dwellng truly unique to your imagination. We are here to make your dream home happen.

Services Overview

One of the major components of the construction of your log home is the erection of the weathertight shell package. In addition to furnishing you with the materials for your weathertight shell; in many areas of the country AmerLink Construction can furnish you with the labor to erect your weathertight shell package. And there are a number of advantages to having the same company that furnishes you with the materials package install those materials.