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Many home owners are confused by the conflicting information within the log home industry. We hope the following information will assist you in selecting a log home restoration company. Most home owners request 2-3 estimates to compare companies, service and price when choosing a contractor to restore their log home. Contractors may offer various products and solutions such as oil based or water based stains, corn cob blasting or power washing, full log or half log replacement and the list goes on.
The price may greatly vary but keep in mind you are not always comparing “apples to apples”. So, where do you begin? Start with the basics by verifying the company is insured and licensed. Also, check references for log homes they have restored in your area. Past clients can offer insight and confidence in your decision. Once this is complete, below are some ideas to consider when reviewing the details of your estimate.
Small Local Company Versus Large Company Based Outside of Your Area
Home owners sometimes mention they only feel comfortable hiring a small, local company; while others state they do not want a “mom & pop operation”. We are associated with both large and small companies and have found it is not the size of the company or how far they travel that determines the quality of work. Keep in mind, the larger restoration companies have several crews working in different locations because they have grown, most likely due to their quality of work and good reputation. We encourage you to entertain all your options and not let the size of the company weigh too heavily on your decision.
Time Frame
If you need to restore your home in the near future for a particular reason, ask when they are available to start. The time may vary due to weather conditions but most companies try to be as accurate as possible. Most restoration companies schedule months in advance. If you are interested in only a specific service such as corn cob blasting, maintenance (light wash & top coat), or log repair, they will do their best to schedule around restoration jobs in your area.
Price
Please remember, you may not be comparing identical services and products, so although you would like to spend the least amount possible, there is much more to consider. You may want to start with details regarding the estimates:
Are all estimates from licensed log home professionals with insurance and references?
Do all estimates include decks, porches, railing, etc.?
Are there log outbuildings or log garages included?
Prep work (window covering, electrical, cable wires, etc.) included?
Clean up (removal of debris, media and other work items) included?
All material needed for your project included in the estimates?
Written warranty regarding their work and your satisfaction?
Asbestos in Canada: Canada used to be one of the most important asbestos producers and still supports its use in less dangerous variations and mines in Quebec are still operating. Nearly all office and public buildings or schools built before the 1980s used asbestos for thermal, fire and sound insulation. The people who were most ‘at risk’ were mostly the workers installing asbestos materials, especially in cases where health and safety instructions were ignored. Then the dust from the installation process could escape into the air and people were breathing in the poisonous toxins. Canada still hasn’t banned the use of asbestos. However, improvements have been made - Ontario banned using asbestos as insulation back in 1973. Local governments have been making an effort to get rid of this material from public buildings and any work that involves either installing or removing it is governed by very stringent regulations.
Asbestos in Toronto: What concerns asbestos in buildings, Ontario has very severe rules, especially since 2007. Landlords have to submit any strange material deteriorating in the building for examination. There are professional companies that can remove the asbestos safely, if its presence is found out. If it is found out that the deterioration might continue, the professionals will remove the whole affected area, again following strict safety rules.
Do-it-Yourself
We do not recommend restoring your log home yourself. However, we realize you may find the project either cost prohibitive or feel confident performing the work on your own. You may decide to have a professional do the more skill oriented tasks such as corn cob blasting, log repair or caulking and most companies are happy to contract a portion of your project. We understand and respect your decision. After much patience and hard work there is great satisfaction. Good luck in the restoration of your log home
Resource Author Francisco Rodriguez Higueras
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