1.) What type of foundation do I need for my cabin?
It all depends on the size and use of the cabin. For smaller cabins used as a residential or vacation home I would consider a treated pole foundation, once your cabin is complete there are several options available as far as covering the exposed poles (See example below). We recommend using a concrete block foundation with larger cabins used for residential and vacation homes, for structural integrity and safety purposes. Regardless of size you are going to want the cabin lifted up off the ground providing a crawl space to run duct work for heating and air, pipes, etc. Cabins used for basic storage would be fine on gravel or solid concrete blocks depending on how level the location is.
This cabin is on a treated pole foundation
2.) Is electric available in my area?
Electric is availble in all of our portable cabins, but not with cabin kits.
3.) Do you provide the plumbing?
No, it is the customers responsibility.
4.) What is included in the bathroom option?
We will provide the toilet, sink, vanity, shower and/or tub along with plumbing cut out's. We can add custom options upon request (At an additional cost).
5.) Can I have a laundry room?
Yes, we can make a laundry/utility room with hook up's for a washer, dryer, hot water heater, etc.
6.) Does pricing include appliances?
No, we do not provide appliances, but can install hook ups for your stove and refrigerator. As far as floor plans are concerned they are only examples of how your furniture and appliances could be laid out.
7.) Does pricing include furniture?
No, but matching hand carved furniture is available at an additional cost.
8.) Can I use your Rent to Own option?
No, we do not offer any type of financing on our log cabins. We do have lofted cabins available for Rent to Own, they are built with T-1-11 and primarily used for storage, we can not add insulation, interior walls, etc.
9.) Do you build fireplaces?
No, we do not build fireplaces - We recommend a portable fire place or a wood burning stove. We can install a stainless steel flue for wood burning stoves.
10.) How does payment work?
25% deposit is required when order is placed by cash, cashiers check, wire trasnfer and/or money order. Kits require the balance be paid in full prior to shipping. Portable cabins require 50% prior to delivery and the balance paid upon delivery.
11.) How tall are the logs?
5"
12.) How tall are the side walls?
A standard cabin has approximately 79" side walls, 89" with loft anf 125" from floor to peak.
13.) What about anchoring?
Anchors are not included with portable cabins or kits unless otherwise specified by dealer.
14.) What is the upkeep?
You'll want to re-apply sealer and/or stain every 3-5 years or sooner depending on the weather conditions in your area.
15.) Do I need to do anything to the interior?
Yes, you'll want to apply a clear coat of polyurethane to the entire interior within at least 3 months of receiving your cabin. Failure to do this will result in darkening of the wood. We offer this service as an option on our portable cabins.
16.) Can I make my cabin taller?
Yes, with cabin kits we can add additional logs to give you more head room or a full second story. Portable cabins due to delivery restrictions cannot be made taller.
