At Appalachian Log Homes of Asheville, we believe it is important for the consumer to understand the log home construction process that the Appalachian building crew is respsonsible for from beginning to end, as well as the materials involved. In the photo gallery below, we illustrate the primary steps to help the consumer better understand the construction process. Click on any of the thumbnails below to view a larger image . . .


1: ALH truck(s) arrive.


2: Trucks are unloaded by our crew and equipment and items accounted for.


3: Stack and level logs.


4: All dovetail corners caulked.


5: All dovetail corners are spiked.


6: Alignment rods are installed per design.


7: Logs are topped out.


8: Log walls erected.


9: Ceiling beams set.


10: Ceiling beams set.


11: Wiring installed at preplanned locations (by your electrician) and ceiling deck installed.


12: Shed dormer walls are built.


13: Rafters set.


14: Double ridge beam for wide spans.


15: Corners are stacked tight.


16: Symmetry designed into system to afford aesthetic beauty.


17: Sub-jambs are set for windows and doors.


18: Sub-jambs are cut short to allow for minimal settlement.


19: Shed dormer wall erected.


20: Dog house dormers framed.


21: Collar ties placed.


22: Collar ties bolted.


23: Roof deck installed.


24: Insulation panels applied over builders paper.


25: Builders paper applied for temporary roof dry-in.


26: Front window dormer framed.


27: Begin 1 inch log veneer with true dovetail corners at garage.



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