Log Home Construction Info
The Tomahawk Log Home construction system, Energy-Log™, delivers the authentic appearance of a full-log home, along with the ultimate in energy efficiency.
Log Home Exterior
Because Tomahawk Log Homes exterior walls consist of 2-by 6-inch stud framed walls, a vapor barrier, 6-inch fiberglass insulation, 1-inch foil faced sheathing and your choice of half-log or cedar siding styles, our log home construction system meets Energy Star's standards for energy efficiency. Our half-log home packages are available in Saddle-Lok™, Cross-Lok™, Verti-Lok™ and Verti-Log™ corner systems. Combinations of these are also common in many homes. All logs used are hand hewn, dip treated twice and air/kiln dried. For a more contemporary appearance, Beveled Edge Cedar and Wavy Edge Cedar are also available. All options come with special exterior wood stains, caulk and fasteners. For existing structures, any of our siding systems can also be used to remodel or wrap.
Log Home Interior
Another advantage of Energy-Log™ construction is the ability to select a variety of interior finishes. Options may include log rafters and collar ties, half-log or Chalet-Log™ interior log finishes, rough cut beams, knotty pine, wainscot, drywall or any combination you prefer. All log beams, collar ties, one-cut rafters and knotty pine cathedral ceilings are included as standard log home package items.
The Roof
A Tomahawk Log Homes roof consists of standard trusses, scissor trusses or a 2-by 14-inch rafter system. Our roof systems include proper vents, minimum 12-inch fiberglass insulation,5/8-inch CDX plywood or OSB sheathing, 15-pound felt, ice and water shield, fiberglass or asphalt shingles with continuous ridge and soffit vents.
Floor System
The Tomahawk Log Homes floor system consists of floor trusses, dimensional lumber or pre-engineered wood products. All bridging, blocking, plates, etc. are included. We also include a 3/4-inch high performance sub floor in our standard log home package.
Windows and Doors
Our standard window package includes high performance, double-hung windows, which are double glazed, low E coated and insulated with Argon gas. We also offer casement windows, awnings, picture units, bows, bays, trapezoids, round tops and slidebys. All windows come standard with extension jambs, removable grills and maintenance-free clad exteriors. All swing set, sliding and insulated steel doors and entry hardware are standard log home package items.
Custom is Standard
Tomahawk Log Homes can provide custom components and accents, allowing you to personalize your dream home to your unique lifestyle. Many of our specialty components are included as standard items in our log home package. All are hand hewn, not machined.
Local and Nationwide Delivery
As builders ourselves, we know how important it is to have all the items you need, when you need them. We stage all deliveries to meet your specific construction schedule.
