Beaver Mountain Log & Cedar Homes Hancock, NY

Class is in Session!!!

noreply@blogger.com (Chris W - Sales Manager) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:00:00 +0000

WEBINAR WAS A SUCCESS !

We want to thank everyone who tuned in to the first Beaver Mountain Webinar broadcast.
We hosted ourfirst Webinar on November 11th and the feedback was very
positive. Titled “Home Planning Seminar”; we touched on site selection and preparation,
financing, design, the ordering process and log construction.

Beaver Mountain plans to offer this webinar as well as others in the future.

We’ll be sure to post information on the next one, here, on our blog

or call us at 1-800-233-2770!

Open House... NOVEMBER 13th-15th

noreply@blogger.com (Chris W - Sales Manager) — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:36:00 +0000

COME TO THE MOUNTAIN...

You are invited to our November Open House this weekend!

If you are considering a log, insulated 1/2 log or wood hybrid home this is your opportunity to get started! Considered one of the most impressive displays in the northeast you will be able to:

- Tour our (3) model homes ranging from 1700-4000 square feet!
- Learn about the various construction methods and home options in our one of kind Showroom!
- Relax in our design lounge and review hundreds of photo's, floor plans and design ideas!
- Speak to members of our professional sales and technical staff about your needs and desires!
- Register for a variety of educational seminars and workshops!

Friday November 13th- 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Saturday November 14th- 8:30 am- 4:30 pm
Sunday November 15th- 11am-4pm

For More Information Call 1-800-233-2770

Webinar: Wed. Nov. 11 at 7pm

noreply@blogger.com (Chris W - Sales Manager) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 18:42:00 +0000

Beaver Mountain’s New Webinar Series:
Wednesday, November 11th @ 7pm

“Building your Log Home” Presented by Frank Myka, Building Consultant

You’re invited to join Beaver Mountain Log & Cedar Homes for a Home Planning Webinar from the comfort of your own living room. If you've been dreaming about building a new home this is your opportunity to get started!

To register log on to: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/880177905

or

Call 1- 800-233-2770 for more information!

Renewable Energy Seminar Series : Geothermal Specialist Paul Auerbach

noreply@blogger.com (Chris W - Sales Manager) — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 13:13:00 +0000

"Unveiling the Secrets About Renewable Energy"

Saturday November 14th: 2pm- 4pm

Presented by Paul Auerbach, a Leading Expert in Geothermal Technology and Energy-Centric Construction - Accredited by AIA, The National Society of Professional Engineers & Central Hudson Utilities. Learn more about Renewable Energy for your home.

Beaver Mountain Log & Cedar Homes and Total Green Renewable Energy Systems (www.TotalGreenUS.com) are pleased to announce a special seminar to teach you what you need to know about Renewable Energy.

REGISTER and learn...

- How you can heat, cool and enjoy hot water without burning any fossil fuel
-The Pros and Cons of Solar, Wind & Geothermal
-Real Benefits & Payback
-Energy Efficiency Strategies
-The Environmental Impact
-30% Renewable Energy Tax Credits

Seminar will be held at the Beaver Mountain Design Center on Route 17/I-86 near Hancock, NY following the Beaver Mountain Mill Tour & Log Building Workshop*

Call 1-800- 233-2770 to Register today!!

*Limited space available - by reservation only. Mill Tour & Log Building Workshop begins at 10am. Renewable Energy Seminar begins at 2pm. You must register for each event separately.

The Schoen Home

noreply@blogger.com (Beaver Mountain Log & Cedar Homes) — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 21:46:00 +0000

Meet Mike Santamaria

noreply@blogger.com (Beaver Mountain Log Homes) — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 19:35:00 +0000

Title: Customer & Builder Relations

At BMLH Since: 2000

Responsibilities: Coordinating all customer and builder service issues, sales orders, delivery scheduling, TA scheduling

Background: Over 12 years customer service experience, began work at Beaver Mountain in the production department, worked next in the engineering department and has worked extensively with the sales department at home shows

Best Part of the Job: Meeting and working with our customers and builders, the challenge of finding a positive resolution to any customer or builder issue and never knowing what the next phone call will bring

Recreational Activities: Spending time with his wife and two boys, an owner of a local family restaurant (Farley's), coaching Deposit Youth Program (baseball, football & basketball), spending time with friends, fishing, golfing, motorcycle riding & BBQ'ing

Open House Friday-Monday 10/9-10/12

noreply@blogger.com (Chris W - Sales Manager) — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 17:33:00 +0000

You're invited!

The best way to appreciate the care that goes into your Beaver Mountain Log Home is to observe it first hand! Come to the Mountain this weekend for our Annual Fall Open House and learn what sets a Beaver Mountain Log Home apart!

-Tour our (3) Model Homes and experience log home living!
-Visit our Showroom and learn all about the options available to you!
-Relax in our Design Lounge and enjoy a cup of coffee and quietly dream!

Are you still looking for that perfect site for your dream home? On Saturday 10/10 from 9am-3pm Representatives from Red Stone Properties will be on hand to showcase properties right here in the Catskills and Upstate New York! www.redstoneproperties.com

PLUS!!!

Factory Tour & Log Building Workshop
Saturday, Oct. 10th- 10am-1pm
Think all log homes are created equal... think again! Tour our factory and see step by step the craftsmanship that goes into your Beaver Mountain log home. Talk to our technical advisers and view a log home pre assembled in preparation for delivery. Space is limited-Please RSVP!

Home Planning Seminar
Sunday, Oct. 11th - 10am - 1pm
Share your passion and let us help you prepare for the demands of the project ahead. Preparation, knowledge, and finding the right partners to work with will make your project run smoothly and be an enjoyable experience. Beaver Mountain will assist you with each step and this seminar will offer some of the tools you will need to move forward confidently. Seating is limited- Please RSVP!

Call 1(800) 233-2770 for more details!

Pondering Design

noreply@blogger.com (Beaver Mountain Log Homes) — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 17:08:00 +0000

Now that fall is upon us and the end of the year is rapidly approaching, I pause for a moment to reflect on several design projects. Whether it's a one room cabin along the river for that fly fishing retreat you have always dreamed of or a 10,000 square foot "Log Cabin" to call home, I've been working on it. This year has truly been all about our "custom crafting" from floor plans to large lathe turned logs and timbers.

As a designer, it's very exciting to design for a company with such a high level of craftsmanship because the possibilities are endless. No matter the size or style of your next project, I look forward to working with you.

John Lanner, Sr. Design Consultant

Energy Efficiency...The Details Matter!

noreply@blogger.com (Chris W - Sales Manager) — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 16:20:00 +0000

Despite what some manufacturers may lead you to believe, the energy efficiency of your log home will depend on more than just the species of wood. In fact, there are several key areas to consider when discussing the energy performance of your log home.

An obvious place to start is the size of the log. A thicker log will perform better since it has a higher R- value and more thermal mass to draw from. As a result choosing a thicker log could lead to energy savings. Here at Beaver Mountain our standard 10" log wall will likely perform better than the a typical 6" or 8" log - regardless of species. However this is only part of the overall equation.

We feel it is important to pay close attention to the construction methods a manufacturer has in place in several key areas of the home. The areas that have been found to be crucial to energy efficiency are:

1) The ridge area of vaulted ceilings
2) The joint between the plate log and the roof
3) The protrusions of logs through the exterior walls (both frame and log protrusions)
4) The connection of the log wall with a frame wall
5) The connection of the window / door to the log wall
6) The log corner interface
7) The connections between the floor and the first “sill” log

The fact is many log home manufacturers leave these important items to the builder to determine how they should be constructed. At Beaver Mountain we address each of these items here, at our manufacturing facility. Our double tongue and groove between the logs is a double insurance against air infiltration/ heat loss, and our construction system is pre-cut, pre-grooved and pre-assembled prior to arriving to your job site. These added steps ensure that the assembly is air tight and your home is energy efficient.

We invite you to visit our showroom or take one of our scheduled tours or seminars to learn more about The Beaver Mountain difference and the energy efficiency of our homes.

Call 1-800-233-2770 for more information today!

Siding, Railing & Stain

noreply@blogger.com (Beaver Mountain Log Homes) — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 18:03:00 +0000

Thinking of replacing that clapboard siding on the garage? What about using wood railing on the staircase to the newly finished family room in the basement? Need another coat of wood preservative on the house? At Beaver Mountain, we offer many components and products above and beyond log and insulated half log home packages.

We produce a number of different railing, log sidings and timber staircase styles. We carry a number of wood care products, including caulks, sealants and wood finishes. Timber materials are also available for porch headers, rafters and trusses.

Give Mike a call at 607-467-1660 or 888-857-2158 for samples and pricing.

Fall Colors...

noreply@blogger.com (Chris W - Sales Manager) — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 14:14:00 +0000

It’s hard to believe that Summer is almost over, although here in the Northeast it’s been the Summer that never was! This time of year many of my clients are beginning to make plans to start construction in the Spring, but did you know that the Fall is one of the best times of the year to build? Normally the ground has had a chance to dry out, which makes it easier for your site and foundation contractors to get their heavy equipment in and out of the job site. Dirt roads are stable and fixed up from damages of the previous winter’s frosts. I visited many a soggy job sites this past Spring to see concrete trucks stuck up to their axles in mud!

Contractors are also eager to retain a project to carry them through the Winter. By planning now, you can easily have your dream home enclosed before the snow starts to fly. Once the house is shelled in, your contractor will have your undivided attention as he completes all the interior finish work over the course of the Winter. And with the arrival of Spring, you can jump right into having your landscaping completed; this way your new plantings will have an entire growing season to get established.

So, if you thought of building this Fall or are thinking of moving your timeline ahead, give your Beaver Mountain Sales Consultant a call and you can be enjoying the site of your dream home under construction right along with all those Fall colors!

Call 1-800-233-2770 to schedule a consultation!

Andersen Windows & Patio Doors Commitment to the Environment

noreply@blogger.com (Beaver Mountain Log Homes) — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 15:09:00 +0000

Andersen Corporation will continue our longstanding commitment to leadership in environmental stewardship and to make a positive impact in the communities in which we live and work.

Some examples of our commitment to the environment include:

ENERGY STAR Program - The U.S. Department of Energy's ENERGY STAR Program made us the first national window and patio door manufacturer whose standard product line met all of its requirements in all three U.S. climate regions. For more information, visit ENERGY STAR Homes. The Environmental Protection Agency named us the 1998 Outstanding ENERGY STAR Homes Manufacturer Ally. Again, we were the first window and patio door company to win such an honor.

Green Seal Certification - Green Seal, the independent American environmental labeling organization, recognized us in 1995 & 1997, thus making us the only window manufacturer to receive such a certification. For more information, visit Green Seal. Said Green Seal President Norman Dean: "If all the windows in the U.S. were as energy efficient as those made by Andersen, we would save 2.5 percent of the annual U.S. energy consumption."

Development of Fibrex Material - Fibrex material is a unique composite that reduces our need for raw material by reclaiming much of the wood and vinyl from our waste stream. Forty percent of its weight is reclaimed wood. Initially, we used Fibrex material in the subsill of our Frenchwood hinged patio doors. But, because of its remarkable performance, we've taken it into other product lines. In fact, we're looking into using it in products besides windows and doors. The environment isn't the only winner. Independent tests show that Fibrex material is virtually resistant to rotting and insulates nearly as well as wood.

For more information about Andersen's commitment to the environment visit: www.andersenwindows.com/servlet/Satellite/AW/Page/awGeneral-3/1200437179427

Submitted by Ross Brown, Andersen Corporation

Dan & Jean's Design - Part 6

noreply@blogger.com (Beaver Mountain Log Homes) — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 14:47:00 +0000

Continued from June 26th...

Every day is one day closer to Dan and Jean's dream coming true.

Builder Jim Cammer and his crew are doing a beautiful job, concentrating on getting the outside of the home done during the nice days, which have been few and far between this summer. The numerous rainy days have not gone to waste as there is plenty of inside work.

Jim has worked closely with Mike (Beaver Mountain Customer & Builder Relations) on a couple issue that have popped up during the building process. In one case, Jim's crew needed a couple more pieces of lumber to finish the outside deck. Jim also felt that trimming the porch in a slightly different manner than shown on the blueprints would make for a more pleasing finished product. Mike was very accommodating and made arrangements for Jim and his crew to have the material they needed, without holding up the construction of Dan and Jean's home.

Jim and crew have several more weeks of work, but that doesn't stop Jean from thinking about holiday decorating or Dan from planning a BBQ for his first summer deck party. Hopefully they will snap some picture when the time comes and post them for all of us to see.

The NEW Floorplans pages are LIVE!

noreply@blogger.com (Beaver Mountain Log & Cedar Homes) — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 15:00:00 +0000

We are all very excited about this project! Our months of hard work has paid off in the form of the new floorplans pages that are easier to navigate, searchable and best of all include many more plans!

When you go to www.beavermtn.com/floorPlan, the first thing you'll notice is that our plans are broken up into 4 categories; Classic, Signature, MossCreek and Custom.

Our Classic Designs are the tried and true plans over the past 25 years. They are all under 2,000 sqare feet.
Our Signature Designs have been recently updated and include some designs by award winning designer Murray Arnott. These plans range from 1,500 sq. ft to 4,000 sq. ft. and include solid log, insulated half log and hybrid features.
The MossCreek Designs are exciting luxury plans from MossCreek Designs (http://www.mosscreek.com/) and incorporate beautiful upscale touches to the plans such as timber porches, stone entryways, interesting rooflines and more! These will be added to in the very near future. If you'd like to see more, contact your sales consultant at 800-233-2770!
And finally, our Custom Designs. We are very excited about this line of plans. These represent homes that our clients have worked with our in house designers to create. They are gorgeous, luxurious and reflect their individuality.

And if you know what you're looking for, you can use our search tool to refine your criteria so only the plans that fit your needs will come up. Just click on "Search" on the top navigation bar next to "Beaver Mountain Floorplans".

As always, use these floorplans as a starting point for your home. Our clients typically come to their design sessions with a few different homes that they like and end up blending the different features into their home to make it their own distinctive style.

To get you started, we are offering free 11x17 plans of the floorplan of your choice! Go to www.beavermtn.com/learnmore to register for yours!

*Preliminary Designs are not for construction. They will be mailed to you after registering. For more information about any of our plans, please contact your sales consultant at 800-233-2770.

Yes! There is still plenty of time...

noreply@blogger.com (Chris W - Sales Manager) — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 12:11:00 +0000

Q- Do we still have time to build this year? ..

This is a question I hear often this time of the year.

The answer – a resounding YES!!

If you are considering building, and you would like to enjoy your home next year, why wait? Start planning the home now, get your order placed for a fall delivery, and have use of it as early as spring 2010!

Here in the Northeast, summer seems to fly by and we all agree it is just too short. As we get into August and the start of the new school year approaches we realize that fall is close to follow.

Don’t let that discourage you. Actually, fall is a great time to build. It is typically drier in the fall than in the spring, and builders often are available, as the home they began in the spring is nearing or at completion. Builders also look to have work for the winter, and to get a house enclosed in the fall for indoor work over the winter months is ideal!

Beaver Mountain is currently scheduling production for September and throughout the remainder of 2009. With low interest rates, competitive pricing from builders and sub-contractors, and Beaver Mountain Fall and Winter building promotions, WHY WAIT?
Late summer and Fall are great times to build !

Call 1-800-233-2770 For more Information!

Can a “High Performance Home” be designed using Solid Log and Insulated Half Log construction?

noreply@blogger.com (Beaver Mountain Log Homes) — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 13:16:00 +0000

In short the answer is yes! First though, let’s look at what a “High Performance Home” is. A high performance home, to me, is safer and healthier to live in, utilizes today’s technologies to use less energy, is built with sustainable materials and has a lower overall impact on the environment. A high performance home will outperform a traditional home that is built only with the goal of meeting code. The ultimate goal of a high performance home is to have all elements work together for greater energy efficiency and comfort, while also ensuring healthy indoor air quality.
Beaver Mountain Log & Cedar Homes has been focused on providing energy efficient homes for many years. I am currently working with several clients who are in the process of designing or building high performance homes (a.k.a. green or eco-friendly). Based on specific site conditions as well as personal preference, some are using solid log walls and others are using our insulated half log wall system. A few of the high performance methods being used include passive solar, geothermal, cool color roof shingles, solar panels and spray cellulose or foam insulation. These technologies combined with Beaver Mountain's expertise and quality of materials will set you well on your way to building a beautiful high performance home. The more natural wood products you use in your home such as logs and timbers (vs. man made conventional materials) the greener your home will be. We do not pre-treat or borate dip our logs so they are 100% natural and don’t emit harmful VOCs or other pollutants. Soil, water and air combined with energy from the sun are all that are needed to grow the trees our homes are made of. The thermal mass benefits of solid log construction better utilize available energy in both summer cooling and winter heating. According to the U.S. Department of Energy website you can save as much as 30-50% on your utility costs by incorporating various high performance or green building principles into the structure of your home. You can save 50-75% on your light bill alone by installing energy efficient fixtures and bulbs. The log and timber components our homes are milled from are not only beautiful they are renewable, recyclable and energy efficient.
Contact us today and find out how you too can benefit by designing and building a high performance home with Beaver Mountain.
John Lanner, Senior Design Consultant

Checks & Caulking

noreply@blogger.com (Beaver Mountain Log Homes) — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 18:29:00 +0000

You just noticed some small splits or as they are called in the log home industry “checks”, in the logs on the outside of your home, what should you do? First off, this is a normal occurrence. These can occur in the first couple of years after your home is completed, especially on the more exposed west and south sides of the home. These sides receive more sun and higher temperatures. This can cause the logs moisture content to dry more than the less exposed sides. This additional drying will sometimes cause checks to occur.
How concerned you should be, depends on where the check is, if they are small, less than a ¼” wide and on the under side of the log radius, you can apply caulk or leave them alone. If they are on the upper side of the log radius they should be caulked.
Checks on the upper side of the log can have rainwater or snow melt running into the opening. This will increase the weathering process of the wood and during the winter months, the water can freeze and expand increasing the size of the opening.
To get a good weather tight seal with the caulk, we recommend using a wire brush or coarse sand paper to remove any dirt and finish from around the crack, then clean the area with mineral spirits, let that dry then apply caulk into and over the crack. Allow the caulk to skim over, and then apply a coat of finish over the caulk. This will create a weather tight seal over the check.
We provide Sashco’s Conceal caulk for caulking any small gaps that may occur on the outside of the logs. If you decide to use another brand of caulk make sure it is a high quality caulk and for exterior use, as a rule of thumb the high the cost of the caulk the better the quality. And make sure the caulk color will match the finish color.
Also check the handrails and exposed log ends for new checks. If you have any questions please give us a call, we will be happy to give you some guidance.
Fred Hathaway

Dan & Jean's Design - Part 5

noreply@blogger.com (Beaver Mountain Log Homes) — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 14:52:00 +0000

Continued from June 9th...

What an exciting day June 15th was for Dan and Jean. This was the day that three tractor trailers pulled up to their building site and delivered the logs for their home, along with many other materials, but after all it's the logs which make it a log home.

Site work was done, the foundation was poured, and Dan and Jean's builder, having picked up the first floor materials a week earlier, was not only ready for delivery of the main structural components, he was ready to begin assembly of the log walls.

In order to keep the project moving along, the builder had made arrangements with Mike (Beaver Mountain's Customer & Builder Relations) to schedule Technical Assistance. So bright and early on the 17th, Jim, Beaver Mountain's Field Technical Advisor, arrived to assist in getting the log wall installation underway. About a week later, the log walls were assembled and the builder was ready to move onto the roof system.

We will wrap up this string of post the week of August 10th, when we give an update on the building progress.

Thinking outside "THE BOX"

noreply@blogger.com (Chris W - Sales Manager) — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 19:49:00 +0000

For the past several months I have worked with a lovely couple on their dream home. And while many of our correspondence has been by fax, phone and email- for now "the box" has made a lasting impression on Ken and Lori’s Beaver Mountain building experience!

These attractive and yet sturdy boxes are typically used to mail documents, drawings and other items that otherwise would not fit into an envelope. A few months back when Ken and Lori needed to review some documents, being the frugal, environmentally responsible person I am, I decided to try something different with my nearby neighbor.

I placed the first documents in “the box” and with Lori’s permission decided to drop it off at their house. Lori in turn, left me a message that after they reviewed the documents she too, would leave “the box” on the porch for me to pick up. Over the next several weeks we passed "the box" back and forth many times. All the while our design and engineering department, in conjunction with the builder, collaborated and analyzed the design, materials and site location in order to satisfy NYS Energy Star requirements. They analyzed windows, overhangs, thermal mass, color and type of roof shingles as well as the energy efficiency of the corner styles. As a result, Lori and Ken will be substantially reducing their carbon footprint not only with their design but with the use of geothermal radiant heat and enough photovoltaic solar panels to provide 93% of their electrical usage.

So over the next few months the chronicles of “the box” will quickly draw to an end but the excitement that comes with the delivery and construction of Lori and Ken’s beautiful new “Environmentally Friendly” Beaver Mountain Home will last for many years to come!Debbie D- Building Consultant

For more information on how Beaver Mountain can help you build your dream home call 1-800-233-2770

Dan & Jean's Design - Part 4

noreply@blogger.com (Beaver Mountain Log Homes) — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 17:46:00 +0000

Continued from June 1st...

Our production department began milling Dan & Jean's wall logs on May 20th. This process involves taking a kiln dried rectangular "cant" of pine and running it through a special planer which mills a face on all four sides at the same time. Setting up the planer takes between four and six hours. Once the planer was ready, it took about four hours to mill Dan & Jean's logs.

Next, our precut production line took the lineal foot logs and cut them into all of the individual log pieces required for the log walls. This process includes cutting the logs to length, milling for splines, milling the necessary log corner joints and predrilling all of the logs for lag screws. After three days, the wall logs were cut and dry stacked.

Meanwhile, our panel shop was manufacturing the gable panel walls and precutting the rafters over the span of about one day. The component shop took about a day to manufacture the timber posts and truss pieces. Materials such as plywood, framing material, shingles, fasteners and finishes were pulled from inventory and packed for delivery in about 1 1/2 days.

Before we packed the logs for delivery, Dan and Jean were invited to visit our production facility and view their dry stacked wall logs. They arrived, along with their builder, and spent a little time sizing up the future rooms, taking snap shots and doing the "final inspection" of the wall logs.

Materials are pulled and we are ready to deliver Dan and Jean's package. Check back the week of June 29th when we will let you know how delivery went.

Dan & Jean's Design - Part 3

noreply@blogger.com (Beaver Mountain Log Homes) — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 14:59:00 +0000

Continued from April 20, 2009...

Near the end of March, the quote was updated to reflect Dan and Jean's redesigned home, and the builder submitted revised numbers. After reviewing the new plans, quote and builder's figures, on March 31st, Dan and Jean signed their revised approval drawings, purchase agreement and Detail Specification Form. A delivery date of June 10th was agreed upon, moving the project to the next phase in the design process.

The project was next put into the engineering department schedule for completion of Construction Drawings, including foundation and framing plans and construction details which the contractor will use when building Dan & Jean's home. Thermal Performance Calculations were also run to document that the home will meet state energy codes. On April 27th, these Architect sealed drawings and thermal calculations were sent to the customer. The engineering department then began work on Assembly Drawings.

Assembly Drawings, which include log & panel wall cutsheets, precut timber cutsheets and rafter patterns, plus the material list were next completed and forwarded to the production department on May 11th.

In Part 4, we will continue to chronicle the manufacturing of Dan & Jean's home as we approach the June 10th delivery date.

The Fun is in the Journey; The Pride is in the Home!

noreply@blogger.com (Chris W - Sales Manager) — Wed, 27 May 2009 14:19:00 +0000

I recently went to visit a Beaver Mountain Home under construction. I met the homeowner at the site. Both he and his project manager took me around the property where they explained the plans for the finishing touches of the home such as the tile style, the floor coverings, kitchen pantry area, and master bath fixtures. They removed their unique light fixtures from the boxes they were stored in and they lifted the protective covering off of furnishings that were waiting to be moved into the completed home for me to see. As they moved from room to room, you could see in their eyes the pride and satisfaction that the project was giving them, but more importantly, they were having fun!

Building your dream home, whether it is a 4000 sq ft lake house, or a 1200 sq ft hunting cabin is an experience where the fun is in the planning and the journey as much as in the finished product. At Beaver Mountain we understand this, and we do our best to help you plan, design, and co-ordinate the construction of your new home. We want you to remember your journey as a wonderful experience! We know you will be proud and completely satisfied with your Beaver Mountain Home for generations.

Come to the Mountain and see our model homes, check out our web site for plans, ideas, and information or call 1-800-233-2770 for information or to make an appointment.

Stopping Carpenter Bees

noreply@blogger.com (Beaver Mountain Log Homes) — Mon, 18 May 2009 14:51:00 +0000

Warm spring weather is here and with it the insect world reawakens. The carpenter bee or boring bee, so named because of the ½” diameter hole that they make in wood, also comes to life and starts looking for a site to start a nest.

The adult carpenter bee resembles the common bumblebee but has a shiny bluish-black abdomen, where as bumblebees have a hairy abdomen that is mostly yellow. They have a preference for certain softwood species, including southern yellow pine, white pine, cedar, redwood, Douglas fir and cypress. They overwinter in the wood, emerging in late April through June, find a mate, and search for a nest site. The female bores a new tunnel or cleans out an existing one. She bores into the wood approximately 1 inch then turns 90 degrees and tunnels another 4 to 6 inches and lays her eggs, starting the next generation.

Carpenter bees tend to return to the same area that they emerged from. Look for small amounts of sawdust on the logs and ground, which result from the boring. The hole, approximately ½ inch in diameter and almost perfectly round, is usually found up near the eaves or upper logs. When you find that the bees have started a nest you need to stop the bees and plug the holes.

The best control is to put a finish on the raw wood before the bees find the wood. Bees prefer unfinished wood but will bore and nest in stained wood. Special additives can be used with the finish to deter bees. We offer NBS30 (natural botanical) repellent, which is mixed in with the finish. There are other chemical products that can be put on or in the bored hole area to control their presence. Another method is to run a length of flexible wire into the tunnels to destroy the bee and larve, and then the hole can be filled with steel wool and caulked.

By being aggressive about detering carpenter bees, you can control their presence.

Fred Hathaway, Purchasing Manager

Thinking about Remodeling?

noreply@blogger.com (Chris W - Sales Manager) — Sat, 09 May 2009 12:57:00 +0000

Are you looking to add that touch of luxurious lodge or cozy cabin to transform your current home into a rustic mountain retreat?

Did you know that not only does Beaver Mountain Log & Cedar Homes design and manufacture log, panelized half log and hybrid wood homes, but we also offer a diverse line of individual log/timber components as well.

We offer:

- A wide variety of wood siding options to satisfy any style
- 1/2 log timber stair components
- Large milled and lathed turned log and timber components
- Wood railings, decorative posts

and much, much more!

Come to the Mountain and tour our (3) model homes, showroom and design center and see for yourself how you can transform your home and give it that unique handcrafted, mountain appeal.

For more information call 1-800-233-2770

Enhancing Your Buying Experience

noreply@blogger.com (Beaver Mountain Log & Cedar Homes) — Tue, 05 May 2009 14:14:00 +0000

Beaver Mountain recently received a 50-50 matching grant from New York State to train our employees in process improvement. The funds we received from this grant allowed us to hire an outside consulting firm to help us stream line our home order process and help us implement better procedures. As a result we have been able to move home orders through our facility faster and with more accuracy and quality control. In some cases we can deliver your home in as little as 4-6 weeks from time of order, however, the earlier you start the process the better. Typically 8-12 weeks provides enough time for custom order items and finalizing construction details.

This has been beneficial to our clients as we are able to better accommodate their needs. It also helps us find any mistakes that may have happened and correct them prior to delivery, ensuring that delivery will go smoothly. Beaver Mountain is always evolving, looking for ways to improve our processes and our products and this is just one example of how we are staying ahead of the industry. Thanks to the funds received from New York State we have been able to take advantage of this important training.

-Drew Prochazka, Business Manager