LHC Tech Notes
LHC "Tech Notes" are brief reports from the Log Homes Council Technical Committee addressing a variety of topics.
LHC Log Grading Program
Log grading is a process that certifies the quality of logs before the product leaves a sawmill. All LHC members are required to participate in a third-party log grading program prior to joining the council. The log grading process guarantees the consumer that their logs meet or exceed national standards for home building.Controlling Carpenter Bees
Tiny, aggressive,and persistent, carpenter bees are an often overlooked enemy of log homes and unpainted wood. Read this Tech Note to learn how to identify, prevent, and control damage inflicted by carpenter bees.Fasteners For Log Homes
Log home companies use multiple fastening systems to attach their logs. This Tech Note describes several different methods of fastening used in assembling log homes.Termite Prevention & Control
Effective termite prevetion relies on quality design, construction and maintenance. The Log Homes Council has prepared this two-page summary on how best prevent your log home from becoming a termite target.
