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Domestic hot water consumes a considerable portion of a home’s energy. So it makes sense that to look for better ways to heat water in the home. One option to consider is the Eos Solar Collector System, which uses evacuated tube collectors to pre-heat water for domestic use and/or radiant heat. The money savings come… Read more »

Celebrate November with 10% off your Katahdin Cedar Log Home! November is a great month to celebrate our proudest moments.  We’re especially proud to be joining our friends at Eddie Montgomery’s Steakhouse to celebrate the upcoming grand opening of the 20,000-square-foot restaurant and entertainment venue in Harrodsburg, Ky. The crews are just wrapping up the… Read more »

Katahdin’s Energy Envelope System™ meets or exceeds the sweeping new federal energy requirements based on 2009 International Energy Conservation Code. Register on our website by November 30, 2009, you’ll be eligible for a free upgrade to the R-23 Energy Envelope System™. To qualify, you must take delivery of your log home by June 30, 2010.… Read more »

Though we like to look at a variety of options when it comes to heating, for many of us in the Northern climate zones, oil is still the only way many people can heat their homes. So, while heating oil can be an expensive way to heat, improving the efficiency of your furnace and boiler… Read more »

Log home enthusiasts are always looking for new ways to incorporate color into their homes. Now appliance manufactures have developed new palettes for the discerning homeowner. These new colors can provide a splashy focal point to a kitchen or laundry area in a delightful way. Retro looks with vibrant colorsLog homes tend to lend themselves… Read more »

Many homeowners are looking for flooring options that don’t compromise indoor air quality. Wool carpeting is one way to avoid the VOCs contained in man-made flooring and carpets. Many wool carpeting options are available, including wool oriental carpets, and contemporary wool carpets with splashy geometric designs. But one new option for wall-to-wall carpeting is the… Read more »

Most of our friends in southern more tropical climates rely on air conditioning to keep cool in the summer, and if you’ve ever visited in the warmer months you really can’t blame them. But for many others who live in cooler northern areas, air conditioning seems to be less of a necessity. Today approximately three-quarters… Read more »

If you’ve got questions about your dream log home, we’ve got answers—including the newest energy saving requirements for homes in your state. Our experts can help you with all the aspects you’ve been wondering about, both big and small, as well as how we can work within your budget and price to meet energy requirements… Read more »

The roof you select for your log home can have a big influence on energy savings and provide improved protection from the elements. There are many options available—too many to list here—but we thought we’d give you an overview so that you’ll know what questions to ask. Asphalt Shingles. This is the most common type… Read more »

Experience the log home lifestyle you’ve dreamed of first-hand! Here’s a preview of the featured Katahdin Cedar Log Home you’ll visit as part of the Waterbury, Conn., Home Buyers Seminar on November 7. We look forward to meeting you! > >