How long does it take to build a log cabin?

Answer 1

There is no simple answer to that question. There are a lot of factors which must be considered including:

- What size is the home you want to build?

• The larger the square footage and the more levels you include the longer it will take.

- How complex is the design?

• If you want to build a simple rectangular cabin, it may not take more than a month to put up, but if you envision a home with multiple angles, roof lines and pop-outs, it could take months to complete.

- Do you plan to use a ready-made kit or a custom design?

• A well-made kit that is simplistic in nature can be shipped and built rather quickly, but if you plan to make changes to a design or work with a professional architect you should add a few months to your timeline. Not only does the design phase take time, but the home should also be engineered specifically for the changes you made and building permits may also take a bit longer.

- What is the quality of the product, the log system and your builder?

• There are some people who think "rustic log cabin" and naturally assume that the rustic nature of the home equals a simple construction, as if they had Lincoln Logs to work with. If you want a home that will stand the test of time, without leaking or settling in a way that breaks windows or makes it hard to open doors, make sure that you choose a reputable supplier with a proven system. With a system that is proven and a builder who understands the unique nature of building a log home, not only will you end up with a better home, but the construction should run more smoothly and thus faster.

There are many other factors, but the most important thing to understand is that building a home, any home, should not be based on how much time you have (or want) to spend doing it, but on how much time it realistically takes to build it right. It may take 3 months or 3 years, depending on what kind of log home you choose.

First decide what you want, based on your budget and preferences, and then ask producers that offer that kind of log home how long it takes to build their homes. This will give you a more realistic idea. See the related link below for an article about custom log home timelines.

Answer 2

The amount of time that it takes to build a log cabin home depended on the demands of the home. Larger homes took longer.