Log cabin building can be an exhilarating prospect for homeowners, yet also represents a substantial commitment that involves many costs. Before embarking on this undertaking, homeowners should carefully consider all aspects of the project before breaking ground on construction. Some key considerations to keep in mind include:
Your choice of cabin plays an integral part in calculating the total cost of building your new home. Log cabin styles range from simple off-grid tiny homes to grand examples of design and craftsmanship that cost hundreds of thousands of dollars to build. Size also plays a significant role in calculating final costs.
When building a large log cabin, hiring a general contractor is an invaluable time and cost saver. A good general contractor will manage every stage of construction from planning through preparation and finishing; as well as vet contractors and subcontractors on your behalf – saving you the trouble of doing it all yourself! They typically charge between 20%-30% of total project cost as their fee.
Attainable upgrades should also be factored into their costs when building their new home, such as adding a porch or driveway. Furthermore, remote cabins often require services like sewer lines and septic tanks in addition to power, water and heat supply – to ascertain these costs effectively, consult local builders and get estimates tailored specifically to your location.
