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Appalachian Log Structures has furnished log home materials for customersall across the country and abroad, as well. We’ve invested years ofhard work and research to achieve high quality manufacturingtechniques. We’ve established ourselves as a leader inthe log home industry, and we insist uponhaving a one-on-one relationship witheach of our customers.

Welcome to log home living – and AppalachianLog Structures. Our customers come to us withdreams of a log house to start out in life or abeautiful place where they can retire; avacation cabin at the shore or on amountaintop; or to build a big beautiful loghouse in which to raise a family.

We believe that buying, building and living orworking in one of our log structures can be themost rewarding investment you’ll make in life.

The story of Appalachian Log Structures beginsmore than 30 years ago, when our founder,Fletcher R. Parsons, put his 40-some years ofexperience in heavy-timber manufacturing andwood preservation into a log home company.

Today, that company is still providing what heenvisioned – durable, high quality logstructures for residential and commercial use.But that’s just the beginning.

Our mission is also to:

· Supply our customers in this country and abroad with custom-crafted, superbly engineered log structures that last for generations

· Provide these structures with protection from decay and wood-digesting insects with superior wood preservation treatments

· Offer the highest levels of traditional craftsmanship combined with the advantages of advanced technology

· Provide a full range of services and assistance from a knowledgeable staff of consultants.

· Offer value-based pricing and a complete roster of sizes and styles to suit all tastes and budgets.

· To help make our customers’ dreams of owning alog structure come true.

The Excitementis Building.

We’re not one of those log homemanufacturers who will sell you a kit andwish you the best of luck. We form apartnership with you and work with you –from the way you see your home, to the wayit lays out in the blueprint, to the way it willbe erected at your site.

And while we don’t assemble the log homeon your lot, we can help you locate a builder,and we provide a technical assistance visitduring assembly.

Planning your Log Home

The most important step in building alog home is planning. It is also the mosttime-consuming – but it is the first stepto making your best move yet!

Pre-QualifyContact a lending institution to check on currentinterest rates, mortgage loan options, and securepre-approval for a loan. This will help you developa realistic budget for your home. We can provideyou with a list of “log friendly“ lenders.

Choose a Floor PlanWork with one of our sales consultants to createthe floor plan you want – choose one of ourpredesigned plans, or develop a custom plan. Wewill work with you to create the floor plan thatmeets your budget and your expectations. We willdevelop a quotation for the log package materialsneeded, and work with you to choose a logthickness (8” or 6”), log profile, and corner style.

A note about square footage: The total squarefootage description for each model is calculatedbased on total floor area for the first and secondfloors. This is not the same as total living area,which can be calculated several different ways.

Order BlueprintsFinalize your floor plan and place an order with anAppalachian Log Structures sales consultant forpreliminary blueprints. A preliminary set includesfour (4) elevations, a floor plan design and afoundation plan. Preliminary blueprints are not forconstruction use. A full set of blueprints isavailable after a deposit is placed on the package.

Develop Construction CostsALSI does not provide contracting or building services,so you will need to select a general contractor for yourproject. Contact your local Home Builders Association,other log home-owners, or your local building supplystore to develop a list of potential contractors. We canhelp you find a contractor as well.

Talk with several builders and have them review yourblueprints. Be sure you discuss:

· Building permits· Site preparation· Erection of the log package· Mechanicals (electrical work, plumbing,

heating/ cooling)· Interior finishes (including kitchen, bath,

lighting fixtures, floor coverings, fireplacesand trim packages)

· Landscaping

If you will be your own general contractor, these samesteps should be taken to develop costs and a workabletimetable.

Choose a Builder& Develop a TimelineWhen it comes to something as important as yourhome, don’t select a builder based solely on price. Besure all aspects of the building process have beencovered, and that you feel comfortable with thecommunication level you have with the builder.Carefully check references. You’ll be working togetherto build something special, so make sure you have (orcan establish) a good working relationship.

Every log home is built on a different timeline, basedon its size, design, job site and more. Be sure that youhave a realistic timeline for your construction.

Workthe Plan.

A Word about Building CodesAppalachian Log Structures’ log and beam components are structurally designed to meet or exceed most of theminimum building code requirements. Your contractor, local building official, and local home inspector shouldreview and inform you of any unique conditions or alterations that are required to meet structural coderequirements or construction methods adopted by your community.

Choose a Log ProfileThe home you’ll come to love and cherishstarts with a choice of five distinct logprofiles – any of these profiles canbe incorporated into yourhome design.

Choose a Corner StyleTo further enhance your home, we offer four distinct styles for corners:

Saddlelok

A unique combination ofsaddlenotch andinterlocking corner joinerythat produces a solidvertical stack.

Contemporary

Logs are cut flush at thecorner intersection andcapped with trim lumberfor a conventional woodsiding appearance.

Authentic

Reflecting the joineryused by early Americanpioneers whoconstructed homesfrom square timbers.

Traditional

Often referred to asbutt and pass, everyother log extends pastthe corner intersectionfor a distinctive loghome look.

APPALACHIAN ROUND

APPALACHIAN DOUBLE ROUND

DOUBLE-NOTCH

V-NOTCH

DOUBLE-V

Maximize the comfort, efficiency, and the panoramicviews in your log home with our high quality windows.

Our Building System offers one of the top rankeddouble hung windows in the industry –

It takes more than walls and aroof to make your dream cometrue – it takes our high quality

components to add thatpersonal touch.

We’ll show you the door…and more.

Windows

· Timeless, classic look· Low-e (inert gas) · Tilt sash for easy cleaning· Wood frame clad on the exterior

for a low maintenance· Full screen· Low-profile Mortise

dual-action lock for security· Several styles available

Interior FinishAppalachian Log Structures offers several styles of interior logpaneling that can be purchased as an option to continue the fulllog look on interior dormer walls, gables, and on framed interiorpartitions. (And remember that kitchen cabinets, appliances, floorcovering, light fixtures, plumbing, electrical and masonry work arenot included with our homes – you will need to work with yourcontractor to select and purchase these items.)

DoorsThe standard ALSI entry dooris our classic country cross buck,but there are many different stylesfrom which to choose. Patio doors areoffered in sliding, swinging, or French style.You can also upgrade your door with special crystal,bevel or leaded glass options or sidelights.

GaragesMany of our standard plans show anattached garage. If your floor plan doesnot, we will be glad to work with you todesign a garage (attached or detached)to meet your needs.

FireplacesWe do not supply materials forfireplaces, however, because of theirpopularity in log homes, many of ourstandard floor plans show suggestedlocations. You will need to work withyour contractor to determine location,type and materials if you choose to havea fireplace.

Dormers & GablesDormers and gables are designed toprovide additional functional livingspace, areas for windows and ventilationon the second level of a floor plandesign with a steep roof pitch.

Choose from three designs:

· Gable · Doghouse· Shed

A gable is a triangular wall beneath thepeak of the roof, commonly shown withstationery glass to enhance lighting.

Either can be added to any of ourdesigns to add a special, personal touchto your home.

The ALSIDifference.

We not only extensively precut the components of your log wall system,but also precut window and door jambs, loft joists and rafters. Your salesrepresentative can provide you with a complete list of precut items.

This difference saves you – and your contractor – time, effort and money.

Well-Structured for Commercial ProjectsA log structure can make a strong statement about yourbusiness location. A beautiful and natural house of worship,charming cabins, a warm and welcoming lodge, a lovely bedand breakfast are great examples of the versatility andflexibility of our log structures making them ideal for nearlyany use. We have helped create plans for building a varietyof structures — from a wildlife center to a spa, from aprofessional business location to a cozy mountainsideretreat, a comforting dining atmosphere, and more.

EDUCATION CENTERSYLVAN HEIGHTS WATERFOWL PARK, SCOTLAND NECK, NC

RESTAURANT, WHEELING, WV

VALERIE H. SCHINDLER WILDLIFE LEARNING CENTERAT THE NORTH CAROLINA ZOO

ASHEBORO, NC

ST. JOSEPH INSTITUTE DAY SPASTATE COLLEGE, PA

ST. JOSEPH INSTITUTE FOREST CHAPELSTATE COLLEGE, PA

Make itYour Business.

We pride ourselves on our precise milling, our log grading, Boratepressure treating and the convenience that’s built into our precut,lettered and numbered log building packages. Every home is cut toorder and every package is checked thoroughly before shipping andbacked by our 5/25 Year Warranty.

Once the specifications for your home are determined, and thedesign has been generated to blueprints, the logs are smoothed andshaped into the log profile you have chosen. The shaped logs arethen cut to designated lengths and joints and corners are cut tointerlock. Logs can also be purchased in random lengths.

The difference in an Appalachian Log Structures home isn’t alwayseasy to see – but because we strive to provide some industryexclusive innovations, your home will stay snug, without air and

water infiltration worries, without issues relating to the settling ofany log home.

From the way we notch and seal our log stack, to the useof Thru Bolts™ to assure snug fitting logs, to our use of

premium caulking and gaskets, to the special touchessuch as routing for wiring, using a wide track

tongue and groove system, and more.

We utilize our experience andexpertise to add unique

components that makebuilding your home

easier, and living inyour home a

pleasure.

We’re theNatural Choice – for Quality.

Our National Corporate Offices are located in Ripley, WestVirginia, situated on a hilltop laden with oak trees. Our Ripleylocation features three structures – our Corporate Office,Visitors’ Center, and our Model Home.

The distinctive grouping serves as a local landmark, and isopen to visitors on a walk-in or appointment basis. Our staffand sales representatives will be happy to sit down with youto help you plan your dream home.

Start Right Here.We also have a Regional Sales Office inGaffney, South Carolina. This office wasestablished to answer the need for loghousing for our southern neighbors.Both model homes are open to thepublic Monday through Saturday.Please call or visit our Web site forhours of operation.

At either office, all of our staff – fromthe person who answers the phone, tothe people who check our inventory, toour efficient and friendly sales staff –are at your service.

NATIONAL SALES OFFICE

VISITOR CENTER

MODEL HOME

REGIONAL SALES OFFICEMODEL HOME

Independent SalesRepresentatives

Call 1·866·LOG·HOME to locate a sales consultant near you,or visit our Web site at www.applog.com for a complete listing.

NATIONAL SALES OFFICEP. O. BOX 614

1-77 & ROUTE 21RIPLEY, WV 25271(800) 280-2574

REGIONAL SALES OFFICE587 WILCOX AVENUE

1-85 BETWEEN EXITS 92 & 95GAFFNEY, SC 29341

(800) 390-2574

We’re particularly proud of the wealth of information,service and individual assistance our sales consultantsprovide. Our expanding network of independent salesrepresentatives (who are also log home dwellers or havea model home as an office), are prepared to help youcreate the log home you’ve imagined.

1·866·LOG·HOME(1-866-564-4663)

www.applog.cominfo@mail.applog.com · RIPLEY, WV · GAFFNEY, SC