🌲 Welcome, cabin lovers! 🌲 Get ready for an exciting episode of our dream log cabin podcast! Today, we're diving deep into log cabin restoration with experts Dave Sante from Top Notch Log Works and Jay Schuler, CEO of Nortek Copperworks! 🏡✨   👀 Ever wondered about the importance of log inspections? Dave and Jay spill the beans on why it's crucial, especially when buying or owning a log home. Don't be fooled by regular home inspectors – they might miss rotted logs!    🕵️‍♂️ Dave shares a shocking story about a recent deck replacement. Imagine buying a seemingly perfect home, only to discover it's on the brink of collapse! 😬 Learn how they fixed it and the preventive measures they took using copper arsenate and boric acid treatments. 💡 Pro tip alert! If you're negotiating or placing an offer, get a log inspection and use the estimate as a powerful negotiation tool. Knowledge is your best ally! 🤝 👀 Curious about signs of log rot? Dave and Jay share their expertise – concave logs, crumbly surfaces, mushrooms, or even water pouring out like a faucet are red flags! 🚩 🌲 Stay informed, cabin enthusiasts! Schedule those log inspections, familiarize yourself with potential issues, and keep your dream log cabin standing tall!  #LogCabinRestoration #DreamLogCabin #CabinLife #LogHomeInspection    Visit Our Sponsor: Explore the incredible offerings from Nortek Copper Works at http://nortekcopperworks.com/. Elevate your log cabin's design and durability with their innovative solutions.   Connect with Our Experts: For more valuable insights, connect with Dave at https://www.topnotch-logworks.com/our_services/log-home-restoration/ Tap into his expertise and experience for your log cabin endeavors.   Caribou Creek log homes have been designing and hand-crafting log homes since 1989. Visit https://www.cariboucreek.com to download your free Log Shopper's Checklist! Don't let design mistakes drain your wallet! Tune in to this podcast episode and fortify your log cabin against future repairs. Your cabin will thank you for it! Like and subscribe today! Follow us on Instagram at www.instagram.com/cariboucreek