There are several features which make Tennessee Log Homes the Natural Choice. One is our Product Quality. When comparing log home manufacturers and their prices, make sure you are comparing "apples to apples." Remember, you get what you pay for.

The Tennessee Log Homes Premier Roof System (included in standard pricing) features exposed beam heavy timber framing, 2-inch tongue & groove decking, and a vented insulation system.

Pictured below are components of the Tennessee Log Homes Premier Roof System.

The Premier Roof includes exposed beams and timbers from the forests of the Northwestern U.S. where sound environmental forestry principals are practiced. Tennessee Log Homes has elected to move up to Douglas Fir timbers in ALL our roof systems.

High quality Douglas Fir logs are sawn into timbers.

The timbers are 100% free-of-heart for great stability. Only #1 Appearance Grade is used. Timbers are stored in a rough-sawn condition and on sticks to allow air-drying.

The timbers are surfaced per order, cut to length and prepared for shipment. These timbers are used for the exposed rafters and rafter collars, the ridge beams, valley rafters and girder beams in the Premier Roof System - "standard equipment" in our price list.

Another standard component of the Premier Roof System is 2x6 tongue & groove roof decking. Yes, we use a 2-inch product where many competitors offer a 1-inch product. Moreover, we use Canfor Spruce/Pine/Fir "Premium Select" grade. This is the very best in North America.

And our Premier Roof Insulation is the best on the market. We use polyisocianurate, not styrofoam.

The insulation panel's ridges and valleys allow for important ventilation in the roof system. The R-value of the entire Premier Roof System exceeds R-30.

Our lower-priced Conventional Roof System (see the "Save Money" column on the price list) includes the following materials:

Conventional pre-built trusses or 2x8 framing @ 16-inches O.C.
     2x framing for roof overhang areas, 4x8 Heavy Timber Collar Ties,
     7/16" OSB Roof Sheathing, 30# Felt (Ready for Shingles)
     6x6 Porch Roof Support Posts, 4x8 Porch Roof Top Plate
     Conventional 2x Porch Roof Rafters & Ceiling Joists
     1"x6" T&G soffits for House & Porch
          Items not included are
          1) BAT or Blown-in Insulation, and
          2) Interior Ceiling Liner (Sheetrock, 1" Tongue & Groove, etc.)