Examples

 

Examples of Common Situations Noted During a Log Inspection

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Stain Worn Off From Lower Log Courses Due to Water Run Off from Lower Roof

Signs of failed caulking

Landscaping too close to logs

Nest should be removed

First few log courses above decking require extra maintenance due to backsplash

Gaps around door frame should be sealed

Log decay caused from backsplash on lower log course

Silicone caulking not recommended for sealing log joints

Landscaping too close to logs

Lack of gutters caused algae to form on deck

Gutters would have prevented decay to log ends and deck

Impel rod should be installed where moisture is a constant problem

Green algae indicates areas of excessive moisture

Gaps between end joints should be caulked

Log ends extend beyond overhang and are exposed to weather

Log decay due to backsplash noted between taped areas

Interior water stains

Rot caused by backsplash on metal doors

Rot caused by backsplash off of deck

Inadequate overhang caused weathering on lower half of home

Backsplash off of propane tanks and other objects can cause problems

There was no stain applied to these logs and mildew has formed

Water drained off this roof onto logs causing extensive rot

Water runoff from roof required log replacement

Painted log finish has failed and can be restored by corn cob blasting or chemical stripping

"Holes" show signs of possible powder post beetles. Note: Old mortar style chinking

Log rot caused by inadequate ground clearance and backsplash from steps

Large upward facing checks in logs may cause problems

Inadequate overhang causing green algae on log ends

Trees too close to home causes water to collect on logs. Log finish has failed

Logs are bleached and weathered

Good overhang protects upper log courses. Lower logs damaged from backsplash off debris

Dark stained logs can be corn cob blasted and restained for a lighter finish

No gutter on home. Grate in deck helps prevent backsplash onto logs

Logs in good condition can be corn cob blasted and restained to a lighter finish

White cocoons under window sill show possible insect infestation. Recommend pest inspection

Weathered logs should be lightly powerwashed, borated and restained

Sap bleeding from log end

Gutters would protect lower log courses

Signs of insects. Recommend pest inspection

Carpenter bee hole under railing. Recommend pest inspection

Landscaping too close to logs

Algae forming under stain

Failed finish on log rail

Nest should be removed

Missing Caulking

Landscaping in contact with logs

Green algae on log post

Log joints should be caulked

Hole in log end needs repair

Stain applied over sap bleed

Excessive Sap Bleed

Log Decay

Deck post in ground

Wood pile too close to home

Water will accumulate behind failed caulking

Caulking in check has adhesion failure

Objects near home cause backsplash problems

Caulking failure

Knife shows evidence of log decay

Logs should be cleaned, borated and stained

Vent screen should be installed in soffit

Darkened logs can be corn-cob blasted and restained to a lighter finish. Note: Checks in logs are not upward facing, therefore do not recommend filling

Lack of tongue and groove system or caulking can cause moisture and insect damage

Outside light penetrating through logs, log joints need caulking

Carpenter Bee holes should be filled

Large upward facing checks should be filled

Porch supports should be replaced

Nest should be removed

Green Algae on log surface

Log rot caused by backsplash from deck

Caulking needs repair

Rotted logs between taped areas from backsplash

Object against home caused backsplash

Landscaping in contact with logs should be trimmed back

Carpenter Bee damage

Blackened logs should be cleaned and stained

Interior water stains can be removed by sanding

Peeling finish should be corn cob blasted, borated and stained

Due to minimal overhang, log ends require more frequent maintenance

Signs of powder post beetles

Flowering fungus beneath sill is a good indication of decay

Micro checking noted on upward log curvature caused by excessive sun exposure

Log end joints should be caulked

Objects against log wall can cause backsplash problems

Interior walls should be sanded to remove water stains

Remove objects from log walls

Logs should be cleaned and stained

Poor caulking should be removed and recaulked

Logs between taped area require full replacement due to backsplash

Carpenter bees should be exterminated and holes caulked

Dark logs can be corn cob blasted for a lighter finish

Backsplash from deck is a common problem

Carpenter bee damage to logs

Log decay caused from backsplash

Adhesion failure of caulking

Gaps in log corners, upward facing checks and log end joints should be caulked

Poor caulking allows moisture in which cannot evaporate causing rot

Log decay caused from backsplash

Rotted Deck Post

Carpenter Bee damage shows "channels" drilled in fascia

Painted logs should be Corn cob blasted, borated and stained

Untreated logs have grayed, blackened and weathered