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Michael Boomgarden's Discussions
Selecting a Builder for a Timber Block Home
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After much searching and comparing our options, my wife and I have settled on a Timber Block home. We've paid the design fee and hope to start construction in the spring. The home's shell goes up…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Michael Boomgarden Dec 21, 2011.
Observations from a Newbie . . . About a Self-Destructive Industry
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I thought I'd throw this out there for general discussion and, perhaps, to invoke a bit of introspection among builders. But, first a little bit about me, lest you think I'm a complete nut: I've just…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Log Guy May 12, 2011.
Recommendations for Builders in SW Wisconsin?
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I've been lurking here a while, and it's time to come out from the shadows.My wife and I have purchased a 19-acre parcel on a bluff overlooking the Wisconsin River, just outside Prairie du Chien, WI.…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Dee Mar 25, 2011.
Michael Boomgarden's Events
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Open House - Timber Block Wisconsin
August 17, 2013 at 10am to August 18, 2013 at 5pm – Timber Block Wisconsin
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Michael Boomgarden replied to Timber Block's discussion Building Codes, Energy Efficiency, and Green Building - Things to think about!Michael Boomgarden replied to Timber Block's discussion Building Codes, Energy Efficiency, and Green Building - Things to think about!"Okay, I think understand your point regarding framing and caulking. But, I think you still have some fundamental misconceptions regarding the product. In that respect, it's a little hard to respond, except to say, that with the…"
Michael Boomgarden replied to Timber Block's discussion Building Codes, Energy Efficiency, and Green Building - Things to think about!"Chris, thanks for the compliments. I still don't think you understand the system. in fact, I'm about 100% sure you don't . . . particularly if you're referring to framing joints and caulking of the logs. I'm not sure what a…"
Michael Boomgarden replied to Timber Block's discussion Building Codes, Energy Efficiency, and Green Building - Things to think about!"Well, that's good, but you may not want to give up your day job just yet, Shanny. :D
But, you've kind of hit the highlights, even if you are writing tongue-in-cheek. Timber Block (and other companies that are raising the bar in…"
Michael Boomgarden replied to Timber Block's discussion Building Codes, Energy Efficiency, and Green Building - Things to think about!"Chris, I'll leave it to the engineers at Timber Block to explain their engineering and testing, but they've now built over 400 homes. I'll start by saying this: The questions you raise suggest to me that you haven't…"
Michael Boomgarden commented on Penny Kiryk's event Timber Block Wall Raising"We're just three days away from the wall-raising for our new Timber Block home. If you're interested, Google 13040 Borah Ridge Rd., Prairie du Chien, WI 53821."
Michael Boomgarden replied to don sigler's discussion LOG HOME DREAM GONE BAD"Well, it appears I'm speaking to an expert on this course of chemical remediation. Best of luck with your continued sobriety; I know it's a challenge.
As far as the rest of it goes, I can't provide much meaningful advice, except to…"
Michael Boomgarden replied to don sigler's discussion LOG HOME DREAM GONE BAD"Don, there's a chemical that will solve all these problems. It's found in Scotch whisky. Here's how you do it:
Pour yourself a wee dram. Swish it around in the glass a bit, examining the color and sheen. Take a…"
Michael Boomgarden replied to Colleen ONeill's discussion Turn Key Estimates vs. Actual Completed Price? HELP! :)"Rachelle and Peter--
Nice post. As a consumer, I've posted here previously about the problem within the industry of bad-mouthing one another's products. I'd be about a million times more likely to work with a company that…"
Michael Boomgarden posted a blog postOur Timber Block Wall-Raising is in 15 Days
I didn't think we'd ever get to this point, but the wall-raising of our Timber Block home is just 15 days away, on June 21st. While I say "I didn't think we'd ever get to this point," in truth we've moved relatively quickly.Last year we purchased 19 acres of land on top of a bluff in Wisconsin's Driftless Area, a region of tall bluffs and deep river valleys in the southwest part of the State. We're nearly at the confluence of the Wisconsin and Mississippi Rivers. The land was undeveloped,…See More
Michael Boomgarden replied to Colleen ONeill's discussion Turn Key Estimates vs. Actual Completed Price? HELP! :)"Scott--
Apologies for not replying earlier. This is in southwest Wisconsin. In looking at various options, the costs seemed to be pretty consistent with other builders' pricing. Given the climate extremes, we felt that Timber…"
Michael Boomgarden replied to Colleen ONeill's discussion Turn Key Estimates vs. Actual Completed Price? HELP! :)"Colleen--
You're getting a lot of good advice here. Our Timber Block cabin goes under construction next month, and getting a handle on costs is daunting. I only understood this after we got rolling on the project last year…"
Michael Boomgarden replied to Michael Boomgarden's discussion Selecting a Builder for a Timber Block Home"Thanks, Raymond. I've been in close contact with Timber Block's Buddy Parton, who's been incredibly helpful. I think that, with his help, we're going to be able to tackle this aspect of the project without any…"
"When you give a builder the plans, they should provide you with a contract that includes a description or specification to all the materials and all the details down to the type of faucets. This is usually a a 10 to 20 page contract and will take…"
Michael Boomgarden replied to Sharon R's discussion Heating your log home while away"We're in the process of planning our cabin in SW Wisconsin, which we hope to start next year. There are now a number of wifi-controlled thermostats, including the highly publicized Nest thermostat and the ComfortLink from Trane. These devices a…"
Michael Boomgarden replied to Greg Damato's discussion Has anyone used the product "E-LOG" for log siding??"I think this might be the current link for a company that manufactures a comparable product.
I'd defer to the pros and those who have had experience, but I saw some of this at a show a few months ago and was not impressed. The…"
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- Tell us about yourself:
- We built a Timber Block home in southwest Wisconsin and subsequently accepted Timber Block's invitation to become a dealer.
- Are you lucky enough to be living in a log home?
- Yes! We love it!
- What timeframe are you looking to start your dream home?
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- Website:
- http://www.timberblockwisconsin.com/
Michael Boomgarden's Blog
Our Log Home Journey
I've hung around here for some time and I'm truly thankful for the many diverse viewpoints that are expressed here. You all were a great help to my wife and me as we journeyed down the road of selecting and building a log home. Ultimately, we decided to work with Timber Block, and we're extremely happy with the end product.
I wrote a small piece about our experiences. If you'd be interested in reading it, navigate to…
ContinuePosted on February 6, 2013 at 1:21pm
Our Timber Block Wall-Raising is in 15 Days
I didn't think we'd ever get to this point, but the wall-raising of our Timber Block home is just 15 days away, on June 21st. While I say "I didn't think we'd ever get to this point," in truth we've moved relatively quickly.
Last year we purchased 19 acres of land on top of a bluff in Wisconsin's Driftless Area, a region of tall bluffs and deep river valleys in the southwest part of the State. We're nearly at the confluence of the Wisconsin and Mississippi Rivers.
The…
ContinuePosted on June 6, 2012 at 9:41am
Comment Wall (2 comments)
- At 8:35pm on March 7, 2011,
Scott Rose said… Michael,
Feel free to send me an email if you wish.
We built a log home about 5 years ago near that area. Currently for sale to relocate, however I would give you a builders name and you are welcome to come see his work!
- At 1:02pm on March 4, 2011,
Dolly - Es Log Home Restorations said… Hi Mike and welcome to the neighborhood. Sounds like a
beautiful place to build a log home. Dolly
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