Log Repair

Repairing Rot Damage in Your Log Home

Some damaged logs can be repaired by inject epoxy products that reconstitute rotted wood fibers, especially if the damage is close to the surface and not structurally significant. Rotted log ends can sometimes be repaired by using epoxy fillers and impel rods. When a rotting is bad enough even these steps are not sufficient to repair a log, the best solution is partial or full log replacement.

Partial Log Replacement

Partial log replacement involves removing decayed wood until solid wood is revealed. Then a borate-based log preservative is applied to kill invading rot. Next, a liquid epoxy is injected until all holes are filled and the entire area is brushed with liquid epoxy. The log must be allowed to air and cure before wood is cut, placed and set in the void to replace the part that was removed.

Full Log Replacement

Full log replacement is far more complex than partial log replacement and is normally only done by experienced log home repair experts. The type of wood, size and shape of the log must be matched to insure the best look and fit. Full log replacement can impact the structural integrity of the entire home, so expert planning and careful use of the right tools is essential.
 
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