Reno, Nevada
Professional Log Home Caulking
Caulking and Chinking log homes are typically done for two reasons, to prevent log rot and reduce or eliminate water and air infiltration. Whichever your reason, our caulking and chinking services at River to River Nevada are completed by experienced professionals to seal any cracks and achieve the look you are aiming for. The proper chinking and caulking of cracks can prevent log rot and increase your log home’s energy efficiency and help keep your home at a comfortable temperature.
Nevada Log Home Chinking
Cracks within the wood are called “checks,” and naturally, the wood develops cracks and checks as they dry and age. These afflictions need to be sealed to prevent permanent damage to the structural integrity of your home. Upward-facing checks will collect and hold water, creating the possibility of rot with an increased moisture content of the log. The higher moisture level causes an increase in the presence of carpenter ants and other insects. If the checks are present on the bottom half of logs, sealing is not required as the water will typically drain. If a check is less than ¼” wide, sealing can be avoided as they are usually too small to hold and accumulate water.
If you own a log home in Nevada, give River to River a call! We have extensive experience maintaining, repairing, and renovating log homes and are happy to offer advice whether we can.
