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4.9 stars out of 120+ reviews

Log Home Restoration, Done The Right Way

We bring the beauty back to weather-beaten logs — and seal them to stay that way. Media blasting, staining, chinking, and rot repair from a crew that doesn’t just restore log homes. We build them.

The log restoration crew from a national reality show.

The same team, the same standards you’ve watched on screen — now restoring homes like yours.

WHY A TRUE SPECIALIST MATTERS

A Log Home Isn't a House With Siding — and We've Never Treated One Like It Is

Logs move, breathe, and weather unlike anything else. The wrong method gouges the wood; the wrong finish traps moisture and invites rot.

Whether your home is 5 years old or 150, we know exactly how to restore and protect it.

We build them, so we know them

Request a quote and send photos (and any notes). We’ll gather the right info up front so we can give a clear, accurate recommendation without delays.

Systems that perform

We work with log-specific systems from Perma-Chink and Sashco — plus quality alternatives when your home calls for it. Married to performance, not one brand.

Treated like our own home

In-house crews of artisans. No outsourcing, no cut corners, no temporary fixes — just results that speak for themselves.

WHY A TRUE SPECIALIST MATTERS

"We'll tell you what your home actually needs — not what's easy to sell."

Most companies start by pushing a service. We start by evaluating the wood and the existing system — UV breakdown, where moisture hits and gets trapped, whether old coatings are compatible, and the construction details that cause recurring problems.

Then we separate the cosmetic from the structural and recommend only what solves the root problem. If a service won’t meaningfully improve protection or longevity, we won’t recommend it — so you never pay for work that looks impressive but doesn’t move the needle.

4.9 stars out of 120+ reviews

REAL RESTORATIONS

See the Difference for Yourself

Before After

Vincent

Complete Log Home Restoration

Before After

Wolfer

Stunning Exterior Transformation

Before After

Nordic Center

Iconic Ski Area Brought Back to Life

Before After

Riddle

Small Cabin Refinish

EVERYTHING UNDER ONE ROOF

Whatever Your Log Home Needs

Most homes need a few of these. Not sure which? That’s what the free inspection is for.

Insect & Bat Prevention

Carpenter bees, woodpecker damage, and guests, handled.

Media Blasting

Strips old finish to bright, fresh wood — without damaging the log.

Staining

Premium UV- and water-resistant finishes that protect for years.

Chinking

Seals the joints the way log homes are meant to be sealed.

Chemical Stripping

Careful coating removal when blasting isn’t the right call.

Deck Refinishing

Your deck restored and protected to match the home.

Rotten Logs

Rot repair and log replacement that stops damage spreading.

Cracks

Sealed against water intrusion before they become a problem.

Maintenance

Ongoing plans so your home stays protected year after year.

Interior Care

Beauty and durability inside the home, too.

NO SURPRISES

How a Restoration Goes

Free inspection & honest evaluation

We assess the wood, finish, moisture, and any rot or pest damage — then give you a clear, written plan and quote.

Cleaning & blasting

Back to bright, bare wood, using the gentlest method your home allows.

Repairs first

Rot, failing logs, insect and woodpecker damage fixed before anything else.

Chinking & crack sealing

Every joint and check sealed tight against air and water.

Premium staining & sealing

Long-lasting UV and moisture protection that holds up.

Walkthrough & maintenance plan

We show you the finished work and exactly how little you’ll need to do next.

What our customers say

Featured on Roku’s Lincoln Log Masters

4.9 from 120+ reviews

Licensed & Insured

In-House Crews · No Outsourcing

Workmanship Guarantee

Financing Available

FAQS

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does log home restoration cost?

Cost is driven more by your home’s history than its size — how it was built, what coatings have been used, how accessible the damage is, and how long issues have gone unaddressed. Two same-size homes can differ by thousands. Our free evaluation separates cosmetic from structural and recommends only what solves the root problem, so you’re never paying for work that doesn’t move the needle.

Why should we choose Knaughty Log?

We’ve built log homes from the ground up, our in-house crews don’t outsource or cut corners, and we don’t believe in temporary fixes. We’re also the crew behind Roku’s Lincoln Log Masters.

What's the difference between maintenance and a full restoration?

Maintenance keeps a sound finish protected; full restoration brings a weathered or failing home back to bare wood and rebuilds the protective system. Your inspection tells us which yours needs.

What products do you use?

We’re married to systems that perform, not a single brand — most often log-specific systems from Perma-Chink and Sashco, with quality alternatives (Sansin, Timber Pro UV, PPG ProLuxe/Sikkens, and others) when your home calls for it. We can often work with a product you already love if it’s compatible.

I have carpenter bee or woodpecker damage — can it be repaired?

Yes. We treat the pests, repair the damage, and seal things up to prevent it returning.

Are your products safe for families, pets, and landscaping?

Yes — product safety is part of how we choose the systems we use.

4.9 stars out of 120+ reviews

Ready to Bring the Beauty Back to Your Log Home?

Request your free, no-pressure inspection. We’ll tell you exactly what your home needs — and what it doesn’t.

Restoring the past. Protecting the future.

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