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  • Cabin Roofs in Snowy Locations

    Cabin Roofs in Snowy Locations

    Building in snow country quickly makes the roof one of the most important systems of the entire build. There’s a lot to consider to make living in snow country a lot safer, more durable, and more comfortable. If you haven’t already – be sure to review our general roofing guidelines for cabins and rural homes.…

  • Cabin Roof Construction

    Cabin Roof Construction

    Building somewhere rural often has unique environmental challenges in addition to the extreme burden of trying to source a contractor or materials if things get damaged or begin to leak. We’re big proponents of metal roofing in every climate because of their long-term durability and energy efficiency. This guide is all about how to design…

  • How to Choose Cabin Appliances

    How to Choose Cabin Appliances

    My wife and I do a lot of traveling by road trip to bring our pup along. And because of that, we keep toying with the idea of buying a van. Recently while talking to a friend with a van they made the point that we should nix a Mercedes Sprinter from our list completely.…

  • How to Choose Cabin Plumbing and Electrical Fixtures

    How to Choose Cabin Plumbing and Electrical Fixtures

    My wife and I do a lot of traveling by road trip to bring our pup along. And because of that, we keep toying with the idea of buying a van. Recently while talking to a friend with a van they made the point that we should nix a Mercedes Sprinter from our list completely.…

  • How to Buy Land

    How to Buy Land

    There are a few ways to buy land – and each sort of leads down their own labyrinth of project financing options. And I’ll start right away that we’re not financial experts or bankers. Treat this like water cooler conversation and go talk with your trusted advisors. First, have a budget in mind that’s driven…