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    down low or leveled up?

    May 26, 2020 4 minutes
    By Janice Brewster

    COVER HOME

    When you’re building a custom log or timber home, one of the first decisions you’ll make is whether your home will have a single-story design or one that’s multi-level. For some folks, it’s an easy choice; but for others, weighing the pros and cons is a valuable exercise.

    So, will you build “up” or will you venture “out”? Here are some factors to consider:

    Start with the Bottom Line

    Think about the average 2,500-squarefoot home. If it’s all on one level, it’s going to require more excavation, a larger foundation and more roofing structure and materials. Stacking that same square footage on multiple levels

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