Coming Home to the Poore House
With a beautiful thirty-nine acre farm, Ricky and Sherry Poore knew there was only one thing still missing to complete their dream homestead in Albany, Kentucky. The Poores always had a faint vision of a rustic log home sitting in a wide open field. This dream was
only heightened after vacationing in a log cabin in Gatlinburg, further advancing their desire for a log home. Although they had looked at many companies, they eventually settled on Honest Abe because of its past history of satisfied customers and the unique relationship they had began to build with the people that worked there. The sales team, Edd White and Greg Watson, were involved very early on in hammering out every step of the process, making sure the final result was exactly what the Poores envisioned for. As the plans were drawn, Ricky and Sherry were actively involved in the process of designing their home, even attending several log raisings to get a better idea of all the options available to them. On April 27, 2009, they signed the contract to begin the process of erecting their home.With the base-
ment dug in early May, construction on the house began almost immediately following. What was once just a vague dream in the mind of the Poores was now beginning to materialize right before their eyes. Construction, often times a very difficult and frustrating part of the process in many houses, came together with relatively few problems because of the professionalism of Joe Isenberg and his crew. Rarely missing any days, communication between the builders and occupants ensured the complete satisfaction with the final result. It was obvious Ricky had a special bond with this house because he not only general con-
their home an impressive eleven months after signing the contract. The Log Home was a custom, single story house made with Milled D Logs. The basement along with a loft
Fox Crossing Poore’s Frozen Lake
gave the house a spacious, comfortable look adding much needed space for Ricky and Sherry to host friends and family. Overlooking a small lake, the beautifully decorated loft was designed specifically to take advantage of this breathtaking view. Stepping outside, the uncluttered property, combined with a dream log home and garage, give the feeling of a vacation home. However, the real beauty of it is unlike the cabin in Gatlinburg, the Poores get to come home to it every night! Article by: Greg Watson & Ed White, Sales Representatives for Honest Abe Log Homes.
tracted the house, he also did the vast majority of the finishing. With the house finally completed, the Poores were able to move into
Little Details Equal Big Differences
It’s the little details that count up to BIG differences that you want to look for when comparing the quality of log home packages. Consider a few of the special touches we add to our log packages:
1. We have recently added Sill Seal to our subfloor system – just
one more barrier between the foundation and subfloor system. 2. Most log homes put some type of gasket or seal between the logs, most of the time using a PVC type product – but Honest Abe goes a step beyond ordinary and uses a urethane gasket, The difference is that the urethane gasket has “memory” and will not stay compressed, thus maintaining an air-tight seal between logs. 3. Our logs are KILN dried at OUR plant and PRE-CUT just for YOUR home. We even PRE-CUT the door and window rough opening jambs. After all, YOUR log home is one of a kind, and your design is unique. 4. We use the highest quality materials. For example, in our heavy timber roof and ceiling beam system we use #1 AND BETTER Doug Fir timbers and Premium Select 2x6 Spruce T&G. And, we use the highest grade of ISO rigid insulation (R-30) in the roof. 5. We provide all the doors (interior and exterior) and windows, including any FIXED windows. Plus, we provide ALL of the interior AND exterior TRIM around the windows and doors. 6. If you are building within the 150 mile radius of the plant, we bring an off-loader to assist in the delivery of your package. 7. If you are within our 300 mile labor zone and you use Honest Abe labor for your dry-in, you have the security of knowing that the labor is 100% guaranteed by Honest Abe. So when it is all added up, including the quality of all the “little things”, the sum total is a terrific log package with guaranteed value and outstanding service. Article by: Sharron Bilbrey, Sales Representative for Honest Abe Log Homes
Come see us at these upcoming shows! Atlanta, GA January 28-30, 2011 ~ Nashville, TN February 25 -27, 2011
Join Us For A Log Raising! These demonstrations allow you to see first-hand how an Honest Abe Log Home is built. We’ll show you how to stack the log walls, install beams and ceiling, and apply the roof system. Tour our manufacturing facility, and have the opportunity to speak with the people involved throughout the process. Honest Abe staff will be on hand to answer any questions you may have. So join us at our National Headquarters in Moss, Tennessee on January 22, 2011. Seating is limited, so please call for more information and reservations at 800-231-3695. View a YouTube preview by clicking below!
Honest Abe and WSM Share Long Partnership Some things just seem to fit; bare feet and a fresh cut lawn; a warm fire and a cup of hot chocolate; a log home and country music. So it’s only logical to find Honest Abe and WSM teamed together to promote such a natural connection.
Honest Abe’s relationship with WSM started way back in the early eighties. Back then, The Ralph Emery Show was the early morning news, weather and country music entertainment show for the middle Tennessee and southern Kentucky region. The show was wildy popular for many reasons including its entertaining array of sponsors. Honest Abe was one of them. With a cast of characters that included Roadmap Bob and D.T. McCall, Jim Smith (Honest Abe’s vice-president at the time), with his trademark stovepipe hat, made Honest Abe Log Homes a household name. According to Rick Denton, Honest Abe’s past president, “It established us as a boafide player.” To this day, Honest Abe is still identified through its involvement with the show.
world famous WSM radio. Around 2000, Honest Abe began an aggressive campaign to further brand itself with the country music theme. Honest Abe became a sponsor of the Grand Ole Opry as well as a variety of other WSM radio programs. WSM personalities like Eddie Stubbs became the “Voice” of Honest Abe commercials and promotional events. Honest Abe not only expanded its appeal nationally, but globally as well, utilizing WSM’s world-wide popularity and state of the art technology. This relationship continues today. You’ll still find Honest Abe on WSM radio as well as WSN Online. And, Honest Abe’s annual convention has been held for several years at the world famous Opryland Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee. Honest Abe has enjoyed its long-time relationship with WSM and both are currently working on new and exciting opportunities for next year. Stay tuned to WSM for additional information! Article by: Randy Fudge, President of Honest Abe Log Homes
Honest Abe later established an association with the
Honest Abe Builds the McKee Home
Bill McKee’s log home located in Lenoir City, Tennessee has a lot of things going for it. Big arch windows to enjoy the nice view, and a spacious porch to enjoy the weather relaxing in the porch swing are just a couple. One also has to mention that it is only a short drive to historic Gatlinburg, Tennessee! Bill purchased plans in July 2010 from Sharron Bilbrey who is an
Honest Abe Log Home owner herself, and the Sales Consultant at Crossville, Tennessee. It didn’t take him long to get things running, five months later plans had been approved, landscaping done, foundation completed and Joe Isenberg and crew had the house in the dry. Now that’s moving on! If anybody would like to tour a log home under construction or completely finished, give Honest Abe a call today. Article by: Joshua Watson, Construction Coordinator for Honest Abe Log Homes
Home of the Month: The Hendrix
GARAGE 11'-8"X21'-4"
28'-0"
22'-0"
BEDROOM 12'-5"X10'-0"
LOFT 8'-11"X5'-8"
BEDROOM 9'-6"X10'-1"
20'-0" SECOND FLOOR PLAN
NOT TO SCALE 12'-0"
5'-0"
40'-0" 53'-0"
8'-0"
The Hendrix is a new design by Melissa Copas, of the Design and Drafting Department at Honest Abe Log Homes. The home is 1,319 square feet, with a 264 square foot garage. It features a Master Bedroom on the first floor with its own SCREENED private screened in porch PORCH on the back of the home. The Kitchen and Living area are open, creating a MASTER spacious feel. Upstairs, BEDROOM a Jack-and-Jill bathroom 12'-7"X11'-8" services the two bedrooms, making efficient use of space. There is even a little room left KITCHEN over for a loft, serving 9'-0"X10'-8" as a great spot to escape with a favorite book. In all, this plan makes efficient use of space, while mainining an open log LIVING ROOM home atmosphere. It PORCH 18'-8"X16'-0" is a great plan for small families, or that vacation get-a-way cabin. PORCH For more information, contact your Honest Abe Log Home salesperson. 20'-0" 5'-0" 37'-0" FIRST FLOOR PLAN