January 4th, 2010 by bbergman

Once you’ve made the decision to blast your log home, hired a professional sodablast contractor to handle the project and agreed on a date to restore the wood structure, it’s time to make sure everything is set up for a successful outcome.

If the contractor plans to blast any part of the outside of the log building, it will be necessary to scope out the property for overgrown trees, shrubs or bushes that could get in the way. While it certainly makes it easier for the sodablast contractor to work – especially if he has to rent scaffolding equipment to reach high areas - it’s really about making sure you get what you pay for: a complete log home restoration.

Your sodablast contractor will likely need to store some materials on the property while he completes the job. A clear spot in the driveway area or part of a corner in the garage works well.

Be prepared for loud noises for long stretches during the day. You may also notice a little dust collect around the windows inside the log home. Taping the windows can help minimize the dust build-up.

At SodaBlast Systems, one of the most important tips we give our property owners when they hire a professional is to make sure your sodablast contractor knows how to reach you in case he needs to clarify a point or runs into an issue that requires your attention.

After all, the last thing you want to do is come back and find out the contractor went over the budget by $1,000 or stalled for half a day because of an open window.

Coming up next: Discover some quick clean-up tips and learn what your sodablast professional is going to do next.