--- title: "Katahdin Cedar Log Homes — Design-Build Firms | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/katahdin-cedar-log-homes-pfvwus-pf~1099343655 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1099343655.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Katahdin Cedar Log Homes" category: ["Design-Build Firms"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/8ac3f16901dc2701_3802-w400-h400-b1-p10--.jpg address: "P.O. Box 145, Oakfield, Maine 04763, United States" latitude: 46.1088 longitude: -68.1298 phone: "(800) 845-4533" website: http://www.katahdincedarloghomes.com rating: 3.7 review_count: 7 best_of_houzz_awards: 2 followers: 155 last_updated: 2026-09-16 --- # Katahdin Cedar Log Homes Original Houzz profile: [Katahdin Cedar Log Homes](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/katahdin-cedar-log-homes-pfvwus-pf~1099343655) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Design-Build Firms - **Location:** Oakfield, ME - **Serves:** North America - **Houzz rating:** 3.7 out of 5 (7 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2015–2017), for Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Influencer - 25,000 Ideabook Saves Katahdin Cedar Log Homes was founded in 1973 with a single vision in mind: produce the highest quality log homes in the most efficient and responsible way possible. Today our small Maine business is the largest cedar log home producer in North America, with over 75 dealerships across the US; however, our vision still remains the same. Our expert staff, in-house design team, and nation-wide dealer network will guide you through every step in the process, from concept and design through construction. ### Services Provided - Custom Homes - custom log home design and production ### Areas Served - North America ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Katahdin Cedar Log Homes | | Address | P.O. Box 145, Oakfield, Maine 04763, United States | | Phone | (800) 845-4533 | | Website | http://www.katahdincedarloghomes.com | | Followers on Houzz | 155 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Katahdin Cedar Log Homes](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/katahdin-cedar-log-homes-pfvwus-pf~1099343655) - **Website:** http://www.katahdincedarloghomes.com - **Phone:** (800) 845-4533 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) chain-of-custody certification; Maine Governor's Award for Business Excellence; Maine Investors Award; NAHB Log Home Council Image Award; Maine's Outstanding Manufacturing Award; member of NAHB Log Home Council - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2015–2017), for Design. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 3.7 out of 5 — 7 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 10.0 - Communication: 10.0 - Value: 10.0 ### All 7 reviews **★ — Christopher Wilson, Nov. 2024** > A Nightmare Experience – Avoid This Company at All Costs > > Building our log home with Katahdin has been one of the worst decisions we’ve ever made. What should have been an exciting and rewarding process turned into a drawn-out ordeal filled with unprofessionalism, mismanagement, and outright negligence. If you’re considering this company for your dream home, I urge you to think twice. > > 1\. Lack of Transparency > The project was plagued by a lack of communication and transparency. Critical details were either omitted or glossed over, leaving us constantly chasing answers and clarity while major problems mounted. > > 2\. Questionable Financial Practices > There were significant issues with how the project was managed financially. Costs ballooned well beyond expectations by Katahdin's recommended builder, with little to no explanation or accountability. This resulted in a substantial financial burden and left me questioning how my money was being used. > > 3\. Extensive Delays > What was supposed to be a smooth process quickly devolved into endless delays and broken promises. Timelines were rarely met, and there was a noticeable lack of urgency to get the project back on track. > > 4\. Substandard Workmanship > The quality of work was far below acceptable standards. From structural concerns to finishing details, it was clear that corners were cut throughout the process. I am now left with a home that requires extensive repairs and additional costs to make it safe and functional. > > 5\. No Resolution or Accountability > Despite numerous attempts to resolve these issues, I was met with indifference and a refusal to take responsibility. The company has shown no interest in making things right, leaving us frustrated and disillusioned. > > 6\. A Warning to Others > This company may promise a high-quality, custom-built log home, but my experience was the exact opposite. From beginning to end, it was a nightmare filled with stress, financial loss, and disappointment. If you value your time, money, and peace of mind, look elsewhere. > > Building a home is one of the biggest investments you’ll make—don’t risk it with a company that cannot deliver on its promises or treat its customers with honesty and respect. **★★★★★ — Jim Logeman, July 2017** > After extensive research in log home companies, I decided on Katahdin Cedar Log Homes. They had me out for a visit of their facility in Maine, and I couldn't have been more impressed by how professional everybody was. It's a very 'Green' company...in fact they use every speck of sawdust from their trees! They use only the best (Northern white cedars)...which will hold up over time with minimal shrinkage, warpage, mold, mildew, or insect damage...like you see with Pine, or other types of wood! > I've been impressed from start to finish, and very happy that I chose Katahdin! > You will be too! **★ — Jeffrey Stoner, July 2017** > Never hired as cost of project kept changing after deposit presented. have yet to refund money despite no work done on there part.Court required. Their products look nice- make sure you can afford to lose down payment **★★★★★ — ae4677t, April 2017** > My husband and I recently built a modified Sebec plan. We were really satisfied with the entire process from our initial meeting with the Katahdin team at a log home seminar thru out the entire building process. The design team worked closely with us to personalize the Sebec plan to match our lifestyle. The log package was shipped with generous supporting building materials to protect against falling short and the log labeling system made it easy for our builder to quickly progress. The Katahdin recommended dealer and builder were equally experienced, professional, and pleasurable to work with. Based on our personal experience, we would highly recommend Katahdin Cedar Log Homes as your log home provider. **★★★★★ — Big Twig Homes, April 2014** > We have been doing business with Katahdin cedar log homes since 2004. Katahdin cedar log homes, is a green company and family owned and operated. They are easy to work with and have the best log home packages in the industry. If you are looking for a quality log home, contact Katahdin cedar log homes. **★★★★ — courtneydyaneleigh, Feb. 2014** > My husband and I chose Katahdin Cedar Log Homes because we were attracted to the species of log (cedar) used for the exterior walls, sustainable harvest practices, and a design for a great room (A frame) and ceiling joists using exposed spruce purlins. An added bonus was that we also found a floor plan in Katahdin's catalog that suited our needs, which eliminated the need for an architect. Additionally we liked the various purchase packages that allowed us to choose which materials we would buy from Katahdin and which we could buy on our own with the assistance of our builder. Our local Katahdin Representative was instrumental in assisting us with the entire process from design to construction. Katahdin's design and engineering team worked with our builder , who never built a log home before, in understanding the entire process. We have been in our home for ten years and enjoy the unique experience living in a log home provides to our family. We were happy with both the service and product from Katahdin Cedar Log Homes **★★★★★ — dzerbe, Aug. 2013** > We formed a partnership with our Katahdin Cedar Log Home dealer/builder, Webb & Webb Construction back in 2004. We discovered just how easy and fun designing and building a log home could be when you can work with a premier log home company. They took our Dream and turned it into our Reality. > > We, and all who have visited our log home, are amazed at the custom workmanship that makes our log home stand out as a welcoming retreat filled with an atmosphere of peace and awe. Our builders’ design expertise and attention to detail have provided us with an “inside view” that rivals the perfection of God’s wooded creation outside our windows. ## Selected projects - [Custom Plan \#12234](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/custom-plan-12234-pj-vj~6778881) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 40 - [Modified Lakeview 10032](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modified-lakeview-10032-pj-vj~6005594) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 31 - [Casco Maine Lake Haven](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/casco-maine-lake-haven-pj-vj~2800703) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 16 - [New Hampshire Lakeside Stunner](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-hampshire-lakeside-stunner-pj-vj~2800582) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 21 - [Western Maine Custom Cabin](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/western-maine-custom-cabin-pj-vj~2800520) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 19 - Description: Beautiful custom-built solid cedar log home in the mountains of Western Maine. - [Sunday River Ski House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sunday-river-ski-house-pj-vj~2472510) - Location: Bethel, ME - Photos: 14 - Description: Custom Sunday River Ski House by Katahdin Cedar Log Homes. Photos by Trent Bell Photography - [South Carolina Lake House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/south-carolina-lake-house-pj-vj~1718307) - Location: Red Hill, SC - Photos: 12 - [A Sanctuary in the Maine Woods](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-sanctuary-in-the-maine-woods-pj-vj~1186429) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 14 - [Custom Log Home for Extreme Makeover: Home Edition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/custom-log-home-for-extreme-makeover-home-edition-pj-vj~1149367) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 16 - [Western Maine Lakeside Hideaway](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/western-maine-lakeside-hideaway-pj-vj~936721) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 21 - [New Hampsire Log Cabin](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-hampsire-log-cabin-pj-vj~625884) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 13 - [DC Log Cabin Hideaway](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/dc-log-cabin-hideaway-pj-vj~625829) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 12 - [Blue Ridge Mountain Log Cabin](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/blue-ridge-mountain-log-cabin-pj-vj~617007) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 15 - [Maine Lakeside Retreat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/maine-lakeside-retreat-pj-vj~461661) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 14 - [One with Nature](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/one-with-nature-pj-vj~461631) - Location: McHenry, MD - Photos: 9 - [Custom Northern Maine Log Home Estate](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/custom-northern-maine-log-home-estate-pj-vj~314293) - Location: Presque Isle, ME - Photos: 12 - Description: This custom-designed log home estate is situated amongst the rolling potato fields of Northern Maine. At 9,571 square feet this home features 4 bedroom, 5 full baths, 2 half baths, a 3-season sun room, wine cellar, theater, home gym, billiard room and sauna. The home was oriented to face due South in order to take advantage of passive and active solar gain. - [Maryland Lakeside Cabin](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/maryland-lakeside-cabin-pj-vj~313288) - Location: McHenry, MD - Photos: 7 - Description: Perched on the shores of Deep Creek Lake in Maryland's panhandle, this rustic cabin features wide-open living space and is perfect for entertaining. For more information and to view the floor plan, visit: http://www.katahdincedarloghomes.com/dreamhomefloorplans\_detail.cfm?id=768 - [Maryland Countryside Estate](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/maryland-countryside-estate-pj-vj~299461) - Location: Damascus, MD - Photos: 25 - Description: At 6,976 square feet, the Hennessey is the true definition of rustic elegance. A pure luxury home with every amenity, the home features 3 beds, 3.5 baths, 3 car garage, wine cellar, home theater, cantina, library and ample space to entertain indoors and out. To view plans for the Hennessey, visit: http://www.katahdincedarloghomes.com/dreamhomefloorplans\_detail.cfm?id=896 - [Mohnton, PA family retreat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mohnton-pa-family-retreat-pj-vj~279961) - Location: Mohnton, PA - Photos: 12 - Description: An open-concept log home family retreat nestled in the woods of Southeastern PA. - [Maryland Mountainside](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/maryland-mountainside-pj-vj~288389) - Location: McHenry, MD - Photos: 10 - Description: This gorgeous cedar log home sits high on a ridge in western Maryland. The design originated as our standard Bonanza plan and was modified by the homeowners to fit the property and their lifestyle. For more information, visit http://www.KatahdinCedarLogHomes.com [See all 24 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/katahdin-cedar-log-homes-pfvwus-pf~1099343655) ## Community Q&A **Q: Did you know the stain color** *(in Photo Questions)* On the wall and roof A: Thank you for the question. There is no stain on the wood, just an oil-based polyurethane. The walls are white cedar, the ceiling is white pine and the logs/beams are spruce. **Q: Ceiling Fan** *(in Photo Questions)* can you tell new the ceiling fan make model and color? A: Thank you for the question. Unfortunately, we do not have any information on the fan as it was sourced by the homeowner. **Q: Love that door!** *(in Photo Questions)* That door is awesome. Where did it come from/where was it purchased? A: Thank you for the question. Unfortunately, we do not have any information on the door as it was sourced by the homeowner. **Q: What paint color is used on cabinets?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Thank you for the question. Unfortunately, the cabinets were supplied and installed by a separate contractor so we do not have any color/paint information. **Q: Love the look in this room.** *(in Photo Questions)* Can you please tell me the color stain used on this white oak flooring? Thanks! A: Thank you for the question. Unfortunately, the flooring was sourced through a separate contractor so we do not know which stain was used. **Q: Couch** *(in Photo Questions)* Where is the couch from? Thanks! A: Hi, Heather. The couch was sourced by the homeowners so, unfortunately, we do not know where it came from. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-16.*