First Log

Here we're lifting the first log onto the foundation. There is 5/8 inch rebar sticking up out of the foundation blocks so we have to predrill the log with 3/4 inch holes. We also found it was a good idea to grind the top of the rebar into a dull point so that they followed through the holes better. Once the log is down and resting on the sill plate we take a sledge and bend over the rebar to clamp the log in place (earthquake requirement)