Editing Log house (section)

==== Techniques to Manage Settling ====
Log houses that settle require specific construction techniques to compensate for height changes, including:
* [[Slip joint]]s – Installed over all window and door openings to prevent warping as walls shift.
* Adjustable jacks – Placed under vertical elements (such as support columns and staircases) for periodic height adjustments.
* Expansion gaps – Left in [[Piping and plumbing fitting|plumbing, wiring, and ducting]] to prevent damage from shifting walls.
* [[Screw mechanism|Through-bolts and compression screws]] – Used to hold logs together while allowing for controlled settling.

If settling is not properly managed, issues such as **door misalignment, window frame warping, and plumbing damage** can occur. Proper maintenance and periodic adjustments are essential to ensure the stability of a log house.{{cite book |last=Bomberger |first=Bruce D. |title=The Preservation and Repair of Historic Log Buildings |publisher=Heritage Preservation Services, National Park Service |year=1991 |url=https://www.nps.gov/tps/how-to-preserve/briefs/26-log-buildings.htm}}