Finding a General Contractor


Lesley interviewed numerous general contractors until she finally found Bob Manseill of Woodland Homes.

Bob's office is close by in Townsend, TN, and he has excellent connections with the local building trade. Better still, he is eager and willing to work hand-in-hand with Lesley's expert Barna Log Home builder, Bill Grey. Bob will coordinate with Bill during the construction of the garage and the drying-in of the log home; and he will also oversee land clearing, setting of the footers, drilling of the well, laying of the septic fields, installation of the roof, installation of the garage doors and the elevator and all doors and windows, and all interior finishing – interior walls, flooring, kitchen cabinets, installation of appliances, electrical work, plumbing, etc.

Lesley again has found a contractor who enjoys working with women, as evidenced by his demonstrable affection for his 5-year old daughter, Liley, and his wife and three other daughters. Being the youngest of older sisters also helps, says Dr. Ellen.

Bob is a great addition to Lesley's Barna Log Home team! Hurrah!




Bob meets with Lesley in his office and without hesitation agrees to take on her Barna Log Home project.


Bob goes with us to meet Bill Grey and to see the Pellissippi, TN Barna Log Home that Bill is building for someone else.


Lesley and Bob painstakingly review architectural plans for placement of desired electrical outlets and fixtures.


It's not that easy! Great care is required to plan ahead for fixtures and outlets inside and out...and for each level of the house...particularly when building a log home. These outlets have to be drilled in advance as the house is being dried in.



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