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Brad Siler

Brad Siler is the founder of Pencil Log Pros and a recognized expert in log home restoration, log cabin preservation, and refinishing. He leads field-tested crews that handle full-scope projects: media blasting, sanding, stain and seal systems, chinking/caulking, log repair and replacement, rot mitigation, inspections, and maintenance plans. Brad is known for disciplined project management, clean jobsites, and coatings that perform in high-altitude, UV-intense mountain climates. He specializes in moisture control, surface prep, and product selection that protect wood fiber and extend service life. Homeowners and HOAs across Colorado, Utah, and the Rockies trust Brad for durable results and straight answers. He diagnoses failure points fast—wrong stain, poor prep, water intrusion—and outlines a clear path to restore color, lock out weather, and stabilize logs. If you need a partner for historic preservation, a full restoration, or a seasonal maintenance program, Brad drives the plan, sets the schedule, and delivers the finish your cabin deserves.

Media Blasting a Log Cabin

What is Media Blasting? Media blasting a log cabin is a surface preparation method used to remove old finishes, dirt, mildew, and other contaminants from