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From Logs to Lumber, Right on Your Property.

If you’ve got trees, you’ve got raw material. HD Cuts mills logs into usable lumber on-site, so nothing goes to waste and you don’t have to haul anything anywhere. Whether you’re building a barn, finishing a basement, or turning a fallen oak into a dining table, we cut what you need from what you already have.

Live Edge Slabs

Live edge slabs are cut to preserve the natural edge of the log, giving you a piece that still looks like it came from a tree. That’s the whole point. No two are exactly alike, and that’s what makes them worth having.

Live edge slabs work well for:

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Dining tables and kitchen islands

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Shelving and mantels

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Bar tops and countertops

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Wall art and decorative pieces

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Best species for slabs:

Maple, oak, walnut, cherry, and birch all produce beautiful live edge pieces. U.P. maple in particular tends to have incredible figure and character.

Boards & Dimensional Lumber

Sometimes you just need good boards. Clean, straight, cut to a usable dimension so you can get to work on the project at hand. If you’ve got a stand of pine or a couple of big maples, there’s a good chance we can turn them into exactly what you need.

Boards and dimensional lumber are commonly used for:

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Barn and shed construction

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Cabin framing and interior finishing

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Flooring and wall paneling

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Fencing and outdoor structures

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Furniture and woodworking projects

If you’re tired of paying big box lumber prices, milling your own wood is worth a serious look.

Beams

Beams are one of the most satisfying things to pull out of a big log. A single oak or pine can produce beams that would cost a significant amount at a lumber yard, and there’s something about using a beam from your own land that just hits different.

We cut beams for:

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Post and beam construction

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Structural framing

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Decorative ceiling beams

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Pergolas and outdoor structures

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Timber frame projects

Large diameter logs tend to produce the best beams. If you’ve got something big on the ground, it’s worth a conversation.

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Popular mantel species:

Oak, maple, cedar, and pine all make excellent mantels, each with a different character and grain pattern.

Mantels

A fireplace mantel cut from a tree on your property is the kind of detail that stays in a room for generations. It’s not something you pick off a shelf. It’s specific to your land, your wood, and your space.

Mantels are custom by nature. The size, shape, and finish depend on the log and the look you’re going for. We’ll talk through what you have and what you’re envisioning before any cuts are made.

Custom Cuts & Specialty Projects

Not every project fits a standard category, and that’s fine. If you’ve got something specific in mind, whether it’s a unique slab shape, a specific thickness, or a cut we haven’t listed here, let’s talk about it. Most things are figure-outable with the right logs and a little planning.

Custom projects are priced individually based on the scope of the work.

Straightforward Pricing

Portable Sawmill Service: $125.00 per hour

That’s the rate. We come to your property, set up the mill, and get to work. The total cost depends on how many logs you have and what you need cut from them.

What affects how long a job takes:

Factor	Why It Matters
Number of Logs	The total cost depends on how many logs you have and how much time we spend on them.
Log Size	Larger diameter logs take longer to process and may require specialized equipment.
Log Quality	Straight, clean logs mill faster and produce higher-grade lumber.
Cut Type	Custom slabs and specialty cuts require more setup time and precision.
Project Complexity	Mantels and unique custom pieces require additional care and handling.

Every job is a little different, which is why hourly pricing makes the most sense. You’re not paying for a package that may or may not fit your situation. You’re paying for the actual time it takes to do the work right.

Custom and specialty projects are priced individually. Reach out to discuss your project.

What Makes a Good Log for Milling

Not every log is going to produce great lumber, and we’ll always be straight with you about what you’ve got. That said, a lot of people are surprised by what’s sitting on their property.

Here’s a general guide:

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Diameter:

Logs 12 inches or larger in diameter can typically produce usable lumber. Bigger is usually better.

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Length:

Longer logs give you more options for what can be cut from them.

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Straightness:

Straight logs mill cleaner and produce better boards. Curved logs can still be milled but may limit your options.

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Species:

Hardwoods like maple, oak, and birch tend to produce the most valuable lumber. Softwoods like pine and cedar are excellent for structural and outdoor applications.

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Condition:

Fresh logs mill best. The longer a log sits, the more likely it is to check, crack, or deteriorate. If you’ve got logs on the ground, sooner is better than later.

Not sure if your logs are worth milling? Send us a message and we’ll help you figure it out.

Ready to Talk About Your Logs?

Tell us what you’ve got and where you’re located. We’ll let you know what’s possible and get you on the schedule.

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