Custom Milling
With Custom Sawing, we can make your vision a reality! Our expert millers provide top-notch service to turn logs up to 48" in diameter and 12' long into high quality pieces. Contact us now for more information - including our minimum $300 fee.
FAQs
What exactly is custom milling and why would I need it?
A: Think of custom milling as giving your logs a makeover. Whether you've got a beloved backyard tree that had to come down or scored some amazing logs, we turn them into usable lumber. It's like having a translator who speaks both "tree" and "furniture" - we're the middleman between raw log and your next gorgeous project.
Q: How long does custom milling take?
A: Like cooking a Chicago deep-dish pizza, good things take time. Most milling jobs take 1-3 days depending on the size of your logs and the complexity of the cuts. Remember, we're not just cutting - we're creating the foundation for your future masterpiece. We'll give you a specific timeline when we see your logs in person.
Q: What's the largest log you can handle?
A: Our mill is like the heavyweight champion of log processing - it can handle logs up to 48 inches in diameter and 12 feet long. That's about the size of a Volkswagen Beetle lying on its side (minus the wheels, of course). If your log is bigger than that, we might need to have a heart-to-heart about trimming it down first.
Q: What should I do with my logs before bringing them in?
A: First, give them a good once-over. Remove any obvious metal (nails, screws, old fence parts) - our blades are tough, but they're not invincible. Keep the logs as clean as possible (think first date presentable), and if you can, get them off the ground. And please, no hollow logs - we're millers, not magicians.
Q: What's this $300 minimum fee all about?
A: Here's the straight talk: Setting up our mill is like preparing for a Broadway show - there's a lot happening behind the scenes. The $300 minimum covers our setup time, blade wear, expertise, and the satisfaction of knowing your lumber is cut exactly right. Think of it as investing in precision rather than hoping that chainsaw mill your cousin borrowed will do the trick.
Q: Can you mill my log into specific dimensions for my project?
A: Does a bear... nevermind. YES! We're not just cutting logs into random pieces - we're creating YOUR vision. Want 2-inch thick slabs for a conference table? Done. Need specific widths for flooring? We've got you. Just bring us your project plans (or even your sketches on a napkin), and we'll cut your lumber to match your dreams.
