Custom Sawmilling
The Mission
Our urban forest is full of potential. Every tree that is removed by the city or a private arborist is headed to the chipper or dump unless we salvage it for something greater. SoKa Trading Company is proud to offer custom sawmilling services to anyone willing to capture that potential.
Step 2: Sawmill
Our sawmill can handle any log up to 36” diameter. Get great slabs or dimensional lumber exactly how you want them for general or specific use on your next project.
Contact us today to discuss your specific project and all your options. Same-day pickup, sawmilling, and delivery is available at a flat fee of $550. That includes one or two logs up to 36” diameter and 12’ long -OR- three logs with an average diameter of 24”.
Other fees may apply such as mileage fee for customer locations outside the metro area and nail strike fees. All fees are disclosed before the appointment is scheduled.
Dry times depend on multiple factors including species, thickness of slabs, moisture content of logs, and drying climate. We recommend 1 year per inch of thickness plus 6 months. We also offer kiln drying service for those interested in faster dry times.
Step 1: Salvage the Tree
Ask the arborist to save the trunk and any large branch sections up to 12’ long for salvage. SoKa has a specialized trailer for self-loading logs up to 3 tons. As long as the log is accessible by vehicle, we can grab it.
Step 3: Delivery
We’ll deliver your slabs or lumber back to you, same day! We can also provide you with stickers and help you carry your slabs to a safe location of your choosing for drying and/or storage.