How to get an urban log milled?
#11
I live in a townhouse complex in Chicago, right next to a big ash that is coming down this winter. I probably could get the main log--it's about 20-24 inches in diameter. But how could I get it milled? Would anyone do it? Would it be expensive? Should I try to split it myself? I'll be grateful for any suggestions. I hate to see it chipped or cut up for firewood, but then I don't want to take on more than I can handle.
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#12
Google for a local sawmill.
I sincerely doubt you'll find one if you live in the city though.
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#13
Find out from Woodmizer and Timberking who owns portable bandmills near you. They can do it or tell you who can. You will need a place to air dry the results.
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#14
You might also check with any local woodworking clubs and see if they can help. You might be able to work a deal with whomever you find to share the wood.
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#15
Check with urban/reclaimed wood guys, they are used to the problems and will for the job for you. Regular sawyers are often shy of metal and other problems.
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#16
I did check at Horigan Urban Forest Products in Chicago. but they would charge $5.50 a board foot to cut and kiln dry a log--which is probably more than the cost of ash at a lumber shop.
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#17
TomFromStLouis said:


Find out from Woodmizer and Timberking who owns portable bandmills near you. They can do it or tell you who can. You will need a place to air dry the results.





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#18
Would owners of such a mill be willing to touch an urban log?
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#19
overland said:


Would owners of such a mill be willing to touch an urban log?




Usually if you're willing to replace the blade if it gets damaged.
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#20
Yeah, Horigan is nuts.

The above suggestions are good.

There are folks around w/ alaskan mills. I can check w/ one of my friends if you like. You might also check w/ some of the people listed in here.
Illinois Sawmill Directory (2013)

I'd be very interested in what you turn up. Please update this with any good info you find.

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