Turning Your Logs Into Usable Lumber

On-site and shop milling services for landowners and builders who need custom-cut lumber in Jacksonville, Texas and surrounding areas.

When you have logs from land clearing, storm damage, or selective tree removal on your Jacksonville or East Texas property, milling them into lumber gives you usable material instead of debris. Trestles LLC operates a sawmill that accepts logs you deliver to the shop, and also offers mobile milling that brings equipment to your property for on-site cutting. You end up with dimensional lumber cut to specifications you choose, whether for construction projects, furniture making, or resale.


The milling process includes trimming logs to length, securing them on the mill carriage, and making sequential cuts to produce boards, beams, or timbers based on your needs. Trestles LLC handles both standard dimensional cuts and custom sizes unavailable from commercial suppliers. You can repurpose wood from trees that hold sentimental or aesthetic value, or simply convert raw timber into material suited for building projects without purchasing from a lumberyard.


If you have logs that need milling in Jacksonville and the surrounding areas, or want to discuss specifications for a custom cutting project, Trestles LLC can review your material and provide details on milling options and timing.

Precision Cutting Tailored to Project Specifications

Milling services in Jacksonville, Henderson, or a surrounding area involves assessing log quality, determining optimal cutting patterns to maximize yield, and making accurate cuts using a bandsaw mill that handles logs up to several feet in diameter. Trestles LLC adjusts blade tension and cut speed based on wood species and moisture content, producing boards with consistent thickness and minimal waste. Mobile milling allows processing large logs directly on your property, saving transport costs and time when dealing with heavy or numerous logs.


After milling, you receive lumber stacked and ready for air drying or immediate use depending on your project timeline. Boards are cut to your specified dimensions, and you can request specific thicknesses for flooring, beams for framing, or slabs for tabletops and custom woodworking. The milled lumber retains the natural grain and character of the tree, offering unique appearance compared to mass-produced materials.


Trestles LLC mills hardwoods such as oak, pecan, and walnut, as well as softwoods like pine depending on availability and condition. The service does not include drying lumber to specific moisture content, so you should plan for air drying time if using the wood for furniture or interior applications. Freshly milled lumber can be used immediately for outdoor projects or rough framing where moisture content is less critical.

Information Landowners Need Beforehand

People in Jacksonville often want to know about log preparation, milling costs, and how long it takes to process logs before arranging milling services.

What types of logs can be milled?
Trestles LLC mills most hardwood and softwood species as long as logs are straight, free of major defects, and large enough to produce usable boards. Logs with excessive rot, embedded metal, or severe insect damage may not mill cleanly.
How should logs be prepared for milling?
Logs should be cut to manageable lengths, typically eight to twelve feet, and free of dirt and debris that can dull blades. If you are using mobile milling, logs should be accessible by truck and placed where the mill can be set up safely.
What dimensions can be cut?
Trestles LLC cuts lumber to custom thicknesses and widths based on log size and your project needs, from thin boards for paneling to thick beams for structural framing. You specify dimensions, and milling is adjusted to produce those sizes with minimal waste.
How long does milling take?
Milling time depends on the number and size of logs, but a typical batch of several logs can be processed in a few hours. Mobile milling requires setup time, so projects with multiple logs may take a full day or more depending on site conditions in Jacksonville.
Can milled lumber be used immediately?
You can use freshly milled lumber right away for outdoor projects, rough framing, or temporary structures. For furniture or interior trim, lumber should air dry for several months to reduce moisture content and prevent warping or cracking.

On-site milling services in Jacksonville allow landowners and builders to turn logs into usable lumber with precision cutting tailored to project specifications. Trestles LLC handles both shop-based and mobile milling, producing dimensional lumber from trees cleared, fallen, or selectively harvested on your property. If you have logs that need processing or want custom-cut lumber for a building project, contact Trestles LLC to discuss your material and milling requirements.