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On 13/11/2020 at 21:04, Steven P said:
I'm with the other answers here, you won't get anything for free. Sort of.
You might get stuff free to you if it makes sense to do so, for example I got a transit van of logs the other day because that tree surgeon was on the way to the tip, and dropped them off to avoid paying the comercial rate at the tip - financialy better for him. So if it is convenient for their jobs I get logs.
The next thing to consider is that for free you can rarely pick and choose what you want. Currently I have a load of Scotts Pine to cut and split and a load of Laylandi.. I doubt I willever get oak, thorn or fruit trees for free. Going back to the argument of the giver getting a deal, it might cost almost as much to process as it would that you can sell them for for a small amount of wood, less hassle and cheaper to ti it somewhere.
My other source of logs is tipped down the road and I have to collect it, extra hassle but I get the odd hard wood, often have to dig it out of a pile of wood chip.
So if you are willing to accept that 'free' is really meaning costing less for the tree surgeons and what goes with that you shold be OK. If you ask the right way you should get some, and be prepared to put in the work to add value to go from a tree to a log on the fire
that was a detailed reply....many thanks! I am aware that it won't be 'free'....thanks for the reply
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On 12/11/2020 at 19:54, spudulike said:
I ask some of my customers for a bit of firewood once in a while. I am lucky that I am in a position to barter - a saw service for wood etc but in your case you will need to give your friendly arb type a good drink.
I never ask for and would never expect although some have offered processed, seasoned wood/logs but do accept rings or lengths of green wood straight after cutting and many will find it useful to get rid of a load or two especially soft wood - it all burns!! Expect to have a chainsaw to cut it and an axe to split it - hope you have this and a strong back!
Probably best to look around for local guys working in your area and have a friendly chat or look at businesses close to where you want the wood dropped off. Most round here just tip it off for biomass at £5 per tonne unless they have there own barn and land to process it in to logs! Just be prepared to give them a bit of cash for a load and also to put some work in processing the timber!
Thanks! ?
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On 12/11/2020 at 15:08, Rob_the_Sparky said:
Get your self on the tip site and or talk to local businesses. You just have to make it worth their while, as they aren't charities, but there are some out there that want shot of wood, generally softwood, but don't assume that will happen.
I.e. first ask for green wood (not logs) then see what they are willing to give them to you for. My local arrangement consists of exchange for wine and done when it is convenient for him. I'm one of his tip sites for the wood he does not want.
Thanks for the info....much appreciated! ?
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On 11/11/2020 at 20:46, djbobbins said:
I’m looking for free gin if there are any distilleries local that just happen to be giving it away??
Sorry if that sounds a bit sarky but you should understand that logs are a finished product and have a value. If you are prepared to collect wood from site, or have it dropped at a convenient location and give someone money to cover fuel costs, and accept that it will be green wood, probably softwood, then you might get something free. But you’ll still have to saw and split it then season it too.
Thanks! Very helpful. Sorry I'm a little new to the world of tip sites. I am aware that by saying "logs" I used the incorrect term. I am aware that it has to be sawn and chopped. I have invested in a chainsaw and axe for such purposes...sarcasm is always welcome ?
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Just wonder if there are local guys on here or should I simply call around in my local area....Folkestone, Kent.
Looking Free logs best to contact local businesses direct?
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Super answer and without a hint of cantankerism....?