Do you have lumber in _________ size?
Find an inventory of our dry slabs and cookies here. Although we generally stock standard sizes for dimensional redwood and other softwoods, when it comes to dimensional hardwoods or slabs that are still drying, your best bet is to visit our lumber yard to see our inventory.
Tree removal, recovery, and donation
Can you remove my tree?
No. The Sacramento Tree Foundation and Urban Wood Rescue do not perform tree removals.
Do you recommend a tree care service to remove our tree(s) and/or transport logs to your location?
Check out our webpage on how to hire a reliable tree care company to find out what to look for in a company, what questions to ask, and more. If you are interested in donating the wood, ask the tree care company whether they are able to cut the trunk into 8' lengths and transport the logs.
Can I get a discount from the tree company for giving you the logs?
In some cases, a tree company may give you a small discount because they will save time from not having to chip or pay the tipping fees at the landfill.
What kind of logs do you take?
Read more about which species we accept here. All donations must be coordinated in advance - please contact us at (916) 974-4336. Logs must be delivered to our location at 6045 Midway Street, Sacramento.
Can I keep some of the milled lumber from my donated logs?
No, but we can inform you when the logs are milled so that you have the opportunity to purchase wood from your tree. The Sacramento Tree Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, and when you donate your logs, you will be provided with an in-kind donation confirmation that indicates the total board footage donated for your tax records.
Milling and drying logs
Do you have a portable milling service?
We do not.
Can I bring my log to you to be milled?
Yes. We now offer custom milling services. Please submit an inquiry or call 916-974-4336 to learn more about our custom milling options.
Can you dry my private lumber?
Not at this time.
Surfacing, drying, and finishing
Can you flatten the lumber I buy?
Not at this time, but we can refer you to our partners throughout the region.
Do you make furniture?
No, we don’t make finished projects, but we can refer you to a list of local artisans.
Will you apply finish to the wood I purchase?
No, the finishing process is up to you or the artisan you commission.
Artisans
Can you recommend a local artisan or maker?
While we do not endorse any specific companies, we created a list of local makers/artisans who purchased our wood or visited our yard.
I’m an artisan, can I sell my work at Urban Wood Rescue?
No, but drop off a business card so we can refer our customers to you.