7) get several quotes. might even stop by a local yard and see what they will give you if you were to cut and haul. This will show you where you stand even if you do not intend on doing the cutting.
This is the most important part. Be sure to tell each company that you are having other companies bid on the timber also.
I have had good luck with loggers for the most part. You have to realize it is a messy business and they will leave tops where the trees are cut. You will have to question each company as to what size trees they are quoting you on and where on the tree that measurement is taken. Tops are dangerous to haul out of the woods and most companies will not do it. Ask around for other people who have had their land logged to get an idea of who the better loggers are. You also need to realize that some trees are $100 logs and some are $1000 logs and it is hard to tell the difference. You may want to consult a Forester to get an accurate idea of the type of logs you have.
If possible have the logging done during the winter. Winter logs are worth more.
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