Logs

Species & Grading We Buy

We purchase mature White Oak and Red Oak sawlogs, 16" diameter and up at the small end, straight and sound with minimal defect. Veneer-quality logs earn a premium — ask Perry for a walk-through if you think you've got them.

Our Log Buying Process

1. Call or email Perry with your property location and species. Perry Christian, Logs Buyer — perry@portsmouthlc.com · 606.316.3990
2. We walk the property, mark and estimate volume, and give you a straightforward offer.
3. If you accept, we schedule the harvest and handle the logistics.
4. You get paid at delivery — no surprises, no hidden deductions.

We Buy Logs

Portsmouth Lumber Company purchases standing logs from landowners across the region. If you’ve got mature hardwood on your property, we want to talk.

What We Buy

We buy White Oak and Red Oak saw logs.

Why Sell to Us

We’ve been part of this community for generations, and our reputation depends on treating landowners fairly — honest assessments, fair prices, and straight answers about what your logs are worth.

Questions Landowners Ask

Do I have to sell my whole property? No — we buy select-cut or clear-cut, whatever fits your land management goals. Is there a cost to get an estimate? No, walk-throughs and quotes are free. How fast can you move? Most jobs are assessed within a week and harvested within a season, depending on weather and access.