It really comes down to the size of logs you plan on milling. Each of our sawmills is built to handle different log diameters, so it’s worth taking a look at your log pile, or the trees you expect to work with, before choosing a model.

While it might be tempting to just go for the biggest mill, we usually suggest a more practical approach: figure out the largest logs you’ll be milling, then choose a sawmill that can handle about 20% more. For example, if you’ve got 18" logs, the SE122, which can handle up to 22", is probably the way to go. This will provide a little more wiggle room for positioning the log on the track and also allow you to mill some bigger logs in the future should they come your way. 

You can always run smaller logs on a bigger mill, but trying to squeeze oversized logs onto a smaller mill? That’s a tougher game. Best to play it safe - you never know what might roll into your lot.

As long as you’ve got trees, you’ve got lumber, and that’s the mantra of just about every sawyer out there. With a portable sawmill, people are doing everything from cutting live-edge slabs and building custom tables, to crafting benches, barns, and even off-grid cabins, complete with milled flooring, siding, and cabinetry.

Our customers have built some seriously impressive things. Check out our Facebook Community or Community Gallery to get inspired for your own next project. You might be surprised by what your mill can do.

If you're looking for the right accessories for your sawmill, we feature packages on each product page that include our customer's favourites.  These are based on what our customers actually buying with their sawmills. They include the upgrades, accessories and replacement parts you need to get milling. 

A blade sharpener is also something you may want to consider as it can extend the life of your blade and ensure you're never without a sharp blade. Blades can typically be sharpened up to 5 times, essentially turning 1 blade into 5 blades. This math often makes sense for most sawyers.

We’ve designed our sawmills to be simple to use and low on maintenance, so you can spend more time milling and less time wrenching. The engine is the part that needs the most attention, with regular oil changes and refueling. All of that is standard stuff and clearly outlined in the manual.

Beyond that, it’s pretty smooth sailing. As long as you keep up with basic checks, you’ll have no trouble keeping your mill running strong.

A portable sawmill is an upfront investment that pays off for years. Instead of buying pricey 2x4s or posts every time you start a new project, you can just cut your own lumber, right when and how you need it. That alone can save you a ton of money over time.

A lot of sawyers mill trees from their own property, which is pretty special when you know exactly where your wood came from. There’s also something satisfying about milling boards to the exact size you need, not just whatever’s on the shelf. Whether you’re building a shed, a deck, or something more custom, owning a mill gives you the freedom to do it your way.

The SE Series is engineered as a simple, cost-focused setup for DIY, hobby, and property projects. By keeping the design streamlined, the SE mills deliver accurate cutting performance at an accessible price, but they also don’t include some of the convenience features or upgrade options that sawyers often want for higher-volume or commercial work.

If you plan to mill more frequently, run a side business, or offer mobile milling services, our HM Series models are the better fit. They include features like Quick Lock clamps, Auto Lube, adjustable blade guides, and trailer-mount options that help make larger workloads faster and more efficient.

Your time is valuable, so unlike some other sawmills on the market that arrive in hundreds of pieces, we deliver our portable sawmills partially assembled to save you time. Most of the complicated parts - like our sawheads - are pre-assembled. We have also invested alot of time in creating easy-to-follow manuals to ensure the instructions don't leave you scratching your head. Simply follow the step-by-step instructions to finish assembling the carriage and track. Your manual is included in the black tube on the back of the blade guard and can also be viewed in PDF format.