make a concept for our business: cleaning logs out of lots, cut fireguards, brush sawing. horse logging with our draft horse. we would also construction working (small cabins, planter boxes, roofing, make benches). give a very short text (about 4 sentences)
Lenard Sanders Enterprise We offer a unique and sustainable approach to woodland management and custom construction. Our main service is getting rid of logs from dense areas, and creating important fireguards. We use our strong draft horse for all of this, so you can really get involved. As well as removal, we're experts in meticulous brush sawing and precise timber cutting. Then, we turn these materials into gorgeous, handcrafted pieces, like cute little cabins, sturdy planter boxes and classic roofing solutions.
Wildwood Craftsmen brings the skills of generations to your project, delivering both raw materials and lasting quality. We're here to help you get back in touch with nature and make some memories that'll last.
Horse logging: 5-6 hours a day, do selecting logging, fireguards, cleaning logs out of lots. * Logs we have a sawmill and a planer mill: 200 CAD per day. * 60/40 split for the customer for the wood. * power saw work 100 cad per hours. * brushing work 80 per hours. * general construction work 50 per hours. * loghouse restauration work 50 per hours.
1. Core Logging Services (Selecting & Fireguards):
- Time: about 5 hours/day
- Rate: Assuming this is the primary work, let's estimate an average rate of $150/day (a conservative middle ground). This accounts for selecting, fireguard setup, and general time spent.
- Daily Revenue: 5 hours * $150/hour = $750
2. Milling (Sawmill & Planer Mill):
- Daily Rate: $200/day (This is the key revenue driver)
- Let's assume 8 hours of milling time per day: (This is a reasonable estimate based on the descriptions).
- Daily Revenue: 8 hours * $200/hour = $1600
3. Power Saw Work:
- Time: 1 hour/day (Estimated - depends on the scope of the work)
- Rate: $100/hour
- Daily Revenue: 1 hour * $100/hour = $100
4. Brushing Work:
- Time: 1 hour/day (Estimated – brush clearing likely takes 1 hour)
- Rate: $80/hour
- Daily Revenue: 1 hour * $80/hour = $80
5. General Construction Work:
- Time: 1 hour/day (Estimate)
- Rate: $50/hour
- Daily Revenue: 1 hour * $50/hour = $50
6. Loghouse Restoration Work:
- Time: 1 hour/day (Estimate)
- Rate: $50/hour
- Daily Revenue: 1 hour * $50/hour = $50
Total Estimated Daily Revenue:
- Logging Services: $750
- Milling: $1600
- Power Saw: $100
- Brushing: $80
- Construction: $50
- Restoration: $50
- Total: $2630 per day
Important Considerations & Caveats:
- Split Ratio (60/40): This is crucial. You're selling 60% of your output to a customer who wants a specific split. This impacts your pricing and potentially the type of wood you select. It's likely you'll need to adjust your selection to meet this demand. It's also possible the customer pays a premium for the specific split.
- Time Estimates: The 1-hour estimates for brushing, construction, and restoration are highly dependent on the specific job. Some days might require 4 hours of construction, others 8, etc.
- Horse Logging Specifics: Horse logging is labor-intensive. The 5-6 hours is likely a baseline; it could easily increase with difficult terrain, small diameter logs, or dense undergrowth.
- Equipment Costs: This calculation doesn’t include the cost of your equipment (horses, saws, etc.). Factor in maintenance, fuel, and potentially depreciation.
- Taxes & Fees: Don’t forget to account for business taxes and any associated fees.
- Customer Demand: The $200/day milling rate is a key driver. This will be influenced by the volume of logs available and market demand for lumber.
Recommendations for Refining Your Model:
- Track Time Meticulously: For the first few weeks, track your time spent on every task. This is the best way to refine your time estimates.
- Talk to Your Customer: Understand their specific needs and the price they're willing to pay for the 60/40 split. Is there a premium?
- Analyze Log Volume: How many logs can you realistically expect to process per day, given the available wood volume?
- Calculate Equipment Costs: Get a clear understanding of your operating expenses.