Log store filling & stacking in Exeter
Professional log store filling & stacking services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£110
Typical Duration
1-2 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Log store filled and stacked properly - logs arranged for airflow and seasoning, bottom layer off the ground, easy access for burning. Your winter fuel organized and ready.
Get Your Winter Fuel Sorted
Stacking logs properly isn't just piling wood in a shed - good stacking means better seasoning, drier wood, easier burning, and less wasted fuel. The difference between a well-stacked log store and a thrown-together heap is how well your fire burns.
💡 Pro tip: Stack bark-side-up if your logs are still wet - rain runs off instead of soaking in through the cut ends.
Why Proper Stacking Matters
Because wet, poorly-stacked wood smokes, doesn't burn efficiently, and gunks up your chimney.
| ✅ Stacked Right | ❌ Thrown In |
|---|---|
| Airflow for drying | Stays damp, smokes |
| Bottom layer dry | Rots from ground contact |
| Easy to grab logs | Pile collapses when you take one |
| Burns efficiently | Wasted fuel, dirty chimney |
What You Get
🔧 Professional Stacking
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Store check | Check condition, plan stacking method |
| Bottom layer | First layer off ground, stable base |
| Main stack | Logs stacked with airflow gaps, stable build |
| Finishing | Top protected, accessible arrangement |
📦 Ready for Winter
- Logs stacking properly for airflow
- Bottom layer protected from damp
- Easy access to grab fuel
- Store fully utilized
Pricing Guide
| Amount of Logs | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Small load (1-2 cubic metres) | 1-1.5 hrs | £60-£85 |
| Medium load (3-4 cubic metres) | 1.5-2 hrs | £85-£110 |
| Large delivery (5+ cubic metres) | 2-3 hrs | £110-£160 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Split logs stack faster than rounds.
Perfect If You Need Help With...
✅ Big delivery arrived - heap of logs needs stacking
✅ Back problems - heavy lifting isn't an option
✅ No time - rather pay someone than spend weekend stacking
✅ Elderly or injured - physically can't manage it
Why Choose Us for Log store filling & stacking in Exeter?
Stacked for proper airflow
Bottom layer off ground
Rain-protected storage
Easy access when burning
What to Expect
Step 1: Quick Assessment
I'll check your log store capacity, see what state the logs are in (split, rounds, wet, dry), and work out the best stacking approach.
Step 2: Stacking
Bottom layer positioned off ground if possible, then stack methodically with gaps for airflow. Build stable so the pile doesn't collapse when you take logs out.
Step 3: Tidy Up
Any loose bark or bits cleared away, pile checked for stability, maybe cover with tarp if store isn't roofed.
🔧 DIY Tips
Stacking your own logs? Here's how to do it properly:
🔧 Basic technique
- Start with largest, straightest logs for bottom layer
- Create a stable base, slightly off ground if possible
- Stack in rows, alternating direction for stability
- Leave gaps between logs for airflow
- Bark side up if logs are wet
- Keep pile stable as you build up
📐 Stacking methods
- Simple rows: Stack parallel, easiest method
- Criss-cross ends: Stack at 90° alternating layers (very stable)
- Round stack: Build circular (advanced, looks good, excellent airflow)
- Against wall: Stack parallel to wall, lean slightly back
✂️ Storage tips
- Keep bottom layer off ground (pallets work well)
- Leave gaps between logs for air circulation
- Don't stack too tight (slows drying)
- Protect top from rain (roof or tarp)
- Make older logs accessible (use them first)
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Stacking too tight (poor airflow, stays damp)
- Bottom layer on bare ground (rots)
- Unstable pile (collapses when you take logs)
- Mixing wet and dry wood (wet wood stops dry wood seasoning)
- No rain protection (top layer gets soaked)
💡 Pro trick: Stack unseasoned wood loosely with lots of gaps - seasoned wood can be stacked tighter. And keep your driest wood closest to the house for easy access in winter.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🪵 Seasoning logs? Green wood needs 1-2 years to season properly depending on species. Oak takes longer than ash. Good stacking speeds up drying - tight stacking slows it down.
Store capacity: Most domestic log stores hold 2-4 cubic metres. If you've over-ordered, you'll need overflow storage or a second stack somewhere.
Wood types: Hardwoods (oak, ash, beech) burn best but take longest to season. Softwoods (pine, spruce) dry faster but burn quicker. Stack them separately if you can.
Access matters: Stack so you can take logs from the front without the whole pile collapsing. Some people like FIFO system (first in, first out) - I can arrange that if you want.
Combined jobs: If I'm at your rural property anyway (fence work, gates, other rural bits), adding log stacking saves you a separate callout.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why pay someone to stack logs?
If you're older, injured, short on time, or have tons of logs delivered in a heap, it makes sense. Heavy work shifting and stacking a winter's worth of wood. I can crack through it in an hour or two while you do something else.
Is there a proper way to stack logs?
Yes - bottom layer off the ground if possible (keeps dry), stacked with gaps for airflow (helps seasoning), bark side up if they're wet (sheds rain), and not too tight (air needs to circulate). Makes a difference to how well they dry and burn.
Can you help split logs as well as stack them?
I can stack split logs for you, but I don't offer a log-splitting service - that's specialist work with hydraulic splitters. If your logs need splitting, arrange that first, then I'll stack them.
What if my log store is full already?
Then we stack overflow elsewhere - under a tarp, in another shelter, or build a temporary covered pile. Or if you're halfway through last year's supply, I can consolidate what's left and fill gaps with new logs.
Do I need to be there while you stack?
Not really - just show me the logs and the store, I'll get on with it. Might have questions about any particular way you want it done, but otherwise I can work while you're out.
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