Invest in a chainsaw. Tree trunks and logs can become planks and boards with a chainsaw. Plus if you live in earthquake territory it’s going to take a chainsaw to get to your stuff that is under the rubble that was once your house.
And don't fuck around with homeowner grade. It's not that much more expensive to get a professional tier saw that will run far better and is rebuildable.
Better have gas stored in that case.
You don't need a motorized saw to fell trees. Does make turning them into lumber much easier, but there are ways to make planks without gas or electricity.
A good inventory of saws and axes is a solid investment too.
Can you recommend one? (I prefer electric but I don’t know if there are professional grade versions.) I have an 8 amp craftsman but it does not have good reviews and requires constant adjustments to keep the chain on the rails.
I have a Stihl 362. It's the small end of the professional grade saws.
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