Timber Buying
Timber Buying Rooted in Value, Trust, and Stewardship
Since 1969, Edwards has helped landowners understand the value of their timber, sell with confidence, and move forward knowing their land will be treated with care.
Buying and harvesting timber since 1969.
Strong pricing, broad buying capability, and local accountability.
A trusted team that understands both timber value and land stewardship.
Backed by mills, markets, and a long-term presence in the region.
What Timber Buying Means at Edwards
Selling timber is a big decision, and for many landowners, it may only happen once or twice in a lifetime. Edwards Timber Buying is built to give landowners clear information, a fair path forward, and confidence in who they’re working with. We buy a wide range of timber species, help landowners understand what their tract may be worth, explain the sale options available, and work through the process from first conversation to harvest and site care.
We buy a wide range of timber species.
We work with private landowners, consultants, dealers, and suppliers.
We help landowners understand value, timing, payment, and process before work begins.
Why Landowners Sell to Edwards
At the forefront of most timber decisions is value, but value is only part of the equation. Landowners also want to know who they’re dealing with, how they’ll be paid, what the harvest will look like, and whether their roads, paths, and property will be respected.
We pay strong market value. Edwards competes for timber and stumpage and gives landowners access to better pricing control through a well-established buying network.
We buy with versatility. Because Edwards is deeply connected to mills and end markets, we can buy a broad range of forest products.
We’re local and accountable. We’ve been buying and cutting timber for more than 57 years, and landowners know where to find us.
We treat land with respect. Stewardship, sustainability, and doing the right thing for the property are part of the process, not an afterthought.
How the Timber Buying Process Works
No two tracts are exactly alike, but Edwards follows a clear, professional process that helps landowners understand what to expect from first contact through harvest and follow-up care
PROCESS STEPS:
Step 1 – Initial Contact
A landowner, consultant, or supplier reaches out to Edwards to start the conversation and share basic information about the tract.
Step 2 – Site Visit and Timber Evaluation
An Edwards representative visits the property to walk the tract, evaluate the timber, and understand access, conditions, and goals for the land.
Step 3 – Pricing and Sale Structure
We explain the options available, including lump sum and unit sale, so the landowner understands how the sale works and how payment will be handled.
Step 4 – Contracts and Legal Work
Once terms are agreed on, the process moves into timber deed preparation, title search where needed, and access agreements before harvest begins.
Step 5 – Harvest and Site Care
After planning is complete, harvesting begins with attention to timing, access, roads, and the overall condition of the property.
If you’d like to better understand what your tract may be worth or what the process would look like on your property, our team is here to help.
What Landowners Say About Working with Edwards
Understanding How Timber Sales are Paid
Edwards helps landowners understand the sale structure that makes the most sense for their property, goals, and comfort level.
OPTION 1:
Lump Sum Purchase
*Most Preferred by Landowners
With a lump sum sale, Edwards buys the tract upfront, giving the landowner a defined price and payment structure before harvest begins.
OPTION 2:
Unit Sale
With a unit sale, timber is paid for as it is cut, often on a per-ton basis, with regular payment over the course of the harvest.
Whichever structure is used, trust and transparency matter. Landowners deserve to understand how pricing works, how payment flows, and who is accountable throughout the sale.
Protecting Roads, Access, and the Long-Term Health of the Property
One of the biggest concerns landowners have before selling timber is simple: What will my property look like afterward? Edwards takes that concern seriously. Planning, access, and remediation are all part of responsible harvesting, and the goal is to leave the land in a condition the owner can live with and move forward from.
We plan access with care, including roads, entrances, and haul paths.
We pay close attention to skid trails, logging roads, and site conditions during harvest.
Site remediation may include attention to roads, skid trails, grading, and related cleanup needs.
We work to do the job professionally and treat the land with respect.
“As professional timber buyers, we want to do the right thing.”
Questions About Your Roads or Property Access?
Talk with a timber buyer about your tract before any decisions are made.
Find Your Timber Buyer by County
Use the county map to find the Edwards timber buyer for your area and connect directly with the person who can help you understand your timber, your options, and next steps.
Important Note:
If your land is outside one of the highlighted counties, Edwards may still buy land and timber in your area. Reach out (timber@ewpi.com), and our team will help point you in the right direction.
Select the color of your county from the tabs below for contact information on your location representative.
Kaleb Matthews
(704) 776-3014
kalebmatthews@ewpi.com
Counties Served:
Mecklenburg, Cabarrus, Gaston, Lincoln, Catawba, Iredell, Rowan, Iredell, Davie, Forsyth, Yadkin, Surry, & Stokes
Scott Howell
(336) 552-9791
scotthowell@ewpi.com
Counties Served:
Guilford, Alamance, Orange, Durham, Vance, Granville, Person, Caswell, & Rockingham
Mark Allen
(910) 995-7600
markallen@ewpi.com
Counties Served:
Scotland, Richmond, Montgomery, Stanly, Randolph & Davidson
Jarrett Broadwell
Registered Forester NC
(336) 843-5610
jarrettbroadwel@ewpi.com
Counties Served:
Cumberland, Hoke, Harnett, Moore, Lee, Chatham, & Wake
Garrett Hicks
(704) 290-4154
garretthicks@ewpi.com
Counties Served:
Union & Anson, North Carolina, York, Chester, Lancaster, Darlington, Marlboro & Chesterfield, South Carolina
Travis Priest
(910) 840-7327
travispriest@ewpi.com
Counties Served:
Sampson, Bladen, Columbus, & Robeson, North Carolina. Horry, Marion, & Dillon, South Carolina
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Stewardship Backed by Experience and Scale
Edwards’ forestry operation is built on more than buying timber. It is supported by decades of experience, active land management, and a long-term commitment to responsible forestry. The company manages significant acreage, follows forestry best practices, and emphasizes sustainability, regeneration, and responsible harvesting as part of its long-view approach.
Buying and cutting timber since 1969.
Purchasing approximately 1.7 million tons of timber each year.
Managing 41,000 acres and influencing 140,000+ acres through stewardship and forest management.
FSC-related forest management and chain-of-custody positioning tied to responsible forestry and potential value benefits in certain markets.
A commitment to replenishment, sustainability, and responsible harvest practices.
Ready To Talk About Your Timber?
Whether you’re ready to sell now or just want to better understand what your land may be worth, the Edwards team is here to help. Talk with a timber buyer, ask questions, and get a clearer picture of your options.