We have been in the business of repairing and maintaining cooperage for over 35 years. During that time we have been asked to fix virtually every type of problem you might have with a barrel - from simple bore-bug holes to multiple stave replacements when a barrel falls off a forklift. Our coopers are experienced, competent and efficient. If we can’t save a barrel (or it is not worth saving) we will let you know. All work guaranteed.
| Labor charges . . . . . . |
$90.00 per hour |
| Minimum charge . . . . |
$50.00 (½ hour) |
| Travel charge . . . . . |
$50.00 per hour |
| (Travel time applies if you require on-site work.) |
Stave Replacement |
$110.00 for first stave |
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$60.00 for each additional stave |
| Headboard Replacement |
$80.00 for first board |
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$30.00 for each additional board |
| Hoop Repair |
$30.00 each |
| Exterior Clean:ProxyClean |
$20.00 per barrel |
| Sanding |
$75.00 per barrel |
| Interior Clean: Ozone |
$20.00 per barrel |
Custom Work
| Fit and install plexiglass heads |
$200.00 |
| Fit and install wooden heads |
$150.00 |
| Custom cut your barrel |
$260.00 |
Barrel Reconditioning
Like oak chips, the use of reconditioned barrels has become an accepted tool of winemaking. Reconditioned barrels tend to produce a round, mellow extraction of the oak. In a blend, shaved barrels can add a delicious flavor component at a very reasonable price. If you have barrels that are four to six years old, consider shaving and toasting. We remove both heads, rotate the barrel around a stationary router which shaves about 3/16 inch of saturated wood, sand it smooth, allow it to dry for 24 hours, then toast it over an open oak fire. The heads are planed smooth prior to reassembling the barrel.
SHAVING
Standard 50-60 barrels |
$85 (1-49 barrels) |
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$55 (50+ barrels) |
| Small barrels |
$75 |
TOASTING
| Light to medium |
$30 |
| Toast heads |
$30 |
For jobs over 40 barrels, we prefer to do the work on-site.
Call our shop for a quote.
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