Transportation & Delivery
Our own fleet delivers reclaimed lumber from our Commerce, CA facility across Los Angeles and the entire West Coast. Reliable, insured, and on your schedule.
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Lumber logistics require specialized handling. Reclaimed beams can weigh hundreds of pounds. Long boards need proper support during transit. Finish-grade hardwoods demand protection from weather and impact damage. Our transportation team understands these requirements because lumber is all we haul.
Operating our own fleet — rather than brokering third-party carriers — means we control every variable: how material is packaged, how it is secured, what equipment meets the truck at delivery, and who is accountable if something goes wrong. We have been delivering lumber across Southern California and the West Coast for over two decades without a single cargo claim exceeding our coverage.
Delivery Options
Flatbed Delivery
Our 48-foot flatbeds handle the heaviest beams and longest boards. Equipped with an integrated pallet jack and coordinated forklift service for jobsite offloading. Ideal for structural timbers, large dimensional orders, and commercial quantities. All loads are tarped and secured with rated tie-down chains.
- ✓ GVW capacity: 48,000 lbs
- ✓ Max board length: 40 feet
- ✓ Forklift offloading available on request
- ✓ Tarped and chain-secured loads
- ✓ Minimum load: 1,000 BF
Box Truck Delivery
Enclosed 26-foot box trucks protect finish-grade lumber from weather, road debris, and UV exposure during transit. Perfect for hardwood flooring, paneling, profiled material, and smaller dimensional orders that need to arrive in pristine condition. Liftgate service included.
- ✓ Payload: 10,000 lbs
- ✓ Enclosed and weatherproof
- ✓ Power liftgate standard
- ✓ White-glove handling option
- ✓ Minimum load: 200 BF
Material Pickup (We Come to You)
Selling lumber to us? We dispatch our trucks to your demolition site, warehouse, renovation project, or storage yard to load and haul your material to our processing facility. Our crew handles all loading and tie-down. No minimum quantity for pickup — if it fits on the truck, we will come get it.
- ✓ Free on-site evaluation
- ✓ Experienced loading crew included
- ✓ Any quantity accepted
- ✓ Flexible scheduling, 7 days/week
- ✓ Payment within 5 business days of delivery
Freight & Long-Distance
For orders outside our standard delivery zones, we coordinate with a vetted network of LTL and FTL freight carriers. We handle all packaging, palletizing, pallet labeling, and freight booking. You receive a tracking number and cargo insurance certificate with every shipment.
- ✓ Nationwide delivery — 48 states
- ✓ Full declared-value cargo insurance
- ✓ Shipment tracking provided
- ✓ Palletized and properly classified
- ✓ Residential liftgate delivery available
Delivery Timelines by Zone
Lead times below assume material is in stock and ready to ship. Custom milling orders add 3–10 business days to these timelines. Kiln-drying requests add 7–14 days. All timelines are business days from order confirmation.
| Delivery Zone | Lead Time | Min. Order | Delivery Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| LA Metro (within 30 miles of Commerce, CA) | 1–2 business days | 200 BF | Included on orders 1,000 BF+ |
| Greater LA / Orange County / Inland Empire | 2–3 business days | 500 BF | Included on orders 2,000 BF+ |
| San Diego / Ventura / Santa Barbara | 2–4 business days | 500 BF | Flat rate or included on 3,000 BF+ |
| Bay Area / Sacramento / Central CA | 3–5 business days | 1,000 BF | Quoted per order |
| Nevada / Arizona | 4–6 business days | 1,000 BF | Quoted per order |
| Pacific Northwest (OR, WA) | 5–7 business days | 2,000 BF | Quoted per order |
| Nationwide (48 states via LTL/FTL freight) | 7–14 business days | 500 BF palletized | Carrier rate + handling |
BF = Board Feet. Expedited delivery (next-day within LA Metro) is available for a surcharge. Contact us to confirm current availability.
Packaging Methods
How lumber is packaged directly affects how it arrives. Rough structural material and finished hardwood flooring have very different requirements. We select the appropriate packaging method for each order type.
Strapped & Stickered Bundle
Standard dimensional lumber and beams on flatbedBoards are sorted by dimension, stickered with 1-inch spacers for air circulation, and steel-strapped in bundles of up to 1,000 BF. Bundles are forklift-compatible (4-way entry) and sized for standard pallet racks.
Edge-Wrap with Cardboard Corner Protectors
S4S and finish-grade materialEach bundle receives corrugate edge-wrapping on all four sides plus heavy-duty corner protectors. Protects surfaced faces from strap damage and contact abrasion during transit.
Shrink-Wrapped Pallet
Flooring, paneling, and short stock on box truck or LTL freightMaterial is stacked on standard 48"x40" pallets, stretch-wrapped, and banded. Pallet weight capped at 2,500 lbs for standard fork capacity. Moisture-barrier wrap applied for outdoor storage or long-distance freight.
Crated Timber Package
Live-edge slabs and irreplaceable architectural piecesHeavy timbers and slabs are secured inside custom lumber crates built from scrap material. Foam padding isolates edges. Crates are labeled with handling instructions and center-of-gravity markings.
Loose Stack (Will-Call Pickup)
Customer-arranged pickup at our Commerce facilityCustomers loading their own vehicles receive material loose-stacked on the ground or on a pallet for forklift loading. Stickering and strapping are available at customer request for a nominal fee.
Insurance & Liability
Every shipment we handle is covered. Here is what our insurance structure looks like.
Cargo Insurance
All own-fleet deliveries carry $500,000 per-occurrence cargo insurance covering loss, theft, and physical damage during transit. Declared value coverage extensions available for high-value loads on request.
Commercial Auto Liability
$1,000,000 per-occurrence commercial auto liability. Certificates of insurance available for general contractors, lenders, and project owners requiring evidence of coverage.
General Liability
$2,000,000 general liability coverage for loading, offloading, and on-site placement activities. Our crew is covered while working on your property or jobsite.
Workers’ Compensation
All drivers and loading crew are covered by California-compliant workers’ compensation insurance. No subcontractors or day laborers are used for our delivery operations.
Freight Carrier Liability
For third-party freight shipments, standard carrier liability applies (typically $0.10–$0.50/lb). We strongly recommend purchasing declared-value coverage, which we can arrange through our freight partners.
Claims Process
Damage claims must be noted on the delivery receipt at time of delivery and submitted in writing within 5 business days. We target 10-business-day resolution. Photo documentation requested.
Freight Classification Reference
LTL (less-than-truckload) freight is rated by NMFC freight class, which is determined primarily by density (lbs per cubic foot). Knowing your material’s freight class helps you understand carrier quotes and avoid reclassification charges. We handle all NMFC classification for shipments we book.
| Material Description | Typical NMFC Class | Density Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard dimensional lumber, rough-sawn beams | Class 55–60 | 30–50 lbs/cu ft | Most common for structural reclaimed material |
| Hardwood flooring, tongue-and-groove paneling | Class 60–70 | 20–35 lbs/cu ft | Higher class due to palletized configuration |
| Live-edge slabs (crated) | Class 85–100 | 8–20 lbs/cu ft | Crate volume penalizes density calculation |
| Custom molding and profile stock | Class 70–85 | 12–25 lbs/cu ft | Profile complexity affects stacking density |
Service Areas
Weekly Scheduled Routes
- • Los Angeles Metro (all areas)
- • Orange County
- • San Diego County
- • Inland Empire (San Bernardino / Riverside)
- • Ventura County
- • Santa Barbara County
- • Kern County (Bakersfield area)
On-Demand & Freight
- • San Francisco Bay Area
- • Sacramento Valley
- • Central California (Fresno, Visalia)
- • Oregon (Portland, Eugene, Medford)
- • Nevada (Las Vegas, Reno, Henderson)
- • Arizona (Phoenix, Tucson, Flagstaff)
- • Nationwide via LTL / FTL freight partners
Not sure if your location is on a scheduled route? Contact us with your zip code and we will confirm availability and lead time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer liftgate delivery for sites without a forklift?
Yes. We can dispatch box trucks with liftgates for smaller orders and residential or tight-access sites.
How far in advance should I schedule delivery?
For LA Metro routes, schedule 2–3 business days ahead. For out-of-area freight, allow 5–10 business days depending on distance.
Can you provide proof of insurance for my jobsite?
Yes. Project-specific certificates of insurance are available upon request before delivery.
Do you palletize or bundle the material?
We bundle or palletize based on product type, weight, and unloading method to keep offloading safe and efficient.
Can you coordinate deliveries with building access windows?
We routinely book narrow delivery windows to align with dock hours, permits, or street closures—share constraints when booking.