Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for High-Quality Wood Products
Zosel Lumber is a family-owned sawmill dedicated to transforming locally sourced timber into high-quality building materials. Established with a commitment to craftsmanship and sustainability, we specialize in producing standard and specialty wood products from Fir, Pine, and White woods. Our sawmill and planing mill create kiln-dried one-inch boards, two-inch dimension lumber, and custom solutions tailored to client needs. With over 70 years of continuous operation, we combine traditional expertise with modern techniques to deliver durable, versatile wood products for construction and industrial applications.Our team prioritizes responsible forestry practices, ensuring the longevity of natural resources while meeting market demands. As a trusted regional supplier, we serve wholesale customers through efficient rail and truck distribution networks. Our dedication to quality control and customer satisfaction has solidified our reputation as a reliable partner in the lumber industry.
Services
Sawmill operations
Planing mill services
Wood chip production
Custom lumber cuts
Engineering consulting
Details
- Year established: 1953
Highlights and features
- Family-owned sawmill with 70+ years of continuous operation
- Specialize in kiln-dried lumber from sustainably harvested local timber
- Offer custom wood solutions for unique construction requirements
- Maintain strict quality control throughout production process
- Provide efficient wholesale distribution via rail and truck
Services
Sawmill operations
Our sawmill processes locally sourced timber into standard and specialty lumber products. Using advanced cutting techniques, we produce dimension lumber and custom cuts from Fir, Pine, and White woods. The operation maintains strict quality control to ensure consistent product specifications and durability for construction applications.
Planing mill services
The planing mill specializes in surfacing rough lumber to precise dimensions and smooth finishes. We process one-inch boards and two-inch dimension lumber, ensuring uniform thickness and quality surfaces for woodworking and construction projects requiring premium finished wood materials.
Wood chip production
Our wood chip operation converts pulp logs into industrial wood chips for paper production. This service helps landowners manage forest resources sustainably while providing raw materials for the pulp and paper industry through efficient whole-log chipping processes.
Custom lumber cuts
We offer custom cutting services for unique wood product requirements. This includes specialized dimensions, surfacing options, and tailored wood selections to meet specific project needs for construction, woodworking, and industrial applications.
Engineering consulting
Partner engineering services provide structural design and consultation for timber frame construction. We offer specialized expertise in utilizing our lumber products for building frameworks, ensuring structural integrity and optimal material usage for residential and commercial projects.
People
Dalene Nigg
Sawmill Office Manager
Manages daily office operations and coordinates logistics for Zosel Lumber's production and distribution activities.
John Zosel
Partner
Oversees log purchasing, wood chip operations, and mill operations management as a key partner in the business.
Howard Zosel
Partner
Handles sales operations and business development while providing engineering expertise through Zs Engineering.
Questions
What types of wood products do you manufacture?
We produce kiln-dried one-inch boards, two-inch dimension lumber, and specialty products from Fir, Pine, and White woods.
Do you offer custom wood cutting services?
Yes, we provide custom cutting and surfacing services for specialized lumber requirements and large-volume orders.
How long has Zosel Lumber been in business?
Our family-owned sawmill has operated continuously since 1953, serving the Oroville region and beyond.
What additional services do you provide?
We offer wood chip production for land clearing and engineering consulting for timber frame construction projects.
How are your products distributed?
Products ship wholesale via rail cars and trucks to customers throughout the Pacific Northwest region.
