Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Custom Lumber Solutions Since 1950
Established in 1950, Fritch Mill has built a reputation for producing high-quality lumber from Douglas Fir, Hemlock, and Western Red Cedar. Our facility combines efficiency with flexibility, enabling us to deliver a broad range of products tailored to exact specifications, including hard-to-find cuttings and full or standard sawn rough lumber. We specialize in surfacing sizes up to 8x16 and offer custom sawing, planing, and unit sawing services to meet diverse industry needs.As a long-standing member of the Pacific Lumber Inspection Bureau (PLIB), we maintain rigorous quality standards with two certified graders on staff. Our commitment to excellence extends to specialized services like anti-stain treating, container loading, and FSC-certified lumber production, with annual output exceeding 12 million board feet. Through decades of innovation, including rebuilding after a 1996 fire, we continue to serve clients with precision and reliability.
Services
Custom Sawing
Planing
Unit Sawing
Container Loading
Anti-Stain Treating
Re-Sawing
Sort & Grade
Custom Drying
Rail Shipping
FSC-Certified Lumber
Details
- Year established: 1950
Highlights and features
- We offer 75+ years of specialized expertise in precision lumber manufacturing.
- Our facility handles custom sawing orders from 50,000 board feet minimum.
- Two PLIB-certified graders ensure consistent quality control standards.
- We produce over 12 million board feet annually, including FSC-certified wood.
- Advanced drying and shipping capabilities support nationwide distribution.
Associations and certifications
- Pacific Lumber Inspection Bureau (PLIB)
- FSC
Services
Custom Sawing
Our custom sawing service handles minimum orders of 50,000 board feet across all species. We accommodate specialized requests for unique dimensions and finishes. Advanced equipment ensures precise cuts meeting exact project requirements.
Planing
We provide planing services to achieve uniform dimensions and smooth finishes on lumber. This process enhances material consistency for structural and aesthetic applications. Available for both standard and custom-sized boards.
Container Loading
Our container loading service streamlines shipping logistics for bulk lumber orders. We coordinate efficient loading for truck, rail, or container transport. This ensures secure and timely delivery nationwide.
FSC-Certified Lumber
We produce over 1 million board feet annually of FSC-certified Douglas Fir and Hemlock. These materials meet rigorous sustainability standards for eco-conscious construction projects. Documentation available for green building certifications.
Unit Sawing
Unit sawing allows processing of large-volume orders as single production batches. This maintains consistency across materials for large-scale construction projects. Minimum order quantities apply for optimal efficiency.
People
Roy E. Fritch
Founder
Founded Fritch Mill in 1950 after WWII service. Led the company until 1976, establishing quality standards that continue today. Recognized for industry leadership and community involvement.
Billy Claphan
Log Buyer
Manages log purchasing operations with expertise in scaling and grading. Available for consultation on log specifications and payment processes. Ensures quality control at intake.
Questions
What lumber species do you specialize in?
We specialize in Douglas Fir, Hemlock, Western Red Cedar, and select hardwoods with custom milling capabilities for construction and industrial applications.
Do you accept custom lumber orders?
Yes, we handle custom sawing orders starting at 50,000 board feet with options for specialized dimensions and finishes.
What quality certifications do you hold?
We maintain membership in the Pacific Lumber Inspection Bureau and offer FSC-certified lumber for sustainable building projects.
What are your log delivery hours?
Log deliveries accepted Monday-Friday 7:00am-4:00pm. Please provide owner information at delivery for timely payment processing.
How do you handle payment for logs?
Checks processed Fridays for deliveries the previous week. Mailed if not picked up by Tuesday. Split payments available upon request.
Can you surface large dimension lumber?
Yes, we surface lumber up to 8x16 dimensions with four-side planing capabilities for structural and specialty applications.
