Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Quality Lumber in Virginia
Since 1946, Ball Lumber has been a family-owned business dedicated to delivering high-quality lumber products. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our certified grading system, custom-order capabilities, and innovative kiln-drying process at 200 degrees for 34 hours. With 120 acres of operations in Millers Tavern, Virginia, we strategically serve the East Coast, Midwest, and international markets. Our team of 75 employees, including three generations of the Ball family, ensures personalized service while maintaining industry-leading standards. We specialize in tailored lumber solutions beyond standard dimensions, meeting precise customer needs.Our strategic location enables efficient shipping to major East Coast ports and European destinations. With over 70 years of experience, we combine tradition with modern techniques to provide structurally sound and aesthetically pleasing products. Our reputation for reliability spans six decades, serving pallet manufacturers, building material suppliers, and commercial wood treaters. Every product we produce carries our seal of certification, guaranteeing quality and customer satisfaction.
Services
Standard Lumber
Custom Cutting
Kiln-Dried Wood
Export Services
Specialty Lumber
Pallet Materials
Building Supplies
Commercial Wood
Residential Lumber
Bulk Orders
Details
- Year established: 1946
Highlights and features
- Family-owned operation with three generations of expertise since 1946
- Custom cutting capabilities for non-standard lumber requirements
- Certified quality grading on all lumber products
- Strategic Virginia location enabling efficient East Coast and Midwest delivery
- Kiln-drying process ensures durable, market-ready lumber
Services
Standard Lumber
We provide comprehensive standard lumber sizes from 14 to 66, meeting common construction requirements. Our inventory includes graded and certified materials suitable for structural applications. This service supports building material suppliers and commercial contractors needing reliable dimensional lumber.
Custom Cutting
Our custom cutting service fulfills unique lumber specifications that standard mills cannot accommodate. We precision-cut lengths and dimensions to exact customer requirements, serving specialized manufacturing and construction projects requiring non-standard wood components.
Kiln-Dried Wood
Our kiln-drying process at 200 degrees for 34 hours ensures optimal moisture control. This treatment enhances wood stability and durability while maintaining appearance standards. The sawdust-fueled system provides environmentally responsible processing for market-ready lumber products.
Export Services
We containerize lumber for international delivery, serving European markets and coastal ports. Our strategic Virginia location enables efficient transport to Norfolk port, supporting global supply chain requirements for custom and standard lumber products.
Specialty Lumber
Beyond commodity lumber, we create specialized wood products for specific applications. This includes clear-sided boards, graded materials, and stamped-certified products tailored for pallet manufacturing, preservative treatment, and architectural woodworking projects.
Questions
What lumber sizes do you offer?
We stock standard sizes from 1×4 to 6×6 and provide custom cutting for non-standard dimensions.
Do you handle international orders?
Yes, we containerize lumber for European markets and coastal port deliveries.
How is lumber quality ensured?
All products undergo grading and receive our quality certification stamp.
What makes your lumber different?
We specialize in custom orders rather than standard commodity lumber production.
How long have you been in business?
Family-owned since 1946, with three generations of operational experience.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve East Coast and Midwest markets from our Virginia facility.