Business Details
30 Years
experience
Your Trusted Building Materials Supplier in Fairfield, AL
Since 1996, Southwood Forest Products has been dedicated to building lasting relationships with customers and vendors through exceptional service and quality building materials. As one of the largest wholesale distributors in the Southeast, we leverage over 100 years of combined industry experience to meet unique customer needs nationwide. Our partnerships with top North American manufacturers ensure competitive pricing and timely delivery of products like OSB, SPF Lumber, and Southern Yellow Pine Plywood.We maintain a supportive work environment that values employees, vendors, and customers equally, while operating a strategically located distribution center in Alabama for efficient service across seven states.
Services
Oriented Strand Board
SPF Lumber
Southern Yellow Pine
SYP Plywood
Distribution Yard
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 years of combined experience in the building materials industry.
- Our nationwide distribution network serves customers in seven Southern states.
- We maintain direct partnerships with top North American manufacturers for reliable supply.
- Our team provides personalized service with prompt truck and rail delivery options.
- We've maintained long-term relationships with the same vendors and customers since 1996.
What people say
Great partner for business success
Competitive pricing and service
Prompt and professional assistance
Extensive product line available
Timely shipping solutions
Services
Oriented Strand Board
As a top U.S. distributor of OSB, we ensure quality products through partnerships with leading manufacturers. Our inventory guarantees timely deliveries and competitive pricing for construction professionals nationwide. With decades of industry experience, we provide reliable supply chain solutions for residential and commercial projects.
SPF Lumber
Our SPF Lumber division offers comprehensive market insights and up-to-date pricing for construction applications. We maintain diverse product grades with efficient truck and railcar shipping options. Our expertise ensures consistent supply for structural framing and industrial projects across multiple states.
Southern Yellow Pine
With unmatched expertise in Southern Yellow Pine, we connect customers with quality products through strategic mill partnerships. Our team delivers efficient solutions for structural applications, including dimensional lumber and heavy timbers. Decades of industry experience ensure reliable supply chain management for commercial construction needs.
SYP Plywood
Our SYP Plywood department offers flexible weekly contracts with mixed product shipments. We stock multiple grades including CDX, ACX, and concrete formwork. With 1-truck minimum orders, we provide cost-effective delivery solutions for residential and commercial construction projects nationwide.
Distribution Yard
Located a quarter-mile from Interstate 20/59 in Alabama, our distribution center enables rapid truck service across seven states. The facility handles rail deliveries via BHRR connections to major carriers. We maintain immediate inventory access for OSB, lumber, and specialty products, ensuring efficient order fulfillment for time-sensitive projects.
People
Jay Crabtree
Founder
Jay Crabtree established Southwood Forest Products in 1996, building on decades of industry experience. He maintains direct relationships with long-term customers and vendors, focusing on personalized service and business growth. His leadership emphasizes quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction.
Questions
What building materials does Southwood Forest Products specialize in?
We specialize in Oriented Strand Board (OSB), SPF Lumber, Southern Yellow Pine (SYP) Lumber, and SYP Plywood, including specialty products like concrete formwork and underlayments.
Which states do you serve?
We serve customers in Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, Tennessee, South Carolina, Louisiana, and Florida through our Alabama distribution center and direct manufacturer shipments.
How long has Southwood been in business?
Southwood Forest Products has operated since 1996, maintaining many original customer and vendor relationships throughout our growth.
What delivery options are available?
We offer prompt truck service within seven Southern states and rail delivery via BHRR connections to major carriers for nationwide shipments.
Can I get mixed product shipments?
Yes, our SYP Plywood department allows mixing up to five different items on a single truckload for efficient order fulfillment.
