Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Building Materials Supplier in Charleston, SC
Buck Lumber has been a cornerstone of the Charleston community for nearly five decades, established in 1975 by Margaret and Eddie Buck. As a family-owned and operated business, we specialize in providing premium building materials, including southern yellow pine, cypress, and fir, alongside comprehensive services tailored for builders, architects, and homeowners. Our 6,000-square-foot Design Center, the only one of its kind in Charleston, allows clients to visualize interior and exterior design options firsthand. With a fleet for prompt delivery, in-house technical experts, and a credit department, we ensure efficiency from estimation to project completion.Our value-driven approach emphasizes competitive pricing, technical expertise, product quality, and local ownership, fostering relationships that extend beyond transactions. Over 30 team members, many with decades of combined experience, uphold our commitment to community and service. We operate from a sprawling 5-acre facility while maintaining the personalized touch of a family business. Our history includes resilience through challenges like Hurricane Hugo in 1989, which led to the creation of our iconic Lumber Dome. Today, we remain dedicated to supporting the Charleston economy and delivering solutions that save clients time, money, and effort.
Services
Building Materials Supply
Design Center Consultations
On-Site Delivery
Estimating Services
Product Warranties
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of family-owned expertise in building materials.
- Our 6,000 sq ft Design Center showcases real product samples for informed decisions.
- In-house experts with 300+ combined years of experience ensure technical precision.
- We guarantee prompt delivery with a dedicated fleet and real-time updates.
- Local ownership ensures immediate problem resolution and community-focused service.
Services
Building Materials Supply
We supply high-grade lumber, including southern yellow pine, cypress, and fir, alongside specialty structural components. Our inventory ensures builders and homeowners access premium materials for new construction or renovations. With relationships with top manufacturers, we deliver quality products at competitive prices.
Design Center Consultations
Our 6,000-square-foot Design Center offers hands-on visualization of windows, doors, millwork, and more. Clients collaborate with sales specialists to explore design options and make informed decisions. The space also includes a conference room for private meetings with builders or architects.
On-Site Delivery
We guarantee timely delivery of materials using a dedicated fleet and experienced team. Real-time email updates track delivery status, ensuring project timelines stay on schedule. Our logistics support loads of all sizes, from small remodels to large-scale developments.
Estimating Services
Our trained sales representatives provide detailed material estimates based on blueprints, meeting budget specifications. This service ensures accurate cost projections and minimizes waste, supporting efficient project planning for builders and homeowners.
Product Warranties
We facilitate manufacturer warranties for all products and offer out-of-warranty services for doors and windows. Our in-house team simplifies claims and repairs, ensuring long-term client satisfaction and product reliability.
Questions
What services does Buck Lumber offer?
We provide building materials supply, design center consultations, on-site delivery, estimating services, and warranty support for homeowners and builders.
Do you have a physical location to view products?
Yes! Our 6,000-square-foot Design Center in Charleston showcases windows, doors, millwork, and other materials for hands-on decision-making.
How does Buck Lumber handle delivery?
We guarantee timely delivery with a dedicated fleet and real-time email updates to track your order’s progress.
Are your prices competitive?
Yes. Our long-standing vendor relationships allow us to offer premium products at competitive prices without compromising quality.
Is Buck Lumber locally owned?
Yes. We’ve been family-owned since 1975, with a focus on supporting the Charleston economy and providing personalized service.
Reviews (6)
Drew Longshore
Dec 05, 2021
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Replacement front door. Mick Brandish guided me throughout the process start to finish, fielding any question I had, and taking time out of his busy day to meet in person. He was extremely professional and polite. Extremely happy with the final result. Highly recommended.
Chris Farrell
Jun 23, 2021
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I purchased $2,153.53 worth of materials. Unfortunately I had to cancel the order the next day. A month later I still had not received the refund and the branch manager told me that the materials had been delivered. I never received them and he had no way to confirm the delivery. They did not provide a refund and I had to dispute the transaction with visa. I will never order from buck again.
Clinton Brown
May 12, 2021
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Love that place got everything you need but a little high you call for what you want and pay for what you get Roger I'm out
Randy Hale
May 04, 2021
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Been trying to get a window quote for weeks. Emails not returned , phone calls not returned, promised calls back the never happen. What happened to integrity and work ethic in America ?
Jarred Howard
Mar 30, 2021
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I really do love Buck Lumber I have subbed work for them for the past 7 years but here recently I have not due to people leaving the company and pursuing other things. Everyone here is really nice but the only thing that's kind of a bummer "TODAY" is how everyone else has made things the way they are and by that I mean I haven't been into this store in a few months but I happen to ask if they had any hats. I'm sorry for that, because I could imagine what was going through that fellows head. And obviously I'm not the first person to ask because the guy that's in charge of all that well I was just
Justin Shepherd
Dec 19, 2020
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Always treated like Im more of a bother than a customer. They cater toward the big builders, so you are good if you plan on spending a couple mil a year there. Otherwise just go somewhere else.