Lumber That Fits How You Ship Today

If you are sourcing lumber for pallets or crates, the material matters more than most people realize. The wrong lumber can drive up freight costs, increase damage, or lead to overbuilt solutions that add unnecessary weight and expense.

Pallet Pro supplies lumber for pallet and crating applications and works with shippers who build pallets or crates in-house as part of their operation. Whether supporting ongoing production, custom programs, or evolving shipping requirements, we help match lumber to how products are actually handled, shipped, and stored.

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Local Supply Improves Speed and Consistency

We source lumber locally whenever possible. This allows us to respond quickly and maintain consistency, even when broader lumber markets experience volatility.

Local sourcing helps:

  • Local lumber access allows us to move faster when customers need material. Whether it’s a planned order or a last-minute request, shorter supply chains reduce waiting time and help keep production and shipping schedules on track.

  • When lumber markets tighten or imports are delayed, locally sourced material helps maintain availability. This reduces the risk of paused production, missed shipments, or scrambling for substitute materials.

  • Relying less on imported lumber limits exposure to tariffs, port congestion, and international shipping delays. Local sourcing creates more predictable supply and fewer external variables impacting delivery timelines.

  • Working with regional suppliers allows for better quality control and more consistent material. Customers receive lumber that performs the same way from order to order, reducing variability in pallet and crate builds.

For shippers relying on lumber or pallets to keep operations moving, local access reduces uncertainty and delays.

Material Options Matched to Real-World Use

Not all pallets or crates require the same lumber. Different products, handling methods, and shipping environments place different demands on the material.

We offer a range of lumber options so selection can be matched to:

  • Product Weight and Fragility

  • Forklift, pallet jack, or conveyor handling

  • Shipping distance and mode

  • Storage conditions

  • Export or domestic requirements

This flexibility supports both fully outsourced pallet programs and customers who prefer to build or modify pallets and crates in-house.

On-Site Evaluation and Practical Recommendations

We do not rely on assumptions.

Our team can visit customer locations to:

  • Review existing pallets, crates, and lumber

  • Understand the product being shipped

  • Observe handling, storage, and loading conditions

  • Identify sources of damage or inefficiency

  • Recommend lumber or construction adjustments

This hands-on approach allows recommendations to be based on real operating conditions, not generic specs.

  • “Excellent service. Very responsive team and great quality.”

    -Nestor P.

  • “Very professional with competitive pricing. Highly recommend.”

    —Javier S.

  • “Competitively priced pallets that arrive in good quality.”

    —Matthew A.

  • “Custom pallets delivered quickly, reliably, and exactly as specified.”

    —Ermindo B.

  • “Saved me money and delivered better pallets than expected. Highly recommend.”

    —Stephanie G.

  • “Great pricing, great pallet quality, and always delivered on the requested date.”

    —Dan D.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Pallet grade lumber is selected for strength and function, not appearance. It may have knots, wane, or color variation, but it is structurally sound and well-suited for pallets, crates, and industrial shipping applications.

  • Both. We supply lumber by the board foot and also support finished pallet and crating solutions. We work with customers who outsource everything as well as those who build in-house.

  • Yes. We regularly supply lumber to shippers who build pallets or crates internally, including for custom designs and one-off shipments.

  • It depends on how the pallet or crate is used.

    Hardwoods are typically used for higher-capacity or reusable pallets.
    Softwoods are often used for lighter, one-way shipments or applications where weight matters.

    We help customers select the right option based on load, handling, and shipping conditions.

Let’s Talk Through Your Lumber Needs

If you have questions about lumber availability, custom applications, or whether your current pallet or crate material still makes sense, we are happy to talk it through.

Reach out to discuss lumber options, one-off builds, or to request a site review.