Went to Escondido location first and they basically told me to figure it out myself I didn't really know what I needed for a cable railing.Came here after and they actually walked me through everything and helped me figure out and how to avoid wasting cable. they were easy to deal with. this is not Home Depot, Noah and Nick are professionals. Would definitely use them again. read more

Very helpful. Has good quality materials. Someone is always around to give a hand. Would recommend to anyone

I feel compelled to write this positive review. We recently undertook a deck rebuild and bought our Trex from J&W. From the beginning, as newbie deck remodelers, Nick was super helpful when we needed guidance . We had multiple contact points throughout the project when we encountered logistical issues which Nick and Noah helped us work through at each turn. They also referred to us Ben at Zipp Construction who was amazing at finishing up the project the way it needed to be done. They also accepted our returned extra, unused Trex materials without a problem. Needless to say, J&W Lumber has our appreciation, our patronage and our recommendations to all our friends and family. Thank guys! read more

Popped in to pick up some wood for a chair, was greeted by someone who walked out to help. Quickly found the wood we needed. Great selection of redwood which I what I was there for. read more

I could see why my father chooses to come here for projects. The availability of lumber here is great. I joined my father on this shopping stop. There is parking in front and some space within the gates. We opted to parking in the back for easier loading. We were greeted by an employee as we walked around making sure we were finding everything ok. We found what we were looking for and got our order ticket and headed inside the building to pay. Inside the building you can find some supplies such as wood sealant, nuts and bolts etc.. As you near the register you will find there are markings for social distancing. All employees are wearing masks. The employee at the register was quite friendly and helpful too. I would definitely return here with or without dad. Great customer service and an abundance of lumber! read more

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Robert L was very helpful and thorough in helping us with our fence quote. He made recommendations on all the wood and hardware and sent us with all the samples we could possibly need! Very grateful! read more

I cannot say enough great things about this J&W lumber location. The staff are all so incredibly helpful, knowledgeable, considerate and kind. In our world today, it's hard to find really solid customer service, and these people never let me down. read more

LUMBER IS SUSTAINABLY SOURCED BY... ...THIS GUY: "I'm a lumberjack and I'm OK I sleep all night, I work all day" CHOIR: "He's a lumberjack and he's OK He sleeps all night and works all day" THIS GUY: "I cut down trees, I eat my lunch And admire my large biceps On Wednesdays I go shopping And have buttered scones for tea" CHOIR: "He cuts down trees, he eats his lunch He admires his large biceps On Wednesday he goes shopping And has buttered scones for tea He's a lumberjack and he's OK He sleeps all night and works all day" TG: "I cut down trees, I skip and jump I like to press wild flowers I put on women's clothing And hang around in bars" CHOIR: "He cuts down trees, he skips and jumps He likes to press wild flowers He puts on women's clothing And hangs around in bars...? He's a lumberjack and he's OK He sleeps all night and works all day" TG: "I cut down trees, I wear high heels Suspenders and a bra I wish I were a girlie Just like my ol' pa-pa" CHOIR: "He cuts down trees, he wears high heels Suspenders and a bra?!?" {* uncomfortably questions their wokeness *} Pro tip: during this time of shortages, J&W Lumber are holding their own as far as supply and price. Large selection of rough and smooth redwood. Cedar is also well-stocked. Recently used their pressure-treated wood for an outdoor project. The lumber supply at Lowes and Home Depot has been scarce and disappointing. read more

I can see why this place has received so many positive reviews. My experience is no different. From the moment I walked in the door, their focus on serving and helping the customer, is clearly evident. The choices they offer and the free education, as well as helping you obtain all you need for your project was great. I found my new lumber "go to" and it is J&W. read more

This place was great! I'm a licensed contractor, but my speciality is hardscape/masonry. I took on a job requiring some speciality hardwood decking (ipe wood) and got referred here by a landscape architect buddy. J&W didn't disappoint. Noah helped me and answered all my questions and got me the right product super easy. To me, it was like speaking a different language discussing wood/lumber materials versus concrete and block, but these guys were pros and made it easy. I was in and out in 20 minutes and got to select the 6 specific deck boards I needed. Makes me want to do more projects with these materials knowing that I can rely on in-house expertise. read more

Great service and quality wood. Robert gave some expert advice on bench design using trex material. I bought some rough cut red wood as well. They also gave me tons of sample trex material to get approved by my wife. ;) I've already been here multiple times to build planter boxes. Always good. Great prices and people! read more

J&W Lumber - Fences & Gates Near Me - San Marcos, California

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Great selection of rough and smooth finish, hard, soft, composite, and pressure treated wood. I frequent regularly for redwood and Mangaris Red. Like any yard take the time to ensure your boards are true. I found width can vary ~1/8" in the hardwood. Staff are helpful, knowledgeable and kind. read more

The pleasure of meeting Jacob today on my spontaneous visit here. Whoever did the hiring did a fantastic job picking him! Despite being busy, he stopped to help me with my rather unique situation. He was really patient and helpful and really made a good first impression with great service And advice. read more

J&W Lumber in San Marcos is the best! Nick is the main guy that was helping me, and you can tell he truly cares about his job and has outstanding customer service. I went in later in the day to select some clear cedar boards for a horizontal privacy fence/screen. Nick took the time to go through each board with me to make sure they were straight and in perfect condition. He didn't make me feel rushed at all, and I am truly impressed by his attention to detail! Millwork is typically something that can take up to a few days, but after telling him I really wanted to get started on my project over the weekend he cut them to size on the spot. While Nick was cutting the boards, Noah checked in with me to see if I needed help with anything else and also had great customer service skills! I would highly recommend coming to the J&W San Marcos location, and will definitely be back. read more

This team helped me match my 1960s custom siding that needed to be replaced during an electrical panel upgrade. I was not expecting to have to replace this siding, but they matched my pieces perfectly in less than a week and we were back up and running in no time for a reasonable price and with great customer service and communication. read more

J&W Lumber - Completed - Fences & Gates Near Me - San Marcos, California

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J&W Lumber does a great job overall. I would highly recommend them for your next significant building materials purchase. I first consulted with wood guru Michael Callahan in San Marcos initially to discuss my project after we had our house painted. Michael is a veteran wood guy. He directed me to Robert Lockhart at the San Marcos yard. Robert hooked me up with a great material calked Alumiwood for topping off my patio cover. I will never have to paint again. Robert took his time with me carefully explaining features and things to look out for. Very helpful to have someone like Robert show me the proper hardware to use as well. My carpenter Jeff Haag made many trips over to JW as our project evolved to include an IPE Brazilian hardwood wall with redwood to enclose and embellish my front porch with an arch also. Again Robert flipped boards with us and made sure we were happy with our purchase. He helped us pick out some awesome hardware for the pillars and fence also. Robert also had discussions with me about the Penofin oil product that we put on the wood along with warnings about do'd and don't when using this highly flammable product. There were a few returns we had to do and no issues with that. I have bumped into Robert and we are still talking about this job. Just a real good buying experience with J&W Lumber in San Marcos. See you in the lineup Robert! read more

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San Marcos store is the BEST store of all of them. Stay away from the Escondildo store. They have a bad apple employee working for them. What a difference in customer service from the San Marcos store. Way to go Robert!! read more

I walked into this business with nothing but a photo to base my project off of. As soon as I walked in, I was welcomed and helped immediately by Noah. Not only was he patient with trying to figure out what I was looking for but he took the time to explain all of my options and how to get the look of a fence I was looking for. Everything felt comfortable and you can tell these guys all get along great. (Nothing more awkward than walking into a business and feeling the tension between employees). I highly recommend this business just from my initial visit, simply for the high level of patience and customer service! Thanks again for your help Noah! read more

Lemme start by saying that I've been doing construction since I was a boy and took over my company when I was 32 and I'm now 46. Most of what I know is construction based. High end residential. I've been to every type of home improvement place and lumber yard under the sun but never had I had the customer service that I had at J@W today. The manager Robert was so helpful and on point. I ended up going back for another truckload and at one point or another every single employee came to try and help me. These guys are doing it right. I'd hire any one of them to work for me anytime. Truly a great experience!! I never write reviews but I had to take a minute to let these guys know that they have a customer for life!! Thanks Charlie read more

I have a deck that was built at my house all through the helping hands and direction of the sales team to the yard staff at this location. Nick, Wes, Noah, Max, and the rest of the crew were and still are so helpful and friendly. Give this store a visit for products and or advice on fencing, decks, and many more wood projects around the house if your a homeowner. read more

Such amazing service and reps! I was working on a shed foundation and worked with 'Jake' who helped me figure out the entire project's needs with what types of lumber and hardware. He was knowledgeable helpful and extremely patient. They were easy to work with and happy to offer advise where needed. I would recommend going to J&W lumber for all your lumber project needs. Thanks again Jake! read more

This is the definitive family-owned, full service lumber yard! They have been in San Diego for several generations with knowledgeable and helpful staff who are happy to assist with virtually all of your questions and lumber-related plans. It doesn't matter whether you're a contractor or a DIY homeowner like me, you'll get taken care of nicely. I first did business with them 35 years ago at their original location in El Cajon. Now, I visit the San Marcos yard where manager Robert, Joe, Noah, Jesus and his entire crew are there and eager to help you. Every time, I've received quality products, sound advice and terrific service. read more

Great experts. Good supply. Good prices. Very ethical. Helped with our design and calculations. Great results.

I had a small thing that I needed some help with, and after going to many different stores to no avail, I went to J&W Lumber. The very nice man at the front counter was able to do exactly what I needed, and didn't request any payment in return. It wasn't something that they were going to make any money on, but he was courteous and helped me with what I needed, even though he wasn't completely sure if it would turn out right. This is what differentiates a truly excellent business from a merely average one. I will be sure to bring my business to J&W Lumber if I ever have any lumber-related needs in the future. Thank you very much! read more

Bought lumber at the Chula Vista store. The delivery came today but no one was home and our gate was left closed by mistake. When I got the message and headed home, the delivery truck had unloaded and was leaving. I waived down the driver Tim, and he was kind enough to stop and help me place the lumber on to my driveway. J.W. should consider themselves lucky to have Tim as an employee. Thanks for the great service read more

Super helpful. And they know their stuff. Great prices...& as I've done my homework, they beat every other supplier in north county for brown-tone & composite decking. read more

I drove a long way to get a look at their lumber, very impressive to say the least. When they say they have what you need for your "decking project" they're not kidding. Excellent redwood selection, all sizes and excellent quality. Cedar, yep they've got it, even Alaskan Yellow Cedar! Not many places carry any of that in So. Cal. It was exactly what I'd been searching for! The young man that assisted me was great, we looked through several pieces, he rejected many feeling they weren't good enough for what I was building. I appreciated his efforts to get me the best possible lumber. Staff in the office were also great, good attitude and friendly. I'll be back, just to look at their terrific inventory if nothing else--quality lumber is getting rare IMO. read more

Excellent local business. Employees are helpful and knowledgeable, the lumber yard is perfectly organized and very well kept. It's a pleasure to shop here after fighting with big box hardware stores the rest of the day. Highly recommended! read more

A real Lumber yard and also a great local Business, support your Locals, they have better quality and prices than the box store "lumber yards" (lowes, Home Depot) read more

Unbelievable service and great quality lumber. This company is s class act. They gave us water and donuts too!! Don't bother with HOME DEPOT or LOWE's! Their prices are about the same anyway. read more

Our company often goes to J &W when we are working on a job in the San Marcos area. They have been remarkably helpful and attentive to our needs. Their staff has gone out of its way to help us hand pick pieces of lumber that will work for our specific purposes. I can not recommend J & W enough--great products, great people! read more

We recently decided to add a deck to our backyard. Neither one of us had experienced or had any knowledge on material choices especially Trex. Rick, a fairly new employee, went out of his way to help us understand Trex and its quality and uses. All materials were delivered in a timely manner. We would defiantly use and recommend J&W Lumber to all family and friends. On a side note, Nails by Bill (owner Bill Reilly) referred us to J&W Lumber. Bill Reilly was the contractor that built the deck. He came in under budget and on time with quality results. Normally we have chosen larger companies such as Lowes and Home Depot for contracting needs. Bill Reilly recommended J&W Lumber and told us the we would not be disappointed. J&W Lumber had the knowledge and quality materials that we were looking for and Bill Reilly is a man of his word and did an amazing job on our deck. Excellent job by both parties! read more

I needed 1x4x8 redwood boards but I could not find them at Home Depot, my go-to place. I Googled lumber and found this well-stocked lumberyard, which also passed the Better Business Bureau test and has a high Yelp rating. The young counter clerk was friendly and helpful, touring the yard and showing me both rough cut and smooth cut 1x4x8, which I didn't know existed. After the clerk offered recommendations and I chose two boards, the young man carried the boards, which wasn't really necessary. Needing one more item, I asked the clerk for something to stalk a drooping and young Plumeria tree, which was actually more a nursery question. We continued touring the yard, looking at possible material, while the young man carried the two long boards without complaining. With his advice, we settled on 1 3/8 x 1 3/8 x 6 redwood, which he also carried. The prices are reasonable. Overall, I'm very surprised by the young man's advice and help at this small business, disappearing qualities, in a world of expanding fast-paced and unfriendly big box stores. read more