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Pricing Guide

We believe in straightforward pricing. Below you'll find current ranges for our reclaimed and new lumber, milling services, and delivery. Every project is unique — contact us for a precise quote.

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Our Approach to Pricing

Reclaimed lumber pricing is inherently different from new lumber pricing. There is no commodity exchange setting daily rates for salvaged heart pine. Instead, pricing reflects the labor intensity of salvage and processing, the rarity and desirability of the species, the grade and condition of the stock, and the degree of milling required.

We publish these ranges so you can budget with confidence before you even pick up the phone. Our actual quotes are based on the specific material you need, the quantity, and the processing involved. We never pad quotes with ambiguous line items, and we honor every written estimate for 30 days.

Important: All prices below are estimates as of early 2026 and are subject to change based on availability, market conditions, and project specifics. Contact us for a current, binding quote for your project.

Reclaimed Lumber by Species

Prices are per board foot (BF) for rough-sawn stock. Milling, surfacing, and profiling are additional — see the custom milling table below.

Species	Select Grade	#1 Grade	#2 Grade	Economy / Rustic
Heart Pine	$8.50 – $12.00	$6.00 – $8.50	$4.50 – $6.00	$2.75 – $4.50
White Oak	$7.00 – $10.00	$5.50 – $7.00	$4.00 – $5.50	$2.50 – $4.00
American Chestnut	$12.00 – $18.00	$9.00 – $12.00	$6.50 – $9.00	$4.00 – $6.50
Douglas Fir	$5.50 – $8.00	$4.00 – $5.50	$3.00 – $4.00	$2.00 – $3.00
Barn Wood (Mixed Species)	$6.00 – $9.00	$4.00 – $6.00	$2.50 – $4.00	$1.50 – $2.50

Grading note:We grade conservatively following NHLA guidelines adapted for reclaimed stock. Select grade is clear, kiln-ready material with minimal defects. #1 grade allows minor character marks and small tight knots. #2 grade includes moderate character, nail holes, and surface checking. Economy/rustic grade has heavy patina, open knots, and visible wear — ideal for accent walls and decorative applications where character is the point.

New Lumber by Type

We stock new lumber for framing, sheathing, and applications where reclaimed stock is not suitable. Prices are competitive with regional big-box retailers, with the advantage of expert advice and hand-selected stock.

Category	Common Sizes	Price Range	Unit
Dimensional Softwood (SPF/SYP)	2x4 through 2x12, 8'–16'	$0.60 – $1.40	per linear foot
Plywood (CDX, Sanded, Baltic Birch)	4x8 sheets, 1/4"–3/4"	$32.00 – $85.00	per sheet
New Hardwood (Oak, Maple, Poplar)	4/4 through 8/4, random widths/lengths	$4.50 – $12.00	per board foot
Pressure-Treated (Ground Contact)	4x4, 6x6 posts; 2x6–2x12 decking/framing	$0.80 – $2.10	per linear foot

Custom Milling Services

Our in-house milling operation transforms rough stock into finished product. Services can be applied to our reclaimed or new lumber, or to material you bring in.

Service	Description	Rate
Surface Planing (S2S or S4S)	Surfacing two or four sides to consistent thickness	$0.50 – $0.85 / BF
Resawing	Splitting thick stock into thinner boards on the bandmill	$0.75 – $1.25 / BF
Tongue & Groove (T&G)	Milling interlocking T&G profiles for flooring or paneling	$0.85 – $1.50 / BF
Kiln Drying	Reducing moisture content to 6–8% in our dehumidification kiln	$0.40 – $0.65 / BF
De-nailing & Metal Detection	Removing embedded fasteners and scanning with industrial metal detector	$0.25 – $0.50 / BF
Custom Profiling / Shaping	Custom shaper knife setup for trim, molding, or specialty profiles	$125 / hour + $1.00 / BF
Wire Brushing / Texturing	Surface texturing to highlight grain while cleaning loose material	$0.35 – $0.60 / BF

Minimum order:Most milling services require a minimum of 100 board feet per run. Custom profiling has a 2-hour minimum shop time. Kiln drying lead time is typically 2–4 weeks depending on species and initial moisture content.

Delivery Pricing by Zone

We deliver throughout the tri-state region from our Townsend Road yard in Northeast Philadelphia. Rates are based on distance and truck type required.

Zone	Coverage Area	Flatbed / Stake Body	Box Truck (26')
Zone 1	Philadelphia city limits (within 15 miles)	$85 – $125	$125 – $175
Zone 2	Near suburbs — Montgomery, Delaware, Bucks Co. (15–35 miles)	$125 – $200	$175 – $275
Zone 3	Extended region — Chester Co., South Jersey, Wilmington (35–60 miles)	$200 – $325	$275 – $425
Zone 4	Lancaster, Princeton, Cape May, Poconos (60–120 miles)	$325 – $500	$425 – $650

Free delivery:Orders over $2,500 in material value receive free Zone 1 delivery. Orders over $5,000 receive free Zone 1–2 delivery. Forklift off-load is available for an additional $75 if your site lacks equipment. We do not charge fuel surcharges.

What Affects Pricing

Understanding these five factors will help you budget accurately and make informed decisions about material selection for your project.

Species & Rarity

American chestnut, for example, commands a premium because the species was functionally eliminated by blight over a century ago. The only source is reclaimed stock, and supply is finite and shrinking. Common species like Douglas fir and poplar are more affordable because salvage sources remain abundant.

Grade & Condition

Select-grade reclaimed boards — free of major defects, consistent color, minimal nail holes — represent a small fraction of any salvage haul. Lower grades are more plentiful and significantly less expensive, but they carry more character marks and require more culling during installation.

Quantity

Larger orders benefit from economies of scale in processing and handling. We offer volume discounts starting at 500 board feet, with deeper breaks at 1,000, 2,500, and 5,000 BF. Small orders under 100 BF may carry a minimum processing fee.

Processing Level

Rough-sawn stock straight from inventory is the least expensive option. Each additional processing step — de-nailing, planing, kiln drying, tongue-and-groove milling — adds cost. A fully finished, kiln-dried T&G floor board costs substantially more per BF than the same species sold as rough-sawn.

Availability & Timing

Reclaimed lumber is, by definition, a found material. When a large demolition yields an abundance of white oak, prices may ease. When chestnut goes months without a new source, existing stock commands a premium. Flexible project timelines allow us to source opportunistically and pass savings along.

Volume Discounts

500+ BF

Off listed per-BF rates for single-species orders of 500 board feet or more.

10%

1,000+ BF

Standard project-level discount for orders exceeding 1,000 board feet.

15%

2,500+ BF

Preferred contractor rate for large residential and commercial builds.

Custom

5,000+ BF

Project-specific pricing negotiated directly. Includes priority milling and scheduling.

Volume discounts apply to material costs only. Milling, kiln drying, and delivery are priced separately. Discounts cannot be combined with other promotions.

Reclaimed vs. New: A Cost Comparison

A common misconception is that reclaimed lumber is prohibitively expensive. In many applications, reclaimed material is cost-competitive with — or even cheaper than — comparable new hardwood. Here is a realistic comparison for a typical flooring project.

Cost Component	Reclaimed White Oak	New White Oak
Raw material (per BF, #1 grade)	$6.25	$7.50
Kiln drying	$0.50	Included
Surface planing (S4S)	$0.65	Included
Tongue & groove milling	$1.10	$1.10
De-nailing / metal scan	$0.35	N/A
Total per board foot	$8.85	$8.60

The Bottom Line

At roughly $8.85 per board foot fully processed, reclaimed white oak flooring is within 3% of new white oak — and in many cases the reclaimed stock is denser, more dimensionally stable, and visually richer due to decades of natural aging. When you factor in potential LEED credits, historic tax credit eligibility, and the marketing value of genuine reclaimed material, the effective cost of reclaimed often comes in lower than new. For species like heart pine and chestnut that are no longer commercially harvested, reclaimed is the only option at any price.

Get an Exact Quote

These ranges give you a solid starting point for budgeting. For a precise, project-specific quote including material, milling, and delivery, reach out to our team. We respond within one business day.

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Payment Terms & Methods

We keep payment straightforward. Here is a complete breakdown of accepted payment methods, terms for different customer types, and our policies on deposits and invoicing.

Accepted payment methods: Cash, check, all major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover), and ACH bank transfer. Credit card payments are processed at time of order or delivery — we do not store card information. For orders over $10,000, ACH transfer is preferred and avoids credit card processing fees.

Retail customers (walk-in and one-time orders): Payment is due at time of purchase for yard pickups, or at time of delivery for delivered orders. We do not require deposits for standard in-stock material orders. For custom milling orders exceeding $1,000, we require a 50% deposit at time of order with the balance due upon completion.

Contractor accounts (Net-30): Professional builders, general contractors, and renovation firms with established credit may qualify for Net-30 payment terms. To open a contractor account, submit a completed credit application (available at our office or by email) along with two trade references and a bank reference. Approval typically takes 3-5 business days. Net-30 accounts receive monthly statements with all invoices itemized.

Large project deposits: For orders exceeding $5,000 or requiring significant custom processing, we may request a deposit of 25-50% to secure material and schedule processing time. The deposit is applied against the final invoice. Deposits are fully refundable if we are unable to fulfill the order to specification.

Quote validity: All written quotes are valid for 30 days from the date issued. After 30 days, pricing may be adjusted based on current market conditions and inventory levels. For long-lead projects, we can lock pricing for up to 90 days with a 25% deposit.

Bulk Discount Tiers: Detailed Breakdown

Our volume pricing rewards larger orders with meaningful per-board-foot savings. Here is exactly how the tiers work with real-world pricing examples.

Order Size	Discount	Example: Heart Pine @ $9/BF	Example: White Oak @ $7/BF	Typical Customer
Under 500 BF	List price	$9.00/BF	$7.00/BF	Homeowners, small projects
500-999 BF	5% off	$8.55/BF	$6.65/BF	Kitchen renovations, accent walls
1,000-2,499 BF	10% off	$8.10/BF	$6.30/BF	Whole-room flooring, restaurant fit-outs
2,500-4,999 BF	15% off	$7.65/BF	$5.95/BF	Multi-room residential, small commercial
5,000+ BF	Custom	Negotiated	Negotiated	Hotels, large commercial, institutional

Contractor Standing Pricing

Professional contractors who place recurring orders (minimum 3 orders per quarter totaling 1,000+ BF) may qualify for standing contractor pricing. This provides the 10% tier discount on all orders regardless of individual order size — even a 200 BF order gets the 1,000+ BF rate. Standing pricing is reviewed quarterly and requires an active contractor account in good standing.

How Our Pricing Compares

Transparency is one of our core values, and that extends to pricing context. Here is how Philadelphia Lumber Co. pricing compares to other sourcing options available in the market.

vs. Big-box retailers (new lumber): Our new lumber pricing is typically 10-20% below comparable big-box retail. We achieve this by operating from our own facility (no retail floor space overhead), buying direct from mills, and maintaining lower marketing costs. Our reclaimed lumber, of course, has no big-box equivalent — they simply do not carry salvaged material.

vs. Online reclaimed lumber marketplaces: Online sellers of reclaimed wood often price 20-40% higher than local yards because they must account for freight costs, warehousing, and returns. Buying locally from us means you can inspect material before purchase, avoid shipping damage, and pick up the same day. For customers outside our delivery area, our freight-prepared shipments are still typically 10-15% below equivalent online pricing.

vs. Other local reclaimed lumber dealers: Our pricing is competitive with other reputable reclaimed dealers in the Mid-Atlantic region. Where we differentiate is in processing capability and documentation. Many smaller dealers sell rough-sawn stock only and cannot kiln-dry, mill, or grade to the standards required for commercial and institutional projects. Our in-house processing means you get a single source for material, milling, and documentation — reducing coordination overhead and eliminating the markup a third-party mill would charge.

vs. architectural salvage shops: Salvage shops and antique wood dealers often carry beautiful material but at significantly higher prices (sometimes 50-100% above wholesale yard pricing) because their overhead includes retail floor space, curation, and display. For small quantities of highly curated material, a salvage shop can be the right choice. For project-scale volumes, buying from a wholesale operation like ours is substantially more economical.

How to Estimate Your Project Cost

Use this step-by-step framework to develop a rough budget estimate before requesting a formal quote. This will help you understand how the total cost breaks down and where you have flexibility to adjust.

Step 1: Calculate board footage. Determine how many board feet your project requires. For flooring: square footage x thickness factor (0.75 for 3/4-inch material, 0.625 for 5/8-inch). For paneling: square footage x 1.0 for 3/4-inch material. For beams: calculate the volume (width x height x length in inches, divided by 144). Add your waste factor (15-25% depending on grade).

Step 2: Select species and grade. Refer to our pricing table for per-board-foot rates. Species and grade are the two biggest cost drivers. Heart pine Select is at the top of the range; mixed barn wood Economy is at the bottom. Consider whether a lower grade with more character marks is acceptable for your application — the savings can be substantial.

Step 3: Add processing costs. If you need more than rough-sawn stock, add processing: de-nailing ($0.25-0.50/BF), kiln drying ($0.50-1.00/BF), planing ($0.50-0.75/BF), and profiling such as tongue-and-groove or shiplap ($0.75-1.50/BF). Not all material needs every step — rough barn wood for an accent wall may only need de-nailing, while flooring needs the full processing suite.

Step 4: Add delivery. Check our delivery zone map and add the appropriate delivery cost. Remember that orders over $2,500 receive free Zone 1 delivery, and orders over $5,000 receive free Zone 1-2 delivery. For customer pickup at our yard, delivery cost is $0.

Step 5: Apply volume discount. If your total board footage qualifies for a volume discount tier, subtract the applicable percentage from the material cost (not from processing or delivery). The result is your estimated total project cost.

Example:800 BF of #1 grade white oak for flooring. Material: 800 x $7.00 = $5,600. Less 5% volume discount (500+ BF): -$280 = $5,320. Processing (de-nail + kiln + plane + T&G): 800 x $2.85 = $2,280. Delivery (Zone 1, free over $2,500): $0. Estimated total: $7,600 or $9.50/BF fully installed-ready.