Since 1977
About Us
R.P. Lumber Co., Inc. is a family-owned, full-service retail home center and building materials supplier. R.P. Lumber delivers its industry-leading "Best Service. Best Value." promise by offering full-service delivery, complete hardware stores, lumber, drywall, roofing, deck design, cabinet design, and much more for professional contractors and homeowners alike. R.P. Lumber has grown to a physical presence in over 90 locations throughout Illinois, Missouri, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin, South Dakota, and Indiana. The company also operates two truss manufacturing facilities and a robust ecommerce platform offering nearly 100,000 items for sale with the click of a button. R.P. Lumber was founded by Robert and Donna Plummer in 1977 in Staunton, IL and is now based in Edwardsville, IL.
Mission
Our mission is to provide our customers with the best service, the best products, and the best prices in the industry while creating employment opportunities and economic growth in the communities we serve; and to provide a safe, stable, and family-friendly home for our team members so they can plant roots, build a career, and grow with the company.
Foundational Beliefs
Faith
Company leadership strives to honor God in all our business practices and dealings.
Best Service
We are committed to delivering a second-to-none customer service experience to every customer we serve. To achieve our "Yes, we can do that!" attitude, we focus our employee training on active listening, critical thinking, and creative problem solving. You can expect to be greeted with a smile, genuinely thanked as you exit, and be sold the right products at the best possible price by an associate who truly cares.
Best Value
Our goal is to provide our customers the best possible products for the lowest possible prices and offer our trusted industry expertise on everything they buy.
Safety
In our stores, in our lumberyards, on the road, or on a job site delivery, we prioritize safety in everything that we do. From strict standards related to the transport and handling of building materials to proper ergonomics and hydration, each R.P. Lumber employee is periodically coached to the next level of performance in all safety-related endeavors.
Community
We believe in "earning our keep" in each community we serve. Although we are unfortunately not able to support every charitable endeavor that is presented to us, we always do what we can to support local law enforcement, youth sports, and religious organizations that share our commitment to the enrichment of each resident we consider a "neighbor."
Integrity
We take great pride in honesty and consistency. We keep our promises, following the rules, following the law, earning your trust, and remaining reliable. We take responsibility for our mistakes, and treating everyone in our orbit with the utmost respect, and doing the right thing - even if no one is watching - not because we have to, but because we want to.
Who We Serve
From the humble handyman to the CEO of a commercial construction company, we eagerly await our pro customers' requests for hardware, lumber, building materials, take-offs, and our professional advice.
Whether you do-it-yourself or hire a pro, we are committed to helping you conquer your home improvement projects on budget the first time.
Why R.P. Lumber?
From lumber and building materials to power tools and hardware, experience the R.P. Lumber "Best Service. Best Value." promise. Whether you DIY or hire a pro, R.P. Lumber has top-quality products and an unmatched commitment to service that will keep you coming back. Thanks to our partnerships with LBM Advantage, Orgill, and the dozens of independent suppliers we buy from, we achieve a level of buying power rivaled by few. These relationships help us keep our shelves stocked and prices competitive.
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