Mead Lumber & Log Homes

About Mead Lumber & Log Homes — Saw Mill in Queensbury

Mead Lumber & Log Homes operates as a full-service saw mill and lumber store in Queensbury, serving woodworkers, builders, farmers, and anyone needing custom-cut lumber from local timber. Their experienced millers can process your logs or provide premium lumber from their own timber inventory.

The mill specializes in custom-sawn lumber, massive beams and timbers for construction projects, stunning live-edge slabs for furniture makers, and various dimensional lumber cut to your specifications. They offer both green lumber for immediate use and kiln-dried options for projects requiring stable moisture content.

Unlike big box stores selling mass-produced lumber, Mead Lumber connects you directly with local timber resources and custom milling expertise. You can bring your own logs from land clearing or storm damage, ensuring your project uses truly local wood with known provenance and minimal environmental impact.

The Adirondack region’s abundant forests make Queensbury an ideal location for sawmill operations, with access to premium hardwoods like maple, oak, and cherry, plus softwoods including pine and hemlock. This geographic advantage allows Mead Lumber to source exceptional local timber while serving the area’s active construction and woodworking communities.

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What to Expect When You Visit

Visiting Mead Lumber & Log Homes means stepping into a working sawmill where you’ll hear the distinctive whine of bandsaws cutting through timber and smell the fresh scent of newly cut wood. The yard typically displays stacks of air-drying lumber, impressive beam stock, and eye-catching live-edge slabs that showcase the natural beauty of local trees.

The staff can walk you through their milling process, help you select the right species and grade for your project, and discuss whether you need green lumber for immediate construction use or kiln-dried material for furniture and finish work. If you’re bringing your own logs, they’ll assess the timber and recommend the best sawing approach to maximize yield and quality.

Products & Materials

Mead Lumber & Log Homes produces a comprehensive range of sawn products from regional timber species including eastern white pine, red oak, maple, cherry, ash, and hemlock. Their bandsaw mill can handle large diameter logs to produce wide boards, thick slabs, and heavy timbers that aren’t available through conventional lumber channels.

Custom services include dimensional lumber in any size, hand-hewn appearance beams, live-edge slabs up to 36 inches wide, and specialty cuts like curved braces or angled timbers for timber frame construction. They offer both air-dried and kiln-dried lumber, with moisture content appropriate for your specific application.

Beyond raw lumber, their general contracting services can help with complete log home construction, timber frame assembly, and custom millwork projects that require both sawmill capabilities and construction expertise.

Who Shops Here

Mead Lumber attracts serious woodworkers seeking premium local lumber, timber framers needing custom-cut beams and joinery lumber, furniture makers hunting for perfect live-edge slabs, homeowners with storm-damaged trees to mill, farmers requiring barn repair lumber, and contractors building custom homes who want locally-sourced materials with character and provenance.

Serving the Queensbury, New York Area

Queensbury’s location in the southern Adirondacks provides access to some of New York’s finest timber resources, supporting a thriving community of craftspeople, builders, and sawmills who appreciate working with local wood. The area’s mix of hardwood forests and white pine stands creates ideal conditions for sawmill operations, while the region’s cabin owners, timber framers, and furniture makers provide steady demand for custom lumber products.

Tips for First-Time Buyers

• Call ahead if bringing logs to ensure the mill can accommodate your timber size and species
• Ask about current inventory of air-dried lumber if you need material for immediate projects
• Bring measurements and sketches of your project so staff can recommend optimal lumber grades and cuts
• Visit the live-edge slab selection in person since each piece is unique and photos don’t capture the full character
• Discuss moisture content requirements upfront – green lumber works great for some projects but requires kiln-dried for others
• Consider seasonal timing for log delivery as spring and fall often provide better access to timber stands

Woodworking Clubs & Resources near Queensbury, New York

The Adirondack Woodturners Association, which serves the greater Capital Region including Queensbury, offers monthly meetings and demonstrations for turning enthusiasts. Hudson Valley Community College in nearby Troy provides woodworking courses through their continuing education program, making it accessible for Queensbury residents seeking formal instruction. The region also benefits from the Northeastern Woodworkers Association, one of the largest woodworking clubs in New York State, which hosts regular meetings, workshops, and an annual showcase that draws woodworkers from across the North Country.

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