Pittsford Lumber & Woodshop

Pittsford Lumber & Woodshop is an independent hardwood lumber and plywood supplier operating out of Northfield Common at Schoen Place in the Village of Pittsford, NY. A lumberyard has stood on this site since the 1800s, when it served as one of the earliest lumber suppliers in the southeast Rochester area. The current business has been in continuous operation for over 50 years, making it one of the oldest active businesses in the village. Until the early 1970s, the facility received lumber deliveries by rail behind the building.

Pittsford Lumber specializes in kiln dried hardwood lumber sold rough in random widths and lengths by the board foot, along with cabinet-grade hardwood veneer plywood and marine plywood. Their inventory supports a range of woodworking projects, from cabinetry and furniture building to boatbuilding. Key services include:

• Custom millwork to specification, handled on a daily basis
• Rough cuts to fit customer vehicles at the time of purchase (no charge)
• Plywood cutting and basic millwork as shop schedule permits
• Phone consultations for pricing, availability, and project estimates

The facility is climate-controlled to maintain consistent lumber dryness and quality. Staff members Sherm, Steve, and Valerie bring decades of combined experience in hardwood selection and milling.

Pittsford Lumber has built a long-standing reputation as a go-to resource for hobbyist woodworkers and tradespeople across the Rochester area. The shop focuses exclusively on hardwood lumber and specialty plywood rather than general building supplies, distinguishing it from big-box retailers. The business maintains a strict adults-only policy in the lumberyard — no one under 16 is permitted in the store, with a limited exception for older children accompanied by an adult mentor who checks in at the counter.

The shop is located at 50 State Street, Suite 21, inside Northfield Common — a cluster of rustic wooden buildings at the intersection of State Street and Schoen Place, directly along the historic Erie Canal. Northfield Common houses a mix of small shops and restaurants in the heart of the Village of Pittsford. The surrounding area along the canal towpath is popular with walkers and cyclists. Pittsford Lumber is open Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM and Saturday from 8 AM to 12 PM, with holiday hours varying. Customers are encouraged to call (585) 586-1877 ahead of a visit for pricing or availability questions.