Testimonials

Building Together for Decades

For some of our customers, the relationship goes back generations.

Turnkey Builders has been a longtime Rice Lumber customer, dating back to the 1970s when Eric first started working with our team. Today, his son continues the family business and still chooses Rice Lumber for the same reason his father did, the people.

While products and services matter, it's the personal relationships, familiar faces, and family atmosphere that keep contractors coming back year after year.

30 Years of Partnership

With 30 years of experience in the building industry, Jason Mabb has trusted Rice Lumber as a partner throughout his career. In this testimonial, Jason shares why he continues to choose Rice Lumber for his projects, highlighting the quality of our lumber, the strength of our inventory, and the dependable service our team provides.

"Been a builder for 30 years. I've been dealing with Rice Lumber for about 30 years and they've got the best lumber and the best yard in the state of Vermont. Can't go wrong."

The Local Lumberyard Difference

For Manny Hutter of Herculean Woodworks, Rice Lumber is more than just a place to purchase materials—it's a trusted local partner. As a professional woodworker and instructor, Manny relies on Rice Lumber for the materials he uses in both his custom woodworking projects and the classes he teaches.

In this testimonial, Manny shares what keeps him coming back: quality products, dependable service, and the familiar faces that make every visit feel welcome.

Their new store is hands down the best indoor lumber yard in the area. They always have stock, their yard workers are always easily accessible and willing to help, their gate staff works efficiently and with a smile. As a professional carpenter, I'm quite the regular to the local yards! Rice stands out in every way. I just learned today that they have a kitchen design center in the back! Don't miss them if you're in the market!

Kacy C.

Drive-thru lumber yard. Enormous and friendly service.

Steve D.

I will be going there a lot more often. Very friendly help. I don't know why when you go to Lowe's and Home Depot it's hard to get help and then when you get helps most of the time it feels like they don't want to be the. And I do understand life is hard but going to Rice Lumber I mean it was a pleasant experience.

Mike S.

This is the absolute best lumber yard I have ever done business with. The selection of building materials is extensive and almost of it is inside warehouse buildings. The main building with tools, supplies, etc. is the best in the Burlington area. The knowledgeable, friendly staff makes it my go-to lumber yard.

Thomas O.

The new Rice Lumber location is fantastic and has not only an incredible selection of lumber, but the in store space has way more variety of tools, and supplies than I expected. It is functionally a high quality hardware store for construction projects, not just a lumber yard and their service and assistance has been excellent for all my diy projects and materials needs.

Russell W.

Every time I go in there is an older gentleman working behind the counter and he knows I'm there for discounts lol and he is always helping me get the best deals possible. Great place to shop. Stock up on the DeWalt shocks and hat hit. 3 pairs of DeWalt socks with a warm winter DeWalt hat. He's convinced me into buying 6 sets so far lol. He sees me coming 5 miles away lol. Cannot complain a bit. Great job Guys.

Bill

They are always helpful. Knowledgeable and have just what I need every time. I recommend rice to everybody. Prices are right, quality is good. Service is excellent.

Dale L.

Excellent service and great wood products all around I give them a 5 star

Bob M.

I appreciate that I didn't need to be a builder or tradesman to be treated with casually positive customer service.

Michael T.

I always get great help loading up my truck.

Nate S.

Top of the line lumberyard with excellent tool selection.

Donald Savage Builders

Why Customers Choose Rice

Whether you’re a contractor managing multiple job sites or a homeowner tackling a renovation, our team is here to make your job easier.

Reliable, on-time service you can count on
Knowledgeable staff with real industry experience
Extensive inventory of lumber, building materials, hardware, paint, flooring, and more
Special ordering available for hard-to-find products
Delivery options to keep your project moving

More Than a Supplier. A Partner in Your Project.

We don’t just sell materials, we help build projects. Our team works closely with customers to ensure they get the right products, at the right time, with the right support. That’s why so much of our business comes from repeat customers and referrals.