50+

Years established

8m+

Board feet annually

50+

Skilled Craftsmen

1300+

Happy Customers

What we do

Root River Hardwoods is a sawmill and wood products manufacturer with over 50 years of expertise serving Minnesota and surrounding states. From forestry and logging to kiln-dried and green lumber, we control every step to ensure quality, consistency, and sustainability. We also specialize in custom millworks, crafting precision moldings, doors, and architectural woodwork for high-end projects.

From forest to finish, we deliver.

Forestry

Maximizing value for landowners and loggers while protecting the land for future generations. With decades of expertise, we ensure every tree is harvested responsibly and put to its best use—balancing profitability with sustainability.
Forestry Services

Sawmill

Precision-cut lumber, built to spec. Whether you need custom dimensions, durable construction lumber, or industrial wood products, our sawmill delivers high-quality, consistent, and waste-free materials for every industry.
Sawmill Services

Lumber

Green and kiln-dried hardwoods, responsibly sourced and expertly milled. We offer a wide range of species, cuts, and grades, providing builders, craftsmen, and manufacturers with the highest-quality materials for any project.
Lumber Services

Custom Millwork

Luxury millwork, crafted to perfection. We partner with elite home builders, architects, and designers to create bespoke mouldings, doors, and architectural woodwork that meet the highest standards of craftsmanship and design.
Millwork Services

Why Choose Us

When you work with Root River Hardwoods, you’re not just buying wood—you’re partnering with a company built on trust, expertise, and craftsmanship. Here’s what sets us apart:

A Legacy of Craftsmanship & Integrity

With over 47 years in business, Root River Hardwoods has grown from a small sawmill in Preston, MN, to a full-scale forestry, sawmill, and millwork operation. We’ve built our reputation on hard work, honesty, and a relentless commitment to quality—values that still drive us today.

From Forest to Finish, We Control Quality

Unlike many suppliers, we oversee every step—from responsible harvesting to precision milling—ensuring consistency, sustainability, and superior craftsmanship in every product. With our No Throwaway Guarantee, every board we produce is usable, so our customers get the value they expect.

A Team with Unmatched Expertise

Our leadership team brings over 500 years of combined experience in forestry, sawmilling, and custom millwork. Whether it’s grading hardwood, designing intricate mouldings, or cutting dimensional lumber to spec, we know wood inside and out.

Built on Family Values, Focused on the Future

Still family-led after nearly five decades, we take pride in the relationships we’ve built with customers across industries. As we continue to grow, we remain committed to the same craftsmanship, service, and integrity that have defined us from the start. Root River Hardwoods isn’t just a name—it’s a standard of quality, reliability, and craftsmanship that stands the test of time.

Let’s talk wood

Whether you need precision-cut lumber, custom millwork, or expert forestry services, Root River Hardwoods is ready to deliver. Let’s discuss your project and find the right solution—built to spec, on time, and with unmatched quality.

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Call us: 507-765-2284

“Root River Hardwoods delivers the kind of quality you can count on. Every board is exactly as promised, the craftsmanship is unmatched, and their team is knowledgeable and easy to work with. Whether it’s custom millwork or lumber supply, they always get it right.”

Billy Bob - Hardwoods Company

Where we work

Root River Hardwoods. proudly serves Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, South Dakota, and North Dakota, providing forestry services, sawmill products, kiln-dried and green lumber, and custom millwork to businesses and landowners across the region.

For large-scale or specialty orders, we deliver nationwide—sometimes as far as California—ensuring that high-quality materials reach customers wherever they’re needed.

Need your order sooner? Pick up is available at our facilities in Albert Lea or Preston, MN. Wherever your project takes you, we’ll get the job done—on time and hassle-free.

Got questions?

Contact our Experienced Team

Whether you need custom millwork, premium lumber, sawmill services, or expert forestry solutions, Root River Hardwoods is here to help. Get in touch today and let’s find the right solution for your project.

Expert Guidance
Over 47 years of experience in forestry, milling, and craftsmanship.

High-Quality Products
Precision-cut lumber, kiln-dried hardwoods, and custom millwork built to last.

Reliable & Honest Service
Straightforward communication and a commitment to getting it right.

Sustainably Sourced
Responsibly harvested materials from our own forests.

Custom Solutions
Whether standard or one-of-a-kind, we’ll tailor it to your needs.

Let's Talk. Contact us today.

507-765-2284

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