Cowls Building Supply

I love Cowls what else can I say, yeah yeah they have the best of everything yeah yeah their employees are super helpful I love it at Cowls because I always find precisely what I'm looking for

Although it is slightly more expensive than Home Depot, I am very happy with the quality of lumber/materials, assistance in the lumber yard, and in-store assistance. Since I am not a tradesman in any way it is a bit intimidating to take on home projects and I am happy with the assistance from the office staff on my last couple of visits. They were also very helpful over the phone in recommending potential contractors in the area for a house project. So far happy to support this local business.

I used to think that Cowls only carried wood. That was a long time ago. Now I know they carry more than most of the big chains around, and I know that by purchasing it from here that I'm doing a good thing for local business and that I'm keeping my money local, as opposed to some CEO in a faraway place. I can't tell you how many times I look for something either in home repair or new construction, and Cowls always has what I need!
With competitive pricing, and really awesome staff, Cowls should be your One stop shop for all materials for building and construction. A+++!!!

Best lumber yard I've ever dealt with, and I've dealt with quite a few. Yeah, they're nicer than most of the rest, but I've also bought lumber there that cost LESS than the big boxes or even online mill-direct places and was much higher quality. I don't how they do it, but they do. I wish they'd expand to both sides of the river!

We've gone to Cowls ever since we moved to Amherst in 1999. The quality of the products and the friendly knowledgeable service are unrivaled.

The prices at the big box stores are not better, and the value at Cowls vastly outstrips that of the big box stores.

We have purchased tools, lumber, and basic hardware, and also doors, windows, and our entire kitchen (cabinets, counters, island, etc). Cowls has my highest recommendation.

I've been going to Cowls since I was a little kid. My dad brought me there for their little wooden plane kits when he would pick up lumber for work. The guys that work there are salt of the earth amazing humans. They know how to satisfy your needs and actually care to do so. Local businesses are the best and Cowls blows the other hardware or lumber store national chains out of the water.

My husband and I recently went to Cowls to look at flooring. We were still undecided on what we wanted, and they took the time to help us make a wonderful choice. They know their products well, and made good recommendations without being pushy. We appreciated their friendliness, patience, and knowledge, as well as their reasonable prices too. We will definitely be going back for future projects!

I was having a hard time locating cedar planking for my deck, then came across Cowls. They had a good stock of exactly what I needed and the price was reasonable. From payment to pickup, I was put of there in 15 minutes.

In this age of bulk garbage big box stores, and online shopping where you're completely on your own, local, high quality, construction tool and materials businesses are few and golden. Cowls is one such survivor. I'm grateful they are! 👍

Real people who know the store and answer questions real. Described a need and what I believed was the solution was I informed (not talked down to) why it there was a better way and shown a less expensive solution. Which allowed me to afford a solution for the next issue on my list. 2 for 1!

The greatest lumberyard locally you can speak right to the owner of the paint apartment is wonderful the yard employees are excellent with assisting can ask for a better experience

Great lumber yard!! Employed by local contractor and its our preferred yard to purchase at..

Friendly service and good stock. Good location near U of Mass.

Best selection of hardwoods, everything organized, cutting crew was consummate!

High quality products, great prices, and amazing service!!!

Excellent selection and their service is outstanding!

Great service and selection

The best place for materials and building supplies

Very helpful and knowledgeable

Nice place to do business with