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La Mesa Lumber & Hardware

Name: La Mesa Lumber & Hardware
Address: 8255 University Avenue, La Mesa, CA, 91942, US
Telephone: +16194660511

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La Mesa Lumber Co. is a family owned business with the third generation managing it. We believe customer service is most important. In 1906, Sherman C.

Grable had bought several hundred acres in the area of Date, Lemon and Acacia Avenues, and together with Charles C. Park divided the property into 1,000 lots. Supplied by La Mesa Lumber Co., the new homes were built with concrete block foundations, redwood framing, double-hung windows with thin glass, and attics with no insulation. The rapid increase in population caused by this development led to

incorporation of the city of La Mesa in 1912. In 1945, Fletcher M. Olson sold his lumber company in Minnesota and with his wife Mary moved to La Mesa in search of a milder climate and new opportunities in the lumber business. Olson formed a partnership with D. Frank Park and Robert Reid, bought the Park Lumber and Investments Co., and formed Park-Olson Lumber Co. In 1948 Park-Olson Lumber Co. purchased La Mesa Lumber and Mill Co., and the business carried on under the name of the La Mesa Lumber Co. Olson’s two sons, Don and Ray, joined him at La Mesa Lumber when they returned home from the service at the end of World War II. Don and Ray started as yardmen and lumber-handlers and eventually took over management of the company. is still owned and operated by the Olson family. The management team is formed by Don’s son, Mark Olson, and son-in-law, Kim Wood, and by Ray’s daughter, Carol Baxter, and son-in-law, Chris Gauger. We are now a full service lumber, hardware, and building materials dealer situated on four acres in downtown La Mesa. We are dedicated to carrying on the company’s traditions of honesty and integrity, excellent customer service, quality products, and commitment to the local community. Come in and find out why we are still here after more than 100 years.

08/18/2026

It’s our way of saying THANK YOU! 🛠️🎉

Join La Mesa Lumber & Hardware for our Customer Appreciation Event & Vendor Showcase on Friday, September 18th from 3–7 PM!

Enjoy an afternoon featuring:

🔥 BBQ from Del’s Hideout
🎶 Live music by Zeelund
🍦 Dilly’s Ice Cream
🎟️ Raffle prizes
🚗 Car cutting contest
🛠️ New tools, product demos & top vendors

We’re grateful for our valued customers and look forward to celebrating with you!

08/04/2026

We’re hiring! 🔨🪵

Join our team at La Mesa Lumber & Hardware - we have two Yard positions available.

If you enjoy working outdoors, staying active, and being part of a hardworking team, this could be the perfect fit. Responsibilities include:
• Handling and moving lumber and building materials
• Loading and unloading customer orders and delivery trucks
• Stocking inventory and keeping the yard organized
• And more!

Interested? Pick up an application at La Mesa Lumber & Hardware or download one from our website - https://www.lamesalumber.com/jobs (link in bio).

Come build your future with a local business that’s been serving our community for generations!

07/23/2026

Nothing brings the community together like great food, great people, and great products! 🌭🔥

A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by our BBQ & Vendor Showcase today. It was a fantastic afternoon connecting with contractors, DIYers, neighbors, and our amazing vendor partners while enjoying delicious BBQ, product demos, and plenty of conversation.

We appreciate all of our participating vendors, our hardworking team, and everyone who made the event such a success. We can’t wait to do it again⬇️

📅 Save the date! Join us for our Annual Customer Appreciation Event on Friday, September 18th! Stay tuned for more details!

📍 La Mesa Lumber & Hardware

07/20/2026

🔥Fire Up Your Lunch Plans this week!

Join us for the La Mesa Lumber BBQ & Product Showcase on Thursday, July 23rd, from 10AM–2PM!

Enjoy a complimentary BBQ featuring hot dogs and burgers while exploring the latest products, innovations, and live demonstrations from many of the industry’s leading manufacturers.

Meet representatives from top brands including:
Westcoat, Capital Lumber Co., Kelleher Woodgrain, ProWood®, Humboldt Humboldt Sawmill Company, Boise Cascade, Simpson Strong-Tie, Weyerhaeuser Company, Cascade, Doman Building Materials, Trex | Outdoor Living Products, T.M. Cobb Companies, Trusscore, TimberTech, Taiga, Emery-Jensen, Diablo Tools, Building Material Distributors, Fiberon Decking, CAMO Fasteners, and more.

Whether you’re a contractor, builder, or weekend DIYer, it’s a great opportunity to:
🔨 See new products in action
🤝 Connect with manufacturer representatives
💡 Learn about the latest building solutions
🌭 Enjoy a free BBQ lunch

We look forward to seeing you for a day of great food, great products, and great company!

07/13/2026

Rent the truck there & load it up at La Mesa Lumber. 😏🚚🪵

Whether you’re tackling a full-scale build or a home project, we’ve got the quality lumber, expert advice, and hometown service to help you get it done right.

📍 Stop by La Mesa Lumber & Hardware and see why builders, contractors, and DIYers have trusted us since 1907.

07/09/2026

Mark your calendar for Thursday, July 23rd from 10 AM–2 PM, and join us for our BBQ & Product Showcase!

Come enjoy:
🌭 FREE hot dogs, burgers & more
🛠️ Hands-on demonstrations of the latest tools and products
🤝 Meet with top manufacturers and industry representatives
💡 Discover new products, ask questions, and see what’s new for your next project.

Whether you’re a contractor, builder, or weekend DIYer, it’s a great opportunity to grab lunch, check out the latest innovations, and connect with the experts—all in one place.

📍 La Mesa Lumber & Hardware
🗓️ Thursday, July 23rd
⏰ 10 AM – 2 PM

We can’t wait to see you there!

07/03/2026

🇺🇸 Here’s to 250 years of American independence, hard work, and community! 🇺🇸

La Mesa Lumber & Hardware will be closed on Friday, July 3rd!

From our family to yours, we wish you a safe, fun, and memorable Independence Day weekend! ❤️🤍💙

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06/25/2026

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined us today for another fantastic La Mesa Lumber BBQ & Product Showcase! 🍔🌭🔨

We loved spending the day with our customers, vendors, contractors, and community—sharing great food, showcasing the latest products, and connecting with so many familiar faces.

A special thank you to all of our vendor partners for helping make today’s event such a success. Your support and expertise are what make these showcases so valuable for our customers.

Missed this one? Don’t worry! Mark your calendars for our next BBQ & Product Showcase on Thursday, July 23rd, from 10 AM–2 PM. We’ll have more great vendors, product demonstrations, free burgers, hot dogs, sides, refreshments, and another opportunity to connect with our incredible building community.

We can’t wait to see you there!

06/17/2026

🏡 Upgrade your outdoor living space and save!

For a limited time, TimberTech Prime Plus Collection Deck Boards are available for just $3.07 per linear foot at La Mesa Lumber.

Available colors:
• Sea Salt Gray
• Coconut Husk
• Dark Cocoa

Whether you're building a new deck or refreshing an existing one, now is the perfect time to stock up on premium composite decking at an incredible value.

⚠️ Available while supplies last
⚠️ In-stock items only
⚠️ No substitutions

Stop by La Mesa Lumber today and take advantage of this special offer before it's gone!

06/16/2026

🔥 Mark Your Calendars! 🔥

Join us at our upcoming La Mesa Lumber BBQ & Product Showcase on Thursday, June 25th from 10 AM – 2 PM!

🍔 FREE burgers, hot dogs, sides & refreshments
🤝 Connect with all your favorite vendors
🔨 Discover new products and industry innovations
🌟 Spend the day with the La Mesa Lumber community

Whether you’re a contractor, builder, DIYer, or industry professional, this is a great opportunity to network, learn about the latest products, and enjoy a complimentary lunch on us.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Address

8255 University Avenue
La Mesa, CA
91942

Opening Hours

Monday	7am - 4pm
Tuesday	7am - 4pm
Wednesday	7am - 4pm
Thursday	7am - 4pm
Friday	7am - 4pm

Telephone

+16194660511

Website

http://lamesalumber.com/

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