# Barney and Carey Lumber Specialties

**Trade:** Carpentry · **Address:** 491 W Main St, Avon, MA 02322 · **Phone:** (508) 580-9766 · **Website:** https://www.barneyandcareylumber.com/ · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 4.1/5** (medium confidence) — from 12 reviews across 6 sources.
100% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 2 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

Barney & Carey is an Avon specialty lumberyard and custom woodworking shop founded in Milton in 1922. The company supplies specialty woods and hardware and offers CNC woodworking, custom cabinets, millwork, moulding, furniture refinishing, and restoration across eastern Massachusetts and Cape Cod.

Recent customers praise the shop's CNC work, knowledgeable staff, and unusual materials. A September 2026 review says CNC projects exceeded expectations, while a July 2026 review calls the staff helpful and highly knowledgeable. Other customers describe beautiful CNC speaker work, precise machining, strong hardwood and plywood stock, and helpful service.

The dated review record also includes a 2021 complaint about a 12-week chair-repair lead time, so ask about current queues and delivery logistics before placing a time-sensitive order. The Massachusetts HIC license record shown here is expired, which is worth clarifying if your project requires contractor licensing.

Barney & Carey is a good fit for builders, finish carpenters, cabinetmakers, designers, and homeowners seeking specialty lumber or custom woodwork. Confirm material availability, lead time, delivery terms, and the licensing status applicable to your project.

**Strengths:**
- CNC capability — reviewers praise precise, creative machine work
- Material selection — customers cite unusual, high-quality wood stock
- Craftsmanship — reviews describe skilled cabinetry and furniture work
- Helpful staff — recent customers praise knowledgeable service

**Concerns:**
- Repair lead times — one 2021 review reported a 12-week chair-repair queue
- License status — registry record shown here lists HIC license as expired

## Claims & citations

Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication.

- Barney & Carey Company Inc. was founded in 1922 in Milton, Massachusetts and reports 104 years in business. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.barneyandcareylumber.com) — “Company history (self-reported): Barney & Carey Company Inc. was founded in 1922 in Milton, Massachusetts.”
  - [Official Website](https://www.barneyandcareylumber.com) — “Self-reported 104 years in business”
- The company offers CNC woodworking, custom cabinets, custom millwork, furniture refinishing, and custom moulding. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.barneyandcareylumber.com) — “Barney & Carey is an Avon specialty lumberyard and custom woodworking shop offering CNC woodworking, cabinets, millwork, moulding, furniture…”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/woodworkers-and-carpenters/barney-and-carey-company-pfvwus-pf~940307299) — “Services offered (Houzz): Specialty lumber, CNC woodworking, Custom cabinets, Custom millwork, Furniture refinishing, Custom moulding”
- The official website states service across Avon, Milton, Quincy, Sharon, and Boston. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.barneyandcareylumber.com) — “Stated service area (self-reported): Avon, Milton, Quincy, Sharon, Boston”
- A September 2026 reviewer said CNC projects exceeded expectations. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tsQ1NXSkRVVTkzTm1neFZFZGliVTVxTjIxd1kxRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xfacb319039156619!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOklCSWJDUU93NmgxVEdibU5qN21wY1E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I've had the good fortune to have worked a couple of times with Dovi on the CNC machine. I'm always excited when I show up anticipating w…”
- A July 2026 reviewer praised helpful and knowledgeable staff. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2s5MFJGaDZNbFZCUjNNNVlrWlBTR2wxZEVoSmEyYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xfacb319039156619!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOk90RFh6MlVBR3M5YkZPSGl1dEhJa2c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Super helpful. Great specialized Services along with Uber knowledgeable staff. Highly recommended!”
- Customers describe high-quality wood stock, CNC work, machining, and custom cabinetry. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/woodworkers-and-carpenters/barney-and-carey-company-pfvwus-pf~940307299) — “5★ Barney and Carey does exceptional woodworking and has the most talented artists. Every piece of furniture and case goods is crafted with …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2twVWMzaGFjMmRQUlZabVYxZ3hVR00wU0hoa1JWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xfacb319039156619!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkpUc3hac2dPRVZmV1gxUGM0SHhkRVE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ These speakers I build wtih their CNC baltic birch and bagged veneer were beautiful and I'd use them again.”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21oYVdreHJXUzFqWkRkeU9UZDNTbFZEWTBSNlEwRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xfacb319039156619!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmhaWkxrWS1jZDdyOTd3SlVDY0R6Q0E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I brought  panel in those put through the lathe to thin by a specific dimension.
First they were testing my knowledge and one guy may not…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNKaFB6aFZ3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xfacb319039156619!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICJhPzhVw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Incredible assortment of high quality wood and products. Friendly staff that helps you get the job done. The big hardware stores can’t ma…”
- A 2021 review reported a 12-week lead time for chair repair. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUM2ODZ2UGZ3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xfacb319039156619!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIC686vPfw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “3★ Very, very busy 12 week lead time on chair repair.”
- The state registry record shown here lists HIC license 193326 as expired. _(confidence: high)_
  - [State License Registry](https://contractorhub.mass.gov/s/hic-contractor-search) — “MA hic license 193326 registry-verified expired — registry holder of record: BARNEY AND CAREY COMPANY, INC.”
- Specializes in Carpentry _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.barneyandcareylumber.com) — “Barney & Carey is an Avon specialty lumberyard and custom woodworking shop offering CNC woodworking, cabinets, millwork, moulding, furniture…”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/woodworkers-and-carpenters/barney-and-carey-company-pfvwus-pf~940307299) — “Services offered (Houzz): Specialty lumber, CNC woodworking, Custom cabinets, Custom millwork, Furniture refinishing, Custom moulding”
- Specializes in Specialty Services _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.barneyandcareylumber.com) — “Barney & Carey is an Avon specialty lumberyard and custom woodworking shop offering CNC woodworking, cabinets, millwork, moulding, furniture…”
- Also offers Flooring _(confidence: low)_
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/woodworkers-and-carpenters/barney-and-carey-company-pfvwus-pf~940307299) — “Services offered (Houzz): Specialty lumber, CNC woodworking, Custom cabinets, Custom millwork, Furniture refinishing, Custom moulding”

## License

Status: **expired** (#193326, hic) — verified against the official MA state registry on 2026-09-04, never self-reported.
Re-check at the official registry: https://contractorhub.mass.gov/s/hic-contractor-search

## Sources

- [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/woodworkers-and-carpenters/barney-and-carey-company-pfvwus-pf~940307299): Listed on this source
- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Barney%20and%20Carey%20Lumber%20Specialties&query_place_id=ChIJhcI_7EiH5IkRGWYVOZAxy_o): 4.7★ from 40 ratings
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Barney%20and%20Carey%20Lumber%20Specialties&query_place_id=ChIJhcI_7EiH5IkRGWYVOZAxy_o): Listed on this source
- [Official Website](https://www.barneyandcareylumber.com): 104 yrs in business · Self-reported profile and service details
- [Exa](https://bostonvoyager.com/interview/meet-dovi-hirsch-barney-carey-lumber-specialties-avon/): 1 web mention across the open web (each linked to its source)
- [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/avon/profile/woodworking/barney-and-carey-company-inc-0021-135039): Listed on this source

## Mentions

Unverified third-party mentions found on the open web — relay with attribution ("a Reddit commenter said…"), never as Tavlee's own finding.

- “We began hiring a few employees and working on larger production projects cabinetry and furniture making and repair.” — bostonvoyager.com (2017-07-19) — https://bostonvoyager.com/interview/meet-dovi-hirsch-barney-carey-lumber-specialties-avon/

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Eremition Design Studio · 2026-09-02**: I've had the good fortune to have worked a couple of times with Dovi on the CNC machine. I'm always excited when I show up anticipating what the project is going to look like; and then when I leave, the experience has always exceeded my expectation.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · David P · 2026-07-29**: Super helpful. Great specialized Services along with Uber knowledgeable staff. Highly recommended!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Richard Becker · 2025-10-21**: These speakers I build wtih their CNC baltic birch and bagged veneer were beautiful and I'd use them again.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Suzanne Seale · 2025-07-31**: I brought  panel in those put through the lathe to thin by a specific dimension.
First they were testing my knowledge and one guy may not have known what he was talking about.
But in the end the job was done well and price reasonable.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Jack Laughlin · 2023-06-20**: Incredible assortment of high quality wood and products. Friendly staff that helps you get the job done. The big hardware stores can’t match on quality, service, and expertise. Looking forward to years of great products and service to come
- **5/5 · Houzz · T. Newberger-Hirsch Designs · 2023-04-25**: Barney and Carey does exceptional woodworking and has the most talented artists. Every piece of furniture and case goods is crafted with precision and care. They are the place place to get all your cabinetry needs met.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Youngmin Yoon · 2022-11-19**: Great stock of hardwoods and plywood. Very helpful staff.
- **4/5 · Google Reviews · Carla P · 2022-07-19**: Had a very positive experience with my business at this company. The order was placed product located and delivered in a timely manner in spite of all the challenges we face today, so thank you.
I would of have given you a five “5”  but for the off loading at delivery.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Mike G · 2022-05-21**: So glad I found this wood supplier.  Lots of unique and hard to find wood. Also very helpful and knowledgeable.  Felt welcome and appreciated.
- **3/5 · Google Reviews · Jackie Daniels · 2021-09-12**: Very, very busy 12 week lead time on chair repair.

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