Weather-resistive barriers (WRB) are the anchors of weatherization systems. Also known as a water-resistant barrier, it protects the walls of a structure from water that penetrates the cladding. Exterior cladding (siding, stucco, etc.) will never be 100% impermeable, so the role of the WRB is to provide a second layer of protection that keeps the wall […]
News + Events
Joe Falconieri High Five!
High Five Award in Recognition of: Joe Falconieri Presented By: A Thankful Mom Hancock Location: Windham I was on a busy street in Portland with cars whizzing by the passenger side of my car. I was trying to help my girls open the car doors to get in and cars were flying by. A van […]
Water Management and Window + Door Installation
When it comes to water management and window + door installation, install issues are the leading cause of callbacks, leaks + water damage. Below, TLS Laboratories president, Gene Summy, talks about finding the sources of water intrusion. Learn more by watching the video. When contractors field call backs due to water management issues, most worry […]
Giving Back to Our Communities
Giving back to our communities is an important part of Hancock Lumber’s culture. Take a look at some of our recent donations – both near and far – to see ways we’re helping our communities. Partnership with Children’s Museum + Theater of Maine Continues For over a decade, we have been a proud sponsor of […]
Joint Executive Leadership Program Launching
Our team has some exciting news to share coming out of CEO Kevin Hancock‘s office. After months of planning and collaboration, we are honored to announce Kevin has partnered with SSCA Consulting and is launching a joint executive leadership program. Kevin’s personal growth and leadership evolution led him to create a vision for his family […]
Upcoming Capital Reinvestment Projects
Big things are happening at Hancock Lumber this year! Take a look below at some of our capital reinvestment projects. Out with the Old, In with the New…Casco Sawmill Office Exciting updates are underway at the Casco mill, including major progress with the construction of our new office building. Main Eco Homes has completed the […]
Three Decades in Pittsfield—Lenny Martin!
Following three decades of service on Team Hancock, Lenny Martin retired at the end of 2021. Lenny meant a lot to Hancock Lumber’s Pittsfield mill team. He had so many great relationships with so many people here over his 30-year career. He was the kind of person that steps in and helps, volunteers, and shares […]
Kevin Hancock’s Business of Shared Leadership
Kevin Hancock is the CEO of our family business as well as an award-winning author and nationally recognized public speaker. For the last decade, Kevin’s written books, spoken nationally, and created content that fuels his website, The Business of Shared Leadership, where he invites any visitor to follow his blog for leadership inspiration. The mission of his personal […]
Logging + Landowner Resources
Certified Master Loggers Certified Master Loggers are held to exemplary standards of responsible timber harvesting. Click the link below to view the most up to date Certified Master loggers list and map. State Specific Resources MAINE INFO CONTRACTORS/SUPPLIERS Maine Best Management Practices Manual LANDOWNERS/FORESTERS Maine Best Management Practices Manual Find a Logger in Maine Maine Natural […]
Kitchen Renovation 101: Words of Advice from Team Hancock
Looking to renovate your kitchen but don’t know where to start? Take a deep breath and let Hancock Lumber’s team of experts help you navigate this complex process. With Hancock Lumber’s Kitchen Design Showroom teams, you can choose to collaborate with one of our 18 designers across our 8 state-of-the-art showrooms. Follow our ‘getting started’ […]